Sermons on Crossway:

The Church Triumphant Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jan 14, 2022

This provides the important look at the transition between Chapters 3 and 4, moving from the study of the seven churches to what John writes are the events to come.

Dr. Bradford Reaves CrossWay Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD Watch this sermon at: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/episodes/93685 Introduction We’ve spend the last couple of months covering 7 letters from Jesus to 7 Churches in Asia Minor or modern day Turkey. These were 7 real churches ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1

Denomination: Brethren

The Promise Of A Savior

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 7, 2023

This a message written for a Christmas Eve Candlelight Service that looks back on Jesus' prophetic first coming and looking forward to Jesus' prophetic second coming.

Dr. Bradford Reaves CrossWay Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org I’ve written many Christmas sermons. Christmas is a remarkable time of year when many people focus on the birth of Jesus Christ. Even amid gatherings, gifts, and the commercialized aspects of this time of year in ...read more

Scripture: John 14:3

Denomination: Brethren

Life As Bread Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 31, 2023

While routine is comforting are you willing to put your trust in the Lord when He calls you to serve in His kingdom? Are you willing to leave your shell of normalcy and in your weakness see the Lord's power made perfect in your life?

Your Life as Bread Luke 9:10-17 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Across the diverse cultures of the world, unique as they may be, commonalities often emerge. While initiation rituals, traditions, histories, values, principles, and boundaries vary, a universal ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Forsaken Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 22, 2024

The brutality of this execution is beyond our imagination. Yet, as we consider the cross today, we dare not look away.

Five Powerful Words: FORSAKEN Mark 15:33-39 Introduction Mark 15:33-39, ESV And when the sixth hour had come, there was darkness over the whole land until the ninth hour. And at the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, “Eloi, Eloi, lema sabachthani?” which means, “My God, my God, why ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:33-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You've Received Mercy Series

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Aug 31, 2023

as we look into the next portion of Peter’s letter to new believers and followers of Jesus, we will see that we have been given a simply amazing gift, something we did not have before Christ. But now we do – the question will be this, ‘What are doing with the mercy we’ve received?’

You’ve Received Mercy Part 3 of A study through Peter June 25th 2023 We are in the book of 1 Peter and will be throughout the summer. 1 Peter will lead into…2nd Peter (good guess!) So you know where we’re headed in the weeks ahead. In a spare moment this week (and there were few) I happened ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Submitting To Authority Series

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Aug 31, 2023

Today we are going to explore what is written in the Word of God (talk about authority!) when it comes to submitting to authority.

Submitting to Authority Part 4 of A study through Peter July 2nd 2023 We are in the book of 1 Peter, a letter to the church written by a fellow who was an uneducated fisherman, who was called by Jesus to be one of His closest followers, was well-known for speaking his mind, acting without ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Root Of Your Problem Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jun 24, 2014

When we follow worldly wisdom, the evidence will be demonstrate in the quarrels and fights that occur in our churches and in our other relationships. The problem is solved when we humble ourselves before God and before others.

“A new movie, “Fight Church,” raises the unusual question: “Can you love your neighbor while kneeing him in the face?” (Source: ABC news, abcnews.go.com/GMA/video/church-fight-club-pits-pastor-pastor-23188184 The documentary, by directors Daniel Junge and Bryan ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Uncondemned Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Oct 10, 2024

Romans 7:25, 8:1 Thanks be to God, who delivers me through Jesus Christ our Lord! ... Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus...

Recovered By Grace: UNCONDEMNED Romans 8 Introduction In our study of the book of Romans, we have covered the basic ideas: -The Good News is God’s Power to Save Everyone  -Everyone needs saving - all have sinned. - We cannot overcome on our own. -Salvation is a matter of God’s grace, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Rich Man And Lazarus Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 28, 2025

In today’s text we have a story about a wealthy man and an impoverished man whose stories intersect at the gate of the wealthy man. This is a haunting story and one that features people with opposite experiences in life and death.

The Rich Man and Lazarus Luke 16:19-31 Introduction Luke’s gospel is known for having a lot to say about riches and poverty. We might assume that Jesus mostly talked to poor people, but we know he spoke to the Pharisees, many of whom would have been wealthy. (16:14) He also was known to hang ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Trail Life Sunday: Faith On The Rugged Trail Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Sep 3, 2025

This is Trail Life Sunday, a day where we celebrate our Trail Life boys and American Heritage Girls, but also where we as the church remember that the Christian life itself is a rugged trail.

Trail Life Sunday: Faith on the Rugged Trail September 14, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Colossians 1:10; Numbers 13:25-33; Matthew 7:13; Joshua 4:6-7 Introduction: The Trailhead Church, today we lace up our boots for a different kind of trail. This is Trail Life Sunday, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:10, Numbers 13:25-33, Matthew 7:13, Joshua 4:6-7, Numbers 14:6-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

Equipped #4: Encouragement Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Sep 4, 2025

In the list of gifts that God has equipped us to perform in the church and in our lives, Encouragement is one that is needed now more than ever.

Equipped: Encourage  Romans 12:8 Introduction In the list of gifts that God has equipped us to perform in the church and in our lives, Encouragement is one that is needed now more than ever. Did you know that loneliness contributes to over 100 deaths every hour worldwide? That’s not just a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Walk In The Light

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 9, 2025

If we are to walk in a way that pleases the Lord, we must walk in love; we must walk in righteousness, and we must walk in the light. This is not optional – we must walk in the light.

Walk in the Light Ephesians 5:8-14 As we move forward in this fifth chapter of Ephesians, we continue to be reminded of the lives we are to live in Christ. Our text today is a continuation of the thoughts from the preceding verses. If we are to walk in a way that pleases the Lord, we must walk in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Restrainer

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 17, 2025

Who is the Restrainer and what should we know about the function of it today?

The Restrainer December 17, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 2 Thessalonians 2:6-7 And you know what is restraining him now so that he may be revealed in his time. 7 For the mystery of lawlessness is already at work. Only he who now restrains it will do so until he is out of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:6-7

Denomination: Brethren

Solitude Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 21, 2010

1) The Straining from a lack of Solitude (1 Kings 19:1-4), 2) The Strengthening from Solitude (1 Kings 19:5-8), 3) The Searching from Solitude (1 Kings 19:9-14), &, 4) The Sending from Solitude (1 Kings 19:15-18)

With the conclusion of the Olympics and Paralympics, one of the most trying adjustments that athletes and spectators alike claim is an emptiness after the games. With such preparation and excitement, it really means a change of gears for people. Likewise, the prophet Elijah in 1 Kings 19 was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18

Denomination: Other

Our Duty In A Hostile World Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 19, 2007

Three very basic aspects of our duty: 1) the incentive to our spiritual duty, 2) the instructions for our duty, and 3) the intention of our duty.

In HUNTINGTON, Utah -Crews were forced to halt their desperate underground search for six trapped coal miners after a cave-in killed three rescue workers and injured six. "We have suspended indefinitely the underground portion of this rescue effort," said Richard Stickler, head of the U.S. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Other