Sermons on Spiritiual Death:

The Baptized Life Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Aug 13, 2012

Remember in the midst of your trials who your savior is. Jesus Christ is the victorious Lord. Through his death he broke the bondage of sin; he conquered death itself. Through his resurrection he has subdued the evil powers so that they cannot harm his

Introduction We are at a passage that remains one the most complicated passages in the Bible to understand. Not just each verse, almost every phrase is ambiguous. Let me give a few examples. Is Peter saying Christ was raised by the Holy Spirit or simply that he was alive in spirit? Does alive ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Confronting The Last Hour

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Aug 14, 2012

The text emphasizes the need to be ready for the final setting of the sun in each our lives.

When the Sun Sets for the Last Time I. Readiness (I am now ready) II. Realization (the time of my departure is at hand) III. Reflection (I fought a good fight) IV. Resignation (I finish my course) V. Reward (Crown of Righteousness) VI. Righteous Judge (The Lord) VII. Resurrection ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Grand Finale Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 19, 2012

In this last sermon in our series, we witness Elijah's exciting exit and learn some things about how to face the end of our own lives.

Introduction: A. You all know what a “grand finale” is, right? 1. The grand finale is the very exciting or impressive ending of a performance or a show. 2. Well, I guess someone in rural Arkansas didn’t know the meaning of the phrase. 3. Some of our relatives attended a 4th of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Facts Of Life Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 11, 2012

God has given us a hint about life, death, and resurrection in our daily activities, our night time sleep, and awaking the next day.

1. Jonah and Professor You probably heard about the lady who was riding on a crowded bus. She was quietly reading her Bible when a rather distinguished looking man took the seat beside her. After a while he noticed her reading material. He introduced himself. “Hello, I am Professor Smith. I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:20-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Else Could Have Been Said

Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Sep 26, 2010

A look at the Rich Man, Abraham and Lazarus

Concordia Lutheran Church & Redeemer Lutheran Church Pentecost 18, September 26, 2010 What More could be Said Luke 16, 19-31 IN JESUS NAME May you deeply know the mercy, the love, and the peace and the promise of a peaceful eternity that is ours, for that is grace, the gift of God our Father ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Lutheran

A Finish Course

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Oct 28, 2010

This sermon reminds us that we have a course to finish. No one will leave until his course is completed.

Intro. In our text, Paul shares his last experience with young Timothy. He has gone the last mile of the way. It is one last look out of the window. It is a final view of the sunset. His last days were spent in a prison. The dusty smell of the prison was indicative of his own demise. God lifted him ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

My Help Is In The Lord

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 4, 2011

some simple thoughts to share at a graveside service of a loved one

MY HELP IS IN THE LORD (PSALM 121:1-8) I. HOW SMALL the psalmist felt in the sight of God II. HOW SAFE the psalmist felt in the hands of God III. HOW SURE the psalmist felt of the help of God funeral service ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From The Graveyard

Contributed by Tim Hinrichs on Nov 8, 2011

Lessons to learn as we think about death and the rest of our lives - am I ready and are those around me ready? What will I do with the rest of my days?

Tuesday was All Saints Day and therefore this Sunday is All Saints Sunday. I don’t know if you realized it. I remember how it was in Poland – a national holiday – one of the big ones. Mostly people spend the day with relatives, walk in the cemetery, clean the graves of family ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-30

Denomination: Lutheran

Can These Bones Live?

Contributed by Michael Walther on May 26, 2011

We are conditioned to think that death is the final act of life. But God wants us to know that He is the one who gives life now and eternally.

Ezekiel 37. 3 And He said to me, "Son of man, can these bones live?" So I answered, "O Lord GOD, You know." 4 Again He said to me, "Prophesy to these bones, and say to them, 'O dry bones, hear the word of the LORD! Introduction We are all conditioned by life to believe that there is no ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

4 Things Of Certainty Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jun 6, 2011

A sermon on Hebrews 9:26-28 (Outline taken from http://www.sermonseeds.org/Hebrews%20-%20Revelation/Hebrews/Hebrews%209.htm)

Introduction: Benjamin Franklin- Certainty? In this world nothing is certain but death and taxes. Thesis: FOUR THINGS ON WHICH TO COUNT For instances: THERE IS DEATH (Just as man is destined to die once- vs. 27) We only have one death to die. We are not coming back to die again. We are not ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:26-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Letter #5 "Dear Sardis: The Church Is Dead!" Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 16, 2011

Sermon Series on the 7 letters to the churches in Revelation with help from Pastor Ken D. Trivette

The History of Sardis: Was built on a mountain which was viewed as impregnable. Isaiah 56:10 "Israel's watchmen are blind, they all lack knowledge; they are all mute dogs, they cannot bark; they lie around and dream, they love to sleep." (NIV) Is one of the two most harshly condemned Churches ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Heaven

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jun 16, 2011

It’s nice to be able to look forward to something. When we were kids we got excited waiting for Christmas or our birthday to come. We as Christians are looking forward to something too. We eagerly await our arrival into our heavenly home. But what exactly

HEAVEN INTRODUCTION: It’s nice to be able to look forward to something. When we were kids we got excited waiting for Christmas or our birthday to come. At this time of year we looked forward to the end of the school year and the beginning of summer vacation. Although I’m sure by the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Homily At My Step-Father's Funeral

Contributed by R. Joseph Owles on Jun 23, 2011

The homily I preached at my step-father's funeral.

R. Joseph Owles Layton’s Funeral Home June 2004 An aged and bitter Mark Twain wrote shortly before his death: A myriad of men are born; they labor and sweat and struggle;……they squabble and scold and fight; they scramble for little mean advantages over each other; age creeps ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 15:1-58

Denomination: Catholic

Silver Bullet 3

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 27, 2011

Exposition of Numbers 21 regarding a warning for us, we are reminded of two paths.

Text: Numbers 21:4-9, Title: Silver Bullet #3, Date/Place: NRBC, 6/26/11, AM A. Opening illustration: let’s use alcohol or gambling as an example of something where there is no explicit prohibition, but it is nevertheless a bad idea; slavery too B. Background to passage: remember back in ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

Prepare To Meet Thy God

Contributed by Jack Woodard on Jul 7, 2011

As Israel’s end drew near the Prophet Amos admonishes his nation to make preparation to meet their God. Each of us, like Israel, are facing the end of life at any moment, and we too need to be prepared. The Lord uses different circumstances in our lives t

TEXT: AMOS 4:12 TITLE: PREPARE TO MEET THY GOD [SOME WAYS THE LORD USES TO PREPARE MEN TO MEET HIM!] AUTHOR: JACK WOODARD ____________________________________________________________ The Prophet Amos had called his Apostate Nation to Repent and Return to the Lord or face the Sure and Severe ...read more

Scripture: Amos 4:12

Denomination: Baptist