Sermons on Stages Of Grief:

Beauty For Ashes

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 6, 2023

The Lord wants to bring good things out of bad things (Romans 8:28). What are some good things that we find here in Isaiah 61 that helps those who grieve and mourn?

HoHum: Last year talked about a Blue Christmas where we acknowledge our losses of loved ones as we approach the holiday season. I was watching the Year Without a Santa Claus (lesser know production by Rankin Bass) and Santa gets a letter and it says, “I’ll have a Blue Christmas without you, I’ll ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:2-3, James 5:14, Ephesians 4:22-24, Matthew 5:4, Luke 4:18-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sinless Substitute Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 31, 2023

The more personally we read this passage, the more the death of Christ will mean to us (Title, outline and material adapted from Ray Pritchard at: https://www.keepbelieving.com/sermon/the-suffering-substitute/)

HoHum: Why did Jesus die? This has been pondered for 2,000 years. On the Day of Pentecost, Peter said,“Men of Israel, listen to this: Jesus of Nazareth was a man accredited by God to you by miracles, wonders and signs, which God did among you through him, as you yourselves know.” Acts 2:22, NIV. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-6, Acts 10:38, Luke 23:35, 1 Peter 2:24-25, Romans 5:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

On The Death Of Heroes

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 9, 2019

The message is a call for men to be manly, despite knowing the cost that may be required of a man.

“David lamented with this lamentation over Saul and Jonathan his son, and he said it should be taught to the people of Judah; behold, it is written in the Book of Jashar. He said: “‘Your glory, O Israel, is slain on your high places! How the mighty have fallen! Tell it not in Gath, publish it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 1:17-27

Denomination: Baptist

Here Comes The Sun: It's Alright

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Mar 10, 2009

Noah sets the stage for the coming of God’s son and mercy which is unearned

It is more than 80 years old. An American Elm Tree in downtown Oklahoma City, survived one of the worst terrorist attacks on American soil as 168 people died in the bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building on April 19, 1995. The 101-year old tree was almost destroyed by the blast, with ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:8-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

World Premiere Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Feb 27, 2018

Showing why Jesus' first miracle set the stage for His whole ministry

The World Premiere CCCAG February 25th, 2018 Scripture- John 2:1-11 Introduction: Everyone here probably has a few television programs they watch other than news. Some people like drama’s, some like comedy’s, others are into reality TV. What all of these shows have in common is this- at some ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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

The Joy Of Christian Repentance Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 7, 2005

Godly repentance comes as a result of godly grief, it leads to salvation & it brings no regrets.

By Danny Saunders I’d like to introduce you to Jay Rayner. Jay Rayner has set up an apology Website. That’s right an apology Website. How it works is people can log on to www.the-apologist.co.uk & register an apology, they can say sorry to anyone for anything & so unburden themselves of all the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:2-16

Denomination: Anglican

"Penny Rich And Dollar Poor"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Jul 7, 2004

Do you see your problem as a grief or ASA gift? (King Asa)

Text, Key Verse: 2 Chronicles 16:9 For the eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to shew himself strong in the behalf of them whose heart is perfect toward him... Title of the message: “Penny Rich and Dollar Poor” 1. Asa was "Penny Rich." Asa dedicated himself to the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral For 55 Year Old Unbeliever

Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 18, 2014

In tomes of grief we must focus our attention on the steadfast love of the LORD.

Family Enters -- As the Deer Pants for the Water Family Seated -- Introduce Congregational Song: "I'll Fly Away" I am the resurrection and the life; he who believes in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live; and whoever lives and believes in me shall never die. John 11:25 1. The Funeral is a ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:20-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Living Hope! Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 11, 2017

Jesus is alive, so be sure of a glorious future and be glad even in times of grief.

Judy Packard of Lake Leelanau, Michigan, talks about the time her neighbor, visiting the Holy Land, sent a letter describing the beautiful gardens. Her 6-year-old mused, “I wonder if he saw the rose.” “What rose?” Judy asked. “You know,” said her child, “like the Bible women saw. They went ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Do Not Weep As Those Without Hope (Funeral Sermon) Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 6, 2025

As believers, our grief is marked by a hope that transcends the sorrow we feel in this moment.

DO NOT WEEP AS THOSE WITHOUT HOPE (Funeral Sermon) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Thessalonians 4:13 (KJV) But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope. INTRODUCTION: Death often brings ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Holy Week: Life After Death Series

Contributed by Travis Jarrett on Nov 12, 2008

Resurrection Sunday Message from NewSong 2008

“Holy Week: Life After Death” Resurrection Sunday NewSong Church – 03/23/08 To watch/listen to this message online go to www.newsongs.org or contact info@newsongs.org. **NOTE: THIS IS A CONCEPT OUTLINE FOR THIS MESSAGE. GRAPHICS AND MULTIMEDIA ARE AVAILABLE TO SUPPORT THIS SERIES. :: Life after ...read more

Denomination: *other

What Went Through His Mind?

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 22, 2016

Inductive sermon focusing on what went through Jesus' mind at each stage of His crucifixion... YOU!

WHAT WENT THROUGH HIS MIND? MATTHEW 27:27-50 [EASTER SUNDAY 2016] THREAD: WHAT WENT THROUGH JESUS’ MIND THE WHOLE DAY HE WAS CRUCIFIED? Matthew 27:27-31 Then the governor's soldiers took Jesus into the Praetorium and gathered the whole company of soldiers around him. 28 They stripped him ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:27-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Check Yourself Out!

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Sep 21, 2016

The life of a person from unsaved to entirely sanctified can be one of "stages". The disciple of Christ may not go through all of the stages but the hope of this message is that we will be able to evaluate where we stand with the Lord and then move on.

(This sermon is a mixture of segments with a reinforcing song mixed in with each part.) John 10:7-10 (Please find this passage in your Bible and follow along) The Plight of the Lost … - The Bible teaches that apart from Salvation through Jesus all are lost - There is one called the devil. ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-10

Denomination: Nazarene

Wonders Of The Spiritual Realm Ii: The Wonder Of A True Friend Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Oct 3, 2019

Jesus our Lord has given His disciples an honorary promotion by elevating our status from servant to friend. What a Friend we have in Jesus! To have a friend, be a friend - as was Jonathan to David.

THE WONDER OF HAVING A TRUE FRIEND How does the honorary promotion that Jesus gave you make you feel? Remember: Jesus elevated your status from “servant” to “friend” (John 15:15) -- when you ...read more