Sermons on San Juan 11:38:

Raising Lazarus From The Dead Lesson 8 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 4, 2025

What is Jesus’ attitude towards death?

1. When did this miracle occur? Winter after Purim, December (John 10:22) and before Passover (John 11:55). 2. Where did the miracle occur? Bethany, east of Jerusalem (11:1). 3. Why does Jesus wait? “When He (Jesus) had heard . . . He abode two days in the same place” (11:6). • Our agendas are ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

I Was Dead But Now I'm Alive Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jul 16, 2025

Can you imagine Mary and Martha pacing the floor, waiting for Jesus? They were at the deathbed of their beloved brother. Can’t you see Lazarus struggling to breathe? The whole time, they’re looking out the window expecting to see Jesus arrive.

What if I told you that surveys suggest that nearly three-quarters of doctors in the United States believe in miracles? And what if I told you that over half of the physicians surveyed noted that they had witnessed what they considered to be miracles?1 Find John 11 with me, if you will. Ed ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

A Tale From The Crypt Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jul 19, 2025

When Jesus called Lazarus from the tomb, he wasn't just offering him life, he was giving him freedom.

It was so dark, and so cold. He had no idea where he was, how long he had been there or what he was supposed to be doing. The last thing he remembered was being at home in bed. He had been sick; nobody knew what to do or even what was wrong. The doctors had come and gone leaving behind potions and ...read more

Scripture: John 11:35-44

Denomination: Wesleyan

The God Of The Eleventh Hour Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 18, 2025

The God of the eleventh hour demonstrates His sovereignty by stepping into situations that seem hopeless or too late by human standards. His timing showcases His power to reverse delays, bring restoration, and fulfil His promises.

Title: THE GOD OF THE ELEVENTH HOUR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 20:6-7 “And about the eleventh hour he went out and found others standing idle, and said to them, ‘Why have you been standing here idle all day?’ They said to him, ‘Because no one hired us.’ He said to them, ‘You also ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:6-7, Genesis 21:1-7, John 11:38-44, Acts 16:25-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Power Over Death Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Feb 6, 2024

In confronting and conquering the tomb of Lazarus, Jesus demonstrated that our hope is not in vain.

Jesus gave us hope when He conquered death. In confronting and conquering the tomb of Lazarus, He demonstrated that our hope is not in vain. The believer will be raised from the dead, resurrected by the great shout of the Lord’s power. Tonight, we are going to see Jesus confront death and we ...read more

Scripture: John 11:38-46

Denomination: Baptist

It’s Not Over PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

Highlight the hope, restoration, and power that comes from faith in Jesus, as demonstrated in the story of Lazarus' resurrection in the Gospel of John.

Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. The beauty of the Gospel is that it brings hope, restoration, and power in the midst of despair. We are not abandoned to our circumstances, but rather, we have a Savior who comes into our darkest hours with light and life. As Philip Yancey once said, ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Topics: Restoration, Jesus

Respond To The Call PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

To explores the divine authority of Jesus, His power to overcome death and darkness, and our hope of resurrection in Him, urging us to respond to His call in our lives.

Good morning, family. We're going to dive deep into the heart of John 11:38-44 today, talking about "Responding to the Call of Jesus," "The Power of Jesus to Overcome Darkness" and "The Hope of Resurrection in Jesus." It's a powerful section of Scripture that beautifully highlights Jesus' divine ...read more

Scripture: John 11:38-44

Topics: Get Up, Live

The Evolution Of Faith SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

This sermon explores the three different stages of faith, demonstrating its growth and evolution.

Today, we will explore the three distinct phases of faith that are evident in the story of Lazarus' death. These phases can be described as struggling faith, clinging faith, and resting faith. Let us delve into each phase and understand their significance. In this phase, Martha finds herself in ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-46

Topics: Faith, Spiritual Growth

Life Lessons From Lazarus' Miracle SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

There are valuable life lessons we can extract from the story of Lazarus' resurrection that may not have been apparent before.

During the Sundays in Lent, we have explored various memorable events and characters from the Bible. Today, we delve into one of the most well-known stories in the Bible: the raising of Lazarus. This story holds valuable lessons that can benefit us all, regardless of our circumstances. Let us ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Topics: Miracles Of Jesus, Life Lessons

Our Greatest Hope Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the story of Lazarus, emphasizing that God's timing and ways may not align with our expectations, but He always fulfills our greatest hopes, urging us to trust and love as Jesus did.

The story of Lazarus is filled with emotions on the extremes: from extreme despair and sadness because of the death of a loved one, to extreme joy and wonder following a miracle which brought him back to life. It’s widely considered one of, if not the greatest miracle of all those that Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Topics: Resurrection, Divine Timing, Hope In God

If You Would Have Been Here… Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the story of Lazarus' death and resurrection, highlighting Jesus' compassion and foreshadowing the hope of resurrection for all who believe in Him.

Good morning, Church! We are so honored to have you in worship with us today. Whether you are a regular attender here or a guest with us this morning, I pray that God moves in your hearts in a powerful way. We are continuing in our current sermon series called Resurrecting Hope. Life’s greatest ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Topics: Resurrection, Divine Timing, Hope In Loss

Sermon Series: Resurrecting Hope

Raising Dead Dreams

Contributed by Joe Jones on Feb 19, 2001

God has a way of taking things in our life that have been dormant and bringing them back to life.

Raising Dead Dreams John 11 11:4 ‘this sickness is not fatal…God will be glorified in this.” Sickness= set-back, obstacle Our set-backs can become our come-backs -this was the response of JC when he heard that Lazarus was in ICU! 11:6-says he stayed there 2 more days! #1 Don’t run off ...read more

Scripture: John 11:4-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is Your Stone?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 22, 2001

How to apply the raising of Lazarus.

What Is Your Stone? John 11:38-44 38 Jesus therefore again groaning in himself cometh to the grave. It was a cave, and a stone lay upon it. 39 Jesus said, Take ye away the stone. Martha, the sister of him that was dead, saith unto him, Lord, by this time he stinketh: for he hath ...read more

Scripture: John 11:38-44

Denomination: Baptist

The God Of The Second Touch!

Contributed by Leslie Ferguson, Jr. on Apr 10, 2001

Like the blind man of Bethsaida, the resurrection of Jesus brings us the power of the Second touch of God!

The God of the Second Touch! A. Good Morning! I am reading from Mark 8:22-26… Of all the stories of Jesus we might read and study, from the perspective of a believer, this story might just be the strangest of all. 1. Just a simple unadorned look at the facts raises some disturbing questions. 2. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:22-26, John 11:38-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Take Off The Grave Clothes And Let Him Go Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Jan 2, 2004

We ned to ’roll away the stone’ so Seekers can ’hear’ Jesus and respond. Then we need to ’unwrap them and let them go free’.

“Take off the grave clothes and let him go!” Jn 11:38-44 WBC 4/1/4 Stunning passage. Stunning words: “Lazarus! Come forth!” Can remember reading it as a new Christian - 22 years on I’m still certain this happened, as written o even more so since my trip to Lagos - it’s gripping and tragic. ...read more

Scripture: John 11:38-44

Denomination: Baptist