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  • Brian Bill avatar

    His Death Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 30, 2003
    based on 91 ratings
     | 16,471 views

    As we look at Jesus, it’s important to realize that his death was no accident. The cross did not happen to Him – He came on purpose for it. His death resulted in our acquittal and gave us open access to the Father. Just as people have responded differen

    The Case For Christ: His Death Rev. Brian Bill 4/8/01 I was on the wrestling team in High School. The wrestlers and the basketball players didn’t get along very well. We practiced on the gym stage while the wimpy round-ball guys ran around in the gym. There was a big stage curtain that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Forced Cross Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 8, 2023
     | 1,315 views

    The call to serve God becomes a forced cross when the going gets tough. We love smooth running of life. But through challenges we meet God’s power and miracle working hand. Let’s keep fighting for God with his help.

    Compelled to bear his cross: Matthew 27:32. “And as they came out, they found a man of Cyrene, Simon by name: him they compelled to bear his cross.” Cyrene was a city of Libya, in north Africa, lying west of Egypt. Cyrene had a large Jewish population, and Simon was very likely in Jerusalem for ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Peter Baumgartle avatar

    Crossing Over

    Contributed by Peter Baumgartle on Oct 30, 2024
     | 1,490 views

    JOSHUA 3:1 Early in the morning Joshua and all the Israelites set out from Shittim and went to the Jordan, where they camped before crossing over.

    CROSSING OVER Can you think of a day that you waited for with great anticipation? Christmas morning? A Family Vacation? Your Wedding Day? Maybe it was a day that you anticipated with great excitement. Maybe it was day you anticipated with great anxiety (The fear of the unknown, like the day ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jenny Franklin avatar

    From The Cross To Resurrection

    Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Apr 8, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,357 views

    An integrated gospel account of the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus, including His suffering on the cross, His death and burial, and His resurrection. Prophecies fulfilled and scripture references for “What Happened Next” are also included.

    Journey to Calvary As the chief priests led Jesus away to be crucified, he fell beneath the weight of the cross. His back was torn and bleeding. He was weakened from blood loss. They grabbed Simon, a Cyrenian who was coming out of the country, from the crowd and forced him to pick up the cross ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    What Will You Do With The Cross? Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 19, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,067 views

    • Growing up I saw different perspectives of the cross of Christ. • For certain denominations it was a kind of fascination and looked up to be an idol. • Many wore miniatures of it as earring, finger rings, around their neck and even some around their w

    Illustration: • Growing up I saw different perspectives of the cross of Christ. • For certain denominations it was a kind of fascination and looked up to be an idol. • Many wore miniatures of it as earring, finger rings, around their neck and even some around their waists. Used in fashion and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Russell (Rusty) Pruitt avatar

    What Does Christmas Mean

    Contributed by Russell (Rusty) Pruitt on Dec 24, 2018
     | 5,549 views

    The plan of salvation had been put into place before the universe was created. Before anything ever existed, the Triune God set the day when God would become a man and walk among humankind.

    What Does Christmas Mean? TEXT: Gal. 4:4-7 Introduction: Here are some facts about Christmas from The History Channel Website: • Each year, 30-35 million real Christmas trees are sold in the United States alone. • Today, in the Greek and Russian orthodox churches, Christmas is celebrated 13 days ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Shout From The Cross

    Contributed by Jim Mccutchen on Aug 29, 2010
    based on 20 ratings
     | 7,923 views

    The wrenching words of Jesus ushered forth from his lips while his sacrificial blood splashed on the ground. While his body is in excruciating pain and his tongue is tormented in thirst – Jesus cries out from those parched lips and says “FATHER FORGIVE

    A SHOUT FROM THE CROSS INTRO: The last word’s of a dying person are normally never forgotten. I have witnessed some pour out their hearts to God while others linger off into eternity quietly. Usually the last words of a dying person conveys their innermost thoughts, values, priority and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Allen James avatar

    For His Glory Series

    Contributed by Allen James on Sep 5, 2010
     | 4,727 views

    The first of five messages exploring the Lord's Prayer in Matthew 6. Today's message, For His Glory, takes a look at the first petition, "Our Father in heaven hallowed be your name."

    For His Glory • Matthew 6:9 • May 15-16, 2010 Introduction: The Lord’s Prayer is one of the most WELL-KNOWN prayers of Christianity. Many believe this model prayer provides the appropriate FORMULA for WHAT we should prayer. However, Jesus models for us the appropriate ATTITUDE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian La Croix avatar

    The Cross Was Always The Plan

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 15, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,356 views

    Message about how Jesus affirms to His disciples during His arrest that God’s plan was going forth.

    The Cross was Always the Plan Matthew 26:47-56 August 30, 2009 Me: How many people in here are planners? You plan everything out, or at least as much as possible. You plan your work day, your work week, maybe even your work month. You plan your vacation to the smallest detail, including ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Eric Bates avatar

    Wake Up!

    Contributed by Eric Bates on Jan 4, 2005
    based on 55 ratings
     | 10,839 views

    Current events indicate that Jesus’ coming is near. This sermon emphasizes the importance of watching for His return.

    Text in () indicates power point slide... Prayer (Car covered in snow) What better time to get away; Blizzards in the Midwest and Texas; Torrential rain and flooding in California. So, when the travel agent suggested a sunny beach resort far from the hustle and bustle of life, nothing could seem ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

  • Roy Fowler avatar

    You’re Asking Too Much.

    Contributed by Roy Fowler on Sep 11, 2021
     | 2,060 views

    God expects us to take up our cross. What is that cross He is asking us to carry?

    Sermon Title: You’re asking too much. Scripture Text: Mark 8:27-38 ILLUSTRATION: Several years ago I read a story written by a preacher in the Philippine Islands. One day he was passing a large church on Good Friday when he spotted many selling incense, candles, veils and rosaries. He also ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jerry McKee avatar

    Stand Up

    Contributed by Jerry Mckee on Feb 28, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,275 views

    This series is based on the book, "Do Hard Things" by Brett and Alex Harris. It is a 7 week series that challenges teenagers to step up from the low expectations that our culture has placed on them.

    34 And when he had called the people unto him with his disciples also, he said unto them, Whosoever will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. 35 For whosoever will save his life shall lose it; but whosoever shall lose his life for my sake and the gospel’s, the ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Andrew Dixon avatar

    Crossing The Jordan

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Nov 25, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 148 views

    When challenged with Jordan like situations that seem overwhelming and impossible to tide over we must not lose heart. When we look back with gratitude, trust God for the impossible and stay grounded on His Word, we too will experience God’s mighty deliverance in our lives.

    For our meditation we will meditate on Joshua 3:13,“When the priests who carry the Covenant Box of the LORD of all the earth put their feet in the water, the Jordan will stop flowing, and the water coming downstream will pile up in one place." (GNB) The place of this incident is at the banks ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Ron Tuit avatar

    “jesus’ Own Prediction Series

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Feb 8, 2016
     | 7,815 views

    Jesus predicts his own death on the cross and again declares His Deity.

    2 7 2016 “Jesus’ Own Prediction” John 12:20-36 In our last study we ended with the hyperbole by the Pharisees in John 12:19: “See, this is going nowhere. Look how the whole world has gone after Him!” Now this was an exaggeration since the WHOLE world did not go ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    Closing In On The Cross Of Jesus Christ - Part 4: Wake Up, Christians, Wake Up! Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 5, 2023
     | 2,163 views

    God wants us to: 1. Wake up to the suffering of our Savior (vs. 36-38). 2. Wake up to the seriousness of our sin (vs. 38-39). 3. Wake up to the strength we need from our Savior (vs. 40-46).

    Closing in on the Cross of Jesus Christ Part 4: Wake Up, Christians, Wake Up! The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 26:36-46 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared April 5, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 26. By this time, the Lord and His disciples had finished their last Passover meal ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist