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  • Johnny Small avatar

    Why The Cross?

    Contributed by Johnny Small on Aug 30, 2002
    based on 137 ratings
     | 10,310 views

    Why did Christ suffer and die on an old wooden cross?

    Why the Cross? The cross is at the center of all Christianity. It was while our Lord Jesus Christ hung on the cross that our sins were forgiven. This wasn’t an easy task for Him, but He did it willingly, because He loves us and it was the will of His father. The Lamb of God, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Parks avatar

    The Wondrous Cross

    Contributed by David Parks on Sep 17, 2002
    based on 94 ratings
     | 10,244 views

    The song Says "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross." What do you see when YOU survey the wondrous Cross?

    The Wondrous Cross TEXT: Matt. 24:31,35; John 19:19; Matt. 27:39,40,46,50; Gal. 3:13; Eph. 2:13; Col. 1:20; Gal. 1:20; 6:14 INTRODUCTION 1. After Scripture reading have song leader Sing: 1) The Old Rugged Cross (vs. 1&2). 2) Beneath the Cross of Jesus (vs. 1&2). 3) When I Survey the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • MELVIN NEWLAND avatar

    The Message Of The Cross

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Sep 23, 2002
    based on 704 ratings
     | 110,598 views

    Paul declares, "The Jews stumble over the cross. And the Greeks think it is foolishness. But others see in it the power & wisdom of God." And there are still those 3 kinds of people in the world today.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX (This is an update and a revision of a message that I preached back in 1994.) ILL. There is a story about a little girl who proudly wore a shiny cross on a chain around her neck. One day she was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Howard Parnell avatar

    The Word Of The Cross

    Contributed by Howard Parnell on Sep 26, 2002
    based on 104 ratings
     | 9,220 views

    There is soul saving power in the message of the cross.

    THE WORD OF THE CROSS I Cor. 1:17-18 INTRO. "preaching" = word (logos) See John 1:1; explain - What is the significance of a word? Words without proper definitions are just so much useless babble. It is not the word itself that carries power, but rather the meaning of that word. God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mitchell Skelton avatar

    The Cross (Christmas) Series

    Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Dec 16, 2003
    based on 35 ratings
     | 5,627 views

    Part 3 of 4 in the series "Why Did My Savior Come to Earth?" Shows the inevitable result of Jesus’ Birth.

    The Cross Mark 15:21-39 INTRODUCTION Why did my Savior come to earth, and to the humble go? Why did he choose a lowly birth? Because he loved me so! Why did He drink the bitter cup of sorrow, pain and woe? Why on the cross be lifted up? Because he loved me so! He loved me so, He loved me so; ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    Cross Roads

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 29, 2001
    based on 264 ratings
     | 17,141 views

    Each person will come to a time when they have to either take the wide or narrow path.

    CROSS ROADS PSALM 1 Introduction: · This summer, while on vacation, we were looking for a lake that we had seen on the map. We took a well graveled road for about 10 miles and then came upon a sign that showed the lake only being two miles away. While sitting at this cross road, I noticed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Eddie Snipes avatar

    Basics Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Jun 7, 2001
    based on 76 ratings
     | 12,319 views

    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

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Robert Laymance avatar

    The Mathematics Of The Cross

    Contributed by Robert Laymance on Jun 18, 2001
    based on 105 ratings
     | 5,942 views

    Analogy of the Basic math symbols and their relationship in and to Salvation.

    Let’s begin with the ( - ) subtract symbol. 1. I’ve been Subtracted from Hell!!! a. went from a sinner to a saint b. went from rags to riches ( Heirs ) c. went from old path to the new path d. went from wrath to peace e. went from a pit to a Palace ( mansion ) 2. I’ve been Added to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Alison Bucklin avatar

    Double Cross

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 10, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 3,451 views

    You can only get the right perspective on the cross if you look at it from two angles: from the angle of suffering and sacrifice, and the angle of resurrection and victory.

    DOUBLE CROSS Did you know that some people are right-eyed and some people are left-eyed? It’s true. Point at something 10 or 20 feet away - that’s right, hold out your finger. Then close your left eye. If you don’t have to move your finger, you’re right-eyed. If you have to move your finger ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Bob Hunter avatar

    "Crossing Over" Series

    Contributed by Bob Hunter on Dec 16, 2001
    based on 44 ratings
     | 17,237 views

    This message details the necessity of crossing over into new spiritual territory.

    “Crossing over” Joshua Ch. 3 We’re on this journey through the book of Joshua. Joshua was a great leader at a time in Israel when they really needed leadership. Last week I talked to you about how the people he was leading, the Israelites, overcame fear and faced up to the challenge of ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Robert Houston, Sr. avatar

    Mary At The Cross Series

    Contributed by Robert Houston, Sr. on Dec 17, 2001
    based on 130 ratings
     | 23,470 views

    Examination of the events of Mary at her son’s execution.

    This is Mother’s Day. Mother’s Day cannot be celebrated without a good understanding the mystery of what Motherhood is. Motherhood goes beyond any physical labor, pains and carrying a baby for nine months. A mother’s role is much greater. There are those who serve not as a birth mother, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Wilkins avatar

    The Cross Of Commitment Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Feb 26, 2002
    based on 45 ratings
     | 9,201 views

    Calling people to a deeper commitment to God and each other on our 91st Anniversary Commitment Sunday.

    Commitment Sunday February 11, 2002 The Cross of Commitment Luke 9:23 It may be hard to imagine the renowned theologian J.I. Packer sitting in a hot tub, but that is where he is when he makes this quote: “The other day ...as I sat there savoring hot tubness, cracking small jokes and adjusting to ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Bob Myers avatar

    The Centrality Of The Cross

    Contributed by Bob Myers on Mar 15, 2001
    based on 91 ratings
     | 10,233 views

    The Cross is the Central Message of Christianity.

    The Centrality of the Cross Galatians 6:14 In the Cross Christianity lays claim to having the most universally recognized symbol in all of world history. The Cross is more recognizable than a Coca-Cola can, CNN, or any nation’s flag. And the centrality of the Cross has even become part of our ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • John Beehler avatar

    Journey To The Cross

    Contributed by John Beehler on Mar 20, 2001
    based on 80 ratings
     | 4,144 views

    Jesus’ journey to the cross began long before even his birth.

    Journey to the Cross It’s become fashionable these days to wear crosses, not necessarily as a sign of faith, but as a trendy accessory. Crosses are hip now. An encounter at a department store jewelry counter. Customer is interested in buying a cross, to which the sales clerk replies ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Steve Malone avatar

    Unmoved By The Cross

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 26, 2001
    based on 225 ratings
     | 13,980 views

    Three reasons why some like the Roman soldiers on the hill at calavry are still umoved by the cross.

    “Unmoved By The Cross” The Impact of The Cross – Part One Two men had indulged in every sinful activity imaginable while away on a business trip together. In the morning as they were making their way to the airport, one man challenged the other, he said, “I dare you to go over to that Cathedral ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ