Sermons on Cross Identity:

Unclean Lips

Contributed by Samuel M on Sep 22, 2023

Prophet Isaiah cries - Woe is me, I am man of unclean lips. Unclean lips because he speaks Godly words, but they lack(don’t have) Jesus, i.e. they do not talk, describe, or present Jesus. They talk about God and His plans, but they rarely mention about Jesus in these plans.

“Woe is me, for I am undone! Because I am a man of unclean lips” Isaiah 6:5 Prophet Isaiah cries - Woe is me, I am man of unclean lips. Unclean lips because he speaks Godly words, but they lack(don’t have) Jesus, i.e. they do not talk, describe, or present Jesus. They talk about God and His plans, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:5

The Intentional New Testament Church

Contributed by Ray Swift on Feb 29, 2024

Three common statements that if overlooked, ignored or forgotten will bring the absence of God and a church that will only become a social club.

FB, Harrisonburg #1 March 3, 2024 Sunday Morning The Intentional New Testament Church Various Scripture Intro.: Thank you so much Music Team. I want to begin my time by expressing to Bro. Robert and to Brad and to the PSC for giving me this opportunity to come and to serve as your Transitional ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:9-10, John 12:27-36

Denomination: Baptist

Moses (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 2, 2024

Moses ranks among the most respected Old Testament figures. In this four-week series, we journey through the life and adventures of Moses.

(Part 3) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 3/11/2018 A while back, I read a story about a seven-year-old boy who attended church for the first time. When he came home, his mother asked him what he learned in Sunday school. He said, “Well, Mom, today we learned about the time ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Easter Sunday - Why Did Jesus Die On The Cross And Why Did He Rise 3 Days Later

Contributed by Robert Irvine on Apr 1, 2024

Easter is when we celebrate Jesus going to the cross and dying. But that was not the end because three days later he then rose again from the dead. But why did Jesus go to the cross and die? And why did Jesus rise from the dead? Today we will cover these two fundamental questions

Last week at Palm Sunday, we looked at the time when Jesus entered Jerusalem five days before Passover. So today, we celebrate Easter. Easter is when we celebrate Jesus going to the cross and dying. But that was not the end because three days later he then rose again from the dead. But why did ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On The Intricate Facets Of Hope

Contributed by William Meakin on May 28, 2025

Hope is defined as a feeling of expectation and desire for a particular thing to happen.

Emily Dickinson, an American poet once remarked: “Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul - and sings the tune without the words - and never stops at all." Isaiah 40:31 reminds us: “But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Hebrews 11:1, Romans 12:12, 1 Peter 1:3

The Fire That Doesn't Burn

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 13, 2025

Jesus took the fire we deserved, finishing redemption completely—no tasks, no payment—just perfect grace from the fire that doesn’t burn.

I sometimes wonder what it would look like if Amazon started selling indulgences. “SoulPrime™ — Skip the wait for forgiveness! One-click grace, Prime-eligible!” Basic Mercy ships in three to five business days, or upgrade to Prime Grace™ for instant absolution with angelic delivery. And in the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:14, Romans 1:17, 1 Peter 2:24, Luke 23:43, Revelation 21:27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Grace Broke The Scales

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 19, 2025

Grace shattered the world’s scorekeeping; salvation is not earned by balance but received by the cross that broke the scales.

The Story: Earning Points with God A few years ago I was standing in line at the grocery store with one item—a loaf of bread. The lady in front of me had about 200. You know that line you always pick because it looks fast but somehow turns into a hostage situation? So I’m standing there while ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 6:23, Titus 3:5, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Revelation 21:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Question Evil Can’t Answer

Contributed by David Dunn on Dec 29, 2025

Evil remains a mystery, but the cross reveals God’s character. He enters human suffering, bears its weight, and assures us that love—not evil—has the final word.

There are certain questions that do not arise from curiosity, but from collision. They are not born in classrooms or debates, but in moments when life presses hard against the soul and refuses to explain itself. These questions surface when loss interrupts routine, when suffering enters without ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-7, Job 42:5, Isaiah 53:3-5, Matthew 27:46, John 19:30, Romans 8:18, Revelation 21:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

When God Seems Silent - My God, My God, Why Hast Thou Forsaken Me? (Mark 15:34; Matthew 27:46) - Good Friday And Easter Sermons

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Apr 17, 2025

This moment is not just a cry of pain; it is a cry pregnant with meaning, mystery, and majesty. It invites us to step into the depths of divine suffering, human anguish, and the hope of redemption.

“When God Seems Silent” (Based on Mark 15:34 & Matthew 27:46) Introduction: Grace and peace to you, beloved in Christ. Today, we reflect on one of the most profound and haunting cries ever uttered—not by a desperate sinner, but by the Son of God Himself. As He hung bruised, battered, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:46, Mark 15:34

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of The Blood

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Nov 5, 2022

Without the shedding of blood, there is no remission of sin. You are saved by the blood of Jesus. This bloodline surrounds you, heals you, protects you, liberates you from your past and guarantees success in your future.

The most awesome power God has ever released for mankind to have is the power of the Blood. The Blood of Jesus Christ shed for your Redemption and for mine will never lose its power. Until you understand the power of the Blood, the purity of the Blood, the purpose of the Blood, and the protection ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Globalisation Of The Gospel.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 13, 2022

And I, if I be lifted up from the earth, will draw all men unto me. John 12.32.

THE GLOBALISATION OF THE GOSPEL. John 12:20-36. (John 12:20-22): Some serious minded Greek worshippers expressed a desire to have a conversation with Jesus. They approached Philip, who came from Galilee of the Gentiles, and he and Andrew made the approach to the Lord on their behalf. It is good, ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"a Miracle And A Motive"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 21, 2023

Jesus brings with Him choices for us to make. Will we follow Him, or will we try and get rid of Him?

“A Miracle and a Motive” John 11:1-7, 17-19, 32-53 How many of you have read or heard the story of Jesus raising Lazarus before? Where we stop reading the story has a lot to do with how we interpret it. If I were to have stopped reading at verse 45, the story would have a happy ending, ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-53

Denomination: United Methodist

The Seven Words

Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 31, 2023

Focus attention on the moment planned before the creation of the world: The crucifixion of Jesus.

The Seven Words Introduction We have been making our way through Matthew’s Gospel, following the life of Jesus from his birth, baptism, ministry, and parables. Last week we studied the last of his teachings before the events began to quickly lead him to Calvary. In a flurry of activity we read ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34, Luke 23:43, John 19:25-27, Matthew 27:46, John 19:28, John 19:30, Luke 23:46  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It Is Finished! Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Apr 9, 2023

Based on John 19:28-30 - Challenges hearers to understand that Jesus death, burial, & resurrection give us hope in this life & in the life to come.

“IT IS FINISHED!” John 19:28-30 FBCF – 4/9/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – April 1962, renowned theologian Karl Barth spoke at a chapel service at Univ of Chicago. During Q & A time, student asked him if he could sum up his theology in just a few words. Barth: “Jesus loves me, this I know; for the ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

I Am Thankful For ... Holy Communion

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Nov 18, 2019

This sermon deals with being thankful for Holy Communion - linking Communion with the words - Remember, Identity and Action

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-5; Luke 22:14 – 23 Theme: Thanksgiving Title: I am Thankful for …. Holy Communion INTRO: Grace and peace this morning from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! This month we have been focusing on things in which we need to be thankful. We have been looking at ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-23, Isaiah 53:4-5, 1 Corinthians 11:23-24

Denomination: Nazarene