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  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    The Superiority Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 17, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 12,313 views

    Only those who accept the cross of Christ as the payment for their sins will receive eternal salvation.

    The Superiority Of The Cross Text: Heb. 9:11-28 Introduction 1. "In the Cross is salvation; in the Cross is life; in the Cross is protection against our enemies; in the Cross is infusion of heavenly sweetness; in the Cross is strength of mind; in the Cross is joy of spirit; in the Cross is ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Manger And The Cross Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Dec 9, 2016
     | 6,987 views

    Jesus, God's Plan & Gift, Sacrifice, Love

    THE REAL CHRISTMAS STORY - The Manger and the Cross Colossians 1:15-23 (p. 821) December 18, 2016 Introduction: “The son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation.” The word for firstborn here doesn’t mean Jesus was a created ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Love On The Cross Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 5, 2025
     | 365 views

    As Jesus stood trial before Pontius Pilate, Pilate had the opportunity to do the right thing, but his fear kept him from doing that. Had he been motivated by love instead, he could have stood.

    Love on the Cross Text: John 19:1-16 Before we dig in to our message today, let me just remind you of what’s happened so far. Jesus was betrayed by Judas and arrested in the Garden of Gethsemane. He was taken before Annas and Caiaphas, the Jewish religious leaders and charged with blasphemy. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Necessity Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Mar 29, 2025
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     | 542 views

    Jesus is the key - the only key - which can release us from our imprisonment to sin.

    THE NECESSITY OF THE CROSS Charles Wesley was born in 1707. He was the 18th child! His parents had one more child after him. If it was today, the Wesleys would have been in the news! 19 children is exceptional. Charles Wesley’s father, Samuel Wesley, was the rector of the local church. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kent Lenard avatar

    Moments At The Cross

    Contributed by Kent Lenard on Apr 13, 2003
    based on 16 ratings
     | 2,836 views

    This sermon deals with the need for Christians to take the things that create problems in their relationshhip with God the Cross and leave them there.

    Moments at the Cross Rom 11:27, 1 John 1:9, 1 Cor 13:5, Col 3:13, Rom 8:32, John 14:1-3 April 8, 2003 I. In the last few weeks I have taken us to the Cross several times to look at the different articles that are have something to do with Jesus’ death. A. We have looked at the spit of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Thomas McCracken avatar

    Near The Cross

    Contributed by Thomas Mccracken on Apr 12, 2012
    based on 10 ratings
     | 10,536 views

    According to statistics, revealed by Christianity Today, 85 percent of our country claims to be near the cross, classifiying themselves as Christian. But, being near cross may not be enough. This sermon will focus on three groups of people that were nea

    Near the Cross John 14:19 Introduction: Our culture is saturated with marketing that attaches a jingle, catch phrase, or symbol to a product so that we, the consumer, make a connection by sound or sight and become loyal to a brand or company. Here are some jingle examples, please finish them if ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Burdette avatar

    The Manager And The Cross Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on May 2, 2012
     | 5,560 views

    God's Plan, Jesus power and obedience, salvation

    THE MANGER AND THE CROSS Col. 1:15-23 (p833) Dec. 19, 2010 INTRODUCTION: "A Baby born in Bethleham His hands, soft and gently curled But held within their dimples grasp The hope of the whole world" We've been seeking to answer the important question what does Christmas really mean? It ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    Crossing The Threshold

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 26, 2018
     | 10,847 views

    Will we plan on crossing the threshold as we move into 2019? Will we follow God's plan?

    Crossing the Threshold December 30, 2018 Numbers 14:1-12 If we were all to be really honest, we all have fears and phobias. What one person fears, another may laugh at. For example, I have a fear of heights. And I’m not overly fond of snakes and spiders. Most people have something which gets ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Leighton (Lee) Vary avatar

    The Road To The Cross Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Jun 23, 2016
     | 6,469 views

    Matthew records the events leading up to the crucifixion. Jesus prophecy, and the actions of the religious elite.

    I. Introduction A. The outline for this message came from “The Preacher’s Outline and Sermon Bible’” by Leadership Ministries Worldwide B. Lets begin by turning to Matthew 26:1 - 5 Matthew 26:1-5 (NKJV) Now it came to pass, when Jesus had finished all these sayings, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Soldiers Of The Cross

    Contributed by Jeffery Richards on Nov 9, 2001
    based on 129 ratings
     | 19,011 views

    A sermon for Vetran’s Day or any other day. A focus on what it takes to be a good soldier of the Cross.

    SOLDIERS OF THE CROSS II Timothy 2:1-5 We could ask any of these veterans that have served their country well to speak about self-sacrifice. This brief acknowledgment service and giving of pens is our way of saying thank you. But I realize that it does not come close to saying it well enough. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Crook At The Cross

    Contributed by Bishop Talbert Swan on Mar 28, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 13,744 views

    The power of Jesus to save is manifested through the redemption of a convicted thief.

    A CROOK AT THE CROSS Luke 23:43 “Today shalt thou be with me in paradise.” Title: “Crook at the Cross” 1. Jesus talks about heaven in Matthew 13 utilizing 7 different scenarios. a. Matt. 13:24 – Wheat and Tares – grow together b. Matt. 13:31 – Mustard ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    Freedom's Cross Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 27, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,602 views

    If we want to be free from the pressure to perform, we cannot seek to impress others with ourselves. Instead, we must be impressed only with what Christ did for us on the cross.

    Freedom’s Cross (Galatians 6:11-18) Once upon a time an old man and his son were on their way to market. The old man was leading a donkey and the boy was walking behind when they went through the first village. There, the people called the old man a fool for not riding the donkey. So he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    The Psalm Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 28, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,224 views

    Here we see Jesus: 1. Wondering about injustice (1-3). 2. In a wondrous relationship with the Father (9-10). 3. Willing to suffer (4-8 & 11-18). 4. Winning the victory (19-22). 5. Worthy of our praise (23-26). 6. Ruling the world forever (27-31).

    Summer Psalms #2 - The Psalm of the Cross Psalm 22:1-31 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - June 3, 2009 (Revised for Grayson Baptist Church - Oct. 16, 2011) *Charles Spurgeon tells us that “this is beyond all others The Psalm of the Cross. It may have been actually repeated word ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Eloy Gonzalez avatar

    Of Snakes And Crosses

    Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Apr 2, 2003
    based on 284 ratings
     | 39,185 views

    Lent 4: The Lord has prescribed the method whereby we must be saved. It might seem odd - maybe crazy - like gazing at a snake on a pole... or a Savior on a Cross.

    Folks were fussing and griping. They were angry and upset and - as is almost always the case under these circumstances - they began to criticize. Soon the words became heated. The harshness of the comments spoken was only thinly veiled. The angry words spoken were like painful, barbed darts – ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Crisis Of The Cross

    Contributed by John White on Mar 25, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 7,546 views

    A look at the implications of the actions of some of those who participated in the crucifixion drama.

    THE CRISIS OF THE CROSS Matthew Chapter Twenty-Seven The life and ministry of Jesus Christ might be summed up with one simple statement, "He set His face toward Calvary." He was truly born to die. Not as men die, but to die a complete and vicarious death; physically, mentally, emotionally, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist