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  • Scott Jensen avatar

    The First Word "Father, Forgive Them.” Series

    Contributed by Scott Jensen on Apr 19, 2019
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    This short 3-min sermon is designed to be used with 6 other short sermons as the 7-words from the cross.

    Jesus’ first words on the cross show us the true nature of who He is. Following judgement by Pilot, Jesus was ordered to be crucified. On the way to the cross Jesus was mocked and spit on, and beaten to the point of being physically unable to carry His own cross. When he finally arrived at The ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Looking At Lent

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 22, 2019
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    This morning we begin the lenten season with the hope that we will draw near to Christ and reflect on His journey to the cross.

    Looking at Lent Selective verses Prayer- For a mighty move of God in our hearts and a calling to be more like Jesus in our lives. Introduction- This morning we sprang forward one hour so that we can enjoy one more hour of sunlight. Everyone seems to like more sunlight but not everyone likes ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Go! And Live Healed By His Wounds - 1 Peter 2:24 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 8, 2025
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    We need to pause and look again at the cross—not merely as a symbol of faith, but as the place where everything changed.

    Go! And Live Healed by His Wounds - 1 Peter 2:24 Introduction: The Power of the Cross to Heal the Heart There are moments in our Christian journey when we need to pause and look again at the cross—not merely as a symbol of faith, but as the place where everything changed. The cross is not just ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Five Crowns Of Reward

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 30, 2025
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    Bible pictures life as a race from cross to crown and certain rewards (crowns) are given to those who are victorious.

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. Bible pictures life as a race from cross to crown and certain rewards (crowns) are given to those who are victorious. 2. “Run in such a way that you may obtain it … Now they do it to obtain a perishable crown, but we for an imperishable crown” (1 Corinthians 9:24-25). 3. “ For ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are We Our Brothers’ Keepers?

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on May 25, 2025
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    Jesus at the cross introduced his mother to John, from that we can infer that we are our brothers’ keepers.

    John 19: 25-27 Standing close to Jesus’ cross were his mother, his mother’s sister, Mary the wife of Clopas and Mary Magdalene. Jesus saw his mother and the disciple he loved standing there; so, he said to his mother, “He is your son.” Then he said to the disciple, “She is your mother.” From that ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Sermon: The Hidden Lines

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 22, 2024
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    There is a danger in crossing God’s deadlines. It is hard to imagine that a God of love has deadlines. Beware of the hidden lines.

    Subject: The Hidden Lines Scripture: Proverbs 29:1 “He that being often reproved and hardeneth his neck shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.” Introduction: There is a danger in crossing God’s deadlines. It is hard to imagine that a God of love has deadlines. This verse says, a ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Defeating Bitterness Series

    Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Jun 24, 2023
     | 1,267 views

    As we once again look into the subject of prayer we are looking at two prayers face to face with Jesus on the cross.

    “Defeating Bitterness” Luke 23:39-43 As we once again look into the subject of prayer we are looking at two prayers face to face with Jesus on the cross. I. First Prayer Vs. 39 “And one of the malefactors which were hanged railed on him, saying, If thou be Christ, save thyself and us.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Crucified, Yet Alive: Transformed By Truth Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 11, 2024
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     | 1,025 views

    Explore a powerful truth that transforms lives—how the cross and resurrection of Christ shape the believer's life.

    Crucified, Yet Alive: Transformed by Truth Introduction: Today, we will explore a powerful truth that transforms lives—how the cross and resurrection of Christ shape the believer's life. Our primary texts will come from 2 Corinthians 13:4, Galatians 1:4, and Galatians 2:20. These verses dive ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Language Of Love

    Contributed by Kent Lenard on Feb 22, 2003
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    God Speaks to us in the Language of love. We just have to read the signs, and He hung one on the Cross that tells us everything that we need to know.

    The Language of Love John 19:19-22, Luke 23:42, Luke 23;38, 42, Mat 13:11 February 11, 2003 I. When I got married I had to learn a new language. Actually I had to learn several new languages, but I think the most important one was the language that had no language. A. I had ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Curse On Christ Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 20, 2018
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    Jesus, being made a curse for us means that by bearing God’s wrath for sinners on the cross, Christ took upon Himself the curse pronounced on those who violated the Law.

    October 19, 2013 The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Galatians Tom Lowe Chapter III.A.2.c: The Curse on Christ (3.13) Galatians 3.13 (KJV) 13 Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is everyone that hangeth on a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The 2nd Thief Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 18, 2011
    based on 74 ratings
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    Both thieves on the cross insulted Jesus... to begin with. Why did the 2nd thief refuse to accept the love and promises of Christ? What drove him to curse Jesus even as he was dying?

    When the police arrest a suspect – what’s the first thing they are required by law to do? That’s right - “read him his rights”. "You have a right to remain silent ..." etc. What’s the official name for that process? The Miranda Warning. When a suspect has been read his rights they often say ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Hanging On?

    Contributed by Geoff Bruschi on Nov 9, 2006
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     | 3,420 views

    Tired of just "hanging on" to life - ready to live life to the extreme? This is for you!

    Title: Hanging on to Life Objective: Every person must follow Christ to live a life of purpose. Intro: I recently saw an old 1980s bumper sticker you may remember; it said, “He who dies with the most toys wins.” I am convinced that so many people in our performance driven culture live their ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    No One Is A Stranger, No One Is An Enemy

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Apr 27, 2017
     | 2,666 views

    no matter the actions of some, we are all children of the same Creator, brothers and sisters

    Hear the words of a Sikh Scripture: I see no stranger, I see no enemy Wherever I look, God is all I see I don't think of us and them No one do I hate or condemn I see God's image – each one a friend. Of any religion, caste or race All I see is God's shining face His smiling face, His gracious ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

  • Mark Aarssen avatar

    What Are You Missing?

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 20, 2018
     | 8,462 views

    Today I want to look at an encounter between Jesus and a “Rich Young Ruler”. Kind of like Jesus meets Mark Zuckerberg. The rich seem to have everything yet this very, very rich young man knew he was missing something. What are you missing?

    What one thing do you lack? Mark 10:17-34 The Rich Young Ruler We are now just four weeks away from Easter Sunday 2018. Easter happens to be on April 1st, April Fool’s Day. I kind of think that God the Father enjoys the irony in that one. Satan really was a fool to think he could kill Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • JM Raja Lawrence avatar

    The Shepherd King Series

    Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Nov 27, 2025
     | 249 views

    The eternal I AM who spoke from the burning bush now walks among us as the Good Shepherd. Tonight we discover how ancient promises find fulfillment in Jesus Christ.

    The Shepherd King Introduction When God called Moses from the burning bush, He revealed Himself with those thunderous words: "I AM WHO I AM." This was not merely a name. This was the declaration of eternal, self-existent being. God was telling Moses, "I am the source of all life, all ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational