Even though it may come after a long season of illness, even though there may be a sense of its closeness, death always catches us off guard, always comes as a surprise. Hope in death and dyingin Christ: evangelisticfuneral sermon for preachers. Introduction. He is a richly generous master, but you must come to Him for forgiveness. I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end. For I was hungry, and you gave me nothing to eat, I was thirsty, and you gave me nothing to drink, I was a stranger, you did not invite me, and I needed clothes, you did not clothe me, I was sick and in prison and you did not look after me." You don't tell anybody, you weep for somebody that's lost, God sees it, He knows, and He will reward you. How did you like that one? There are certain verses in Scripture that become the strength of Christians. Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy . Such a man's praise does not come from men, but from God. 122 views, 1 likes, 1 loves, 0 comments, 5 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from Christ Lutheran Church: Violet Hahn Funeral If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven." A JOYFUL FUNERAL SERMON by Dr. R. L. Hymers, Jr. "Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. MAT. 1. He came to find us, to forgive us, and to free us from the power of sin. The Parable of the Talents 22 The servant who had received the two talents also came and said, 'Master, you entrusted me with two talents. "Serve the LORD with gladness!" Having trouble logging into your account? Please click here to learn how you can make a monthly donation to help us in this great work of preaching the Gospel to the whole world. Words like, "Well done, thou good and faithful servant." (Matthew 25:21) Or Revelation 2:10, "Be faithful, even to the point of death, and I will give you the crown of life." As Jesus said in Matthew 12:33, "Make a tree good and its fruit will be good or make a tree bad and its fruit will be bad, for a tree is known by its fruit." He says in Hebrews 11:6 that we must believe in rewards. Tonight, one of my churches holds an 'All Souls Service', where we invite all the families for whom we have conducted funerals over the past year. 21. The apostle Paul says in 1 Corinthians 4:5, Judge nothing before the appointed time. Isn't it beautiful? A key lesson of these parables is that God expects us to gain a measurable increase in our lives. Isn't that incredible? He might say, "Do you realize what this individual did, this Martyr, this missionary, this evangelist, this Pastor, this servant? According to Paul in Romans 2, "This and this alone is the only way to live your whole life. Revelation 20,"I saw the dead, great and small, standing before the throne, and books were opened. Everybody in the room is focused on death, so utilize this as a time to connect people with the truth that this life is short, and the Gospel is the only hope of eternity with Jesus. When Jesus Comes to Reign (by Dr. John R. Rice, 1895-1980). Dr. Howard-John Wesley, Pastor of Alfred Street Baptist Church, provides a homily entitled, "Well Done" at the Memorial Service of Rev. 22 . On no day will its gates ever be shut, for there will be no night there. He identifies them based on their works. You have servants who are owned by the master and are accountable to him. Jesus will save you for all time and all eternity if you turn from your sin and trust Him. I mean, that's incredible to me, it's just amazing. Read full chapter. Today we're going to focus in on verse 21, verse 23, this statement you've heard already a number of times this morning, "Well done, good and faithful servant." This sermon is useful when speaking at a memorial service for an unexpected passing. missionaries throughout the world, especially the Third World, where there are few if any First, I just want to lay the groundwork, doctrinally, so we understand biblically how to think about rewards. Funerals: For the Care of Souls (Lexham Ministry Guides) Regular price: $12.99 Preaching Hope in Darkness: Help for Pastors in Addressing Suicide from the Pulpit Regular price: $16.99 The Hardest Sermons You'll Ever Have to Preach: Help from Trusted Preachers for Tragic Times Regular price: $15.99 Create an account The first answer is that God raised his own Son from the dead. Funeral Sermons May Be the Greatest Opportunity to Influence I personally believe that people in attendance at a funeral tend to remember more of what is shared because they are listening more intently. So, we might immediately try to distance ourselves from that drive to be praised, that drive for glory. But just in case it might not be, let's elaborate a bit. He's going on a journey, the master is going to be away for a key period of time, so the servants are going to be able to function without him visibly right there. When Jesus comes to reign. Even if there were a system whereby, we could pay for our good works through our sins, through our good works, you would empty out your pockets on Judgment Day and find you didn't have a single one. by Timothy George 2 . 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I'd like 100 cups of cold-water rewards. There's going to be no depression, no discouragement, just happiness. But genuine saving faith always results in good works. It is natural for us to think about what happens to a Christian like Eloise after they die. God is actually intending to reward you for good works. Flowers at the graveside might make you feel better, but your spouse could only have enjoyed them in life. Keep your . Thus we are told that Christ will descend from Heaven into the atmosphere above the earth. Seven Resolutions for Finishing Well A Funeral Meditation Mar 11, 2016 Scripture: Psalm 71 John Piper Message Three Sightings of the Glory of Jesus Funeral Meditation for Char Ransom Jan 29, 2016 John Piper Sermon Death Is Not the End of Life Aug 10, 2014 Scripture: John 8:48-59 John Piper Conference Message Aren't you glad? But in the middle of it all is you get a sense of God's joy in what He's made. III. II. We are all given a certain amount of talents. There's also going to be responsibilities in the new Heaven, the new Earth, there's going to be jobs up there. A sermon of encouragement LET US NOT BE WEARY IN WELL DOING 1 Corinthians 15:58 - Therefore, my brothers and sister, be steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord. If Jesus weeps at the loss of a friend, we should, too. She loved playing the organ for her Lord. You can write to Dr. Hymers in any language, but write in English He that overcometh, and keepeth my works unto the end, to him will I give power over the nations (Revelation 2:26). This statement is a staggering one. Amen. Psalm 116:15. What is heaven going to be like when your Father embraces you and says, I'm pleased with what you did there. I think it would behoove you to have as many moments as possible like that with Him stored up. Again, works identified. Here are some things to know: A funeral service is a short service. Napoleon said these motivate men more than just about anything he knew. The horse, what I made. Our works will identify us, dear friends, not save us. No, he didn't reach millions but he was faithful right where he was. Usually, it's 30 minutes long. Actually, amazingly, the Scripture says, not only is it not wrong, but we must also yearn for it. Every once in a while you meet someone you'll never forget. I want to learn from God how to do general happiness for the rest of my life, I want to have eternal pleasures at His right hand. It is the consummation of the very thing that we should have been seeking all along. We want to be immortal, that is, we want to live forever. Rev. She was a real Christian for many years. Isn't it beautiful? He is blameless and upright, a man who fears God, he lives a righteous life. He's celebrating Job, a human being. Garden of Eden restored that day! IV. You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. From talking to you and in the short time that I have known her, I believe she invested those talents very faithfully in her service for the Lord. Our righteous judge is going to look at the fruit of our lives, and He'll know whether we believed in Jesus or not. Dr. Hymers e-mail is at rlhymersjr@sbcglobal.net (click here). Randy Alcorn's bookHeavenargues for hundreds of pages against the concept that we're going to be floating on some cloud strumming a harp. First, the true Christians spirit goes immediately into the presence of Christ when they die, Luke 23:43; Romans 8:34, II Corinthians 12:2, 4. We have said many good things about our friend today, and to the best of my knowledge they are all true. I think the idea for this book was born that day. The Bible goes way beyond this though, on the issue of good works, not just identifying whether you're going to heaven or hell. Sitting in on a service where I knew no one except the minister is how I came away with one . Isn't it fantastic? He's going to walk with you and he's going to teach you how to feel joy, and not only that, but he's going to teach you joy in his other children. A funeral service is an event unlike any other. Check out these helpful resources Biblical Commentary Sermons Children's Sermons Hymn Lists. It's actually sinful not to yearn for it and long for it. To start saving items to a SermonFolder, please create an account. We're going to be judged by our works, assessed by them. Take that one talent away from him and give it to the one who has the five talents. Because this is the number one competing religion in the world. You too could have this wonderful hope for the future. She invested her talents in her love for ***. But we also know from the world around us / the struggles and the conflicts / the pre-determined attitudes and fixed mind-sets / which do not uphold those We are not justified by works. And he said unto me, Write: for these words are true and faithful. Notice the master's assessment, it was just a little. Note: Ephesians 2:8-10: Works do not save us, but we are created in Christ to do them. It's a moment in time where the significance of a person's life crystallizes. I think it is. The only comfort some funeral sermons bring is when they are over! What Jesus did was great, it was infinite. A man is not a Jew if he is only one outwardly. I pray my interpretations and shadings are accurate and help find some "comfort in life and death" for the community here and, with God's grace, for some others dealing with great pain while hoping in the Lord. permission. Her body will go into the grave in a few days, awaiting the rapture.. Or will we hear the other words? In this time of grief, you must honor the deceased, comfort their family and friends, help people mourn, and ultimately share the good news of the hope we have in Jesus Christ for eternal life after death. 3 His sword was in his hand, Still warm with recent fight, Ready that moment, at command, The purpose of this website is to provide free sermon manuscripts and sermon videos to pastors and missionaries throughout the world, especially the Third World, where there are few if any theological seminaries or Bible schools. . Put oil on your head and wash your face. the funeral sermon? Our works, good works apart from faith in Christ are actually corrupt because they're not done for the glory of God, but rather for the glory of man. What's amazing is that praise from God is going to last forever. Intro: The passage opens with Jesus leaving the Gentile cities of Tyre and Sidon headed back to Galilee. Adeney We cannot but be struck with the cheerful tone of these generous words. A Funeral SERMON: MAT. Like Paul, in his vision, Eloise was caught up to the third heavenup into paradise (II Corinthians 12:2, 4). And he said unto me, It is done. Including words or songs from others in your funeral sermon can be "meaning-making.". You have a sense, though it doesn't ascribe that statement to God, that God is saying it. In our witness to the watching world. We may not wait . If you are not yet converted I'm telling you to repent by turning away from your sins. In 1 Corinthians 4:5, what we get is praise from God. Thus, by their fruit, you will recognize them." Worked a large farm on her own in Kentucky. Emotions ride high, and one must be careful and compassionate when delivering the message. 22 He also that had received two talents came and said, Lord, thou deliveredst unto me two talents: behold, I have gained two other talents beside them. God will reward us for what we do. Now by way of review, you've known the reading of the parable of the talents is rich and full. Note: The reward for both the one with 5 and the one with 2 is the same! 3. Dr. John O. Pete. What three rewards can you find in here. I dont know if I can say "I did everything God wanted me to do today". The other day as I was thinking about what to preach for Elaine's funeral sermon, I was scanning my mental files for possible biblical texts to work with. What is it then you're storing up in heaven? Edward Smith, we can not help but consider the song that the choir just sung. IT is remarkable that David should say, in the sixteenth Psalm, "Thou wilt not leave my soul in hell; neither wilt thou suffer thine Holy One to see corruption," and yet that Paul should say concerning him, when preaching at Antioch, that he "saw corruption . (When Jesus Comes to Reign by Dr. John R. Rice, 1895-1980). 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14, 2 Timothy 4:7-8, Ephesians 2:8-10, Matthew 25:14-30, Revelation 21:4, 52-week preaching calendar to help you plan your sermons, Customizable sermon manuscripts for verse-by-verse preaching, Preach with creativity and impact throughout the year, [NEW YEAR] 4-Week Series to kick off 2023, [PRODUCTIVITY] Fulfill your full potential, [FOUNDATIONS] Getting back to what matters most. I have no doubt that Brother Moore has already heard those words that await every faithful follower of Christ: "Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.". Garden of Eden restored that day! For we must all [who are true Christians] appear before the judgment seat of Christ (II Corinthians 5:10). She invested her talents in her community. Some have a limited amount of these things. Now I know that "celebrating" is not the usual term applied to this day. Or what about the hawk or the eagle? He is very zealous that you learn to not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing so that your giving may be in secret and your Father sees what is done in secret and will reward you. I'm not going back through the parable, but you saw what happened. On this keen ridge I'm going to break it into three types based on this one statement. It provides us with a chance to reflect on our own personal relationship with the Lord. Funeral sermon example Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30 Alison Gerber There is a story Jesus told about a man who entrusted his servants with his possessions. Did you know that? I. Do you see where they live way up high, where the Eries are, way up high up in the rocky crag and how it sees its food from afar. What is God doing? Rarely is it longer than an hour. Do people pick grapes from thornbushes, or figs from thistles? The Napoleonic Wars resulted in the deaths of perhaps as many as six million human beings. Think about these words in Revelation 21, the city, the New Jerusalem, does not need the sun or the moon to shine on it, for the glory of God gives it light and the Lamb is its lamp. There's going to be things to do in Heaven, responsibilities. When Jesus comes to reign. What we do is a little, but God uses our little, doesn't he? I thank you, God, that I'm not like other men, robbers, evildoers, adulterers, or even like this tax collector over here. He speaks of wrestling, boxing, running, winning the race, winning the prize, and winning crowns. This is the objective ground of our faith in the coming day of resurrection. 'well Done, Good and Faithful Servant', a Sermon, Preached After the Funeral of J.W. 33. yet look below! . The new heaven, the new earth will be bustling, it will be a busy, productive, fascinating place in which there's growth and increase and development and authority structures and responsibility. Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord (I Corinthians 15:58). All sickness gone, all sore. The purpose of this website is to provide free sermon manuscripts and sermon videos to pastors and I go to prepare a place for you. Good job". IT is the happiness of our religion, that all mankind, poor and rich, are equally able to please God. Can we all say that? God says, "I'm going to teach you joy that you havent known before. I never had the privilege of meeting this loved one, but I do know several of her family that I love very much, and I am . God isnt going to dock you for your not gaining as much as those with more. Sorrow and sighing shall flee away! Are you living for yourself when you get money? Would you want to spend eternity with a grumpy God? As a matter of fact, Jesus criticizes His Jewish enemies, his adversaries, for not seeking praise from God, but rather praise from one another. We also want glory and honor. Enter into the joy of your master!' 24 Finally, the servant who had . However, though we may not be justified by good works, the Bible teaches, and this is hard for Christian to understand, but the Bible teaches it, we will be assessed by our works. The unbelieving will never hear those words, for "without faith it is impossible to please God" ( Hebrews 11:6 ).