Sermons on Pilate And The High Priest:

Cry From The Cross

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 12, 2025

At Calvary Jesus drank the full cup of God’s wrath and endured the ultimate loneliness so that we can be forgiven, never forsaken, and live in unshakable peace.

Introduction – Point Me to the Cross A little girl was lost on her way home. A policeman asked, “Can I help you?” She replied, “Just point me to the cross and I’ll find my way home.” Her house stood beside a church with a great cross. All heaven is interested in the cross of Christ. All the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:27-54, 1 Corinthians 1:18

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Loving Your Enemies

Contributed by Ken Pell on Mar 2, 2009

Jesus actions during the passion narrative of Mark are evidence and illustration of loving one’s enemies.

LOVING YOUR ENEMIES Mark 15:1-20 Sermon Objective: A communion sermon; Jesus actions during the passion narrative of Mark are evidence and illustration of loving one’s enemies. Supporting Scripture: Leviticus 19:18; Luke 6:27-36; Romans 5:10; Romans 12:17; 1 John 4:9-10 MARK 15:1-20 Simply put, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-20

Denomination: Nazarene

The Victory Of A Messiah Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 30, 2012

Jesus has won us the victory, and we need to start living in that victory.

The Victory of the Messiah Text: Matt. 27:45-61 Introduction 1. Illustration: John Stott is his book The Cross of Christ, wrote, "It is impossible to read the New Testament with being impressed by the atmosphere of joyful confidence which pervades it, and which stands out in relief against the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-61

Denomination: Methodist

Strike Me Blind In One Eye

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 20, 2006

A sermon on 4 things we can do if we are struggling with some sin. Based on Caiaphas and the Sanhedrin from John 11:45-53. (Outline from Steve Hopkins)

Sermon for 11/19/2006 Strike Me Blind in One Eye! John 11:45-54 Introduction: Two shopkeepers were bitter rivals. Their stores were directly across the street from each other, and they would spend each day keeping track of each other’s business. If one got a customer, he would smile in triumph at ...read more

Scripture: John 11:45-54

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Resurrection Journey To Faith

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 18, 2000

Mary Magdalene’s world had collapsed on the crucifixion of Jesus and she came to the tomb Searching, Learning, Seeing and then Believing.

The resurrection of Jesus demands a personal response. Pollsters take pleasure in getting the opinion of the general public, asking, "Do you believe that Jesus rose from the dead?" They are keen to tell us: what percentage believe he actually physically came to life again; how many say he didn’t ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Surprise Witness

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Mar 19, 2023

The account of the Roman soldier who witnessed the death of Jesus and became convinced that Jesus was the son of God.

Rufus wished he were anywhere but here. He had never wanted to come to Palestine in the first place, every legionnaire in the Empire knew that it was a lousy assignment. No loot, no glory, no chance for advancement. And he couldn’t even get decent duty like chasing bandits in Galilee. No, he had to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-54

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Kingdom Not Of This World

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 16, 2021

Is God’s kingdom meant to just rule in our hearts or is there more to it? Purpose: What is the truth of Jesus’ reign? Plan: Let’s see what Jesus had to say about His kingdom in John 18:33-37.

Prelude Is God’s kingdom meant to just rule in our hearts or is there more to it? Purpose: What is the truth of Jesus’ reign? Plan: Let’s see what Jesus had to say about His kingdom in John 18:33-37. King of the Jews (vs 33) Then Pilate entered the Praetorium again, called Jesus, and said to ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-37

Denomination: Baptist

What's Love Got To Do With It?

Contributed by Michael Brown on Apr 16, 2020

Sermon on the biblical definition & power of LOVE

What's Love Got to do With It? Back in 1984 Tina Turner asked a question that we're going to look into. That year she released her hit song “What's Love Got to do With It?” In this song she tells us that love is nothing “but a second-hand emotion.” That's not at all true. Objects ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, John 13:34-35, Matthew 22:36-40, 1 John 4:16

Denomination: Baptist

Not Vulnerable

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 4, 2018

A study in the book of Leviticus 16: 1 – 34

Leviticus 16: 1 – 34 Not Vulnerable 16 Now the LORD spoke to Moses after the death of the two sons of Aaron, when they offered profane fire before the LORD, and died; 2 and the LORD said to Moses: “Tell Aaron your brother not to come at just any time into the Holy Place inside the veil, before ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Centurion And The Christ

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 23, 2018

Easter

THE CENTURION AND THE CHRIST (MARK 15:37-39) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_en Grammar Bible (English) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_bah Tatabahasa Alkitab (Indonesian) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_esp Biblia de Gramática (Spanish) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_tag Gramatika Bibliya ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Leading The Spiritual Life (Part 3 Truth) Series

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Jan 10, 2002

Looks at Truth from the true worshipper’s perspective and the role of Truth in the believer’s life.

Central Christian Church St. Petersburg, Florida January 2002 True Worshippers Do So "In Truth" We started this series on the spiritual life with this text: John 4:23 "But an hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers shall worship the Father in spirit and truth; for such people the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Face Of Fortune: Barabbas Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 15, 2012

The face of Barabbas is truly the face of good fortune. Never has a better thing happened to a man on the day of his expected crucifixion. Jesus of Nazareth probably died on the cross that was prepared for Jesus Barabbas.

4-08-03 The Face of Fortune: Barabbas Text: Now the governor's custom was to release one Jewish prisoner each year during the Passover celebration--anyone they wanted…Then Pilate released Barabbas to them. And after he had whipped Jesus, he gave him to the Roman soldiers to be taken away ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:15-26

Denomination: Baptist

Be Bold For Christ

Contributed by Doug Gorman on Apr 11, 2016

We need to be bold for Christ and His Church!

AW Tozer said, “The true follower of Christ will not ask, "If I embrace this truth, what will it cost me?" Rather they will say, "This is truth. God help me to walk in it, let come what may!" How many times have you had the chance to witness to someone about Christ and failed to do so because ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:8-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Was Crucifixion The Passion Of The Romans Series

Contributed by Dale Harlow on Mar 23, 2004

The Romans seemed to enjoy the crucifixion. This message explains why, while answering the question, "who really did crucify Jesus?" The answer might surprise you!

Title: Why was Crucifixion the Passion of the Romans? Text: Galatians 2:20 Three men participating in army war games were hit with paint pellets, which were fired at them by their opponents. According to the rules of the war games they were legally dead and no longer permitted to participate. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6, Galatians 2:20-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Slam Dunk Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 26, 2011

A study of chapter 3 verses 1 through 22

Luke 3: 1 – 22 Slam Dunk 1 Now in the fifteenth year of the reign of Tiberius Caesar, Pontius Pilate being governor of Judea, Herod being tetrarch of Galilee, his brother Philip tetrarch of Iturea and the region of Trachonitis, and Lysanias tetrarch of Abilene, 2 while Annas and Caiaphas ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-22

Denomination: Calvary Chapel