Sermons on The Centurion At The Cross:

The Cradle, The Cross, & The Crown

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 16, 2020

Three great milestones mark the life of Jesus Christ: His Incarnation, His Sacrifice, and His Resurrection/Ascension. These three are symbolized by “The Cradle, the Cross, and the Crown.”

THE CRADLE, THE CROSS, & THE CROWN Lk. 2:6-7; Isa. 9:6 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Q: What’s the difference between the Christmas alphabet and the ordinary alphabet? A: The Christmas alphabet has Noel. 2. Q: What do you call people who are afraid of Santa Claus? A: Claustrophobic. 3. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:6-7, Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Met Him On The Cross Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Apr 4, 2021

The Perfect Lamb of God can and will make you into a new creation by the power of His blood and He will do this because He wants to be with you in your heart and in your life in the here and now … and He wants you to be with Him in Paradise forever.

The three men struggle as they carry their cross beams through the Jerusalem streets. Two of them wear signs around their necks that say “kakourgos” (kaw-coor-gos). The third prisoner lags behind … beaten and broken and so badly torn up that someone has to help Him carry His cross beam. His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: United Methodist

#1 - A King On The Way To The Cross Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Mar 9, 2016

How do I know God cares? What is the difference between confession and repentance?

Luke 18:31 Jesus took the Twelve aside and told them, "We are going up to Jerusalem, and everything that is written by the prophets about the Son of Man will be fulfilled. 32 He will be handed over to the Gentiles. They will mock him, insult him, spit on him, flog him and kill him. 33 On the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:31-34

Denomination: Holiness

The Cross Versus The New Age Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 19, 2019

“Old gods never die, they just come back in new clothing.” The “old gods” Paul dealt with in his day are back!

THE CROSS VERSUS THE NEW AGE I CORINTHIANS 1:18-31 INTRODUCTION: “Old gods never die, they just come back in new clothing.” The “old gods” Paul dealt with in his day are back! I simply call them the “new age” gods. What am I driving at? Look at this text and note the following. I. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Baptist

Take Up Your Cross

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 7, 2019

Following Christ means following him to the cross.

There are basically two kinds of sermons on the Christian life. The first type of sermon views the Christian life as a kind of puzzle to be solved, with the message going something like this: Life is full of hardships, and frustrations, and obstacles. But if you do this one thing; if you ...read more

Scripture: John 12:23-33, Matthew 10:38-39, Luke 17:32-33, Mark 8:34-37

Denomination: Baptist

Peace With God, Because Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 25, 2016

Christmas Sermon that points to the cross. God brought peace on earth through the cross of Jesus.

You’ve probably heard it a few times in the past weeks. In just 8 lines, Clement Clarke Moore sets the picturesque scene for one of America’s most beloved poems; “A Visit from St. Nicholas,” he called it. It actually set the course for many of our views and traditions about ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thinking About Jesus On The Cross

Contributed by David Nolte on Apr 10, 2016

Considering what Jesus bore for us on the cross

“Thinking About Jesus On The Cross” Isaiah 53 David P. Nolte What a great song! What a great truth! “When He was on the cross I was on His mind.” We are still always on His mind! But the question is, “Is Jesus on OUR minds?” Is He in our thoughts ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Despising The Old Rugged Cross

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Feb 2, 2013

Despising The Old Rugged Cross

In one classic science fiction plot, antagonists attempt to gain control of the future by attempting to alter the past. Though it might not be as exciting as a Dalorian speeding at 88 miles per hour, maniacal forces in our own reality are attempting to accomplish nearly the same thing by ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:5-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Take Up Your Cross

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Oct 5, 2012

Trying to do things in our own strength can result in disappointment and frustration. But when we give our burdens to Christ the cross we are carrying is lighter.

Take Up your cross Isaiah 53 Mark 8:27-38 I remember hearing a radio broadcast of Dr. James Dobson. He was retelling a story about his son Ryan who was about three years old at the time. Little Ryan had gotten up early one morning before his Dad and Mom. He managed to climb up onto the kitchen ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Way Of The Cross Part 2

Contributed by Joe Rowland on Jul 3, 2012

If I don’t take up my Cross and follow him according to Mathew 10:38 I not worthy of Jesus. We need to get back to the basics of our faith and that is the cross of Christ. Father, mother, kids, grandkids, friends and relatives can not be placed before Je

The Way Of The Cross Part-2 Mathew 10:37-39 37 He that loveth father or mother more than me is not worthy of me: and he that loveth son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me. 38 And he that taketh not his cross, and followeth after me, is not worthy of me. 39 He that findeth his life shall ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:37-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Carrying Your Own Cross Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 17, 2018

We are called to do more than to come to church, we are called to be sold out to Jesus and His kingdom!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Well, you are back, last week was a difficult message to absorb, I hope last week’s message was enlightening and challenging for each of us. It was for me. • As we continue with our series, DISCOVERING DISCIPLESHIP, each week will be a challenge for each of us to go deeper ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Foolishness Of The Cross - Holy Tuesday

Contributed by Ian Bullock on Mar 29, 2021

A look at 1 Corinthians 1.18-31 from the lectionary for Holy Tuesday worship, and the challenge of being a 'fool' for Christ

In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen, In the letters that Paul wrote to the Church in Corinth, he always found a way to challenge them, to make them think about their faith and how they walked the path being set out before them. Through the scripture that we have just listened to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Anglican

Easter 2021 - Beyond The Cross

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Apr 1, 2021

This Easter message focuses on what we have because Jesus was raised from the dead.

Easter 2021 Beyond The Cross Scripture: First Corinthians 15:14-18; John 20:1-18; Isaiah 53:9 Throughout my early years in the Church, we sang a song that contained the following words that I am sure many of you will recognize: “Jesus keep me near the cross, there’s a precious fountain. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:14-18, John 20:1-18, Isaiah 53:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Law Removes The Offense Of The Cross Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 5, 2020

The apostle was accused by the false teachers of teaching circumcision in some places, and they said they were teaching no more than he taught. Or it may have been inferred from the fact (which was undoubtedly true) that Paul in general complied with the customs of the Jews when he was with them.

December 14, 2013 The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Galatians Tom Lowe IV. Practical: Defense of Christian Liberty (5:1–6:10) A. Liberty vs. Law (5:1-12) Chapter IV.A.5: The Law Removes the Offense of the Cross (5:11-12) Galatians 5:11-12 (KJV) 11 And I, brethren, if I yet preach ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Easter Sunday - The Promise Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 20, 2015

The Supernatural Stream of God’s Promise. It was in the power of the risen Christ that the early Christians went forth to change the world and we are called to do the same.

It’s Easter Sunday again. This morning we celebrate that Jesus is Alive. We celebrate because of His death on the Cross that means our sins can be forgiven. We celebrate because He rose from the grave and defeated death so that we might live. This month we are considering together the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10

Denomination: Pentecostal