Sermons on Mattityahu 27:44:

It Is Your Responsibility

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Nov 25, 2002

We can’t gussy up our attitudes or actions to make them seem righteous on the outside and think that we are pleasing God. It’s much better to be transparent and let God deal with you, than try to hide sin under a pretty blanket.

The latest answer when you are caught making a mistake, doing something wrong – even breaking the law is: There was an error in judgment. Not, I goofed, or I’m guilty – but an error in judgment was made. That goes right along with this one: "I assume responsibility for all of my actions, except the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:1-65

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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

Tell Me The Story Of Jesus

Contributed by Chris Mason on Apr 19, 2003

The story of Jesus is so wonderful to me, that it just can’t be spoken with words, it must be sung!

INTRODUCTION TELL ME THE STORY OF JESUS: Tell me the story of Jesus, write on my heart every word, tell me the story most precious, Sweeter than ever was heard! Points: I. JESUS PAID IT ALL Matthew 27:27-50 I hear the Savior say, “Thy strength indeed is small, Child of weakness watch and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:27-50, John 14:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Face In The Crowd.

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 21, 2003

This message asks; Who would you have been on that first Easter?

Now they call it the via da la Rosa, the way of sorrows, then it was just another street. And as Christ made his way up the crudely paved streets to Golgotha the crowd pushed and shoved to get a glimpse of the one who was called king of the Jews. The way was packed as Jews from all over the ...read more

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

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Revelation Of The Son Of God Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 19, 2002

how Jesus met the true challenge to be the Son of God on God’s terms - not man’s

The Revelation of the Son of God Matthew 27: Two robbers were crucified with him, one on his right and one on his left. 39 Those who passed by hurled insults at him, shaking their heads 40 and saying, “You who are going to destroy the temple and build it in three days, save yourself! Come down ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:38-54

Denomination: Lutheran

Your Face In The Crowd

Contributed by Ryan Johnson on Mar 25, 2002

A Good Friday message. Read the whole message, very evanglestic with a word picture that holds their attention ( a photo album at the cross)

(Matthew 27:32-56) (Crucifixion, Good Friday, Salvation ) (Deductive) The Cross. It rests on the time line of history like a compelling diamond. It’s tragedy summons all suffers. It’s Absurdity attracts all critics. It’s hope lures all searchers. My what a piece of wood! History has ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:32-56, Matthew 27:26-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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

Two Thieves Of Calvary (A Biblical Illustration Of Salvation)

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Jan 27, 2001

The two thieves on the cross illustrate the issue of salvation for the entire human race: that salvation is a choice by placing your faith alone in Christ alone.

TWO THIEVES OF CALVARY (A BIBLICAL ILLUSTRATION OF SALVATION) Luke 23:32, 39-43; Matt. 27:41-44) [HTML formatted version and handouts are located ...read more

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

Denomination: Independent/Bible

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

Dead And Buried Series

Contributed by Tommy Hames on Oct 5, 2002

The death and burial of Jesus Christ

This entire Easter message series includes: #1 - Betrayed and sentenced - John 18:1 - John 19:6 #2 - Dead and Buried - Matthew 27:27-61 #3 - Alive and Risen - Matthew 28:1-10 INTRODUCTION Last week we saw in the scriptures how Jesus Christ was betrayed by Judas, deserted by his disciples, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:27-61, Psalm 22:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

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

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

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

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