Sermons on The Cross Divides:

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

The Contrary Is Crossed Out

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 13, 2023

Do not stumble upon what He has taken away.

Col 2:13 And you, being dead in your sins and the uncircumcision of your flesh, hath he quickened together with him, having forgiven you all trespasses; 14 Blotting out the handwriting of ordinances that was against us, which was contrary to us, and took it out of the way, nailing it to his ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus And The Cross In Mark Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on May 15, 2023

Jesus endured the cross, despising the shame (Hebrews 12:2) He surrendered his mortal body according to John 10:18, Just as he said: “No one takes [my life] away from me, but I lay it down of my own free will...” The cross is not a religious symbol but an instrument of death.

Mark 15:34-37 Jesus and the Cross in Mark Introduction: According to Mark, the "theology of the cross" (theologia crucis) is the only way to achieve glory by way of rejection and the cross as explained in the divine parabola in Philippians 2:5 by Apostle Paul. Mark is silent about the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:34-37

Denomination: Methodist

Miracle Of The Jordan Crossing

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 10, 2024

To see the Jordan water pile up behind an invisible dam for 20 miles with 808 million gallons & the river bed dry-up for 4 miles while 2.5 million crossed over - what a miracle!

MIRACLE OF THE JORDAN CROSSING Joshua 3:3-17; 4:6 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: 10 Bible Questions 1. Which Bible character was super-fit? Absalom. 2. What did Adam say when he was asked his favorite holiday? "It's Christmas, Eve." 3. What do you call a Bible character who just ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Cry From The Cross

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 12, 2025

At Calvary Jesus drank the full cup of God’s wrath and endured the ultimate loneliness so that we can be forgiven, never forsaken, and live in unshakable peace.

Introduction – Point Me to the Cross A little girl was lost on her way home. A policeman asked, “Can I help you?” She replied, “Just point me to the cross and I’ll find my way home.” Her house stood beside a church with a great cross. All heaven is interested in the cross of Christ. All the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:27-54, 1 Corinthians 1:18

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Cross Marks The Spot

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 7, 2025

At Calvary, heaven’s greatest treasure was revealed — where justice and mercy meet, sin is broken, and every seeker finds redemption through Christ’s cross.

INTRODUCTION — THE TREASURE WE’VE BEEN LOOKING FOR Every child dreams of buried treasure. We’ve all seen the movies — a worn map, a red “X,” a promise whispered through time: “Somewhere out there, something precious is waiting to be found.” But what if I told you that the greatest treasure in the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:5, Romans 6:23, Luke 23:42-43, 1 Corinthians 1:23, Colossians 2:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Cross: The Way To Servanthood PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

The main point of this sermon is to understand the cross as a ransom for all, a call to servanthood, and a model for our lives, emphasizing the importance of selfless service and sacrifice in following Jesus.

Good morning, family. Today we’re going to dive deep into a passage from Mark. It’s a passage that highlights three profound aspects of the cross: The Cross as a Ransom for All, The Cross as a Call to Servanthood, and The Cross as a Model for our Lives. Let's read together from Mark 10:32-45. "They ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-45

Topics: Jesus, Cross, Relationship

Justice And Mercy At The Cross PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 16, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of forgiveness, mercy, and justice, as exemplified by Jesus' plea during his crucifixion in Luke 23:34.

Good morning, beloved family. I am so glad you've chosen to join us today. As we gather in this sacred space, I can't help but feel the warmth of God's love radiating from each and every one of you. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment, called together to delve into the depths of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Topics: Forgiveness

Taking Up The Cross PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 21, 2024

Explores understanding our divine purpose, following Jesus' path, and finding strength in adversity through faith and the teachings of the Gospel.

Good morning, dear friends. It's a pleasure to stand before you today, not as a stranger but as a fellow traveler, walking this path of faith alongside you. As we gather together in this sacred space, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a profound understanding - an understanding of our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Topics: Carrying Cross

Psalm 13 - He Has Been Good To Me Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Aug 12, 2022

This sermon divides Psalm 13 into three parts: Complaint, Request, and Trust and explores how these three areas and this entire Psalm might serve as a life template for Christians today.

Good morning. If you have your Bibles, please open up to Psalm 13:1. As you may know if you were here last week, we are looking at the Psalms through the summer. We are not going to cover all 150 Psalms. We are going to cover about 12 of them. The thing that is nice about the Psalms is that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6

Denomination: Christian Church

The Beast Enemy - In - A - Me

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Apr 26, 2001

THIS IS A SERMON THAT ADDRESSES THE ISSUES OF FORNICATION AND ADULTERY THAT WE SO READILY ACCEPT AMONGST OUR BELIEVERS,FURTHERMORE, WE ALLOW THESE INDIVISUALS TO HOLD OFFICES IN OUR CHURCHES WITH NO DISCIPLINE FOR THEIR LIFESTYLES.

THE BEAST ENEMY IN - A - ME THROUGH THIS GOD GIVEN MESSAGE I WANT TO SHOW HOW PAUL IS WRITING THIS EPISTLE OF CHRISTIAN FREEDOM TO A PEOPLE WHO WERE WILLING TO GIVE UP THE PRICELESS LIBERTY THEY POSESSED IN CHRIST FOR A LIE . PAUL WRITES THIS EPISTLE IN A TIMELY MANNER BECAUSE THE CHURCH ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:19, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon # 13 - The Way Of The Cross Part 2 - Standing Around The Cross Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 10, 2025

Around the cross of Jesus were many people and it is interesting to note how each of them responded to the Savior’s cruel death. We must examine ourselves too to make sure that we truly understand and value what the Loving Lord Jesus did for us on our behalf on the cross of Calvary.

We read in John 19:17-18, He went out, carrying his cross, and came to "The Place of the Skull," as it is called. (In Hebrew it is called "Golgotha.") There they crucified him; and they also crucified two other men, one on each side, with Jesus between them. (GNB) That day when ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1, Psalm 63:1-2, John 19:23-24, Matthew 5:6, John 19:19-22, Mark 15:29-31, Romans 2:24, Proverbs 10:19, Matthew 27:38, Luke 23:42-43, John 19:17-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Lesson 23: Hermeneutical Preaching Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 30, 2018

Teaching by example how to rightly interpret Holy Scripture

Lesson Goal I hope to eradicate or greatly diminish bad biblical interpretation in churches. To arm both preacher and congregation against the shoddy Scriptural analysis of many in the Christian market place. Let's teach the church how to rightly divide the word of truth (2 Timothy 2:15). Lesson ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Patriarchs Those Sins That Plague Us Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Aug 23, 2016

The Patriarchs Those Sins that Plague us Genesis 21 David Taylor June 19, 2016

The Patriarchs Those Sins that Plague us Genesis 21 David Taylor June 19, 2016 Two themes run through Genesis. The first is the mission of rescuing the nations from their sinfulness and the promise of a deliverer, the Messiah. This comes into focus when God chooses Abraham to be the one through ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Concerns From The Cross-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 19, 2011

2 of 2. As Jesus hung on the cross, He voiced concerns of great significance. At the juncture of life & death, our greatest concerns are prioritized. What are significant concerns for Jesus? 6 Significant Concerns of Jesus from the Cross.

CONCERNS From The CROSS-II Mat. 27:33-54; Mk. 15:21-39; Lk. 23:33-49; Jn. 19:17-30 MATTERS of GREATEST SIGNIFICANCE Significant Concerns of Jesus As Jesus hung on the cross, He voiced particularly important concerns. At the juncture of life & death, matters of greatest significance become our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:46-50

Denomination: Baptist