Sermons on Crosses:

The Post-Resurrection Appearances Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 16, 2009

Jesus made many appearances after His resurrection to prove both who He was and what He said was true.

The post-resurrection appearances John 21:1-12 Three men were sitting on a park bench one day, when a faith healer asked if any of them had any physical problems. Well, the first guy said, ‘I’ve suffered from back pain ever since I was in the war. Is there any way you can ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Nevertheless Of His Surrendering Series

Contributed by Steve Wilson on Jun 6, 2012

This is the third sermon in a series about Jesus being The Great Nevertheless. He keeps wonderfully surprising us. Using the Lord’s "nevertheless" statement in the KJV we get a delightful glimpse of our awesome Savior.

THE NEVERTHELESS OF HIS SURRENDERING Matthew 26:36-46 “Oh My Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me; nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt.” (verse 39) Introduction • Peggy Haymes wrote the following poem entitled Good Friday Gossip He never did things ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Baptist

The Futility Of Our Own Strength And The Supremacy Of His

Contributed by Cameron Conway on Aug 2, 2010

It is a hard fact to receive after all, that all God wants from us is to simply receive and believe in the actions He through Jesus have already accomplished. Will we accept his words or will we blindly ignore and forget His gift

Romans 3:20 For no person will be justified (made righteous, acquitted, and judged acceptable) in His sight by observing the works prescribed by the Law. For [the real function of] the Law is to make men recognize and be conscious of sin [not mere perception, but an acquaintance with sin which ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:20

Denomination: Foursquare

Words Of Life Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 9, 2010

Are you looking for life in all the wrong places? Everybody is living for something or somebody. Paul said, “For me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.” As we get closer to death in this human flesh it seems we tend to talk about death in terms of loss

INTRODUCTION Over the past five weeks, we’ve been visiting the cross to listen again to the Final Words from the Cross. Today we’re going to consider words that continue to shake our world: The first words from the tomb. These words were spoken by angels to the women who had arrived at ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Real Life Requires Crucifixion Series

Contributed by Samuel Wilder on Sep 20, 2010

Running through Paul's writings is the power of the cross and our need to turn from our sinful nature and desires. This sermon speaks to that power and that need in our lives.

Do you know what I once was? I was once an enemy of God. I was once what Paul called, in Eph. 2:3, an object of God’s wrath, that is, his anger, his righteous indignation. I was wasting my life gratifying the cravings of my sinful nature as I turned down the voice of morality in my head ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Life Spring

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 29, 2010

Through Christ, and Him alone there is hope, and when a believer adds works to Jesus' finished work anything can and will happen.

The Life Spring Text: Numbers 21:16-18 From there the Israelites traveled to Beer, which is the well where the Lord said to Moses, “Assemble the people, and I will give them water.” 17 There the Israelites sang this song: “Spring up, O well! Yes, sing its praises! 18 ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:16-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Terasures Of Goodness From God.

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 23, 2016

See what God can do if we will just ask him.

TERASURES OF GOODNESS FROM GOD. (1) My God is a God of love a God of forgiveness. Psalms 130: 4 But there is forgiveness with thee, that thou mayest be feared. Psalms 78: 31 The wrath of God came upon them, and slew the fattest of them, and smote down the chosen men of Israel. Psalms ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 130:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding God’s Purpose

Contributed by William Baeta on Mar 2, 2018

“For the word of the cross is folly to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.” (1Co 1:18)

Introduction: Our theme for today’s sermon is “understanding God’s purpose”. There is always a purpose behind everything that is invented or created. There is a purpose for inventing electricity. There is a purpose for inventing the printing press and there is a purpose for creating the mobile ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17, 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, John 2:13-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christ, Our Example Of Suffering

Contributed by William Baeta on Mar 29, 2018

“He was pierced for our transgressions, He was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that bought us peace was upon Him, and by His wounds we are healed.” Isaiah 53:5.

Introduction: The Gospel means the good news of the grace of God. It revolves around one unique historical event: the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ on the Cross. The Gospel is almost too good to be true as it does not depend on anything we do but on what Christ has done and by that “one ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12, Hebrews 4:14-16, John 19:17-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Really Makes Me A Fool Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 13, 2018

Sermon for an Easter Sunrise Service on April Fool's Day

ENGAGE As most of you probably know, today is not only Easter, but it is also April Fool’s day. Although that occurs more often than you might think, the last time this occurred was back in 1956. The next occurrence will be 11 years from now in 2029. So it’s certainly possible that some of you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Famous Last Words: I Thirst Series

Contributed by Mark Hall on Sep 4, 2016

Our thirst for Christ

FAMOUS LAST WORDS: I THIRST BEFORE THE CROSS This morning, as we quietly and humbly stand before the cross of Jesus Christ, and as we hear His words tumble into our hearts, there is a challenge that comes to us from the Holy Spirit. That challenge is not to just hear Jesus words, but to let the ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Not Peace But A Sword!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Oct 23, 2016

Not Peace but a Sword - Luke chapter 12 verses 49-53 - sermon by Gordon Curley. PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Cross is key regarding Fire. (vs 49). (2). The Cross is key regarding Suffering & Death (vs 50). (3). The Cross is key regarding Division (vs 51-54). SERMON BODY: Ill: • Oftentimes, a logo signifies the presence of a product or a company; • That we know all too ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-53

Denomination: Brethren

The Temple Curtain Was Torn In Two

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 10, 2017

What is the significance to the fact that when Jesus died, the temple curtain was torn in two from top to bottom?

"With a loud cry, Jesus breathed his last. The curtain of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom." - Mark 15:37-38 (NIV) The curtain mentioned is the inner curtain that separates the Holy of Holies from the Holy Place. The holy of holies was where the Ark of the Covenant was located, which ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:37-38

Denomination: Baptist

Born Again - Part 1

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 21, 2016

A beginners guide to understanding what it means to be "born-again".

Born Again - Part 1 Lakewood / Speaker: Pastor jonathan / 12-28-2014 Powerpoint is available by emailing jvorce14@gmail.com Intro: • John 3:16 is one of the best known verses in the entire Bible. It is frequently called the “golden text” of Scripture. • Today I want us to dissect it and see if we ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17, John 4:16

Denomination: Church Of God

The Night Shepherds Became Missionaries

Contributed by Pastor Dr. Tim Awotide on Dec 25, 2016

The first announcement of Christ 's birth was at night.

Text: Luke 2:7-18 INTRODUCTION A. The Hour of Ages. (1) History had been waiting for the hour of Christ 's birth. (2) The words of the prophets had been waiting fulfilment for centuries. (3) When Mary gave birth to Jesus, the long- awaited hour had arrived. B. Witness Called to ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal