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  • Jerry Cosper avatar

    The Major Events At The Cross Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 20, 2011
     | 6,448 views

    We are going to divide this passage into 8 events to get a better understanding of what is happening. This is not an unfamiliar story to most Christians but maybe we can learn yet a little more about it.

    The most significant event in history is the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. We are saved by His death. Because He died, we live. But there IS a condition. We have to believe, and it’s the necessity for belief that John stressed throughout his gospel. He was an eyewitness of the crucifixion, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Saw A Cross

    Contributed by Evangelist Stanley Baker on Oct 11, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,088 views

    ONE WAS DENYING HIS GUILT , WHILE THE OTHER ONE ADMITTIED HIS WRONG

    When Adam saw his wife sin in the garden In the distance God saw a cross When Cain killed his brother, God was watching And God saw a cross When Moses slew the Egyptian man in anger God saw a cross And when David chose Bathsheba over honor God knew there had to be a cross God saw a cross ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Brian La Croix avatar

    The Cross Was Always The Plan

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 15, 2009
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     | 3,421 views

    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

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    Wearing Or Bearing The Cross

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 16, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,467 views

    God’s love should lead us to serve Him. Or are we just faking it?

    Wearing or Bearing The Cross January 25, 2009 Mark 1:14-20 14After John was put in prison, Jesus went into Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God. 15He said, “The time has come, the kingdom of God is near. Repent and believe the good news!” 16As Jesus walked beside the Sea of Galilee, he saw ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Peter Loughman avatar

    Crisscross Double Cross Series

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Feb 24, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,909 views

    We are secure in our faith. John tells us that those who walk away from the faith were never a part of the faith to begin with.

    In 1936, when delays slowed construction, over $130,000 was invested in a novel safety feature: a vast net -- similar to a circus net -- suspended under the Golden Gate Bridge. The safety net extended ten feet wider than the bridge’s width and fifteen feet further than the roadway’s length. It gave ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Feeling The Weight Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 8, 2010
    based on 67 ratings
     | 25,923 views

    Why would Jesus use an instrument of death to represent His kingdom and His power? And how do I "carry" my cross daily?

    OPEN: The year was 1889 on the continent of Africa. Menelik II became emperor of Ethiopia and reigned for 20 years. He was a powerful ruler who transformed his country from a collection of semi-independent states into a united nation. As part of his efforts to modernize his country he ordered 3 ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • MELVIN MAUGHMER, JR. avatar

    The Power Of The Blood And The Cross

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Nov 22, 2010
    based on 26 ratings
     | 52,731 views

    When the church removes the central theme and central action of the church it becomes ineffective and nothinig more than a social club. We need to make sure we keep the blood and the cross in the church.

    “The Power of the Blood and the Cross” By District Elder M.L. Maughmer, Jr. 1st Corinthians 1:17-18 “For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel: not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of none effect. For the preaching of the cross is to ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Kevin Burden avatar

    The Penalty Of Bypassing The Cross

    Contributed by Kevin Burden on Jun 18, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,003 views

    It has been a long night in Jerusalem. While multitudes slept, God the Father has allowed the plan of the ages (the redemption of man) to be put into motion.

    THE PENALTY OF PASSING BY THE CROSS Mark 15:22-38 / Luke 23:46-49 It has been a long night in Jerusalem. While multitudes slept, God the Father has allowed the plan of the ages (the redemption of man) to be put into motion. The time is a few minutes after noon the day of Christ’s crucifixion. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Pearce avatar

    Take Up The Cross

    Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Jun 18, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,199 views

    JESUS COMMANDED US TO TAKE UP OUR CROSS AND FOLLOW HIM.

    TAKE UP THE CROSS INTRO: HOW BIG IS THE CROSS TO CHRISTIANITY? 1: HOW BIG IS IT TO THE CHRISTIAN? A) IS A THE CROSS SOMETHING YOU IDENTIFY WITH? B) IS IT A SYMBOL YOU WEAR AROUND YOUR NECK? C) OR IS IT MORE THAN THAT TO YOU? POINT: A LOT OF PEOPLE WEAR CROSSES AROUND THEIR NECKS. RECENTLY I WAS ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Bledar Valca avatar

    Gratitude In The Shade Of The Cross!

    Contributed by Bledar Valca on Apr 14, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,444 views

    A new look at the story of 10 lepers

    GRATITUDE IN THE SHADE OF THE CROSS! Luke 17:11-19 Few years ago, we had Carl Mitchell of Harding University come to Albania and do series of lectures on family life and issues. Other then the lectures he gave we asked him to preach for us on Sunday. I vividly remember that as he was talking about ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Tyler Edwards avatar

    Views Of The Cross-Roman Series

    Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Apr 14, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,474 views

    While we view the cross as a symbol of victory the Romans would have viewed it as a tool for deterring rebellion

    View of the Cross February 24, 2008 Views of the Cross: Roman When we picture the cross we see life. We celebrate the cross because for us it is a symbol of victory. For us the cross means our sins are forgiven. We are made right with God. Through the blood that was shed on the cross we are ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Views Of The Cross-Greek Series

    Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Apr 14, 2009
     | 5,815 views

    The cross is not easy for everyone to accept. It is foolishness to the Greeks and a stumbling block to the Jews.

    Crucifixion in the Greek Mind March 2, 2008 Views of the Cross: Greek What an idiot. We all do stupid things. How many times have you done something in your life that makes the people around you say: what an idiot? I want you to think of something stupid that you have done. As far as ...read more

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    Views Of The Cross-Jews Series

    Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Apr 14, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,090 views

    The cross is a stumbling block to the Jews.

    Crucifixion in the Jewish Mind March 2, 2008 Views of the Cross: Jewish Understanding the Cross is vital to understanding Christ. Understanding Christ is vital to following Him. Following Him is vital to the life of a Christian. Basically if you truly want to be a Christian…you have to ...read more

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  • Brian Harvison avatar

    The Old Rugged Cross Series

    Contributed by Brian Harvison on May 29, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 32,574 views

    Today we continue our study in the series Hymns You love We are looking at The Old Rugged Cross

    Read passage Today we continue our study in the series Hymns You love We are looking at The Old Rugged Cross In 1913 George Bennard was struggling with a problem that caused him much suffering His mind went back again and again to Christ’s anguish on the cross This was the heart of the Gospel! The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris McCall avatar

    Right Side Of The Cross

    Contributed by Chris Mccall on Apr 21, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,207 views

    Do you understand that all the SIN, GUILT, SHAME, & PAIN were taken & placed on Him on that cross for each one of us!

    Easter 2009 Right Side of the Cross Colossians 2:6-15 NLT This is absolutely one of the most explosive celebrations in the history of the world! The whole world just witnessed that Jesus Christ is truly who He said He was! What about it today? Do people still wonder if He is truly the resurrected ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational