Sermons on Sepulcher Empty:

Thirsting For God

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Nov 29, 2025

This sermon calls every believer to examine the true object of their deepest thirst and turn from the world’s broken wells to the only Source who can satisfy—the living God, who invites us to come, drink, and truly live.

Thirsting for God “If you don’t find life before death, you can’t find life after death” Every human being lives with a thirst. Some thirst for family approval… others for health, success, money, sports, exercise, music, or a thousand other pursuits. We chase what promises satisfaction, and we ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Law Vs. Grace Vs. Faith PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 6, 2025

God’s promises are received by faith, not by our efforts; grace, not performance, secures our acceptance and hope in Christ.

Some of us walked in today with lists—mental ledgers of what we did right and where we fell short. We carry them like heavy backpacks. We whisper, “Maybe if I try harder, God will be pleased.” And our hearts grow tired, tight, and tentative. Then we come to Romans 4 and hear a fresh breeze blow ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:13-16

Topics: Grace, Gift

All Things Are Possible With God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 11, 2025

God’s presence makes the impossible possible; when we reach our limits, we can trust His power and faithfulness to carry us through every challenge.

Some of us walked in today with a tight throat and a tired heart. The week has been long. The bills stack up, the headlines hit hard, and the calendar doesn’t care that your energy is on empty. You’ve prayed for the prodigal until your words feel worn. You’ve watched the doctor’s face for good news ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:24-26, Luke 1:37, Philippians 4:13

Topics: Belief, Trust, God

Well... That's A Deep Subject PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 29, 2025

God uses ordinary people’s courage and compassion to lift others from life’s pits, reminding us to act rightly and help those in need now.

Some days feel like pits, don’t they? Not just potholes in the road, but deep, echoing cisterns of disappointment, decisions, and delays. You pray and the sky seems quiet. You plan and the ground gives way. You stand in the middle of a week that you never wanted and wonder, How do I get out of ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 38:7-13

Topics: Courage, Compassion

"True Moral Behavior Is Really Gratitude-In-Action.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jun 6, 2002

June 9, 2002 -- THIRD SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST -- Proper 5 Psalm 50:7-15 Color: Green Psalm 50 Title: “True moral behavior is really gratitude-in-action.”

June 9, 2002 -- THIRD SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST -- Proper 5 Psalm 50:7-15 Color: Green Psalm 50 Title: “True moral behavior is really gratitude-in-action.” This psalm is cast in the mold of a lawsuit. Since the prophets also used the format of the lawsuit to accuse Israel and the Israelites of sin, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 50:1-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Under The Sun Or With The Son?

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jun 12, 2002

This sermon was delivered in a baccalaureate service and later adapted as a graduation address.

Imagine that God handed you a piece of paper and said, “Write down whatever you think will make your life happy and I will give it to you.” What would you choose? Wealth? Power? Fame? A long life? The Bible tells of a young man who was once given this opportunity. His name was Solomon, king ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:1, Luke 12:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer As A Way Of Life Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on Apr 27, 2003

1st in the series "Patterns for Prayer." Studies the first 4 references to prayer in Acts to see how the church made prayer a way of life.

Text: Acts 1:14-24, 2:41-42, 3:1 Introduction Things looked bleak for the children of George Muller’s orphanage at Ashley Downs in 19th century England. It was time for breakfast, and there was no food. A small girl whose father was a close friend of Muller was visiting in the home. Muller took ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:14, Acts 2:41-42

Denomination: Assembly Of God

It Doesn't Take Long To Change The World Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on May 12, 2003

Amazingly the world, entirely, or for an individual, can change dramatically in an incredibly short time. Although this is often hard for us, it’s going to happen again and we look forward to that time.

It Doesn’t Take Long to Change the World Easter 2003 It doesn’t take long to change the world in very dramatic ways. “The 1989 Armenian earthquake needed only four minutes to flatten the nation and kill thirty thousand people. Moments after that deadly tremor ceased, a father raced to an ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:5-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Self-Less Love

Contributed by Niles Lloyd on Feb 15, 2003

WE ARE LIVING IN A DAY OF SELFISHNESS, (CHRISTIANS) HAVE NO TIME OR LOVE FOR OTHER PEOPLE. IT IS A SHAME THAT A HARLOT HAS TO SHOW US WHAT REAL LOVE IS ALL ABOUT....

TITLE: SELF-LESS LOVE 8/24/02 TEXT: MARK 14:1 – 11 INTRO: IN THIS NEW MILLENIUM, WE ARE LIVING IN A SELF CENTERED SOCIETY. WE ARE LIVING IN A DAY OF ABSOLUTE SELFISHNESS. FOR INSTANCE - · HIGH SOCIETY WOMEN ARE ABORTING BABIES FOR THEIR PERSONAL CONVINIENCE · CHILDREN ARE ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"The Best Remedy For Stress"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 21, 2003

Jesus confronts life’s deepest personal problem.

Matthew 6:25-33 “The Best Remedy For Stress” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org Said the robin to the sparrow, “I really do not know why it is these human beings rush about and worry so.” Said the sparrow to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-33

Denomination: United Methodist

Overcoming Christmas Stress

Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 1, 2003

Four simple principles for overcoming Holiday stress taken from the story of Martha and Mary.

Overcoming Christmas Stress Luke 10:38-42 Whether you like it our not, whether you are prepared or not, the Christmas Season is upon us! This past Friday, the Friday after Thanksgiving Day, is the known as the busiest shopping day of the year. I overheard one ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

Ow! That Hurts! (Pt. 2)

Contributed by Chris Talton on Dec 19, 2003

This is the second portion of a sermon on God’s discipline in our lives. Part of a series on abiding in Christ

Nov. 2, 2003 John 15 “Ow! That hurts!” (pt. 2) INTRODUCTION Talk about the story in the Old Testament where the Israelite spies who had gone into Canaan brought back a single cluster of grapes that was so large that it had to be carried on a pole between two of the men (Numbers ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

"Unfolding Deck Chairs" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 24, 2003

Discerning what God’s will and direction is for our lives.

Iliff and Saltillo United Methodist June 30, 2002 “Unfolding Deck Chairs” Acts 17:22-34 INTRODUCTION: In a “Peanuts” strip, Charlie Brown and Lucy were discussing theology. Lucy said, “On the great cruise ship of life, some people take their deck chairs to the bow. And some people take their ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-34

Denomination: Methodist

Because He Lives

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 23, 2001

Looks at what the resurrection meant for various people.

John 20:19-23 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 was everything, and ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23

Denomination: Wesleyan

Beatitudes--More Than Skin Deep

Contributed by Daryl Bahn on Nov 3, 2001

Jesus’ Beatitudes are a splash of frigid water in the face of the self-righteous, but a cup of refreshing water for God’s forgiven saints who are weary of the ways of the world. (All Saints Day, 2001)

BEATITUDES—MORE THAN SKIN DEEP (Matthew 5:1-12) The Beatitudes are like a splash of ice-cold water in the face of those who are self-satisfied and full of themselves. The Pharisees, for example, were wealthy, successful, powerful, and very religious. They thought the coming of the Kingdom of God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran