Entries by Tony Cooke

George Washington’s 1789 Thanksgiving Proclamation

George Washington’s 1789 Thanksgiving Proclamation Whereas it is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, to be grateful for His benefits, […]

Great Thoughts for the New Year

Great Thoughts for the New Year Getting a Fresh S.T.A.R.T. in the New Year Stop Making Excuses – Proverbs 28:13 – A man who refuses to admit his mistakes can […]

Father’s Day Quotes, Humor, and Stories

Read Father’s Day quotes, humor, and stories about Father’s Day! This is an accumulation of quotes and stories that are sure to bless you and help you celebrate Father’s Day!

The Geese and the Snowstorm Author Unknown

The Geese and the Snowstorm Author Unknown There was once a man who did not believe in either the virgin birth of Christ or the spiritual meaning behind it, and […]

Christmas in July By Maria Foslien

Christmas in July By Maria Foslien Lisa Cooke writes: Now is the time to begin thinking and planning for your Christmas musical or drama, according to Maria Foslien, worship leader […]

Christmas Stories & Illustrations

Christmas Stories & Illustrations Birds Set Free A.J. Gordon was the great Baptist pastor of the Clarendon Church in Boston, Massachusetts. One day he met a young boy in front […]

Abraham Lincoln’s 1863 Thanksgiving Proclamation

Abraham Lincoln’s 1863 Thanksgiving Proclamation By the President of the United States of America. A Proclamation. The year that is drawing towards its close, has been filled with the blessings […]

Thoughts on the Resurrection of Christ

Great Thoughts on the Resurrection of Christ While there is a progression of thought in the following, it is not necessarily presented as a sermon in its entirety. Rather, these are […]

Suicide Remarks by Tony Cooke

Note from Tony: Conducting a funeral for someone who has taken his or her own life can be one of the most challenging tasks for a minister, and yet it […]

The Reality of Heaven by Tony Cooke

Facing the death of a friend or loved one is always challenging.  There are usually very mixed emotions. There is sadness that a person is no longer with us.  But […]

The Purpose of Funerals by Tony Cooke

Understanding the purpose of funerals can be very helpful as a Pastor plans to minister to a grieving family. More than an opportunity to present a message about heaven, a […]

11 Great Stories About Going Home by Tony Cooke

Story #1: Certainties When the great Christian and scientist, Sir Michael Faraday, was dying, some journalists questioned him as to his speculations about life after death.  “Speculations!” he said, “I […]

Death: Friend or Foe? by Tony Cooke

Whenever death occurs, there is naturally an element of sorrow and grief which is present. Even when a person has faith, and this family does, there is still a sadness […]

What Death Brings

What Death Brings Rev. Tony Cooke Today, we have heard wonderful testimony of a woman who love and served the Lord.  We have heard reflections and memories of a genuine […]

Do’s and Dont’s for Funerals by Tony Cooke

Do’s DO work with the family and the funeral home director in planning the funeral service. If you know the family is challenged financially, let them know they don’t need […]

Sample Committal Service by Tony Cooke

Scriptures Revelation 1:17-18 17 Fear not; I am the first and the last: 18 I am he that liveth, and was dead; and, behold, I am alive for evermore.   […]

Passover and Beyond

Most Christians know that there is somewhat of a correlation between the Passover of the Old Testament and Communion in the New Testament. Passover was instituted when God was about to deliver Israel out of Egyptian bondage. Communion was instituted when God was about to deliver us from the bondage of sin. … read more