Sermons on Cross And Crown:

The Ark - A Portrait Of Christ Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Dec 30, 2000

The historical flood points to the spiritual truth of Jesus’ redemption on the cross. This sermon looks at the message we are taught in the flood.

The Ark - a Portrait of the Cross One thing that is vital to understanding scripture is to keep the end in mind as you study. If you lose sight of the big picture, you will miss the spiritual applications or be in danger of taking scripture out of context. God is working out His plan and He sees ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 8:7-12, John 14:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Treasure Hunt (Part 2) -The Power Of His Blood Series

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Jan 9, 2001

Discover the power of the blood of Jesus in your life.

Part II - The Power of His Blood ~ Blood is Thicker Than Water! I. Text: Revelation 12:7-12 A. There is little that the devil knows about the future. But, one thing’s for sure, he knows his own fate. He knows that his time is short! B. We overcame him by the blood of the Lamb! C. Too many are ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:7-12

Discovering Your Inheritance (Through Redemption) Series

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Jan 9, 2001

Discover Your Inheritance Through the Redemptive Work of Jesus Christ!

Introduction In this study, we will begin to recognize and realize our position within the body of Christ. We will also discover the treasures of authority and blessings paid for and afforded to us through the redemptive work of the cross. We will, specifically, focus on the promises given in the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:2-11

Forgiveness Unlimited Series

Contributed by Philip Makari on Jan 16, 2001

The second word from the cross speaks of God’s unconditioal love in Christ, his forgiveness and acceptance of the worst of sinners.

FORGIVENESS UNLIMITED Text: “I tell you the truth, today you will be with me in paradise.” Luke 23:43 INTRODUCTION It is no accident that the Savior of humanity was crucified between two criminals. From eternity past, God had planned the time, the place, the method and the circumstances ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:43

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Will You Do With Love?

Contributed by Brian Credille on Jan 17, 2001

Matthew uses three electric contrasts to jolt us into recognizing three ways that people respond to the Love of Jesus.

"WHAT WILL YOU DO WITH LOVE?" Matthew 26:1-16 INTRODUCTION Today begins an eight-week series that will lead us from the days just prior to Jesus’ death to the empty tomb. We call these events, "The Passion of Jesus." Here we see unfold His intense love for us all. Matthew begins with three ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The First Gospel

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jan 25, 2001

A devotion for students of Genesis

We find God’s first proclamation of a Messiah, a Christ, a Savior, in Genesis 3:15. “And I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your seed and her seed; He shall bruise you on the head, and you shall bruise him on the heel” In this very early portion of scripture we see, of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:15

Denomination: Orthodox

Two Thieves Of Calvary (A Biblical Illustration Of Salvation)

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Jan 27, 2001

The two thieves on the cross illustrate the issue of salvation for the entire human race: that salvation is a choice by placing your faith alone in Christ alone.

TWO THIEVES OF CALVARY (A BIBLICAL ILLUSTRATION OF SALVATION) Luke 23:32, 39-43; Matt. 27:41-44) [HTML formatted version and handouts are located ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:41-44, Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Precious Blood Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Charles Mccall on Nov 12, 2001

The blood of Jesus Christ is a precious thing

The blood of Jesus Christ is such a precious thing. The blood of Jesus Christ is a precious thing because the blood of Jesus Christ is of the color red, but yet it can wash you white as snow. In this message,I want to point out at least 7 reasons why the blood of Jesus Christ is so ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

"Our Servant King"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 18, 2001

Jesus gives us the perfect model of a servant leader.

LUKE 23:33-43 “OUR SERVANT KING” BY: Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA There is a song by the rock band, Gethro Tulle in which some of the lyrics say something like this, “If Jesus saves, why didn’t He save Himself?” And unfortunately, I’m afraid ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43

Denomination: United Methodist

Christ, Priest Of The New Covenant

Contributed by William Baeta on Oct 24, 2003

“But because Jesus lives for ever, He has a permanent priesthood. Therefore He is able to save completely those who come to God through Him, because He always lives to intercede for them ” Heb. 7:24-25.

Theme: Christ priest of the new covenant Text: Deut. 6:2-6; Heb. 7:23-28; Mark 12:28-34 Covenants established by blood sacrifices, from the beginning of the Scriptures in the Garden of Eden to its end in heaven, are a constant testimony of God’s grace. Just as fallen man was clothed with the skin ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-14, Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Walk With The Servant Series

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Mar 13, 2003

Jesus’ humble love that stooped to wash his disciples feet has stooped to the cross to wash us clean from the dirt of our daily sins in the fountain filled with his blood, so that our attitude is changed to apologize and serve others in humble love.

Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ. The Word of God through which the Holy Spirit touches our hearts are the words of Jesus, recorded in John 13 [Jesus] began to was the disciples’ feet and to dry them with the towel that was tied around Him. He came to Simon ...read more

Scripture: John 13:5-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Remedy For Rebellion Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Mar 25, 2003

The remedy for rebellion against God is found in the one who was lifted up on the cross.

Remedy for Rebellion In the 70s, when I was studying for my Ph.D at the University of Iowa, one of the books I studied was titled Why Men Rebel (Princeton 1970). In it the author, Ted Robert Gurr, tries to explain why riots, rebellions, and civil wars occur. He cites statistics of nations that ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:9-14

Denomination: Brethren

Tres Horas De La Oscuridad

Contributed by Gary Huckaby on Mar 25, 2003

Cuándo Jesús estaba en la cruz, había tres horas de la oscuridad. ¿Qué es los elementos de esa oscuridad, y qué acontecieron durante esa oscuridad?

TRES HORAS DE la OSCURIDAD Por Gary Huckaby D evangelista. D. [Texto actual] Matthew 27:45-52 "Ahora de la sexta hora había la oscuridad en total la tierra a la novena hora. ¿Y acerca de la novena hora Jesús lloró con una voz fuerte, decir, Eli, Eli, sabachthani de lama? eso deberá decir, Mi ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-53

Denomination: Baptist

Darkness Then Liberation On Good Friday.

Contributed by John Gullick on Apr 22, 2003

A sermon that considers the three hours of darkness at easter and the liberation that follows. Closes with a story from Sermon Central resources.

Just a few days ago the city of Baghdad was plunged into darkness - the wailing of bombs and sirens was followed a complete blackout of the city - hospitals - homes and army posts alike were dependent on the moon - candles and the flash of light from fearful bombs. At that point in the war that it ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:32-62

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Sense Of Accomplishment

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Apr 29, 2003

What did Jesus feel in the pre-dawn darkness as He stood outside the empty tomb? Elation, a sense of victory? Yes, but even moreso, a sense of accomplishment for what He had done.

Passage: Isaiah 53:10-12 Intro: It has to be one of the greatest feelings there is. 1. you fill in the last figure on the spreadsheet and click on “print” 2. you finish the last part of the wall, clean up the mess, and then stand back to admire the new look because of the paint you have app. 3. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:10-12

Denomination: Evangelical Free