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Hope In Despair Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Apr 24, 2019

Even in death, we have hope in Christ

March 27, 2019 - Good Friday Service Hope Lutheran Church Pastor Mary Erickson John 18:1-19:42 Hope in Despair Brother Charles de Foucauld wrote what he entitled The Prayer of Abandonment. He imagined that it was Jesus’ prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane. It seems appropriate to read on Good ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

The Power Of A Preposition

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jul 28, 2024

The death of Christ for the Church was because of His love.

The Power of a Preposition Ephesians 5:25 Ephesians 5:25 Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it; Introduction: You who have heard me preach God’s Word over the years will not be surprised to see that the focus of our message this morning is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25

Denomination: Baptist

The Brevity Of Life

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Aug 11, 2024

How to come to grips with the issues of life and death.

The Brevity of Life 1 Peter 1:24 For all flesh is as grass, and all the glory of man as the flower of grass. The grass withereth, and the flower thereof falleth away: 25 But the word of the Lord endureth for ever. And this is the word which by the gospel is preached unto you. Peter is obviously ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

Easter Overcomes Fear

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Apr 22, 2023

Easter helps us overcome fear of death..

Matthew 28:1-10 Easter overcomes Fear 1. Fears is something we all have • Many people have intense fears of spiders snakes infects • Fear of closed spaces. That’s another common fear, called claustrophobia. People with this fear find it unbearable to be inside small spaces such as elevators, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

The Empty Tomb

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Mar 28, 2024

Easter is about the hope of Jesus defeating death.

The Empty Tomb Matthew 28:1-10, 1 Peter 1:3-4 March 31, 2024 Have you ever been in a cavern or tunnel or some room where you can hear your voice echo? It’s kind of cool to hear the reverb in your voice. To hear your voice echoing, continuing for more than a quick second. Keep that in mind ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-8, 1 Peter 1:3-4, Luke 24:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

Plain Brown Wrapper

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 28, 2025

The death of our egos showcases the life of Christ.

Under the central dome of the great basilica of St. Marks in Venice is a treasure called the Pala d’Oro, a masterpiece of medieval goldsmithing, ten feet long and almost five feet tall. It has eighty enamel plaques on it, many looted from Constantinople after the 4th Crusade. They illustrate scenes ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Inescapable Resurrection

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 19, 2025

The Resurrection was inescapable because Death had no legal right to hold Jesus. Jesus was the Creator, He predated death, and God the Father had prophesied that Jesus would rise. It’s fulfillment was inescapable!

THE INESCAPABLE RESURRECTION Mt. 28:1-7; Lk. 24:36-44 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Five-year-old Brian had a pivotal verse to recite in an Easter program: “He is not here, he is risen” (Luke 24:6). Unfortunately, he could not remember what to say, and the director had to quietly remind him of his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-7, Luke 24:36-44

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Outstretched Arms

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Mar 30, 2009

Christ’s suffering & cost to secure for us the free gift of salvation.

James A. Harnish (Tampa, Florida), in his 1993 Easter sermon, tells the story of a little boy who was not exactly happy about going to church on Easter Sunday morning. His new shoes were too tight, his tie pinched his neck and the weather was just too beautiful to be cooped up inside ... As he ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: Baptist

Christianity's Best Kept Secret Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 20, 2019

Jesus Christ our Savior set us free from the penalty of sin. Jesus Christ our Lord set us free to minister in HIs Name, but without selfish ambition of gaining position, prestige or power in God's kingdom.

GOOD NEWS PRESENTED BY MARK Study of the Gospel According to Mark As you read Mark, be aware that you are reading the very first written account of the ministry ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-42

There Is Now No Condemnation For Those Who Are In Christ Jesus.

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Jan 23, 2026

Many Christians live their daily lives believing in forgiveness but still feeling condemned in their hearts. In Romans 8:1–4, Paul declares a truth so powerful that it frees believers not only from sin’s penalty, but also from the burden of living under constant guilt.

“Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” Romans 8:1–4 1 There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. 2 For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has set you free from the law of sin and death. 3 For God has done what the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-4, Romans 7:24, Romans 8:33-34

Denomination: Baptist

What The Sabbath Is About

Contributed by Andrew Chan on May 18, 2001

Teaching on how the Sabbath relates to us as believers in Christ.

What’s the Sabbath About By Andrew Chan, Senior Pastor Pilgrim Baptist Church, Vancouver, BC Exodus 20 NLT 8 “Remember to observe the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. 9 Six days a week are set apart for your daily duties and regular work, 10 but the seventh day is a day of rest dedicated to the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Christ The King

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Dec 9, 2003

Description of how great Jesus is

“Christ the King” Hebrews 2 Intro: One of the great truths of scripture is that God reveals himself to man. Hebrews 1 tells us of this truth. Let’s read there. Read Chapter 1. We have a God who reveals himself and his will to his creation. It says in verse 1 he has revealed himself through ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Guilt And Condemnation

Contributed by David Insell on Apr 24, 2003

This is a sermon I did in two prisons in Arkansas and Mississippi on dealing with guilt.

"This message was preached in Tucker prison and also Parchman prison. This can be adapted to any situation." There are so many of God’s people today who live under a heavy burden of guilt because of their past. They have a hard time believing that God could forgive them much less forget their ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-2, Romans 12:1-2, Romans 12:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Proving God's Will Series

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jun 30, 2011

Understanding God's will begins with a genuine salvation experience.

Proving God’s Will (Romans 11:33-12:1,2) Dr. Keith Peters Before we can hope to Know or discern God’s will, we must shift our thinking from the world’s paradigm to God’s. This is like intentionally “changing frequencies” on our radios. This involves a PROCESS ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Dignity Of The King Vs. The Depravity Of Humanity

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Apr 21, 2022

John 18:12-36 continues the story of Jesus' journey towards the cross as He faced His enemies and an illegal trial based on false charges. What they didn't know was that Jesus was in control and that this was part of the redemptive plan (1 Corinthians 2:7-8).

The Lord Jesus had been arrested while in the Garden of Gethsemane (Matthew 26:47-56; Mark 14:43-52; Luke 22:47-53; John 18:1-11). He was being hauled off to an illegal trial on false charges. This is the beginning of an obvious plot using any means possible by the Pharisees and the other ...read more

Scripture: John 18:12-36, Deuteronomy 17:6, Deuteronomy 19:15, Mark 14:65

Denomination: Baptist