Sermons on The Crucifixion:

Pulling Back The Curtain

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jan 1, 2017

A New Year's sermon to encourage us that God is in control of the year that is past, and the year that is to come.

Intro: In the classic film, “It’s a Wonderful Life”, Jimmy Stewart plays George Bailey, a small town banker who is driven to the brink of suicide by the prospect of financial ruin and disgrace. He is convinced that his life has been a failure, and that it would have been better if he had never ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:17, Daniel 4:27-28

Denomination: Baptist

When Bad Things Happen? Is God Really In Control? Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 13, 2020

The Body of Christ needs to learn how to administer “Good Grief” in loss, in crisis and in trauma situations of life. We need to build our lives on the right foundation so that when crisis and trials come we stand strong in Him and not fall.

Video from BluefishTv: “Faith Tested” When Bad Things Happen? Is God really in control? Opening thought: My sermon today is in response to a questions that was asked me a while back. Thesis: The Body of Christ needs to learn how to administer “Good Grief” in loss, in crisis and in trauma ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-5, 1 Peter 1:6-7, 1 Peter 4:12-13, Acts 7:54-60

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When God Is Distant -Psalm 22 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 28, 2025

What can you do when God is far away? You cry out to him and receive no comfort, no strength, it just seems like your prayers bounce off the ceiling. That actually happened to Jesus, and when it did, he quoted a psalm that teaches exactly what to do in times like that.

Mark 15:34 And at the ninth hour Jesus cried out in a loud voice, "Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani?"--which means, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" Introduction What can you do when God is far away? You cry out to him and receive no comfort, no strength, it just ...read more

When God Is Distant - Mark 15:34 And Psalm 22 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on May 30, 2024

What can you do when God is far away? You cry out to him and receive no comfort, no strength, it just seems like your prayers bounce off the ceiling. That actually happened to Jesus, and when it did, he quoted a psalm that teaches exactly what to do in times like that.

Mark 15:34 And at the ninth hour Jesus cried out in a loud voice, "Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani?"--which means, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" Introduction What can you do when God is far away? You cry out to him and receive no comfort, no strength, it just ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:34, Matthew 27:46

Cuando La Oscuridad Triunfó... Durante Una Hora Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 3, 2024

Hay victoria en Jesús. ¡El Señor resucitado! La hora de la oscuridad ha llegado y se ha ido. El poder de Dios venció la oscuridad. Él está vivo para siempre. No le des la victoria en tu vida al enemigo derrotado.

Toda la historia conduce a la cruz y todo desde entonces se deriva de la cruz. Es el punto central de todos los tiempos. Sin embargo, la cruz es un punto bajo en la historia de la humanidad. Es el momento en que el ungido de Dios fue ejecutado. En la línea de tiempo de la historia, la cruz es ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:52-53, Matthew 26:52-53

Denomination: Baptist

Can We Pass The Test?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Nov 9, 2001

I wonder how we would score if there were a test available that could reveal just how faithful & devout a Christian we really are - that really measured the level of our spirituality?

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK A. Not long ago I preached a sermon entitled “The Love Test” in which we mentioned that passage of scripture where Jesus asked Simon Peter, “Do you love me? Do you really love me?” And we talked about that subject. Now today, let’s go a ...read more

Scripture: John 13:31-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Beautiful Feet

Contributed by David Whitten on Nov 29, 2001

I can think of several words to describe these things on the ends of my legs. The words ugly, hairy, smelly and hideous are a few that I would choose. The bible describes feet and you’d be surprised at the verbiage used. Both Isaiah 52:7 and Romans 10:15

"Beautiful Feet" Romans 10:14-15 DSW@cacc9-28-97 Beautiful Feet Webster’s Definition: foot n. pl. feet . 1. The lower extremity of the leg that is in direct contact with the ground in standing or walking. I can think of several words to describe these things on the ends of my legs. The words ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:13-15, Romans 10:15-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why The Cross?

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 18, 2000

Paul is adamant that the preaching of the Cross is central to the Gospel and what is should mean to believers.

There’s a striking phrase in St Paul’s letter to the Galatians: “God forbid that I should glory save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ” (6:14). When we come across that sort of statement it can be helpful to ask the question, “Why did Paul write like that?” To ask ourselves, “Why the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:14

Denomination: Baptist

The Ideal Marriage

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 7, 2001

How can I take steps to help my marriage become better? Consider the "stumbling signs" and Use the "stepping stones".

The Ideal Marriage (Senior Adult Sunday) Matthew 19.8 June 10, 2001 He saith unto them, Moses because of the hardness of your hearts suffered you to put away your wives: but from the beginning it was not so. The preacher said I could have 16 wives; four better, four worse, four richer, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:8

Denomination: United Methodist

What We Forget About Christmas Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 6, 2004

We all know the story but what is it we forget about Christmas?

Christmas, it’s probably the most celebrated holiday in the world. If you were to stop your average man on the street and ask him about Christmas, I’d be willing to bet that you would hear all of the essential ingredients of the Yule time. The virgin birth, Mary and Josephs trip to Bethlehem, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-6

Denomination: Wesleyan

Be Bold Take A Step Of Faith

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Apr 7, 2003

God is not only our Comforter, but from time to time He is our discomforter. We need to take a bold step of faith and move out of our comfort zones.

Be Bold Take a Step of Faith Luke 1:26-38 Matthew 14:22-33 This morning we are looking at two Biblical examples of individuals that moved beyond their comfort zones. Mary the Mother of Jesus by faith was willing to accept God’s plan for her life and move beyond her comfort zone and waited ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Free Methodist

Rocky Iv - The Comeback Kid Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 25, 2003

Acts 4 presents Peter as a confident, powerful preacher of Christ... but not two months earlier he had been a cowering coward. What made the difference?

OPEN: In the 70’s there was runaway hit movie starring Sylvester Stallone, entitled "Rocky." Many people, including myself were unaware that the movie was based on a real life boxer named Chuck Werner - otherwise known as the Bayonne Bleeder (because he bled so easily and freely throughout his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You Ready?

Contributed by Johanna Radelfinger on May 26, 2003

Are you ready? If you were to die right now would you go to Heaven? God wants you to know positively that you are saved or not.

Are You Ready? I dedicate this sermon first of all to God for showing me this wonderful truth. And to my friend, Keith who shouted to others this truth by his actions until the day he died. I know I will see him in Heaven. I went to Curacoa for my mission trip last ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:6-7, Romans 3:23-25

Denomination: Adventist

Why Does God Allow Evil? Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Apr 2, 2007

Why God chooses to allow the existence of evil even though He is good enough and powerful enough to end it.

Since today is Palm Sunday we’re reminded of the day that the crowds waved palm branches to honor Jesus as He rode into Jerusalem. Waving palm branches was the Jewish custom of honoring a king and for a brief period of time it seemed the people wanted to recognize Christ’s right to reign. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Baptist

A Job Well Done

Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 6, 2007

We worship and follow a Savior who completed the task before Him.

A JOB WELL DONE John 19.16-42 S: Crucifixion C: Jesus’ sacrifice Pr: WE WORSHIP AND FOLLOW A SAVIOR WHO COMPLETED THE TASK SET BEFORE HIM. TS: In our study of John 19.16-42, we will see how Jesus accomplishes our salvation. Type: Inductive I. DYING II. DEATH III. BURIAL PA: How is the change to ...read more

Scripture: John 19:16-42

Denomination: Baptist