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  • Jay McCluskey avatar

    Simon Of Cyrene - The Unexpected Cross

    Contributed by Jay Mccluskey on Mar 12, 2012
    based on 14 ratings
     | 51,600 views

    This is a narrative sermon that shares a story about Simon of Cyrene. Several points of observation are at the end of the message. Rightfully utilized, the "story telling" methodology is an effective format for communication.

    THE UNEXPECTED CROSS (Sermons2012: Simon of Cyrene Narrative) 3/11/2012 a.m. Mark 15:21 A theologian said the cross of Jesus is like a diamond because the more angles you can look at it the greater your appreciation. Over the next two weeks we are going to look at the cross from different ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joel Pankow avatar

    Cherish The Blessing Of The Curse On The Cross

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Apr 16, 2025
     | 288 views

    What is a curse? How are we blessed through a curse? Find out in this Good Friday Sermon

    4.18.25 Galatians 3:10–13 (EHV) 10 In fact, those who rely on the works of the law are under a curse. For it is written, “Cursed is everyone who does not continue to do everything written in the book of the law.” 11 Clearly no one is declared righteous before God by the law, because “The ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    "The Old Rugged Cross"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Oct 3, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,327 views

    The old rugged cross reaches, reasons, reaps, and redeems humanity.

    “The Old Rugged Cross” I found this description of what it was like to be a victim of the Cross • Crucifixion was one of the most cruel and barbarous forms of death known to man. It was practiced, especially in times of war, by the Phoenicians, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Chris Appleby avatar

    The Cross - The Answer To Sickness And Death Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 20, 2015
     | 6,537 views

    The cross heals our spiritual illnesses but it also shows that God can bring physical healing. So it's right to pray that God would heal.

    Sermon by Rev George Hemmings Part of a series based on The Cross of Christ by Dr Leon Morris At the start of this year, Sarah forced me to do something I've never done before. It was a completely new experience, one that I didn't feel entirely comfortable with, and still struggle to believe has ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Lay Upon The Head Sprinkle Upon The Altar

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 27, 2015
     | 2,838 views

    To show that the our sins has been laid on the head of the LORD JESUS CHRIST and His blood sprinkled on our hearts for our redemption. Hebrews 12:24 (Amplified Bible) And to Jesus, the Mediator (Go-between, Agent) of a new covenant, and to the sprinkled

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you redeemed by the Lamb? Yes. Through His blood. Colossians 1:14 Colossians 1:14 (Amplified Bible) In Whom we have our redemption through His blood, [which means] the forgiveness of our sins. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Cross Roads In The Journey Of Life

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 8, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 15,236 views

    We will always face those cross roads moments in life as we travel on this journey. The key is to make sure that you seek the Lord’s directions, work hard, do not worry, do things right, and above all be sensible.

    Cross Roads in the Journey of Life Thesis: We will always face those cross roads moments in life as we travel on this journey. The key is to make sure that you seek the Lord’s directions, work hard, do not worry, do things right, and above all be sensible. Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-7: 1 My son, do ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Word Of Salvation: Thief On The Cross

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 12,038 views

    Word of Salvation: Thief on the Cross. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Reading: Luke chapter 23 verses 32-43. Ill: • When evangelist John Wesley (1703-1791) was returning home from a service one night, • He was robbed. • The thief must have been disappointed; • Because his victim had only a little money and some Christian literature. ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Clark Tanner avatar

    "The Cross And The Fiery Serpent"

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Feb 18, 2006
    based on 61 ratings
     | 35,419 views

    The fiery serpent raised up by Moses in the wilderness is one of the most striking types of the cross of Christ in all of scripture.

    "Then they set out from Mount Hor by the way of the Red Sea, to go around the land of Edom; and the people became impatient because of the journey. The people spoke against God and Moses, “Why have you brought us up out of Egypt to die in the wilderness? For there is no food and no water, and we ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • Stephen E. Trail avatar

    His Cross-Examination At Gabbatha Series

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 20, 2017
     | 9,503 views

    Third part of an Easter series documenting the trial of Jesus.

    The Echoes of Easter Pt 3 "His Cross-Examination at Gabbatha" Luke 23:1-25, John 19:13 Luke 23:1 And the whole multitude of them arose, and led him unto Pilate. 2 And they began to accuse him, saying, We found this fellow perverting the nation, and forbidding to give tribute to Caesar, saying ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Philip Harrelson avatar

    The Scapegoat

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Apr 30, 2007
    based on 16 ratings
     | 23,791 views

    A message to be preached the week before Easter. It works with the type of the scapegoat in Leviticus.

    The Scapegoat Leviticus 16:21-22 KJV And Aaron shall lay both his hands upon the head of the live goat, and confess over him all the iniquities of the children of Israel, and all their transgressions in all their sins, putting them upon the head of the goat, and shall send him away by the hand of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What's Really In The Way

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Mar 11, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,515 views

    With a huge cross on the platform which the worship team had to 'work around', the question of the day was stated in the title of this message. For us, "Is the cross or the culture in our way?"

    What’s Really In the Way Jerry Watts 1 Corinthians 1:18, Matthew 16:24 (This message was preached with a 10 foot cross place in the center of the platform area. The worship leader and band had to work around it & the choir was behind it) • Several years ago a pastor friend told me a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Hays avatar

    The Passion: The Rest Of The Story

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Feb 29, 2004
    based on 61 ratings
     | 4,818 views

    Many people are talking about Mel Gibson’s new movie "The Passion of the Christ." This study will take a deeper look at the Roman scourging and crucifixion that Jesus willingly endured on our behalf.

    The Passion: The Rest of the Story William Hill, who was the founder of Hopewell Presbyterian Church, used to tell the story of an old preacher who was approached by some of the members in his congregation. The members told him that he was boring them to tears and that their patience was wearing ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rodney V Johnson avatar

    When Our Faith Fails Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 4, 2010
     | 6,557 views

    Part 3 focuses on Paul's thorn in the flesh.

    When Our Faith Fail – Part 3 Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10; Joshua 13:11-13; Judges 2:3 Introduction: In my message last week I continued with the second and third faith equations: o Faith + Unbelief + Action = No Results o Faith + Wrong Belief + Action = Wrong Results Last week ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rick Burdette avatar

    The Power Of God For Weak People Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jun 3, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,976 views

    God's Power, Our Weakness, Suffering, Thorns

    John 9:1-12 (p. 747) June 8, 2014 Introduction: The Macuma People of Southeast Columbia in South America were “animists.” “Animism” worships the Gazelle for its speed...the eagle for its vision, the lion for its power...and because of this the Macuma’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jeffery Anselmi avatar

    The Story- Chapter 26- The Contrasts Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 1, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,243 views

    Why did Jesus HAVE to die on the cross and why didn't God just end the human race and start off fresh?

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • When I coached ASA Girls softball teams, the most difficult positon on the field to coach was the pitcher. I pitched in High School and I watched a lot of pitchers, but girls softball pitching was a totally different animal. • When my youngest daughter ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ