Sermons on Jesus On Cross:

Jesus' Burial--A Discussion Of Courage Series

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Mar 14, 2005

One’s level of God-pleasing courage is in direct proportion to one’s vision/comprehension of the Cross.

Introduction: The burial of Jesus presents a strong picture of courage--the kind of courage that sets a dynamic example for all to follow. Courage is defined as the ability to conquer fear or despair. Theme: One’s level of God-pleasing courage is in direct proportion to one’s vision and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:42-47

Denomination: Church Of God

Crucified With Christ

Contributed by Gary Holt on Mar 14, 2026

Galatians 2:20: “I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me.” Christianity is NOT just about believing something about Jesus. It is about dying with Jesus so that He can live in you. Jesus’ cross meets our greatest need…the forgiveness of sin

“Crucified with Christ” Galatians 2:20 Easter 2026 week 1 Does it surprise you that Easter is in 3 week? ? and this is the first of 4 sermons leading into Easter. ? All will be based off Galatians 2:20 A man met with his friend one morning and greeted him with: "Say, Sam, have you seen ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Have You Done For Me Lately?

Contributed by David Gauthier on Jun 26, 2001

Showing an attitude of gratitude for all that Jesus has done in our lives.

Illustration: Rudyard Kipling He lived from 1865 to 1936. He was English, yet born in Bombay, India. He wrote poetry and is the author of books like Captain Courageous, How the Leopard Got His Spots, and The Jungle Books. Who was this man? Rudyard Kipling. Kipling’s writings not only made him ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19, Luke 17:11-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

'amazing Place, Amazing Grace, Amazing Faith' Series

Contributed by Tim Hbc on Mar 10, 2009

Learning from the bad guy who turned to Jesus in the nick of time...

Introduction Recently in the online Guardian Newspaper (UK) they did research to discover who the nation’s top 10 baddies were... Who do you think are in the nations top 10 baddie list? You may be surprised! (The congregation guesses who’s on the list...) Top 10 Scariest Baddies 1. White Witch ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:35-43

Denomination: Baptist

Declaration Of Grace Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 21, 2013

We can only be made right with God by faith in Jesus Christ.

The Declaration of Grace Text: Gal. 2:15-21 Introduction 1. Illustration: during one of D.L. Moody’s great campaigns, a man who had been to a number of the services and who, although convicted of his need for Christ, had kept on postponing a decision approached D L Moody. Now the last night ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:15-21

Denomination: Methodist

Empty Manger – Empty Tomb

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 30, 2016

Jesus has completed the task and takes His place next to the Father.

[Note to preachers: I interwove this sermon with personal pictures of the Birthplace in Bethlehem, Golgotha, and the Empty Tomb. If you don't have personal pictures, you can google them with "Church of the Nativity" and "Garden Tomb"] Empty Manger – Empty Tomb March 27, 2016 Resurrection ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-34

Denomination: Baptist

Fanaticism Taken Too Far?

Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Apr 22, 2019

A Good Friday talk from the point of view of Jesus and religious fanaticism.

Fanaticism Taken Too Far? Israel Folau (an Australian Christian sporting personality) has been in the news lately for expressing unpopular views—for quoting an unpopular part of the Bible on his personal Instagram page. Is his belief in heaven and hell fanaticism taken too far? Is Australian Rugby ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:7-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Second Word: Salvation Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 24, 2005

The second word of our Savior on the cross is directed to one of the thieves crucified with him. An analysis of Jesus’ second word on the cross, as set forth in Luke 23:43, teaches us about salvation.

Introduction Jesus was crucified between two thieves. One of the thieves mocked Jesus. But the other thief rebuked him. Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.” Jesus answered him, “I tell you the truth, today you will be with me in paradise” (Luke 23:42-43). Herbert ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:43, Numbers 13:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Cross Purposes 6: New Life In Christ Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Dec 13, 2019

Jesus died AS A MAN to give life TO HUMANITY. Christ is the new Adam. New identity in Christ.

CROSS PURPOSES 6: NEW LIFE IN CHRIST In our study, “Cross Purposes,” we have asked, “Why did Jesus die on the cross?” The answer is multi-faceted, and every angle we take yields profound insight into the grace of God: The cross demonstrates the love of God. The cross is God’s answer to human ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-21, Romans 3:23, Hebrews 2:14-15, 1 Corinthians 15:22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Cost Of Discipleship: A Sword, A Cross, And True Life

Contributed by Ronald Moore on Nov 4, 2023

Jesus speaks to us about the cost of discipleship, the profound and sometimes challenging journey of following Him.

Today, we gather here to reflect on a passage from the Gospel of Matthew, specifically from chapter 10, verses 34 to 39. In these verses, Jesus speaks to us about the cost of discipleship, the profound and sometimes challenging journey of following Him. Let us turn our hearts and minds to these ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:34-39

Denomination: Anglican

Jesus Became Sin For You

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 12, 2011

Just how did Jesus pay for your sins? To understand this will give you a new appreciation for just how bad evil is, how good God is, and the value of what Jesus did for you on the cross and bears for you each and every day. It also makes our job descripti

A few weeks ago we talked about the masks we as Christians put on that sometimes hides our true selves from one another. But those who do not know Christ also put on masks—to hide themselves from an awful reality that they don’t want to face—that we as humans are evil at the core. We distract ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:11-21

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Jesus Prays At The Gethsemane

Contributed by Scott Maze on Mar 18, 2026

Jesus did what any real human being would do. He said, “I don’t want this. Let me out. I don’t want to die. Let this cup pass from me.” In effect, Jesus banged on the door to heaven, and it didn’t open. He says to the Father, “Father, I don’t think I can handle it. Let this cup pass from me.”

It’s late on Thursday, and we find Jesus just hours away from His arrest. Again, it is Thursday night, and we are approaching midnight. Jesus and the Disciples have just finished the Last Supper. It is a week that has been full of last things: Jesus’ last visit to the temple, His last sermon, His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Baptist

What The Sinner Saw That Made Him See The Savior

Contributed by Michael Martin on Mar 2, 2016

The dying thief rejoiced to SEE that fountain in his day; And there may I though vile as he, wash all my sins away.

(Luke 23:32-43) "The thieves also..." Matthew tells us that they BOTH railed on the Lord at first. At first, both thieves mocked and reviled the Lord. But, one of them saw something over the course of the next few hours... He saw something that changed his mind about who this man, being ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Baptist

All Charges Dismissed

Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Dec 16, 2001

Some say that justice is blind, but the justice of Jesus Christ is Infinitely Righteous. With Jesus as our Savior, He is Faithful & Just to forgive us of all our sins and cleanse us of all unrighteousness!

A few weeks ago, I was in a pretty mild, yet widespread accident. 7 cars total were involved, two bumping in the left lane, two bumping in the right lane, and three in the center lane. I was merging into the center lane from the left lane, and I saw the truck in front of me basically just stop ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:8-11, Psalm 103:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Before The Unbelieving

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Mar 10, 2018

On the Path to the Cross, Jesus stood before Pilate and Herod. A Biblical examination of their dealing with Jesus will allow the Holy Spirit to give us a clear understanding of unrepentant mankind's response to God's redemptive work through Jesus Christ.

Jesus Before the Unbelieving Before Pilate, Herod and the Crowd: On the Path to the Cross, Jesus stood before Pilate and Herod. A Biblical examination of their dealing with Jesus will allow the Holy Spirit to give us a clear understanding of unrepentant mankind's response to God's redemptive ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational