Sermons on Cross:

Crossing The Line

Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Jul 10, 2007

How many have seen the police scenes either on the television or at the theater? I’m talking about places where a crime has been committed, the police officers arrive, and with a yellow tape they encircle the area where it all took place.

How many have seen the police scenes either on the television or at the theater? I’m talking about places where a crime has been committed, the police officers arrive, and with a yellow tape they encircle the area where it all took place. I’m sure that all of us here, at one time or another, have ...read more

Scripture: James 4:4-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Unfiltered Cross

Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on Sep 7, 2007

This message is a reflection after the viewing of the film "The Passion of Christ"

The Unfiltered Cross--A Reflection on the Passion of Christ 1 Corinthians 1:17-18 INTRODUCTION On Saturday afternoon I finally got around to seeing the Passion. I have heard critics dismiss it for various reasons, and I have heard others applaud it—especially Christian leaders. I wanted to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Responding To The Cross Series

Contributed by Tony Mccreery on Sep 8, 2007

The 9th in a series going through all Christ endured leading up to the Cross. The series ends Easter Sunday with the Glorious Resurrection

Jesus endured horrible things for you and I. Last week we talked about the fact that Jesus was forced to carry His cross. He had been beaten and humiliated to the point that He could hardly move, but yet was forced to carry the cross. The suffering and humiliation did not stop there. The ...read more

Scripture: John 19:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Scene At The Cross Series

Contributed by Tony Mccreery on Sep 8, 2007

The 13th in a series going through all Christ endured leading up to the Cross. The series ends Easter Sunday with the Glorious Resurrection

Last week we looked at the work of Christ by examining several I am statements of Christ. The truth is, Christ came to save the world, and He came that those who believe would have life more abundant. Today we look at the fourteenth thing they did to our Lord. They drove nails in His feet and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:12-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Dynamite Of The Cross

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Sep 14, 2007

The dynamite (power) of the cross is displayed in the reaction of the centurion at Calvary’s cross. This is displayed through the righteousness and royalty of Christ, the response of heaven and the witness of the centurion’s own heart.

The Bible does not give us many facts about activities of the centurions. In fact, centurions are referred to only four times in the Bible. Matthew 8 records the story where the centurion asked for his servant to be healed. “Lord, I am not worthy for You to come under my roof, but just say the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:51-54

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas And The Cross

Contributed by Alex Perednia on Feb 25, 2007

What is the connection between the Creche and the Cross... between Christ’s birth and his death. Andy why do we have to talk about Christ’s death at the time of his birth? (This sermon was preached in parts with Jason Lundy doing Part II)

I. INTRODUCTION: The Crèche and the Cross (Colossians 2:9; Mark 10:45; Hebrews 9:28, 10:5-7, 9-10; 1 Corinthians 1:23) Our text today is Colossians 2:9, 13-15. Did you notice that Colossians 2:9 celebrates the wonderful reality of Christmas: in coming to earth Jesus was “the fullness of Godhead ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Disciple's Cross

Contributed by Gary Birch on Feb 27, 2007

Following Jesus has become too easy for many people. We like to take the benefits without the discipline and responsibilities. What does it really mean to take up our cross and follow him?

The Italian freedom fighter Garibaldi offered his men only hunger and death to free Italy. Garibaldi had an incredibly committed volunteer army. He would appeal for recruits in these terms: “I offer neither pay, nor quarters, nor provisions; I offer hunger, thirst, forced marches, battles and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-28

The Sword And The Cross

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Apr 29, 2007

Tells how Jesus took symbols of death and terror, the sword and the cross, and changed them into symbols of life and love.

“The Sword and the Cross” April 8, 2007 The Romans had perfected execution by crucifixion to an art. It was carried out in such a way as to inflict a maximum amount of pain on the condemned prior to death. One of the objectives was to strike terror into the enemies of Roman. No one wanted to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:3-6

Denomination: Holiness

"Converted On A Cross!"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 20, 2007

A sermon on the world’s perception of the church vs the authentic Jesus.

Luke 23:33-43 “Converted on a Cross!” (Many of the ideas for this sermon come from Everything Must Change by Brian Mclaren) By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of Grace United Methodist Church, Soddy Daisy, TN www.gbgm-umc.org/grace-sdtn The Rock Band Jethro Tull has a song entitled Hymn 43 in which they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43

Denomination: United Methodist

The Curse Or The Cross? Series

Contributed by Patrick Mead on Nov 24, 2007

In Galatians 3:1-14, Paul has presented us with us two roads. One road is the road of curse. The other road is the road of blessing. What road are you on? Are you on the road of curse, which leads to destruction or are you on the road of blessing whi

The Curse or the Cross? Galatians 3:1-14 In our study last week we noticed how Paul transitioned form arguing his authority as an apostle to teaching the foundational doctrine of Christian of justification by faith alone. Paul will spend chapters three and four expanding on his teaching about ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Fellowship Of The Cross

Contributed by Donald Minshew on Jul 17, 2007

Parallels the idea of the Fellowship of the Ring with the fellowship of believers who walk together

Introduction: Big events - New production of the Fellowship of the Ring. JRR Tolkein-Oxford scholar; contemporary and friend of C.S. Lewis. Created a fantasy world. Fellowship of the Ring - a group of 9 diverse individuals, four races united in a common cause. A deeper fellowship pictured in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of The Cross Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 20, 2007

As we meditate on Christ’s Seven Words from the Cross, we will learn so much about the amazing grace and wonderful love of God!

EASTER SUNDAY - THE POWER OF THE CROSS Why am I away from my family on this Easter weekend? KEY TEXT: “But my life is worth nothing unless I use it for doing the work assigned me by the Lord Jesus the work of telling others the Good News about God’s wonderful kindness and love.” (Acts 20:24). ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:24

Denomination: *other

The Empty Cross Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jul 26, 2007

In all human history Jesus Christ was the only one qualified to die for the sins of mankind.

This is Easter morning, a time to remember the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. To appreciate resurrection, must His understand death w/o- death, there could be no resurrection w/o- resurrection- death not significant In all human history … Jesus the man, who was Christ the God, was the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:19

Denomination: Charismatic

The Road To The Cross

Contributed by Mark Beaird on Mar 24, 2003

This "triumphal entry" was actually a road of sorrow He chose for himself. It too was an inspiring sight for those who can see it for what it was.

THE ROAD TO THE CROSS Palm Sunday) © 1997 by Mark Beaird Text: John 12:9-19 It was one of the most inspiring sights of World War II. Four chaplains were standing on the deck of the USS Dorchester, hand-in-hand, singing the old hymn ...read more

Scripture: John 12:9-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Road To The Cross Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Mar 31, 2003

The dark road to the Cross was full of rejection and pain, but and Jesus emerged on the other side of the cross into the brilliance of resurrection life! This road is also the pattern for every disciple.

The Road to the Cross Luke 18:31-34 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION Communicating clearly is always a challenge for us. When we use the wrong word or mix up our words the result is often humorous. Here are some actual examples of excuse notes (with original spelling) parents sent to school with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:31-34

Denomination: Baptist