Sermons on Rugged Cross:

The Plan Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Apr 3, 2025

It was a time of pilgrimage and Jesus would be traveling along with many others. In our text he gathers his disciples aside and shares with them one last time what they are to expect in the future.

The Plan   Luke 18:31-34 Introduction Our journey through the Gospel of Luke is rapidly coming to a conclusion. We have observed the earthly life of Jesus from the beginning. Luke’s letter to Theopholis began with the account of the priest Zechariah encountering Gabriel in the temple ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:31-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Suffering Of The Innocent Series

Contributed by William Baeta on Apr 9, 2025

“Blessed is the King who comes in the name of the Lord! Peace in heaven and glory in the highest!”. (Luke 19:38)

Our theme for today’s sermon is ‘the suffering of the Innocent’. Throughout the ages many people have asked the question ‘why do the innocent suffer?’ This question can only be adequately answered in the case of the Messiah because of the many revelations about His birth, life, death, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:4-9, Philippians 2:5-11, Luke 19:28-40

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Follow Me Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jan 28, 2024

Using the background of Matthew's calling, Pastor John teaches on what it means to be a devoted disciple of Jesus Christ

Follow Me: The Call to Discipleship CCCAG 1-29-24 Scripture: Matthew 9:9 Today we will be beginning a new series (Call to Discipleship) focused on what it means to be a follower of Jesus. I read a lot about the condition of the church in our current day. There is a lot of blame that people ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9, Matthew 16:24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Forsaken For Our Forgiveness

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 8, 2025

The cross shows the depth of sin and the height of God’s love. There, Jesus took our place so that guilt could be lifted and grace could be personal.

Introduction – A Little Girl’s Directions A little girl got lost on her way home. A policeman stopped and asked, “Can I help you?” She answered, “Just point me to the cross, and I’ll be able to find my way home.” Her house was near a church with a tall cross on its roof. That’s what the cross ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Power Of A Scandalous Message: Christ Crucified

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 13, 2025

This sermon unpacks Paul's deliberate choice to preach "Christ crucified" in weakness, so that the resulting faith of his hearers would be undeniably anchored in the power of God alone.

Introduction: The Pressure to Impress Good evening, my brothers and sisters. We live in a world that is enchanted by the impressive. We are drawn to charismatic speakers, to brilliant arguments, to polished and professional presentations. From social media to the corporate boardroom, and yes, even ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Pray Biblically Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 4, 2024

Pray the Bible (Material adapted from Bob Hostetler's book, the Red Letter Prayer Life; chapter 16 of the same title)

HoHum: Can we do a series on prayer? Well, I’ll pray about it. Bob Hostetler found himself praying about if he should help with a new product called the Prayer Bible. Bob accepted the writing assignment. Bob spent the next 2 months reading and praying through the last half of the OT, from Job ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:46, Luke 23:46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Bronze Serpent (Numbers 21)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 25, 2024

What does the bronze serpent have to do with the cross? Let's look at Numbers 21.

Did Israel vacillate between faith and complaining? Do we? Let’s look at Numbers 21. In their vacillation, was this one time that Israel believed God? When the Canaanite, the king of Arad, who lived in the Negev, heard that Israel was coming by the way of Atharim, he fought against Israel and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

True Follower Of Christ Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 17, 2024

This is a study of the gospel of Mark regarding the life of Jesus. It is based on my personal study and research of Scripture and many books and sermons I have read over the years.

GOSPEL OF MARK: GOD’S SERVANT IN ACTION TRUE FOLLOWER OF CHRIST A. Last May I began a sermon series on the Gospel of Mark—studying the life of Jesus from His BAPTISM to his CRUCIFIXION and RESURRECTION, and ultimate ASCENSION into HEAVEN. 1. The verse in Mark’s gospel that summarizes ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Memorial Day - Remember

Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 25, 2024

This is a thematic message for Memorial Day.

Title: Memorial Day – Remember Script: Joshua 4:1-8 Type: Special Occasion Where: GNBC 5-24-09/RW 5-26-24 Intro: Most of you know that I love history. My grandfather instilled a love of history into me when I was a little boy. Although I enjoy going to the well known and important touristy ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Giving Life For The World

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on May 25, 2024

In honor of this Memorial Day, this sermon explores the concept of sacrificial love, encouraging believers to embody this love by serving others and being courageous soldiers of faith.

Welcome, dear friends and family in Christ. It is a joy and a privilege to be here with you today, standing on the solid ground of God's word. On this Memorial Day weekend, we celebrate the fallen soldiers of our country, with the greatest one being Christ Jesus. But unlike the other soldiers ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13, Matthew 26:36-39, Romans 8:16-17, Philippians 4:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Songs We Sing: "must Jesus Bear The Cross Alone" Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 5, 2025

The song we will focus on is the worst hymn that has ever been produced (IN MY OPINION). Why is this hymn the worst? This hymn is the worst because it teaches incorrect theology about Jesus Christ.

SONGS WE SING: ‘MUST JESUS BEAR THE CROSS ALONE?’ 1 Peter 2:21-25, Matthew 16:24-25 #BadBadHymn SING ‘MUST JESUS BEAR THE CROSS ALONE’ INTRODUCTION This morning we are continuing a sermon series called: “The Songs We Sing.” Part of worshipping God is singing. It is not the only part, but is a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21-25, Matthew 16:24-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Go! And Be Transformed, Trust, And Surrender: A Call To Live Fully For Christ Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 5, 2025

Christians around the world use Lent as a time to remember the journey of Jesus toward the cross, and as an opportunity to examine their own walk with Jesus. Consider three crucial aspects of our faith journey — transformation, trust, and surrender.

Go! and Be Transformed, Trust, and Surrender: A Call to Live Fully for Christ LENT is meant to be a period of reflection, repentance and preparation. Christians around the world use Lent as a time to remember the journey of Jesus toward the cross, and as an opportunity to examine their own ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, Proverbs 3:5-6, Luke 9:23-25, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Psalm 1:2-3, Isaiah 26:3-4, 1 Samuel 15:22, Genesis 12:1-4, Daniel 3:16-18, Philippians 3:8, Genesis 32:24-30, Genesis 32:28, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Luke 22:42  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Gonna Get Me One

Contributed by Chris Mccall on Jan 20, 2026

Jesus, in His tremendous love & compassion for souls was willing to go thru whatever He had to so that one soul could be rescued.

Matthew 9:35-38 NLT https://youtu.be/yzKighUf4UY?si=m48Ez_ib2n_R1Tqb From that one short scene I began hearing the heart of Jesus as He was making this journey personal & individual. This scene gives us just a glimpse into the price that was paid to reach people who are lost. People who are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Easter Evidence Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

The sermon introduction discusses the significance of the cross as a symbol of Easter, highlighting its original use as a tool of execution and torture, and its transformation into a symbol of special meaning and beauty.

He is risen! I’m happy to see you this Resurrection Sunday! Does anyone have a new cross necklace? I’ve always thought that if you don’t like giving chocolate and bunnies, a cross could make a great gift for Easter morning. Whether you received it today or have worn it for years, how many of you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-32, 1 Corinthians 15:17-21, Matthew 28:13

Topics: Resurrection Sunday, Symbolism Of Cross, Easter Gifts

Sermon Series: The Easter Challenge

The Week After Easter

Contributed by Charles R. Swindoll on Sep 12, 2006

This sermon deals with what happen when Thomas saw Jesus for himself. We can learn from this what we really have in Jesus.

TEXT: John 21:1 The capture of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane is over The brutal treatment of him at the hands of Roman soldiers is over The trial that found him guilty is over The torturing and twisting of his body is over The cruel fastening of his body to an old rugged cross is over The ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational