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  • Matthew Kratz avatar

    The Crescent, The Star & The Cross Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 12, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,674 views

    Paul contrasts two sons, two mothers, two covenants and two Jerusalem’s between Legalism and faith.

    As Israeli tanks are advancing on Gaza and Hamas militants continue to fire rockets at Israel, both sides continue to ignore international calls to stop the conflict. Israel has even warned it would escalate its assault. Since the present Israeli military advance on Gaza, the Palestinian death ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Kevin Burden avatar

    The Penalty Of Bypassing The Cross

    Contributed by Kevin Burden on Jun 18, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,852 views

    It has been a long night in Jerusalem. While multitudes slept, God the Father has allowed the plan of the ages (the redemption of man) to be put into motion.

    THE PENALTY OF PASSING BY THE CROSS Mark 15:22-38 / Luke 23:46-49 It has been a long night in Jerusalem. While multitudes slept, God the Father has allowed the plan of the ages (the redemption of man) to be put into motion. The time is a few minutes after noon the day of Christ’s crucifixion. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Pearce avatar

    Take Up The Cross

    Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Jun 18, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,068 views

    JESUS COMMANDED US TO TAKE UP OUR CROSS AND FOLLOW HIM.

    TAKE UP THE CROSS INTRO: HOW BIG IS THE CROSS TO CHRISTIANITY? 1: HOW BIG IS IT TO THE CHRISTIAN? A) IS A THE CROSS SOMETHING YOU IDENTIFY WITH? B) IS IT A SYMBOL YOU WEAR AROUND YOUR NECK? C) OR IS IT MORE THAN THAT TO YOU? POINT: A LOT OF PEOPLE WEAR CROSSES AROUND THEIR NECKS. RECENTLY I WAS ...read more

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  • Bill Butsko avatar

    Take Up The Cross

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Oct 2, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,463 views

    A true follower of Jesus will have no trouble taking up the Cross.

    Text: Then He said to them all, “If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow Me” (Luke 9:23). We claim to be Christians which indicates that we follow the “words in red” that are printed in our Bible. The “words in red” are the words spoken by ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    Words From The Cross Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 24, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 3,940 views

    This is the 19th study in the study "The Hebrew Hymnal".

    Series: The Hebrew Hymnal (Psalms) HYMN #22: WORDS FROM THE CROSS Psalm 22 As Jesus Christ hung upon the cross, He spoke seven statements that summarize His experience as He was dieing for the sins of the world. Psalms 22:1-5; Matthew 27:45-46 „© ¡§My God, my God, why have you forsaken ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Roger Thomas avatar

    The Word, The Spirit, And The Cross Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on May 25, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,875 views

    The sermon begins a study of 1 Corinthians 12-14 with an overview of the book and the issues behind it.

    Holy Spirit Series 2000 The World, The Spirit and the Cross Introduction to 1 Corinthians Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO What sank the Titanic? Most of you saw the movie. Many have seen the news reels. What took the gigantic ship to the ocean ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Joe Mack Cherry avatar

    The Cross: A Forethought Not An Afterthought

    Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Jul 16, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,342 views

    God did not give us Calvary to make amends for any mistake of His own in creating man. Let’s look at God’s presence in Calvary realizing it was a mission He sent His Son on that was purposed before the world was formed.

    The Cross “A Forethought Not an Afterthought” I. Introduction A. The Passion of the Christ 1. The cross and Christ are getting a lot of publicity these days. a.To the tune of 100’s of millions. b.That’s great because salvation comes only via ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Scott Carmer avatar

    The Word Of The Cross Is Foolish

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jan 21, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,257 views

    That the Son of God should die on a cross is pure foolishness to many people. But for Christians, it is the sign of the power of God.

    The Word of the Cross is Foolish I Corinthians 1:18-31 January 22, 2006 A pastor colleague of mine received a call from a worried mother some time ago. “Pastor, can you come over to talk to my daughter? She’s been acting strange ever since she went away to college. Now she has joined the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Bruce Willis avatar

    Our Journey To The Cross Series

    Contributed by Bruce Willis on Dec 15, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 19,190 views

    This is the first sermon in a series of three on "The Journey To The Cross" which deals with brokenness from The Exchanged Life perspective.

    This morning I want to take us on a journey to the cross. And I don’t know how long this journey will take for each of us to get there. As far as my leading us along the path through preaching only God knows. The travelogue will take a couple of weeks anyway you look at it. But your actual ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bruce Willis avatar

    Jesus' Journey To The Cross Series

    Contributed by Bruce Willis on Dec 18, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 44,884 views

    This is the second sermon in a series of three on "The Journey To The Cross" which deals with brokenness in terms of surrendering our rights from The Exchanged Life perspective.

    Last week I began a series of sermons on “The Journey To The Cross” wherein I talked about how we get started on the Journey and how we continue on the Journey from Luke 9:23-25. I mentioned that we need to come to an experiential awareness of what the cross means in our lives today. In this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • W. Alderman avatar

    The Cradle, The Cross And The Crown

    Contributed by W. Alderman on Dec 23, 2006
    based on 84 ratings
     | 14,362 views

    This sermon shows the three major phases of Christ’s ministry

    THE CRADLE, THE CROSS AND THE CROWN Text: Philippians 2:5-11 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: This lesson and sermon will consider three phases of the ministry of Christ. We will look at him at His Cradle and then we will look at His Cross. We will conclude ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Stephen Funderburk avatar

    Things Nailed To The Cross

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Sep 19, 2006
    based on 49 ratings
     | 18,506 views

    things Jesus defeated on the cross

    Intro: Romans 1:15—Paul states he was eager to preach the cross. Everywhere he went his message included the cross. Why was he so persistent in preaching this subject? Today we find why he was so excited about the cross by looking at what was nailed to the cross. THINGS NAILED TO THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Richard Deem avatar

    Discipleship: The Call Of The Cross

    Contributed by Richard Deem on Oct 9, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 12,234 views

    It is important to understand that God has freely given us salvation. It was paid for by the cross of Christ. Along with this salvation comes discipleship. Jesus said if you are going to be His disciple, you have to bear your cross.

    Discipleship: The Call Of The Cross (Note: This message was preached at a special School of Ministry/Congress on Leadership convened in Panama City, Republic of Panama) I consider it a great privilege to be invited to be part of this School of Ministry and Congress on Leadership. I want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Mike Gilbert avatar

    Celebrating The Victory Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jun 19, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 12,752 views

    Message #1 in series, "Pursuing Victory." Three reasons to celebrate Jesus’ victory on the cross.

    Series: Pursuing Victory Message #1: ""Celebrating the Victory of the Cross"" 1 Corinthians 15:56-57 - "The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law; but thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." SOME OBSERVATIONS FROM LEVITICUS 16, JOHN 19, AND ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Cosper avatar

    The Major Events At The Cross Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 20, 2011
     | 6,251 views

    We are going to divide this passage into 8 events to get a better understanding of what is happening. This is not an unfamiliar story to most Christians but maybe we can learn yet a little more about it.

    The most significant event in history is the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. We are saved by His death. Because He died, we live. But there IS a condition. We have to believe, and it’s the necessity for belief that John stressed throughout his gospel. He was an eyewitness of the crucifixion, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist