Sermons on The Criminal On The Cross:

The Three Parades - Palm Sunday

Contributed by John Gullick on Apr 10, 2003

The three Parades. A sermon for Palm sunday that looks at three different Parades from the Bible -each of which we can learn new lessons.

The Three great Processions. Everyone loves a procession. A few years ago all of New Zealand celebrated and the Team New Zealand members triumphantly paraded down Queen street in Auckland to a tumoltuous welcome as they bought honme the America’s cup. But the cabinet is now empty. This week the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11, Esther 6:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Picture It Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Sep 2, 2008

This is the capstone sermon to the series on the Seven Churches of Asia titled, "Church Matters."

Turn with me to Revelation 1 REVELATION 1:9-12 Over the past several weeks, we’ve been looking at the seven churches of Asia from Revelation 2-3. Now that we’re done looking at each church individually, we’re going to go backwards. We’re going to look at how John introduced the letters. If you ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Circle Maker 3: Pray Hard Series

Contributed by Mark Batterson on Nov 15, 2011

The Bible is a promise book and a prayer book. And while reading is reactive, prayer is proactive. Reading is the way you get through the Bible. Prayer is the way you get the Bible through you.

Introduction In standardized math tests, Japanese children consistently score higher than their American counterparts. While some assume that a natural proclivity toward mathematics is the primary difference, researchers have discovered that it may have more to do with effort than ability. In one ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trick Or Treat

Contributed by J Bernard Taylor on Nov 18, 2008

Is Halloween itself a trick or a treat? Discover the truth about Halloween.

Trick or Treat Back in October 1988, my wife at that time and I paid a visit to Western Pa. We subsequently moved up there. But we were amazed at all the wild Halloween decorations. You have never seen such decorations as this. There were ghosts. There were goblins. There were pumpkins. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Invaluable Life

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Apr 27, 2009

Having a proper view of the importance of human life will help us make decisions that honor God’s priorities

We have in our bulletin a list of people who are serving in the military. It’s there for us to remember to pray for them, by name. It’s also there as a reminder that we should be thankful for them and their families. Many of them are deployed and serving in Iraq. We’d all love for them to be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

All You Need Is Faith Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 21, 2013

I want to contend with you today that all you need is faith.

All You Need Is Faith Text: Gal. 3:6-14 Introduction 1. Last week I preached on Jimi Hendrix and asked the question "Are You Experienced. This morning I am going to continue that look into old Rock legends and talk about the Beatles. 2. The Beatles once said in a song "all you need is love." Now ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:6-14

Denomination: Methodist

Remember Why!

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 30, 2011

A nation is not saved by the strength of its military nor by the craftiness of its leaders. A nation is only be assured of salvation if it is blessed by God. Our nation used to be focused on God in many things, but that has changed. What can we do to chan

OPEN: The year was 1620. 102 pilgrims were huddled below deck and no hatches open because of continuous storms. All non-essential personnel required to stay below decks; there was the constant crying of small children; there was no chance to cook any meals. The pilgrims spent 7 weeks in an ill-lit, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Master Submission Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Aug 21, 2012

Self-centeredness and the 'me first' attitude permeate our culture. But Paul points us in a different direction.

“Building Quality Relationships: With Christians – Master Submission” Phil. 2:1-11 & Eph. 5:18-21 Michael Hernandez has written a piece called “Property Laws as Viewed by a Toddler.” Included are the following toddler laws: “If I like it, it’s mine. If ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Is The Unforgiveable Sin

Contributed by John Hamby on Oct 10, 2011

There are thousands of people who are terrified that they may have committed the unpardonable sin. This is a shame because the mere fact that they desire to repent is evidence that the Holy Spirit is still working in their lives. I think that part of the

111009 “What Is The Unforgiveable Sin?” Matthew 12:22-32 In this message we are going to deal with a passage that has been more troublesome to many than any other. This passage ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:22-32

Denomination: Baptist

An Obituary Written Too Soon Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 9, 2014

Resurrection, Truth vs. Deception, Life

OBITUARIES – An Obituary Written Too Soon Matthew 27:57-28:7 April 20, 2025 The Burial of Jesus 57 As evening approached, there came a rich man from Arimathea, named Joseph, who had himself become a disciple of Jesus. 58 Going to Pilate, he asked for Jesus’ body, and Pilate ordered ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Believes In Hell

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Apr 15, 2014

Jesus believes in hell... so should we.

Jesus Believes in Hell Matthew 5:29-30 It is an interesting reality that a much higher percentage of people believe in the existence of heaven than believe in the existence of hell. Yet, according to the Bible, hell is just as real as heaven. The Bible clearly and explicitly teaches that hell ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:29-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gospel In Five Words Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on May 2, 2013

The gospel of Jesus Christ is the summary explanation of who he is and what he accomplished for us.In this study we will explore the practical issues surrounding, Redemption, Repentance, Reconciliation, Restoration, and Resurrection. The Five major words

The gospel is exceptionally most important communication of God to man. In Jesus, who is God the Son, The gospel of Jesus Christ is the summary explanation of who he is and what he accomplished for us. The word gospel literally means "good news". It's good news because it's an answer to our basic ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-52

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Mystery Of The Church Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Sep 2, 2012

Believe it or not, Paul was a mystery writer. But not fiction. His mystery was the previously unrevealed truth of the union of Gentile and Jewish believers into the body of Christ, the Church. This sermon examines this earth shattering truth.

The Mystery of the Church Ephesians - Live Like You Really Are Chuck Sligh September 2, 2012 TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Ephesians 3. INTRODUCTION We live in a world of unsolved mysteries. • Being something of a history buff, I’ve always been intrigued by what might have ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Confused Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 26, 2017

Part two of this series focuses on our Power and Authority.

Are You Confused? Part 1 Scriptures: 2 Timothy 3:1-5; Matthew 8:5-10; 2 Corinthians 4:7-18 This is part two of my series, “Are You Confused?” In part one two weeks ago I shared with you the three definitions of the word confused as it relates to your identity as a Christian. This morning I will ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-5, 2 Corinthians 4:7-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hot Buttons Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jan 22, 2018

Say certain things and you will hit people's "hot button" causing them to quickly react emotionally! Preachers in the Bible had a habit of hitting people's hot buttons. When they did, they were presented with a choice between God's way or man's way.

Hot Buttons Series: Acts Chuck Sligh January 21, 2018 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Acts 22:17-24 - "And it came to pass, that, when I was come again to Jerusalem, even while I prayed in the temple, I was in a trance; 18 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:17-24

Denomination: Baptist