Sermons on San Juan 11:9:

Unbelieving Believers

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 1, 2024

This is message is about how we believe God for one thing and then be unbelieving in Him for something else. We must ask ourselves do we believe God for all things, most things or some things. Our goal should be all things.

Unbelieving Believers Scripture: John 20:24-27; Luke 10:38-42; John 11:1-40 Good morning Strangers Rest. I want to open this message with a familiar story recorded in John 20:24-27. It is the story of Thomas doubting Jesus’ resurrection and it says, “(24) Now Thomas, called the Twin, one of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42, John 11:1-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thomas: A Disciple Under Pressure Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on May 21, 2025

The overall word that described what Thomas was dealing with was: pressure.

THOMAS: A DISCIPLE UNDER PRESSURE JOHN 11:1-16 #ApostleThomas INTRODUCTION… Known for one thing Some people are known for one thing. We sometimes call that “a one shot wonder” or a signature or a trademark. We can also use the phrase “one trick pony” or notorious. Some people are known for one ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Miracles Of Jesus (Pt 8) Series

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Dec 15, 2025

We are continuing our series on the Miracles of Jesus

John chapter 11:1 Jesus gets word of Lazarus’s illness and after a couple of days pass by, Jesus tells the disciples, “lets go to Judea again. v.8: The disciples ask Jesus “are you sure you want to do that? After all, it wasn’t very long ago, they tried to stone you.” I can’t help but wonder if ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Lazarus, Come Forth Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 12, 2026

This message reveals the resurrection power of Jesus Christ, who calls the dead back to life and brings hope where there seems to be no possibility of restoration.

LAZARUS, COME FORTH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 11:1-44 Key Verse: “And when he thus had spoken, he cried with a loud voice, Lazarus, come forth.” (John 11:43) Supporting Texts: John 11:25-26; Ezekiel 37:12-13; Romans 4:17; Revelation 1:18 INTRODUCTION The story of Lazarus in John ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Does It Mean To Be Alive?

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 17, 2026

A sermon about being a church that helps unbind one another.

John 11:1-7, 17-27, 32-45 What Does it Mean to Be Alive? When we step into John 11, we step into one of the most emotional and hope filled stories in Scripture. Lazarus—friend of Jesus, beloved brother, pillar of his community—becomes ill, and before help arrives, he dies. His sisters grieve, ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: United Methodist

Do You Truly Belive?

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Mar 17, 2026

When Jesus said, "I am the resurrection and the life," He was clearly claiming that He was the source of both After He shares this truth Jesus turns to Martha and says ' Do You Believe This?" Beloved, Do you believe this? Do "You" truly believe. Two Different Endings

An elderly man ... who lived alone in Idaho ... wanted to till his sizable potato garden, ... but the ground was extremely hard ... and his son, ...who used to help him, ... was recently sent to jail. The old man mentioned this ... in a letter to his son. He wrote: ... "I'm not sure ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44, 1 John 5:11-12, John 14:1, Hebrews 13:5

Denomination: Anglican

"A Dead Man Walking”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Mar 17, 2026

three important messages for us in this chapter. first, Its about belief of Mary and Martha and the unbelief of the Pharisees. Second We under stand the power of Jesus over death and the giver of eternal life.

In Jesus Holy Name March 22.2026 Text: John 11:1ff Easter VI Redeemer “Dead man walking” There is a recent TV commercial that is trying to sell life insurance I am getting tired of hearing it but it will ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-57, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Lazarus, Come Out

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 18, 2026

Jesus used this situation to begin the sixth of the seven signs in John’s Gospel that prove His divine origin.

Fifth Sunday in Lent 2026 The prophet Ezekiel, the last of the four major prophets in the OT, was unique. He was of the four spokesmen for God the most visionary. From him we have the vision of Israel in exile as a great field of dry human bones, of the glory of God as a kind of winged creature ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45, Romans 8:8-11, Psalm 130:1-8, Ezekiel 37:12-14

Denomination: Catholic

When Hope Feels Lost - Lent Week 5 Series

Contributed by Shawn Vollmerhausen on Mar 20, 2026

This sermon explores how God meets us in the places where hope feels lost, using Ezekiel’s valley of dry bones and the raising of Lazarus to show how God breathes life into what seems dead and calls us out of the tombs we settle into.

Come to Me: When Hope Feels Lost Ezekiel 37:1–6, 11–14 ~ John 11:17–27, 32–44 There are seasons in life when hope feels like it has slipped through our fingers. We don’t plan for those seasons. They arrive quietly, or suddenly, or slowly over time, and before we realize it, we’re standing in a ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45, Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: United Methodist

Strolling On The Water

Contributed by Jim Brown on Feb 14, 2026

When we believe in something, what derives from that belief?

Strolling on the water This event happens right after the feeding of the five thousand. The disciples had not really paid attention that this was a miracle - how could they miss that? What is faith? There are different types Faith to move mountains, saving faith, doctrine, belief, spiritual ...read more

Scripture: John 11:6-15, Matthew 14:22-36, John 20:24-29, Matthew 8:23-27, 1 John 4:4, Matthew 7:24-27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Followers Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 29, 2025

In this sermon, we will delve into the stories of some of the most notable followers of Jesus, exploring their experiences, challenges, and contributions to the early Christian community.

The Bible is filled with stories of ordinary people who lived extraordinary lives, driven by their faith and devotion to God. As followers of Jesus, we can draw valuable lessons and inspiration from the lives of these biblical figures. In this sermon, we will delve into the stories of some of the ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Wake Up Sleeper, Its Time To Rise!

Contributed by Mike Bence on Feb 11, 2025

We can not be idle in our Christian calling, standing still spiritually can lead to death, we must walk in our faith and calling to reach this world.

Wake Up Sleeper, its time to Rise! Ephesians 5:8-15 8 For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light 9 (for the fruit of the light consists in all goodness, righteousness and truth) 10 and find out what pleases the Lord. 11 Have nothing to do with the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-15, John 11:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Greatest Hope Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

God may not meet our expectations in every situation, but He ultimately fulfills our greatest hopes and is always present with us, even when He seems distant.

Hey guys! Today, we're going to talk about something we all experience: disappointment. You know, those times when things don't go the way we want or expect them to. And sometimes, it feels like God isn't showing up when we need Him the most. But I want to share a story from the Bible that shows us ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Topics: Unexpected Joy, Hidden Blessings, Unseen Opportunities, Hopeful Discoveries

If You Would Have Been There Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

Jesus enters into our pain and grief, weeping with us and offering hope through His resurrection power.

Today, we're going to talk about a story from the Bible that shows us how Jesus brings hope even in the toughest times. We'll be looking at the story of Lazarus in John 11:1-44. But first, let's start with an object lesson that will help us understand the main idea of this message. (Hand out a ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Topics: Grief Management, Spiritual Hope, Jesus' Teachings, Faith Healing

Understanding The Purpose Behind Lazarus' Death SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

The death of Lazarus served as a platform for Jesus to reveal Himself as the embodiment of resurrection and life. This sermon explores the seven reasons behind Lazarus' death.

Today, we will delve into the 11th chapter of the Gospel of John, specifically focusing on the death and resurrection of Lazarus. In this passage, we can uncover six valuable lessons that can be learned from this event. Lazarus' death provided Jesus with an opportunity to reveal Himself as the ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-16

Topics: Death, Resurrection