Sermons on The God Of The Cross:

255 - Power Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Joel Vicente on Apr 19, 2003

What does the "Cross of Christ" represent to us today? Discover 5 "power purposes" for the Cross.

Sermon Study #255 - POWER OF THE CROSS Key Scripture: (1 Cor 1:17-18) For Christ did not send me (Paul) to baptize, but to preach the gospel--not with words of human wisdom, lest the cross of Christ be emptied of its power. (18) For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

3 Crosses @ Calvary

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 15, 2011

This incident, on the road to Calvary, and then at the sight of the crucifixion, reveals both God and man as they truly are. It exposes man as incredibly cruel, and God as amazingly kind and compassionate. It is man who is evil, and God who is good.

Opening illustration: If you were to look at Rembrandt’s painting of The Three Crosses, your attention would be drawn first to the center cross on which Jesus died. Then as you would look at the crowd gathered around the foot of that cross, you’d be impressed by the various facial expressions and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cross Was Always The Plan

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 15, 2009

Message about how Jesus affirms to His disciples during His arrest that God’s plan was going forth.

The Cross was Always the Plan Matthew 26:47-56 August 30, 2009 Me: How many people in here are planners? You plan everything out, or at least as much as possible. You plan your work day, your work week, maybe even your work month. You plan your vacation to the smallest detail, including ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:47-56

Denomination: Wesleyan

Understanding God’s Purpose

Contributed by William Baeta on Mar 2, 2018

“For the word of the cross is folly to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.” (1Co 1:18)

Introduction: Our theme for today’s sermon is “understanding God’s purpose”. There is always a purpose behind everything that is invented or created. There is a purpose for inventing electricity. There is a purpose for inventing the printing press and there is a purpose for creating the mobile ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17, 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, John 2:13-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Being Made Right. Who? How? Why? Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Apr 11, 2008

This sermons looks at how fallen humanity is made right with God unpacking the the Cross of Christ.

BEING MADE RIGHT WITH GOD. WHO? HOW? AND WHY? • HAVE YOU EVER BOUGHT SOMETHING? AND FOUND WHEN YOU GOT IT HOME SOMETHING WASN’T QUITE RIGHT, THERE WAS A FLAW, A DEFECT, A FAULT. YOU COULD MAYBE TRY AND FIX IT YOURSELF BUT THAT NOT THE POINT YOU PAID GOOD MONEY AND YOU EXPECT IT TO BE ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-31

Denomination: Baptist

"My God, My God, Why Have You Forsaken Me?” Series

Contributed by Tim Hbc on Mar 16, 2009

The gospel of grace! Because of Jesus, the Father promises US, ’Never will I leave or forsake YOU.’

“My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” Those words were so raw with emotion that we still have them in Aramaic, Jesus’ mother tongue: Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani? Jesus is hanging there on the cross. We can safely assume his face is twisted with the agony of crucifixion. He can barely ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:32-49

Denomination: Baptist

Basics Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Jun 7, 2001

Part 2 of the Back to Basics. This study looks at ’Why was the Cross was Necessary?’, ’What happened on the Cross?’, and ’What Happened After the Cross?’.

Part 2 - Basics of the Cross. Why is the Cross Necessary? A common question I hear is, "Why doesn’t God just get rid of all sin and take us all to heaven?" Another frequent question is, "If God is so loving, why would He send someone to hell just because they don’t believe in Him?" There are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:21-27, 1 Peter 3:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Message Of The Cross

Contributed by Carl Finney on Aug 15, 2005

The Cross had not only a purpose, but also a message. This sermon reveals that message in a way every person can understand.

“The Message of the Cross” Throughout history the cross of Christ was, is, and will always be a focal point of history and a point of division and controversy in this world. Some people look at the cross and see Christ being crucified. They imagine the broken, bloody body of Jesus hanging on the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:3

Denomination: Baptist

Creation To The Cross

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 6, 2022

This message presents the basic salvation message all the way from Genesis to Jesus. It looks at the Garden of Eden, The Fall, The Separation, and The Atonement. The basic points in this sermon can be used in personal evangelism.

I’ve entitled our message this morning, “Creation to the Cross.” I want to share with you some basic points that I sometimes rely on when helping someone comprehend why we need salvation in Christ. In presenting the gospel we need to help a person understand and acknowledge that we’re sinners and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:8-17, Genesis 3:1-7, Genesis 3:22-24, Hebrews 9:2-7, Hebrews 9:11-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

A Cross And A Covenant Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on May 7, 2014

A sermon on how the church is reflected in the OT covenants (Material adapted from Daniel Overdorf's book, Rediscovering Community, chapter one- Covenant Graced)

HoHum: Daniel Overdorf- I visited a friend in the hospital. He had neared the end of an extended battle with cancer. The chemotherapy had taken most of his ability to think. I read some Scripture passages to him about God’s promises, unsure if he even heard me, then I prayed. As I turned ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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

Crossing The Line

Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Jul 10, 2007

How many have seen the police scenes either on the television or at the theater? I’m talking about places where a crime has been committed, the police officers arrive, and with a yellow tape they encircle the area where it all took place.

How many have seen the police scenes either on the television or at the theater? I’m talking about places where a crime has been committed, the police officers arrive, and with a yellow tape they encircle the area where it all took place. I’m sure that all of us here, at one time or another, have ...read more

Scripture: James 4:4-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Power Of The Cross

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Mar 9, 2021

Why do we preach Christ crucified?

The Power of the Cross Sunday Sermon Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 1 Cor 1:20-24 In Jesus’ day, eastern people looked for a sign of some sort to tell them that God was doing something huge for them. The three magi who traveled from Persia to Bethlehem saw a special star in the eastern sky, and they ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:20-24

Denomination: United Methodist

The Message Of The Cross Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 14, 2008

The remedy for division rooted in pride is the proper appreciation for the Cross.

Introduction: A. I love the story of the two men were digging a ditch on a very hot day. 1. One said to the other, “Why are we down in this hole digging a ditch when our boss is standing up there in the shade of a tree?” 2. “I don’t know,” responded the other. “I’ll ask him.” 3. So he climbed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Folly Of The Cross PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 26, 2023

This sermon explores the paradox of the cross, encouraging believers to persevere in faith, even when the world perceives it as foolishness. Key

Good morning, beloved. I'm thrilled to be standing before you today, not because of the pulpit, but because of the privilege we share in coming together to seek wisdom from the Word of God. It's a joy that we, as God's children, have this opportunity to gather, to learn, and to grow. Today, we're ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Topics: Fools, Christ's Sake