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The Women Of The Cross

Contributed by Tony Klinedinst on Aug 9, 2002

based on 104 ratings

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The women who were closest to our Lord reveal to us what the value of the cross is.

Near the Cross of Christ John 19:16-30 How do we respond to such a dreadful story? Three reactions to Jesus: Pilate: Regretful sorrow. Chief priests: An offense.(v. 21) Soldiers:Get what they can take.(v. 23-24) Women: Faithful until the end. (v. 25) I.Near the cross, you will find loving ...read more

Scripture: John 19:16-30

Denomination: Baptist

At The Foot Of The Cross: Powerlessness Series

Contributed by Kathleen Kisner on Aug 12, 2002

based on 25 ratings

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The Good Friday story told from the viewpoint of Salome

Oh my, what an exhausting day! Crucificitions should be banned! There are cruel and a horrible way to die. I know that the great and mighty Roman government thinks it is a great way to reduce crime, but I think they are wrong. They just make innocent people, like my sister, suffer. I have ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:33-41

Denomination: Methodist

The Rose Of Sharon

Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 20, 2002

based on 50 ratings

| 5,333 views

This was an Easter Message given for a large group of teenagers.

The Rose of Sharon Selected Passages March 27, 2002 For this message there is a demonstration aspect that makes the message better understood. I used a single red rose for the main part of the message and slowly tore the petals off of the rose as I described the suffering of Jesus. At the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Romans 5:8

Denomination: Church Of God

It Is Finished

Contributed by Keith Andrews on Jun 5, 2002

based on 49 ratings

| 5,691 views

Easter Message

John 19:28-30 28Jesus knew that everything was now finished, and to fulfill the Scriptures he said, ¡§I am thirsty.¡¨„T 29A jar of sour wine was sitting there, so they soaked a sponge in it, put it on a hyssop branch, and held it up to his lips. 30When Jesus had tasted it, he said, ¡§It is ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

Practical Love

Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 21, 2001

based on 59 ratings

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Jesus is calling His people to live a life of practical love for the world to see.

Practical Love Luke 10:29-37 October 21, 2001 Introduction A survivor of a Nazi death camp wrote these words very bitterly: "Here’s to a world that did not care. To those who had eyes but would not see. To those who had ears but would not hear. To those who had voices but would not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:29-37

Denomination: Church Of God

Who Really Killed Jesus?

Contributed by Jay Robison on Mar 31, 2004

based on 11 ratings

| 3,339 views

Today, many people go to great extents to avoid responsibility for their actions. When Jesus was crucified, a great injustice was done. Who Really Killed Jesus? This sermon looks at a list of likely suspects and shows how we have much in common with them.

Note: I preach from an expanded outline not a manuscript. Also, there is an outline for the congregation to follow along at the end of the sermon. Also I have a bibliography there. WHO REALLY KILLED JESUS? March 28, 2004 Jay Robison Matthew 27:20-26 Have you noticed amazing lengths we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:20-26, John 19:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

"They Watched Him There"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Apr 1, 2004

based on 48 ratings

| 10,015 views

This message centers around the different individuals and groups of people who surrounded the cross at the crucifixion, and, "They Watched Him There".

“They Watched Him There” INTRODUCTION: Matthew 27:35-39 – all turn, read. There was a great crowd who saw the scene at Mt. Calvary that day. On Friday, we celebrate an EXECUTION. There were 3 crosses. Over the middle cross as a sign: “This is Jesus of Nazareth, the King of the Jews”. It was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:35-39

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross Of Christ ... Empty, But Always Full

Contributed by David Haun on Apr 5, 2004

based on 26 ratings

| 7,821 views

Almost every Easter Sermon deals with the empty tomb. That’s all "once a year folk" ever hear. This sermon is to catch them with the message of the cross. It applies to our sanctuary cross, but can fit most any cross.

THE CROSS OF CHRIST ... EMPTY, BUT ALWAYS FULL ... Dr. David L. Haun Hope Christian Church Tamarac, Florida Today is Easter. Today we remember, celebrate, and give God praise for that resurrection morning. All over the world today, people will gather to celebrate the empty tomb. There were ...read more

Scripture: John 19:17-24, John 20:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Passion Meditation

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Apr 8, 2004

based on 24 ratings

| 3,805 views

This objective of this outline is to awaken our awareness of God’s great love for us, while we were yet sinners.

Introduction: The Passover season is a time to revitalize within our spirits the immense pain suffered by Christ on our behalf. At Calvary every man is humbled and God is truly glorified. Let us approach this passion season with deep gratitude and reverence for our Saviour. May our minds be filled ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:22-50

Denomination: Baptist

"It Is Finished"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 9, 2004

based on 26 ratings

| 3,933 views

A sermon for Good Friday.

John 19:17-30 “It Is Finished” By Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org Why do we call this Good Friday? The Crucifixion is an extraordinary scene of darkness and despair! The events surrounding the death of Christ portray ...read more

Scripture: John 19:17-30

Denomination: United Methodist

Ignorant Errors, Careless Mistakes, Or Plain Old Sin

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 9, 2004

based on 58 ratings

| 4,485 views

Message on the First Word from the Cross, for a Good Friday Seven Last Words service. Jesus prays for forgiveness for the anonymous "they" who permit a society to be valueless, for those who profit from the misery of others, for those who pride themselve

One of life’s scariest moments comes when, two or three days after you have taken an exam at school, the teacher shows up ready to pass out the results. Maybe you sit poised on the edge of your chair, if you think you’ve done well; or you slump down in the seat, trying to look as though you’re ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-37

Denomination: Baptist

What Price Betrayal?

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Feb 1, 2008

based on 1 rating

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Judas’ price was 30 pieces of silver. Do you have a price?

WHAT PRICE BETRAYAL? MATTHEW 26: 14-16 Pastor Eric J. Hanson Palm Sunday 2000 What is this? The ultimate betrayal for the mere price of thirty pieces of silver? There has been another time when the people of Jerusalem valued the prophet Zechariah at 30 pieces of silver, but that was pay for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"It Is Finished"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 16, 2003

based on 45 ratings

| 5,809 views

A Good Friday meditation.

John 19:17-30 “It Is Finished” By Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA We often speak of the Cross as a stark tragedy; as the most awful, wicked, and incongruous thing which ever happened on this planet. And, in a sense, we are right! Almighty God ...read more

Scripture: John 19:17-30

Denomination: United Methodist

Easter- The Power Of The Cross

Contributed by George Rennau on Apr 17, 2003

based on 56 ratings

| 12,087 views

All those who reject the message of the cross are lost and dying and headed for judgement, but there is still time, JESUS will save all those who come to Him through the Power of the Cross

Easter - THE POWER OF THE CROSS INTRODUCTION: Have you heard of the book called “The Worst Case Scenario Survival Handbook?” It’s a survival manual, based on interviews with experts (You can view this book online at Amazon.com) Here are some of the subjects covered in the book: • How to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Would Remain Unbroken Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Apr 18, 2003

based on 16 ratings

| 5,255 views

how Jesus bones would not be broken

April 14, 2003 Psalm 22:17-18 I can count all my bones; people stare and gloat over me. 18 They divide my garments among them and cast lots for my clothing. I used to have a neighbor who is what I would call “Mr. Clean.” Almost every Saturday during the summer I would see him outside ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:17-18

Denomination: Lutheran

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