Sermons on Not Crossed Before:

The Cross We Take Up Series

Contributed by Mike Lewis on Dec 27, 2022

These men had taken up their cross to follow Jesus. And that is the title of our sermon this morning. The Cross We Take Up.

WELCOME & INTRODUCTION THROUGH THE GATES OF SPLENDOR It was the summer of 1950 when Jim Elliot learned of the Auca Indians and many of the Quichua tribes living throughout the jungles of Ecuador. He was asked to consider a calling to preach the Gospel to these people. After learning their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-25, Romans 12:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Take Up Your Cross Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Mar 14, 2022

What does it look like to deny ourselves, take up our cross and follow Jesus?

[IMAGE] Philippine Passion Play - practice of literally crucifying people (voluntarily). The practice began in 1962 after a popular play about Jesus’ death. One man, Ruben Enaje, (as of 2019) had been hung on a cross 33 times. Many men and women have voluntarily submitted to temporary crucifixion ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Clashing Of Wills On The Way To The Cross Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 20, 2019

Jesus met fierce opposition from ruling class hypocrites whose false narrative about Him was rooted in deep jealousy. By His decision to keep doing His Father's Will for the sake of mankind, love prevailed over hypocrisy.

GOOD NEWS PRESENTED BY MARK Study of the Gospel According to Mark As you read Mark, be aware that you are reading the very first written account of the ministry of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-44

Life Begins At The Cross Of Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024

This sermon explores the significance of Christ's crucifixion, emphasizing its role in human redemption and the transformative power of suffering through divine grace.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. Isn't it a blessing to be gathered here today, in the presence of our Creator, our Redeemer, our Sustainer? We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here to honor Him, to learn from Him, and to be transformed by His word. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:4-5

Topics: Power, Cross

Take Up Your Cross Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Jesus calls us to take up our cross, which means embracing the pain, loneliness, and partnership that comes with following Him. The journey may be difficult, but the reward is worth it.

Today, we're gonna talk about something taking up our crosses, and I've got a cool object lesson to help us understand it better. But first, let's dive into the message. You know, life can be pretty hard sometimes, right? Jesus actually told us that we'd face some tough times. Check out what He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24, John 16:33

Topics: Discipleship, Spiritual Sacrifice, Divine Love, Redemption

Crossing Over Without Burdens Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 25, 2025

A prophetic call to leave behind spiritual, emotional, and historical weights and enter the next season light, free, and victorious by the power of God.

CROSSING OVER WITHOUT BURDENS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 14:13-16 Key Verse: “Stand still, and see the salvation of the LORD, which he will shew to you today… The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.” (Exodus 14:13-14) Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:18-19; Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:13-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Crossing Over With Joy, Not Burdens Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 27, 2025

An exhortation to enter the new year with a heart full of joy, leaving behind regrets, burdens, and disappointments, in order to embrace God’s strength and favour.

CROSSING OVER WITH JOY, NOT BURDENS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Nehemiah 8:10 Key Verse: “Then he said unto them, Go your way, eat the fat, and drink the sweet, and send portions unto them for whom nothing is prepared: for this day is holy unto our Lord: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

You've Never Been This Way Before

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jan 4, 2001

As they faced new challenges, Joshua prepares God’s people before they enter a new land.

Morning Message December 31, 2000 Central Church of Christ John Dobbs YOU HAVE NEVER BEEN THIS WAY BEFORE Joshua 3:4-5 Introduction: 1. It may seem to us that tomorrow begins another year. another calendar.everything is basically the same. We are going to be involved in the same things.kids ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:4-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Events 10 To 6 Days Before The Crucifixion Series

Contributed by John Wright on Mar 27, 2010

At least nine outstanding events are reported relating to Christ showing His courage as He was about to experience the crucifixion and He responded so unselfishly He demonstrated His love for lost man over and over again.

INTRODUCTION 1. Open your bibles please to Matt. 20:17&ff. 2. Do we have anyone present that has ever ridden a donkey? (1) Maybe Heather Walton! Or maybe Joshua or Caleb or Paul? I think that they are the only ones that own donkeys. (2) Misty used to ride a barrel racing horse. Most of you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:17-34, Matthew 20:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Father, Into Your Hands I Commit My Spirit Series

Contributed by Troy Horne on Apr 11, 2009

A look at the last words of Christ from the cross

Lk. 23.46 From the Cross: Father, Into Your Hands I Commit My Spirit 1. I know it may seem a little strange to still be considering the cross on Easter Sunday. I mean, after all, today is the day we are to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, not His death. But I think if we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:46

Denomination: Holiness

Sept 11th And The Task Before Us

Contributed by John Browning on Sep 13, 2006

5th anniversary of 9/11. What God saw, What we saw and the tasks we have ahead of us.

September 11th and the Task Before Us By: Pastor Clinton Browning Staples Baptist Church Tomorrow is the 5th anniversary of the Sept 11th events that occurred through out the country. Today I want to discuss terrorism, anger, fear and the decisions that need to be made. Those of us that are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

Agony In The Garden Series

Contributed by Tim Huie on May 6, 2009

As Jesus looked toward the cross, He agonized over what was to happen. What made His look at the cross with such fear and dread?

The Glory of the Cross Series Agony in the Garden Luke 22:39-44 1. Illus. of dads ring • Dad gave it to me after his stroke, when he realized his days were numbered. • His father gave it to him when he went to military. • Not very valuable... but I wouldn’t sell it for a million ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-44

Denomination: Baptist

This Blood Is For You

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jul 4, 2009

A sermon on the crucifixion of Jesus.

THIS BLOOD . . . TEXT: Colossians 1:20-23 Colossians 1:20-23 -- And, having made peace through the blood of his cross, by him to reconcile all things unto himself; by him, I say, whether they be things in earth, or things in heaven. And you, that were sometime alienated and enemies in your mind ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:20-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Study In Luke 23:32-49

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on May 21, 2012

It should be everyday but, wouldn't it be great if America had a holiday to remember what Jesus did for us like we do Memorial Day? Easter and Christmas should be but, it has turned into chocolate bunnies....colored eggs...Easter bonnets with all the fri

05-20-2012 Study in Luke 23:32-49 It should be everyday but, wouldn't it be great if America had a holiday to remember what Jesus did for us like we do Memorial Day? Easter and Christmas should be but, it has turned into chocolate bunnies....colored eggs...Easter bonnets with all the fringe upon ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-49

Denomination: Baptist

Auto Pilate

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 6, 2015

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Auto-Pilate John 18:28-19:16 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/AutoPilate.html It's the beginning of the end for Jesus, Who is the beginning and has no end. And what looks like the end of Him, is only the beginning of life for us! In rapid fire succession we are about to study the arrest of Jesus, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist