Sermons on Cross Cultural:

Ash Wednesday Is A Time For Housecleaning

Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Feb 29, 2004

This is a 2-part sermon for Ash Wednesay based on Joel. This was used in a service with the imposition of ashes, a worship service which stressed repentance. The 2 parts are: The Sinner Repents, The Lord Relents.

Ash Wednesday Joel 2:12-19 Let’s suppose that after we left church this evening, we locked up the doors, and none of us came back until 5 years later. Not a single person set foot on this very property until Ash Wednesday, 2009. When we do come back, what would our church look like after 5 years ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:12-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Unveiling God's Heart Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Apr 14, 2006

This is about the Temple curtain torn in 2 when Jesus died. It shows us God’s heart of approachability, availability, and affection.

Mark 15:33-39 – Unveiling God’s Heart (I got this sermon mostly from a pastor named Randal Earl Denny in his book In the Shadow of the Cross.) Well, here we are. Since January we have been looking at The Life of Jesus. We have studied his teachings and observed His miracles. We have seen Him ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:33-39

Denomination: Baptist

The End Is The Beginning

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Apr 17, 2006

Good Friday...it looked like the end of the line for Jesus, but it was only the beginning of eternal life for us.

The End is the Beginning Luke 23:44-46 April 14, 2006 John 19:30 Good Friday Over the years of my ministry, I have officiated at more funerals than I can count. I used to record them, but lost track a long time ago. To be honest, the vast majority of funerals I have conducted have been for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:44-46

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus Died For You: True Or False? Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 18, 2006

Part 3 of the series, The Truth About Jesus Christ.

Jesus in the news: • The Da Vinci Code • The so-called gospel of Judas THE APOSTLES’ CREED (third-fourth centuries A.D.) I believe in God the Father Almighty; Maker of heaven and earth. And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-56

Denomination: Baptist

You Really Matter To God Series

Contributed by Darryl Bell on Apr 19, 2006

Jesus’ excruciating death opened the way to God.

You Really Matter to God; Mark 15:16-47; Psalm 22; 6th of 7 in “All for You” series; The Promise; 6th Lent (Palm Sunday); 4-9-06; Darryl Bell Max Lucado wrote "[The cross] rests on the time line of history like a compelling diamond...History has idolized it and despised it, gold plated it ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:16-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ Crucified

Contributed by Jacob Kutty on Apr 25, 2006

This sermon is basically pointed about the Christ Crucified.

Christ Crucified There are three kinds of people lived in the time of Jesus: 1. Jews: (Israelites) They believed that they are spiritual. They were looking for a Saviour who will save them from the hand of Roman Govt. and set them free. So they cannot accept a man who was crucified can become ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Did Jesus Die? Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 30, 2004

Many people wonder why God would allow his own son to suffer in the way that he did. We will in this message examine why Jesus had to die.

Introduction: We are approaching the time of year in which Christians look and remember the death of our Lord Jesus. The movie “the Passion” has stirred a renewed interest in the death of Jesus. Many people after watching that movie and contemplating the life and death of Jesus ask the question, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Did The Jews Kill Jesus? Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Apr 4, 2004

Watch "The Passion" and you’re left with lots of questions: Could Jesus have prevented his death? Who’s responsible for this? Why did it have to happen? This sermon examines the charges that the Jews killed Jesus. *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

#2: True or False: The Jews Killed Jesus? ¡°He was wounded for our transgressions...¡± ¡°I could ask my Father and he would give me. . .¡± ¡°Cancelled the handwriting. . .¡± Col. 2:15? <Before the sermon, pass out a small piece of paper (besides the handout) to everyone, and a 16d nail.> Could ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2, Colossians 2:15

Denomination: Holiness

Experiencing Eternal Life"

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Apr 5, 2004

Why did Jesus suffer and die on the cross of Calvary? We find the answer in our Scripture text, John 3:16, (The Golden Text of the Bible) “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but hav

“Experiencing Eternal Life” John 3:14-18 Today is Palm Sunday – the first day of what is known as the beginning of Holy Week for the Christian world. On this Sunday Jesus made His triumphant entry into Jerusalem. Luke 19:37-38: Jesus rode into the city on a young donkey. “When he came to ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-18

Denomination: Free Methodist

F Is For Fragrant Series

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on May 30, 2007

A study of the word "fragrant" in Scripture

Introduction 1. There is a saying that goes, “Old Fishermen never die, they just smell that way”... we are really tuned in to our sense of smell... coming up on Thanksgiving, you might be noticing some of the wonderful smells emanating from the kitchen... the smell of homemade bread baking ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 8:20-22

Denomination: Nazarene

The Tree Of Life Series

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Oct 29, 2007

The first tree mentioned in scripture.

Genesis 2:9 “Out of the ground made the Lord God to grow…the tree of life”. 1. THE GOODNESS OF GOD Genesis 3:22 “And the LORD God said, Behold, the man is become as one of us, to know good and evil: and now, lest he put forth his hand, and take also of the tree of life, and eat, and live for ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:9

Encounter The King

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Nov 11, 2007

A sermon for Palm Sunday to encourage people to encounter Jesus, the true king.

We are nearly there. It’s nearly Easter. Maybe you are looking forward to that extra dose of chocolate. Perhaps your looking forward to an extra day or two off. Maybe it’s a chance to catch up with someone or some things. And it is also a wonderful opportunity to spend time with the most important ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Scarlet Thread Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 17, 2007

Show how God can change a destiny by salvation

Title: God’s Scarlet Thread Theme: Show how God can change a destiny by salvation. Text: Joshua 2:1-17, Hebrews 11:31, Matthew 1:5-6 Heb 11:31 NKJV By faith the harlot Rahab did not perish with those who did not believe, when she had received the spies with peace. Joshua 2:1-17 Mat 1:5-6 NKJV ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-17

Denomination: Church Of God

How Shall We Escape

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 17, 2007

Answers the question: How shall we escape if we neglect such a great salvation

Title: How shall we escape Text: Hebrews 2:1-4 Hebrews 2:1 ¶ Therefore we ought to give the more earnest heed to the things which we have heard, lest at any time we should let them slip. 2 For if the word spoken by angels was stedfast, and every transgression and disobedience received a just ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Church Of God

Insight Into Our Identity Series

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Dec 29, 2006

This sermon is the third in a series of four entitled "Our Identity In Christ" which seeks to lead one to an identification with Christ in His finished work on the Cross.

Identity theft is a problem most of us didn’t think about 5 years ago. However, today it’s common to hear the stories of victims who are trying to salvage their name and credit rating after learning that someone has stolen and misused a password, social security number, or credit card. Knowing ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist