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  • Leon Hergert avatar

    The Cross: It's Words

    Contributed by Leon Hergert on Feb 25, 2002
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    By looking at the last phrases used by Jesus we get a better grasp of who he was.

    The Cross: It’s Words Luke 23:34-43 Thesis: Every person can take a more balanced view of their life by understanding the last phrases of Jesus. Introduction: In his book, No Wonder They Call Him the Savior, Max Lucado tells the story of his dad discovering he had Lou Gehrig’s disease. Dad ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The King Upon The Cross

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 16, 2013
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    As with us, so first with Him: no cross, no crown.

    THE KING UPON THE CROSS. Luke 23:33-43. 1. Amongst the Jewish people, the prevalent understanding of the coming of Messiah was coloured by their relatively recent historical experience under the Maccabbees. Surely the expected deliverer would come to break the yoke of Rome, just as Judas of old ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Larry Vollink avatar

    Jesus And His Cross Series

    Contributed by Larry Vollink on Jan 19, 2021
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    Jesus carried the Cross for us first, now it'd our turn to carry Our Cross!

    There are so many books, sermons, songs about the cross, where does one begin as we consider Jesus and the Cross? The cross has always been in the eternal plan of God from the beginning of time. All of God's works have been known to Him from eternity and the cross was the focal point of His ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Taking Up A Cross

    Contributed by David Nolte on Mar 3, 2019
     | 5,795 views

    Just what did Jesus have in mind when He spoke of bearing a cross?

    No Crown Without A Cross Luke 9:18-26 David P. Nolte When Jesus spoke of the cross we must bear, He was not speaking about a lapel pin or bumper sticker. He was not referring to an ostentatious display. of a huge hunk of baggage on a chain or cord for a necklace. He didn’t mean a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    No Crown Without A Cross

    Contributed by David Nolte on Mar 3, 2019
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    If we want to wear a crown in heaven we must bear a cross on earth

    No Crown Without A Cross Luke 9:18-26 David P. Nolte When Jesus spoke of the cross we must bear, He was not speaking about a lapel pin or bumper sticker. He was not referring to an ostentatious display. of a huge hunk of baggage on a chain or cord for a necklace. He didn’t mean a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rick Burdette avatar

    The Promise Of Paradise Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 2, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,962 views

    Hope, Salvation, Paradise

    Obituaries - The Promise of Paradise Luke 23:32-43 (p. 737) April 6, 2014 Introduction: In the latter half of the 1800’s there was a small man with a huge voice who was a master of the stage. His name was Edwin Thomas. At age 15 he debuted in Richard III and from then on he became ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    The Compelling Cross Of Christ

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 4, 2011
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    Today we will explore four facets of the cross, four features that compel us to trust in Jesus Christ.

    The Compelling Cross of Christ John 19:1-30 & Luke 23:32-43 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - March 21, 2010 *Max Lucado wrote: “The Cross: It rests on the time line of history like a compelling diamond. Its tragedy summons all sufferers. Its absurdity attracts all critics. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Wilson avatar

    The Cross In My Belly

    Contributed by Steve Wilson on Apr 2, 2013
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    What must it have been like to have actually carried the cross Jesus died on, for Him, up to Calvary's hill?

    A CROSS IN MY BELLY A Monologue of Simon of Cyrene Introduction There are several Simons in the New Testament. Two of them were called by Jesus to be His disciples. One was Simon Peter and the other one was Simon the Zealot. One of Jesus’ half-brothers, son of both Mary and Joseph, was named ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Utterances From The Cross

    Contributed by Shawn Miller on Apr 2, 2015
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    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

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    The Cross Made The Difference

    Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 22, 2016
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    There were three people who were present during the trial & crucifixion who were profoundly influenced by Jesus; Barabbas, the Dying Thief, and the Centurion and his men. It was the Cross of Jesus that made the difference!

    THE CROSS MADE THE DIFFERENCE Colossians 1:19-21 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: CALL FROM ALMIGHTY GOD 1. A pastor was working late on a Saturday night at the Almighty God Tabernacle. Around 10:00 PM he decided to call his wife before he left for home. 2. Although the pastor let the phone ring several ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Words From The Cross Series

    Contributed by Gary Moore on Feb 4, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,091 views

    The "seven words of the cross."

    WORDS FROM THE CROSS It is finished! Often the final words of a great saint are poignant and compelling. For example, one can scarcely not be moved by the words of Paul to his young protégé, For I am already on the point of being sacrificed; the time of my departure has come. I have fought the good ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    The Second Word: Salvation Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 24, 2005
    based on 67 ratings
     | 136,239 views

    The second word of our Savior on the cross is directed to one of the thieves crucified with him. An analysis of Jesus’ second word on the cross, as set forth in Luke 23:43, teaches us about salvation.

    Introduction Jesus was crucified between two thieves. One of the thieves mocked Jesus. But the other thief rebuked him. Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.” Jesus answered him, “I tell you the truth, today you will be with me in paradise” (Luke 23:42-43). Herbert ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    The Compelling Cross Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 7, 2020
     | 4,385 views

    1. Trust Jesus for the misery of His cross (John 19:1-6). 2. Trust Jesus for the miracles of His cross (John 19:23-24). 3. Trust Jesus for the mercy of His cross (Luke 23:32-43). 4. Trust Jesus for the mission of His cross (John 19:28-30).

    The Compelling Cross of Christ John 19:1-30; Luke 23:32-43 (Reading: John 19:14-30) Sermon by Rick Crandall Prepared June 7, 2020 BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 19. Last time, in John 18, we took a close look at the trials of Jesus Christ. And the Lord's trial before Pilate is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bruce Lee avatar

    The Other Cross Carriers

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025
     | 190 views

    On the northern coast of Africa in what is now modern-day Tripoli in Libya There was a Greek settlement known as the city of Cyrene.

    The Other Cross Carriers “15 Wanting to satisfy the crowd, Pilate released Barabbas to them. He had Jesus flogged, and handed him over to be crucified. 16 The soldiers led Jesus away into the palace (that is, the Praetorium) and called together the whole company of soldiers. 17 They put a purple ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Sherm Nichols avatar

    Standing Around The Cross Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 30, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 10,760 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