Sermons on The Empty Tomb:

The Women At The Tomb: Remember

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Dec 3, 2010

The skepticism of the apostles, hearing the women's testimony of the resurrection, could have been prevented had they heeded the angels' admonition to remember what Jesus predicted would happen. So today when our witness is challenged or our desires to d

Takoma Park Baptist Church, Washington, DC April 14, 1987, Easter The old vaudeville song proclaims, “Dearie, do you remember? Because if you remember, then you’re much older than I.” The idea seems to be that remembering is nothing to be proud of; the implication is that ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

From The Tomb To A Womb

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 29, 2017

From the Tomb to a Womb

Pastor William D Poovey ThD Bethel Church of Olar, SC From the Tomb to a Womb 1 Ki 19:9 And he came thither unto a cave, and lodged there; “that means he planned to be there awhile” and, behold, the word of the LORD came to him, and he said unto him, What doest thou here, Elijah? 10 And he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:9

Denomination: Foursquare

Women Ask For Directions

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 11, 2023

The gospel of Luke does the best job in discrediting the wrong tomb theory (Used for a sunrise service)

HoHum: A boy asked his grandmother, "Why did Moses wander in the desert for 40 years?" The grandmother answered, "Because even back then, men don’t stop and ask for directions!" WBTU: Jim Croegaert wrote a song popularized by Sandi Patty called Was It a Morning Like This: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:22, 1 Corinthians 15:17-19, Luke 23:50-56, Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Run With Hope Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 16, 2022

Mary ran from the tomb to the city, and Simon and John ran from the city to the tomb in desperation. However, Thursday night became a nightmare for the disciples, and fled the scene.

Theme: Run with Hope Text: John 20:1-9 Happy Resurrection Day!! Greetings: The Lord is good and his love endures forever. We began the lent with the theme “Throw Off Hindrances - Run with perseverance - Fix your eyes upon Jesus” (Hebrews 12:1-3). On this resurrection day, Easter Sunday morning, ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

Invitation To An Autopsy

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Apr 14, 2009

Some say the resurrection is untrue - what does common sense say?

19When it was evening on that day, the first day of the week, and the doors of the house where the disciples had met were locked for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you.” 20After he said this, he showed them his hands and his side. Then the disciples ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: United Methodist

He Is Risen: The Victory Of Christ Over Death Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 18, 2025

"He is not here; for He is risen, as He said." This statement confirms the fulfilment of Christ’s promise and the triumph of life over death. The resurrection was not just for Jesus—it was for all who believe in Him.

HE IS RISEN: THE VICTORY OF CHRIST OVER DEATH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "He is not here; for He is risen, as He said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay." – Matthew 28:6 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 15:54-57, Romans 8:11, Revelation 1:18, John 11:25-26, Colossians ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Jesus Family Tomb: Have We Found The Bones Of Jesus?

Contributed by Galen Hackman on May 23, 2007

The Christian faith is founded on the confession that Jesus has Risen. If the Tomb that has been making all the news lately is that of Jesus, what impact does it have on the Christian Faith? Can we still believe?

The Jesus Family Tomb: Have we found the bones of Jesus? John 20:1-18 A few weeks ago, on March 4th, the Discovery Channel aired a documentary entitled “The Lost Tomb of Jesus.” If you saw it, you may have noticed right up front that it was very well done. Obviously behind its production ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Brethren

A Hope-Filled Heart

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Apr 9, 2023

There's a heart that fits this day perfectly, a day where we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, or what the world calls “Easter.” There is a hope for our world, and that hope is Jesus Christ who rose from the dead and is alive.

A Christian’s Heart “A Hope-Filled Heart” Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_XEfKOjeoQ Some of you may not know, but I have been on a series from the beginning of the year looking at what a Christian’s heart should look like. And so far, we’ve looked at how it is a loving, ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33, Proverbs 13:12, Jeremiah 29:11, Romans 4:18, Job 14:7-9, Job 19:26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

"What Is Truth About Easter?”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Apr 3, 2023

A quote: Philip Yancy. Christianity offers a cross and empty tomb. The sermon deal's with Pilate's question: "What is truth?" N.T. Wright Surprised by Hope, reminds us that the Bible actually does not just teach “life after death,” but rather “life after life after death!”

In Jesus Holy Name April 9, 2023 Text: Luke 24:1-3,5b-6 Redeemer “What is Truth About Easter?” I’m so glad you are here this morning to enjoy the experience of Easter worship. The spring flowers bloom in the sunshine. The music renews our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-3, Luke 24:5-6, 1 Thessalonians 4:13

Denomination: Lutheran

Rescurrection From The Dead

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Mar 19, 2007

An Easter Sermon about no need for a gravestone because the "tomb is empty"!

I. Used Tombstone...Real Bargain (1) Dr. Paul Stuckey is pastor at Grace United Methodist Church in Dayton, Ohio. He tells the story of an eye-catching ad in a Milwaukee, Wisconsin, newspaper’s classified section. Big, bold letters advertised "Used Tombstone. " The ad’s text read as follows: ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Christ Is Risen!

Contributed by James Jerpseth on Apr 28, 2001

Christ’s resurrection is with us every day of the week in all that we do -- if we can take the step of faith to leave our safe secure setting like the women did and venture to the tomb.

Easter Sunday - April 15, 2001 "Christ Is Risen!" SERMON TEXT (Luke 24 NRSV) But on the first day of the week, at early dawn, they came to the tomb, taking the spices that they had prepared. {2} They found the stone rolled away from the tomb, {3} but when they went in, they did not find the body. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

The Lost Tomb Of Jesus???

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Mar 6, 2007

This is a apologetic response to the March 4, 2007 Discovery Channel documentary on "The Lost Tomb of Jesus."

THE LOST TOMB of JESUS??? Acts 1:1-4 1 In my former book, Theophilus, I wrote about all that Jesus began to do and to teach 2 until the day he was taken up to heaven, after giving instructions through the Holy Spirit to the apostles he had chosen. 3 After his suffering, he showed himself to these ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-3

Denomination: Wesleyan

Following Jesus To The Tomb Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Aug 31, 2007

By following Jesus to the tomb we learn that it’s okay to shed some (1) tears over life’s loses, but that our tears must eventually give way to the (2) truth.

Following Jesus to the Tomb My wife has a lot of shoes. That may not surprise you. One pair of shoes in particular, however, is unique. She’s had them since high-school, and written on the heal with white-out pen is the inscription G22. In fact, all of the girls on my wife’s old pom squad have a ...read more

Scripture: John 11:20-36

Denomination: Christian Church

Mary's Moments At The Tomb Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 30, 2018

Mary Magdalene was the first person the resurrected Jesus appeared. What can we learn from her moments at the tomb?

INTRODUCTION • VIDEO CLIP • SLIDE #1 • EASTER SUNDAY! CELEBRATE THE RESURRECTION OF OUR LORD! • In our Spring into Life series, we have been examining some of the lives Jesus touched during His ministry to see how those lives were never the same! • Today we take you to an interesting woman who was ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Truth About The Tomb Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 10, 2013

What happened to Jesus after His body was placed in the Tomb?

Easter Series Pt 2 “The Truth about the Tomb” John 19:31-42 John 19:33 But when they came to Jesus, and saw that he was dead already, they brake not his legs: First: Did Jesus die? Was he really dead? I. The Body of Jesus A. The recognition of His death v. 33 How did the soldiers ...read more

Scripture: John 19:31-42

Denomination: Baptist