Sermons on John 11

39 sermons preach from John 1138 from real church libraries, transcribed and indexed to the verse, and 1 from the classic library.

I want to look at John 11, where Lazarus is in a tomb, dead; Jesus says 'move the stone' and acts to free him.
John 11:1-44 · as preached in “The Breakdown: "Public Service Announcement"” at Friendship-West Baptist Church

John 11:1-44

11 sermons

Reference to the death and raising of Lazarus — 'even when Lazarus died... they have already buried... And he was not late.'

Sunday Worship Service

A Sunday worship service focused on God's faithfulness and timely interventions, the importance of prayer, guidance and thanksgiving, with teaching from the Psalms about faith, holiness and confident supplication. Practical calls include repentance, persistent prayer and meditation, wholehearted worship, generosity, and readiness to follow God's guidance.

The story of Martha, Mary, and Lazarus — 'Jesus, the one whom you love, is sick' and 'This sickness is not unto death but for the glory of God'; Jesus delays and Lazarus dies.

Wednesday Bible Study

A Bible study on Mark 5 (Jairus' daughter) emphasizing Jesus' resurrecting power: humility and desperate pleas, Jesus' command to 'don't be afraid — just believe,' the role of interruptions in God's timing, and the restoration that follows resurrection. Practical application: trust God in 'dead' situations (marriage, finances, health), resist fear, cultivate a small faithful circle, and respond to the gospel invitation.

If God resurrected Lazarus (reference to the raising of Lazarus).

Wednesday Bible Study

A Bible study on Mark 5 (Jairus and the girl) teaching God's resurrecting power: Jesus responds to desperate faith, calls for belief over fear, allows delays that build faith, and not only raises the dead but restores life. Practical applications encourage trusting God in 'dead' areas, resisting doubt and discouragers, and expecting restoration.

I want to look at John 11, where Lazarus is in a tomb, dead; Jesus says 'move the stone' and acts to free him.

The Breakdown: "Public Service Announcement"

A Bible study unpacking the Galatians message of liberation: freedom as an internal, communal reality rooted in Christ, contrasted with internalized oppression and dangerous misuses of scripture (e.g., Christian nationalism). Practical steps for emancipation—personal and collective—are emphasized alongside pastoral invitations to join and serve the church community.

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John 11:1-6

1 sermon

Reference to Lazarus being sick on his deathbed and Jesus waiting two more days before going to him.

RLA Sunday Service - 7/19/2026 - Jose Rivera

Jose Rivera preaches from Mark 1–2 on removing religious lenses that distort how we see God, urging the church to embrace Jesus’ grace, preach the Word boldly, and practice faith that brings healing and forgiveness. Using the paralytic and other Gospel stories, he contrasts Jesus’ authority and mercy with the obstructive spirit of religious tradition and calls the congregation to authentic faith, community support, and mission-minded action.

John 11:1-4,6,11-15

1 sermon

The story of Lazarus: verses 1-4 about his sickness and verse 4 ('this sickness is not unto death') and verses 11-15 about Jesus saying Lazarus sleeps/is dead and that he stayed two days so they might believe.

God's Last Minute Saves

A sermon on how God is sovereignly at work with dramatic, last-minute interventions — ‘last-minute saves’ — illustrated from Scripture and personal testimony, emphasizing persistent prayer, obedience to God’s instructions, and trust in His timing, with the resurrection as the ultimate last-minute save.

John 11:3

1 sermon

"Jesus, the one whom you love, is sick."

Wednesday Bible Study

A Bible study on Mark 5 (Jairus' daughter) emphasizing Jesus' resurrecting power: humility and desperate pleas, Jesus' command to 'don't be afraid — just believe,' the role of interruptions in God's timing, and the restoration that follows resurrection. Practical application: trust God in 'dead' situations (marriage, finances, health), resist fear, cultivate a small faithful circle, and respond to the gospel invitation.

John 11:4

4 sermons

"This sickness is not unto death, but for the glory of God, that the Son of God may be glorified through it."

Wednesday Bible Study

A Bible study on Mark 5 (Jairus' daughter) emphasizing Jesus' resurrecting power: humility and desperate pleas, Jesus' command to 'don't be afraid — just believe,' the role of interruptions in God's timing, and the restoration that follows resurrection. Practical application: trust God in 'dead' situations (marriage, finances, health), resist fear, cultivate a small faithful circle, and respond to the gospel invitation.

"this sickness is not unto death, that the glory of God and the son of God may be glorified through it."

Wednesday Bible Study

A Bible study on Mark 5 (Jairus and the girl) teaching God's resurrecting power: Jesus responds to desperate faith, calls for belief over fear, allows delays that build faith, and not only raises the dead but restores life. Practical applications encourage trusting God in 'dead' areas, resisting doubt and discouragers, and expecting restoration.

"The sickness is not unto death but for the glory of God, that the Son of God may be glorified through it."

God's Last Minute Saves

A sermon on how God is sovereignly at work with dramatic, last-minute interventions — ‘last-minute saves’ — illustrated from Scripture and personal testimony, emphasizing persistent prayer, obedience to God’s instructions, and trust in His timing, with the resurrection as the ultimate last-minute save.

Jesus said Lazarus' sickness 'will not end in death' and 'so that the Son of God will receive glory.'

Resurrection Sunday with Phil Dooley †=♥ | Hillsong Church Online

Phil Dooley's Resurrection Sunday message teaches that believers are 'resurrection people'—called to allow Jesus to roll away the stones covering the dark, dead places in our lives so his light can bring standing up and recovery. Using the story of Lazarus, he draws four practical insights: see God's bigger purpose, expect both hope and controversy, pursue deep relationships, and keep moving forward. The sermon concludes with an invitation to respond, a reading of Psalm 23, and an offer of a New Testament.

John 11:4,6,11

1 sermon

John 11 about Lazarus: verse 4 ('this sickness is not unto death...'), verse 6 (Bethany was two miles away), and verse 11 ('our brother Lazarus is asleep').

Wednesday Bible Study

A Bible study on Mark 5 (Jairus and the girl) teaching God's resurrecting power: Jesus responds to desperate faith, calls for belief over fear, allows delays that build faith, and not only raises the dead but restores life. Practical applications encourage trusting God in 'dead' areas, resisting doubt and discouragers, and expecting restoration.

John 11:4-6

1 sermon

Jesus said Lazarus' sickness was not to end in death but happened for the glory of God; he waited two days before traveling.

Resurrection Sunday with Phil Dooley †=♥ | Hillsong Church Online

Phil Dooley's Resurrection Sunday message teaches that believers are 'resurrection people'—called to allow Jesus to roll away the stones covering the dark, dead places in our lives so his light can bring standing up and recovery. Using the story of Lazarus, he draws four practical insights: see God's bigger purpose, expect both hope and controversy, pursue deep relationships, and keep moving forward. The sermon concludes with an invitation to respond, a reading of Psalm 23, and an offer of a New Testament.

John 11:6

3 sermons

The Bible tells us that Bethany, where Jesus is, is only two miles away.

Wednesday Bible Study

A Bible study on Mark 5 (Jairus and the girl) teaching God's resurrecting power: Jesus responds to desperate faith, calls for belief over fear, allows delays that build faith, and not only raises the dead but restores life. Practical applications encourage trusting God in 'dead' areas, resisting doubt and discouragers, and expecting restoration.

"In verse six it says he stayed two more days in the place where he was; he did not run over to see his good friend."

God's Last Minute Saves

A sermon on how God is sovereignly at work with dramatic, last-minute interventions — ‘last-minute saves’ — illustrated from Scripture and personal testimony, emphasizing persistent prayer, obedience to God’s instructions, and trust in His timing, with the resurrection as the ultimate last-minute save.

He waited two days before travelling (stayed two days).

Resurrection Sunday with Phil Dooley †=♥ | Hillsong Church Online

Phil Dooley's Resurrection Sunday message teaches that believers are 'resurrection people'—called to allow Jesus to roll away the stones covering the dark, dead places in our lives so his light can bring standing up and recovery. Using the story of Lazarus, he draws four practical insights: see God's bigger purpose, expect both hope and controversy, pursue deep relationships, and keep moving forward. The sermon concludes with an invitation to respond, a reading of Psalm 23, and an offer of a New Testament.

John 11:11-14

1 sermon

Jesus tells his disciples, 'Our brother Lazarus is asleep'—then clarifies plainly that Lazarus is dead.

Wednesday Bible Study

A Bible study on Mark 5 (Jairus' daughter) emphasizing Jesus' resurrecting power: humility and desperate pleas, Jesus' command to 'don't be afraid — just believe,' the role of interruptions in God's timing, and the restoration that follows resurrection. Practical application: trust God in 'dead' situations (marriage, finances, health), resist fear, cultivate a small faithful circle, and respond to the gospel invitation.

John 11:11

1 sermon

"our brother Lazarus is asleep" — Jesus says he must go wake him up (disciples thought he was just sleeping).

Wednesday Bible Study

A Bible study on Mark 5 (Jairus and the girl) teaching God's resurrecting power: Jesus responds to desperate faith, calls for belief over fear, allows delays that build faith, and not only raises the dead but restores life. Practical applications encourage trusting God in 'dead' areas, resisting doubt and discouragers, and expecting restoration.

John 11:15

1 sermon

"And I am glad that for your sakes that I was... that I was not there, that you may believe, nevertheless, let us go to him."

God's Last Minute Saves

A sermon on how God is sovereignly at work with dramatic, last-minute interventions — ‘last-minute saves’ — illustrated from Scripture and personal testimony, emphasizing persistent prayer, obedience to God’s instructions, and trust in His timing, with the resurrection as the ultimate last-minute save.

John 11:16

1 sermon

"Then Thomas, who was called the twin, said... 'let us also go that we may die with him.'"

God's Last Minute Saves

A sermon on how God is sovereignly at work with dramatic, last-minute interventions — ‘last-minute saves’ — illustrated from Scripture and personal testimony, emphasizing persistent prayer, obedience to God’s instructions, and trust in His timing, with the resurrection as the ultimate last-minute save.

John 11:17

1 sermon

‘four days he’s been in there’ (reference to Lazarus having been in the tomb four days).

The Breakdown: "Public Service Announcement"

A Bible study unpacking the Galatians message of liberation: freedom as an internal, communal reality rooted in Christ, contrasted with internalized oppression and dangerous misuses of scripture (e.g., Christian nationalism). Practical steps for emancipation—personal and collective—are emphasized alongside pastoral invitations to join and serve the church community.

John 11:17-22

1 sermon

When Jesus came he found that he had already been in the tomb four days; Martha said, "Lord, if you had been here my brother would not have died."

God's Last Minute Saves

A sermon on how God is sovereignly at work with dramatic, last-minute interventions — ‘last-minute saves’ — illustrated from Scripture and personal testimony, emphasizing persistent prayer, obedience to God’s instructions, and trust in His timing, with the resurrection as the ultimate last-minute save.

John 11:17,43-44

1 sermon

They buried Lazarus in a tomb for four days, and Jesus raised him from the dead.

A Memorable Event - Palm Sunday 2026 | Pastor Steve Wilburn | Luke 19 | Core Church LA

Pastor Steve Wilburn preaches a Palm Sunday message reflecting on Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem as a ‘memorable event,’ drawing three main lessons: Jesus wept over a people who would reject him, he zealously cleansed the temple, and he issued a sober warning calling for wholehearted commitment to him. The sermon connects the Palm Sunday celebration to the gospel: Jesus’ sacrificial death and resurrection, forgiveness of sin, and the call to repentance and authentic discipleship.

John 11:17-44

1 sermon

They witnessed Jesus come back after four days and Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead.

A Memorable Event - Palm Sunday 2026 | Pastor Steve Wilburn | Luke 19 | Core Church LA

Pastor Steve Wilburn preaches a Palm Sunday message reflecting on Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem as a ‘memorable event,’ drawing three main lessons: Jesus wept over a people who would reject him, he zealously cleansed the temple, and he issued a sober warning calling for wholehearted commitment to him. The sermon connects the Palm Sunday celebration to the gospel: Jesus’ sacrificial death and resurrection, forgiveness of sin, and the call to repentance and authentic discipleship.

John 11:18

1 sermon

The Bible teaches us that Jesus was only two miles away, so he wasn't far from them to come.

Wednesday Bible Study

A Bible study on Mark 5 (Jairus' daughter) emphasizing Jesus' resurrecting power: humility and desperate pleas, Jesus' command to 'don't be afraid — just believe,' the role of interruptions in God's timing, and the restoration that follows resurrection. Practical application: trust God in 'dead' situations (marriage, finances, health), resist fear, cultivate a small faithful circle, and respond to the gospel invitation.

John 11:21

2 sermons

Martha said, 'Lord, if you had been here our brother would not have died.'

Wednesday Bible Study

A Bible study on Mark 5 (Jairus' daughter) emphasizing Jesus' resurrecting power: humility and desperate pleas, Jesus' command to 'don't be afraid — just believe,' the role of interruptions in God's timing, and the restoration that follows resurrection. Practical application: trust God in 'dead' situations (marriage, finances, health), resist fear, cultivate a small faithful circle, and respond to the gospel invitation.

“My Lord, if only you had come sooner, my brother wouldn't have died.”

Resurrection Sunday with Phil Dooley †=♥ | Hillsong Church Online

Phil Dooley's Resurrection Sunday message teaches that believers are 'resurrection people'—called to allow Jesus to roll away the stones covering the dark, dead places in our lives so his light can bring standing up and recovery. Using the story of Lazarus, he draws four practical insights: see God's bigger purpose, expect both hope and controversy, pursue deep relationships, and keep moving forward. The sermon concludes with an invitation to respond, a reading of Psalm 23, and an offer of a New Testament.

John 11:22

1 sermon

But even now I know whatever you ask of God, God will give you.

God's Last Minute Saves

A sermon on how God is sovereignly at work with dramatic, last-minute interventions — ‘last-minute saves’ — illustrated from Scripture and personal testimony, emphasizing persistent prayer, obedience to God’s instructions, and trust in His timing, with the resurrection as the ultimate last-minute save.

John 11:23-25

1 sermon

"Your brother will rise again." Martha: "I know that he will rise again in the resurrection at the last day." Jesus: "I am the resurrection and the life; he who believes in me..."

God's Last Minute Saves

A sermon on how God is sovereignly at work with dramatic, last-minute interventions — ‘last-minute saves’ — illustrated from Scripture and personal testimony, emphasizing persistent prayer, obedience to God’s instructions, and trust in His timing, with the resurrection as the ultimate last-minute save.

John 11:23-24

1 sermon

Jesus and Martha exchange that 'your brother will rise again' and 'I know he will rise again in the resurrection.'

Wednesday Bible Study

A Bible study on Mark 5 (Jairus' daughter) emphasizing Jesus' resurrecting power: humility and desperate pleas, Jesus' command to 'don't be afraid — just believe,' the role of interruptions in God's timing, and the restoration that follows resurrection. Practical application: trust God in 'dead' situations (marriage, finances, health), resist fear, cultivate a small faithful circle, and respond to the gospel invitation.

John 11:24

2 sermons

Martha: I know that he will rise again in the resurrection at the last day.

God's Last Minute Saves

A sermon on how God is sovereignly at work with dramatic, last-minute interventions — ‘last-minute saves’ — illustrated from Scripture and personal testimony, emphasizing persistent prayer, obedience to God’s instructions, and trust in His timing, with the resurrection as the ultimate last-minute save.

“I know he will be raised up in the resurrection at the end of time.”

Resurrection Sunday with Phil Dooley †=♥ | Hillsong Church Online

Phil Dooley's Resurrection Sunday message teaches that believers are 'resurrection people'—called to allow Jesus to roll away the stones covering the dark, dead places in our lives so his light can bring standing up and recovery. Using the story of Lazarus, he draws four practical insights: see God's bigger purpose, expect both hope and controversy, pursue deep relationships, and keep moving forward. The sermon concludes with an invitation to respond, a reading of Psalm 23, and an offer of a New Testament.

John 11:25

11 sermons

Before calling Lazarus out of the tomb he declares, 'I am the resurrection and the life.'

Wednesday Bible Study

A Bible study exposition of Luke 7:11–15 teaching that Jesus meets people at their lowest moments, sees the person before the problem, and by compassionate authority brings resurrection and restoration — both literal and spiritual — pointing to his greater victory over death.

I am the resurrection and the life.

Wednesday Bible Study

A Bible study on the widow of Nain (Luke 7:11–17) highlighting Jesus' compassion, divine appointments, and his power to restore life and relationships. The sermon emphasizes that Jesus sees the person before the problem, touches what others avoid, and offers resurrection hope that points to his ultimate victory over death.

Jesus: 'I am the resurrection.'

Wednesday Bible Study

A Bible study on Mark 5 (Jairus' daughter) emphasizing Jesus' resurrecting power: humility and desperate pleas, Jesus' command to 'don't be afraid — just believe,' the role of interruptions in God's timing, and the restoration that follows resurrection. Practical application: trust God in 'dead' situations (marriage, finances, health), resist fear, cultivate a small faithful circle, and respond to the gospel invitation.

Jesus declares, "I am the resurrection."

Wednesday Bible Study

A Bible study on Mark 5 (Jairus and the girl) teaching God's resurrecting power: Jesus responds to desperate faith, calls for belief over fear, allows delays that build faith, and not only raises the dead but restores life. Practical applications encourage trusting God in 'dead' areas, resisting doubt and discouragers, and expecting restoration.

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John 11:25-26

7 sermons

'I am the resurrection and the life... he that believeth in me... shall have everlasting life.'

Sunday, 8/9/2026, Peoples Congregational UCC

Pastor Francis Smith preached about the spiritual danger of distraction and the necessity of keeping our focus on Jesus. Using the story of Peter walking on the water and the Mary-and-Martha contrast, he urged the congregation to prioritize prayer, Scripture, and a gospel-centered life amid everyday anxieties and public distractions. Announcements included Vacation Bible School follow-up, a community sing, a prayer walk, student/teacher blessing, church cleanup, and giving options.

"I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me shall never die, but have everlasting life."

Thursday, 7/16/2026, Dr. Louis Tshisuaka Kanda, MD - Memorial Service

A funeral/memorial service honoring Dr. Louis T. Kanda that combined scripture, prayer, poetry, hymns, and multiple tributes to celebrate his life as a gifted surgeon, devoted family man, mentor, and humanitarian whose legacy includes mission work and development of the Biamba Marie Mutombo Hospital.

Jesus: I am the resurrection and the life; he who believes in me, though he may die, shall live... and whoever lives and believes in me shall never die. Do you believe this?

God's Last Minute Saves

A sermon on how God is sovereignly at work with dramatic, last-minute interventions — ‘last-minute saves’ — illustrated from Scripture and personal testimony, emphasizing persistent prayer, obedience to God’s instructions, and trust in His timing, with the resurrection as the ultimate last-minute save.

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John 11:27

1 sermon

Martha: Yes, Lord; I believe that you are the Christ, the Son of God who is to come into the world.

God's Last Minute Saves

A sermon on how God is sovereignly at work with dramatic, last-minute interventions — ‘last-minute saves’ — illustrated from Scripture and personal testimony, emphasizing persistent prayer, obedience to God’s instructions, and trust in His timing, with the resurrection as the ultimate last-minute save.

John 11:32

1 sermon

Then when Mary came where Jesus was... she fell down at his feet saying, 'Lord, if you had been here my brother would not have died.'

God's Last Minute Saves

A sermon on how God is sovereignly at work with dramatic, last-minute interventions — ‘last-minute saves’ — illustrated from Scripture and personal testimony, emphasizing persistent prayer, obedience to God’s instructions, and trust in His timing, with the resurrection as the ultimate last-minute save.

John 11:32-44

1 sermon

Mary cried that if Jesus had been there her brother would not have died; Jesus wept and then raised Lazarus from the dead.

His Plan - Palm Sunday 2025 | Pastor Steve Wilburn | John 11 | Core Church LA

Pastor Steve Wilburn's Palm Sunday message "His Plan" (John 11–12) explains how Jesus intentionally delays, demonstrates costly devotion, and receives public praise as part of God's redemptive purpose. Using Lazarus' resurrection, Mary's costly anointing, and the triumphal entry, he shows that God's timing displays glory, true worship costs, and public acclaim can be fleeting. The sermon issues a call to repentance, invites attenders to Good Friday and Easter services, and offers new-believer resources.

John 11:32-35

1 sermon

“Oh Lord, if you would have been here my brother Lazarus would not have died” and “Jesus wept.”

His Plan - Palm Sunday 2025 | Pastor Steve Wilburn | John 11 | Core Church LA

Pastor Steve Wilburn's Palm Sunday message "His Plan" (John 11–12) explains how Jesus intentionally delays, demonstrates costly devotion, and receives public praise as part of God's redemptive purpose. Using Lazarus' resurrection, Mary's costly anointing, and the triumphal entry, he shows that God's timing displays glory, true worship costs, and public acclaim can be fleeting. The sermon issues a call to repentance, invites attenders to Good Friday and Easter services, and offers new-believer resources.

John 11:33

1 sermon

Jesus saw her weeping and the Jews who came with her weeping; and he groaned in the spirit and was troubled.

God's Last Minute Saves

A sermon on how God is sovereignly at work with dramatic, last-minute interventions — ‘last-minute saves’ — illustrated from Scripture and personal testimony, emphasizing persistent prayer, obedience to God’s instructions, and trust in His timing, with the resurrection as the ultimate last-minute save.

John 11:35

10 sermons

Jesus himself would later weep at the tomb of Lazarus.

Wednesday Bible Study

A Bible study exposition of Luke 7:11–15 teaching that Jesus meets people at their lowest moments, sees the person before the problem, and by compassionate authority brings resurrection and restoration — both literal and spiritual — pointing to his greater victory over death.

Jesus himself would later weep at the tomb of Lazarus.

Wednesday Bible Study

A Bible study on the widow of Nain (Luke 7:11–17) highlighting Jesus' compassion, divine appointments, and his power to restore life and relationships. The sermon emphasizes that Jesus sees the person before the problem, touches what others avoid, and offers resurrection hope that points to his ultimate victory over death.

Jesus wept; he even grieved.

The Sifting Is Revealing What’s Real |God is Still God Series|Ptr. Shane Abbott|Father's Day Sunday

Pastor Shane teaches that seasons of shaking or 'sifting' are not proof of failure but are God’s process to remove what cannot go with you (the chaff) and reveal and strengthen what can (the wheat). Using Peter's denial and a contemporary testimony, he emphasizes that Jesus prays for our faith to survive the sifting, and gives practical steps—recognize lies, replace them with truth, engage community, pray and take thoughts captive. The sermon invites listeners to return to God, receive prayer, join community, and continue in faithful living (including generosity and evangelism).

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John 11:38-44

3 sermons

Reference to Lazarus being raised: “If you thought that was something, come on with me to a city. Cause Lazarus…” (referring to the raising of Lazarus).

Waiting at a Green Light

A sermon using the Jairus story to teach that God's timing often requires patient, persistent faith: God may delay even when it's 'your turn,' but He is present, able, and working—so trust, stay, and measure struggles by the strength of the Savior.

my cousin came from Bethany saying that this man called Lazarus from out of the grave

Holy Week Night of Worship Concert: "Voices From the Crowd"

A Holy Week night of worship that dramatizes "voices from the crowd"—firsthand testimonies of people healed, restored, and seen by Jesus—calling worshippers to praise, repentance, prayer, and an invitation to receive salvation and join the church community ahead of Resurrection Sunday.

Jesus prays and calls Lazarus out of the tomb; 'he came out a cadaver wrapped from head to toe.'

Resurrection Sunday with Phil Dooley †=♥ | Hillsong Church Online

Phil Dooley's Resurrection Sunday message teaches that believers are 'resurrection people'—called to allow Jesus to roll away the stones covering the dark, dead places in our lives so his light can bring standing up and recovery. Using the story of Lazarus, he draws four practical insights: see God's bigger purpose, expect both hope and controversy, pursue deep relationships, and keep moving forward. The sermon concludes with an invitation to respond, a reading of Psalm 23, and an offer of a New Testament.

John 11:38

1 sermon

Then Jesus, groaning in himself, came to the tomb; it was a cave, and a stone lay against it.

God's Last Minute Saves

A sermon on how God is sovereignly at work with dramatic, last-minute interventions — ‘last-minute saves’ — illustrated from Scripture and personal testimony, emphasizing persistent prayer, obedience to God’s instructions, and trust in His timing, with the resurrection as the ultimate last-minute save.

John 11:39

4 sermons

Jesus says 'move the stone' / 'remove the stone.'

The Breakdown: "Public Service Announcement"

A Bible study unpacking the Galatians message of liberation: freedom as an internal, communal reality rooted in Christ, contrasted with internalized oppression and dangerous misuses of scripture (e.g., Christian nationalism). Practical steps for emancipation—personal and collective—are emphasized alongside pastoral invitations to join and serve the church community.

Martha said, 'Lord, by this time there is a stench, for he has been dead four days.'

God's Last Minute Saves

A sermon on how God is sovereignly at work with dramatic, last-minute interventions — ‘last-minute saves’ — illustrated from Scripture and personal testimony, emphasizing persistent prayer, obedience to God’s instructions, and trust in His timing, with the resurrection as the ultimate last-minute save.

Martha said, 'He's been in there for four days; he's going to stink,' expressing concern about rolling the stone away.

His Plan - Palm Sunday 2025 | Pastor Steve Wilburn | John 11 | Core Church LA

Pastor Steve Wilburn's Palm Sunday message "His Plan" (John 11–12) explains how Jesus intentionally delays, demonstrates costly devotion, and receives public praise as part of God's redemptive purpose. Using Lazarus' resurrection, Mary's costly anointing, and the triumphal entry, he shows that God's timing displays glory, true worship costs, and public acclaim can be fleeting. The sermon issues a call to repentance, invites attenders to Good Friday and Easter services, and offers new-believer resources.

“Lord, by this time, there will be an offensive odor, for he's been dead for four days.”

Resurrection Sunday with Phil Dooley †=♥ | Hillsong Church Online

Phil Dooley's Resurrection Sunday message teaches that believers are 'resurrection people'—called to allow Jesus to roll away the stones covering the dark, dead places in our lives so his light can bring standing up and recovery. Using the story of Lazarus, he draws four practical insights: see God's bigger purpose, expect both hope and controversy, pursue deep relationships, and keep moving forward. The sermon concludes with an invitation to respond, a reading of Psalm 23, and an offer of a New Testament.

John 11:39-44

2 sermons

They roll away the stone and Jesus commands, 'Lazarus, come forth,' and Lazarus is raised after four days.

Wednesday Bible Study

A Bible study on Mark 5 (Jairus' daughter) emphasizing Jesus' resurrecting power: humility and desperate pleas, Jesus' command to 'don't be afraid — just believe,' the role of interruptions in God's timing, and the restoration that follows resurrection. Practical application: trust God in 'dead' situations (marriage, finances, health), resist fear, cultivate a small faithful circle, and respond to the gospel invitation.

They rolled the stone away; Martha said he stinks after four days, then Jesus called Lazarus by name and he was resurrected.

Wednesday Bible Study

A Bible study on Mark 5 (Jairus and the girl) teaching God's resurrecting power: Jesus responds to desperate faith, calls for belief over fear, allows delays that build faith, and not only raises the dead but restores life. Practical applications encourage trusting God in 'dead' areas, resisting doubt and discouragers, and expecting restoration.

John 11:40

1 sermon

Jesus said to her, 'Did I not say to you that if you would believe, you would see the glory of God?'

God's Last Minute Saves

A sermon on how God is sovereignly at work with dramatic, last-minute interventions — ‘last-minute saves’ — illustrated from Scripture and personal testimony, emphasizing persistent prayer, obedience to God’s instructions, and trust in His timing, with the resurrection as the ultimate last-minute save.

John 11:41-42

2 sermons

Then they took away the stone, and Jesus prayed, 'Father, I thank you that you have heard me... that they may believe that you sent me.'

God's Last Minute Saves

A sermon on how God is sovereignly at work with dramatic, last-minute interventions — ‘last-minute saves’ — illustrated from Scripture and personal testimony, emphasizing persistent prayer, obedience to God’s instructions, and trust in His timing, with the resurrection as the ultimate last-minute save.

Jesus at Lazarus' tomb: "I know that you always hear me when I pray" (spoken as: "he said at lazarus tomb i know that you always hear me when i pray").

Gospel Assembly Church Convocation 2024 Bible Teaching Thursday

A theological teaching on 'irresistible grace' explaining that salvation is entirely God's work (monergistic regeneration): grace is unmerited, transforms the dead heart into a willing heart, and secures the believer from start to glorification.

John 11:41-45

1 sermon

Jesus prays, calls Lazarus out of the tomb; he comes out wrapped in burial cloths and Jesus tells them to unwrap him — many who saw believed.

Resurrection Sunday with Phil Dooley †=♥ | Hillsong Church Online

Phil Dooley's Resurrection Sunday message teaches that believers are 'resurrection people'—called to allow Jesus to roll away the stones covering the dark, dead places in our lives so his light can bring standing up and recovery. Using the story of Lazarus, he draws four practical insights: see God's bigger purpose, expect both hope and controversy, pursue deep relationships, and keep moving forward. The sermon concludes with an invitation to respond, a reading of Psalm 23, and an offer of a New Testament.

John 11:43

8 sermons

Before calling Lazarus out of the tomb (Jesus calls, "Lazarus, come out").

Wednesday Bible Study

A Bible study exposition of Luke 7:11–15 teaching that Jesus meets people at their lowest moments, sees the person before the problem, and by compassionate authority brings resurrection and restoration — both literal and spiritual — pointing to his greater victory over death.

Jesus said 'Lazarus, come forth.'

The Breakdown: "Public Service Announcement"

A Bible study unpacking the Galatians message of liberation: freedom as an internal, communal reality rooted in Christ, contrasted with internalized oppression and dangerous misuses of scripture (e.g., Christian nationalism). Practical steps for emancipation—personal and collective—are emphasized alongside pastoral invitations to join and serve the church community.

He said, 'Lazarus, come forth.'

1:15PM "Let Him Cook" Pastor Reginald W. Sharpe Jr., Sunday, July 12, 2026

Pastor Reginald W. Sharpe Jr. preaches from John 21 urging listeners to "let him cook" — to let Jesus work in His timing and way. Using the breakfast-on-the-beach scene and pastoral stories, he outlines several "collisions" believers face (familiar vs. calling, fear vs. God's faithfulness, attachments vs. assignments, guilt vs. grace) and calls for trust, obedience, restoration, and response.

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John 11:43-44

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George Whitefield

John 11:43-44 -- "And when he thus had spoken, he cried with a loud voice, Lazarus, come forth. And he that was dead came forth, bound hand and foot with grave clothes: and his face was bound about with a napkin. Jesus saith unto them, Loose…

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Reference to the raising of Lazarus — 'if God can resurrect Lazarus.'

Wednesday Bible Study

A Bible study on Mark 5 (Jairus' daughter) emphasizing Jesus' resurrecting power: humility and desperate pleas, Jesus' command to 'don't be afraid — just believe,' the role of interruptions in God's timing, and the restoration that follows resurrection. Practical application: trust God in 'dead' situations (marriage, finances, health), resist fear, cultivate a small faithful circle, and respond to the gospel invitation.

Lazarus, come forth! And he who had died came out bound hand and foot with grave clothes, and Jesus said, 'Loose him and let him go.'

God's Last Minute Saves

A sermon on how God is sovereignly at work with dramatic, last-minute interventions — ‘last-minute saves’ — illustrated from Scripture and personal testimony, emphasizing persistent prayer, obedience to God’s instructions, and trust in His timing, with the resurrection as the ultimate last-minute save.

my cousin came from Bethany saying that this man called Lazarus from out of the grave

Holy Week Night of Worship Concert: "Voices From the Crowd"

A Holy Week night of worship that dramatizes "voices from the crowd"—firsthand testimonies of people healed, restored, and seen by Jesus—calling worshippers to praise, repentance, prayer, and an invitation to receive salvation and join the church community ahead of Resurrection Sunday.

Lazarus lay in the grave long enough and a voice called him out.

Sunday Morning Worship | Pastor Johnteris Tate

Pastor Johnteris Tate preaches from Deuteronomy 2 that God may allow people to go 'in circles' as a season of conditioning, not confinement, and now commands them to turn north/upward toward the promise. The sermon exhorts listeners to recognize cycles that build endurance, avoid stagnation, trust God, obey His command to move, and praise Him for deliverance.

Showing the 4 most recent — 4 more sermons in church libraries reference this verse.

John 11:44

2 sermons

And he who had died came out bound hand and foot with grave clothes, and Jesus said, 'Loose him and let him go.'

God's Last Minute Saves

A sermon on how God is sovereignly at work with dramatic, last-minute interventions — ‘last-minute saves’ — illustrated from Scripture and personal testimony, emphasizing persistent prayer, obedience to God’s instructions, and trust in His timing, with the resurrection as the ultimate last-minute save.

He came out wrapped in grave clothes, and Jesus said, 'Unbind him and let him go.'

Learning to Walk | Pastor Steve Wilburn | Ephesians 4:16-32 | Core Church LA

Pastor Steve Wilburn (Core Church LA) preaches from Ephesians 4 on how Christians are to "learn to walk" with Christ: beware false teaching, lay aside the old sinful ways, and intentionally put on the new, Christlike life. He calls believers to mature discipleship by testing teaching against Scripture, repenting, replacing harmful habits (lies, crude speech, theft, uncontrolled anger) with truth, kindness, work, forgiveness, and holiness, and issues an invitation for spiritual renewal.

John 11:45-53

1 sermon

Jesus raised him from the dead and everybody knew it; the Pharisees knew it and went back and reported it, and were very upset.

Gospel Assembly Church Convocation 2025 10/09/2025

Using Mark 2:1–12 (the paralytic lowered through the roof) the speaker argues that desperate times demand radical, action-oriented faith: believers must take risks to bring others to Jesus, prioritize spiritual healing over merely physical cures, and trust God’s sovereignty even in suffering.

John 11:45

1 sermon

Many of the Jews who had come to Mary believed in Jesus, but some went to the religious leaders and reported what Jesus had done.

His Plan - Palm Sunday 2025 | Pastor Steve Wilburn | John 11 | Core Church LA

Pastor Steve Wilburn's Palm Sunday message "His Plan" (John 11–12) explains how Jesus intentionally delays, demonstrates costly devotion, and receives public praise as part of God's redemptive purpose. Using Lazarus' resurrection, Mary's costly anointing, and the triumphal entry, he shows that God's timing displays glory, true worship costs, and public acclaim can be fleeting. The sermon issues a call to repentance, invites attenders to Good Friday and Easter services, and offers new-believer resources.

John 11:45-57

1 sermon

The resurrection of Lazarus brought hope, but the chief priests and Pharisees called a meeting of the Sanhedrin and began to plot Jesus' death; Jesus then withdrew to a town on the edge of the wilderness before the Passover.

Resurrection Sunday with Phil Dooley †=♥ | Hillsong Church Online

Phil Dooley's Resurrection Sunday message teaches that believers are 'resurrection people'—called to allow Jesus to roll away the stones covering the dark, dead places in our lives so his light can bring standing up and recovery. Using the story of Lazarus, he draws four practical insights: see God's bigger purpose, expect both hope and controversy, pursue deep relationships, and keep moving forward. The sermon concludes with an invitation to respond, a reading of Psalm 23, and an offer of a New Testament.

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