Sermons on Untimely Death:

Homily At My Step-Father's Funeral

Contributed by R. Joseph Owles on Jun 23, 2011

The homily I preached at my step-father's funeral.

R. Joseph Owles Layton’s Funeral Home June 2004 An aged and bitter Mark Twain wrote shortly before his death: A myriad of men are born; they labor and sweat and struggle;……they squabble and scold and fight; they scramble for little mean advantages over each other; age creeps ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 15:1-58

Denomination: Catholic

Silver Bullet 3

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 27, 2011

Exposition of Numbers 21 regarding a warning for us, we are reminded of two paths.

Text: Numbers 21:4-9, Title: Silver Bullet #3, Date/Place: NRBC, 6/26/11, AM A. Opening illustration: let’s use alcohol or gambling as an example of something where there is no explicit prohibition, but it is nevertheless a bad idea; slavery too B. Background to passage: remember back in ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

Cain & Abel Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 18, 2012

Genesis 4:1-16 gives a picture of faith and how it is only by genuine faith through an approved sacrifice, that we can approach God. The rejection of this means rejection by God Himself.

Canada made international news recently for the Shafia murder trial. What should have been a refuge for the healthy development of family, became an environment for intimidation that eventually lead to murder. A misplaced understanding of honor, resulted in the murder of siblings. Tooba Mohammad ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-16, Genesis 4:3-8

Denomination: Other

We Must All Appear Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Mar 5, 2012

You would think that the most certain appearance of our lives would be the one we would prepare for the most but the truth is that many are not prepared.

Life is filled with certain events that we want to make sure we don’t miss: jury duty, court appearance for a speeding ticket, April 15th. There will be tremendous consequences if we choose to ignore important appearances. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:10-14

Make The Right Call Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Mar 19, 2012

We all make judgment calls in life. But there is one that is far more important than all the rest.

“The Road to a Better Life: Make the Right Call!” Hebrews 9:11-28 There was once a program on TV in which the main character always received a newspaper one day in advance. That meant that what he read had actually not yet happened - he was reading the future. This put tremendous ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

In Memory Of Samual Grossman

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Oct 21, 2011

Funeral service

In Memory of Samual Duane Grossman October 11, 2011 What a blessing to be a part of this family. I was blessed with two wonderful sisters, five strong, manly brothers, a dad who instilled discipline and the work ethic and a godly mother who made it all work. I am proud to be a part of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Holiness

My Help Is In The Lord

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 4, 2011

some simple thoughts to share at a graveside service of a loved one

MY HELP IS IN THE LORD (PSALM 121:1-8) I. HOW SMALL the psalmist felt in the sight of God II. HOW SAFE the psalmist felt in the hands of God III. HOW SURE the psalmist felt of the help of God funeral service ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From The Graveyard

Contributed by Tim Hinrichs on Nov 8, 2011

Lessons to learn as we think about death and the rest of our lives - am I ready and are those around me ready? What will I do with the rest of my days?

Tuesday was All Saints Day and therefore this Sunday is All Saints Sunday. I don’t know if you realized it. I remember how it was in Poland – a national holiday – one of the big ones. Mostly people spend the day with relatives, walk in the cemetery, clean the graves of family ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-30

Denomination: Lutheran

Tiempo De Decir Adiós Series

Contributed by Wilbur Madera Rivas on May 29, 2010

Un corazón apasionado por Dios te prepara para decir adiós.

Intro. Hemos estado hablando acerca de las dinámicas bíblicas de la relación entre él y ella. Y aunque sabemos que no todos somos casados, o hemos estado casados o nos casaremos alguna vez, creemos que es muy importante que todos tengamos un entendimiento bíblico de cómo debemos relacionarnos ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Letter Kills But The Spirit Gives Life!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jun 17, 2010

In this outline we point out what we received through our Lord Jesus Christ. How that when the LAW was given, on that day 3000 men died. However, when the Holy Spirit came 3000 men were born again. John 1:17 (KJV) For the law was given by Moses, but grac

The Letter kills but the Spirit gives Life! In this outline we point out what we received through our Lord Jesus Christ. How that when the LAW was given, on that day 3000 men died. However, when the Holy Spirit came 3000 men were born again. John 1:17 (KJV) For the law was given by Moses, but ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-17

30 Days To Live

Contributed by Kyle Gray on May 20, 2009

What does the Bible say about Hell?

DeathClock.com tells me I have until June 7, 2048. Type in deathcounter on google and watch it go…it has real time deaths ticking away…(start snapping fingers) The unnerving reality of watching this counter go is that at some unknown point, your life …my life…will ultimately collide with it. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Funeral Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on May 25, 2009

The invitation from Jesus is open to all who will recieve it.

As the family and friends of xxxx xxxxx, we are gathered today in the presence of God both to remember him and to find comfort from the word of God during this time of mourning. The psalmist wrote, “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit” and then the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Day Of The Resurrection Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 16, 2009

Our faith is tested by our reaction to the resurrection.

The day of the resurrection John 20:19-31 Over the years there have been claims that certain famous people have faked their deaths. I say famous because nobody really cares about the rest of us. In the years since he died, hundreds of fans have reported seeing Elvis ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Five Minutes After We Die

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Feb 18, 2010

This sermon is a Biblical picture of life after death. For the Saved-Heaven...For the unsaved-Hell

Five Minutes after we DIE! Luke 16:19-31 Illust. The Church of England issued a theological report on Hell in the opening months of 1996. While not suggesting that everyone would eventually wind up in heaven, the Anglican ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rain Gear - Check

Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Feb 27, 2010

This is the funeral sermon for my associate, Clyde Elliott. It was an incredible day, with two congregations and a couple hundred extra people. The sermon hymn was Undescribable!

Concordia Lutheran Church – Cerritos and St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Garden Grove February 27, 2010 “Rain Gear, CHECK!” 1 Peter 1:3-9, Isaiah 43:1-3, Isaiah 48:16a † IN JESUS NAME † In the midst of these storms of life, may the grace, the mercy and the peace of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Lutheran