Sermons on Whitewashed Tombs:

The Choice

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on May 13, 2025

This is a short Sermon I used for a Sunday night and focused on Jesus in the Garden and the choice He made for us

There’s a moment every firefighter knows — when the alarm sounds, and you have to decide whether you’re willing to run toward what everyone else is running away from. I’ll never forget one particular call years ago. We arrived to find a house fully engulfed in flames. On the porch stood a woman, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Embracing A New Dawn SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Your days of sorrow are behind you. Prepare for a significant shift in your life.

Today, I want to talk about experiencing a turning point because I believe someone is on the verge of a significant change for the better. A turning point can occur in an individual's life, a family, an organization, or even a nation. Throughout the Bible, we find stories of people who experienced ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:11

Topics: Change, Hope

Road Trip Talks Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 18, 2014

Road trips in which Jesus shows up are filled with AHA moments and U-turns. If we listen to His hard talk in these moments then will change and transform our life. We need to listen to what He has to say and then let it change our perception and direction of life’s most difficult moments.

Lets Talk Introduction: Over the last few weeks we have been exploring conversations that Jesus had with others. I believe we have learned things about Jesus we never knew before. Could you imagine yourself having a talk with Jesus face to face – one on one? Thesis: Talking with Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tis Better To Give

Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on May 16, 2013

Expounding on 1 Peter 3:15-16, speaking about the urgent need to give the greatest gift of all — the good news of salvation — to the world.

The message that we’ve heard, “A Strange Way to Save the World,” it really, really is. When you think of the manger, when you think of what God did, in John 3:16, that He loved the world so much that He sent His only begotten Son, that He came literally to die on the cross so that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

I Am The Resurrection And The Life Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 1, 2009

It is knowledge about Jesus that gives eternal life; it is Jesus Himself that is life and that is the resurrection for His child.

JOHN 11:17 26 JESUS, THE GREAT I AM: “I AM THE RESURRECTION AND THE LIFE” “When Jesus came, he found that Lazarus had already been in the tomb four days. Bethany was near Jerusalem, about two miles off, and many of the Jews had come to Martha and Mary to console them concerning their brother. So ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-26

Denomination: Baptist

Peter - The Apostle

Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Apr 3, 2010

This is a first person sermon given as Peter the apostle

Peter The Apostle - Set decorated with netting – fishing equipment, rope - Starts off with Peter sitting and mending nets – the sound of surf and sea gulls in the background INTRODUCTION Greetings. Please excuse me as I finish these last few knots. Seems that no matter how many times I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Down Is The New Up - Sermon On Philippians 2:5-11 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 1, 2023

When we humble ourselves, it joins us with Christ in his suffering, and we will also be joined with Christ in his exaltation.

Scripture constantly promises that God will exalt the humble. But what if you don’t desire exaltation? This message will help you see why we must pursue exaltation from God and how we can do so by fulfilling what is lacking in Christ’s suffering. Philippians 2:5 Your attitude should be the same ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

"let God Arise" Is The Easter Celebration Message. (Series Of Teachings) Series

Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Mar 14, 2023

"Let God arise," is a call for God to reveal His power and sovereignty, to act on behalf of His people, and to bring justice to the world. It expresses trust in God's ability to intervene and make a difference in our lives.

"Let God arise" is the Easter celebration message. (Series of teachings) Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel, March 14, 2023 PART ONE: LET GOD ARISE Psalm 44:26 "Rise up, be our help, and redeem us for the sake of Your lovingkindness." INTRODUCTION What does ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 44:26

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Easter Story

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Mar 31, 2021

This sermon is a straight forward Gospel story designed to connect the Easter Story to the larger story of the Bible. It ends with a call to conversion.

OUTLINE 1. INTRODUCTION – (The general ignorance people have about the Easter Story) 2. EASTER’S CONNECTION TO THE LARGER STORY OF THE BIBLE 3. JESUS WAS SENT TO DEAL WITH MAN’S SIN PROBLEM 4. HE DEMONSTRATED HIS AUTHORITY WITH SIGNS AND MIRACLES 5. HIS WORDS WERE RESISTED BY MAN 6. RESULTED ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-20

Denomination: Christian Church

The Death Of Deliverance-2(2025)

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 15, 2025

2 of 2. Mark related/described the chain of events surrounding Jesus’ death on the Cross. Certain events transpired in bringing about the death of Deliverance. BUT: ?What causes Deliverance to die? ?How does Deliverance die? 10 delusions ensuring the death of Deliverance.

The DEATH Of DELIVERANCE-II—Mark 15:26-47(15:1-47) This ‘bare-bones’ sermon was delivered @ Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting by 1)focusing on the historical aspects presented thru reading the verses themselves, 2)presenting the bare divisions, & 3)commenting from memory in the moment. Need: To ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:26-47, Mark 15:1-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Desert Shall Blossom

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 19, 2025

Christ has conquered death, making this world new for all who believe in Him as the Risen lord of Glory.

“The wilderness and the dry land shall be glad; the desert shall rejoice and blossom like the crocus; it shall blossom abundantly and rejoice with joy and singing. The glory of Lebanon shall be given to it, the majesty of Carmel and Sharon. They shall see the glory of the LORD, the majesty ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Arrest Of Jesus - Mark 14:41-52 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on May 12, 2024

What's with the strange story about the young man fleeing naked at Jesus' arrest? Mark leaves out so many big aspects of that event, but he includes this. Is it a meaningless, throwaway story? Or is it Mark at his best, crafting a profound message in a vivid picture?

Jesus leads the 12 into battle even though he knows they will fail. When the hour comes, you’ll have to face the battle, ready or not. Jesus fights this battle on four fronts. Front #1: Judas (Jesus fights dis-couragement by calling out to Abba, Father). Front #2: the rogue disciple who jeopardizes ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:41-52, Matthew 26:45-56, Luke 22:46-53, John 18:2-12

Grace In The Graveyard

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 24, 2002

Easter Sermon on the hope of the resurrection

GRACE IN THE GRAVEYARD Luke 24:1-6 Life is full of surprises. From meaningless good fortune of winning free food with your whopper, to grandiose life-changing circumstances like winning the Publisher’s Clearing House. As Solomon in his wisdom observed, “that the race is not to the swift, nor the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God

Tell Me The Story Of Jesus

Contributed by Chris Mason on Apr 19, 2003

The story of Jesus is so wonderful to me, that it just can’t be spoken with words, it must be sung!

INTRODUCTION TELL ME THE STORY OF JESUS: Tell me the story of Jesus, write on my heart every word, tell me the story most precious, Sweeter than ever was heard! Points: I. JESUS PAID IT ALL Matthew 27:27-50 I hear the Savior say, “Thy strength indeed is small, Child of weakness watch and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:27-50, John 14:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Arose From The Dead Series

Contributed by Robert Galasso on Mar 16, 2002

The stone was not rolled away so that Jesus could get out, it was so that others could get inside and see that he was not there!

Introduction: As Vice President, George Bush represented the U.S. at the funeral of former leader Leonid Brezhnev, Bush was deeply moved by a silent protest carried out by Brezhnev’s widow. She stood motionless by the coffin until seconds before it was closed. Then, just as the soldiers touched ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational