Sermons about Running On Empty

Christ Is Risen!

Contributed by Hans Krause on Oct 19, 2018

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The Easter story calls us to follow in the footsteps of the women who were the first to encounter the risen Jesus: in seeking his presence day by day, in worshiping him as our Lord and Savior, and in going out to call people in.

[Sermon preached on 1 April 2018, Easter Sunday / 3rd year, ELCF Lectionary] “Were you there when they crucified our Lord?” It is a rhetorical question. Of course, we were not there when they crucified our Lord. The drama that we watched at the beginning of the service gives us some idea of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Lutheran

“jesus Arose From The Dead” Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Aug 7, 2016

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John gives clear evidence and witness that Jesus arose from the dead.

7 24 2016 “Jesus Arose from the Dead” John 20:1-18 Today we begin to examine John’s account of Jesus’ Resurrection and His interaction with the disciples after He arose from the dead. Collectively, the four gospels share accounts of several resurrection appearances; along ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

They Came

Contributed by Bramwell Hayes on Mar 27, 2005

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An exploration of the thoughts and emotions of the women as they visited the empty tomb and their relevance for us

They came because somebody had to. They came because it was expected. They came because the men were too scared to come out of hiding. They came because it was the women’s job anyway. They came because it was only right and proper. They came because they were in mourning. They came because all that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Proof Of Easter

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Mar 30, 2015

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In a time when many deny the existence of Jesus and the fact He arose, we offer the biblical story and compare it to some of the worldly explanations about Jesus and the tomb, using the truth found in facts.

There are many thoughts as to what actually happened on that first Easter so many years ago, or what it actually means to us today. That is what we will address today. So, if you would, please open your Bibles to LUKE 24. We will begin there, but first . . . What do you think a good sermon ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-8

Denomination: *other

The Race Set Before Us

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jun 16, 2021

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The fact that we are alive testifies that we have a race to run, and that it requires endurance. Such races often stem from extreme misfortune. Some suffer from health conditions, or conditions of their own making. In any case, everyone has a race set before them.

Note: I developed a simple set of homemade PowerPoint slides that I used in presenting this sermon. They're not fancy or professional quality, but if you're interested in having the PowerPoint file I will send it by Email. Just send an Email message to me at sam@srmccormick.net with the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2, Hebrews 11:35-40, Acts 9:15-16, 2 Corinthians 12:1-10, Romans 7:7-25 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do Not Trade Your Blessing. Genesis 25:19-34 Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Apr 17, 2017

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A sermon on the birth of Jacob and his childhood. This sermon primarily covers the foolishness of Easu as to how he gave up his birthright and the blessings foolishly and how we God’s children lose our blessings.

Follow us on: Website: https://cityharvestag.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityHarvestA... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityharvestag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityHarvestAGChurch/featured Introduction: Today I want to speak on Jacob. As we trace his life, we will ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:19-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Race To The Easter Tomb!

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 22, 2004

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EASTER (A) - Race to the Easter tomb and discover the tomb is empty and Scripture is fulfilled.

RACE TO THE EASTER TOMB! John 20:1-9 - April 11, 2004 JOHN 20:1-9 1Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and saw that the stone had been removed from the entrance. 2So she came running to Simon Peter and the other disciple, the one ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

They Sent Me Here To Finish Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 5, 2011

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A sermon on Hebrews 12:1-3 on running the Christian race

Introduction: Dr. Johnny Pressley is coming on October 23- 26. He loves to run. He runs every day. He will run a marathon on the weekend if he has a light week after it. Runs several marathons a year. Since many of us have the day off tomorrow let’s run. There’s a race at the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I'm Doing The Right Things, So Why Do I Feel Empty ?

Contributed by Mike Turner on Feb 2, 2004

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A message that deals with the emptiness which is experienced when we are trying to do what is right !

I’m Doing The Right Things, So Why Do I Feel Empty ? 1 Corinthians 13:1-3 ILL. Have you heard the story about the actor who was playing the part of Christ in the Passion Play in the Ozarks? As he carried the cross up the hill a tourist began heckling, making fun of him, & shouting ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Escaping The Cross

Contributed by John Vella on Jan 31, 2007

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Running away from the cross gets us nowhere -- literally!

Third Sunday of Lent (B) March 19, 2006 Readings: ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-25

Denomination: Catholic

A Life Changing Discovery Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 16, 2011

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The women discovered an empty tomb. The implications of their discovery changed their lives and ours forever.

Mathew 28: 1-10 “A Life Changing Discovery” INTRODUCTION What would your list consist of if I were to ask you to name some of the greatest discoveries of history? This would be a list of discoveries that changed our lives. My list would include: A sun centered solar ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

The Ultimate Easter Egg

Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 20, 2002

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The empty tomb of Jesus is God’s ultimate Easter egg!

The Ultimate Easter Egg Luke 24:1-12 March 31, 2002: Easter morning Introduction Recently, an article was published that revealed the secrets of hidden “surprises” in computer software and video games. Programmers add these surprises to give the programs an added appeal. Some of the examples were ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Church Of God

"From Chaos To Redemption"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 11, 2003

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The God of Creation takes empty lives and gives them purpose.

Genesis 1:1-5 “From Chaos To Redemption” By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA The first 5 verses of the Bible inform us that God brought Creation out of chaos. And chaos is a word that we--as Americans--understand in a way that we never have ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5

Denomination: United Methodist

Rescurrection From The Dead

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Mar 19, 2007

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An Easter Sermon about no need for a gravestone because the "tomb is empty"!

I. Used Tombstone...Real Bargain (1) Dr. Paul Stuckey is pastor at Grace United Methodist Church in Dayton, Ohio. He tells the story of an eye-catching ad in a Milwaukee, Wisconsin, newspaper’s classified section. Big, bold letters advertised "Used Tombstone. " The ad’s text read as follows: ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Beyond The Passion

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 12, 2004

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Beyond the Passion there is an empty tomb but what does that mean to us?

Luke 24:1-12 Beyond the Passion He was dead, and with him died all of their dreams, all of their hopes everything they believed in. They had given everything to him, their past, their present even their future and up until three days ago it seemed like a pretty good bargain. All he had wanted ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

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