Sermons on Sleep In Death:

The Hope We Have In Christ

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 30, 2006

The hope we have in Christ sustains us in the face of death.

Paul says that those of us who know Christ, "do not sorrow as those who have no hope," Though we face times of sorrow, Paul tells us, we will face them differently because of the hope we have in Christ. While the world thinks of hope in terms of "wishful thinking," the Bible speaks of hope as a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13

Denomination: Baptist

The Life Of Christ #3 - He Died... Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Mar 19, 2005

Palm Sunday message about what Jesus’ death accomplished.

The Life of Christ Part 3: He Died... March 20, 2005 Palm Sunday Introduction This is our third message in a series on the life of Christ. So far we’ve talked about the fact that Jesus lived, and we discussed not events in the life of Jesus, but rather some things we can take away from what he ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:9-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

Why Did Jesus Have To Die

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 20, 2005

Jesus gave His life as a sacrifice for the penalty of sin and death

Why did Jesus have to die? Series: Searching for the Truth about Easter Matthew 20:17-19 March 13, 2005 Introduction George Atley was killed while serving with the Central African Mission. There were no witnesses, but the evidence indicates that Atley was confronted by a band of hostile ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:17-19

Denomination: Church Of God

Suffering For The Church

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Nov 9, 2003

Are we willing and able in this time of death ,to suffer for Jesus?

Suffering for the Church 2nd Timothy 2:1-21 In a land of plenty, are we willing to suffer for Christ? There are many in the world that are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Let Not Your Heart Be Trouble For God Is Our Refuge

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Sep 10, 2003

How God is good to us in time of death of a loved one.

Scripture: John 14:1-4, Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

Independence Day

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Aug 4, 2005

Declaration of independence - declaration of our freedom from the law and death

Independence Day This weekend many people will be celebrating Independence Day in a variety of ways. Some people travel to see loved ones, and others just stay home with the family. There is a lot of BBQ going on all across the country. There are fireworks, parades and all kinds of celebrations ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-18

Denomination: Congregational

A Reflection Of The Gospel

Contributed by Timothy Dolan on May 10, 2008

How the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ is reflected in our lives.

INTRODUCTION: Several years ago I read a fictional novel called, A Skeleton in God’s Closet. It was about an archeologists’ that claimed that he had found the skeleton of Jesus. The chaos that followed was amazing as churches closed and the earth began to tear itself apart. What if I could ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Long Fall

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on May 21, 2011

Story of Saul and his long fall including his death

A Long Fall Text 1 Sam. 28:15 God has departed from me and does not answer me anymore. The Woman saw Samuel. God sent the Spirit of Samuel to appear to Saul. Nome the following facts 1. Spiritism is sternly condemned in Scripture. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 28:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

David And Saul

Contributed by Dale Miller on Sep 26, 2012

THIS SERMON DEALS WITH THE DEATH OF SAUL AND DAVID BECOMING KING OF ISRAEL.

HFL MAY 1, 2011 2 SAMUEL 1;1-5 1After the death of Saul, David returned from defeating the Amalekites and stayed in Ziklag two days. 2On the third day a man arrived from Saul’s camp, with his clothes torn and with dust on his head. When he came to David, he fell to the ground to pay him ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 1:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Die Life Is Free

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 7, 2010

Death is sure as life yet so many take it lightly.

DO YOU JUST WANT TO DIE Ezekiel 33:11Say unto them, As I live, saith the Lord GOD, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked; but that the wicked turn from his way and live: turn ye, turn ye from your evil ways; for why will ye die, O house of Israel? Why ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 33:11

Denomination: Baptist

Naboth's Vineyard Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 11, 2009

Elijah’s confrontation of Ahab over Naboth’s death

If you don’t think God has a sense of humor just look at the person beside you. Naboth’s vineyard I Kings 21:1-20 The story of Ahab could probably be summed up in one verse. It’s found in I Kings 16:33, “And Ahab did more to provoke the Lord God of Israel to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 21:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Reality Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Ken Mowery on Jul 6, 2007

The Biblical record about the death burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

The Reality of the Resurrection We need to come to a conclusion today that the resurrection of Jesus Christ is more than a fairy tale, more than a legend, and more than some religious symbol. It is a historical fact that is indisputable. In fact, Billy Graham said that, “There is more evidence ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:44-65

Denomination: Baptist

How Will You Be Remembered?

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 4, 2006

Message discussing the various people involved in the death of John the Baptist.

How Will You Be Remembered? Matthew 14:1-12 October 1, 2006 Introduction I don’t know about you, but one of my favorite things to read are biographies of people who made a difference. People like Teddy Roosevelt and Winston Churchill. Daniel Boone, Abraham Lincoln, George Washington. Pee Wee ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

Maundy Thursday Message

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Apr 2, 2021

A look at what Jesus did for us through His death.

Maundy Thursday: It's About You John 13:1-5 Sometimes we wonder where did Maundy Thursday come from. The word "maundy" actually comes from the Latin word mandatum, which means "command." It's where we get the English word "mandate." That word ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Died To Provide The Example For Us To Follow

Contributed by John Newbaker on Feb 15, 2020

His death provides the example for us to follow in four areas.

The Reason Jesus Came to Die To Provide the Example for us to Follow Ephesians 5:25 The way Jesus lived his life is the example of how we are to live our life. The apostles understood this. John wrote, “Whoever claims to believe in him must live as Jesus lived." Do you believe in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25

Denomination: Baptist