Sermons on Third Sunday Of Easter:

Easter: A Place For Honest Skeptics

Contributed by Marty Boller on Apr 11, 2006

Easter: Jesus is Risen. Yet can those who suffer from honest skepticism still find room in God’s House?

A pastor is giving a children’s sermon on Easter Sunday morning. “Can anyone tell me what happened on Easter?” Silence. The pastor, persisting, asked again politely, “Now I know that someone here knows what happened on Easter a long, long time ago.” Again….total silence. “Finally, visibly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Easter: The Reason For Our Hope Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Apr 24, 2019

Easter is the reason for our hope

April 21, 2019 – Easter Sunday Hope Lutheran Church Pastor Mary Erickson Luke 24:1-12 Easter: The Reason for Our Hope It’s always a joy to gather on Easter. We come together to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord! Easter is a homecoming. Many people have come back to Eau Claire to be with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

The Three Tombs

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Mar 22, 2005

As we gather to celebrate Easter Sunday, a day when the Christian faith recognizes the resurrection of Jesus Christ - let’s look at three tombs that Jesus visited in His ministry time on earth each one reveals truth about the person of Jesus.

THE THREE TOMBS 1 Cor 15:55 O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory? - Grave/Tomb = the place (state) of departed souls As we gather to celebrate Easter Sunday – a day when the Christian faith recognizes the resurrection of Jesus Christ - let us share from the scripture about ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The House Of Bread Is Open”

Contributed by Sean Dees on Feb 7, 2020

There are two Sundays in a year that churches everywhere see an increase in attendance. Today being one of those days, the Sunday before Christmas and the other Easter Sunday.

There are two Sundays in a year that churches everywhere see an increase in attendance. Today being one of those days, the Sunday before Christmas and the other Easter Sunday. It is funny how people will only come to church on these days, for Christmas they come to hear a message on the birth of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 9:6, Micah 5:2

The Need Of Repentance And Forgiveness

Contributed by Christopher Martin on Mar 22, 2013

A Sermon for the Third Sunday in Lent, Series C preached 3/3/2013 at Emmons Lutheran Church, Emmons, Minnesota. This was my first Sunday as Pastor at Emmons Lutheran Church.

It’s not uncommon for natural disasters such as earthquakes, tornadoes, hurricanes, and other such forces of nature to make news headlines. Ranking right up there are stories of tragedy, such as building and bridge collapses, car accidents, aircraft crashes, and other such unfortunate ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Cloth - An Easter Day Message

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Apr 20, 2017

Through Holy Week, there are several mentions of cloth in the storyline. These can help us remembering the story and relate it to ourselves.

Easter Day - CLOTH John 20:1-19 I was reflecting a few weeks back on what we could think about over Easter. Was there a link in the Easter storyline that we could look at to help us reflect and focus on the events. I found one! You’ll be pleased to know it’s not chocolate or bunnies. To focus ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-19

Easter - Lord, Remember Me!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Apr 26, 2011

The pain & agony they felt was reaching its peak. And the thieves begin to speak again to Jesus. As they do, listen to their requests, & then listen to the answer that Jesus gives.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2018) TEXT: Luke 23:8-43; Matthew 27:27-44 A. Two weeks ago, Palm Sunday, Christians all over the world were remembering Jesus' "Triumphal Entry", a parade in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:8-43, Matthew 27:27-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Take An Easter Walk With Jesus

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 24, 2023

What are some world-famous walks or hikes? The first one that probably comes to mind is the one that is in our neighborhood: a hike into the Grand Canyon.

What are some world-famous walks or hikes? The first one that probably comes to mind is the one that is in our neighborhood: a hike into the Grand Canyon. Another famous walk is the Inca Trail in Peru to the ruins of Machu Picchu. Still another walk on many people’s bucket list is the trek to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Lutheran

A Psalm Sunday Journey

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Jun 24, 2015

We all need to take our own Palm Sunday Journey; not to a physical Cross, but to purposely go to Calvary on the inside, and die to self-rule, so that we can live in the Lord's power and HIs direction.

A Palm Sunday JOURNEY Palm Sunday 2015 Eric J. Hanson INTRODUCTION (Read John 12:1-19) The reason Jesus came into Jerusalem on that Sunday long ago was not to get a thrill. He did not come into the capital city in order to set up an Earthly kingdom while his popularity was peaking and he had ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Celebrate Sunday

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 30, 2025

Attendance helps demonstrate our obedience to Christ.

A. THE ORIGINAL INTENT OF THE LORD’S DAY 1. A special day from the beginning. “On the seventh day, having finished the task, God rested from all His work. And God blessed the seventh day and declared it holy” (Gen. 2:2-3, NLT). a. God’s example for treating it differently. b. Do holy things on ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

What To Do On Sunday

Contributed by David Zachrich on May 22, 2024

When the Children of Israel had completed the long, arduous journey from Egypt into the Promised Land, Moses gathered them together to review the principles of faith and life that God had given, including taking time to rest and worship.

Friends in Christ, When the Children of Israel had completed the long, arduous journey from Egypt into the Promised Land, Moses gathered them together to review the principles of faith and life that God had given him when he went up Mount Sinai to receive the Law. Moses concluded his presentation ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:12-15, Mark 2:27

Denomination: Lutheran

How To Celebrate Sunday

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 7, 2025

Original purpose was rest and/or interruption from work.

A. THE ORIGINAL INTENT OF THE LORD’S DAY 1. A special day from the beginning. “On the seventh day, having finished the task, God rested from all His work. And God blessed the seventh day and declared it holy” (Gen. 2:2-3, NLT). a. God’s example for treating it differently. b. Do holy things on ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

How To Celebrate Sunday

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 14, 2025

The Original Intent of the Lord's Day

A. THE ORIGINAL INTENT OF THE LORD’S DAY 1. A special day from the beginning. “On the seventh day, having finished the task, God rested from all His work. And God blessed the seventh day and declared it holy” (Gen. 2:2-3, NLT). a. God’s example for treating it differently. b. Do holy things on ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:2-3, Exodus 20:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Seeing And Believing - An Easter Sermon

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Apr 11, 2020

A message about the experience of Mary, John and Peter on the morning of the resurrection

Easter Sunday Online Sermon April 12, 2020 - Seeing and Believing It is Resurrection Sunday. It is a day that we Remember Jesus’ triumph over death Renew our commitment to the One in Whom we believe Proclaim that light is greater than darkness That God is stronger than Satan That we are ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Transfiguration Sunday 2018

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 20, 2018

Many Christians in our churches follow Jesus but still have doubts. Their faith has not become crystal clear for them. There are things about Jesus that are cloudy for them like looking through a dark glass. Maybe you are one of them?

Transfiguration Sunday Seeing is Believing Mark 9:2-9 2Corinthians 4:3-6 1 Corinthians 13:12 12 For now we see through a glass, darkly; but then face to face: now I know in part; but then shall I know even as also I am known. KJV This passage from St. Paul tells us that we do not have clear ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-9, 2 Corinthians 4:3-6, Mark 8:22-26, Mark 8:27-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed