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  • Jay McPhearson avatar

    Look At The Cross

    Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Feb 17, 2007
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    When we view our lives through the cross, we see ourselves the way God sees us.

    “Look at the Cross” “Luke 23:44-49 When we view our lives through the cross, we see ourselves the way God sees us. Sunday Morning Sermon 2.18.07 Intro: Clip of the passion of the Christ – scene 28, after the bird and right at the dark clouds – this is where the text starts. (Start with Title and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Gino Cascieri avatar

    Enemies Of The Cross

    Contributed by Gino Cascieri on Mar 30, 2001
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    In this message you will be surprised to find out who are the enemies of the cross.

    "Enemies of the Cross" Text: Philippians 3:15-19 Introduction: -When a Christian thinks about who would be categorized as an enemy of the cross of Christ, he probably thinks about one of the religious cults. I.E. - Mormons, Jehovah Witnesses, Christian Scientists, Seventh Day Adventists, Roman ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    The Comfortable Cross--We Don't Want The Real Thing

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 14, 2018
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    We don't mind going to the cross as long as we can take a number of comfortable and convenient things along with us. Jesus does not call us to comfort. He calls us to die.

    Not A Fan Part 4: The Comfortable Cross January 28, 2018 1 King 12:25-33 Luke 9:51-62 Some of the ideas in this sermon came from Kyle Idleman’s series Fan or Follower which we did at our church. We are now in week 4 of our Not a Fan series. We have looked at Fan or Follower, Follow Me, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Derek Geldart avatar

    The Cross In The Tree

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 24, 2018
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    Is it ok for Christians to have a Christmas tree? To find out the answer to this question please read this sermon.

    Matthew 27:50-51a, Colossians 3:1-10 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 PDF, Word format available plus live sermon at the above website. Is it ok for believers to have a Christmas tree? With all its pretty lights, garland, tinsel, ornaments and presents doesn’t the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Crook At The Cross

    Contributed by Bishop Talbert Swan on Mar 28, 2010
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    The power of Jesus to save is manifested through the redemption of a convicted thief.

    A CROOK AT THE CROSS Luke 23:43 “Today shalt thou be with me in paradise.” Title: “Crook at the Cross” 1. Jesus talks about heaven in Matthew 13 utilizing 7 different scenarios. a. Matt. 13:24 – Wheat and Tares – grow together b. Matt. 13:31 – Mustard ...read more

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  • Chris Talton avatar

    Beyond The Cross

    Contributed by Chris Talton on May 14, 2003
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    The message of Easter is hope. There is something beyond the cross - beyond the suffering. There is resurrection.

    April 20, 2003 Colossians 1:24-27 “Is there anything beyond the cross?” INTRODUCTION A Sunday School teacher asked her class to write one sentence each on "What Easter Means to Me." One pupil wrote: "Egg salad sandwiches for the next two weeks!" As a child, I might have said ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Burdette avatar

    The Manger And The Cross Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Dec 9, 2016
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    Jesus, God's Plan & Gift, Sacrifice, Love

    THE REAL CHRISTMAS STORY - The Manger and the Cross Colossians 1:15-23 (p. 821) December 18, 2016 Introduction: “The son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation.” The word for firstborn here doesn’t mean Jesus was a created ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Soldiers Of The Cross

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Apr 11, 2014
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    A Memorial Day sermon with an emphasis on being a good soldier of Jesus Christ.

    2 Timothy 2:1-5 KJV Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. [2] And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also. [3] Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Significance Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by Peter Ceccardi on Oct 19, 2024
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    Sun Tzu, the renowned Chinese military strategist, once taught his troops the art of enforcing victory. "A victory," he said, "is not merely the winning of a battle, but the securing of its fruits. A general must not only defeat his enemy but also ensure that he cannot rise again.

    "Enforcing the Victory, Part 1: The Significance of the Cross" Introduction to the Series: A Tale of Two Victories Sun Tzu, the renowned Chinese military strategist, once taught his troops the art of enforcing victory. "A victory," he said, "is not merely the winning of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kevin L. Jones avatar

    The Chronology Of The Cross

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Sep 15, 2019
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    A sermon examining the events leading to and at Calvary.

    THE CHRONOLOGY OF THE CROSS Mark 15:16-47 Imagine the scene, the Sinless Son of God hangs on an old wooden cross, rusty spikes have been driven through His hands and feet. Blood pours from His precious brow where a cruel crown of thorns has been placed, the flesh on His back hangs like ribbons ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bill Burress avatar

    Destination - The Cross

    Contributed by Bill Burress on Apr 15, 2011
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     | 4,537 views

    The death of Jesus was pre-arranged as to when, where, and how He would die for us. This message describes how those events were filled exactly.

    I owe this message to the teachings of Gary Johnson and thank him for sharing his vast knowledge. “Destination - The Cross” The other day I was reading letters to God from little kids and I felt this one was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Stephen Sheane avatar

    The Cross - Redemption Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Mar 5, 2010
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     | 13,474 views

    The meaning of redemption as seen from the book of Hosea.

    THE CROSS - REDEMPTION A gem dealer was strolling the aisles at the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show when he noticed a blue-violet stone the size and shape of a potato. He looked it over, then, as calmly as possible, asked the vendor, "You want $15 for this?" The seller, realizing the rock wasn’t as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    Because Of The Cross

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 9, 2014
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    Using the general outline from Robert McGee's book "Search for Significance" this message reveals the four ways the cross overcomes the false belief systems of people living under the cloud of guilt, shame, self loathing and blame.

    Because of the Cross I Corinthians 1:18 (Outline from Robert McGee, Search for Significance) INTRODUCTION: The God of the Bible is the complete opposite of the kinds of gods human beings tend to invent. The gods that humans concoct are impressive, powerful, victorious, and even dangerous. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Stephen E. Trail avatar

    Cross Bearing Pt 2 Series

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Aug 24, 2014
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    Second part of series on biblical discipleship.

    "Three Laws of the Discipleship" Pt. 2 -- Cross Bearing Matthew 16:24-28 Introduction: This morning we're going to take a look at the second aspect of discipleship that our Lord speaks about as He seeks to prepare his disciples for what is up ahead. If you recall last week we said that to be a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Matthew Kratz avatar

    Remember The Cross

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 12, 2016
     | 11,824 views

    1) Passover Remembrance: (Luke 22:14–18) and 2) Communal Remembrance (Luke 22:19–20)

    For the Remembrance Day celebrations, this past Friday, veterans, and those of the general public, gathered to remember and pay tribute to those who served their country and those who continue to serve. Etched in the stone monuments before them are the battles and casualties of the loved ones. Many ...read more

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