Sermons on Jesus On Cross:

The Cross Cost Series

Contributed by Mark Jones on Aug 21, 2011

EOLS: Christian life is at odds with the world and the disciple will face opposition to his walk.

The Cross Cost Mat 5:10-12 (10) "Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. (11) "Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. (12) Rejoice and be glad, for your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Methodist

The Cross Was Necessary

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 26, 2014

In our study today we will see that the cross was necessary from two points of view. THE CROSS WAS NECESSARY FROM GOD’S POINT OF VIEW. THE CROSS WAS NECESSARY FROM A HUMAN POINT OF VIEW.

March 2, 2014 Series: Thinking About the Cross-Lesson #1 Title: The Cross was Necessary Scripture Reading: Luke 24:13-35 Introduction Our text is the twenty-sixth verse of Luke 24: “Wasn't it clearly predicted by the prophets that the Messiah would have to suffer all these things ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Peace Of The Cross

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 8, 2021

Diplomacy has been defined as the art of saying, "nice doggie," until you find a rock. There is truth to this, but it is also true that one may want to say, "nice doggie" until the dog likes you, and becomes, in fact, a nice and friendly dog. That is being a peace maker.

A traveler in the South found himself stranded in a small town on Saturday night. Wondering around, he noticed there were two Baptist churches. He couldn't understand it, so he asked someone why it was that such a small town would have two Baptist churches? The local man said, "They ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Purity By The Cross Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Oct 5, 2022

How do we get pure? How can we relate to God? We find out in Hebrews 9:14. That purity comes by the cross. Nothing can compare to the power of Christ in cleaning up a life.

God is pure. He is like the snow on the top of the Himalayan mountains. We are un-pure. We are like the mud puddle on the road. You can’t mix the two together. The mud puddle water will contaminate the Himalayan snow. Then how do we get pure? How can we relate to God? We find out in Hebrews 9:14. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:14

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross At Calvary

Contributed by Dennis Jones on Apr 21, 2003

About 2000 years ago some people say one of the worst atrocities possible in history of humanity took place. Some say that it was the most wonderful and sacrificial act of love in the history of humanity. How could the same event possibly be mentioned i

THE CROSS AT CALVARY About 2000 years ago some people say one of the worst atrocities possible in history of humanity took place. Some say that it was the most wonderful and sacrificial act of love in the history of humanity. How could the same event possibly be mentioned in the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12, Mark 15:16-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Compelling Cross

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 12, 2005

The Crucifixion from Simon, the Cyrene’s, view.

Luke 23:26 -- “And as they led him away, they laid hold upon one Simon, a Cyrenian, coming out of the country, and on him they laid the cross, that he might bear it after Jesus.” l. THE FRIDAY SCENE • The Date. . . . . Friday, April 11, 32 A. D. • The Time. . . . . . Between nine and ten in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Purpose Of The Cross

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Feb 22, 2014

1. SUBSTITUTION 2. ATONEMENT - COMPENSATION 3. PROPITIATION 4. RECONCILIATION 5.REDEMPTION 6. JUSTIFICATION 7. ADOPTION

THE PURPOSE OF THE CROSS OUTLINE 1. SUBSTITUTION 2. ATONEMENT - COMPENSATION 3. PROPITIATION 4. RECONCILIATION 5.REDEMPTION 6. JUSTIFICATION 7. ADOPTION THE MESSAGE THE PURPOSE OF THE CROSS 1. SUBSTITUTION ******************** Through the cross, Christ died as our substitute ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Crossing Over" Series

Contributed by Bob Hunter on Dec 16, 2001

This message details the necessity of crossing over into new spiritual territory.

“Crossing over” Joshua Ch. 3 We’re on this journey through the book of Joshua. Joshua was a great leader at a time in Israel when they really needed leadership. Last week I talked to you about how the people he was leading, the Israelites, overcame fear and faced up to the challenge of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Holiness

Cross Purposes Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jun 1, 2011

The cross was in view even before there was a single tree from which to make it. We can identify a few purposes or functions of the cross in these verses: The Cross demonstrates God's Justice and Mercy, and Gives Him all the credit!

Cross Purposes Romans 3:25-31 25 God presented him as a sacrifice of atonement, through faith in his blood. He did this to demonstrate his justice, because in his forbearance he had left the sins committed beforehand unpunished-- 26 he did it to demonstrate his justice at the present time, so as ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:25-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Glory Of The Cross

Contributed by Joseph Barraclough on Jul 29, 2008

This sermon is to help us understand why Paul gloried in the Cross of Christ, and see how this motivated him in ministry.

Text: Galatians 6:14 “But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world is crucified unto me, and I unto the world.” Intro: On this day we have gathered together for this special service to commemorate the Resurrection Morning nearly 2,000 years ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:12-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Crossing Jordan

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 30, 2023

We face a greater Jordan to cross than the Children of Israel did. But because it is the same LORD who leads us, we shall cross impassible Jordan.

Crossing Jordan Joshua 3:7-17 Moses had taken Israel as far as he could. It wasn’t because Moses had succumbed to old age as Deuteronomy 34 tells us he was still vigorous. It is because He had failed earlier to glorify Yahweh in front of the people at Meribah and struck the rock in anger rather ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:7-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Prayer Of The Cross

Contributed by Joseph Barraclough on Jul 29, 2008

A message to explore the internal agony of the Savior as He hung on the Cross.

Text: Psalm 22:1-8 The Prayer of the Cross: Here we find in the narrative a vivid portrayal of Christ’s isolation, the abandonment of His Father with which He endured upon the tree. Some of these words were spoken from the cross, others were the substance of internalized prayer offered in the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Journey To The Cross

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 8, 2005

How far is it to the cross? Its the distance from your knees to the floor. Thats how far.

JOURNEY TO THE CROSS Matt 27:36 36 And sitting down they watched him there; There are some who come to the Cross in the early part of their lives, and who, in relinquishing themselves to its protection in the dew of their youth, are saved from much of the world’s suffering and shame. There are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:36

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Hope Of The Cross

Contributed by Robert Poole on Mar 13, 2016

the cross is the most important event in all of history. Only through the cross can man be reconciled to God, at peace with God and righteous with God

The hope of the cross Colossians 1:20-22 Introduction :Year in review often highlight the greatest event of the year. Expand to not just a year or decade or century or millennium. The greatest even of all earthly history we celebrate in two weeks: The cross The world has no regard for it. I Cor. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:20-22

Denomination: Baptist

Crossing Over Series

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Dec 29, 2002

The Israelites moved from the Acacia Grove to cross over Jordan. Learn the meaning of this text and lessons of moving from wilderness to promise.

CROSSING OVER Deuteronomy 11:31 “For you will cross over the Jordan and go in to possess the land which the LORD your God is giving you, and you will possess it and dwell in it. Crossing over. From one state to another. What are some of the promises God has given to us in His word? For forty years ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational