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The Second Word From The Cross: Salvation Series

Contributed by Norm Beckett on Apr 18, 2001

based on 84 ratings

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The dying thief representative of us! People who are in desperate need of salvation. People who need a promise and hope. People who need to be in the company of Jesus now and forever.

THE SECOND WORD FROM THE CROSS - Salvation "And he said to Jesus, Lord, remember me when thou comest into thy kingdom. And Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, Today thou shalt be with me in paradise" (Luke 23: 42, 43). We know that there were two thieves, bandits that were crucified ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:44, Luke 23:53, Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Holiness

The Symbol Of The Cross

Contributed by Chris Santasiere on Sep 6, 2001

based on 150 ratings

| 22,057 views

For Christians, the cross is not a symbol of pain and death, but of love and life.

The Symbol of the Cross Luke 23:32-41; 44-46 September 2, 2001 Introduction It’s amazing how people, countries and companies are defined by symbols. For instance, the United States as is most countries is symbolized by our flag; red, white and blue; stars and stripes. The Nike Company is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Give Up Hope

Contributed by John Covell on Oct 17, 2001

based on 31 ratings

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My goal is for you to become hopeless-give up hope of changing the past, give up hope of changing what others have done to us, and give up hope of changing ourselves.

Hopeless. Have you ever felt like that? Totally without hope? You tried everything you could think of, you’re at the end of your rope, with no more solutions in sight and you wonder—am I hopeless? Now, I hope that the video and the actors didn’t make you think we’re down on counseling—we’re not. I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:21-43

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Rebels Met Grace

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 27, 2025

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Three rebels faced Jesus at Calvary. Only one surrendered to the King and will wake at the resurrection into eternal paradise.

THE REBELS MET GRACE 1. The Rebel Who Walked Away There are days when history itself shakes, when heaven bends low, when hell trembles, and when humanity stands face-to-face with a God who refuses to abandon His rebels. Calvary was that day. Soldiers thought they were carrying out a routine ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33, Luke 23:42-43, John 20:17, Isaiah 53:5, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The King On The Cross - Matthew 27.11-44 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Oct 30, 2025

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Every king in history has worn a crown - but none like this King. JESUS, the KING of GLORY, wore a crown of thorns. HE was enthroned not on gold but on a cross. And through that cross, HE conquered sin and death.

2025.11.02. Sermon Notes. THE KING ON THE CROSS - MATTHEW 27.11-44 William Akehurst, HSWC SCRIPTURES: Matthew 27:11-44, Isaiah 53:7, Genesis 3:18, Psalm 22:7-18, John 18:36-37, Luke 23:39-43, Romans 5:8, Philippians 2:8-11, 1 Peter 2:23, Hebrews 12:2 KEY WORDS: King, Crucify, crucifixion, mock, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-44, Isaiah 53:7, Genesis 3:18, Psalm 22:7-18, John 18:36-37, Luke 23:39-43, Romans 5:8, Philippians 2:8-11, 1 Peter 2:23, Hebrews 12:2 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ’s Quiet Reign In Our Digital Age Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 17, 2025

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Christ is the king who washes feet.

Title: Christ’s Quiet Reign in Our Digital Age Intro: Christ is the king who washes feet. Scripture: Luke 23:35-43 Reflection Dear Friends, In a world increasingly dominated by noise, by endless scrolling, loud opinions, and digital clutter, it feels almost radical to imagine Christ the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:35-43

Denomination: Other

El Reinado Silencioso De Cristo En Nuestra Era Digital Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 17, 2025

| 40 views

Cristo es el rey que lava los pies.

Título: El reinado silencioso de Cristo en nuestra era digital Introducción: Cristo es el rey que lava los pies. Escritura: Lucas 23:35 - 43 Reflexión Queridos amigos, En un mundo cada vez más dominado por el ruido, el desplazamiento interminable, las opiniones estridentes ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:35-43

Denomination: Other

Tahimik Na Paghahari Ni Kristo Sa Ating Digital Age Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 17, 2025

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Si Kristo ang hari na naghuhugas ng paa.

Pamagat: Tahimik na Paghahari ni Kristo sa Ating Digital Age Intro: Si Kristo ang hari na naghuhugas ng paa. na Kasulatan: Lucas 23: 35-43 Pagninilay Mahal na mga kaibigan, Sa isang mundong lalong pinangungunahan ng ingay, sa pamamagitan ng walang katapusang pag-scroll, malakas na opinyon, at ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:35-43

Denomination: Other

The Solemnity Of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King Of The Universe- "the Thief That Stole Heaven"

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Nov 21, 2025

| 51 views

He calls on the name of Jesus.

The phrase "the thief that stole heaven" refers to the penitent thief, also known as St. Dismas, who was crucified alongside Jesus, was made famous by Venerable Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen. While the soldiers and crowd mock the Lord’s kingship, the good thief prays: “Remember me when you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:35-43

Denomination: Catholic

I Will Let You Choose

Contributed by Justin Snyder on May 17, 2001

based on 70 ratings

| 3,673 views

God loves us enough to make our own choice about accepting him.

“I Will Let You Choose.” God’s Promise through the Two Crosses Tonight I would like to start off by telling you the story of Edwin Thomas, a master of the stage. During the later half of the 1800’s, this small man with a huge voice had few rivals. In London he won the approval ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Baptist

The Messages Of The Three Crosses On Calvary

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Jun 19, 2001

based on 95 ratings

| 39,525 views

Each cross on calvary carries a message: we see a cross of redemption, a cross of rejection, and a cross of repentance.

Picture in your mind one of the drawings or paintings that you have seen portraying Christ’s crucifixion. If the artist based his or her rendering of Calvary on the Bible’s account you probably saw three crosses in the picture. Although there were three crosses I am assuming one was probably more ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:35-43

Denomination: Lutheran

3 Crosses Of Calvary

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Aug 16, 2002

based on 106 ratings

| 6,586 views

A different look at the crucifixion

THE 3 CROSSES OF CALVERY Place Allendale Baptist ( In view of a call) Date September 16, 2001 Luke 23:32-33: 39-43 Introduction Several days ago, my wife received an E-mail of sculptures of Jesus on the cross. The unique thing about these pictures they were of sculptures made of sand. Sand castles. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-33, Luke 23:39-43, Luke 23:33-38

Denomination: Baptist

He Could Have Come Down, But He Didn't , Ain't You Glad?!

Contributed by La Juana Morris on Aug 21, 2002

based on 39 ratings

| 12,516 views

Grace & Mercy

There is a song that was written based upon this scripture, the song writer penned, When Jesus hung on Calvary. People came from miles to see. They said if you be the Christ, then come down and save your life. But on this Good Friday I stand before you to say, well we know he could have, but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43

Denomination: Methodist

God Encounters: The Thief On The Cross Series

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Aug 30, 2004

based on 38 ratings

| 15,902 views

This is about Jesus’ encounter with the criminal next to him.

Read Luke 23:39-43 using Lectio Divina method. Can you see it? Can you visualize the scene? Can you see the blood and the agony? Can you hear the mockers? Experience the moment. There are some things we can take away from this.  REVILING the REDEEMER This reflects the words of Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Wesleyan

It Is Finished Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Mar 27, 2004

based on 34 ratings

| 5,377 views

This is the second in a series of Easter sermons examining the Passion of Christ. This sermon investigates forgivess as a theme of the cross.

The Passion Pt 2 It Is Finished Luke 23:26-49 Last week we began our discussion of the Passion of Christ. Those climactic 4 days in the ministry of our Lord. Last week in Gethsemane’s shadows we found the Love of God demonstrated. We found the frailty of human effort and the power of God, and we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-49

Denomination: *other

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