Sermons on Bearing A Cross:

No Condemnation!

Contributed by John Newton on Jan 15, 2022

Through his Son Jesus Christ God has rescued us from both the penalty and the power of sin

Allow me to begin by saying what tremendous joy it gives me to be worshiping with you “at” Messiah once again. Even though we can’t be with one another physically, it has been a joy for Karen and me to be able to join with you virtually for your online services. At the same time, I have to say ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-11

Denomination: Episcopal

The Other Side Of Failure

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jul 13, 2019

Failure is a reality that all of us have lived. This message is encouragement and instruction on how to view and respond to failure. This is a message of Hope and Restoration!

Spiritual Encouragement and Instruction: What to do when we have failed. INTRODUCTORY ILLUSTRATIONS Most of us know Babe Ruth set a record with 714 home runs in his baseball career. But few remember he struck out 1,330 times on the way to that record. Most people know Jonas Salk discovered the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:66-72, 1 John 1:9, Isaiah 58:11-12, Psalm 30:5, Romans 11:25-36, Romans 11:29, 1 Corinthians 1:18, Psalm 51:10-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

From The Declaration Of His Innocence To The Death Of Jesus.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 22, 2022

The kingdom was on offer in the Person of the King, even as He hung there dying upon the Cross. The offer has never been withdrawn, for any who will come to Him.

FROM THE DECLARATION OF HIS INNOCENCE TO THE DEATH OF JESUS. Luke 23:13-49. LUKE 23:13-25. “I have found no fault in this man,” Pilate told Jesus’ accusers. “No, nor yet Herod.” “Nothing worthy of death” (Luke 23:14-15). “I have found no cause of death in Him” (Luke 23:22b). Thus we see that our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:13-49

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There Is Still A Piece Of Wood

Contributed by Tyler Barrett on Jul 27, 2020

Thank God for Calvary

There Is Still A Piece of Wood 1 Peter 2:24 Tyler Barrett; NorthGate Assembly; 7/26/2020 1 Peter 2:24: “He personally carried our sins in His body on the cross {Willingly offering Himself on it, as on an altar of sacrifice}, so that we might die to sin {becoming immune from penalty and power of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Possibility, Probability, And The Proof Of Prophecy Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 13, 2025

John gives his readers all the evidence they need to know and understand that Jesus is the promised Messiah. This sermon looks at that and urges hearers to accept Christ as Savior and Lord.

Possibility, Probability and the Proof of Prophecy Text: John 19:16-24 Let’s go ahead and open up our Bible’s to John chapter 19. We’re going to camp out here for a couple of Sunday’s at least… we’ll see where the Lord leads us… But at least a couple of Sundays, because there’s so much here that ...read more

Scripture: John 19:16-24, Romans 3:24-26, Hebrews 9:22, Colossians 1:6-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

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 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

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

Symbols Of Sacrifice - Remembrance Day (Memorial Day)

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 12, 2022

This is a message about remembering, and the symbols of the poppy and the cross that speak to the value of remembering. This also includes some of my family war time history.

Sermon for CATM - November 13, 2022. Remembrance Day - Psalm 105:1-8 "Symbols of Sacrifice" My grandfather, Gilbert Hyde Parker, was a naval engineer in WW2. He was on at least one navy ship during the war that was bombed by the Nazis and sank in frigid waters. There are unconfirmed ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 105:1-8, Romans 3:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From The Last Supper To The Arrest In Gethsemane.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 14, 2022

Over against and alongside the manipulation of Satan, there was another plan being worked out, this time by God. This was the plan of salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ, who is, after all, the fulfillment of the Passover.

FROM THE LAST SUPPER TO THE ARREST IN GETHSEMANE. Luke 22:14-53. “When the hour was come,” we read, “Jesus sat down with the twelve apostles.” Jesus was in complete control as He expressed His desire to share the Passover with His disciples before He suffered. “For,” He said, “I will not any ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-53

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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

Gonna Get Me One

Contributed by Chris Mccall on Jan 20, 2026

Jesus, in His tremendous love & compassion for souls was willing to go thru whatever He had to so that one soul could be rescued.

Matthew 9:35-38 NLT https://youtu.be/yzKighUf4UY?si=m48Ez_ib2n_R1Tqb From that one short scene I began hearing the heart of Jesus as He was making this journey personal & individual. This scene gives us just a glimpse into the price that was paid to reach people who are lost. People who are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Easter Evidence Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 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

Even Death Is Not A Barrier Series

Contributed by John Hamby on May 16, 2002

What happened when Death crossed Jesus path.

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 16 “Even Death is Not a Barrier” Luke 7: 11-17 “Joseph Bayly knew what the loss of a child was like. In fact, he and his wife Mary Lou lost three sons – one at eighteen days, after surgery; ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

Calvary The Place Of Crucifixion!

Contributed by Ivan Casteel on Jun 20, 2006

To glorify the Lord Jesus for dying of the cross of Calvary.

PP0710 DATE CALVARY THE PLACE OF CRUCIFIXION! Lu 23:33 And when they were come to the place, which is called Calvary, there they crucified him, and the malefactors, one on the right hand, and the other on the left. (KJV) The word “Malefactor” means a criminal – evil doer. INTRODUCTION: The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33

Denomination: Baptist