Sermons on On The Cross:

Embracing The Cross

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 28, 2009

As the farmer must suffer to attain the joy of harvest, so we must embrace our crosses in life to attain the joy of union with the Father.

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 Word and Suffering I always encourage my students to plant gardens. The reasons are many, but one of the biggest is that one cannot understand Scripture without knowing something about agriculture. It’s only been in the past couple of hundred years that Catholics have been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:7-15

Denomination: Catholic

Message Of The Cross

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Mar 13, 2009

The message of the cross is salvation through the power of God.

Text: “For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God” (1 Corinthians 1:18). Story: “The Evidence of His Claim” There is a story told of a cottage in a little country village, in which lived a family of four: father, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian Church

The Power Of The Cross

Contributed by Ian Lyall on Mar 14, 2009

A consideration of the power of the Cross; those for whom is is God’s power, those for whom it is folly. Shows what God did for us when Christ died on th Cross

I want to turn this morning to look at the passage from 1 Corinthians chapter 1, which places before us the power of the Cross, and as we journey through Lent toward Holy Week it is surely fitting to do so. The Cross is central to our faith as Christians- but I ask, do we always know and appreciate ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Crook At The Cross Series

Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on Mar 21, 2009

The Crook at the Cross lets us know that no life is beyond the love of God.

Luke 23:43 “Today shalt thou be with me in paradise.” / Title: “Crook at the Cross” 1. Jesus talks about heaven in Matthew 13 – 7 scenarios a. Matt. 13:24 – Wheat and Tares – grow together b. Matt. 13:31 – Mustard Seed – least of seeds, greatest of herbs, tree/birds c. Matt. 13:33 – Leaven – in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:43

Denomination: Baptist

Cross Examination

Contributed by Don Jones on Apr 6, 2009

Jesus acts on the cross are examined. He did for us what we couldn’t do for ourselves.

Cross Examination Mark 15:21-39 Introduction It was time for Jesus to be crucified. He had been beaten with fists, had his hair pulled out, He had been flogged to the point of death. He was a mass of bleeding, raw and opened flesh. It is a miracle that He is still able to carry His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:21-39

Denomination: Baptist

The Preaching Of The Cross

Contributed by William D. Brown on Apr 8, 2009

“foolishness of preaching” does not mean foolish preaching, the meaning here is, --to the minds of the so called intelligent thinkers, it was “foolishness” God is not calling it foolishness, He is pointing out that these great thinkers said it was foolish

THE PREACHING OF THE CROSS 1 Corinthians 1:18-24 4-11-09 Today I want to talk for a little while about “the preaching of the cross”, about the crucifixion of Jesus there on the cross of Calvary, so I want you to pay close attention. Listen as I read today’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Paradox Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 24, 2009

Paul, Pt. 4

THE PARADOX OF THE CROSS (1 CORINTHIANS 1:18-31) The cross took a major political beating since 2004. In May, 2004, the ACLU gave Los Angeles County two weeks to eliminate the 1957-designed seal that appears on most official county property: walls, documents, uniforms, vehicles and even business ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Lamb And The Cross

Contributed by Danny Presswood on Jan 26, 2009

What difference does it make whether it’s Good Friday or Easter Sunday? The difference is that Good Friday represents everything AWEFUL in life and Easter Sunday represents everything AWESOME in life.

Tony Campolo tells a story of preaching on Easter at his church in Philadelphia. He got up to preach to his predominantly black congregation – and he was “ON”! The folks were encouraging and hepping him along, and he got excited. He could hear some saying, “Help him Jesus!” And then he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

In The Shadow Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Drew Mills on Jan 28, 2009

Because we have been redeemed by God, not gold, God, through Peter, invites us to live differently--in the shadow of the Cross.

“In the Shadow of the Cross” I Peter 1:18-2:3 ‘Peter’s Principle’s’ Series January 25th, 2009 The cross: an instrument of torturous death—capital punishment—an inhumane way to die—one died bleeding and exposed to the elements—an object of ridicule. Jesus did all of that for us—a sinless lamb. He ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Message Of The Cross Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 14, 2008

The remedy for division rooted in pride is the proper appreciation for the Cross.

Introduction: A. I love the story of the two men were digging a ditch on a very hot day. 1. One said to the other, “Why are we down in this hole digging a ditch when our boss is standing up there in the shade of a tree?” 2. “I don’t know,” responded the other. “I’ll ask him.” 3. So he climbed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Crossing The Line Series

Contributed by David Richardson on Apr 17, 2008

Man is ultimately responsible for any and all of his actions. Nowhere in the Bible will you find a verse that excuses man’s sin. Rather what it does prove is that we have an all-knowing God, an omniscient God.

Crossing the Line Scripture: Romans 3:5-6 5 But if our unrighteousness brings out God’s righteousness more clearly, what shall we say? That God is unjust in bringing his wrath on us? (I am using a human argument.) 6 Certainly not! If that were so, how could God judge the world? 7 Someone might ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:5-8

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Crossing Jordan

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Apr 20, 2008

Facing the defining moments in life requires us to make the correct decision

CROSSING JORDAN Joshua 1:1-11 * Turn with me to the first chapter of Joshua and in just a moment we will read verses one through five. Forty years earlier, under the leadership of Moses, the Children of Israel came to a defining moment at Kadesh-Barnea God said, “I am giving you this land so go ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Crossing Over

Contributed by Eric Ferguson on Apr 29, 2008

Seven stepping stones to a new level with Christ. This message helps believers move beyond just the fact that Christ has saved them from the bondage of sin. Now He beckons them to cross yet another river to enjoy the abundant life.

Many of us have many camp stories Camping does a body good…unless you’re a friend of Bobby...listen to his letter he sent home from camp. Illustration: Bobby’s Letter From Camp: Dear Mom and Dad, Our Scoutmaster told us to write to our parents in case you saw the flood on TV and are worried. We ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cross And Sanctification

Contributed by Mike Cleveland on May 5, 2008

What is the only motivation that will really release us from the grip of sin? The cross!

Let’s open our Bibles this morning to 1 Corinthians chapter 5. I want to remind you this morning that in 2 Chronicles 7 God promised His presence to those who would humble themselves and pray, seek God’s face, and who would turn from their wicked ways. People wanting to encounter God must not only ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:6-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Centrality Of The Cross

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Mar 20, 2011

God,s purpose for the cross of Christ.

THE CENTRALITY OF THE CROSS The cross is 1. The centre of God’s purpose for us. Deliverance from this present evil age. Gal.1: 4Who gave himself for our sins, that he might deliver us from this present evil world, according to the will of God ...read more

Denomination: Baptist