Sermons on The Cross Divides:

A Cross Without Blood Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Feb 25, 2007

To accept the salvation of the cross, you must also accept that blood that flowed on the cross. All to often today, churches are preaching the cross, but forgetting about what God’s son had to endure on the cross for them.

85% of all Americans believe that Christ was crucified, resurrected, and living in Heaven. -Less then 1/2 of the 85% say they have a personal relationship with Jesus. Why would they believe, but not want to receive - The church of today is one reason (A Big Reason) - We have watered down ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Hope Through The Cross

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Mar 12, 2007

We call it "Good Friday", but on that Friday when Jesus died seemed anything but good. But with the bad, there came hope.

HOPE THROUGH THE CROSS Area-wide Good Friday Service 2004 A. It is certainly great to see everyone here today for this area-wide combined Good Friday Service. Have you been BLESSED by being here TODAY? COMMENT: Our community has been through a lot lately with the devastating fire that ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Preaching Of The Cross #1 Series

Contributed by David Carter on Mar 14, 2007

Sermon on the Cross

THE PREACHING OF THE CROSS I CORINTHIANS 1:18 - FOR THE PREACHING OF THE CROSS IS TO THEM THAT PERISH FOOLISHNESS; BUT UNTO US WHICH ARE SAVED IT IS THE POWER OF GOD. In Sequoia National Park in California, There is a big tree that stands 275 feet high and is 36 feet in diameter. It is called ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Preaching Of The Cross #2 Series

Contributed by David Carter on Mar 14, 2007

Sermon on the Cross

THE PREACHING OF THE CROSS (2) I CORINTHIANS 1:18 - FOR THE PREACHING OF THE CROSS IS TO THEM THAT PERISH FOOLISHNESS; BUT UNTO US WHICH ARE SAVED IT IS THE POWER OF GOD. THANK GOD FOR THE CROSS BUT PRAISE GOD FOR THE PERSON OF THE CROSS! It is not the cross that makes Jesus special – it is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Take Up The Cross

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Oct 2, 2008

A true follower of Jesus will have no trouble taking up the Cross.

Text: Then He said to them all, “If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow Me” (Luke 9:23). We claim to be Christians which indicates that we follow the “words in red” that are printed in our Bible. The “words in red” are the words spoken by ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-27

Denomination: Christian Church

The Word Of The Cross Is Foolish

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jan 21, 2006

That the Son of God should die on a cross is pure foolishness to many people. But for Christians, it is the sign of the power of God.

The Word of the Cross is Foolish I Corinthians 1:18-31 January 22, 2006 A pastor colleague of mine received a call from a worried mother some time ago. “Pastor, can you come over to talk to my daughter? She’s been acting strange ever since she went away to college. Now she has joined the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Methodist

Taking Up The Cross

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 7, 2006

The importance of ’denying oneself’ and ’taking up the cross.’

TAKING UP THE CROSS MARK 8:27-38 INTRODUCTION... How do you work this thing? There’s the story of a soldier frantically digging in during battle as shells fall all around him. Suddenly his hand feels something metal and he grabs it. It’s a silver cross. Another shell explodes and he buries his ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Cross And The Joy Of Suffering

Contributed by David Scudder on Jan 31, 2011

Last week we focused on the depths of Christ's suffering on the Cross. Today we are going to explore the suffering that you and I face and the connection there is between our suffering and our joy.

Purpose: To describe all the benefits that suffering can produce. Aim: I want the listener to view suffering as a gift from God. INTRODUCTION: Last week we focused on the depths of Christ's suffering on the Cross. Today we are going to explore the suffering that you and I face and the connection ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Which Cross Is Yours

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Dec 6, 2016

To preach this message, I showed the "Three Crosses of Golgotha" and named each cross. The title of the message became the altar call.

• The greatest picture of love ever displayed was when Jesus died on the cross. It was not because of His guilt, it was not the hammer, the nails, the crown, or the abuse that Jesus died, it was His love; it was the love He had for you and me. But never miss this critical part. • He didn’t just ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Baptist

Our Focus The Cross

Contributed by Neil Stich on Aug 3, 2012

The power of Christ's forgiveness is found in His suffering on the Cross. Even as those around Him were mocking Him, He was still filled with compassion for them. Are we any different than those who stood at the foot of the Cross and mocked Jesus? Hi

Our focus the cross Matthew 27: 38 – 43 I’m a people watcher. When traveling, a layover at the Airport is not a point of misery---but an opportunity to observe the differences in people--- the way they look, the way they dress, their fashion statements--- Parents dealing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:38-43

Denomination: Baptist

I Will Glory In The Cross

Contributed by Gary Eller on Nov 8, 2016

Thank God for The Cross

I WILL GLORY IN THE CROSS GALATIANS 6:14 1. THE CROSS REPRESENTS CONDEMNATION: Romans 5:17-21 (NKJV) 17 For if by the one man's offense death reigned through the one, much more those who receive abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness will reign in life through the One, Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:14

Denomination: *other

What Happened On The Cross? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Aug 27, 2012

What exactly happened on the cross of Jesus Christ? What did it mean then and what does it mean to me now? Is is just a mascot, a symbol, or something much much more?

So what happened on the cross? Why is this THE seminal moment of Christianity? Many of us accept the reality of the cross without understanding why it matters. The cross, in its simplest terms, was a substitution. Back in the Garden of Eden, mankind rebelled against God and decided to be god ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:21-41

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Cross: The Symbol Of Love

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Nov 16, 2024

This sermon explores the meaning of the Cross. In ancient times, the Cross is a symbol of shame and death. For Christians, however, it is a symbol of love.

Scripture: John 3:16 - "For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Introduction: The Cross as a Paradox The cross, in ancient times, was a symbol of shame and death. Yet, for ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And Reflect On The Cross Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 24, 2025

Matthew 27:25 is a passage that carries both profound weight and incredible significance.

Go! And Reflect on the Cross Introduction Today, as we continue our journey through the Word of God, we approach a passage that carries both profound weight and incredible significance. Our key text is Matthew 27:25 (NLT): "And all the people yelled back, 'We will take responsibility for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:25, Romans 3:23, Isaiah 53:5, 2 Corinthians 5:21, John 3:16, Romans 5:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Old Rugged Cross

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 31, 2025

The cross is the central symbol of the Christian faith. It represents the greatest sacrifice ever made—Jesus Christ laying down His life for the salvation of mankind.

THE OLD RUGGED CROSS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 6:14 "But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world is crucified unto me, and I unto the world." Supporting Texts: Isaiah 53:5, 1 Corinthians 1:18, Colossians 2:14, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:14, Isaiah 53:5, 1 Corinthians 1:18, Colossians 2:14, Philippians 2:8, 1 Peter 2:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God