Sermons on Carrying Cross:

"The Old Rugged Cross"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Oct 3, 2014

The old rugged cross reaches, reasons, reaps, and redeems humanity.

“The Old Rugged Cross” I found this description of what it was like to be a victim of the Cross • Crucifixion was one of the most cruel and barbarous forms of death known to man. It was practiced, especially in times of war, by the Phoenicians, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18

Denomination: Methodist

A Blood-Stained Gospel Series

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Feb 27, 2016

To abandon the blood-stained cross is to abandon the power of the gospel.

INTRO: 1. Mel Gibson’s movie called “The Passion of the Christ” has stirred a great deal of response throughout our nation…some I truly expected, some I find more disturbing. a. It came as no surprise to me when the press, which glorifies the filth and immorality of ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Simon Of Cyrene - The Unexpected Cross

Contributed by Jay Mccluskey on Mar 12, 2012

This is a narrative sermon that shares a story about Simon of Cyrene. Several points of observation are at the end of the message. Rightfully utilized, the "story telling" methodology is an effective format for communication.

THE UNEXPECTED CROSS (Sermons2012: Simon of Cyrene Narrative) 3/11/2012 a.m. Mark 15:21 A theologian said the cross of Jesus is like a diamond because the more angles you can look at it the greater your appreciation. Over the next two weeks we are going to look at the cross from different ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:21

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross We Take Up Series

Contributed by Mike Lewis on Dec 27, 2022

These men had taken up their cross to follow Jesus. And that is the title of our sermon this morning. The Cross We Take Up.

WELCOME & INTRODUCTION THROUGH THE GATES OF SPLENDOR It was the summer of 1950 when Jim Elliot learned of the Auca Indians and many of the Quichua tribes living throughout the jungles of Ecuador. He was asked to consider a calling to preach the Gospel to these people. After learning their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-25, Romans 12:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Take Up Your Cross Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Jesus calls us to take up our cross, which means embracing the pain, loneliness, and partnership that comes with following Him. The journey may be difficult, but the reward is worth it.

Today, we're gonna talk about something taking up our crosses, and I've got a cool object lesson to help us understand it better. But first, let's dive into the message. You know, life can be pretty hard sometimes, right? Jesus actually told us that we'd face some tough times. Check out what He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24, John 16:33

Topics: Discipleship, Spiritual Sacrifice, Divine Love, Redemption

Crossing Into The Land Of Great Miracles

Contributed by Steven Kellett on Feb 2, 2003

As Joshua leads Israel into the Promised Land, we see the three landmarks that we pass on the way ot the Land of Big Dreams and Great Miracles.

Then Joshua rose early in the morning; and he and all the sons of Israel set out from Shittim and came to the Jordan, and they lodged there before they crossed. 2At the end of three days the officers went through the midst of the camp; 3and they commanded the people, saying, “When you see the ark ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Take Up Your Cross Series

Contributed by Richard White on Mar 22, 2012

Does not sound very appealing in winning people to Christ. WE understand in dying we gain.

Take up the Cross Luke 9:23 Not a Fan series In church planting we employ several marketing tips from the business world. One of the biggest marketing tips is to have a great slogan. Make your product so appealing the public will see that they cannot live without it. Lets see how that works I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon # 13 - The Way Of The Cross Part 2 - Standing Around The Cross Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 10, 2025

Around the cross of Jesus were many people and it is interesting to note how each of them responded to the Savior’s cruel death. We must examine ourselves too to make sure that we truly understand and value what the Loving Lord Jesus did for us on our behalf on the cross of Calvary.

We read in John 19:17-18, He went out, carrying his cross, and came to "The Place of the Skull," as it is called. (In Hebrew it is called "Golgotha.") There they crucified him; and they also crucified two other men, one on each side, with Jesus between them. (GNB) That day when ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1, Psalm 63:1-2, John 19:23-24, Matthew 5:6, John 19:19-22, Mark 15:29-31, Romans 2:24, Proverbs 10:19, Matthew 27:38, Luke 23:42-43, John 19:17-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

The Face Of Favor: Simon Of Cyrene Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 27, 2012

“Where you there when they crucified my Lord?” Simon of Cyrene was. He was one of the faces beneath the cross, and we will find that he was highly favored by God. He carried the cross to Golgotha, where Jesus was crucified.

4/19/03 The Face of Favor: Simon of Cyrene Text: “Then they compelled a certain man, Simon a Cyrenian, the father of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:15-25

Denomination: Baptist

Take Up Your Cross Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Mar 14, 2022

What does it look like to deny ourselves, take up our cross and follow Jesus?

[IMAGE] Philippine Passion Play - practice of literally crucifying people (voluntarily). The practice began in 1962 after a popular play about Jesus’ death. One man, Ruben Enaje, (as of 2019) had been hung on a cross 33 times. Many men and women have voluntarily submitted to temporary crucifixion ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Can Cross The Line

Contributed by Peter Balogun on Nov 23, 2004

There are factors that set a limit line to people in life. Many keep marching on this line but cannot cross to the other side. this message will help give you the push you need to get to the other side of life.

YOU CAN CROSS THE LINE TEXT: ACTS 3:1-10 No matter where you are now, there’s somewhere better where you can be tomorrow. Every position has its own allocation. Until your position changes, your allocation remains the same. God is set to take you to the other side of life, are you ready to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

One More River To Cross

Contributed by James May on May 2, 2010

We will all face our Jordan River. The story of Israel's crossing will help us be prepared.

One More River to Cross Sunday, May 02, 2010 – AM By Pastor James May There’s an old song that goes like this: I’ve had a lot troubles and trials in my little life span, When I’m standing alone and the battle gets hot I’m always doing the best I can, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

It's Time To Cross The Jordan Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Sep 13, 2015

You might have been wandering in the wilderness for many years, lost and going about in circles. It is time to cross the Jordan Rive and live a life of victory claiming your inheritance in Christ. We will study the three things you must do to cross.

SCRIPTURE READING: Joshua 3:1-8 (NIV) 3 Early in the morning Joshua and all the Israelites set out from Shittim and went to the Jordan, where they camped before crossing over. 2 After three days the officers went throughout the camp, 3 giving orders to the people: “When you see the ark of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene

Have You Crossed The Jordan? Series

Contributed by Dr. Larry Petton on Feb 16, 2019

The Lord has personally invited you to enter His rest and discover His strength. But you will have to “cross over the Jordan” in your spiritual life to experience the reality of that truth.

HAVE YOU CROSSED THE JORDAN? Text: Joshua 3 Dr. Larry Petton _______________________________________________________________________ SCRIPTURE TEXT – JOSHUA 3:5-17 5 Joshua told the people, “Consecrate yourselves, for tomorrow the Lord will do amazing things among you.” 6 Joshua said to the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:5-17, Acts 10:38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Time To Bear Your Cross

Contributed by Ricky Johnson on Mar 15, 2003

Are we willing to bear the cross of Jesus even in the face of persecution?

I have thought long and hard about today’s sermon. This particular topic has been mulling around in my mind for several months. In light of certain incidents over the past few weeks, that “still small voice” down inside told me that now is the right time. Several phrases in today’s gospel ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: United Methodist