Sermons on The Cross Of Jesus Christ:

The Wisdom Of The Cross

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 12, 2005

Paul explains in these verses how some have come to reject the world’s opinion of the cross and see in it the wisdom of God.

These verses are a continuation of the argument Paul began in 1:18: “The message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.” Paul is still talking about the cross in chapter 2. This fact is essential to a proper understanding of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

It Was Not A Pretty Cross

Contributed by Eric Smith on May 15, 2005

21st century Christians have made the cross into a showpiece of artwork, but the cross that Jesus died on was never intended to be a showpiece, or fine art.

It Was Not A Pretty Cross Rev. Eric D. Smith Matt 27:22-35 22 Pilate saith unto them, What shall I do then with Jesus which is called Christ? They all say unto him, Let him be crucified. 23 And the governor said, Why, what evil hath he done? But they cried out the more, saying, Let him be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:22-35

Denomination: Apostolic

The Pain Of The Cross

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on May 29, 2003

Four aspects of Jesus’ pain on the cross.

Matthew 26:36-38 The Pain of the Cross INTRODUCTION In his book titled, Systematic Theology, writer Wayne Grudem outlines four aspects of Jesus’ pain on the cross that I would like to share with you today. I want us to turn our hearts and thoughts to the sacrifice that Jesus made for each of us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-38, 1 Corinthians 11:23-36

Denomination: Baptist

Hearing The Cross

Contributed by Damien Spikereit on Mar 20, 2002

A look at the words spoken during the final week of Jesus’ life.

Move #1: Introduction - Every year, Ozark Christian College puts together an Easter program that’s filled with drama and music highlighting the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ. And for several years in a row, I was a part of the production. Not as a singer! But as one of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of The Cross Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Jan 17, 2003

This sermon contrasts the misunderstandings many have of the cross with the true meaning and power of the cross.

1 Corinthians The Power of the Cross 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 January 19, 2003 Intro: A. The Bible refers to the power of Jesus when it says that He is seated at God’s right hand. 1. [The Left Hand of God.] The story is told of a little girl and her mom discussing the morning Sunday school ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Near The Cross

Contributed by Mike Turner on Mar 19, 2005

Near The Cross........a message dealing with those who stood near the cross, and how their lives were touched by the Lord.

Near The Cross John 19:23-30 Jesus, keep me near the cross, There a precious fountain Free to all, a healing stream Flows from Calvary’s mountain. Refrain In the cross, in the cross, Be my glory ever; Till my raptured soul shall find Rest beyond the river. Near the cross, a trembling ...read more

Scripture: John 19:23-30

Denomination: Baptist

The 3 Crosses

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 29, 2003

To stress the importance of receiving salvation so that we may be paradise-bound.

The 3 Crosses Text: Luke 23.33-43 Thesis: To stress the importance of receiving salvation so that we may be paradise-bound. Introduction: (1) One of the scenes of the crucifixion that has always stood out to me involved the 2 thieves between whom Jesus was crucified. (2) Let us note the 3 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Message Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Aug 31, 2003

Paul often changed his style of preaching. (1 Cor. 9:22) But he NEVER changed his message. (Gal. 1:8) There is only one message. (1 Cor. 2:2)

The Message of the Cross Series: Studies from 1 Corinthians 1:18–31 1 Corinthians INTRODUCTION Illustration: Once there was a little girl who always wore a bright, shiny cross around her neck which she proudly displayed for all to see. One day she was approached by a man who said to her, “Little ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Jan 14, 2007

Sermon 3 in I Corth.

THE POWER OF THE CROSS 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 Introduction A. God has given us a message of salvation through the cross (v. 18). B. God’s Word instructs us to receive this message by faith (Romans 3:21-26). C. The cross is the central fact of the Gospel. Paul wants the Corinthians to focus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of The Cross Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 20, 2007

As we meditate on Christ’s Seven Words from the Cross, we will learn so much about the amazing grace and wonderful love of God!

EASTER SUNDAY - THE POWER OF THE CROSS Why am I away from my family on this Easter weekend? KEY TEXT: “But my life is worth nothing unless I use it for doing the work assigned me by the Lord Jesus the work of telling others the Good News about God’s wonderful kindness and love.” (Acts 20:24). ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:24

Denomination: *other

The Empty Cross Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jul 26, 2007

In all human history Jesus Christ was the only one qualified to die for the sins of mankind.

This is Easter morning, a time to remember the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. To appreciate resurrection, must His understand death w/o- death, there could be no resurrection w/o- resurrection- death not significant In all human history … Jesus the man, who was Christ the God, was the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:19

Denomination: Charismatic

The Message Of The Cross

Contributed by Leroy Redding on Jul 10, 2007

The importance of the cross of Christ.

THE MESSAGE OF THE CROSS I Corinthians 1:18-2:5 “The message of the cross is foolishness to the unbeliever, but it demonstrates the power and wisdom of God to the believer” Robert Fulton in a move known as “Fulton’s Folly” tried to launch a steamboat in the Seine River in France in 1803. It ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ’s Cross And Our Cross

Contributed by Rajkumar Pulla on Mar 22, 2011

The cross today is a vivid symbol of a great past victory that involved horrible pain and crucifixion. When we see our shiny crosses that symbolize this past event, we must also remind ourselves that it was really an “Old Rugged Cross”, as the song says,

He who does not take his cross and follow after Me is not worthy of Me. He who finds his life will lose it, and he who loses his life for My sake will find it” (Matthew 10:38-39) What happened at the college called Virginia Tech in the eastern United States, was simply terrible. It appears that a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:38-39

Denomination: Bible Church

What Held Christ To The Cross?

Contributed by Tony Cansler on May 1, 2001

A Message about the Cross

What held Christ to the Cross? o It wasn’t because he was friendless – Mt 26:53 o It wasn’t because of human weakness – John 10:18 o It wasn’t even the nails It was Our Sins o He Became man’s substitute for sin – Is 53:5, Ga 3:13, I P 3:18 o Bore the sins of many – Heb 9:28, I Pt 2:24, I Jn ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:1-66

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross Of The Christ And The Two Others Series

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Mar 5, 2004

Part Two of our series entitled “the Passion of the Christ: Curious? Find out more!”

The Cross of the Christ and the Two Others Luke 23:32-43 Today we are on Part Two of our series entitled “the Passion of the Christ: Curious? Find out more!” Glad you are here to find out more. That Mel Gibson movie “The Passion of the Christ” sure has got a lot of attention, hasn’t it? From the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Evangelical Free