Sermons on The Risen Jesus:

Is There Life Out There?

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 6, 2001

The true source of life is found in Jesus Christ the risen Lord!

Is There Life Out There? Selected Passages July 1999 I. Reba MacIntyre Song A. Song about a mother’s sacrifice This is a typical song about the sacrifices that a mother has made by sacrificing her dreams and plans for the well being of her family. This mother longs for something more out of life ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25-26, Revelation 3:8

Denomination: Church Of God

Christmas Star

Contributed by Anoop Samuel on Dec 28, 2007

Has the real star of Jesus Christ risen in your heart?:

Christmas trees are beautiful to look at. Most of them are adorned with ornaments and in some cases little gifts. Larger gifts will be put on the floor close by the tree. The belief in US is that Santa Claus will visit the homes, coming down through the chimney (If you don’t have one, through other ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Power For The Way Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Mar 30, 2010

The source of our power it the risen, reigning Lord Jesus Christ.

“Go in Peace: Power for the Way” Ps. 23:5 Dr. Bill Bright of Campus Crusade for Christ told this story of a famous oil field called Yates Pool: During the depression this field was a sheep ranch owned by a man named Yates. Mr. Yates wasn’t able to make enough on his ranching ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

If Christ Had Not Risen From The Dead : The Importance Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Apr 12, 2009

1. NO GOSPEL TO PREACH 2. OUR FAITH WOULD BE IN VAIN 3. THOSE WHO PROCLAIM THE GOSPEL WOULD BE LIARS 4.NO SALVATION FOR OUR SOULS 5. THOSE WHO DIED IN CHRIST ARE LOST 6. BELEIVERS WOULD BE PITIABLE 7. NO NEWLIFE AND MEANINGLESS BAPTISM

IF CHRIST HAD NOT RISEN FROM THE DEAD : UNDERSTANDING THE IMPORTANCE OF THE RESURRECTION ************************************************************************************************* OUTLINE 1. THERE WOULD BE NO GOSPEL TO PREACH 2. OUR FAITH WOULD BE IN VAIN 3. ALL THOSE WHO PROCLAIM THE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-58

Denomination: Pentecostal

Part 13 - Worshipping The Risen Christ (Easter 2020) Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Apr 7, 2020

Confidence in Christ leads to a deeper and more powerful life of worship. What does a Christian place his confidence in with Christ?

Find this Message on YouTube on our channel "GCC Winchester" or visit www.gracecommunity.com In a study, Psychologist Dr. Elinore Kinarthy reported that the average person has more than 200 negative thoughts a day: worries, jealousies, insecurities, cravings for forbidden things, etc. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10, Hebrews 10:23, Philippians 1:6, Philippians 1:3-6, Philippians 1:9-14, Romans 5:8, 1 Corinthians 12:9, Deuteronomy 7:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

The Past Is Nailed To Calvary. The Future Is Tied To The Risen Christ.

Contributed by Michael Trigg on Nov 28, 2004

Our hope in the future lies in the greatest advocate in eternity who will not only speak for us but will also claim us as His own

The past is nailed to Calvary. The future is tied to the risen Christ. Isaiah 2:3 “Come, let us go up to the mountain of the LORD.” Introduction Last time, we visited Isaiah’s first recorded vision, when he uttered God’s condemnation of a rebellious nation. A people who had rejected their ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Is There Life After Death? The Empty Tomb Of Jesus Examined Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Nov 26, 2023

Can a human live beyond the grave? That is the question we consider today. Many in our world today believe after death, there is nothing, life is simply over.

“When Corrie Ten Boom of The Hiding Place was a little girl in Holland, her first realization of death came after a visit to the home of a neighbor who had died. It impressed her that some day her parents would also die. Corrie's father comforted her with words of wisdom. "Corrie, when you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:4-5, Mark 16:9-20

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Jesus Journey Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 25, 2016

The story of this encounter, like our own journey of faith, may be viewed from three perspectives: 1) The need for understanding (Luke 24:13–24), 2) The source of understanding (Luke 24:25–27), and 3) The response to understanding (Luke 24:28–32).

Luke 24:13–24 13 That very day two of them were going to a village named Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem, 14 and they were talking with each other about all these things that had happened. 15 While they were talking and discussing together, Jesus himself drew near and went with them. 16 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-32

Denomination: Other

Encountering Jesus (6) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 11, 2019

In Acts 9, Paul encounters Jesus and his life is changed. His story involves his sin, his salvation, and his service.

Encountering Jesus (6) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/8/2015 Two thousand years ago, Jesus entered our world and changed everything. Jesus is the most famous person in all of history. More songs have been sung to him, artwork created of him, and books written about him ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-16, Acts 9:1-18

Denomination: Christian Church

Jesus--His Resurrection Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 26, 2010

Today's lesson is about Jesus' resurrection and its significance.

Scripture Last time we saw that forgiveness is a gift, paid for by Jesus Christ. We don’t deserve it, and we can’t earn it. And that is grace: God behaving towards us in a way we simply don’t deserve. We saw this in Ephesians 2:8-9: “For by grace you have been saved through ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

An Easter Meditation

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 20, 2018

This was a day that changed history forever.

An Easter Meditation Mark 16:1-8 It was the worst of days; it was the best of days. It was a day of darkness; it was a day of light. It was a day of anguish; it was a day of fear. It was a day of doubt; it was a day of great faith. It would be a day that ranks as the most influential day in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Because Of An Empty Tomb

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Apr 5, 2021

Sadness, depression, hopelessness, helplessness, loneliness, fear, and anxiety are destroyed - Because of an empty tomb.

Because of an Empty Tomb By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. John 20:11-18 “But Mary stood without at the sepulchre weeping: and as she wept, she stooped down, and looked into the sepulchre, And seeth two angels in white sitting, the one at the head, and the other at the feet, where the body of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:11-18, Matthew 28:6

Denomination: Apostolic

Seven Reasons Why The Resurrection Of Christ Is So Important

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Apr 15, 2025

The resurrection is not only a fundamental part of the Gospel, but it is the glue that holds every part of the Gospel together. Without it, Christians are believing in vain and are without hope.

Opening: Unlike other religions, Christianity is based on Christ Jesus: His incarnation to be a Man, His life and teachings, His death and resurrection, His ascension to heaven, and His second coming.  Christ is the center of Christianity. No Christ, no Christians, or no Christ’s followers! ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:4, John 19:7, John 14:6, Mark 8:31, Romans 6:9, 1 Peter 1:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sent By The King: Following Jesus Into A World That Needs The Gospel Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 15, 2025

Last words matter. The final recorded words of Jesus before He ascended in glory are not suggestions - they are not optional extras for “special Christians.” They are orders from our risen Lord and King.

Sent by the King: Following Jesus into a World That Needs the Gospel – Matthew 28:19–20 Introduction – The Call That Still Echoes Church, some final words change everything. A last embrace. A final instruction. A parting commission. The words of a dying parent. The charge of a commanding ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Philippians 2:9-11, Luke 9:23, Revelation 7:9, Romans 6:4, Hebrews 13:5, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Acts 3:19, Romans 10:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Resurrection: A Theology Of Hope Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 23, 2011

In Mark 16:1-7, we see 1) The Grief (Mark 16:1–3) and 2) The Glory (Mark 16:4–7) of God the Father’s Resurrection of God the Son bringing "A Theology of Hope"

There are many different reasons by people come to corporate worship on Easter Sunday. For some, they are dragged by their parents or spouses. Some come to have questions answered, others to just find out what the whole thing is about. There are some that come out of genuine reverence and worship ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-7

Denomination: Other