Sermons on Cross Or Thorn:

Standing At The Foot Of The Cross

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Apr 7, 2004

Many people were there at the foot of the cross, but they did not look at it in the same way. We’re going to see through the eyes of Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of Jesus and John the beloved disciple.

Five more days and it will be Good Friday - the day we remember the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross. When you come near to the cross again, what is in your mind? How do you feel? What should you do in response to such a sacrifice? On the day Jesus was crucified, many people stood watching. ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Cross Before The Crown Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Apr 7, 2004

Learn how to finish life well from the example of Jesus Christ on the cross.

We continue our message series to prepare us for Easter. Because we live on the other side of Easter, that is we know Jesus has risen from the dead, we can easily overlook the sufferings of Jesus. But knowing the sufferings Jesus can benefit us. My parents with my sister and I came to America ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-30

Denomination: *other

Losing Sight Of The Cross

Contributed by Doug Stringer on May 15, 2005

This message uses a large wooden cross as a prop. As I discuss each item, I place it on the cross. By the time I am done the sermon, the cross is completely hidden from all the garbage hanging from it.

Losing Sight of The Cross REV. 2:2 5a I know your deeds, your hard work and your perseverance. I know that you cannot tolerate wicked men, that you have tested those who claim to be apostles but are not, and have found them false. You have persevered and have endured hardships for my name, and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:2-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Crossing The Jordan At Floodstage Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Jun 1, 2005

Here’s our word of hope- we aren’t exempt from the problems, but we have resources to carry us through! The Word tells us God can do anything, you know--far more than you could ever imagine or guess or request in your wildest dreams! He does it not by pus

"Taking Your Promised Land" - Joshua series, message # 2 Crossing the Jordan at Flood-stage- Impossibility or Opportunity Text: Joshua 3 - 4 Life can be tough! Reported attempted suicides are over the 100,000 mark annually. Drug use in America is epidemic, much of it an attempt to manage the ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Examining The Mysteries Of The Cross

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jun 9, 2005

A look at the Cross and the mysteries surrounding it.

Jesus had gathered around Him group of twelve ordinary men like you and I. They were common folk, several of which were fishermen. For the past three years Jesus had been spending night and day with them, making an incredible investment in their lives. During this time Jesus had made frequent ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:31-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Taking Up The Cross

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 7, 2006

The importance of ’denying oneself’ and ’taking up the cross.’

TAKING UP THE CROSS MARK 8:27-38 INTRODUCTION... How do you work this thing? There’s the story of a soldier frantically digging in during battle as shells fall all around him. Suddenly his hand feels something metal and he grabs it. It’s a silver cross. Another shell explodes and he buries his ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A View From The Cross Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Mar 20, 2006

A three weeks series looking at the cross cross different perspectives.

A View from the Cross Intro: What did Jesus see as He hung there between heaven and earth? There amidst the throng of people, I think He saw His accusers and His abusers – He saw the faithful and the fearful – He saw the hopeful and the hopeless – He saw you and me. Trans: Jesus saw many faces, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:56-75

Denomination: Baptist

From The Cross To The World

Contributed by Dean Morgan on Sep 3, 2004

Let me begin by making two statements: First, forgiveness may be unnecessary among perfect beings, but it is vital to those of us with enough wisdom to admit we are imperfect. Second, above all, we need forgiveness from our Creator just to be reconcil

TEXT: Luke 23:34a TITLE: FROM THE CROSS TO THE WORLD {Forgiveness} Let me begin by making two statements: First, forgiveness may be unnecessary among perfect beings, but it is vital to those of us with enough wisdom to admit we are imperfect. It seems we can’t help but offend, betray, or commit ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Cross: The Plan Of God

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 11, 2005

Seeing God’s plan in the cross

Intro: Who do you know that comes up with crazy plans? I can think back to my neighbor growing up. Gary Kaytor. Gary lived across the street and was 2 years older than me. Gary was the type who everything always worked out for. Gary knew how to turn every situation to his advantage. I ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Take Me To The Cross

Contributed by Steaven Snow on Feb 9, 2005

A sermon that seeks to keep the cross of the Savior fresh in our minds

Take Me To The Cross TEXT: Mark 15:22-27 22 And they bring him unto the place Golgotha, which is, being interpreted, The place of a skull. 23 And they gave him to drink wine mingled with myrrh: but he received it not. 24 And when they had crucified him, they parted his garments, casting ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:22-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Word Of The Cross Is Foolish

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jan 21, 2006

That the Son of God should die on a cross is pure foolishness to many people. But for Christians, it is the sign of the power of God.

The Word of the Cross is Foolish I Corinthians 1:18-31 January 22, 2006 A pastor colleague of mine received a call from a worried mother some time ago. “Pastor, can you come over to talk to my daughter? She’s been acting strange ever since she went away to college. Now she has joined the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Methodist

Through Jerusalem To The Cross

Contributed by Michael Goodfellow on Apr 15, 2003

A sermon for Palm Sunday

Oftentimes when we read through the passages in Scripture, we come to passages that seem to be out of place. And every year as I come to Palm Sunday, I come to this passage that seems to be so out of place. The story itself is one of the most beautiful pictures in all of Scripture, beautiful in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Easter- The Power Of The Cross

Contributed by George Rennau on Apr 17, 2003

All those who reject the message of the cross are lost and dying and headed for judgement, but there is still time, JESUS will save all those who come to Him through the Power of the Cross

Easter - THE POWER OF THE CROSS INTRODUCTION: Have you heard of the book called “The Worst Case Scenario Survival Handbook?” It’s a survival manual, based on interviews with experts (You can view this book online at Amazon.com) Here are some of the subjects covered in the book: • How to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Easter - The Wisdom Of The Cross

Contributed by George Rennau on Apr 17, 2003

The message of the cross is the manifestation of God’s wise plan to save all mankind from sin and death.

Easter - THE WISDOM OF THE CROSS This morning’s message as we draw close to resurrection Sunday is entitled “The Wisdom of the Cross” Text: 1 Cor. 1:23-25 but we preach Christ crucified: a stumbling block to Jews and foolishness to Gentiles, [24] but to those whom God has called, both ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:23-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

255 - Power Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Joel Vicente on Apr 19, 2003

What does the "Cross of Christ" represent to us today? Discover 5 "power purposes" for the Cross.

Sermon Study #255 - POWER OF THE CROSS Key Scripture: (1 Cor 1:17-18) For Christ did not send me (Paul) to baptize, but to preach the gospel--not with words of human wisdom, lest the cross of Christ be emptied of its power. (18) For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-18

Denomination: Baptist