Sermons on On The Cross:

The Day Of The Cross

Contributed by Gary Huckaby on Jan 18, 2003

On the day that Jesus died it is noteworthy to see the crowds, the crys, and the crosses on Calvary that day. If you need encouragement dear soul, this message is sure to touch you.

A Sermon For You Easter Message  April 2001 By- Evangelist Gary Huckaby The Day Of The Cross And They Crucified Him! Matthew 27:33-36 will be our text. "And when they were come unto a place called Golgotha, that is to say, a place of a skull, they gave him vinegar to drink mingled with gall; and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:33-36

Denomination: Baptist

No Cross No Crown

Contributed by Desean Jarrett on Dec 1, 2000

There is a special reward for every Christian who bares their cross.

"No Cross No Crown" James 1:1-12 (personal introduction) Introduction- vs.1 1. James knows his position - servant 2. James recognize in-order to get the father he had to grow through Jesus 3. James address his reader - 12 tribes / descendants of Israel Body- vs.2 1. James tells us we going ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gambling With The Cross

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 15, 2000

Far too many people are playing around the edge of faith and gambling with the cross

Gambling with the Cross Luke 23:26-43 Good Friday Service April 10, 1998 Introduction I. Poem by George MacLeod A. We have come to commemorate the crucifixion: We need to put this event into perspective, focus needs to be on content not cosmetics - we want to look good, focus on christ rather than ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-43

Denomination: Church Of God

The Cross Of Christ

Contributed by Lindeal Greer on Jan 22, 2001

Christ suffered for our sins.

The Cross of Christ Matt 16: 24 “If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross and follow me.” Consider the cross of Christ- The instrument on which he was killed. (Discuss his death) I Peter 2: 19-24 Isiah 53 “dumb as sheep” His death on the cross was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:6-7, 1 Peter 2:19-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Wayne Burnett on Mar 8, 2001

A MESSAGE ABOUT THE POWER OF THE CROSS OF CHRIST

THE POWER OF THE CROSS 1 COR 1:17-24 I. THE CONDITION OF THE RELIGIOUS WORLD A. All religions are not the same, they are not different ways to the same God -ill of the Christian fish with the Buddha in the center -the one thing that sets us apart from all others is the cross B. The world is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-24, Ephesians 2:12-22

Denomination: Church Of God

The Comfort Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Wayne Burnett on Mar 8, 2001

A MESSAGE ABOUT THE COMFORT THE CROSS OF CHRIST BRINGS TO PEOPLE

THE COMFORT OF THE CROSS PS 23:4 (THY ROD AND THY STAFF, THEY COMFORT ME) I. THE 23RD PSALM A. Background of the 23rd Psalm B. The main idea is that God shepherds His people just as a sheep herder does his sheep -Ps 100:3 Know ye that the LORD he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Church Of God

The Glory Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Wayne Burnett on Mar 8, 2001

GOD TRANSFORMED AN INSTRUMENT OF SHAME INTO ONE OF GLORY

THE GLORY OF THE CROSS 1 COR 1:18-25 (24) & GAL 6:14 I. THE CROSS - SHAME TURNED TO GLORY A. Of all the forms of death that are conceivable, crucifixion has been most feared throughout history B. Death on a cross was saved for the worst of criminals and those committing treason C. Death on a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, Galatians 6:14

Denomination: Church Of God

Enemies Of The Cross

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Mar 10, 2001

Dealing with the fact that Christians can be enemies of the Cross of Christ.

IT HAS BEEN SAID THAT, "YOUR WALK TALKS LOUDER THAN YOUR TALK, TALKS." WHEN IT COMES TO THE CHRISTIAN LIFE ONE MUST REMEMBER THAT THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST IS PROCLAIMED IN BOTH WORD AND DEED. PROCLAIMING THE GOSPEL IN THIS MANNER IS BOTH A PRIVILEGE AND A RESPONSIBILITY. SOMEONE ONCE SAID IT ...read more

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Centrality Of The Cross

Contributed by Bob Myers on Mar 15, 2001

The Cross is the Central Message of Christianity.

The Centrality of the Cross Galatians 6:14 In the Cross Christianity lays claim to having the most universally recognized symbol in all of world history. The Cross is more recognizable than a Coca-Cola can, CNN, or any nation’s flag. And the centrality of the Cross has even become part of our ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:11-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Cross (Christmas) Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Dec 16, 2003

Part 3 of 4 in the series "Why Did My Savior Come to Earth?" Shows the inevitable result of Jesus’ Birth.

The Cross Mark 15:21-39 INTRODUCTION Why did my Savior come to earth, and to the humble go? Why did he choose a lowly birth? Because he loved me so! Why did He drink the bitter cup of sorrow, pain and woe? Why on the cross be lifted up? Because he loved me so! He loved me so, He loved me so; ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:21-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Cross Roads Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 7, 2004

This is the 1st study in the study "The Hebrew Hymnal".

Series: The Hebrew Hymnal (Psalms) [#1] HYMN #1: CROSS ROADS Psalm 1 Through the centuries God’s people have sang songs that express their relationship with God. The book of Psalms is a compilation of Hebrew hymns that still speak to us in the 21st Century. This first hymn we find is one ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6, Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Symbols Of The Cross

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 8, 2001

What does the cross symbolize?

INTRODUCTION  When we look at a cross today what do we think about? What is the first thing that comes to mind when you see a cross?  What do we think when we see a person wearing a cross around their neck or in their ear lobes?  Does the cross stand for something to us ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Cross Roads

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 29, 2001

Each person will come to a time when they have to either take the wide or narrow path.

CROSS ROADS PSALM 1 Introduction: · This summer, while on vacation, we were looking for a lake that we had seen on the map. We took a well graveled road for about 10 miles and then came upon a sign that showed the lake only being two miles away. While sitting at this cross road, I noticed ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

"Crossing Over" Series

Contributed by Bob Hunter on Dec 16, 2001

This message details the necessity of crossing over into new spiritual territory.

“Crossing over” Joshua Ch. 3 We’re on this journey through the book of Joshua. Joshua was a great leader at a time in Israel when they really needed leadership. Last week I talked to you about how the people he was leading, the Israelites, overcame fear and faced up to the challenge of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Holiness

Mary At The Cross Series

Contributed by Robert Houston, Sr. on Dec 17, 2001

Examination of the events of Mary at her son’s execution.

This is Mother’s Day. Mother’s Day cannot be celebrated without a good understanding the mystery of what Motherhood is. Motherhood goes beyond any physical labor, pains and carrying a baby for nine months. A mother’s role is much greater. There are those who serve not as a birth mother, but ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25-27

Denomination: Baptist