Sermons on Easter Good Friday:

On Our Behalf

Contributed by Robert Walderman on Apr 26, 2019

Good Friday. What was so 'good?' Unless we first realize how 'bad' it could have been for us, we will never fully grasp the 'good.'

Does it bother you that God is Just and Holy? It bothers most people. They want to determine what is right or wrong based on what they think is right or wrong. They don’t understand that one day they will stand before the only true and living God and be judged by the standard of He who is, “Holy, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:21

Denomination: Baptist

A Fresh Look At The Cross

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Mar 22, 2021

In the ancient world, the cross was a depraved and distasteful affair. Romans used it, but the sparse reference to it in their literature shows their aversion to it. They considered it a barbarian form of punishment Similarly, the Jews detested it.

A fresh look at the Cross. John 12:27 Every religion and every ideology has its own symbol for its identification. . For the Buddhist it is the Lotus Flower. Judaism has the Star of David and Islam the Crescent. In this century the Communists were known for the hammer and the sickle and the Nazis ...read more

Scripture: John 12:27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From Desolation To Praise.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 27, 2022

They pierced my hands and feet.

FROM DESOLATION TO PRAISE. Psalm 22:1-31. (I). Jesus Upon the Cross. Psalm 22:1-21. The details of the sufferings in Psalm 22:1-21 match more exactly the anguish of Jesus upon the Cross than anything that we can find in any of the written records of David’s life - and because of this the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cross Of Christ

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 5, 2022

There are wooden crosses, metal crosses. Some are big, some are small. Some are plain, some are fancy. Cross necklaces are popular. But the cross is not just a decoration or a piece of jewelry. The cross of Christ represents so much more than that.

THE CROSS OF CHRIST You can look around NSCC and see many crosses. There are wooden crosses, metal crosses. Some are big, some are small. Some are plain, some are fancy. Cross necklaces are popular. It's interesting how many celebrities wear them. But for some of them, when you see what ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2, Philippians 2:8, 1 Corinthians 1:18, Philippians 3:18, Luke 9:23-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Cross Of Christ

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 30, 2018

The Cross of Christ is one of division, decision, and dedication.

The Cross of Christ John 19:16-22 Perhaps the most familiar of all Christian symbols is the cross. Can you look in almost any direction without seeing a cross? They are on the top of steeples, hanging on the walls, and worn on gold chains around necks, often by those who have little if any concept ...read more

Scripture: John 19:16-22

Denomination: Baptist

At The Foot Of The Cross

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Apr 10, 2023

waiting for the crucifixion of Jesus at the foot of the cross

John 18:1-19:42 This obituary appeared in the Jerusalem Post in the year 33 C.E. “Jesus Christ, 33, of Nazareth, died Friday on Mount Calvary, also known as Golgotha, ‘the place of the skull.’ Betrayed by the apostle Judas and crucified by the order of ruler Pontius Pilate. The causes of death ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal

The Gethsemane Experience Series

Contributed by Dr Fr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 5, 2024

The sermon delves into the profound emotional and spiritual turmoil experienced by individuals during times of extreme adversity, drawing parallels to the biblical story of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane.

The Gethsemane Experience Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46 Introduction: The sermon delves into the profound emotional and spiritual turmoil experienced by individuals during times of extreme adversity, drawing parallels to the biblical story of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane. Reflection The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Other

La Experiencia De Getsemaní Series

Contributed by Dr Fr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 5, 2024

El sermón profundiza en la profunda agitación emocional y espiritual que experimentan las personas durante tiempos de extrema adversidad, estableciendo paralelismos con la historia bíblica de Jesús en el huerto de Getsemaní.

La experiencia de Getsemaní Escritura: Mateo 26:36-46 Introducción: El sermón profundiza en la profunda agitación emocional y espiritual que experimentan las personas durante tiempos de extrema adversidad, estableciendo paralelismos con la historia bíblica de Jesús ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Other

Ang Karanasan Sa Getsemani Series

Contributed by Dr Fr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 5, 2024

Ang sermon ay sumasalamin sa malalim na emosyonal at espirituwal na kaguluhan na nararanasan ng mga indibidwal sa panahon ng matinding kahirapan, na inihahambing sa biblikal na kuwento ni Jesus sa Halamanan ng Getsemani.

Ang Karanasan sa Getsemani Banal na Kasulatan: Mateo 26:36-46 Panimula: Ang sermon ay sumasalamin sa malalim na emosyonal at espirituwal na kaguluhan na nararanasan ng mga indibidwal sa panahon ng matinding kahirapan, na inihahambing sa biblikal na kuwento ni Jesus sa Halamanan ng ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Other

The Paradigms Of The Cross

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Mar 28, 2024

The cross is viewed from many paradigms and different viewpoints by people.

 THE PARADIGMS OF THE CROSS 1) The cross is viewed from many paradigms and different viewpoints by people.   The preaching of the cross is foolishness to them that perish .But it is the power of God unto Salvation to those who are saved.     I Corinthians 1 : 18   18 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Cancels Your Debt Series

Contributed by Dr Fr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 30, 2025

Have you ever been in debt?

Title: Jesus Cancels Your Debt Intro: Have you ever been in debt? Scriptures: Isaiah 52:13-53:12, Hebrews 4:14-16; Hebrews 5:7-9, John 18:1-40, John 19:1-42. Reflection Dear Sisters and Brothers, "When Jesus had received the sour wine, he said, 'It is finished,' and he bowed ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1-40, John 19:1-42

Denomination: Other

Jesús Cancela Tu Deuda Series

Contributed by Dr Fr John Singarayar Svd on Apr 1, 2025

¿Alguna vez has estado endeudado?

Título: Jesús cancela tu deuda Introducción: ¿Alguna vez has estado endeudado? Escrituras: Isaías 52:13-53:12, Hebreos 4:14-16; Hebreos 5:7-9, Juan 18: 1-40, Juan 19:1-42. Reflexión Queridos hermanos y hermanas: Cuando Jesús hubo tomado el vinagre, dijo: ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1-40, John 19:1-42

Denomination: Other

Kinansela Ni Jesus Ang Iyong Utang Series

Contributed by Dr Fr John Singarayar Svd on Apr 1, 2025

Nabaon ka na ba sa utang?

Pamagat: Kinansela ni Jesus ang Iyong Utang Intro: Nabaon ka na ba sa utang? Mga Banal na Kasulatan: Isaias 52:13-53:12, Hebreo 4:14-16; Hebreo 5:7-9, Juan 18: 1-40, Juan 19:1-42. Pagninilay Mahal na mga kapatid na babae at kapatid, "Nang matanggap ni Jesus ang maasim na alak, sinabi ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1-40, John 19:1-42

Denomination: Other

From Gethsemane To Golgotha Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Apr 11, 2025

As we have read through the final hours of Jesus’ life, we journeyed from Gethsemane to Golgotha.

From Gethsemane to Golgotha Luke 22-23 Scriptures read in the service before the sermon: Luke 22:31-34 Luke 22:39-48 Luke 22:54-65 Introduction As we have read through the final hours of Jesus’ life, we journeyed from Gethsemane to Golgotha. On the Mount of Olives, Jesus prayed with ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Cherish The Blessing Of The Curse On The Cross

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Apr 16, 2025

What is a curse? How are we blessed through a curse? Find out in this Good Friday Sermon

4.18.25 Galatians 3:10–13 (EHV) 10 In fact, those who rely on the works of the law are under a curse. For it is written, “Cursed is everyone who does not continue to do everything written in the book of the law.” 11 Clearly no one is declared righteous before God by the law, because “The ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:10-13

Denomination: Lutheran