Sermons about Carrying The Cross

"Bear The Cross Of Self Denial"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 31, 2017

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The sermon is based on the idea of dying by denying self and considering the needs of others in order to be a true disciple of Jesus.

“Bear the Cross by Self Denial” Matthew 16:21-28 • It was bad enough for the disciples to hear that Jesus would suffer, be rejected, and die on a cross. Now Jesus told them that they must do the same thing. The cross was an instrument of death it had no other purpose • “Cross bearing does ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Methodist

Concerns From The Cross-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 19, 2011

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2 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-II 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: Matthew 27:46-50

Denomination: Baptist

The Nevertheless Of His Commitment Series

Contributed by Steve Wilson on Jun 6, 2012

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This is the second sermon in a series about Jesus being The Great Nevertheless. He keeps wonderfully surprising us. Using the Lord’s "nevertheless" statement in the KJV we get a delightful glimpse of our awesome Savior.

THE NEVERTHELESS OF HIS COMMITMENT Luke 13:31-35 KJV Introduction • [Illus] – About 2,300 years ago Alexander the Great marched his army from Greece to India. Though the distance was long, his army was unstoppable. The only reason he stopped was that his men became homesick and wanted to return ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:31-35

Denomination: Baptist

Easter Sunday - The Promise Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 20, 2015

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The Supernatural Stream of God’s Promise. It was in the power of the risen Christ that the early Christians went forth to change the world and we are called to do the same.

It’s Easter Sunday again. This morning we celebrate that Jesus is Alive. We celebrate because of His death on the Cross that means our sins can be forgiven. We celebrate because He rose from the grave and defeated death so that we might live. This month we are considering together the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Thinking About Jesus On The Cross

Contributed by David Nolte on Apr 10, 2016

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Considering what Jesus bore for us on the cross

“Thinking About Jesus On The Cross” Isaiah 53 David P. Nolte What a great song! What a great truth! “When He was on the cross I was on His mind.” We are still always on His mind! But the question is, “Is Jesus on OUR minds?” Is He in our thoughts ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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Life Begins At The Cross Of Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024

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This sermon explores the significance of Christ's crucifixion, emphasizing its role in human redemption and the transformative power of suffering through divine grace.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. Isn't it a blessing to be gathered here today, in the presence of our Creator, our Redeemer, our Sustainer? We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here to honor Him, to learn from Him, and to be transformed by His word. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:4-5

Topics: Power, Cross

We Will Not Fear Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Mar 15, 2011

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Jesus died on the cross to defeat Satan and to set us free to live for God.

Series Introduction: We are counting down to Easter. It’s the highest day in the church year. However, there is only one way to arrive at the empty tomb of Easter Sunday. We need to travel to Jesus’ cross. We are discovering the blessings we receive because Jesus died on the cross. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-15

Denomination: Wesleyan

From Calvary To Victory Series

Contributed by Tamela Walker on Sep 12, 2023

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The Trial, The Cross, The Grave, The Resurrection

Last week's message addressed The Anointing, The Entrance, The Garden, and the Betrayal, known as the beginning of the Holy Week, The Journey to the cross. Gave us a clear picture of Jesus as not only our Savior but also as a human. Now let us encounter this topic today From Calvary to Victory, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Encounters: The Thief On The Cross Series

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Aug 30, 2004

based on 38 ratings

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This is about Jesus’ encounter with the criminal next to him.

Read Luke 23:39-43 using Lectio Divina method. Can you see it? Can you visualize the scene? Can you see the blood and the agony? Can you hear the mockers? Experience the moment. There are some things we can take away from this.  REVILING the REDEEMER This reflects the words of Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Wesleyan

Psalm 22 - Jesus On The Cross Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Aug 29, 2019

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"My God, My God, why have you forsaken me?" Jesus' terrible cry on the cross is answered in Psalm 22.

For Sermon Central researchers: I have posted a series of 15 sermons on the Psalms. In recent personal studies I have found the psalms to be richer and more thought-provoking than I had fully appreciated. I had too often swept swiftly through psalms without slowing down to inquire as thoroughly as ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-31, Psalm 22:1, Psalm 22:21, Luke 1:46-55, Acts 7:53, Galatians 3:19, John 16:13-14, Isaiah 59:1-2 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

One More River To Cross

Contributed by James May on Jan 18, 2006

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We crossed the Red Sea in Salvation and Baptism. Now we are walking through the wilderness on the road to the Promised Land, but we have one more river to cross before we get home. Are you ready for the crossing?

ONE MORE RIVER TO CROSS By Pastor Jim May There is an old song that we once sang that went like this: There’s one more river to cross; one more mountain to climb One more valley that I have to walk through Then I’ll leave my troubles behind One more battle with the devil, and I know He’ll ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:15-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Take Up Your Cross

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Sep 9, 2010

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To seek after God, to follow His ways, means we must believe that His is – ever present, all knowing, all powerful.

Take Up Your Cross ACT up part 3 12/27/09 AM Text: Luke 9:34-35 INTRODUCTION We began this month considering “our year in review”, the need to examine ourselves to ensure we are in the faith of Jesus (2 Corinthians 13:5.) We have learned there is great value in examining ourselves and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:34-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus On The Cross - A Christmas Message

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Dec 1, 2019

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Exploring the Purpose of Christ's birth

Message/Devotion December 1, 2019 Jesus On the Cross – A Christmas Message Luke 23:33-43 The reading “When they came to the place called the Skull, they crucified him there, along with the criminals—one on his right, the other on his left. Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Take Up Your Cross

Contributed by Einar Kristoffersen on Sep 9, 2008

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To live the christian life

TAKE UP YOUR CROSS Matthew 16:24-27 24 Then Jesus said to His disciples, "If anyone wishes to come after Me, he must deny himself, and take up his cross and follow Me. 25 "For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it; but whoever loses his life for My sake will find it. 26 "For what will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-27

Denomination: Lutheran

Take Up Your Cross

Contributed by Helen Allen on Mar 12, 2006

based on 19 ratings

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The storms and trials of life are part of the process of God building us into his kingdom.

Imagine a situation where a homeless man is begging on the streets of London. A well-dressed man in a stretch limo pulls up next to him and offers him a job as vice-president of his company. You might think that sounds like a fairy tale; but that is exactly what God has done for us. We don’t ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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