Sermons on Stone To Death:

Stones...schemes...sin...and Salvation Series

Contributed by Dave Bentley on Jun 7, 2011

John 8 begins and ends with someone about to be stoned by an angry and seething mob. In the first few verses it’s a woman caught in the act of adultery, but by the end of this single chapter there will be stones in the hands of men bent on killing Jesus!

THAT YOU MAY BELIEVE – JOURNEY THROUGH JOHN ”Stones…Schemes…Sin…and Salvation” John 8.1-12 John 8 begins and ends with someone about to be stoned by an angry and seething mob. In the first few verses it’s a woman caught in the act of adultery, but by the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Heaven's Just A Stone's Throw Away Series

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Nov 26, 2005

The story of the first Christian martyr

The story of the first Christian martyr The kingdom of Heaven is at Hand - it is always a stone’s throw away Life is short - to live like Stephen you must: Decide before you go through tough times how you will act and what you will say AC 6:8 Now Stephen, a man full of God’s grace and power, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There Is Life After Death In This Life

Contributed by Jerry Gatson on May 14, 2004

IF YOU LOOSE EVERYTHING, BUT YOU STILL HAVE JESUS, YOU HAVE ENOUGH TO START AGAIN!

THERE IS LIFE AFTER DEATH IN THIS LIFE TEXT – John 11:25-26 – Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live: and whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die. Believest thou this? There is life after this life. ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25-26

Denomination: Charismatic

Jesus' Power Over Death Series

Contributed by Larry Hiles on Jun 17, 2004

Jesus not only has the power over His own death, in this sermon you will see that Jesus has the power over death for all. 1. Jesus is compassionate 2. Jesus is in control 3. Jesus is the Christ

Jesus’ Power Over Death John 11: 32-44 June 13, 2004 Death! Death is the great equalizer in life. We may all have different lives, come from different backgrounds, experience different joys and sorrows, but the one thing that links all mankind together is death. We are all going to die. Some ...read more

Scripture: John 11:32-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Murder Or Mercy: The Death Of Potential

Contributed by Ron Auch Jr on Apr 18, 2025

Because of the deep place murder holds in the heart, most of the time we tend to even ignoring God’s forewarnings.

“Murder or Mercy” The death of potential I find the simplicity of this statement striking, especially in how it contrasts murder and mercy. Today we are focusing on the contrast between personal choices and God’s mercy. We will also be connecting this idea to how people often take their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:14-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Coping With Death - With Or Without Jesus

Contributed by Charles Degner on May 2, 2003

What would it be like to face death without Jesus? Because Jesus lives, we won’t have to find out!

How do you cope with the idea of death without the resurrection? Walt Disney made a stab at it in the cartoon classic, “The Lion King.” The little lion’s father died. But you don’t have to be afraid. You don’t have to be sad. Because after all, it’s all about the “circle of life.” Life and ...read more

Scripture: John 20:10-18

Denomination: Lutheran

The Birth & Death Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 2, 2005

There are many parallels between Jesus’ birth and His death, burial and resurrection. Thinking about them will bless your Christmas!

What is the Christmas story? People have argued about it for 2 millennia. And what is it purpose? A recent Newsweek poll found that although 84% of Americans call themselves Christians (at least nominally), and 82% say that Jesus is the Son of God - only 67% believe that the Christmas story is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Stephen The First Martyr

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Sep 8, 2024

Stephen bravely preached a sermon about how people like them had rejected God and Jesus. God wanted Israel to follow as their leader and king. Some of the Jews became so angry at Stephen that they threw stones at him until he died. Stephen was the first martyr of the Christian faith.

Stephen bravely preached a sermon about how people like them had rejected God and Jesus. God wanted Israel to follow as their leader and king. Some of the Jews became so angry at Stephen that they threw stones at him until he died. Stephen was the first martyr of the Christian faith. God is doing ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:54-59, Acts 6:8-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus 1, Death 0

Contributed by John Beehler on Mar 13, 2002

Death has been swallowed up in victory...for good!

Jesus: 1, Death: 0 There is a true story of a chaplain at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pennsylvania. A few years ago an event happened late one night while she was on duty. She was called to the bedside of a woman who had a severe heart attack. By the time she got there the ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus: Master Over Death Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Jan 8, 2009

Jesus is Master of not only Demons and Disease but also Death. Here we find ANXIETY, ACTIVITY and AUTHORITY.

Mark 5:21-24, 35-43 Jesus: Master Over Death Now when Jesus had crossed over again by boat to the other side, a great multitude gathered to Him; and He was by the sea. And behold, one of the rulers of the synagogue came, Jairus by name. And when he saw Him, he fell at His feet and begged Him ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Baptist

The Crucifixion, Death And Resurrection Of Jesus

Contributed by Pastor Ezekiel Oyekale on Apr 22, 2011

THE IMPORTANCE OF CHRIST’S RESURRECTION AND THE INFALLIBLE PROOFS OF HIS RESURRECTION

THE CRUCIFIXION, DEATH AND RESURRECTION OF CHRIST (Pastor Ezekiel Oyekale) (Matthew 27:27-28:10). The crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ on the cross, His burial and His resurrection from the dead on the third day are the corner stones and the basic tenets on which the Christian faith is ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Predicts His Death Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 12, 2021

Think of it: Jesus marshaled no army and He carried no weapon. Jesus never used His miraculous powers to throw the Pharisees off the nearest cliff. Yet, the threat of Jesus was so great, He often made enemies into allies:

A New York Times editorial claims that America’s views on the death penalty are changing. 35 people were put to death in 2014 which was the fewest in 20 years. And 2014 marked a nearly 40 year low in the number of new criminals placed on death row. While the method of execution may have changed, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:7-9, Luke 13:31-35

Denomination: Baptist

Living Stones Versus Dead Wood

Contributed by Jeffrey Kellum on May 21, 2003

Because Christ is the Cornerstone, we are to be living stones that build a spiritual house based on acceptable sacrifices.

Introduction: 1 Peter 2:4-10 "Psalm 122 - I was glad when they said to me, come to the House of the Lord. Where else in this world can you go to hear such a message of hope; You are chosen, You are special, You are the people of God - Opening Prayer Illustration: I have an interesting item to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Stumbling Block Vs Steppin Stone?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 13, 2003

It may take a crucified individual to take a crucified church to the feet of a crucified Savior.

STUMBLING BLOCK VS STEPPING STONE --- MORE THAN A CONQUEROR? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: 2 Timothy 2:3 Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. 2 Timothy 1 :12 For the which cause I also suffer these things: nevertheless I am not ashamed: for I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3, 2 Timothy 1:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Faith Vs. Stones, Trees & Servants Series

Contributed by Steve Lawson on Jan 7, 2004

Faith must be combined with servanthood.

Faith vs. Stones, Trees & Servants Luke 17:1-10 Luke 17:1-10 - Jesus said to his disciples: “Things that cause people to sin are bound to come, but woe to that person through whom they come. 2 It would be better for him to be thrown into the sea with a millstone tied around his neck than for him ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational