Sermons on bearing our cross: showing 676-690 of 208,784

The Power Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Jan 14, 2007

Sermon 3 in I Corth.

THE POWER OF THE CROSS 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 Introduction A. God has given us a message of salvation through the cross (v. 18). B. God’s Word instructs us to receive this message by faith (Romans 3:21-26). C. The cross is the central fact of the Gospel. Paul wants the Corinthians to focus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Cost Of The Cross

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jun 6, 2004

A message concerning the cost of following Jesus.

The Cost of the Cross Introduction The Curiosity of the Call Burning Bush The Chiseling of Character 40 Years The Challenge of Conviction The Lord said The Crisis of Commitment Red Sea Cul de Sac Note: I believe I have inherited a church somewhere between Egypt and the Red Sea. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11, Luke 9:18-27

Denomination: Baptist

Nailed To The Cross

Contributed by Jim Kane on Dec 3, 2008

Communion Meditation for October 5, 2008

(Slide 1) Our main text for this morning is found in John’s gospel, chapter 19 and beginning with verse 18 we read: (Slide 2) There they crucified him. There were two others crucified with him, one on either side, with Jesus between them. And Pilate posted a sign over him that read, “Jesus of ...read more

Scripture: John 19:18-22

Denomination: Church Of God

"Converted On A Cross!"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 20, 2007

A sermon on the world’s perception of the church vs the authentic Jesus.

Luke 23:33-43 “Converted on a Cross!” (Many of the ideas for this sermon come from Everything Must Change by Brian Mclaren) By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of Grace United Methodist Church, Soddy Daisy, TN www.gbgm-umc.org/grace-sdtn The Rock Band Jethro Tull has a song entitled Hymn 43 in which they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43

Denomination: United Methodist

Preparing For The Cross

Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 3, 2022

Jesus obediently suffered for you.

PREPARING FOR THE CROSS Matthew 26:36-46 #Easter2022 SCRIPTURE READING: MATTHEW 26:36-46 [Person from Congregation] INTRODUCTION… verywellmind.com/an-overview-of-the-types-of-emotions-4163976 [adapted] A human being can experience many different types of emotions. Depending on what article you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46, Hebrews 5:7-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Centrality Of The Cross

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 31, 2006

We cannot avoid the centrality of the Cross if we are going to truly reflect to the world the true Gospel of Jesus.

02-04-06 NR/NC Story: On 15th February 1597, 26 Christians were crucified at Niz-hiz-aka Hill in Nagasaki, Japan. Amongst them was a young seventeen year old boy, Thomas Kosaki, who had been sentenced to die for his Christian witness - along with his father. ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-32

Denomination: Anglican

Cross The Jordan Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 21, 2023

This terrible river, lying at the bottom of the most spectacular gash upon the surface of the planet Earth, most of its course lying even below the level of the sea, is an astoundingly appropriate symbol of death. But a faith Step changes everything.

Joshua 3 - Crossing the Jordan Promise and the Problems: On the shore of Jordan Israelites were lodging for three days as the Lord told them to do (Joshua 1:11). Now, they saw a rushing river, swollen with spring rains lie in front of them. They would have wondered and discussed “How can we ever ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Creation To The Cross

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Feb 6, 2022

This message presents the basic salvation message all the way from Genesis to Jesus. It looks at the Garden of Eden, The Fall, The Separation, and The Atonement. The basic points in this sermon can be used in personal evangelism.

I’ve entitled our message this morning, “Creation to the Cross.” I want to share with you some basic points that I sometimes rely on when helping someone comprehend why we need salvation in Christ. In presenting the gospel we need to help a person understand and acknowledge that we’re sinners and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:8-17, Genesis 3:1-7, Genesis 3:22-24, Hebrews 9:2-7, Hebrews 9:11-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Soldiers Of The Cross

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Apr 11, 2014

A Memorial Day sermon with an emphasis on being a good soldier of Jesus Christ.

2 Timothy 2:1-5 KJV Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. [2] And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also. [3] Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Near The Cross

Contributed by Mike Turner on Mar 19, 2005

Near The Cross........a message dealing with those who stood near the cross, and how their lives were touched by the Lord.

Near The Cross John 19:23-30 Jesus, keep me near the cross, There a precious fountain Free to all, a healing stream Flows from Calvary’s mountain. Refrain In the cross, in the cross, Be my glory ever; Till my raptured soul shall find Rest beyond the river. Near the cross, a trembling ...read more

Scripture: John 19:23-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Journey To The Cross

Contributed by Chad Brown on Mar 29, 2015

The beginning of the journey of Christ's week leading to his crucifixion.

Jesus and the Apostles all approach Jerusalem. He sent ahead two of the disciples. Go into the village, and as soon as you enter into it, you will find a colt tied, on which no one has sat upon it. Loosen the colt and bring it. If anyone says to you, Why are you doing this? Tell them, The Lord has ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-10

Denomination: Catholic

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 Powerful Series

Contributed by Mike Lewis on Dec 29, 2022

The Cross is Powerful

WELCOME & INTRODUCTION BAY BRIDGE WORLD SERIES EARTHQUAKE There are so many events in history where you may have had this question posed to you: “Where were you when…?” One of the most recent in history is where were you when you heard that a plane had hit the World Trade Center tower(s)? We ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-54, Matthew 5:14-16, Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Cross Of Christ

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 27, 2004

1- The offense of the cross 2- The preaching of the cross 3- The priority of the cross

INTRO.- ILL.- Since 1710, the skyline of London has been dominated by the soaring dome of St. Paul’s Cathedral. On the top of the dome is a cross. So it is fair to say that for nearly 300 years there has been a cross on the roof of London! That is one way to say that Christ is above all! ILL.- ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Crossing The Jordan

Contributed by Gary Holt on Apr 17, 2021

God's people would have to trust HIm.

Crossing the Jordan Joshua 3 (sermon 2) Spring time has come …we see it is in full bloom. A few days ago I was trimming trees: - and I discovered a few new birds nests - that were hidden in the limbs of the tree - Springtime means the birds are making their nests and raising babies. Life is ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ