Sermons on Whitewashed Tombs:

The End Is Near Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 26, 2021

Trust Christ with your life and wait for His coming, watch for His coming, and work until He comes out of a genuine, living faith in Him.

Several years ago, a businessman had to drive to Fort Wayne, Indiana, for work. He rented a big, brand-new, Chrysler 300 and enjoyed the ride so much that he blew past the first tollbooth. He had an I-PASS in his own car, so he didn’t think anything about it. Then he realized that the rental car ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-51, John 14:2-3, 1 Peter 1:18-19, 2 Timothy 4:2, 1 Peter 4:7, 1 Timothy 3:15, Ephesians 2:19, 1 Thessalonians 5:9, Exodus 22:2-3, 1 Thessalonians 1:10, 1 Thessalonians 5:2-3, Revelation 20:4, Revelation 19:14, 1 Thessalonians 3:13, Zechariah 14:6, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Ephesians 4:16, Matthew 23:27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Praise Of Laughter Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 19, 2021

The Bible links laughter to joy and to feasting, and these are both vast subjects in the Bible, making laughter a major aspect of the godly life.

Have you ever praised God for the enjoyment of laughter? Some of the greatest of God's people have. When Theodore Cuyler, the American preacher, visited the great London preacher, Charles Spurgeon, they told each other the crazy things that happened in their respective ministries. They ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:1-6

The Way, The Truth And The Life Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jun 29, 2020

In this message we will unpack the 3 titles that Jesus gives to Himself in John 14:6

The Way, The Truth and The Life Since April 26th we have unpacked some powerful… know Jesus better truths, that are intended to both anchor and shape our lives… MGCC - Jesus is… • The Word become flesh • Mighty God, Immanuel • The Good Shepherd • The Prince of peace • The Lamb of God • The Head ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Removing Specks And Casting Pearls Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Dec 11, 2024

A message where we unpack Matthew 7:3-6

Removing Specks and Casting Pearls Matthew 7:3-6 OKAY – let’s do this... MGCC – this morning we are wrapping up our study of Matthew 7:1-6... Six verses that kind of sit right in the middle of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus’ Kingdom Manifesto about how things are done and how lives are to be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:3-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Glorious Servant Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 17, 2024

Jesus came to speak—listen to Him. Jesus came to suffer—trust Him. Jesus came to save—tell the world. And Jesus came to rule--bow before Him for that’s what true success is all about.

Several years ago, the Tokyo Times carried a report about a 19-year-old man who was desperate to get to Tokyo’s Haneda Airport. So he hopped a bus and demanded that the driver take him there. He was hijacking the bus, but few of the passengers were concerned. For one thing, the hijacker wasn’t ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:1-7, Matthew 4:17, Matthew 23:15-33, John 6:66-68, Hebrews 4:12, Acts 3:13-18, 1 Peter 2:23, Acts 3:19-21, Romans 11:15, Acts 13:46-47, Philippians 2:5-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

They Came

Contributed by Bramwell Hayes on Mar 27, 2005

An exploration of the thoughts and emotions of the women as they visited the empty tomb and their relevance for us

They came because somebody had to. They came because it was expected. They came because the men were too scared to come out of hiding. They came because it was the women’s job anyway. They came because it was only right and proper. They came because they were in mourning. They came because all that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Master Bedroom: A Place For Love Series

Contributed by Stewart Holloway on Nov 14, 2006

How do we stay in love from the honeymoon until the tomb?

For mine and Rebecca’s wedding anniversary this year, my parents gave us a card that read: An Anniversary Look at Dating vs. Marriage When you were dating . . . Now that you’re married . . . You always looked your best. You wear whatever is clean. Your manners were impeccable. You burp at the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Baptist

Sunrise Service For Easter

Contributed by Larry East on Apr 15, 2006

This is an Easter sunrise service to celebrate and remember the resurrection of Jesus from the tomb.

Sunrise Service Northside Christian Church April 16, 2006 John 20:1-9 (NIV) 1 Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and saw that the stone had been removed from the entrance. 2 So she came running to Simon Peter and the other disciple, the ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Is Alive! True Of False Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 9, 2004

There are a lot of crazy "theories" as to why the tomb is empty. This is a simple look at them

INTRODUCTION • What a wonderful day! Today we celebrate the fact that Jesus is alive! • Over the last three weeks we have looked at the fact that Jesus is the Son of God, that He is the only way to God; and that He died for you. • If we let the story end right there, we would then fit in with ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Believe It, But I Don’t Get It Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Dec 5, 2011

How did Peter and John differ in their reactions to seeing the empty tomb?

John 20:1-9 – I Believe it, but I Don’t Get it This morning we are starting a post-Resurrection series, that is, telling stories about what happened after that first Easter. We certainly believe that Jesus was raised from the dead on that spring Sunday many years ago, but what happened ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

What A Risen Savior Can Do For You Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Apr 8, 2014

A brief examination of Mary's reaction to the empty tomb and the sight of her Savior.

Resurrection Series: “Redeemed” What A Risen Savior Can Do For You John 20: 11-18 (Sunrise Service 2014) In recent weeks we have examined in great detail the horrific events of the Cross. Jesus faced the pain and torture and when all things were accomplished “He cried, It is ...read more

Scripture: John 20:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

"Gifts From The Grave"

Contributed by Paul Norwood on Apr 21, 2014

Five gifts given to God's children because of the resurrection or the empty tomb.

“Gifts from the Grave” Text: Luke 24:1-8 I. Welcome II. Introduction When we lived in Hawaii, one of the great blessings was seeing these three cemeteries: Punchbowl; the Valley of the Temples; and the Arizona Memorial. We didn’t know anyone buried in these three locations but we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus' Final Hours

Contributed by David Nolte on Mar 20, 2016

Considers 4 major events from upper room to empty tomb

“Jesus’ Final Hours” Mark 14:17 - 16:7 David P. Nolte The last hours of Jesus’ earth life were fading fast away. His appointment with death was imminent. Before His work would be totally complete and successful there were significant events that had to take place. ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Power Over Death Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Feb 6, 2024

In confronting and conquering the tomb of Lazarus, Jesus demonstrated that our hope is not in vain.

Jesus gave us hope when He conquered death. In confronting and conquering the tomb of Lazarus, He demonstrated that our hope is not in vain. The believer will be raised from the dead, resurrected by the great shout of the Lord’s power. Tonight, we are going to see Jesus confront death and we ...read more

Scripture: John 11:38-46

Denomination: Baptist

Encouragement

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jun 6, 2025

Your teenage son doesn’t complain about coming to church. He is not rebellious.

Encouragement “Simon, Simon, Satan has asked to sift you as wheat. But, I have prayed for you, Simon, that your faith may not fail. And when you have turned back, strengthen your brothers.” Luke 22:31 Intro: Your teenage son doesn’t complain about coming to church. He is not rebellious. You ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational