Sermons on Calvary Crosses:

Close To The Cross, But Far From Christ? You Don't Have To Be.

Contributed by Scott Sharpes on Mar 1, 2004

During those last days of Christ, there are many who were close to the cross, yet chose to be far from Christ. Asks the questions, "How close am I?" Powerful closing illustration: True Story

Title: Close to the Cross, But Far From Christ? You Don’t Have to Be! 03/2004 West Side Text: Matthew 27:29-56 and Luke 23:26-29 A.M. Service Purpose: Asks the question: How Close Am I? ******************************************************* Introduction: A. Open with personal comments about Mel ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:29-56, Luke 23:26-29

Denomination: Nazarene

Spiritual Power Series

Contributed by Bruce B. Miller on Jun 7, 2012

The logos of the cross, the message of the cross is that Christ crucified is the power and wisdom of God.

Spiritual Power 1 Corinthians 1:18-2:5 For our culture the big event today is not church. It’s the Giants and the Patriots in what we call the Superbowl. Who knows how many words have been spent analyzing who has the wisest strategy to win? Which advertisers will create the best commercials and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

A Tale Of Two Rooms Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Mar 20, 2006

A three week series looking at the cross cross from different perspectives.

A Journey to the Cross: A Tale of Two Rooms Idea: Let’s Make a Deal – behind door #1 or door #2 – in this passage of Scripture we find two different people in two different rooms with two completely different I Judas at Caiaphas’ House Mt.26:14-16 A Judas went to the chief priest under ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Crosswise

Contributed by Bill Guske on Nov 15, 2003

The message of the Cross contradicts everything people want God to be...it is crosswise to our culture. We should be cross wise too.

CROSSWISE March 26, 1995 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 Pastor Guske Please read the Bible text. This message of the cross contradicts everything that people want God to be. Yet the cross is the ultimate expression of who God is. The cross is contrary to human wisdom and reveals God’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Prince Of Peace Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Dec 31, 2011

Jesus, the Prince of Peace can bring peace to our troubled hearts.

World War One began just over 97 years ago. By the end of the war, 15 million would die, 20 million more wounded. It was the largest scale of casualties in human history. Just this year, the last combat veteran of what was called “The Great War” died. He was Claude Choules who ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Probelm With Carry-Ons Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Mar 20, 2014

The problem with carry-ons is that they restrict our Journey's freedom and hamper its progress.

“The Problem with Carry-Ons”” Zech. 3:1-5; Matthew 8:1-17 When we travel by air, we often cram as much as possible into a piece of carry-on luggage. While it may save time and the frustration of checking and retrieving baggage at the airport, it also slows us down. Because ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus: The Real Ironman

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 31, 2015

There are "Iron man" competitions of men & women. Only the toughest win. A recent movie captures the fighting spirit of a protector of mankind. But the ultimate "Ironman" is Jesus Christ, who faced the colossal specter of the cross, sin & death & overcame

JESUS: THE REAL IRONMAN John 19:16-18 INTRODUCTION: MODERN IRONMEN A. HUMOR: THE TUNNEL 1. Boudreaux and Thibodeaux were traveling on a train. They had packed sack lunches and at last they got hungry. 2. Boudreaux opened his sack and got out a banana. He peeled it back and prepared to take a ...read more

Scripture: John 19:16-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Tribute To A Mother"

Contributed by Danny Moss on May 10, 2012

This message reveals the compassion and love of Mary, the Mother of Jesus, for her Son, and His love and concern for her.He gave her an eternal tribute. It was His gift to her for all she meant to Him, and all that she endured as His Mother.

"Tribute to a Mother" Text-John 19:25-27 Danny Moss Introduction- This morning, I would like to preach a message that will give honor to all of our women, especially, our Mothers, ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

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

Joy To The Word Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Dec 28, 2011

Our final message in our Christmas joy series concludes with our understanding that the birth of Christ was the beginning of joy, the completion of it was performed on Calvary for our sins.

Joy Series, Part 4 Luke 2:1-21, John 19:28-30, Hebrews 12:2 Introduction “Joy to the World” MERRY CHRISTMAS!!! - Recap of last 3 week’s messages: - 1. What steals joy the fastest? The afflictions others bring upon us (gossip) - We all face accusations and rumors; esp. as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Forsaken For Us Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 16, 2004

Learn why Christ was forsaken on the cross.

FORSAKEN FOR US John 19:1-27 and Mark 15:33-34 We continue our series to prepare us for Easter. Two Sunday’s ago we looked at why Jesus had to suffer. Last week we saw how we can secure God’s forgiveness through Jesus’ death. This morning, we will look at the loneliness of Jesus on the cross ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:33-34, John 19:1-27

Denomination: *other

When God Sings Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 8, 2025

God rejoices over His children with singing; His unending melody of love began at creation, triumphed at Calvary, and continues through redeemed hearts

1 – The Unthinkable Sound We sing to God every Sabbath. We open our hymnals, follow the notes, and hope our voices find the right pitch before the second verse ends. Singing feels natural to us — after all, that’s what worshippers do. But Zephaniah flips the page. He says God sings. That’s not ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:17, Matthew 26:30, Revelation 15:3, Psalm 32:7, Isaiah 62:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

God's Love - The Heart Of Christmas

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 26, 2020

Love is defined by the giving of the Father, the sacrifice of the Son and the lives of the redeemed. God's love is made manifest at Christmas, at Calvary and in the redeemed people of God.

God’s Love, the Heart of Christmas 1 John 4:7-11 7 Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. 8 Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love. 9 This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-11, John 3:16-17, Philippians 2:6-8, Matthew 22:36-39

Denomination: Independent/Bible

He Could Have Saved Himself!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Dec 19, 2000

Their conclusion was this: "He saved others, but He can’t save himself!" That was their conclusion, a logical conclusion, but a false conclusion.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2016) TEXT: Matthew 21:1 11; Luke 19:39 40; John 12:19; Mark 15:25 32 A. Next Sunday is Palm Sunday, but since so much happened during His last week, we're going to look at Palm Sunday today. Then next week ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11, Mark 15:25-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Memorial Day - Remember

Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 25, 2024

This is a thematic message for Memorial Day.

Title: Memorial Day – Remember Script: Joshua 4:1-8 Type: Special Occasion Where: GNBC 5-24-09/RW 5-26-24 Intro: Most of you know that I love history. My grandfather instilled a love of history into me when I was a little boy. Although I enjoy going to the well known and important touristy ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible