Sermons on Comfortable Cross:

The Knowledge That Saves Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 27, 2004

Isaiah tells us that "by His knowledge... he will justify many." What kind of knowledge is this and what can it mean to us. Powerful application.

OPEN: It was a retirement dinner and the speaker stood up and began to make remarks about the man they were honoring that night. He opened with these words: "Tonight we honor a man who doesn’t know the meaning of the word dissemble, who doesn’t know the meaning of the word fear, who doesn’t know ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:10-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Understand

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Mar 23, 2012

The three words "I Am Thirsty" speak volumes to us today.

I Understand John 19:28-29 Intro: Easter is almost here. Two more weeks and it will be upon us. We have spent the last several weeks looking at the cross of Jesus and the last words of our Savior on that cross. This morning we are going to look at the shortest saying as they are called. . I want ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-29

Denomination: Baptist

A Command For Strength And Courage Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Aug 7, 2018

Strength, Courage, Crossing Into New Territory

WORDS FOR LIFE - A Command for Strength & Courage August 12, 2018 Joshua 1:9 (p. 147) Introduction: Franklin Delano Roosevelt was elected four times to be President of the United States of America…He ascended to this place of leadership after fighting the corruption of a ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why The Resurrection Is So Very Important Series

Contributed by Brett Crosson on May 10, 2019

The resurrection of Christ is so very important to us as believers. Here’ s why.

1 Cor 15 3 For what I received I passed on to you as of first importance: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, 4 that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures, 5 and that he appeared to Cephas, and then to the Twelve. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Does His Cross Have Enemies? (Good Friday Sermon 2020)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 17, 2021

As Christians, when we talk about the cross we are talking about the place where the “lamb of God”, was slain to take away the sins of the world! (John 1:29). The Cross is where the sin of man, the wages of death and the fear of death were destroyed by God’s love once and for all.

John 19:23-24  New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) 23 When the soldiers had crucified Jesus, they took his clothes and divided them into four parts, one for each soldier. They also took his tunic; now the tunic was seamless, woven in one piece from the top. 24 So they said to ...read more

Scripture: John 19:23-24

Denomination: United Methodist

No, Never Alone

Contributed by Jeremiah Parker on Mar 6, 2008

Comfort from the Psalms for those who struggle with loneliness.

No, Never Alone Intro song – Stand By Me Psalm 139:1-12 After a ship sank in the ocean, three men ended up stranded in a lifeboat. They floated around for days without food or water. One afternoon a bottle floated up to the boat. The men grabbed the bottle and when they pulled the cork out of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Nevertheless Of His Surrendering Series

Contributed by Steve Wilson on Jun 6, 2012

This is the third 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 SURRENDERING Matthew 26:36-46 “Oh My Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me; nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt.” (verse 39) Introduction • Peggy Haymes wrote the following poem entitled Good Friday Gossip He never did things ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Baptist

Perspectives On Suffering, Part 2 Series

Contributed by Kenneth Mitchell on Jan 31, 2008

Focuses on how God uses the comfort He gives to us in our afflictions so that we might comfort and encourage others in their faith.

PERSPECTIVES ON SUFFERING, Part 2 January 27, 2008 Series: 2 Corinthians- Strength through Weakness 2 Corinthians 1:3-7 Introduction- C.S. Lewis said that God speaks to us our well being, but shouts to us in our sufferings… I don’t think he means that God raises his voice… I think he ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:4-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Mission Of The Church

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Oct 10, 2001

If we were going to compose a mission statement for our congregation, what do you suppose it should say? What is our mission?

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX If we were going to compose a mission statement for Central Christian Church, what do you suppose it should say? What is our mission? Well, let me suggest that the mission of the church is very simple. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Hit The Bulls Eye Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Aug 12, 2011

We cannot be on target with God unless we have the courage to grab hold of the gracious realities of peace with God.

“Between the Lines: How to Hit the Bull’s Eye” Romans 5:1-11 During my high school years I spent two summers working as a counselor at the local YMCA Day Camp. In that capacity I was often an instructor – including teaching archery. Being totally inexperienced in that field, I quickly learned that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Dust

Contributed by William Nieporte on Feb 4, 2013

Sermon preached at a community Good Friday service in Richmond, Virginia

DUST “Good Friday Community Meditation” I don’t know what things have been like around your house, but around the Nieporte’s’ household, we’ve been focusing on SPRING CLEANING. Now throughout the year we do clean the house. We mop floors, vacuum the carpet, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Drawing Near To God During Lent

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Mar 15, 2021

During Lent we look at our hearts and ask God to cleanse and refresh us in our walk with Him. As we do so, God speaks to us and draws us near to Him. What was on Jesus' mind as he drew near to the cross?

March 14, 2021 Sermon - John 10:27-39 We are drawing nearer each week to the cross. We’ve been on this Lenten journey together since Ash Wednesday, and many of us have been connecting each day through our Daily Lenten Devotional videos. If you’ve joined us for those daily reflections you have ...read more

Scripture: John 10:27-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

First Aid To The Wounded

Contributed by Dana Chau on Oct 22, 2002

What to do and what not to do when comforting the wounded

Last week we had our 22nd Church Anniversary celebration, and celebrations are an important part of life. But celebrations rarely make up the majority of our lives. Most of our lives are made of up work, sprinkled with some successes and some defeats. The goal is to focus on the destination and ...read more

Scripture: Job 4:1

Denomination: *other

All That Jesus Did Is All That I Need

Contributed by Rick George on Mar 19, 2009

We’re no longer under the reign of the enemy - Christ is victorious through the Cross.

The devil wants us to be spiritual couch potatoes. He wants us to be satisfied and content with mediocrity. He doesn’t want us to dream radical dreams, to think revolutionary thoughts, to think of the impossibilities becoming possibilities. The devil wants us to pursue prosperity, security and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discipleship Matters: Sharing The Gospel Boldly (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jun 6, 2021

A disciple is one who understands the Gospel clearly and shares it boldly.

Discipleship Matters: Sharing the Gospel Boldly (Part 2) 2 Corinthians 5:11-21 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 06-06–202 A Bible for Penn Jillette  Penn Jillette is one part of the magician duo Penn and Teller. He’s an author, thinker, inventor, and outspoken atheist. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14-21

Denomination: Baptist