Sermons on Crucifixion Stake:

Betrayed,tried And Denied Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 28, 2001

an exposition on Matt ch 26

BETRAYED, TRIED AND DENIED Matthew 26 v. 47 - 75 1. The Lord’s Betrayal v. 47 - 56 see:- (a) The Timing of it -" Gethsemene" (b) The Tragedy of it v. 47 "lo, Judas, one of the twelve" i.e.he was as much saved as the rest of the disciples (c) The Thoughtlessness of it v. 47 "a great ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:47-75

Denomination: Holiness

Jesus Is The King Of The Jews

Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Jan 2, 2002

Sermon for Christ the King Sunday

Last Sunday in End Times – Christ the King Sunday Jesus is the King of the Jews 1. He is a king that the world does not recognize 2. He is a king that takes us to paradise Sermon Text: Luke 23:35-43 The people stood watching, and the rulers even sneered at him. They said, “He saved others; let him ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:35-43

Denomination: Lutheran

"The Hands Of Christ: Mighty, Yet Humble.” (Mk. 14:32-36; John 18:2-12) Series

Contributed by Don Schultz on Feb 2, 2002

We focus on the hands of Christ, the mystery of his divinity, yet humanity and humility as he suffers for us.

One of the most complicated pieces of machinery in the world is the human hand. Take a look at your hand for a moment. We take it for granted because it’s there every day, it usually does the things that we want it to do. Your hand is one of the most delicate, yet complex parts of your body. ...read more

Scripture: John 18:2-12, Mark 14:32-36

Denomination: Lutheran

What Did We Gain From Christ's Death?

Contributed by James Phillips on Jun 19, 2003

What christ did for us.

What did we gain from Christ’s death? A. Why a sacrificial death? HEBREWS 9:11 28 B. What was accomplished by Christ’s death? 1. It was a substitution for our sin. a. ROMANS 5:6 b. ROMANS 5:8 c. I CORINTHIANS 15:3 d. 2 CORINTHIANS 5:21 2. It provided redemption from sin. a. MATTHEW 13:44 b. I ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-28

Denomination: Christian Church

Dissatisfaction Or Fulfillment? Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 2, 2003

Like Judas, despite all we have, we feel dissatisfied. Dissatisfaction comes from too small a vision of where our lives must go or depending on others to give us meaning. A relationship with Jesus gives us redemption and release.

Willy Loman is the central character in Arthur Miller’s play, “Death of a Salesman”. Willy had known only one thing all his life, and that was selling. Selling, pitching, cajoling, persuading, making the sale. That was it. His wife played second fiddle to selling. His children tried to please, ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Finished!

Contributed by Tom Lovorn on Jul 9, 2003

This text shows at least 5 things Jesus finished on the Cross.

Finished! John 19:17-30 Introduction It was breathtaking as we sat in a small gazebo in Jerusalem. Our Holy Land group was at the Garden Tomb, it’s a private park owned by a religious organization in England. We were listening to a British gentleman explain why they believed the Garden Tomb is the ...read more

Scripture: John 19:17-30

Denomination: Baptist

The End Is In Sight Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Aug 5, 2003

Jesus in the garden demonstrates his love for us and his example to us.

Back in the 1990s, CBS carried a TV series called “Early Edition.” The series was about an unassuming Chicago stock broker named Gary Hobson who one day started receiving a copy of the Chicago-Sun Times a day early. None of the events described in Gary’s early edition have happened yet, and he has ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:27-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Revelation Of The Christ Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 27, 2002

how Christ reveals to the Sanhedrin that he is the CHrist

The Revelation of the Christ John 18: Then the detachment of soldiers with its commander and the Jewish officials arrested Jesus. They bound him 13 and brought him first to Annas, who was the father-in-law of Caiaphas, the high priest that year. 14 Caiaphas was the one who had advised the Jews ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:62-68

Denomination: Lutheran

The Revelation Of The Truth Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 7, 2002

how Jesus revealed the truth to Pilate

The Revelation of the Truth John 18: 28 Then the Jews led Jesus from Caiaphas to the palace of the Roman governor. By now it was early morning, and to avoid ceremonial uncleanness the Jews did not enter the palace; they wanted to be able to eat the Passover. 29 So Pilate came out to them and ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-38

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Prayed For Those He Loved Series

Contributed by Robert Galasso on Mar 9, 2002

As Jesus prayed with great passion in the garden for his disciples, that same prayer was for all of those who would follow him.

Introduction: Our Lord was about to go through a great trial of horror on the cross and yet, he took the time in the middle of his own agony to lift up in earnest prayer to his Father the needs of his followers. Jesus prayed for his disciples, including those of us who follow him today. He ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Do You Show Your Appreciation?

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2002

Two individuals demonstrating two different reactions to Jesus Christ. It is a contrast between the attitudes of the self-righteous and the repentant sinful. Here we see demonstrations of gratitude and of ingratitude, of appreciation and of depreciation

In this passage of Scripture, we find two individuals demonstrating two different reactions to Jesus Christ. It is a contrast between the attitudes of the self-righteous and the repentant sinful. Here we see demonstrations of gratitude and of ingratitude, of appreciation and of depreciation. As ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50, Luke 7:36-46

Denomination: Baptist

The Revelation Of Power Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 13, 2002

how Jesus where real power comes from and what it does

The Revelation of Power John 19: Pilate took Jesus and had him flogged. 2 The soldiers twisted together a crown of thorns and put it on his head. They clothed him in a purple robe 3 and went up to him again and again, saying, “Hail, king of the Jews!” And they struck him in the face. 4 Once ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Going On A Little Further

Contributed by Gary Merillat on Mar 16, 2002

Using Jesus Gethsemane experience of "going on a little further" He is seen as going further in compassion, commitment and courage.

Going on a Little Further Matthew 26:39 Introduction Illustration: Gordon MacDonald said, “You can tell whether you are becoming a servant by how you act when people treat you like one.” How do you react when you are treated like a servant? I must confess that my reaction isn’t always a prime ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Passion Narrative"

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Mar 16, 2002

March 24, 2002 -- SUNDAY OF THE PASSION -- Palm Sunday Title: “The Passion Narrative” According to Matthew 26: 14-27: 66

March 24, 2002 -- SUNDAY OF THE PASSION -- Palm Sunday Title: “The Passion Narrative” According to Matthew 26: 14-27: 66 This can be read at the service. The commentary, based on solid exegesis, avoids scholarly detail. The questions after each scene or station, sixteen of them, attempt to apply ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

The Cup And The Clock

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Mar 18, 2002

As we think on these things, there are two images that I want you to put your mind on today. One is a cup; the other is a clock.

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: Julius Caesar said “It is easier to find men who will volunteer to die, than to find those who are willing to endure pain with patience.” And Jesus Christ, the Son of God knew that he would offer up the supreme sacrifice for the world and He would have to do that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:39, Mark 14:36