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  • Kevin Burden avatar

    The Penalty Of Bypassing The Cross

    Contributed by Kevin Burden on Jun 18, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
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    It has been a long night in Jerusalem. While multitudes slept, God the Father has allowed the plan of the ages (the redemption of man) to be put into motion.

    THE PENALTY OF PASSING BY THE CROSS Mark 15:22-38 / Luke 23:46-49 It has been a long night in Jerusalem. While multitudes slept, God the Father has allowed the plan of the ages (the redemption of man) to be put into motion. The time is a few minutes after noon the day of Christ’s crucifixion. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Take Up The Cross

    Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Jun 18, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,203 views

    JESUS COMMANDED US TO TAKE UP OUR CROSS AND FOLLOW HIM.

    TAKE UP THE CROSS INTRO: HOW BIG IS THE CROSS TO CHRISTIANITY? 1: HOW BIG IS IT TO THE CHRISTIAN? A) IS A THE CROSS SOMETHING YOU IDENTIFY WITH? B) IS IT A SYMBOL YOU WEAR AROUND YOUR NECK? C) OR IS IT MORE THAN THAT TO YOU? POINT: A LOT OF PEOPLE WEAR CROSSES AROUND THEIR NECKS. RECENTLY I WAS ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Cross-Dressing Soldiers Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jul 3, 2008
     | 4,148 views

    Exposition of 2 Timothy 2:4 about the Christian Worldview attitude of believers related to the vision of our church

    Text: 2 Timothy 2:4, Title: Cross-dressing Soldiers, Date/Place: NRBC, 7/6/08, AM A. Opening illustration: story about Rene Descartes’ from Think Biblically, p. 45 B. Background to passage: As we continue to think about the vision and future of our church, today we will look at the next phrase in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Words From The Cross Series

    Contributed by Gary Moore on Feb 4, 2008
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     | 6,216 views

    The "seven words of the cross."

    WORDS FROM THE CROSS It is finished! Often the final words of a great saint are poignant and compelling. For example, one can scarcely not be moved by the words of Paul to his young protégé, For I am already on the point of being sacrificed; the time of my departure has come. I have fought the good ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Power Of The Blood On The Cross Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 19, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,566 views

    God had to take a sacrifice from animals to cover the nakedness & sin (temporarily) of the first Adam because the sin of humanity cannot be redeemed permanently by the blood of animals. The second Adam – Jesus gave the sacrifice with His blood for coveri

    Illustration: “At a great parliament of religions, held in Chicago many years ago, practically every known religion was represented. During one session, Dr. Joseph Cook, of Boston, suddenly rose and said: ‘Gentlemen, I beg to introduce to you a woman with a great sorrow. Bloodstains are on her ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Take Up The Cross

    Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Oct 26, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,791 views

    HOW TO TAKE UP YOUR CROSS.

    TAKE UP THE CROSS INTRO: THE WORDS OF CHRIST 1: LUKE 9:23 A) IF ANY MAN WILL COME AFTER ME B) THAT DOESN’T EXCLUDE ANYBODY C) THE WORDS OF CHRIST ARE CLEAR D) THE DOOR IS OPEN POINT: IF JESUS WOULD HAVE PUT A FANCY NAME ON HIS MINISTRY LIKE A LOT OF US DO TODAY IT WOULD MOST LIKELY BE CALLED ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Mike Gilbert avatar

    Celebrating The Victory Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jun 19, 2007
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     | 12,931 views

    Message #1 in series, "Pursuing Victory." Three reasons to celebrate Jesus’ victory on the cross.

    Series: Pursuing Victory Message #1: ""Celebrating the Victory of the Cross"" 1 Corinthians 15:56-57 - "The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law; but thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." SOME OBSERVATIONS FROM LEVITICUS 16, JOHN 19, AND ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    From The Cradle To The Cross

    Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 15, 2007
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     | 4,937 views

    Typical Easter sermon- Jesus died on Friday and arose from the dead on Sunday. What happened during those three days? And now, the rest of the story!

    Introduction: Typical Easter sermon- Jesus died on Friday and arose from the dead on Sunday. What happened during those three days? And now, the rest of the story! The Wages The wages of sin is…? (Eternal death). What happens the moment a person dies? (Soul leaves body). Jesus died as the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Stevens avatar

    It's Still The Cross

    Contributed by Chris Stevens on Feb 10, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,777 views

    Things around us change, business come and go, places from our childhood make way for the progress of tomorrow, it seems the only constant in life is change. It is good to know that while everything around us may change there is a constant that remains

    In John 3:1-3 we find: - Nicodemus coming to Jesus in the dark of night. - He is a Pharisee - Is this a covert visit? Or is he using the secrecy of the night to provide him opportunity to be alone with the master? - Notice his question in vs. 2 “Rabbi, we know…” - Nicodemus lesson begins in vs. 3 ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Word Of The Cross Is Foolish

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jan 21, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,428 views

    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

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Gratitude In The Shade Of The Cross!

    Contributed by Bledar Valca on Apr 14, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,449 views

    A new look at the story of 10 lepers

    GRATITUDE IN THE SHADE OF THE CROSS! Luke 17:11-19 Few years ago, we had Carl Mitchell of Harding University come to Albania and do series of lectures on family life and issues. Other then the lectures he gave we asked him to preach for us on Sunday. I vividly remember that as he was talking about ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Tyler Edwards avatar

    Views Of The Cross-Roman Series

    Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Apr 15, 2009
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     | 8,491 views

    While we view the cross as a symbol of victory the Romans would have viewed it as a tool for deterring rebellion

    View of the Cross February 24, 2008 Views of the Cross: Roman When we picture the cross we see life. We celebrate the cross because for us it is a symbol of victory. For us the cross means our sins are forgiven. We are made right with God. Through the blood that was shed on the cross we are ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Views Of The Cross-Greek Series

    Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Apr 15, 2009
     | 5,825 views

    The cross is not easy for everyone to accept. It is foolishness to the Greeks and a stumbling block to the Jews.

    Crucifixion in the Greek Mind March 2, 2008 Views of the Cross: Greek What an idiot. We all do stupid things. How many times have you done something in your life that makes the people around you say: what an idiot? I want you to think of something stupid that you have done. As far as ...read more

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    Views Of The Cross-Jews Series

    Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Apr 15, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,104 views

    The cross is a stumbling block to the Jews.

    Crucifixion in the Jewish Mind March 2, 2008 Views of the Cross: Jewish Understanding the Cross is vital to understanding Christ. Understanding Christ is vital to following Him. Following Him is vital to the life of a Christian. Basically if you truly want to be a Christian…you have to ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Right Side Of The Cross

    Contributed by Chris Mccall on Apr 21, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,212 views

    Do you understand that all the SIN, GUILT, SHAME, & PAIN were taken & placed on Him on that cross for each one of us!

    Easter 2009 Right Side of the Cross Colossians 2:6-15 NLT This is absolutely one of the most explosive celebrations in the history of the world! The whole world just witnessed that Jesus Christ is truly who He said He was! What about it today? Do people still wonder if He is truly the resurrected ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational