Sermons on Seven Words From The Cross:

The Final Word

Contributed by John Knight on Jan 31, 2003

A word about Hell.

The Final Word Luke 16: 19-31 Introduction: Out of the night that covers me, Black as the Pit from pole to pole, I thank whatever gods may be For my unconquerable soul. In the fell clutch of circumstance I have not winced nor cried aloud. Under the bludgeonings of chance My head is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Holiness

Jesus’ Cross-Driven Concerns-3 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 12, 2017

3 of 6. As Jesus hung on the cross, He voiced particularly important concerns. At the juncture of life & death, matters of greatest significance are prioritized. But What are these as evidenced from the Cross? A Cross-driven Concern of Jesus is Your...

JESUS’ CROSS-Driven CONCERNS-III Lk. 23:33-49; Jn. 19:17-30; Mat. 27:33-54; Mk. 15:21-39 OR--CONCERNS From The CROSS Attention: It’s Missing! Sherlock Holmes & Dr. Watson go on a camping trip, set up their tent, & fall asleep. Some hours later, Holmes wakes his faithful friend. “Watson, look up ...read more

Scripture: John 19:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

Far From Home

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Jan 28, 2013

Why is there so much trouble in the world and trouble in our lives? The trouble that we experience is just symptomatic of a single underlying problem that has become somewhat of a dirty word!

Far From Home Why is there so much trouble in the world? Why are there wars, murders, divorce, sickness, death, unrest, disappointment, depression, addiction, earthquakes, tornadoes, drought and famine? And you could go on and on, seemingly without end. The answer is clearly in Genesis 3:1-7: ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Saddest Word Series

Contributed by Jim Kilson on May 27, 2014

Part 2 of 8 in a series covering words in the Bible that are all too often overlooked or ignored.

INTRODUCTION: So what is the “saddest” word in the Bible? We mentioned it last week, so I guess we could call this a “test.” If we were to ask, again the answers would be as diverse as the people answering the question. Some would say death, fear, hate, or even lost… ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:6-8

Denomination: Christian Church

A Word Of Hope Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on May 11, 2020

In the midst of this pandemic, where do we find hope? What do we have to grasp onto to steady us? Where is our light in all of this darkness? Where is our anchor, our lifeline in this storm? In the Bible.

Well … I don’t have to tell you, the whole world as we know it is undergoing something I’ve never seen in my lifetime … and I hope that I will never see anything like this again in my lifetime … however long that might be. In two months, everything has been turned upside down and inside out as ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 23:1-3

Denomination: United Methodist

The Word Of Lie Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 13, 2006

What we believe is confirmed by how we behave, especially how we care about others. This doesn’t mean perfection, but it does mean progress, that true faith makes a difference in how we live and love.

The First Epistle of John: “Collecting Evidence of Faith” “The Word of Life”, 1:1-4 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Just as crime-scene investigators gather evidence to determine “whodunit”, the Apostle John has compiled a set of proofs to verify the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

Denomination: Congregational

Jesus: The Antidote For Sin

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 24, 2002

Joining John 3 with its reference from Numbers 21 to show Christ is the antidote to the poison of sin.

I. EFFECTS OF SIN (NUMBERS 21:4-9) A. JOURNEYED IN THE WILDERNESS (21:4) 1. DEVILS TRAFFIC IN SPIRITUAL DRYNESS B. MUCH DISCOURAGED BECAUSE OF THE WAY (21:4) 1. GOD MAY TAKE A WHILE TO GET YOU TO THE PROMISED LAND AFTER HE BRINGS YOU OUT OF EGYPT, BUT SIN, UNBELIEF, AND GRUMBLING WILL SLOW ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21, Numbers 21:4-9

Denomination: Church Of God

Fighting Words Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Nov 13, 2000

This is an introductory sermon in a series on Galatians.

The Triumph of Grace “Fighting Words” May 14, 2000 This Morning’s Text – Galatians 1:1-10 “Paul, an apostle (not sent from men nor through the agency of man, but through Jesus Christ and God the Father, who raised Him from the dead), and all the brethren who are with me, to the churches of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Seven (7) Signs And Symptoms Of Cain Syndrome

Contributed by Herbert Armstrong Bosantog on Nov 7, 2012

1. He was half-hearted towards God. 2. His Decision was based on his OWN MIGHT. 3. He did not follow the PLAN of God. 4. He became SLAVE by his own sins. 5. Cain was easily OFFENDED. 6. He HATED his brother. 7. He ran away from his CALLING!

Scripture: Genesis 4:9-12 (NIV) 9 Then the LORD said to Cain, "Where is your brother Abel?" "I don’t know," he replied. "AM I MY BROTHER’S KEEPER?" 10 The LORD said, "What have you done? Listen! Your brother’s blood cries out to me from the ground. 11 Now you are under a curse and driven from the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:3-15, Ezekiel 36:26-27

Denomination: *other

Parting Words

Contributed by Craig Condon on May 16, 2015

When we die to our earthly lives, we live for Christ. Happiness depends on happenings in our lives, but joy depends on Jesus. Submission leads to happiness and joy. It mends our wounded souls.

What would you say to someone if you knew that you were seeing them for the last time? If you were dying, what would be the last words you would say to your family and friends? If you’ve ever thought about the answers to these questions, then you can appreciate what was going through ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

A Consoling Word Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 24, 2016

Relationships are important. Paul send a consoling message to the Corinthians in an effort to mend bruised relationships.

2 Corinthians 1:1-11 “A Consoling Word” INTRODUCTION In his second letter to the Corinthians Paul continues to address issues with which the Corinthian church is struggling. Despite their struggles Paul wants the Corinthians and all the Christians, or saints, in Achaia to realize ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

The Word Of God

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 28, 2016

Scripture is 1) Permanent (Psalm 119:89-91), 2) Precious (Psalm 119:92-93), 3) Preserving (Psalm 119:94-95) and 4) Perfect (Psalm 119:96)

As far back as the late medieval period, men such as John Wycliffe and John Hus called people to return to Scripture. When challenged by hostile church officials, Hus repeatedly answered his opponents, “Show me from Scripture and I will repent and recant!” Hus’s devotion to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:89-96

Denomination: Other

Seventeen Words

Contributed by Cameron Bottema on Apr 23, 2012

Seventeen words of Ephesians 4:32 - Three imperatives that are the very keys to meaningful relationships with God and everyone else.

“Seventeen Words” Ephesians 4:32 “Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another as God in Christ Jesus has forgiven you.” There is one fundamental issue that is at the very heart of human existence. It is so important that everyday, every moment is touched ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:32

Denomination: Friends

Word Of Hope Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 19, 2019

God's plan for Israel and Jerusalem goes beyond the current struggles the people are facing. The future is beautiful and glorious. God will establish His Kingdom through Israel.

Zechariah started to speak when the remnant resumed the rebuilding of the Temple. • His first words were ‘repent and return to God’, never to repeat the mistake of the past and reject God again. • They would have understood, having suffered the wrath of God and 70 years in exile. God has not ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 2:1-13, Ephesians 2:12-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Memorial Day For The Trinity

Contributed by Don Schultz on May 22, 2002

WE remember what each person of the Trinity has done for us, drawing comparisons from Memorial Day.

2 Corinthians 13:11-14: MEMORIAL DAY – REMEMBERING THE TRINITY Tomorrow is Memorial Day. Why do we have Memorial Day? What is the point? As Americans, it is good for us to have a holiday that reminds us that the freedoms we enjoy as Americans are freedoms that were earned. On Memorial Day, we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:11-14

Denomination: Lutheran