Sermons on bearing our cross: showing 961-975 of 208,809

Setting Our Minds On Divine Things

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Sep 12, 2024

Jesus taught his disciples to set their minds on divine things such as denying themselves and taking up their crosses to follow him. He added to that statements about "losing" our lives and to not be ashamed of the Gospel. What does all this mean?

THERE ARE PASSAGES IN THE BIBLE THAT CAN CREATE FEAR AND POSSIBLY DISTRESS DUE TO THEIR BLUNT, BUT HIDDEN MEANING. IN LUKE 14:26, WE ARE TOLD THAT “IF ANYONE COMES TO ME AND DOES NOT HATE FATHER AND MOTHER, WIFE AND CHILDREN, BROTHERS AND SISTERS—YES, EVEN THEIR OWN LIFE—SUCH A PERSON CANNOT BE MY ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38, 1 Corinthians 1:18, John 14:6, Romans 1:16

Denomination: Free Methodist

6 Steps To The Cross

Contributed by Randy West on Mar 31, 2002

We often focus on His birth and His death yes they are very important but His life is a model for us. We can’t be born like him and we can’t die like Him but we sure can live like Him.

6 Steps to the Cross “This is fixed for an Easter message but, the name could be changed to “6 steps to the Throne” and then preached for an any Sunday Message” Text: John 19:17-19 Introduction: Guy complaining to his makes the statement “ I am finding a different church next Christmas” Wife ...read more

Scripture: John 19:17-19

Denomination: Church Of God

The Crowns, The Cross, And The Crime

Contributed by Stephen Noel on Apr 18, 2001

Jesus did in fact commit a crime. He was and still is guilty of that same crime.

The Crowns, The Cross, and The Crime Today, I wish to explore these three avenues of thinking as we celebrate this Easter Sunday. I wish to expose a Crown that you haven’t noticed, and discuss the Cross in a way that you haven’t thought of, and prove to you that Jesus in fact, was guilty of a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:29, 2 Timothy 4:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Understanding The Importance Of The Cross

Contributed by William Baeta on Mar 10, 2012

Jesus answered them, “Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up” John 2:19.

Theme: Understanding the importance of the cross Text: Ex. 20:1-17; 1 Cor. 1:18-25; Jn. 2:13-22 The entire message of the Gospel revolves around one unique historical event: the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ on the Cross. Writing about this, the writer of Hebrews declares in 10:14, that ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Cross - The Answer To Sickness And Death Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 20, 2015

The cross heals our spiritual illnesses but it also shows that God can bring physical healing. So it's right to pray that God would heal.

Sermon by Rev George Hemmings Part of a series based on The Cross of Christ by Dr Leon Morris At the start of this year, Sarah forced me to do something I've never done before. It was a completely new experience, one that I didn't feel entirely comfortable with, and still struggle to believe has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-49

Denomination: Anglican

The Cross (Mark 15)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 8, 2024

What do we do about the events of the cross? Let's look at Mark 15.

How did Jesus answer false accusations? Why did they release an insurrectionist instead of Jesus? What time was the crucifixion? Who else was crucified with Jesus? Did people mock Jesus? Did Jesus quote a Psalm on the cross? After about 6 hours on the cross, when did Jesus die? What happened to the ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Mary Stood By The Cross

Contributed by Pedro Trinidad on Oct 14, 2019

What can we learn from the Virgin Mary

Ladybugs are named after Our Lady. The tradition dates back to the Byzantine era when the Virgin Mary was traditionally cloaked in red in iconography. Some ladybugs are also covered with seven spots, which were taken to represent the seven joys and seven sorrows of Mary. Farmers were particularly ...read more

Scripture: John 19:21-27

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Four Crosses Of Calvary

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Oct 8, 2002

AS WE LOOK TO CALVARY AT THE DRAMA THAT WAS PLAYED OUT UPON THAT HILL, HOW MANY CROSSES DO YOU SEE? WHAT IS THE SIGNIFICANCE OF EACH OF THESE CROSSES? LET US CONSIDER THE FOUR CROSSES OF CALVARY.

FOUR CROSSES OF CALVARY LUKE 23:32-43 INTRODUCTION: THIS MORNING AS WE LOOK TO CALVARY AT THE DRAMA THAT WAS PLAYED OUT UPON THAT HILL, HOW MANY CROSSES DO YOU SEE? WHAT IS THE SIGNIFICANCE OF EACH OF THESE CROSSES? LET US CONSIDER THE FOUR CROSSES OF CALVARY. I. THE CROSS OF REBELLION AND ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross And The Forsaken Saviour

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Mar 29, 2021

How can it be? How can the Saviour be forsaken by those He came to save? How can the Father forsake His own Son?

"And about the ninth hour Jesus cried out with a loud voice, saying, “Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani?” that is, “My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?” Matthew 27:46. Have you ever experienced the agony of having someone whom you trusted fail you in your hours of need? Have you been forsaken ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:46, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Deuteronomy 31:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of The Cross In Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Everette Pafford on Nov 24, 2002

For believers who live with identification of the Cross of Jesus Christ a life of thanksgiving is a natural attitude of life because of the power of God at work in them.

The Power of the Cross Series – Part 4 “In Thanksgiving” November 24, 2002 10:30 AM Two men were walking through a field one day when they spotted an enraged bull. Instantly they darted toward the nearest fence. The storming bull followed in hot pursuit, and it was soon apparent they wouldn’t ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-19, 1 Corinthians 1:17-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Concerns From The Cross-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 19, 2011

1 of 2. As Jesus hung on the cross, He voiced concerns of great significance. At the juncture of life & death, our greatest concerns are prioritized. What are significant concerns for Jesus? 6 Significant Concerns of Jesus from the Cross.

CONCERNS From The CROSS-I Mat. 27:33-54; Mk. 15:21-39; Lk. 23:33-49; Jn. 19:17-30 MATTERS of GREATEST SIGNIFICANCE Significant Concerns of Jesus As Jesus hung on the cross, He voiced particularly important concerns. At the juncture of life & death, matters of greatest significance become our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34-43

Denomination: Baptist

The Passion: The Rest Of The Story

Contributed by Mike Hays on Feb 29, 2004

Many people are talking about Mel Gibson’s new movie "The Passion of the Christ." This study will take a deeper look at the Roman scourging and crucifixion that Jesus willingly endured on our behalf.

The Passion: The Rest of the Story William Hill, who was the founder of Hopewell Presbyterian Church, used to tell the story of an old preacher who was approached by some of the members in his congregation. The members told him that he was boring them to tears and that their patience was wearing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:1-66

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

This Blood Is For You

Contributed by Todd Hudnall on Dec 10, 2002

Expanded outline on the value of the blood of Jesus to our lives. It examines all the places Jesus shed His blood and how it is to be applied to our life.

Text Revelation 5:8-10 Now when He had taken the scroll, the four living creatures and the twenty-four elders fell down before the Lamb, each having a harp, and golden bowls full of incense, which are the prayers of the saints. And they sang a new song, saying: "You are worthy to take the scroll, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:8-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Cross: The Plan Of God

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 11, 2005

Seeing God’s plan in the cross

Intro: Who do you know that comes up with crazy plans? I can think back to my neighbor growing up. Gary Kaytor. Gary lived across the street and was 2 years older than me. Gary was the type who everything always worked out for. Gary knew how to turn every situation to his advantage. I ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

3 Crosses @ Calvary

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 15, 2011

This incident, on the road to Calvary, and then at the sight of the crucifixion, reveals both God and man as they truly are. It exposes man as incredibly cruel, and God as amazingly kind and compassionate. It is man who is evil, and God who is good.

Opening illustration: If you were to look at Rembrandt’s painting of The Three Crosses, your attention would be drawn first to the center cross on which Jesus died. Then as you would look at the crowd gathered around the foot of that cross, you’d be impressed by the various facial expressions and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational