Sermons on Agony Of The Cross:

Follow Me Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jan 28, 2024

Using the background of Matthew's calling, Pastor John teaches on what it means to be a devoted disciple of Jesus Christ

Follow Me: The Call to Discipleship CCCAG 1-29-24 Scripture: Matthew 9:9 Today we will be beginning a new series (Call to Discipleship) focused on what it means to be a follower of Jesus. I read a lot about the condition of the church in our current day. There is a lot of blame that people ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9, Matthew 16:24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Easter Evidence Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

The sermon introduction discusses the significance of the cross as a symbol of Easter, highlighting its original use as a tool of execution and torture, and its transformation into a symbol of special meaning and beauty.

He is risen! I’m happy to see you this Resurrection Sunday! Does anyone have a new cross necklace? I’ve always thought that if you don’t like giving chocolate and bunnies, a cross could make a great gift for Easter morning. Whether you received it today or have worn it for years, how many of you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-32, 1 Corinthians 15:17-21, Matthew 28:13

Topics: Resurrection Sunday, Symbolism Of Cross, Easter Gifts

Sermon Series: The Easter Challenge

True Follower Of Christ Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 17, 2024

This is a study of the gospel of Mark regarding the life of Jesus. It is based on my personal study and research of Scripture and many books and sermons I have read over the years.

GOSPEL OF MARK: GOD’S SERVANT IN ACTION TRUE FOLLOWER OF CHRIST A. Last May I began a sermon series on the Gospel of Mark—studying the life of Jesus from His BAPTISM to his CRUCIFIXION and RESURRECTION, and ultimate ASCENSION into HEAVEN. 1. The verse in Mark’s gospel that summarizes ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Bronze Serpent (Numbers 21)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 25, 2024

What does the bronze serpent have to do with the cross? Let's look at Numbers 21.

Did Israel vacillate between faith and complaining? Do we? Let’s look at Numbers 21. In their vacillation, was this one time that Israel believed God? When the Canaanite, the king of Arad, who lived in the Negev, heard that Israel was coming by the way of Atharim, he fought against Israel and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is Not Your Mascot: Confronting The Lie Of Christian Nationalism Series

Contributed by Wayne Golliday on Mar 30, 2025

Christian Nationalism is not Biblical Christianity.

Sermon Title: Jesus Is Not Your Mascot: Confronting the Lie of Christian Nationalism Primary Scriptures: John 18:36 Philippians 3:20 Psalm 2 Revelation 7:9 Ezekiel 36:23 Matthew 6:24 Hebrews 12:29 1 Peter 2:9 Introduction: Church, we are in a spiritual crisis. Not because of who’s in ...read more

Scripture: John 18:36, Philippians 3:20, Revelation 7:9, Ezekiel 36:23, Hebrews 12:29  (view more)  (view less)

The Plan Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Apr 3, 2025

It was a time of pilgrimage and Jesus would be traveling along with many others. In our text he gathers his disciples aside and shares with them one last time what they are to expect in the future.

The Plan   Luke 18:31-34 Introduction Our journey through the Gospel of Luke is rapidly coming to a conclusion. We have observed the earthly life of Jesus from the beginning. Luke’s letter to Theopholis began with the account of the priest Zechariah encountering Gabriel in the temple ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:31-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Suffering Of The Innocent Series

Contributed by William Baeta on Apr 9, 2025

“Blessed is the King who comes in the name of the Lord! Peace in heaven and glory in the highest!”. (Luke 19:38)

Our theme for today’s sermon is ‘the suffering of the Innocent’. Throughout the ages many people have asked the question ‘why do the innocent suffer?’ This question can only be adequately answered in the case of the Messiah because of the many revelations about His birth, life, death, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:4-9, Philippians 2:5-11, Luke 19:28-40

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Forsaken For Our Forgiveness

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 8, 2025

The cross shows the depth of sin and the height of God’s love. There, Jesus took our place so that guilt could be lifted and grace could be personal.

Introduction – A Little Girl’s Directions A little girl got lost on her way home. A policeman stopped and asked, “Can I help you?” She answered, “Just point me to the cross, and I’ll be able to find my way home.” Her house was near a church with a tall cross on its roof. That’s what the cross ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Power Of A Scandalous Message: Christ Crucified

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 13, 2025

This sermon unpacks Paul's deliberate choice to preach "Christ crucified" in weakness, so that the resulting faith of his hearers would be undeniably anchored in the power of God alone.

Introduction: The Pressure to Impress Good evening, my brothers and sisters. We live in a world that is enchanted by the impressive. We are drawn to charismatic speakers, to brilliant arguments, to polished and professional presentations. From social media to the corporate boardroom, and yes, even ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

"Thy Will Be Done" Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 6, 2002

Persistency in prayer keeps us from self-reliance.

"Thy Will Be Done," Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts "Thy will be done, as in heaven, so on earth" When I was stationed in Frankfurt, Germany, I often reported to V Corps Headquarters, which was located in the historic Abrams Bldg. To get upstairs there ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-42, Luke 11:1-4

Denomination: Congregational

"Experiencing The Holy"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 19, 2004

A sermon for Transfiguration Sunday.

Luke 9:28-36 “Experiencing the Holy” By: Kenneth Emerson Sauer Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org. One exciting thing I’ve learned from the time I’ve been spending at the Hospice Unit and the Spinal Cord Injury Unit at the Veteran’s Hospital over ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: United Methodist

Totally Awesome

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 9, 2012

A sermon on 3 reasons for the resurrection of Jesus Christ preached on Easter Sunday (Material adapted from Jack Cottrell's book, The Faith Once For All, chapter 14 The Work of Christ, pg. 272- 277)

HoHum: There’s a story about a Sunday School kindergarten teacher who was trying to determine how much Christian training her new students had. She found one 5 year-old boy who knew absolutely nothing about the story of Jesus. She began by relating to him the death of Jesus on the cross. When ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Last Words

Contributed by Brian Harvison on Aug 23, 2008

A look at some of Christ’s last words on the cross and His last words recorded in the Bible

Last Words Matthew 27:46 Often times we can learn a lot about a person’s life from their last words We can also delve deep into their inner being and truly see what they are experiencing among their last moments here on earth Here are a few examples of some famous last words P.T. Barnum - 1891: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:46

Denomination: Baptist

God And The Failed Plan Of Satan

Contributed by Apostle Tonya on Jul 11, 2022

The Plan of God to reconcile His Children back to Him through the Cross of Jesus Christ.

The Roman soldiers, Jewish leaders, the tree, the flagrum and the crown of thorns used against the Lord Jesus were all created by The Creator, His Father. Colossians 1:16 It is surely unimaginable to read in the Holy Bible of the audacity of satan to believe his conspiracy could destroy the Son ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-3, Colossians 1:16, Colossians 1:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Splendor Of Steadfastness

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Paul’s steadfastness serves as an inspiration and a challenge for any person who contemplates just settling for second best. Based on the great apostle’s unshakeable faith we get an appreciation of the agony, fear, and conflicts he endured throughout his

Paul’s steadfastness serves as an inspiration and a challenge for any person who contemplates just settling for second best. Based on the great apostle’s unshakeable faith we get an appreciation of the agony, fear, and conflicts he endured throughout his 35 years in the ministry. Paul’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational