Sermons on Matthew 27:32-44:

Reactions To The Cross Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 28, 2001

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

Scripture: Matthew 27:26-56

Denomination: Holiness

They Watched Him There

Contributed by Robert Travis on Jul 6, 2001

They had eyes that could not see.

THEY WATCHED HIM THERE (Matthew 27:33-37) And when they were come unto a place called Golgotha, that is to say, a place of a skull, They gave him vinegar to drink mingled with gall: and when he had tasted thereof, he would not drink. And they crucified him, and parted his garments, casting lots: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:33-37

Denomination: Baptist

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

Were You There: Jesus The Crucified King Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 28, 2002

An invitation to come to the cross and meet Jesus

Were You There? Good Friday, March 29, 2002 Intro: It is a haunting question – were you there? Of course, the literal answer for each of us is no, we weren’t actually present at the crucifixion of our Lord Jesus Christ. Not like the witnesses we have just heard from. Not like Peter, and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:21, Matthew 27:29-42

Denomination: Baptist

Blind Watchers

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Jun 11, 2002

A message proclaiming Christ as our redeemer, high priest, and soon coming King.

BLIND WATCHERS Matthew 27: 15-36 Blind Watchers by Chris Anderson Matthew 27:15-36 June 11, 2002 Eureka, Kansas Intro: Matthew 27: 36 “And sitting down they watched him there;” Death by crucifixion was a long process that took time. That is the reason why it was so painful. A slow death to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:15-36

Denomination: Pentecostal

With These Nails

Contributed by Harold Nichols on Apr 16, 2001

YOU MUST LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU THINK OF THIS SERMON

WITH THESE NAILS Text: Matthew 27:37 And set up over his head his accusation written, THIS IS JESUS THE KING OF THE JEWS. Introduction: There were four nails put in the cross when they hung our Lord two thousand years ago. Many people forget about he nail which was used to hang the sign above ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:37

Denomination: Baptist

The Second Word From The Cross: Salvation Series

Contributed by Norm Beckett on Apr 18, 2001

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

What Held Christ To The Cross?

Contributed by Tony Cansler on May 1, 2001

A Message about the Cross

What held Christ to the Cross? o It wasn’t because he was friendless – Mt 26:53 o It wasn’t because of human weakness – John 10:18 o It wasn’t even the nails It was Our Sins o He Became man’s substitute for sin – Is 53:5, Ga 3:13, I P 3:18 o Bore the sins of many – Heb 9:28, I Pt 2:24, I Jn ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:1-66

Denomination: Baptist

Message Of The Cross

Contributed by Bill Lobbs on Nov 4, 2000

The cross,God's solution to man's problems.

Pastor Billy G. Lobbs Theme: The cross-God's solutions for man's problem. Introductory Remarks: "Years I spent in vanity and pride Caring not my Lord was crucified Knowing not it was for me He died On Calvary. Mercy there was great and grace was free Pardon there was multiplied to me There my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:27-54, Matthew 27:32-44

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Gospel - Faith Alone In Christ Alone

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Nov 13, 2000

Many Bible verses including the illustration of the Thief On The Cross teach that salvation is by faith alone in Jesus Christ alone.

The Gospel - Faith Alone In Christ Alone (Luke 23:32-43; Matthew 27:41-44; Ephesians 2:8-9) [HTML formatted version and handouts are located ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43, Matthew 27:41-44

Denomination: Independent/Bible

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

Come Down And Save Yourself

Contributed by Troy Bohn on Oct 18, 2000

Six thousand years ago God, with merely a spoken word, created man in His own image from the dust of the earth.

Six thousand years ago God, with merely a spoken word, created man in His own image from the dust of the earth. In creating man, he placed Him in a position of authority over His other creation; the birds of the air, the beasts of the field, the sea creatures, etc... But in the midst of this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Welcome To Golgotha

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 2, 2002

According to a recent survey, a surprising number of people admitted that their Christianity would not be changed if Jesus hadn’t died on the cross. What importance was the cross to our faith?

OPEN: A little boy was not exactly happy about going to church on Easter Sunday morning. His new shoes were too tight, his tie pinched his neck, and the weather outside was just too good to be cooped up inside. As he sulked in the back seat of the family car, his parents heard him murmuring: “I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:32-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Cross: A Place Of Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 9, 2004

This morning we come to the cross itself. We’re going to look at four points: His suffering, His sacrifice, the supernatural events, and finally, the significance of it all.

A little boy was not exactly happy about going to church on Easter Sunday morning. His new shoes hurt, his tie pinched his neck, and the weather outside was just too good to be cooped up inside. As he sulked in the back seat of the family car, he complained to his parents: “I don’t see why we have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:27-56

Denomination: Baptist

There's Something In The Air

Contributed by Harvie Neatherlin on Jun 17, 2003

The cross affected a great number of people. Most of whom were obvious. But its most profound impact was on the not so obvious.

INTRODUCTION: About 3 years ago Connie and I attended a family reunion in Roswell, N.M. We had a good time but one thing sticks out in my mind about that reunion. It was a side trip we took to see a musical about some of the folklore surrounding the Roswell area. The story is told that in or around ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:37-54

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational