Sermons on No Sweetness In The Cross:

"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

The Four Crosses Of Calvary

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Oct 8, 2002

AS WE LOOK TO CALVARY AT THE DRAMA THAT WAS PLAYED OUT UPON THAT HILL, HOW MANY CROSSES DO YOU SEE? WHAT IS THE SIGNIFICANCE OF EACH OF THESE CROSSES? LET US CONSIDER THE FOUR CROSSES OF CALVARY.

FOUR CROSSES OF CALVARY LUKE 23:32-43 INTRODUCTION: THIS MORNING AS WE LOOK TO CALVARY AT THE DRAMA THAT WAS PLAYED OUT UPON THAT HILL, HOW MANY CROSSES DO YOU SEE? WHAT IS THE SIGNIFICANCE OF EACH OF THESE CROSSES? LET US CONSIDER THE FOUR CROSSES OF CALVARY. I. THE CROSS OF REBELLION AND ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Baptist

The Blood And Cross Of Deliverance

Contributed by Supreme Joyner on Mar 9, 2005

the points of the cross what jesus did for us the purpose of the cross and the meaning of the cross

The Blood and Cross of Deliverance By: Supreme Joyner Matthew 27:13-27:13 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:13-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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

Losing Sight Of The Cross

Contributed by Doug Stringer on May 15, 2005

This message uses a large wooden cross as a prop. As I discuss each item, I place it on the cross. By the time I am done the sermon, the cross is completely hidden from all the garbage hanging from it.

Losing Sight of The Cross REV. 2:2 5a I know your deeds, your hard work and your perseverance. I know that you cannot tolerate wicked men, that you have tested those who claim to be apostles but are not, and have found them false. You have persevered and have endured hardships for my name, and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:2-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Vew From The Cross

Contributed by William Nieporte on May 17, 2005

A first-person dramatic monolouge for Good Friday based on what might have been the thoughts of the centurion guard at the foot of the cross.

A View From The Cross: “Father, Forgive Them” Good Friday Meditation – 2005 Dr. Bill Nieporte, Pastor, Red Bank Baptist Church Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Claudius. You can call me Claude. I am a professional soldier in the Roman army. I enlisted as soon as they’d take me and I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34, Luke 23:44-47

Denomination: Baptist

Crossing The Jordan At Floodstage Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Jun 1, 2005

Here’s our word of hope- we aren’t exempt from the problems, but we have resources to carry us through! The Word tells us God can do anything, you know--far more than you could ever imagine or guess or request in your wildest dreams! He does it not by pus

"Taking Your Promised Land" - Joshua series, message # 2 Crossing the Jordan at Flood-stage- Impossibility or Opportunity Text: Joshua 3 - 4 Life can be tough! Reported attempted suicides are over the 100,000 mark annually. Drug use in America is epidemic, much of it an attempt to manage the ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Examining The Mysteries Of The Cross

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jun 9, 2005

A look at the Cross and the mysteries surrounding it.

Jesus had gathered around Him group of twelve ordinary men like you and I. They were common folk, several of which were fishermen. For the past three years Jesus had been spending night and day with them, making an incredible investment in their lives. During this time Jesus had made frequent ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:31-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Blood Smeared Cross

Contributed by Othey Mcnew Jr. on Jun 25, 2005

The Celebration of Passover for Christians begins with a blood smeared cross!

The Blood Smeared Cross Exodus 12: 1-14 1 And the LORD spake unto Moses and Aaron in the land of Egypt saying, 2 This month shall be unto you the beginning of months: it shall be the first month of the year to you. 3 Speak ye unto all the congregation of Israel, saying, In the tenth day of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Wisdom From The Cross

Contributed by Dwayne Brown, Phd on Jul 7, 2005

Our culture has lost its understanding of the Cross. We have forgotten "The Old Rugged Cross."

There is a word that I want to try and lift this morning which is found in 23 chapter of Luke’s gospel, beginning at verse 39. Would you stand for the reading of God’s word. (READ). Thus, for our subject this morning I invite you to join with me prayerfully and reflect on the words, Wisdom From ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Baptist

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

At The Foot Of The Cross: Powerlessness Series

Contributed by Kathleen Kisner on Aug 12, 2002

The Good Friday story told from the viewpoint of Salome

Oh my, what an exhausting day! Crucificitions should be banned! There are cruel and a horrible way to die. I know that the great and mighty Roman government thinks it is a great way to reduce crime, but I think they are wrong. They just make innocent people, like my sister, suffer. I have ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:33-41

Denomination: Methodist

At The Foot Of The Cross: Love Series

Contributed by Kathleen Kisner on Aug 12, 2002

The Good Friday story told from the perspective of Mary the mother of James the younger and Joses

I’ll be right there! Yes. Yes, I am one of the women who followed Jesus. We’re on our way to the tomb. I am his aunt Mary, sister-in-law to Mary the mother of Jesus. Jesus truly was a remarkable man, full of love and without a doubt, the son of God. I first meet Mary when Jesus was a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:33-41

Denomination: Methodist

3 Crosses Of Calvary

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Aug 16, 2002

A different look at the crucifixion

THE 3 CROSSES OF CALVERY Place Allendale Baptist ( In view of a call) Date September 16, 2001 Luke 23:32-33: 39-43 Introduction Several days ago, my wife received an E-mail of sculptures of Jesus on the cross. The unique thing about these pictures they were of sculptures made of sand. Sand castles. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-33, Luke 23:39-43, Luke 23:33-38

Denomination: Baptist