Sermons on The Cross Divides:

Cries From The Cross - Cry Of Suffering Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2010

Cries From The Cross - Cry of Suffering (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: John chapter 19 verses 28-30. In this series of studies: • We are considering the seven statements of Jesus from the cross: • These statements are very important to us: • Not only because of the Person who spoke them; • But, also because of the place where ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-30

Denomination: Brethren

You've Crossed Over To Life

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Nov 16, 2009

What does Jesus mean when he talks about crossing over? When does it happen? How does it happen? What difference does it make? Parts: A. Keep listening to the Son’s voice. B. Keep anticipating the resurrection

Text: John 5:24-29 Theme: You’ve Crossed Over to Life A. Keep listening to the Son’s voice B. Keep anticipating the resurrection Season: End Times 3: Saints Triumphant Date: November 15, 2009 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/You_ve-Crossed-Over-to-Life-John5_24-29.html Grace ...read more

Scripture: John 5:24-29

Denomination: Lutheran

The Cross, The Grave, The Resurrection - He Is Alive! Series

Contributed by V. Wayne Malone, Sr. on Apr 6, 2010

God used the cross and the grave and took them from horrible to the most positive things that ever happened in human history.

The Cross, The Grave, The Resurrection HE IS ALIVE! 1 Corinthians 15:1-8, Romans 6:4-9 INTRODUCTION First Corinthians is Paul’s letter to the church at Corinth. The church had been founded and established during Paul’s second missionary journey, and he is writing this letter to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Jesus Crosses Your Path

Contributed by Allan Quak on Jan 15, 2010

There are many times when we feel like outcasts - on those occasions Jesus, who is also an outcast, crosses our path and brings us hope.

What happens when Jesus crosses your path? Well anything can happen can’t it. When Jesus crossed Peter’s path Peter went from an unschooled fisherman to a disciple. When Jesus crossed Matthew’s path Matthew went from hated tax collector to well-loved Gospel writer. When Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

What The Cross Says About Me Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Jan 18, 2010

This message is the next in my expository series through Romans.

“What the Cross Says About Me” Romans 5:6-11 December 14, 2008 I am not a sinner. Is that most arrogant thing you’ve ever heard? It would be if it were not…true! I am not a sinner! Would you hold that thought for a bit later? We have just looked at ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Why Did The Chicken Cross The Road?

Contributed by Daniel Sandoval on Oct 17, 2010

The famous joke for children, explained biblically. This is the story of the good Samaritan with emphasis on the two men who didn't help the man in need.

Turn with me in your bibles to Luke chapter 10. Many of you have heard multiple times the story of the good Samaritan and think that because you have heard it so many times you can't get much out of it. I want to look at this story in a completely different light so you can get something out of ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

To Be Missional Is To Be On Mission By ‘bearing One's Cross'

Contributed by Jim Kane on May 18, 2009

Third and final sermon in the second part of an initial 2009 series, ‘2 Things 2 B in 09’

Language is an interesting thing. It changes with new words added each year to our lexicon and old ones falling out of favor. It also means that the meanings of words change and some are used as either as a verb or a noun. (Slide 1) For example, we when say ‘ADdress’ we mean a specific location ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-37

Denomination: Church Of God

How Do You View The Cross?

Contributed by Allan Kircher on May 31, 2009

You may be have been foolish at the cross by the mockery of your life and lips and your actions. These people get so close to the cross but choose to deny the blood it shed.

How do you view the Cross? It is the grandest single chapter in the entire Bible. And at the center of the Christian faith stands the resurrection of Jesus Christ. We sometimes think that Easter should be celebrated only once a year. But actually every Sunday—the first day of each ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

# 1 Of 7 The Judgment Of Sin On The Cross Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Nov 8, 2008

#1-{the judgment of sin,} this took place on the cross of Christ.

# 1- THE SEVEN JUDGMENTS JOHN 5:22-23 7-26-08 Today we’ll began a study on the 7 judgments we find in the Bible. Many of the lost people think that there’s only one judgment, “if there’s any judgment at all”. And others might think that when they die that God will ...read more

Scripture: John 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Close To The Cross, But Far From The Blood

Contributed by Jeremy Morford on Mar 15, 2008

Four Soldiers were at the foot of the cross, but they were not repenting, but gambling! Why? Because they were distracted by Duty, Desires, and Deception.

Intro: Easter is coming earlier this year and I have been thinking about the cross. This morning, I would like to look at four men whose names we are not given. They are the four soldiers that gambled for Jesus’ clothes. One of the mysteries of the crucifixion is that there were so many who ...read more

Scripture: John 19:23-24

Denomination: Holiness

All Disciples Rely On The Way Of The Cross

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Mar 24, 2008

A sermon that accompanies the Good Friday service, the way of the cross. It encourages us to see that the cross is necessary for our future and it is the way for all Christians.

Many people encounter difficulties in their life, but how many of us are prepared to constantly encounter difficulties so others can benefit, which might cost us something and where we might lose something? One day a fireman, attending a blaze heard that there was a little baby still in a blazing ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

What Does The Cross Mean To You?

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 16, 2009

This message was given to a four church community service on Good Friday.

What does the cross mean to you? Luke 23:32-43 Disclaimer: This sermon came from ideas from Sermon Central and my own private study of the Word. Introduction- Walk quickly through the holy week events. What is the most common religious ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Nazarene

The Cross Of Christ Is But A Symbol Of Our Faith

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Mar 21, 2009

The cross is but a symbol of the death of Christ for our redemption. Let us not turn the cross into an idol.

4th Sunday in Lent, March 22, 2009 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, as we move through this season of Lent, and closer to our celebration of your Son’s passion, help us to gain a deeper ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21

Denomination: Lutheran

The Seven Last Words Of Jesus On The Cross

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Mar 25, 2024

The last words said by a person who is about to die can show what their main concerns are and what their character is like. From what Jesus said at the end of His life, we can see His character, mission, and concerns.

Intro: The last words said by a person who is about to die can show what their main concerns are and what their character is like. For example, there was a shop owner who was lying in his bed, and he almost died. His wife and children were around him. With his eyes closed, he said their names: Mey ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-34, Luke 6:27-29, Luke 23:39-43, Luke 19:10, John 19:25-27, Matthew 9:36, Matthew 27:45-46, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Hebrews 4:15, John 19:30, Luke 23:44-46  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Abc - The Building Blocks Of Faith - Cross Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Apr 8, 2024

The cross is our symbol to die self and carry his love and peace into the world until he comes again or we perish.

Today we continue our series entitled, The ABC’s of faith. The larger idea is based on the idea that we learn over time through an exploration process of success and failure. Everything we come to know and understand is built over time on the foundation of trial and error. We learned last week, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-14, Luke 19:28-44, Luke 19:41-44, John 3:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational