Sermons on Bear Cross:

Why The Cross

Contributed by Jack Whitehead on Oct 28, 2002

Why did Jesus have to go to the cross?

Why The Cross Matthew 16:21-23 21 From that time Jesus began to explain to his disciples that he must go to Jerusalem and suffer many things at the hands of the elders, chief priest and teachers of the Law, and that he must be killed and on the third day be raised to life. 22 Peter took him ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

Crossing Creeks

Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Nov 3, 2002

God gave four specific instructions to Joshua for crossing the Jordan River. These instructions will help us cross the rivers of our lives.

I grew up in the little community of Munford, AL. My granddaddy owned a small farm that provided a place of enjoyment, hard work, and learning as I grew up. We were fortunate to have Cheaha Creek that flowed through the farm. About three acres was across the creek and we had one place that we’d ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

Cross That River Series

Contributed by Jerry Fenter on May 23, 2002

Are we people who live by faith, or by sight; are we afraid to cross the river, or are we willing to take the risk and live by faith.

Cross That River Joshua 3 I. There are a few things you need to know that will be foundational to understanding the principles of today’s lesson. A. First, you need to know about the Ark. The Ark of the Covenant was the piece of furniture that God directed Moses to build and place in the middle of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Day Of The Cross

Contributed by Gary Huckaby on Jan 18, 2003

On the day that Jesus died it is noteworthy to see the crowds, the crys, and the crosses on Calvary that day. If you need encouragement dear soul, this message is sure to touch you.

A Sermon For You Easter Message  April 2001 By- Evangelist Gary Huckaby The Day Of The Cross And They Crucified Him! Matthew 27:33-36 will be our text. "And when they were come unto a place called Golgotha, that is to say, a place of a skull, they gave him vinegar to drink mingled with gall; and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:33-36

Denomination: Baptist

Enemies Of The Cross

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Mar 10, 2001

Dealing with the fact that Christians can be enemies of the Cross of Christ.

IT HAS BEEN SAID THAT, "YOUR WALK TALKS LOUDER THAN YOUR TALK, TALKS." WHEN IT COMES TO THE CHRISTIAN LIFE ONE MUST REMEMBER THAT THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST IS PROCLAIMED IN BOTH WORD AND DEED. PROCLAIMING THE GOSPEL IN THIS MANNER IS BOTH A PRIVILEGE AND A RESPONSIBILITY. SOMEONE ONCE SAID IT ...read more

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Centrality Of The Cross

Contributed by Bob Myers on Mar 15, 2001

The Cross is the Central Message of Christianity.

The Centrality of the Cross Galatians 6:14 In the Cross Christianity lays claim to having the most universally recognized symbol in all of world history. The Cross is more recognizable than a Coca-Cola can, CNN, or any nation’s flag. And the centrality of the Cross has even become part of our ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:11-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Journey To The Cross

Contributed by John Beehler on Mar 20, 2001

Jesus’ journey to the cross began long before even his birth.

Journey to the Cross It’s become fashionable these days to wear crosses, not necessarily as a sign of faith, but as a trendy accessory. Crosses are hip now. An encounter at a department store jewelry counter. Customer is interested in buying a cross, to which the sales clerk replies ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Enemies Of The Cross

Contributed by Gino Cascieri on Mar 30, 2001

In this message you will be surprised to find out who are the enemies of the cross.

"Enemies of the Cross" Text: Philippians 3:15-19 Introduction: -When a Christian thinks about who would be categorized as an enemy of the cross of Christ, he probably thinks about one of the religious cults. I.E. - Mormons, Jehovah Witnesses, Christian Scientists, Seventh Day Adventists, Roman ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross Is An Insult

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Apr 2, 2002

This is the sixth in a series on the most important day in the most important life ever lived; we walk with Jesus to Calvary!

<b>The Most Important Day In the Most Important Life Ever Lived!</b> <b>The Cross is an Insult</b> Luke 23:33; I Corinthians 1:18-24 March 17, 2002 The host was incensed. I mean, he was just up in arms, as we used to say; ¡§ticked off¡¨ might be another term. He could not understand the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-24, Luke 23:33

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Invalidating The Cross Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Apr 11, 2002

False teachers deminish the cross so that we have the power instead of the power of God.

Invalidating the Cross This section is divided into two parts. The first part addresses false doctrines and the second part examines scripture and biblical doctrines. Part 1. It is a serious offence to demote Christ or to reject Him as He has revealed Himself in scripture. Let’s begin by looking ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-20, Acts 2:26-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Three Crosses

Contributed by Bob Whitchurch on Apr 5, 2001

The Two thieves on the crosses represent the response of sinful man to the Cross of Redemption paid in full by Jesus Christ our Saviour.

I. The Cross of Rebellion-Verse 39 A. Distorted Knowledge of Christ, The Messiah 1. Crowd-Verse 35 2. Soldiers-Verse 36-37 Application: Be careful what you accept as Truth. B. Deny his Condition 1. Deceitful heart 2. Pride 3. Self-Center C. Deny his guilt- ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-46

Denomination: Baptist

The Three Crosses

Contributed by Gino Cascieri on Apr 6, 2001

This message takes a look at the three crosses at Calvary, The Cross of Rejection, The Cross of Reception & The Cross of Redemption.

"The Three Crosses" Text: Luke 23:39-43 Introduction: We want to notice this morning the three crosses that were represented at the crucifixion of Christ. In John 19:18, we are told - "They crucified him and two other with him, on either side one, and Jesus in the midst." I. First, we want ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43, Psalm 46:1

Denomination: Baptist

Saved By The Cross

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 7, 2001

In this message we will see how the cross took one thief from condemnation to paradise.

“Saved By The Cross” Charles Colson in his book Kingdoms In Conflict, tells how Back before the collapse of communism the government of Poland issued an order that all crucifixes were to be removed from classroom walls, just as they had been banned in factories, hospitals, and other public ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Nailed To The Cross

Contributed by Doug Sanders on Apr 9, 2001

Jesus did not die on the Cross so that we can live a defeated life, Paul says that Jesus nailed all of that to the Cross

Nailed to the Cross Col: 2:13-15 One of the things that frustrate me the most about the Christian Life, is listening to defeated Christians. We ether have habits in our life that we seem to think that we can’t over come. Or we have place so many added restrictions ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Beauty Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Keith Buice on Jan 5, 2006

The first in a 4 part sermon defining and introducing our new Mission statement

The Beauty of the Cross Philippians 2:5-11 Intro: Today, we begin a series of sermons that will guide us through a study of the meaning, power and effect of Calvary’s Cross. It is an old common saying that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. The cross of Jesus was a rough and ugly instrument of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist