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  • ROBERT SIMMONS avatar

    Testimony Of The Soldier

    Contributed by Robert Simmons on Mar 30, 2002
    based on 179 ratings
     | 5,283 views

    This sermon was preached on Easter 2002 as I was dressed in a Roman Centurion Soldier costume. I preached the sermon as the soldier that was an eyewitness to the events of the first Easter.

    Easter Sunday 2002; Sermon delivered in Roman Centurion Costume What a strange religion these followers of Jesus Christ profess. Giving their money to the poor, helping the rejected, believing a virgin can have a son, and that a man raised from the dead. That’s the impression we all have when we ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Steve Wilson avatar

    At The Foot Of The Cross

    Contributed by Steve Wilson on Apr 2, 2013
    based on 1 rating
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    What was it like to watch Jesus die? It would be great to hear from someone who was there. Let's hear from the centurion in charge of that crucifixion.

    AT THE FOOT OF THE CROSS [Monologue – Centurion] Introduction The old spiritual asks the question, “Were you there when they crucified my Lord?” Of course, physically, that is impossible since Jesus died on the cross nearly 2,000 years ago. Yet you do understand that He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Certainly -- At A Distance

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 18, 2003
    based on 36 ratings
     | 4,905 views

    For Good Friday: sometimes we no longer see things because we are too close to them. The disciples saw the cross "at a distance", but the centurion saw it through his callousness, cynicism, and skepticism, and affirmed, "Certainly".

    Sometimes when you are too close to something you cannot see it. Or at least you cannot recognize what it is. You can be so close that you do not know what you are looking at. You need somebody else to give you a fresh perspective. My wife and I buy grocery items when they are on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James May avatar

    Born Free

    Contributed by James May on Jul 2, 2008
    based on 29 ratings
     | 9,607 views

    The Centurion had purchased his freedom at a great price, but Paul was born free. Our freedom has been purchased at great price by the blood of Jesus Christ.

    Born Free Wednesday, July 2, 2008 By Pastor Jim May Acts 22:25-28, "And as they bound him with thongs, Paul said unto the centurion that stood by, Is it lawful for you to scourge a man that is a Roman, and uncondemned? When the centurion heard that, he went and told the chief captain, saying, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • John Gaston avatar

    The Cross Made The Difference

    Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 24, 2024
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     | 2,384 views

    The Cross of Jesus made a difference for BARABBAS, for THE DYING THIEF, and for the CENTURION. It changed their lives, their direction, and gave them a vision of eternity. Has the Cross of Jesus made a change in your life?

    THE CROSS MADE THE DIFFERENCE Colossians 1:19-21 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: COMING UP SHORT 1. A man retired from British royal service. Three years later he was invited back to a party. He saw a woman across the hall that he recognized. 2. Suddenly her eyes fell on him, she smiled and started ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    "The Day That God Dropped His Jaw!"

    Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Jun 14, 2004
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     | 3,821 views

    If you had followed Jesus around during his earthly walk, each day I am sure that you would have had a reason to marvel over and over again. On this occasion we read that Jesus marveled at the faith of the centurion.

    Title: “The day God dropped his jaw!” If you had followed Jesus around during his earthly walk, each day I am sure that you would have had a reason to marvel at his "amazing grace." You would have been awed by his wisdom and the majesty of his miracles. On this occasion we read that Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Seeing Through The Darkness Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Feb 22, 2009
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     | 6,136 views

    This is a time of profound darkness, when many things we have depended on fail. We may be among the curious crowd or the concerned companions, but we will eventually see. Who will be the next converted centurion?

    When you are suddenly plunged into darkness, that darkness is profound, and you cannot see anything. But wait a while, let your eyes adjust, and if there is a glimmer of light anywhere, you will begin to see and you will make your way through. The darkness will not be quite as dismal as you first ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Shouts From The Savior

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2018
     | 7,931 views

    The holiness of God recoils from even the smallest sin. When God the Father looked down and saw His Son on the cross, He didn’t see His Son; He saw the sin that He was bearing.

    [Read these passages with lights off] Zephaniah 1:14-15: “The great day of the LORD is near, near and hastening fast; the sound of the day of the LORD is bitter; the mighty man cries aloud there. A day of wrath is that day, a day of distress and anguish, a day of ruin and devastation, a day of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Donald Whitchard avatar

    The Final Hours Of The Lord Jesus -From Golgotha To The Grave (For Now) Series

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jul 19, 2021
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    The Lord Jesus is in His last moments of agony and pain, both physically and spiritually as He completes His mission of redemption for fallen humanity. It looked on the surface, however, like a victory for his enemies and the devil as He died and was placed in a borrowed tomb, or so it would seem.

    (Adapted from an outline by Mark A. Copeland) Following a night and morning of torture, ridicule, and mockery, Jesus was taken away to be crucified (Mark 14:53-15:25). For six long, horrendous, cruel hours He hung on the cross, and to add insult to injury, He heard the continuing mockery ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Wallis avatar

    The Faith Of A Soldier Series

    Contributed by Charles Wallis on Nov 9, 2007
    based on 52 ratings
     | 62,016 views

    Veterans are very special people. It takes great faith to be a soldier. The Roman Centurion demonstrated what great faith is and what a difference great faith makes.

    THE FAITH OF A SOLDIER Veterans Day November 11, 2007 Pastor Charlie Wallis Rosamond, CA Text: Matthew 8:5-13 Today, our nation honors men and women who have served our country. Even today, veterans are coming home from war with scars, injuries, and some of them are having a very hard time. Did ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Spiritual Discernment Series

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Sep 22, 2009
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     | 8,547 views

    Peter is called upon to make a judgment: Is this man, the Centurion for real, or not? To accurately make the decision that is before him, Peter must set aside the ways he has discerned before, and he must step out in faith.

    In our Scripture this morning, we see that Peter has a vision where a blanket full of different kinds of food and a voice announces, Get up, Peter. Kill and eat.” “Surely not, Lord!” Peter replies. “I have never eaten anything impure or unclean.” Peter is very careful about what he eats, and with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • John Gaston avatar

    The Cross Made The Difference

    Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 22, 2016
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     | 10,778 views

    There were three people who were present during the trial & crucifixion who were profoundly influenced by Jesus; Barabbas, the Dying Thief, and the Centurion and his men. It was the Cross of Jesus that made the difference!

    THE CROSS MADE THE DIFFERENCE Colossians 1:19-21 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: CALL FROM ALMIGHTY GOD 1. A pastor was working late on a Saturday night at the Almighty God Tabernacle. Around 10:00 PM he decided to call his wife before he left for home. 2. Although the pastor let the phone ring several ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Keith Manry avatar

    Evidence Demands A Verdict

    Contributed by Keith Manry on Mar 29, 2007
    based on 44 ratings
     | 12,869 views

    This is part V in the series - 24. It is a first person narrative account from the perspective of the centurion at the cross. WARNING: It is graphic! The preaching idea: the evidence has been presented. What will you do with it?

    “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him shall not perish but have everlasting life.” Ultimately, that’s what the final 24 hours in Jesus’ life are about – God’s plan to redeem us to buy us back. We’ve heard from four characters who ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Andrew Dixon avatar

    Sermon # 7 - Obedience To Spiritual Authority Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 19, 2024
     | 1,225 views

    Submission to God ordained authority and obedience to God are important principles we should follow in order to experience God’s amazing provision in our lives. Here are some great examples from the bible who will help us put this principle into practice in our own lives.

    Let us read 2 Corinthians 9:8, “Besides, God is able to make every blessing of yours overflow for you, so that in every situation you will always have all you need for any good work.” (ISV) As we continue to study the word ‘overflowing’ we realize that the scripture does not talk about this ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    The Providence And Protection Of God Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 18, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,809 views

    God in His providence provided the help Paul would need, through his nephew, the centurion and the commander. God protected Paul with 470 soldiers against the 40 men who wanted to kill him. God is in control of our trials.

    LET US PRAY: Grant us the faith to believe you and trust you fully, for all that you’ve revealed to us in your holy Word. May we be enlightened by your Word again and be encouraged today. Bless this time, we pray, in Jesus’ Name, AMEN. --------------- We saw last week how Paul was rescued from ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible