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    Crossing Over With Joy, Not Burdens Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 27, 2025
     | 204 views

    An exhortation to enter the new year with a heart full of joy, leaving behind regrets, burdens, and disappointments, in order to embrace God’s strength and favour.

    CROSSING OVER WITH JOY, NOT BURDENS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Nehemiah 8:10 Key Verse: “Then he said unto them, Go your way, eat the fat, and drink the sweet, and send portions unto them for whom nothing is prepared: for this day is holy unto our Lord: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Crossing Over To A Greater Tomorrow Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 28, 2025
     | 335 views

    God is calling His people to move forward in faith, leaving the past behind and stepping into a divinely prepared future of increase and fulfillment.

    CROSSING OVER TO A GREATER TOMORROW By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 43:19 Key Verse: “Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert.” (Isaiah 43:19) Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 30:19; ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    What Is The Purpose Of Preaching The Cross?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Sep 8, 2025
     | 151 views

    The Lord gives us what we need to do His Will. It is not of ourselves.

    What is the Purpose of Preaching the Cross? Acts 3:12-26 It is not our words, it is not our strength, nor is it our own person that has any power in the work that we do for Christ. But it is the power of God through Christ that we are enabled to do what we do and how we do it. The sermon that ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Multiple Meanings Of The Cross Of Christ

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 10, 2025
     | 235 views

    The cross you may be wearing means a great deal more than even many Christians understand.

    Solemnity of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross 2025 In every Christian assembly I’ve attended, I have noticed a number of folks in the congregation wearing jewelry in the shape of a cross, usually simple silver or gold, but sometimes more intricate. On occasion I’ve seen images of Jesus hanging on ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Take Up Your Cross Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,800 views

    Jesus calls us to take up our cross, which means embracing the pain, loneliness, and partnership that comes with following Him. The journey may be difficult, but the reward is worth it.

    Today, we're gonna talk about something taking up our crosses, and I've got a cool object lesson to help us understand it better. But first, let's dive into the message. You know, life can be pretty hard sometimes, right? Jesus actually told us that we'd face some tough times. Check out what He ...read more

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    Your Cross Has Arrived

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jun 4, 2025
     | 144 views

    Lent is a the 40 days, (not counting Sundays) from Ash Wednesday till Easter.

    Your Cross Has Arrived “Then he called the crowd to him along with his disciples and said: “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.” Mark 8:34 Intro: This week we celebrated Ash Wednesday, the beginning of the season of Lent. Lent is a the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Crossing Over - Transformation Sunday PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 24, 2024
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     | 933 views

    Explores our spiritual journey as Christians, emphasizing transformation, pursuit of truth, and overcoming trials through faith in Jesus Christ.

    Welcome, beloved congregation, to this uplifting gathering where we come together as one body in Christ, united by our shared faith and love for our Lord and Savior. We are here to fellowship, to learn, to grow, and to be transformed by the Word of God. As we gather here today, let us remember that ...read more

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    Take Up Your Cross PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 20, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,180 views

    Explores the depth of commitment to Christ, emphasizing self-denial, divine direction, and determined discipleship as paths to true life.

    Beloved congregation, I stand before you today, warmed by the familiar faces of my brothers and sisters in Christ, and I am filled with a profound sense of joy and anticipation. We are gathered here, united in faith, bound by love, and driven by a shared desire to draw closer to our Heavenly ...read more

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    The Two Crosses In The New Testament PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 14, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 594 views

    This sermon explores the transformative power of self-denial, sacrifice, and surrender in following Christ, leading to true life and salvation.

    Welcome, beloved friends and family, to this sacred space where we gather together in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. We come together with hearts open wide, eager to receive the divine wisdom that God has lovingly prepared for us. Today, we will be embracing an enlightening discussion that ...read more

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    Life Begins At The Cross Of Christ PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,089 views

    This sermon explores the significance of Christ's crucifixion, emphasizing its role in human redemption and the transformative power of suffering through divine grace.

    Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. Isn't it a blessing to be gathered here today, in the presence of our Creator, our Redeemer, our Sustainer? We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here to honor Him, to learn from Him, and to be transformed by His word. ...read more

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    The Unexpected Gift At The Foot Of The Cross

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Oct 25, 2022
     | 1,257 views

    A sermon for the Sunday following Pentecost, Year C, Lectionary 30

    October 23, 2022 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Luke 18:9-14 The Unexpected Gift at the Foot of the Cross Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. What are the fibers binding groups together? It depends on the group. • For ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "Last At The Cross, First At The Tomb”

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Apr 12, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,472 views

    Easter is not about us. Easter is not about our new Easter clothes. Easter is about hope. Easter is knowing that death on this earth is not the end of life. Your soul, your spirit, was created by God to live forever. Includes a quote from Mel Gibson's Pasion of the Christ.

    In Jesus Holy Name April 17,2022 Text: Matthew 27:66-28:1-3,5 Redeemer “Last at the Cross, First at the Tomb” Easter is a wonderful celebration. I’m so glad you are here this morning to enjoy the experience of Easter worship. The spring flowers bloom in the sunshine. There is ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Cross Gives Us Endurance Series

    Contributed by Mike Lewis on Dec 27, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,663 views

    How much would you endure when times are bleak? When the world around us is falling in, what does it take to keep going? What or who gives you endurance to keep going?

    WELCOME & INTRODUCTION SURVIVAL STORIES – HAVE A NICE FALL In November 2019, Ryan Cairnes did a few things right and a few things wrong when he went rock climbing in Washington’s Cannon Mountains. His first mistake—even though he’s an experienced climber with sturdy gear—was going to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Cross We Take Up Series

    Contributed by Mike Lewis on Dec 27, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,435 views

    These men had taken up their cross to follow Jesus. And that is the title of our sermon this morning. The Cross We Take Up.

    WELCOME & INTRODUCTION THROUGH THE GATES OF SPLENDOR It was the summer of 1950 when Jim Elliot learned of the Auca Indians and many of the Quichua tribes living throughout the jungles of Ecuador. He was asked to consider a calling to preach the Gospel to these people. After learning their ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus Accepts His Cross Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 12, 2022
     | 1,747 views

    Jesus took up His cross willingly. Shall we?

    Jesus Accepts His Cross (Those of us who have had the privilege and honor of a pilgrimage to the Holy Land always make Jerusalem part of the holy time. There, although the Jewish Temple has been replaced by a grand mosque, we can see the very places we read about in the New Testament, the actions ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic