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  • Paul Norwood avatar

    The Shame Of The Cross

    Contributed by Paul Norwood on Mar 19, 2012
     | 8,416 views

    While we normally focus on the pain Jesus suufered, this is an attempt to focus on the horrible shame associated with His crucifixion.

    The Shame of the Cross Text: Deuteronomy 21:22-23 I. Welcome II. Introduction Our theme this year is “Beyond Ourselves in 2012!” The thrust of this theme is on carrying the gospel to our community as the Lord commanded us in the great commission recorded in Matthew 28:19-20. Just as our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • A. Todd Coget avatar

    The Power Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Jan 17, 2003
    based on 28 ratings
     | 12,108 views

    This sermon contrasts the misunderstandings many have of the cross with the true meaning and power of the cross.

    1 Corinthians The Power of the Cross 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 January 19, 2003 Intro: A. The Bible refers to the power of Jesus when it says that He is seated at God’s right hand. 1. [The Left Hand of God.] The story is told of a little girl and her mom discussing the morning Sunday school ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Victor Yap avatar

    The Paradox Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 24, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,417 views

    Paul, Pt. 4

    THE PARADOX OF THE CROSS (1 CORINTHIANS 1:18-31) The cross took a major political beating since 2004. In May, 2004, the ACLU gave Los Angeles County two weeks to eliminate the 1957-designed seal that appears on most official county property: walls, documents, uniforms, vehicles and even business ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Rich O' Toole avatar

    The King On The Cross

    Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Feb 28, 2024
     | 1,180 views

    Jesus is led to Golgotha

    The King on the Cross Mark 15:16-32 There are 969 chapters from Genesis 3 where Adam sinned with the tree in the garden which caused man’s separation from God; …until the time of the other tree which seemed so brutal to Jesus but bought our freedom and rectified all the sin issues of mankind, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Steve Wilson avatar

    At The Foot Of The Cross

    Contributed by Steve Wilson on Apr 2, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,444 views

    What was it like to watch Jesus die? It would be great to hear from someone who was there. Let's hear from the centurion in charge of that crucifixion.

    AT THE FOOT OF THE CROSS [Monologue – Centurion] Introduction The old spiritual asks the question, “Were you there when they crucified my Lord?” Of course, physically, that is impossible since Jesus died on the cross nearly 2,000 years ago. Yet you do understand that He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kenneth Wooley avatar

    The Miracles Of The Cross

    Contributed by Kenneth Wooley on Jul 23, 2003
    based on 142 ratings
     | 14,032 views

    The meaning of the Cross is revealed by the miracles of the Cross.

    If thousands of Jews were crucified why do we only remember one of them? Perhaps we can find out as we look at these miracles of the Cross. A. The Sun Darkened. (45) Jesus was put on the Cross at 9 o’clock in the morning. At noon an utter darkness settled in. This was not a sandstorm or an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Hodges avatar

    The 3 Crosses

    Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 29, 2003
    based on 17 ratings
     | 4,178 views

    To stress the importance of receiving salvation so that we may be paradise-bound.

    The 3 Crosses Text: Luke 23.33-43 Thesis: To stress the importance of receiving salvation so that we may be paradise-bound. Introduction: (1) One of the scenes of the crucifixion that has always stood out to me involved the 2 thieves between whom Jesus was crucified. (2) Let us note the 3 ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Richard McNair avatar

    The Cup Of The Cross

    Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Oct 27, 2004
    based on 20 ratings
     | 3,259 views

    After viewing a screening of the Passion movie by Mel Gibson I wrote this sermon in my hotel room that night.

    The Cup of the Cross- (to win the world) Show preview of Passion. - Cant get away from the cross. - Awakened at 5:30 Matt 26:36-24 -How serious are we about our cup? If you knew what you had to do for one of your closest friends to be saved., would you do it? Jesus knew - it was in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Damien Spikereit avatar

    Hearing The Cross

    Contributed by Damien Spikereit on Mar 20, 2002
    based on 120 ratings
     | 7,403 views

    A look at the words spoken during the final week of Jesus’ life.

    Move #1: Introduction - Every year, Ozark Christian College puts together an Easter program that’s filled with drama and music highlighting the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ. And for several years in a row, I was a part of the production. Not as a singer! But as one of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ian Humphrey avatar

    Reactions To The Cross Series

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 28, 2001
    based on 60 ratings
     | 5,898 views

    an exposition on Matt ch 27

    THE REACTIONS TO THE CROSS Matthew 27 v. 26 - 56 - v. 36 "and sitting down they watched Him there" 1. The Soldiers saw the Rectitude of the Cross i.e.to them Christ was a criminal v. 27 - 31.so they stripped Him v. 28 , crowned Him (with thorns) v. 29, mocked Him v. 29, spit upon Him v. 30, ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Tony Klinedinst avatar

    The Women Of The Cross

    Contributed by Tony Klinedinst on Aug 9, 2002
    based on 104 ratings
     | 13,943 views

    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

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Troy Borst avatar

    The Christ On The Cross

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 3, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 2,922 views

    A reflection for Easter of Jesus on the Cross

    THE CHRIST ON THE CROSS MATTHEW 27: 15-44 INTRODUCTION… Christ The Lamb by Robert E. Coleman. found in The Book of Jesus. Calvin Miller, ed. NY: Simon & Schuster. 1996. pg. 405. I. THE INNOCENT MAN CONDEMNED (V. 15-26) READ MATTHEW 27:15-26 A. Pontus ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dr. Stanley Vasu avatar

    Meditations On The Cross

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Apr 19, 2003
    based on 67 ratings
     | 11,143 views

    This sermon contains seven simple yet profound thoughts on the cross of Jesus Christ namely PORTRAIT OF THE CROSS , PARADOX OF THE CROSS ,POSTULATE OF THE CROSS, PARADIGM OF THE CROSS, PATTERN OF THE CROSS ,PROGNOSIS OF THE CROSS AND PUZZLE OF THE CROSS

    MEDITATIONS ON THE CROSS OUTLINE 1.PORTRAIT OF THE CROSS 2.PARADOX OF THE CROSS 3.POSTULATE OF THE CROSS 4.PARADIGM OF THE CROSS 5.PATTERN OF THE CROSS 6.PROGNOSIS OF THE CROSS 7.PUZZLE OF THE CROSS THE MESSAGE MEDITATIONS ON THE CROSS 1.PORTRAIT OF THE CROSS Isaiah ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • David DeWitt avatar

    The Power Of The Cross

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 23, 2003
    based on 33 ratings
     | 7,321 views

    Jesus offers us power through His death on the Cross and His resurrection from the dead.

    The Power of the Cross Selected Passages April 20, 2003 Introduction Max Lucado – “No Wonder They Call Him The Savior” “The cross. It rests on the time line of history like a compelling diamond. Its tragedy summons all sufferers. Its absurdity attracts all cynics. It’s hope lures all searchers… ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Mitchell Skelton avatar

    The Message Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Aug 31, 2003
    based on 50 ratings
     | 8,552 views

    Paul often changed his style of preaching. (1 Cor. 9:22) But he NEVER changed his message. (Gal. 1:8) There is only one message. (1 Cor. 2:2)

    The Message of the Cross Series: Studies from 1 Corinthians 1:18–31 1 Corinthians INTRODUCTION Illustration: Once there was a little girl who always wore a bright, shiny cross around her neck which she proudly displayed for all to see. One day she was approached by a man who said to her, “Little ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ