Sermons on Cross And Glorification:

What Brings You To The Cross?

Contributed by Paul Norwood on Sep 21, 2015

A thought-provoking look at why we are present for worship on Sunday mornings.

“What Brings You To the Cross?” Text: Ephesians 2:14-18 I. Welcome II. Introduction Our theme of “Spiritually Clean in 2015” demands that we return frequently to the cross. I want us to spend some time this morning at Calvary reflecting on the crucifixion of our Savior. But, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:14-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Has God Crossed The Line?

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jan 19, 2015

We are fully known... and fully loved!

20150118 2nd Sunday after Epiphany B Title: Has God Crossed the Line? Text: Psalm 139 Thesis: We are fully known… and fully loved. Introduction Edward Snowden was so concerned about the way that NSA was invading the privacy of American citizens that he exposed a ton of the National ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Five Miracles From The Cross

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 31, 2016

God caused 5 miracles during the crucifixion: Darkness, Veil Torn, Earthquake, Graves Open, & Resurrections. 101 Romans believed and confessed. They'll make a believer out of you too!

FIVE MIRACLES FROM THE CROSS Matthew 27:45-53 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: NOTHING LIKE EXPERIENCE 1. There was once a very small man who applied for a job as a lumberjack out in the Pacific Northwest. He approached the boss (who was a big strapping brute) while he was chatting with a half dozen others ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-53

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Despising The Old Rugged Cross

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Feb 2, 2013

Despising The Old Rugged Cross

In one classic science fiction plot, antagonists attempt to gain control of the future by attempting to alter the past. Though it might not be as exciting as a Dalorian speeding at 88 miles per hour, maniacal forces in our own reality are attempting to accomplish nearly the same thing by ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:5-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Cross Through The Eyes Of Peter

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Feb 17, 2013

This is a dramatized sermon that focuses on the Apostle Peter in his early days with Jesus.

Note: This was as the beginning of a sermon series called "The Cross Through Many Eyes". It is a combination of Scripture and drama, written for one key actor, and two readers, who alternate reading the Scripture vignettes. The Scriptures are a combination of NIV and The Message paraphrase by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Jesus Accomplished On The Cross Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Jan 27, 2017

The meaning of the death of Jesus.

What Jesus accomplished on the cross If you can grasp the significance of what Christ accomplished for you in His Death on the Cross, your life will never be the same. That single revelation will open you up to a whole new world of limitless possibilities. You will have a new energy and life ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Seven Words From The Cross

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 14, 2017

A Good Friday sermon.

FIRST WORD: “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” Luke 23:34 I don’t suppose you’re surprised to hear Jesus forgive. That’s what he came to do. It was his mission just as a UN peacekeeper’s mission is to keep the peace, not stir up trouble. But what did Jesus mean: “…forgive ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34, Luke 23:43, John 19:26, Matthew 27:46, John 19:28, John 19:30, Luke 23:46  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Lutheran

Am I A Soldier Of The Cross

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 19, 2017

This is a message for Remembrance day or Veteran's Day. Christians need to display the same courage, dedication and commitment that the people in our Armed Forces display.

AM I A SOLDIER OF THE CROSS ROMANS 13:8-14 THE FACT THAT WE HAVE HONORED OUR VETERANS DURING OUR SERVICE THIS MORNING, ALONG WITH THE FACT THAT THE BIBLE USES MANY MILITARY ILLUSTRATIONS, LEADS US TO CONSIDER WHETHER OR NOT WE TRULY ARE SOLDIERS OF THE CROSS. WHEN I CONSIDER THOSE IN MILITARY ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

Why I Preach The Cross

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 23, 2017

I WANT TO SUGGEST TO YOU TODAY THAT THERE IS ONE RELATIONSHIP THAT HAS STOOD THE TEST OF TIME. WE CAN HAVE FULL ASSURANCE OF THE FUTURE BASED ON THE CROSS OF CHRIST. HE DOESN’T WANT US TO LIVE IN FEAR ABOUT THE FUTURE.

WHY I PREACH THE CROSS 1 CORINTHIANS 1:17-2:5 THERE IS A STORY ABOUT A LITTLE GIRL WHO PROUDLY WORE A SHINY CROSS ON A CHAIN AROUND HER NECK. ONE DAY SHE WAS APPROACHED BY A MAN WHO SAID TO HER, “LITTLE GIRL, DON’T YOU KNOW THAT THE CROSS JESUS DIED ON WASN’T BEAUTIFUL LIKE THE ONE YOU’RE ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Bear The Cross Of Self Denial"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 31, 2017

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

The Crowd That Gathered Around The Cross

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Mar 16, 2013

Matthew’s account of the crucifixion scene.

THE CROWD THAT GATHERED AROUND THE CROSS “And sitting down they watched Him there.” Matthew 27:36 KJV I. THE ROMAN SOLDIERS: “Then the soldiers of the governor took ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:36

Denomination: Baptist

Take Up Your Cross Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 19, 2013

As we work our walk to the cross for Easter celebration, We see many things that Jesus desires to teach us as we journey.

Take up your cross Matthew 16:21-16:28 Introduction- Good morning everyone Would you please turn to the book of Matthew chapter 16:21-16:28 We will begin today a mini series called “ Journey to the cross.” I hope to show you in God’s Word what the cross should mean to us as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Nazarene

Good Friday’s Cross

Contributed by Ken Pell on Mar 30, 2013

Four declarations of the cross; wrath is assuaged, forgiveness is offered, holiness is imparted, love is revealed.

Good Friday’s Cross 1 John 2:2 He is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours but also for the sins of the whole world. INTRO: There is a Puritan writer of centuries past who wrote a multi-volume theology book on this single verse. His premise and objective throughout the work ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:2

Denomination: Nazarene

Crossing Jordan! Bringing It Home!

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Apr 2, 2013

There comes a time in our lives when we have to step out and step up in our faith at life's challenges but we can succeed as we move in obedience to His Word and Spirit

Joshua 1:1-9 KJV Now after the death of Moses the servant of the LORD it came to pass, that the LORD spake unto Joshua the son of Nun, Moses' minister, saying, 2 Moses my servant is dead; now therefore arise, go over this Jordan, thou, and all this people, unto the land which I do give to them, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You A Crossed Eyed Christain

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Aug 23, 2012

The collision at the cross was so powerful that the sky darkened and the Earth shook.

Matthew 27:36-54 Psalm 85:10 Large Hadron Collider (LHC) (The world’s largest and highest-energy partial accelerator.) It is located on the Swiss border near Geneva. The racetrack is 17 miles long and 575 feet underground. There were fears that black-holes would form and destroy the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:36-54

Denomination: Pentecostal