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  • John McCaherty avatar

    What's The Meaning Of The Cross

    Contributed by John Mccaherty on Mar 23, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 8,645 views

    After asking several people on the street what the cross meant to them, the answers were astounding, how would we as Christians answer that question? What does the Cross mean to us.

    What’s the meaning of the Cross? 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 1. To some a symbol, maybe a religious symbol (like the star of David) a reminder, a crutch, a form of punishment, where some nice Jewish boy died years ago. 2. Bible says it is foolishness to them that perish – If you’re looking for some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Cosper avatar

    The Major Events At The Cross Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 20, 2011
     | 6,363 views

    We are going to divide this passage into 8 events to get a better understanding of what is happening. This is not an unfamiliar story to most Christians but maybe we can learn yet a little more about it.

    The most significant event in history is the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. We are saved by His death. Because He died, we live. But there IS a condition. We have to believe, and it’s the necessity for belief that John stressed throughout his gospel. He was an eyewitness of the crucifixion, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Utterances From The Cross

    Contributed by Shawn Miller on Apr 2, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,532 views

    We find forgiveness, hope, and life in The last three utterances from Jesus while he was on the Cross from the gospel of Luke.

    Utterances from the Cross Introduction: If ever there was a holiday to celebrate; it is Easter. What other holiday celebrates an event that promises everlasting life? I love Easter! I look forward to it, especially when the long cold days of winter have me trapped inside the house, cabin fever ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Bruce Rzengota avatar

    Service Of The Stations Of The Cross

    Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Jan 4, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,393 views

    A modern Liturgy for an Evangelical Approach to the Stations of the Cross

    Service of the Stations of the Cross Blessing Leader: May the Grace of God be abundant in this place and recall the suffering of the anointed one, the Christ, the only begotten Son, Jesus. Holy Spirit, lead us closer to the Cross. People: And also with you. Scripture (Psalm ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    Are You Missing God's Best For Your Life? Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 10, 2022
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    1. Have I measured the value of my life? (vs. 24-26). 2. Have I determined my destiny? (vs. 26). 3. Do I recognize my responsibility before God? (vs. 27). 4. Am I trusting Jesus when I don't understand? (vs. 28). 5. Am I focused on Christ's return? (vs. 27-28).

    Are You Missing God's Best for Your Life? The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 16:24-28 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared September 10, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 16. This chapter began with Christ-rejecting Pharisees and Sadducees trying to trap Jesus by asking Him for a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Wilkins avatar

    The Glory Of Thecross Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Mar 22, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,680 views

    The road to glory is self-sacrificing love

    John 12:20-36, March 15, 2009 The Glory of the Cross What do you imagine Jesus will look like in his glory? Images that come up when you search “Jesus Glory” “Go for the Glory” – said in sports, usually means beating all the other competitors soundly. Read passage The Glory of the ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Standing Around The Cross Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 30, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 10,787 views

    Will consider the different attitudes and circumstances of the people who are detailed at the scene of the crucifixion, especially the penitent thief

    1. Title: Standing Around The Cross 2. Text: Matthew 27:32-50; Mark 15:20-47; *Luke 23:26-56, John 19:16-40 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM crowd, 4-9-06, 3rd in the series “Walk To The Cross” 4. Objectives: -for the people to consider the different attitudes and circumstances ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Brad Bailey avatar

    Standing Up To Spiritual Deception

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 27, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,985 views

    Nehemiah, we discover the power of determination in finishing what God begins in our lives… - As we saw in previous weeks, Nehemiah… unfinished walls… a parallel to our lives… Opposition… discourage the people… Opposition… pressures… Anyone Here feel pre

    Intro: Determination is the single greatest attribute of success. - 3 doctors who studied 6,000 marriages and 3,000 divorces and concluded “There may be nothing more important in marriage than determination” (Parrots p.49) - Not to say determination on one partner’s part can save a marriage, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Crossing The Threshold-3

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 18, 2018
     | 2,795 views

    3 of 4. Amos declared God’s strained relationship with His people. Thus a failed relationship with God evokes His wrath. What specifically does a failed relationship with God evoke(bring about/cause)? A failed relationship with God evokes...

    CROSSING The THRESHOLD-III—Amos 1:1-2 Attention: Hushers: Six-year-old Angie & her four-year-old brother Joel were sitting together in church. Mom had gone to the bathroom, so taking advantage of the moment, Joel giggled, sang, & talked out loud. Finally, his big sister had enough. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • George Rennau avatar

    Easter- The Power Of The Cross

    Contributed by George Rennau on Apr 17, 2003
    based on 56 ratings
     | 12,064 views

    All those who reject the message of the cross are lost and dying and headed for judgement, but there is still time, JESUS will save all those who come to Him through the Power of the Cross

    Easter - THE POWER OF THE CROSS INTRODUCTION: Have you heard of the book called “The Worst Case Scenario Survival Handbook?” It’s a survival manual, based on interviews with experts (You can view this book online at Amazon.com) Here are some of the subjects covered in the book: • How to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Pedro Trinidad avatar

    Mary Stood By The Cross

    Contributed by Pedro Trinidad on Oct 14, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,597 views

    What can we learn from the Virgin Mary

    Ladybugs are named after Our Lady. The tradition dates back to the Byzantine era when the Virgin Mary was traditionally cloaked in red in iconography. Some ladybugs are also covered with seven spots, which were taken to represent the seven joys and seven sorrows of Mary. Farmers were particularly ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Crossing The Threshold-4

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 18, 2018
     | 2,223 views

    4 of 4. Amos declared God’s strained relationship with His people. Thus a failed relationship with God evokes His wrath. What specifically does a failed relationship with God evoke(bring about/cause)? A failed relationship with God evokes...

    CROSSING The THRESHOLD-IV—Amos 1:1-2 Attention: An air filter for your home’s air handler The air filter can become so clogged with pollutants that they overwhelm the system’s intent—to provide fresh unpolluted air to the home. As a result, too much stress is put on the systems that draw the air ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • MELVIN MAUGHMER, JR. avatar

    The Power Of The Blood And The Cross

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Nov 22, 2010
    based on 26 ratings
     | 52,543 views

    When the church removes the central theme and central action of the church it becomes ineffective and nothinig more than a social club. We need to make sure we keep the blood and the cross in the church.

    “The Power of the Blood and the Cross” By District Elder M.L. Maughmer, Jr. 1st Corinthians 1:17-18 “For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel: not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of none effect. For the preaching of the cross is to ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Phillip Wright avatar

    Carry Your Cross

    Contributed by Phillip Wright on Apr 25, 2004
    based on 71 ratings
     | 23,582 views

    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

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bright Adeyeye avatar

    Crossing The Kidron Valley

    Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Sep 7, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,150 views

    David’s heart was broken as a result betrayal. As he ran out of Jerusalem, he walked across the Kidron valley. Have you been betrayed? How do you move forward after a betrayal?

    CROSSING THE KIDRON VALLEY "13 Now a messenger came to David, saying, “The hearts of the men of Israel are with Absalom.” 14 So David said to all his servants who were with him at Jerusalem, “Arise, and let us flee, or we shall not escape from Absalom. Make haste to depart, lest he overtake ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational