Sermons on The Cross Divides:

The Way Of The Cross Pt I Series

Contributed by Samuel Stephens on Mar 8, 2009

The gift of the cross, and the way to the cross so that we might recieve the gift!

The Way of the Cross Matthew 10:38 And he that taketh not his cross, and followeth after me, is not worthy of me. Matthew 16:24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. 1 Corinthians 1:18 For the preaching ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What Will You Do With The Cross? Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 19, 2008

• Growing up I saw different perspectives of the cross of Christ. • For certain denominations it was a kind of fascination and looked up to be an idol. • Many wore miniatures of it as earring, finger rings, around their neck and even some around their w

Illustration: • Growing up I saw different perspectives of the cross of Christ. • For certain denominations it was a kind of fascination and looked up to be an idol. • Many wore miniatures of it as earring, finger rings, around their neck and even some around their waists. Used in fashion and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Resurrection: From The Cross To The Throne

Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on Mar 20, 2008

This message looks at what took place during the three days that Jesus was dead and the importance of the Resurrection afterwards.

RESURRECTION: From the Cross to the Throne Eph 4:7-10; Luke 16:19-31 (KJV) Today I want to preach my Easter message in which we celebrate a risen Savior But we are not just celebrating a historical event, when we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus we are celebrating one of a series of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

What The Cross Is Teaching Us

Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Apr 2, 2011

Although Christmas is the most celebrated Christian holiday, Easter is by far the most important event in the life of Christ, for He came to die for the sins of mankind, be buried and rise again on the third day for our justification. This is the Gospel

Mayor Gerardo Balmori The Salvation Army Although Christmas is the most celebrated Christian holiday, Easter is by far the most important event in the life of Christ, for He came to die for the sins of mankind, be buried and rise again on the third day for our justification. This is the Gospel ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:26-31

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Cross- The Love Of God Demonstrated Series

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Apr 18, 2011

The greatest demonstration of the love of God is seen on the Cross

Title: The Cross – The Love of God demonstrated Text: Romans 5:6-8 Introduction Last week we started a series of 3 messages on the Cross of Christ. Last week in the first message we saw how the Cross of Christ satisfies the wrath of God. “He was pierced for our transgressions, he ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Cross Carrier (Simon Of Cyrene) Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Apr 19, 2011

#3 in series, about Simon of Cyrene, and about how we all need to carry our own crosses.

Mark 15:21-24 – Were You There? #3 – Cross Carrier (Simon of Cyrene) The name Simon is fairly common in the New Testament. The name means, “God has heard”, and it’s a fairly noble idea. There was Simon the Zealot, one of Jesus’ disciples. One of the brothers of Jesus, son of both Mary and Joseph, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross Has Two Beams

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Sep 4, 2009

Ordinary Proper 18: What is the relationship between saving faith and works of righteousness? Sometimes an inability to distinguish can create confusion. But we look to Saint James to answer the question!

There are vocations that endeavor to deal in certainty. Take engineering: I’m not certain that I would feel comfortable driving over a bridge designed by a person who simply ‘felt’ that their design would have integrity. I want somebody who will crunch the numbers and who understands beam and ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Candle And Cradle, Curse And Cross

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 6, 2009

Every positive experience has its negative side. Jesus’ coming was threatening to many, and His birth foreshadows a cross. The light of Christ, however, will never be put out.

Dr. Seuss knew that every Christmas has a Grinch. Every positive experience, it would seem, has a dark side, a negative side. Every Christmas has a Grinch to steal away its joy. Maybe you are one of those people, and there are quite a few of them, who just get tired of the whole murky business ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross Sets Us Free Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Feb 28, 2010

Why are we taking four weeks to study the Cross of Christ? Have you ever used Google Maps? You can see the map using a street view, satellite view or the regular map with lines and street names. All three are of the same area, but it gets confusing to loo

Purpose: To explain the impact the Cross has on our lives. Aim: I want the listener to see himself as a possession of Jesus Christ. INTRODUCTION: Why are we taking four weeks to study the Cross of Christ? Have you ever used Google Maps? You can see the map using a street view, satellite view or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus - Confession, Cross & Challenge

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 24, 2010

Jesus - Confession, Cross & Challenge (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Mark chapter 8 verses 27- chapter 9 verse 1. Ill: • The Duke of Wellington is best remembered; • As the general who defeated Napoleon at Waterloo on Sunday 18th June 1815. • During his earlier service in India, • Wellington was in charge of negotiations after the battle of Assaye. ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Following Christ To The Cross And Resurrection

Contributed by Richard Futrell on Nov 24, 2010

Where then can we turn when our possessions do not satisfy, our politicians fail us, our presents get old, and passions whither into pain? Where can we turn? We can turn only to the God of our salvation.

Intro They are nearly gone. The leaves, that is. Rich in the green of spring, they are even more stunning in autumn: gold, auburn, red as if on fire. Then follows the falling leaves and the blowing wind. Finally, only the muted-brown pallor of death remains. This death is followed by cold, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Word Of Salvation: Thief On The Cross

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2010

Word of Salvation: Thief on the Cross. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Luke chapter 23 verses 32-43. Ill: • When evangelist John Wesley (1703-1791) was returning home from a service one night, • He was robbed. • The thief must have been disappointed; • Because his victim had only a little money and some Christian literature. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Brethren

Christians Count The Cost Of The Cross

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 13, 2009

Pentecost 16 (C) - Christians count the cost of the cross. This price takes sacrifice. Christ makes the sacrifice.

CHRISTIANS COUNT THE COST OF THE CROSS (Outline) September 20, 2009 -- PENTECOST 16 -- Luke 14:25-33 INTRO: At the center of the life of a Christian is Christ. At the center of the life of Christ is the cross. Today the cross is still considered by some only an instrument of extreme ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Lutheran

Christ's Words From The Cross Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Apr 2, 2010

On this Good Friday, we are going to meditate upon Christ’s Words from the Cross, with the prayer that they will reveal to us something of the amazing grace of our Lord Jesus.

GOOD FRIDAY - CHRIST’S WORDS FROM THE CROSS (April 2010 – Beausejour Church – Pastor Chris Jordan) BACKGROUND TO THE CRUCIFIXION: “26 Then he released Barabbas to them; and when Pilate had scourged Jesus, he delivered Him to be crucified. 27 Then the soldiers of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:26-33

Denomination: *other

One More River To Cross

Contributed by James May on May 2, 2010

We will all face our Jordan River. The story of Israel's crossing will help us be prepared.

One More River to Cross Sunday, May 02, 2010 – AM By Pastor James May There’s an old song that goes like this: I’ve had a lot troubles and trials in my little life span, When I’m standing alone and the battle gets hot I’m always doing the best I can, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible