Sermons on Matthew 27:11-66:

Was Crucified, Died, And Was Buried Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 5, 2004

This sermon examines the crucifixion, death and burial of Jesus Christ.

Introduction As we continue our series in The Apostles’ Creed I would like to examine today what it means to believe that Jesus was crucified, died, and was buried. Please listen as I recite the Apostles’ Creed: I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-66

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Message Sewn Into The Veil

Contributed by James Groce on Jul 20, 2001

And thou shalt make a vail [of] blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen of cunning work: with cherubims shall it be made:

The Message Sewn Into The Veil ------------------------ Exod 26:31 And thou shalt make a vail [of] blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen of cunning work: with cherubims shall it be made: Matt 27:50-51 Jesus, when he had cried again with a loud voice, yielded up the ghost. And, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 26:31, Matthew 27:50-51

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Six Thieves Of Calvary

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Jul 24, 2001

To show how great is the depth of God’s Son, who was willing to experience the pain of the cross for our benefit.

The Six Thieves of Calvary Matt 26:47-56 47 While he was still speaking, Judas, one of the Twelve, arrived. With him was a large crowd armed with swords and clubs, sent from the chief priests and the elders of the people. 48 Now the betrayer had arranged a signal with them: "The one I kiss is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43, Matthew 27:33-50

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Day The Stone Cried Out!

Contributed by James Owens on Aug 29, 2001

The Resurrection of Jesus Christ causes the stone of His tomb to proclaim, "He is risen!"

“The Day The Stone Cried Out!” Text: Luke 19:37- 40 Matthew 27:57- 60 Introduction: The Triumphant Entry of the King! 1. Jesus was here at the height of His popularity.  Healing the sick, cleansing the lepers, raising the dead, etc.  Even after His statement in John 6 – It ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:57-60, Luke 19:37-40

Denomination: Church Of God

It's Time To Beg For The Body

Contributed by Keith Linkous on Aug 30, 2001

This message explores what our reaction and devotion should be to the Body of Christ, based on the example of Joseph of Arimathaea, and his devotion to Christ’s physical body.

Notice in v. 58 (KJV) that the Bible says, "He went to Pilate, and BEGGED the Body of Jesus." Jospeh pleaded, he beseeched on behalf of, he vocalized his desire for the body of Jesus. He begged for the body. Note the fact that God used one man. He does not always look for a group, an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:57-61

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Sinners, The Saved And The Savior

Contributed by Kenneth Wooley on Jul 2, 2003

A look at the cruel soldiers, the compelled substitute and the crucified Son as they go to Golgotha.

(Jere. 17:9) "The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked." It is from this viewpoint of the wickedness of man that Matthew approaches this part of the Gospel. He could have written about the love of God which sent His only Son to save us from our sin. But here Matthew gives us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:27-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Miracles Of The Cross

Contributed by Kenneth Wooley on Jul 23, 2003

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

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-53

Denomination: Baptist

The Seven Voices From The Cross

Contributed by Tom Walker on Oct 18, 2000

Text: Matt.

Text: Matt. 27:35-50 Introduction: Some time ago I preached a message on the Seven Sayings Of The Cross. There were some things that Jesus said while he bled and died on Calvary's cross. Just in case you do not remember what Jesus said, I am going to do a bit of review for you to jog your memory. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:35-50, Matthew 27:46

It's Your Call

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Aug 28, 2003

When given choices, it’s our choice (call) as to what we do.

Based on: And The Angels Were Silent, Max Lucado, Chpt. 23—Your Choice Scripture Ref: Matt. 27:11-22 John 2:4, 7; 6, 8, 30; 8:20; Luke 22:66-70 John 6:60-69 Matt. 12:30 John 5:22-29 Phil. 4:13 1. Introduction a. Relate to Reba McEntire’s song, Its Your Call. · Story of a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-22

The Power Of The Blood

Contributed by Justin Joiner on Oct 19, 2001

The blood cleanses and protects us from evil.

The Power of the Blood. Open in Prayer. ~ The Blood covers us. ~ Ex.12:21-23 Moses told the leaders to slaughter the lamb their families had for passover. ~ All of the houses were to be stained with blood. ~ At night, the Angel of the Lord passed over the houses that had blood over the door ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:22-26, Exodus 12:21-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Whose Error Was It?

Contributed by Steven Cook on Oct 18, 2000

I. Introduction A.

I. Introduction A. Read Matt. 27:62-66 B. Emphasis Matt. 27:63-64 C. We have read of the Crucifixtion of Jesus Christ, but on the next day, the chief priests and Pharisees came to Pilate an interesting statement concerning the stealing of Christ’s body - "The last error shall be worse than the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:62-66

Denomination: Baptist

Shaking Things Up! Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 15, 2005

What might be the significance of the miracles that occurred when Jesus died?

Last time we considered the miracle of the darkness that covered the face of the land for some three hours, while Jesus paid the price for the sins of the world. We noted that He suffered the horror of hell itself for our sake, and after having fully paid the price for our sins, and only after ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:51-54

Denomination: Baptist

Easter Gives Us Access To God Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Mar 15, 2005

At Easter, we celebrate the life, death and especially the Resurrection of Jesus. This is a series leading up to Easter, through the Triumphal Entry & Passion. *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

Easter Gives Us Access to God “And Jesus cried out again with a loud voice, and yielded up His spirit. Then, behold, the veil of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom; and the earth quaked, and the rocks were split...” (Matthew 27:50-51) And Jesus cried out with a loud voice, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:50-51

Denomination: Holiness

What Jesus Taught Us About Handling Trials

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Mar 16, 2005

Sermon preached Easter weekend in the first person - pastor dressed in period costume as Pontius Pilate - and members of the congregation interacting as characters in the Easter story.

Allow me to introduce myself to you. My name is Pontius Pilate. You probably know me as the Roman official who presided over the trial that ended with the sentence of crucifixion for Jesus the Christ. Being the governor of an out-of-the-way and insignificant Roman province like Judea was not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:1-65

Denomination: Baptist

Crowds Around The Cross

Contributed by Lanny Carpenter on Mar 19, 2005

A message about the various groups around the cross of Christ on crucifixion day.

CROWDS AROUND THE CROSS MATTHEW 27:26, 31 INTRO.: If you were to look at Rembrandt’s painting of The Three Crosses, your attention would be drawn first to the center cross on which Jesus died. 1. Then as you would look at the crowd gathered around the foot of that cross, you’d be impressed by the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:26-54

Denomination: Methodist