Sermons on Cross Of Calvary:

Good News About Prayer

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on May 1, 2013

Everything about Jesus and what he has done for us is a message of Good news. Jesus has brought us good news in our prayer lives because of what he had done on the cross.

*THE GOOD NEWS ABOUT PRAYER* MATTHEW 7:7 – 11 INTRODUCTION 1.) For several weeks we have been looking at the good news of a relationship with Jesus Christ. 2.) Some of the best news that ever came from the lips of our Saviour concerns our privilege that we have of entering ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lord Who Heals You

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 23, 2014

The plagues of Egypt are still falling today on the disobedient. Only the Tree (Cross of Jesus) thrown in the waters of life can change your bitter circumstances into sweet ones. Let the Lord your Healer do that!

THE LORD WHO HEALS YOU Ex. 15:22-26 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE REAL CHARACTER 1. It’s wild to see the real nature come out. 2. 2 ladies went out to a restaurant to eat lunch They know how big the portions are so they order only one dish of ‘fried fish pieces’ which they intend ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who Is Jesus Really? The Mediator Series

Contributed by Miles Mc Pherson on Dec 12, 2013

God the Father executes the plan, has the plan, the vision. Jesus Christ comes down and executes the contract with His blood on the cross. And then He leaves and He sends the Holy Spirit to do work in out heart.

Let’s see your ah, word. Let’s see your pens, and your lesson plan. Let’s turn to um Matthew 28 please, Matthew 28. Lord we thank you so much for your word. We thank you so much for your faithfulness. We thank you so much for being a good God. We pray you teach us this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Necessity Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Neil Olcott on Apr 28, 2011

This sermon opens this series (The Cross Files) on the significance of the Gospel message that is found in Scripture. The four main points are borrowed from the book, "What is the Gospel", by Greg Gilbert. This sermon is to rekindle the passion we, as b

Intro: And it is specifically good news about our relationship with God. We all like to receive good news, especially if it addresses some bad news we've just received. If you've just been told that you have cancer, for example, it's good news when the doctor tells you that it is a type that ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"A New Attitude"

Contributed by David Henderson on Dec 19, 2016

It is a fact that the God of the universe loved us so much that one day he stepped out of heaven, taking on the very nature of a servant, made in the likeness of man and started the journey toward his death on the cross.

“A New Attitude” Philippians 2:5-11 The story is told of a young girl who was playing outside on the sidewall when she noticed a long line of ants crawling across, from one side of the sidewalk to the other. The ants got to the other side, one by one they fell off to the ground. So she ran inside ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Which Bridge Is Safe?

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Apr 8, 2015

Using the analogy of a bridge crossing a chasm, we discuss that even though there seems to be many bridges available, only one really leads to the other side and we must be careful when deciding which bridge.

When you are planning a trip, how good are you at determining which way to get there? Do you just take a guess at which roads to take, or do you actually get a map out and plan your trip? Of course, smart money is always on the one who plans the trip, but I think we would be shocked to find out ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:22-23

Denomination: *other

No Excuse Sunday “i’m Out Of Peanut Butter”

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Aug 31, 2015

What is your favorite excuse temptation for not coming to Church? One of the best reasons to come to church is the old rugged cross. (We increased our worship attendance by twenty percent by promoting this "No Excuse Sunday.")

“I’m Out of Peanut Butter” “But Caleb tried to encourage the people as they stood before Moses. “Let’s go at once to take the land,” he said.” We can certainly conquer it!” But the other men who had explored the land with him answered, ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:30-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Jonah Connection Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 10, 2015

Jesus makes a connection to Jonah and his "sign" to the people. The connection appears when he and the disciples cross the Sea of Galilee and face the storm before he cast out the Legion of demons from the possessed man.

1. Swallowed by Whale In the late winter of 1891, the whale-ship 'Star of the East' was in the area of the Falkland Islands when it sighted a whale. Two boats were sent out with harpoons to catch and kill the creature. But the whale's lashing tail overturned one of the boats spilling the crew into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:38-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Meaning Of The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Darrin Fish on May 7, 2014

On the cross, Jesus took all of our mistakes, shortcomings, and sins. He took the blackest and darkest things we have ever done. And in return, we are clothed with His perfection and holiness. And this offer is made to everyone.

Have you ever found yourself doing something and for the life of you you don’t know why? Story of the little girl asking why do you cut the ends off the roast? A lot of times in life we end up doing things for the wrong reasons • And the reason is because no one has ever stopped and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-25

Denomination: Christian Church

Three Nails

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 14, 2019

According to Scripture (John 20:25) and Roman practices of the time, Christ was held to the Cross by three nails but I want to call this belief into question. Nor were the Jews, Romans, or Judas responsible for His death.

THREE NAILS Lk. 23:32-34; Mt. 27:45-54 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. If you ever ask a preacher about his last sermon, he will give you the whole thing again! They usually think they did a good job. So sometimes you get more than you think! 2. D.C. Hightower was a missionary for the Methodist ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-34, Matthew 27:45-54

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Seven Sayings From The Empty Tomb

Contributed by Don Emmitte on Apr 15, 2014

The "sayings" each represent a word of hope and encouragement to anyone who would turn to Christ and the power of the resurrection. These are words to live by because they are words of life! That’s what the Cross and the Resurrection mean for us!

Seven Sayings from the Empty Tomb Luke 24:1-12 Sermon by don Emmitte, Grace Restoration Ministries Take Your Bibles, Please…. But on the first day of the week, at early dawn, they went to the tomb, taking the spices they had ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Divine Coordinates

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Feb 15, 2021

In order to fully understand Jesus' identity, we need to witness more than just his divinity; we need to encounter Jesus our savior, who died on the cross and rose from the dead.

February 14, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Mark 9:2-9 Divine Coordinates Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Outdoor activities have grown in popularity with the onslaught of COVID-19. One of those nature ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-9

Denomination: Lutheran

The Master's Plan

Contributed by David Tack on Apr 22, 2024

Notice all the I’s and you’s in these 4 verses! This is a very personal and heartfelt message that Jesus leaves for his anxious disciples as Jesus prepares to carry the cross and make an atoning sacrifice for the sins of the world!

OUR TEXT: John 14:1-4 John 14:1-4: (1) Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. (2) In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. (3) And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-4, 2 Corinthians 5:19, 1 Corinthians 2:9, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18, John 14:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord's Supper's Proper Meaning Series

Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Jun 7, 2023

The Lord's Supper's meaning is to commemorate the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross for the forgiveness of sins. It symbolizes his body and blood, which were given up for humanity's salvation.

The Lord's Supper's proper meaning Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije Misigaro Joel, June 7, 2023 Matthew 26:17–29 (NKJV) Jesus Celebrates Passover with His Disciples 17 Now on the first day of the Feast of the Unleavened Bread, the disciples came to Jesus, saying to Him, “Where do You ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Redeemed By His Sacrifice: Reflecting On Good Friday Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 5, 2024

The most profound act of love in human history — Good Friday, the day when our Lord Jesus Christ willingly gave His life on the cross to redeem us from sin and reconcile us to God.

Redeemed by His Sacrifice: Reflecting on Good Friday Introduction: Today we gather to commemorate the most profound act of love in human history — Good Friday, the day when our Lord Jesus Christ willingly gave His life on the cross to redeem us from sin and reconcile us to God. As we journey ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Romans 5:8, 1 John 3:16

Denomination: Pentecostal