Sermons on Power Of Cross:

The Cross: It's Words

Contributed by Leon Hergert on Feb 25, 2002

By looking at the last phrases used by Jesus we get a better grasp of who he was.

The Cross: It’s Words Luke 23:34-43 Thesis: Every person can take a more balanced view of their life by understanding the last phrases of Jesus. Introduction: In his book, No Wonder They Call Him the Savior, Max Lucado tells the story of his dad discovering he had Lou Gehrig’s disease. Dad ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34-43, John 19:28-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Such Thing As A Comfortable Cross

Contributed by Jonathan Busch on Feb 17, 2003

Sometimes we like to pad the cross so that people aren’t accidental hurt by its sharp edges. Now it is okay to do this with our methods, but we must never pad the message. We must always represent the reality of the Cross of Jesus Christ is about.

No Such Thing As A Comfortable Cross Text: 1 Cor 1:20-25 Intro: This evening I would like to bring you a message entitled “No Such Thing As A Comfortable Cross” I am taking the thoughts I am sharing from a article I read earlier this week by Victor Knowles entitled “Cutting Corners of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:20-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Cross You Carry Series

Contributed by Peter Parry on Mar 10, 2003

Whoever desires to come after me (1)let him deny himself, (2)take up his cross, and (3)follow me.

The Cross You Carry (Mk.15:16-22; Mk.8:34) During Lent we come face to face with the cross Christ died upon to save us from our sins. I preach about it, we read Scripture describing it, hymns we sing talk about it; each Sunday morning we face it ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34, Mark 15:16-22

Denomination: Congregational

The Cross Before The Crown Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Apr 7, 2004

Learn how to finish life well from the example of Jesus Christ on the cross.

We continue our message series to prepare us for Easter. Because we live on the other side of Easter, that is we know Jesus has risen from the dead, we can easily overlook the sufferings of Jesus. But knowing the sufferings Jesus can benefit us. My parents with my sister and I came to America ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-30

Denomination: *other

A Tale Of Three Crosses Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Apr 13, 2004

The final message in a series leading up to Easter on the Passion of Christ. This meesage focuses on the difference between the three crosses.

A Tale of Three Crosses April 11, 2004 The Passion - Luke 23:39-43 Sunday AM Intro: In reviewing the last hours of Jesus’ life, we often only see one cross dotting the Jerusalem skyline – but to the casual observer that day, the middle cross carried no special significance – just three men dying ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:38-43

Denomination: Baptist

Carry Your Cross

Contributed by Phillip Wright on Apr 25, 2004

Many would say they are committed Christians but what is their level of service?

Carry Your Cross Mark 8:34-38 Rev. Phillip A. Wright Mark 8: 34 When He had called the people to Himself, with His disciples also, He said to them, "Whoever desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow Me. NKJ Need: Every believer needs to make a conscious ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-38

Denomination: Baptist

Words From The Cross Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 24, 2004

This is the 19th study in the study "The Hebrew Hymnal".

Series: The Hebrew Hymnal (Psalms) HYMN #22: WORDS FROM THE CROSS Psalm 22 As Jesus Christ hung upon the cross, He spoke seven statements that summarize His experience as He was dieing for the sins of the world. Psalms 22:1-5; Matthew 27:45-46 „© ¡§My God, my God, why have you forsaken ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

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

Crossing Into Your Destiny

Contributed by William Yates on Jun 12, 2002

This message speaks on the steps Israel took in crossing into the Promised Land. We can learn from these principals as we cross into the destiny God has for us!

In the movie, The Dead Poets Society, Mr. Keating (played by Robin Williams) brings his class before a display case featuring photographs of previous students. He asks the students to stand near it and listen carefully they are saying. In a haunting voice, he then utters: “Carpe Diem! Carpe Diem! ...read more

The Whip, Hammer & Cross

Contributed by Wayde Wilson on Nov 13, 2000

Communion/Cross/Jesus

“The Whip, Hammer & Cross” WHIP - Mark 15:15 – “Wanting to satisfy the crowd, Pilate released Barabas to them. He had Jesus flogged, and handed him over to be crucified.” Isaiah 53:5 – “He was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:5, Mark 15:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Cradle, The Cross, And The Crown

Contributed by Lee Black on Dec 7, 2002

Jesus was born of a virgin, but His had many sorrows, so He could bring us life.

Lk2; Mt. 27:27-31 The Cradle, The Cross, and The Crown I. The Cradle - Speaks of His Virgin Birth - Lk.2:1-7 A. Fulfillment of Prophecy - Isaiah 7:14 Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-52

Denomination: Baptist

The Dangers Of Neglecting The Cross

Contributed by R. Darrel Davis on Apr 27, 2002

A message imploring listeners not to neglect the opportunity to be saved.

Introduction: I was not one of his fans personally, but for many NASCAR fans, the death of racing legend Dale Earhardt at the 2001 Daytona 500 is still fresh in their minds. On the final lap of the race, he crashed into the wall at a speed of around 180 miles per hour after being tapped from ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Crossing Cultural Barriers

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Nov 12, 2002

Doing What God has called us to do.

CROSSING CULTURAL BARRIERS 1 KINGS 5:1-6 INTRODUCTION: IN ORDER TO EFFECTIVELY ADVANCE THE KINGDOM OF GOD ON EARTH, CULTURAL BARRIERS MUST BE CROSSED. RACIAL PROFILING HAS TAKEN CENTER STAGE IN THESE YET TO BE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. THERE EXISTS A COLOSSAL GAP BETWEEN BLACK AND WHITE, WHITE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

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

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