Sermons on Cross Examination:

Cross Purposes 3: Redemption Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Dec 13, 2019

Redemption is like purchasing a slave to free them. Jesus 1) made a personal investment, and 2) paid a price. We are free as we 1) recognize our worth, and 2) chooses to be slaves of God.

CROSS PURPOSES 5: REDEMPTION For the past 4 weeks, we have been asking, “Why did Jesus Christ, the Son of God, die on the cross for us?” We keep asking the same question, because the cross impacts our lives in so many ways, that we can’t exhaust them all: The cross shows the love of God. ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36, Philippians 2:6-8, Leviticus 25:47-49, Mark 10:45, 1 Peter 1:18-19, Exodus 6:6-7, 1 Peter 2:16, Romans 6:16-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Song Of Simeon: The Cradle And The Cross

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 23, 2019

A sermon built on "God's resolutions" and promises. The holy family keep the Jewish rules for purification. Visited the temple. Simeon for tells the future. Herod seeks to dismantle God's resolutions and fails.

In Jesus Holy Name December 29, 2019 Luke 2:25-32 Christmas I “The Song of Simeon: The Cradle & The Cross” Well, here we are almost at the then end of another year. Do I still say “Merry Christmas” or do I greet you with “Happy New Year”? Liturgically we are still in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-45, Luke 2:21-24

Denomination: Lutheran

"the Cross"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jan 2, 2020

This New Year why don't we pay more attention to the cross.

Hebrews 2:1-10 The cross 1. As we go into this New Year why don’t we pay more attention to the cross? • Our text today states Pay close attention pay the most careful attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away. • Notice The Cross is an image that the whole world ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Sermon On Star-Crossed Lovers

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 14, 2024

Star-crossed lovers are defined as two people who are in love but unable to be together, often as a result of fate.

Ryan Bingham, an American singer-songwriter and guitarist once remarked: “Make no mistake, your relationships are the heaviest components in your life. All those negotiations and arguments and secrets, the compromises. The slower we move the faster we die. Make no mistake, moving is living. Some ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4, Psalm 8:3-4, Deuteronomy 4:19, Daniel 12:3

Taking Up Our Cross

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Oct 14, 2024

The sixth church that Jesus addressed received no words of rebuke or chastisement. It was faithful to the Gospel, open to opportunities, and will be delivered from its enemies at the coming hour of trial upon the world. Take up your cross and do the same.

Good morning, dear friends. It's a joy to welcome you to this moment of shared faith, a time of communion in the Word of God. We gather here, not merely as individuals, but as a community united by the love of Christ, a love that transcends our differences and binds us together as one family ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Galatians 6:2, John 16:33, James 1:2-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Saved And Healed At The Cross Of Christ Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 24, 2023

This is a message of hope and redemption. Jesus on the cross paid the price for our salvation and healing.

Saved and Healed at the Cross of Christ On this Healing & Wholeness Sunday we gather in faith to delve deep into a powerful message: "Saved and Healed at the Cross of Christ." This is a message of hope and redemption. I want to remind you today that the sacrifice of Jesus on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:24, Ephesians 1:7, Isaiah 53:3-6, Matthew 8:2-3, Matthew 9:35, Hebrews 13:8, Exodus 15:22-27, Exodus 15:26, Psalm 103:2-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Cross, The Center Of Our Theology

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Mar 11, 2024

Since the beginning, Christians have identified themselves with the Cross on which Jesus died. And whether it’s carved in wood or etched on our hearts, the Cross is the chief symbol and defining reality of the Christian faith.

TITLE: THE CROSS, THE CENTER OF OUR THEOLOGY SCRIPTURE: I CORINTHIANS 15:1-11 We are swiftly moving through the month of March and our walk towards Calvary. All roads lead to Calvary where we find an ole rugged cross. The cross of Christ is the center or ground zero of salvation. It is the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of The Cross - Number 2 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 23, 2024

The Cross of Jesus Christ... 1. Can put real hope in our hearts (vs. 12-13). 2. Can break down barriers between us (vs. 11-15). 3. Can save us from God's holy hostility (vs. 15-17). 4. Can give us instant access to Almighty God (vs. 18). 5. Can make Heaven our home (vs. 19).

The Power of the Cross - Number 2 Ephesians 2:11-19 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The Book of Ephesians (Prepared March 23, 2024) Note: The previous sermon in this series was prepared for Memorial Day in the United States. This is a very similar sermon for any time of the year. MESSAGE: *Think ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

It All Comes Down To The Cross

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 13, 2024

A sermon about relying on Christ and Christ alone.

“It All Comes Down to the Cross” Philippians 3:1-21 As we read our Scripture Lesson for this morning, it quickly becomes apparent that the church in Philippi had been infiltrated by a group of Jewish teachers who were telling them that salvation could only come to people who followed certain ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-21

Denomination: United Methodist

The Way Of The Cross Part 2

Contributed by Joe Rowland on Jul 3, 2012

If I don’t take up my Cross and follow him according to Mathew 10:38 I not worthy of Jesus. We need to get back to the basics of our faith and that is the cross of Christ. Father, mother, kids, grandkids, friends and relatives can not be placed before Je

The Way Of The Cross Part-2 Mathew 10:37-39 37 He that loveth father or mother more than me is not worthy of me: and he that loveth son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me. 38 And he that taketh not his cross, and followeth after me, is not worthy of me. 39 He that findeth his life shall ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:37-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Likes To Cross The Lines Series

Contributed by Chris Heimsoth on Aug 1, 2011

8th Sermon in our Action in Acts series, we look at how God pushes us out of our natural divisions and understandings, and when we are willing to follow him there, he can do huge things through us.

Action – God crossing the line (Show a coloring page) Who recognizes this? It’s a coloring page, which most of us can remember from when we were children or from when we had children... And for most of our lives, we have learned that this is what we are to do with it (show a well ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

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

Peace With God, Because Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 25, 2016

Christmas Sermon that points to the cross. God brought peace on earth through the cross of Jesus.

You’ve probably heard it a few times in the past weeks. In just 8 lines, Clement Clarke Moore sets the picturesque scene for one of America’s most beloved poems; “A Visit from St. Nicholas,” he called it. It actually set the course for many of our views and traditions about ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thinking About Jesus On The Cross

Contributed by David Nolte on Apr 10, 2016

Considering what Jesus bore for us on the cross

“Thinking About Jesus On The Cross” Isaiah 53 David P. Nolte What a great song! What a great truth! “When He was on the cross I was on His mind.” We are still always on His mind! But the question is, “Is Jesus on OUR minds?” Is He in our thoughts ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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