Sermons on Cross And Glorification:

Jesus Fulfilled His Mission Series

Contributed by Robert Galasso on Mar 14, 2002

Jesus did exactly what he came to earth to do by setting us free forever and connecting us directly to God the Father.

Introduction: The entire focus of the life and ministry of our Lord was to set us free and connect us forever with his Father. In this passage, we are brought face to face with both the human suffering of Jesus and the eternal triumph of Jesus. No, he did not die and early death. Why? He ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Glory Of Grace

Contributed by Mark Lantz on Mar 16, 2002

An indepth look at Paul the Apostle’s theme of ministry which centered around the cross of Christ

The Glory of Grace Galatians 6:14 Broadway Assembly - March 17, 2002 I. Introduction A. Without a doubt – Paul one of the most predominant and premier preachers of the NT Era 1. Wrote majority of the epistles 2. Founded more churches than any other apostle 3. Traveled countless miles in ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sunday Is Here, But Monday Is Coming

Contributed by Peter Mclewin on Mar 18, 2002

At the end of each day of the Holy Week, Jesus withdrew from the city and then returned in the morning with a fresh symbol of who He was. On Monday He used a fig tree to teach a powerful lesson about spiritual fruit.

While in Israel last month (March 2001) I once again had the privilege of walking down the Mount of Olives in a manner similar to that which Jesus did so many years ago on Palm Sunday. I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of that view of city. It is, without a doubt, the best approach to the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

"So Great A Salvation. So Perfect A Sacrifice."

Contributed by Quintin Morrow on Mar 19, 2002

A message on the sufficiency of the atoning death of Jesus Christ on the cross.

"So Great a Salvation. So Perfect a Sacrifice" Hebrews 10:1-25 The Rev’d Quintin Morrow Preached at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Fort Worth March 17, 2002 In the waning decades of the first century before the of birth Christ a Roman poet and dramatist named Quintus Horatius Flaccus wrote to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-25, Romans 6:9-10

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Revelation Of The Son Of God Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 19, 2002

how Jesus met the true challenge to be the Son of God on God’s terms - not man’s

The Revelation of the Son of God Matthew 27: Two robbers were crucified with him, one on his right and one on his left. 39 Those who passed by hurled insults at him, shaking their heads 40 and saying, “You who are going to destroy the temple and build it in three days, save yourself! Come down ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:38-54

Denomination: Lutheran

Two Symbols Of The Passion

Contributed by Don Schultz on Mar 20, 2002

The Palm Branch and the Scourge - what do they teach us about ourselves? About Christ?

TWO SYMBOLS OF THE PASSION – THE PALM BRANCH AND THE SCOURGE Matthew 21:1-11, Luke 23:20-22 Today is Palm Sunday, the first day of Holy Week. What exactly is Holy Week? Holy Week is that special week in the church year that leads up to Easter. During that week we celebrate Maundy Thursday, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11, Luke 23:20-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Who Is Jesus? -- A Palm Sunday Lesson

Contributed by Don Hawks on Mar 20, 2002

Biblical claims about Jesus are presented to refute popular myths about JESUS.

(Power point and outline available) Begin message by inviting children to platform: Have on hand a bucket full of rocks and stones. Read scripture passage and direct children to spread palms and join in the shouting of the crowds in v. 38. After saying these things, Jesus headed straight up to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-40

Denomination: Methodist

Easter - What Did God Feel

Contributed by John Gullick on Mar 27, 2002

A Good Friday sermon that asks what God felt and how we should respons.

MT 26:45 Then he returned to the disciples and said to them, "Are you still sleeping and resting? Look, the hour is near, and the Son of Man is betrayed into the hands of sinners. 46 Rise, let us go! Here comes my betrayer!" MT 26:47 While he was still speaking, Judas, one of the Twelve, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:45-61

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

It Was Just The Beginning For Me

Contributed by Ronnie Thrower on Mar 28, 2002

When Jesus said, “It Is Finished,” It Was Really Just The Beginning

It Was Just The Beginning For Me Text: John 19:30, “When Jesus therefore had received the vinegar, he said, It is finished: and he bowed his head, and gave up the ghost.” I. “It Is Finished,” Finalized Salvation Jesus finalizes salvation for all of mankind. His work on the cross is singular. ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30

Denomination: Baptist

Grass Burrs In The Carpet

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Jan 31, 2003

Thorns have been a symbol of the consequences of sin since the beginning of time. This sermon shows that Jesus carried our thorns to the Cross where they died.

Grass Burrs in the Carpet Gen 3:17 -18, Num 33:53-55, Prov 22:2-5, Mat 7:15-16, Job 36:26 , Psa 139:7-10, Mat 27:46 January 27, 2003 I. Long ago in the throne room of heaven a plan was originated. It was a plan that came from the thought processes of God. A. God who was love wanted to have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:46, Genesis 3:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

At Calvary

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 31, 2005

Four words that changed the world.

“AT CALVARY” LUKE 23:33 1. The PLACE. (v. 33a) There Mark 15:22; John 19:17; Genesis 22:2, 14; 1 Chronicles 21:1-28; 22:1; 2 Chronicles 3:1; 2 Samuel 24:16-25 2. The PEOPLE. (v. 33b) they Matthew 16:21; 17:22-23; 20:18-19; 27:20-25; Mark 9:31; 10:33-34; 14:46; 15:11; Luke 9:44; 23:16-23; ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33

Denomination: Baptist

Going Outside

Contributed by Ken Durham on Jul 22, 2005

Whenever we want to achieve anything we have to step “outside” of ourselves to be able to get anything done.

“AND SO JESUS ALSO SUFFERED OUTSIDE THE CITY GATE TO MAKE THE PEOPLE HOLY THROUGH HIS OWN BLOOD. LET US, THEN, GO TO HIM OUTSIDE THE CAMP, BEARING THE DISGRACE HE BORE. FOR HERE WE DO NOT HAVE AN ENDURING CITY, BUT WE ARE LOOKING FOR THE CITY THAT IS TO COME.” GOING OUTSIDE If you or I need ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:9-16

The Resurrection Journey To Faith

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 18, 2000

Mary Magdalene’s world had collapsed on the crucifixion of Jesus and she came to the tomb Searching, Learning, Seeing and then Believing.

The resurrection of Jesus demands a personal response. Pollsters take pleasure in getting the opinion of the general public, asking, "Do you believe that Jesus rose from the dead?" They are keen to tell us: what percentage believe he actually physically came to life again; how many say he didn’t ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

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

Why Do You Worship?

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 27, 2002

Which Jesus do you want to meet – gentle and riding on a donkey, or carrying a sword and riding on a white horse?

We’ve come to a crucial crossroads in our journey through the book of Matthew. Everything that Jesus has taught and done has been leading to this point. You could say that the events we read about today are the beginning of the end that leads to the beginning. In cosmic terms – the Lamb of God, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-17, Psalm 122:1, Isaiah 6:1-6

Denomination: Calvary Chapel