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21 Thoughts For Meditation On The Crucifixion Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 22, 2001

This sermon is about the nature of the sufferings of Jesus Christ and it often reflects the sufferings we face in our own life.

21 THOUGHTS FOR MEDITATION ON THE CRUCIFIXION OF JESUS CHRIST 1) JESUS SUFFERED FOR THE BENEFIT OF OTHERS: Often we are willing to suffer for our own benefit but let us learn to suffer for the benefit of others. SCRIPTURE REFERENCE ********************************** Isaiah 53:4-6 Surely he ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Cross: It's Words

Contributed by Leon Hergert on Feb 25, 2002

By looking at the last phrases used by Jesus we get a better grasp of who he was.

The Cross: It’s Words Luke 23:34-43 Thesis: Every person can take a more balanced view of their life by understanding the last phrases of Jesus. Introduction: In his book, No Wonder They Call Him the Savior, Max Lucado tells the story of his dad discovering he had Lou Gehrig’s disease. Dad ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34-43, John 19:28-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mission: Impossible Grace

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Sep 24, 2001

Encouragement to encounter Christ’s grace and to go forth in His mission

MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE GRACE Matt.9:9-13 By Andrew Chan, Senior Pastor, PBC Sept.23, 2001 PM Contemporary Service The old saying goes "truth is stranger than fiction." And, there are many stories in our newspapers and on television that bear out that statement. Some of my favorite examples are "dumb ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Evangelical Free

What Do You Know? Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 29, 2002

An imaginative reconstruction of the dialogue between the repentant and unrepentant thieves, to be spoken by two preachers. Focuses on the old dilemma, whether God hears prayer.

Unrepentant Thief (U): "Should the wise answer with windy knowledge, and fill themselves with the east wind? Should they argue in unprofitable talk, or in words with which they can do no good? ... What do you know that we do not know? What do you understand that is not clear to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Baptist

The Passion Behind Good Friday

Contributed by John Gullick on Apr 9, 2004

Good Friday Sermon - looks at Christs Passion - descriptive went well in Easter service.

It is finished. the passion behind Good Friday The rooster had crowed three times. The guilt of Peter and the scattered disciples including the treacherous Judas left a void. In this void - Jesus had stood alone before his accusers. Alone to face their sneering lies and brutal blows. Cruel ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Grace Of Giving Part 1 Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 13, 2004

In the Corinthian letters, Paul gave 5 reasons Christians should give.

Stewardship Series Part 1 The Grace of Giving I Corinthians 16, II Corinthians 8 & 9 SCRIPTURE READING: II Corinthians 8:1-7 INTRODUCTION: I read an interesting Biblical statistic the other day concerning the frequency of certain words used in the Bible. It seems that… Believing is ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Passion Of Christ Series

Contributed by David Seeley on Sep 21, 2004

Third is a five week series. I trust this series will help us gain a new appreciation for who Jesus Christ is and what He did for us.

The Passion of Christ Philippians 2:8 “And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross.” Christ’s passion was to complete the work of obedience to the Father and love toward us. There were many individuals who tried to thwart ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:8

Denomination: Holiness

"God's Foolishness And God's Wisdom" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Feb 21, 2005

How do we view the cross during this Lenten Season that speaks to us in a meaningful way? Is the cross applicable to our 21st century life?

Iliff and Saltillo UM Church Third Sunday of Lent February 27, 2005 “God’s Foolishness and God’s Wisdom” I Corinthians 1:18-25 INTRODUCTION: Story: When a group of churches advertized their Easter services, no reference was made to the cross. This omission was deliberate. One church ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-25

Denomination: Methodist

When Jesus Came

Contributed by Dan Waite on Dec 9, 2005

Isaiah 35 describes 6 things that would happen when the Messiah came.

Other sermons can be found at http://lastsermon.blogspot.com/ Isaiah 35 When Jesus Came... I. Empty lives were filled (vv 1 – 2) A. We “always” have an excuse. 1. Fear of failure keeps us from trying. 2. Fear of success keeps us from doing our best. 3. Procrastination is a learned ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10

Denomination: Free Methodist

Effective Leadership Is Based On Service Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Mar 16, 2005

A look at some of the building blocks necessary for effective leadership.

It has been said that, “A church wrapped up in itself makes a small package—too small, in fact.” Christ has commissioned His church to win the lost for Him. The most effective way to accomplish this mission is through leading in service. To be an effective leader one must have a servant’s heart ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:37-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Never, Never, Never, Never, Never!

Contributed by Matt Black on Oct 26, 2002

Christ will never leave you.

Hebrews 13:5 Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. We believe that all Scripture is from God, and that no one Scripture is more “inspired than another.” It is all from God. It is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Surely

Contributed by Frank Edwards on Jan 27, 2010

One man, and one man only is wholly competent to tell us the story of the death of Jesus. That man is this roman centurion. It was this centurion, who sent his band of men across the brook Kedron in the soft moonlight to arrest Jesus.

Hark 15:39...And when the centurion who stood facing him,saw that he so cried out, and gave up the s p i r i t , he said surely t h i s m a n i s t h e S o n o f G o d . ; S U R E L Y One man, and one man only is w h o l l y competent to tell us the story of the death ofJesus. That man is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-39

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Gripped By Grace Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 30, 2009

The supernatural work of God in changing Saul’s life tells us of God’s grace and hope for the lost.

In the last few chapters we saw 2 Spirit-filled deacons - Stephen and Philip who became pioneers in bringing the Gospel beyond Jerusalem. • In chapters 9 and 10, Luke tells us of 2 extraordinary conversions – Saul and Cornelius, which eventually set the mission going. Saul’s conversion marks ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Buried With Him In Christ

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Sep 5, 2010

What is baptism and what is it’s significance? Who should be baptized? Is baptism a requirement of sal¬vation? Am I joining a church or denomination by being baptized? Why do some traditions baptize infants?

Dakota Community Church August 22, 2010 Buried With Him in Baptism Quick Questions: What is baptism and what is its significance? Why do we baptize by immersion when sprinkling would be so much more convenient? Romans 6: 1-7 1What shall we say, then? Shall we go on sinning so that grace may ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8-15

Denomination: Mennonite

Life Is A Matter Of Trust

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 1, 2010

There will be times in our lives when confidences are broken, tears are shed, feelings are hurt and trust gets damaged. All of this leads me to an extremely important question: who or what can you genuinely trust? Tonight I want us to learn four impor

Life is a Matter of Trust Proverbs 3:5-6 Introduction We place our trust in all sorts of things on a daily basis. If you have something on your calendar tomorrow, you are trusting that you will still be alive. Each day we trust that we are going to have power. We place a certain amount of trust ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Baptist