Sermons on The God Of The Cross:

The Centrality Of The Cross

Contributed by Rajendra Kadia on Mar 3, 2016

The cross of Christ is in the centre of God's Word and His world.

THE CENTRALITY OF THE CROSS Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-25 Introduction: The cross of our Lord Jesus Christ is central in God's Word and God's World. It is outworking of the God's redemptive purpose in time and eternity. The message of the cross is central in the Old Testaments, Psalm, the Prophets, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Glorious Cross Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jun 9, 2010

Paul gives us two proper responses to the cross of Christ.

[To receive free sermons each week by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] THE SYMBOL OF CHRISTIANITY [What religions/groups do these symbols represent: crescent and star, Star of David, Square and Compasses, swastika, peace, yin-yang, Ichthys, cross.] The symbol of Christianity is the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Way Of The Cross Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 21, 2023

Find the highest honor in the lowest place. That’s where Jesus found it, and that’s where you will find it, as well.

When concert artists do a concert, they usually present a rider, which spells out what they expect from their hosts. Beyonce has such a rider, and several years ago (2013), The Daily Star obtained a copy of her rider. It includes the following demands: • All crew members must wear 100 percent ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Glorying In The Cross

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 26, 2025

To glory in the cross means to place our full trust and confidence in what Christ has done.

GLORYING IN THE CROSS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 6:14 – “But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world is crucified unto me, and I unto the world.” Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 1:18, Philippians 3:7-8, Colossians 2:14-15, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:14, 1 Corinthians 1:18, Philippians 3:7-8, Colossians 2:14-15, Romans 5:8, Isaiah 53:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Compelling Cross Of Christ Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 7, 2020

1. Trust Jesus for the misery of His cross (John 19:1-6). 2. Trust Jesus for the miracles of His cross (John 19:23-24). 3. Trust Jesus for the mercy of His cross (Luke 23:32-43). 4. Trust Jesus for the mission of His cross (John 19:28-30).

The Compelling Cross of Christ John 19:1-30; Luke 23:32-43 (Reading: John 19:14-30) Sermon by Rick Crandall Prepared June 7, 2020 BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 19. Last time, in John 18, we took a close look at the trials of Jesus Christ. And the Lord's trial before Pilate is ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-30, Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Baptist

A Soldier Of The Cross

Contributed by Dr. Terry Cheek on Jan 15, 2011

God prepares us for spiritual battle, lets see how.

A Soldier of the Cross Eph. 6:10-20 Introduction: I personally have never been in the military, oh I spent some time in ROTC during high school but I have never served this country as many have. However I stand before you today as a soldier, a soldier of the cross. If you are a child of God today, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Crossing The Jordan

Contributed by Gary Holt on Apr 17, 2021

God's people would have to trust HIm.

Crossing the Jordan Joshua 3 (sermon 2) Spring time has come …we see it is in full bloom. A few days ago I was trimming trees: - and I discovered a few new birds nests - that were hidden in the limbs of the tree - Springtime means the birds are making their nests and raising babies. Life is ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Cross Of Blood

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Apr 10, 2022

The importance of blood in God's plan of salvation for mankind.

The Cross of the Blood 1 John 1:1-7 1 That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked upon, and our hands have handled, of the Word of life; 2 (For the life was manifested, and we have seen it, and bear witness, and shew unto you that ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

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

Meditations On The Cross

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Apr 19, 2003

This sermon contains seven simple yet profound thoughts on the cross of Jesus Christ namely PORTRAIT OF THE CROSS , PARADOX OF THE CROSS ,POSTULATE OF THE CROSS, PARADIGM OF THE CROSS, PATTERN OF THE CROSS ,PROGNOSIS OF THE CROSS AND PUZZLE OF THE CROSS

MEDITATIONS ON THE CROSS OUTLINE 1.PORTRAIT OF THE CROSS 2.PARADOX OF THE CROSS 3.POSTULATE OF THE CROSS 4.PARADIGM OF THE CROSS 5.PATTERN OF THE CROSS 6.PROGNOSIS OF THE CROSS 7.PUZZLE OF THE CROSS THE MESSAGE MEDITATIONS ON THE CROSS 1.PORTRAIT OF THE CROSS Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Crook At The Cross Series

Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on Mar 21, 2009

The Crook at the Cross lets us know that no life is beyond the love of God.

Luke 23:43 “Today shalt thou be with me in paradise.” / Title: “Crook at the Cross” 1. Jesus talks about heaven in Matthew 13 – 7 scenarios a. Matt. 13:24 – Wheat and Tares – grow together b. Matt. 13:31 – Mustard Seed – least of seeds, greatest of herbs, tree/birds c. Matt. 13:33 – Leaven – in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:43

Denomination: Baptist

Crossing Jordan.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 15, 2023

God keeps His promises to Israel as they at last enter the promised land.

CROSSING JORDAN. Joshua 3:7-17. JOSHUA 3:7. Transition from one ministry to another is always challenging, but if the Lord’s people recognise the new incumbent as God’s man then they can agree under God to hearken to him (cf. Joshua 1:17). Moses was dead, but the LORD had appointed Joshua in his ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:7-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Foolishness Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 19, 2021

Paul's whole battle with the Corinthians was to get them to stop being wise before the world and fools before God, and to reverse that to being fools before the world, and wise before God.

The mayor and other dignitaries were looking into the vast pit dug for the new hospital to be built. The town half-wit came up and gazed into the pit, and asked the mayor what he was going to do with this big hole. The mayor decided to humor him and said, "We are going to round up all the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

The Scandal Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Sep 30, 2008

God delivers his people from the failure of self-sufficiency by the work of Messiah.

Scripture Introduction We enter an “inner sanctuary” when we open our Bibles to John 13. J. C. Ryle: “In every age the contents of these chapters have been justly regarded as one of the most precious parts of the Bible. They have been the meat and drink, the strength and comfort of ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Centerpiece Of The Gospel: The Cross

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Apr 9, 2006

Part of a series for Easter, the centerpiece of the gospesl, the masterpiece of the Gospels, the eternal peace God’s good news. Standing between death and life is the cross. It stands between carnal life and eternal life. God’s centerpiece of Salvation

Intro: A centerpiece is the central or most important feature. Centerpieces tend to be the focus or center of attention. Anyone who has ever attended a wedding should be familiar with centerpieces. The centerpiece of the wedding is the bride; the centerpiece of the reception is the couple. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist