Sermons on Meaning Of The Cross:

Why Have You Forsaken Me? - Mark 15:34 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on May 30, 2024

What did Jesus mean when he said, "My God, why have you forsaken me?" Did the Father forsake his Son?

In Mark 15:34 Jesus cries out from the cross, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” Did God actually forsake Jesus? If so, what’s the answer to Jesus’ question? Why? And if you think the answer is obvious, then why does Jesus ask the question? He knew he had to drink this cup, he agonized ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:34, Matthew 27:46

Taking Up The Cross

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 7, 2006

The importance of ’denying oneself’ and ’taking up the cross.’

TAKING UP THE CROSS MARK 8:27-38 INTRODUCTION... How do you work this thing? There’s the story of a soldier frantically digging in during battle as shells fall all around him. Suddenly his hand feels something metal and he grabs it. It’s a silver cross. Another shell explodes and he buries his ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Crisscross Double Cross Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Feb 24, 2009

We are secure in our faith. John tells us that those who walk away from the faith were never a part of the faith to begin with.

In 1936, when delays slowed construction, over $130,000 was invested in a novel safety feature: a vast net -- similar to a circus net -- suspended under the Golden Gate Bridge. The safety net extended ten feet wider than the bridge’s width and fifteen feet further than the roadway’s length. It gave ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Burden Of The Cross"

Contributed by David Washburn on Oct 2, 2002

Jesus’ command that we pick up our cross and follow him is a choice, and a choice that doesn’t come without sacrifice, but also bring sjoy and fulfillment

There’s the story of a soldier frantically digging in during battle as shells fall all around him. Suddenly his hand feels something metal and he grabs it. It’s a silver cross. Another shell explodes and he buries his head in his arms. He feels someone jump in the foxhole with him and he looks over ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-35, Esther 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

From The Manger To The Cross

Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Jan 5, 2004

FROM THE MANGER TO THE CROSS

"FROM THE MANGER TO THE CROSS" LUKE 2:7 INTRODUCTION: WHILE IT IS NOT ALWAYS TURE, THERE ARE INSTANCES WHERE THE CIRCUMSTANCES OF YOUR CHILDHOOD SHAPES YOUR DIRECTION. AND THERE ARE INSTANCES WHEN THE CIRCUMSTANCES TO OTHERS SEEEM TO DICTATE FAILURE OR SUCCESS. WE HAVE HEARD SO MANY TIMES ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7

Denomination: Baptist

Taking Up The Cross PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 21, 2024

Explores understanding our divine purpose, following Jesus' path, and finding strength in adversity through faith and the teachings of the Gospel.

Good morning, dear friends. It's a pleasure to stand before you today, not as a stranger but as a fellow traveler, walking this path of faith alongside you. As we gather together in this sacred space, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a profound understanding - an understanding of our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Topics: Carrying Cross

Lessons From The Cross Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jul 9, 2003

Justification--how Christ’s work on the cross has put us in right standing with God. It is by faith and not by works.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches July 13, 2003 Lessons from the Cross Romans 5:1-8 INTRODUCTION: ILLUSTRATION: The other morning I was going to make some Grandes Orange Cinnamon rolls. The cans are supposed to be easy to open. You just peal the label off and insert a spoon and the can pops ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Message Of The Cross Is Foolishness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 25, 2024

Explores the contrast between worldly views and God's perspective, focusing on understanding the profound love symbolized by the cross in Christianity.

Greetings, beloved. I hope this day finds you in good spirits and ready to receive the Word of the Lord. We gather here today, not out of habit or obligation, but out of a desire to know our God more intimately and to understand His Word more deeply. Our focus today is on a scripture that is both ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18

Topics: Changing Message, Cross

Jesus Endured The Cross

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 23, 2025

Jesus on the cross

Jesus endured the cross Hebrews 12:2. Luke 16:19-31 Good morning everyone, We recognize today as being Palm Sunday. The journey that Jesus the messiah took into the city of Jerusalem before His crucifixion on the cross and His resurrection from the grave. The mindset of the people at this point ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2, Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Nazarene

Accepting The Fullness Of The Cross

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Oct 10, 2009

It is God’s desire for us to receive all the benefits of the Cross of Calvary.

October 11, 2009 Morning Worship Text: Psalm 103:1-5 Subject: What Christ Did Title: Accepting the Fullness of the Cross We live in perhaps the greatest nation to ever be created in the history of the world. I believe we all know that the initial reason for our greatness is the fact that we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Penalty Of Bypassing The Cross

Contributed by Kevin Burden on Jun 18, 2008

It has been a long night in Jerusalem. While multitudes slept, God the Father has allowed the plan of the ages (the redemption of man) to be put into motion.

THE PENALTY OF PASSING BY THE CROSS Mark 15:22-38 / Luke 23:46-49 It has been a long night in Jerusalem. While multitudes slept, God the Father has allowed the plan of the ages (the redemption of man) to be put into motion. The time is a few minutes after noon the day of Christ’s crucifixion. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:46-49

Denomination: Baptist

O The Wonderful Cross

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Nov 4, 2013

A message for communion centering on the power of the cross

O THE WONDERFUL CROSS Isaiah 53:1-12 INTRODUCTION: The cross is the most loved, reviled, and misunderstood symbol in the world. It is so common that many do not really know what it is about except maybe a nice piece of Jewelry. To the Christian the cross means so much more. Oswald Chambers ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Was Jesus Glad For The Cross?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on May 27, 2022

Jesus voluntarily went to the Cross and endured its pain and shame with joyful gladness because He wanted to spend eternity with you!!

"...looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God." (Hebrews 12:2 ESV) "We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2, Acts 2:25-28, Hebrews 1:9, Zephaniah 3:17, Luke 15:7, Jude 1:24, Psalm 32:2, Hebrews 10:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seven Words Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Ohm Kevaley on Sep 6, 2003

An exposition on the value of the last seven words of Christ

SEVEN WORDS OF THE CROSS By Pastor Ohm Prakash Kevaley First word: Lk.23:32-38 "Father, forgive them; for they do not know what they are doing." Luke alone, of the Gospel writers, mentions the criminals in advance of Jesus’ conversation with them. The effect is that his humiliation is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-42, Luke 23:32-38

Denomination: Congregational

Views Of The Cross-Roman Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Apr 14, 2009

While we view the cross as a symbol of victory the Romans would have viewed it as a tool for deterring rebellion

View of the Cross February 24, 2008 Views of the Cross: Roman When we picture the cross we see life. We celebrate the cross because for us it is a symbol of victory. For us the cross means our sins are forgiven. We are made right with God. Through the blood that was shed on the cross we are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:27-29

Denomination: *other