Sermons on Sudden Death Loss:

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

Going Through The Valley

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Aug 1, 2013

Mountain-Top experiences may be good but can easily get you in your head. We must not forget that the Valley experiences are the ones that shape, discipline and position you where God desires you to be.

Opening illustration: Five year old Johnny was in the kitchen as his mother made supper. She asked him to go into the pantry and get her a can of tomato soup, but he didn’t want to go in alone. "It’s dark in there and I’m scared." She asked again, and he persisted. Finally she ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

If I Had But One Year To Live!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on May 5, 2015

“What would I do if I had but one year to live?” And to make it a little bit more personal, “What would you do if you knew you had but one year to live?” Well, as I lay there in my sick bed, here are some of my answers.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK I have discovered that when you are sick that here are a lot of different thoughts that can pop into your mind. And some of those thoughts may linger for a while, causing you to mull them over & dwell upon them in your mind. As I told ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:16-17, Ephesians 5:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Grace Goodness As Declared By The Law

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 3, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Now we are under grace, enjoy grace here on earth II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that grace is better than the law IV. TEXT: 1 Samuel 24:17 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) And he sai

I. EXORDIUM: Now we are under grace, enjoy grace here on earth II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that grace is better than the law IV. TEXT: 1 Samuel 24:17 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) And he said to David, “You are a better man than I am, for you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Great White Throne Judgment

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Dec 4, 2012

The judgement of the Sinner-When and what will happen to them

"The Great White Throne Judgment" Revelation 20:11-15 And I saw a great white throne, and him that sat on it, from whose face the earth and the heaven fled away; and there was found no place for ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Law Vs Grace Part 2

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 21, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Are you still under the law? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we are under grace not law IV. TEXT: 1 Samuel 24:2 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) 2. So Saul chose 3,000 elite troops

I. EXORDIUM: Are you still under the law? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we are under grace not law IV. TEXT: 1 Samuel 24:2 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) 2. So Saul chose 3,000 elite troops from all Israel and went to search for David and his men ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

From The Book “the Master's Indwelling” By Andrew Murray Series

Contributed by David Leach on Jan 13, 2014

From the book “The Master's Indwelling” By Andrew Murray Chapter 2 – THE SELF LIFE (words in italics added)

From the book “The Master's Indwelling” By Andrew Murray Chapter 2 – THE SELF LIFE (words in italics added) Matt. 16: 24. (Jesus) If anyone desires to come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. In the 13th verse we read that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Miracle That Still Changes Lives" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Apr 19, 2017

The disciples found themselves in an extraordinary situation. The One whom they had followed for 3.5 years; had sat at His feet and learned all of the great teachings firsthand, had now been crucified on a cross and buried in a borrowed tomb.

“The Miracle that Still Changes Lives” Luke 24:1-12 1 On the first day of the week, very early in the morning, the women took the spices they had prepared and went to the tomb. 2 They found the stone rolled away from the tomb, 3 but when they entered, they did not find the body of the Lord Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Last Sermon I'd Preach If I Knew I Would Die Today

Contributed by David Radcliff on Apr 2, 2016

Psalm 90:12 tells us to number our days.That is good advice for all of us. Preachers die too and should be aware life is so brief. What would I say if this was my last sermon?

The Last Sermon I'd Preach If I Knew I Would Die Today Psalm 90:12 Psalm 90:12 tells us to number our days. That is good advice for all of us. Preachers die too and should be aware life is so brief. What would I say if this was my last sermon? I. THE FIRST PART OF MY SERMON WOULD BE TO THOSE I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord’s Supper – Is It Still For Us Today?

Contributed by Greg Thompson on Apr 6, 2016

Is the Lord's Supper still for us today?

Introduction- Let me start this by saying Communion, the Lord’s Supper, is just as important today as it has ever been! The scripture we have just read was written before the earliest of the Gospels and the institution of communion in writing. In the time of Jesus it was not uncommon for the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Gathering Clouds

Contributed by John Mccormack on Dec 13, 2013

THE SPIRITUAL ASPECTS OF PHYSICAL DEATH

GATHERING CLOUDS OBSERVATION: DARK CLOUD AND FALLEN TREES CAN SUGGEST POSITIVE OR NEGATIVE REALITIES IN LIFE. THIS STUDY INVESTIGATES THE SPIRITUAL ASPECTS OF BOTH. INTERPRETATION: ECCLESIASTES 11:3 (NKJV) IF THE CLOUDS ARE FULL OF RAIN, THEY EMPTY THEMSELVES UPON THE EARTH; AND IF A TREE ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:3

Denomination: Baptist

Infant Funeral Notes

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on May 19, 2018

An infant funeral is tough. Here is a still born sermon I did from May 2018

Funeral of an infant On behalf of the family, personally thank the Funeral Director & Staff. Thank friends & co-workers for the beautiful flowers & cards. Jeremiah 1:5 “I knew you before I formed you in your mother’s womb. Before you were born I set you apart and appointed you as my prophet to the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Happens When A Person Dies? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Sep 5, 2013

What will we be like for eternity?

INTRODUCTION This is the second message in the series, “Heaven: An insider’s guide.” Last week I invited you to email me your questions about heaven and I’ve received several dozen good questions. I was surprised to learn the most popular question asked is, “Will ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Behind The Scenes Of The Crucifixion

Contributed by Don Schultz on Dec 5, 2013

Behind the scenes of Jesus' death, there was a war going on...

Today and Thursday, we are going to get a behind the scenes look at the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus. Listen to these verses from Revelation chapter 12: 7 And there was war in heaven. Michael and his angels fought against the dragon, and the dragon and his angels fought back. 8 But he was ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:7-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Things That Make Christians Different From The World: Hope Series

Contributed by Terry Frazier on Jun 29, 2012

There should be clear differences between Christians and the world. This sermon looks at how the word hope differs between Christians and the world. Christians have real hope and the world has false hope.

Things That Make Christians Different From The World: Hope Hope is a remarkable word in our world and in the world it can mean anything from I sure do hope that it rains today to I hope I win the lottery today to I hope that I’m saved or I hope that I’m going to go to heaven. But for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist