Sermons on Nailed To The Cross:

A Blood-Stained Gospel Series

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Feb 27, 2016

To abandon the blood-stained cross is to abandon the power of the gospel.

INTRO: 1. Mel Gibson’s movie called “The Passion of the Christ” has stirred a great deal of response throughout our nation…some I truly expected, some I find more disturbing. a. It came as no surprise to me when the press, which glorifies the filth and immorality of ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why The Resurrection Is So Very Important Series

Contributed by Brett Crosson on May 10, 2019

The resurrection of Christ is so very important to us as believers. Here’ s why.

1 Cor 15 3 For what I received I passed on to you as of first importance: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, 4 that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures, 5 and that he appeared to Cephas, and then to the Twelve. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

We Believe: Crucifixion, Death, And Burial Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 24, 2026

The Cross is the center of everything we believe as Christians, for without it we are still lost in our sin.

WE BELIEVE: JESUS WAS CRUCIFIED, DIED, AND WAS BURIED Text: John 19: 18-20, 28-37, 40-42 Introduction 1. “In the Cross is salvation; in the Cross is life; in the Cross is protection against our enemies; in the Cross is infusion of heavenly sweetness; in the Cross is strength of mind; in the Cross ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-37, John 19:18-20, John 19:40-42

Denomination: Methodist

The Substitute On The Center Cross

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Jun 1, 2001

The major theme is that Barabbas missed his cross because Jesus took his place. The story of Barabbas brings new meaning to the Doctrine of Substitutionary Atonement.

Sermon.975 “The Substitute On The Center Cross” Text: Matthew 27:15-26 Theme: Barabbas missed his cross because Jesus took his place. Barabbas brings to meaning to the Doctrine of Substitutionary Atonement. From the pulpit of Bayview Baptist Church, May 20, 2001 The story of Barabbas ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:15-26

Denomination: Baptist

Simon Carrier Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Troy Maxwell on Apr 11, 2007

1st message in a series about people in the bible who were ordinary but achieved extra-ordinary things with God

Unlikely Heroes Simon – Carrying the Cross Hero – A man of distinguished valor, enterprise in danger, a great, illustrious or EXTRA-ordinary person! WE have a HERO inside of us waiting to get out! • There are moments in life – “Divine Moments” – orchestrated by God in which that Hero inside has ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Carrying The Cross With Jesus

Contributed by Sajeev Painunkal, Sj on Apr 9, 2006

Jesus gave a new meaning to human suffering. Now a suffering person can look at the cross of Jesus and find comfort.

She was a Hindu; but all the same, an active member of the Students’ Christian Movement. Then the shocking news came that she was diagnosed with cancer. She was admitted in a hospital. When we went to see her, I expected her to be very bitter. At such a young age to get such a sickness! But ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

The Cradle And Cross Of Christ

Contributed by Michael Uebergang on Apr 12, 2006

The Christian life can be summed up by the Cradle and the Cross of Christ.

Luke 2: 22-32 THE CRADLE AND CROSS OF CHRIST (The C m C of C) The Story of Concordia Memorial College is the Story of the Cradle and Cross of Christ! I wish to leave you with the clear imprint today that the heart of CMC is the Cradle and Cross of Christ! We are all growing older, CMC too...! ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-32

Denomination: Lutheran

The Cross: A Forethought Not An Afterthought

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Jul 16, 2004

God did not give us Calvary to make amends for any mistake of His own in creating man. Let’s look at God’s presence in Calvary realizing it was a mission He sent His Son on that was purposed before the world was formed.

The Cross “A Forethought Not an Afterthought” I. Introduction A. The Passion of the Christ 1. The cross and Christ are getting a lot of publicity these days. a.To the tune of 100’s of millions. b.That’s great because salvation comes only via ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Through Jerusalem To The Cross

Contributed by Michael Goodfellow on Apr 15, 2003

A sermon for Palm Sunday

Oftentimes when we read through the passages in Scripture, we come to passages that seem to be out of place. And every year as I come to Palm Sunday, I come to this passage that seems to be so out of place. The story itself is one of the most beautiful pictures in all of Scripture, beautiful in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Easter- The Power Of The Cross

Contributed by George Rennau on Apr 17, 2003

All those who reject the message of the cross are lost and dying and headed for judgement, but there is still time, JESUS will save all those who come to Him through the Power of the Cross

Easter - THE POWER OF THE CROSS INTRODUCTION: Have you heard of the book called “The Worst Case Scenario Survival Handbook?” It’s a survival manual, based on interviews with experts (You can view this book online at Amazon.com) Here are some of the subjects covered in the book: • How to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Cross: The Plan Of God

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 11, 2005

Seeing God’s plan in the cross

Intro: Who do you know that comes up with crazy plans? I can think back to my neighbor growing up. Gary Kaytor. Gary lived across the street and was 2 years older than me. Gary was the type who everything always worked out for. Gary knew how to turn every situation to his advantage. I ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Take Me To The Cross

Contributed by Steaven Snow on Feb 9, 2005

A sermon that seeks to keep the cross of the Savior fresh in our minds

Take Me To The Cross TEXT: Mark 15:22-27 22 And they bring him unto the place Golgotha, which is, being interpreted, The place of a skull. 23 And they gave him to drink wine mingled with myrrh: but he received it not. 24 And when they had crucified him, they parted his garments, casting ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:22-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Word Of The Cross Is Foolish

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jan 21, 2006

That the Son of God should die on a cross is pure foolishness to many people. But for Christians, it is the sign of the power of God.

The Word of the Cross is Foolish I Corinthians 1:18-31 January 22, 2006 A pastor colleague of mine received a call from a worried mother some time ago. “Pastor, can you come over to talk to my daughter? She’s been acting strange ever since she went away to college. Now she has joined the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Methodist

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

There's Room At The Cross

Contributed by Larry Eaton on Oct 18, 2000

VS. 6 WHEN THE LORD PRICKS YOUR HEART , ANSWER HIM.

VS. 6 WHEN THE LORD PRICKS YOUR HEART , ANSWER HIM. VS.7 let the lost & worldly man leave his sin &ungodly thoughts, the Lord will grant you a full pardon; READ PSALMS 32:1-5 VS. 8-9 GODS OMNISCIENCE IS EXPLAINED, WHILE GOD REVEALS HIMSELF THROUGH HIS WORD, HE IS INCOMPREHENSIBLE IN HIS WAYS & ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:6-13