Sermons on Cross Value:

One More River To Cross

Contributed by James May on Jan 18, 2006

We crossed the Red Sea in Salvation and Baptism. Now we are walking through the wilderness on the road to the Promised Land, but we have one more river to cross before we get home. Are you ready for the crossing?

ONE MORE RIVER TO CROSS By Pastor Jim May There is an old song that we once sang that went like this: There’s one more river to cross; one more mountain to climb One more valley that I have to walk through Then I’ll leave my troubles behind One more battle with the devil, and I know He’ll ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:15-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lessons Learned From The Cross Series

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Apr 14, 2009

If you wear a cross then that is you preference, but when we look at the cross in our church, it should serve as a reminder to us of what Jesus did for us, and again today we will learn five lessons from the cross.

A Journey to Calvary; His Passion our Deliverance Lessons learned from the Cross Am Service April 5th 2009 Luke 23:26-49 Introduction What is the most common religious symbol in the world? In our part of the world, the most common religious symbol is the cross. You see the cross on churches. You ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-49

Denomination: Baptist

The Barrier That Soul Winning Crosses

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Jun 5, 2011

Racial – Economical – Social Barriers can be crossed in love

The Barrier That Soul Winning Crosses John 4: 1-9 Vs. 4:1–2 The popularity of Christ was increasing to the extent that the Pharisees became alarmed. To avoid a confrontation, Jesus traveled ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

His Cross-Examination At Gabbatha Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 20, 2017

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

Scripture: Luke 23:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Seven Words From The Cross

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 14, 2017

A Good Friday sermon.

FIRST WORD: “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” Luke 23:34 I don’t suppose you’re surprised to hear Jesus forgive. That’s what he came to do. It was his mission just as a UN peacekeeper’s mission is to keep the peace, not stir up trouble. But what did Jesus mean: “…forgive ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34, Luke 23:43, John 19:26, Matthew 27:46, John 19:28, John 19:30, Luke 23:46  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Lutheran

Am I A Soldier Of The Cross

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 19, 2017

This is a message for Remembrance day or Veteran's Day. Christians need to display the same courage, dedication and commitment that the people in our Armed Forces display.

AM I A SOLDIER OF THE CROSS ROMANS 13:8-14 THE FACT THAT WE HAVE HONORED OUR VETERANS DURING OUR SERVICE THIS MORNING, ALONG WITH THE FACT THAT THE BIBLE USES MANY MILITARY ILLUSTRATIONS, LEADS US TO CONSIDER WHETHER OR NOT WE TRULY ARE SOLDIERS OF THE CROSS. WHEN I CONSIDER THOSE IN MILITARY ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

Why I Preach The Cross

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 23, 2017

I WANT TO SUGGEST TO YOU TODAY THAT THERE IS ONE RELATIONSHIP THAT HAS STOOD THE TEST OF TIME. WE CAN HAVE FULL ASSURANCE OF THE FUTURE BASED ON THE CROSS OF CHRIST. HE DOESN’T WANT US TO LIVE IN FEAR ABOUT THE FUTURE.

WHY I PREACH THE CROSS 1 CORINTHIANS 1:17-2:5 THERE IS A STORY ABOUT A LITTLE GIRL WHO PROUDLY WORE A SHINY CROSS ON A CHAIN AROUND HER NECK. ONE DAY SHE WAS APPROACHED BY A MAN WHO SAID TO HER, “LITTLE GIRL, DON’T YOU KNOW THAT THE CROSS JESUS DIED ON WASN’T BEAUTIFUL LIKE THE ONE YOU’RE ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Five Miracles From The Cross

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 31, 2016

God caused 5 miracles during the crucifixion: Darkness, Veil Torn, Earthquake, Graves Open, & Resurrections. 101 Romans believed and confessed. They'll make a believer out of you too!

FIVE MIRACLES FROM THE CROSS Matthew 27:45-53 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: NOTHING LIKE EXPERIENCE 1. There was once a very small man who applied for a job as a lumberjack out in the Pacific Northwest. He approached the boss (who was a big strapping brute) while he was chatting with a half dozen others ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-53

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Cross Made The Difference For Us! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 22, 2016

1. We are blessed with two birthdays (vs. 1). 2. We are called to live by love (vs. 1-3). 3. We can overcome every obstacle in life (vs. 4-6). 4. We have been won by great witnesses (vs. 6-8).

The Cross Made the Difference for Us! 1 John 5:1-8 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The First Epistle of John Grayson Baptist Church - January 25, 2015 (Revised February 2, 2024) MESSAGE: *Christians are like other people in a whole lot of ways. We go to school and work. We love our families. We ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

#3 - Why Is This King On A Cross? Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on May 27, 2016

What is the significance of the cross? Why the cross? Why did Jesus die?

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Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-2

Denomination: Holiness

Take Up Your Cross Series

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 7, 2016

What are we projecting to other people about our service to the Lord if we are complaining about it instead of having fun while we are doing it? We get hung up when people in the world try to trip us up and slow down our walk to a crawl.

Take Up your cross Matthew 16:24-27 Years ago I remember hearing a radio broadcast of Dr. James Dobson from Focus on the Family. He was retelling a story about his son Ryan who was about three years old at the time. Little Ryan had gotten up early one morning before his Dad and Mom. He managed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

#1 - A King On The Way To The Cross Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Mar 9, 2016

How do I know God cares? What is the difference between confession and repentance?

Luke 18:31 Jesus took the Twelve aside and told them, "We are going up to Jerusalem, and everything that is written by the prophets about the Son of Man will be fulfilled. 32 He will be handed over to the Gentiles. They will mock him, insult him, spit on him, flog him and kill him. 33 On the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:31-34

Denomination: Holiness

The Cradle, The Cross, & The Crown

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 16, 2020

Three great milestones mark the life of Jesus Christ: His Incarnation, His Sacrifice, and His Resurrection/Ascension. These three are symbolized by “The Cradle, the Cross, and the Crown.”

THE CRADLE, THE CROSS, & THE CROWN Lk. 2:6-7; Isa. 9:6 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Q: What’s the difference between the Christmas alphabet and the ordinary alphabet? A: The Christmas alphabet has Noel. 2. Q: What do you call people who are afraid of Santa Claus? A: Claustrophobic. 3. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:6-7, Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Palm Sunday: Pathway To The Cross Series

Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Mar 26, 2021

ON PALM SUNDAY THE CHURCH CELEBRATES A PIVITAL EVENT IN BIBLICAL HOSTORY WHEN JESUS PROCEEDED TO TAKE THE JOURNEY THAT WOULD CULMINATE IN ACHEIVING HIS DESTINY, GIVING HIS LIFE FOR MANKIND ON THE CROSS.

PALM SUNDAY FPCC 3/28/2021 SERMON TITLE: “PALM SUNDAY: THE PATHWAY TO THE CROSS” TEXT: John 12:12-19 “The next day the large crowd that had come to the feast heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem. 13 So they took branches of palm trees and went out to meet him, crying out, and “Hosanna! Blessed ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Easter 2021 - Beyond The Cross

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Apr 1, 2021

This Easter message focuses on what we have because Jesus was raised from the dead.

Easter 2021 Beyond The Cross Scripture: First Corinthians 15:14-18; John 20:1-18; Isaiah 53:9 Throughout my early years in the Church, we sang a song that contained the following words that I am sure many of you will recognize: “Jesus keep me near the cross, there’s a precious fountain. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:14-18, John 20:1-18, Isaiah 53:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational