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Watchers On The Hill - Pt 1

Contributed by Jim Kane on Mar 12, 2005

based on 11 ratings

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The first sermon of my 2005 Lenten series.

(Opening of the sermon is the dramatic reading script ?The Cross Carrier? by Elaine Aadland for the Lenten Series, ?Watchers on the Hill,? produced by Creative Communications for the Parish © 2003) What is the most unpleasant task you have ever been ordered to do? The property manager at an ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:21

Denomination: Church Of God

Jesus' Burial--A Discussion Of Courage Series

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Mar 14, 2005

based on 45 ratings

| 4,607 views

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

The Cry Of Loneliness

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 29, 2005

based on 67 ratings

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Jesus cry, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me!” is a desperate cry of loneliness. I believe this was the worst and the most horrible moment of the crucifixion of Jesus. When sin invaded His life and the Father walked away!

The Cry of Loneliness Thesis: Jesus cry, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me!” is a desperate cry of loneliness. I believe this was the worst and the most horrible moment of the crucifixion of Jesus. When sin invaded His life and the Father walked away! Scripture Text: Mark 15:33-39 33At ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:33-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Or Simon-The Real Cross Carrier

Contributed by Matthew Morine on Apr 12, 2005

based on 14 ratings

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Who really carried the cross to calvary? Did Simon or Jesus? It may appear that Simon carried the cross for Christ but truly Christ carried the cross for Simon.

JESUS OR SIMON-THE CROSS CARRIER In every young man’s life there comes a defining moment. The moment where a young boy knows that he has taken a large step towards manhood. This moment happens quickly but after it has past the boy will never go back again. It is the moment where a boy ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Crucifixion Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 22, 2005

based on 13 ratings

| 13,971 views

Jesus chose to go to the cross - to be beaten and spat upon and to be separated from the Father - even though He didn’t have to. The question is: why did He do it? Also learn when it’s right to speak up and when to remain silent.

1 Very early in the morning, the chief priests, with the elders, the teachers of the law and the whole Sanhedrin, reached a decision. They bound Jesus, led him away and handed him over to Pilate. The Jewish religious leadership had already decided to try to get Jesus killed - they had done it ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-46

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

What Made You Give Up The Ghost

Contributed by Juan Lane on Jul 27, 2005

based on 16 ratings

| 6,942 views

We need to know that the last thing that we should give up should be our ghost.

What Made You Give Up The Ghost? Scripture Reference: Mark 15:35-37 (KJV) Mark 15: 35 And some of them that stood by, when they heard it, said, Behold, he calleth Elias. 36 And one ran and filled a spunge full of vinegar, and put it on a reed, and gave him to drink, saying, Let alone; let us ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:37

Denomination: Pentecostal

Forsaken For Us Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 17, 2004

based on 57 ratings

| 10,057 views

Learn why Christ was forsaken on the cross.

FORSAKEN FOR US John 19:1-27 and Mark 15:33-34 We continue our series to prepare us for Easter. Two Sunday’s ago we looked at why Jesus had to suffer. Last week we saw how we can secure God’s forgiveness through Jesus’ death. This morning, we will look at the loneliness of Jesus on the cross ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:33-34, John 19:1-27

Denomination: *other

Hail, King Of The Jews! (Whose Line Is It?) Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 6, 2003

based on 66 ratings

| 8,230 views

The insults, tauntings and cruelty the soldiers inflicted on Jesus makes many angry. It also hurts us when people in our own day attack Jesus. How should we respond to those who insult and mistreat our Jesus?

OPEN: (TRUE STORY) A detective, was investigating a church burglary. But he had a problem: the suspect (who he just knew had committed the crime) wouldn’t admit to it. Finally, the preacher of the church stepped in and asked to speak to the suspect alone. Within minutes, the preacher emerged and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:15-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lessons From Cross Bearing

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 11, 2003

based on 125 ratings

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Simon was a man who came to worship at the Passover. His life was changed when he was forced to carry a cross up a hill.

A. INTRODUCTION (Mark 15:20-22 KJV) And when they had mocked him, they took off the purple from him, and put his own clothes on him, and led him out to crucify him. Simon was a man of color from Africa who came to worship at the Passover. His life was changed when he was forced to carry a cross ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:20-22

Denomination: Baptist

A Foot In Both Crowds

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Apr 12, 2003

based on 57 ratings

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Palm Sunday: We have a foot in both crowds - the one the praised Jesus on Palm Sunday and also the one that shouted, "Crucify Him." But Jesus willingly took on the Cross for our double-mindedness and hypocrisy. We are forgiven!!

[Note: This is an original sermon. It is partially based on an outline provided in "Concordia Pulpit Resources" from CPH.] Our worship today started with the story of Jesus’ triumphal entry into the city of Jerusalem. There was a huge crowd there to receive Him. They shouted hosanna, hosanna – ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-39

Denomination: Lutheran

The Curtain Torn Open

Contributed by Michael Hoke on Apr 17, 2003

based on 84 ratings

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Ways Jesus identified with us on the cross other than the physical pain. He is calling us to identify with Him to find our breakthroughs.

Illustration: (Recuperating in her hospital bed in Southwest Germany, Army Private First Class Jessica Lynch had several requests for her doctors: pink casts for her fractured legs and arm, a new hairbrush and a menu of turkey and steamed carrots for when she was stable enough to eat solid food. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:21-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cross At Calvary

Contributed by Dennis Jones on Apr 21, 2003

based on 61 ratings

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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

Darkness Then Liberation On Good Friday.

Contributed by John Gullick on Apr 22, 2003

based on 70 ratings

| 7,175 views

A sermon that considers the three hours of darkness at easter and the liberation that follows. Closes with a story from Sermon Central resources.

Just a few days ago the city of Baghdad was plunged into darkness - the wailing of bombs and sirens was followed a complete blackout of the city - hospitals - homes and army posts alike were dependent on the moon - candles and the flash of light from fearful bombs. At that point in the war that it ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:32-62

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Surely This Was The Son Of God (Whose Line Is It?) Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 27, 2003

based on 114 ratings

| 26,271 views

Something happened the day Jesus was crucified that turned a callous Roman Centurion into a worshipper at the cross. It was something he "saw" and something he "heard." But what?

OPEN: Years ago when I was in Bible college, a movie premiered in the movie theatres that some friends of mine and I wanted to attend. What struck me as I watched, were the powerful images of Christianity in the movie. The movie? It was called "The Poseidon Adventure." How many of you have seen ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:33-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Soldier's Story

Contributed by William Groover on Mar 5, 2002

based on 84 ratings

| 9,488 views

Dramatic monologue in the form of a letter written home by the Centurion who crucified Jesus.

"A Soldier’s Letter Home" Dr. Bill Groover Copyright 1997 From Claudius, son of Marcus, Legionnaire in the Imperial Army of Caesar--former Legionnaire in the Imperial Army of Caesar. To my beloved parents and family in Neapolis. May this letter find you in good health and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:54, Mark 15:39

Denomination: Baptist

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