Sermons on The Offence Of The Cross:

The Call From Calvary's Cross Series

Contributed by Keith Buice on Jan 13, 2006

The second in a series

The Call from Calvary’s Cross The Gospels Introduction: The last words that a man or woman speaks before their death are important (sometimes). The last words of well known people are often recorded in writing for history. Some of these last words are: The four last words of a blonde? “…Hey, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34-46

Denomination: Baptist

One More River To Cross

Contributed by James May on Jan 18, 2006

We crossed the Red Sea in Salvation and Baptism. Now we are walking through the wilderness on the road to the Promised Land, but we have one more river to cross before we get home. Are you ready for the crossing?

ONE MORE RIVER TO CROSS By Pastor Jim May There is an old song that we once sang that went like this: There’s one more river to cross; one more mountain to climb One more valley that I have to walk through Then I’ll leave my troubles behind One more battle with the devil, and I know He’ll ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:15-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Cross Makes All The Difference Series

Contributed by Kent Kessler on Mar 24, 2007

When do things make all the difference? When we are moved to laugh or cry, when we are celebrated or sacrificed for and when we believe.“Why The Cross Makes All The Difference” describes the cross from three perspectives: Jew, Gentile, and the Believer.

There are just some times in our day where things make a difference. Take them out, things go wrong. Add things in, and things go wrong. There are just certain things needed to make a day a good day. Like the correct ingredients in baking a cake or cookies or a roast—the correct ingredients and the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:22-25

Denomination: Methodist

The Roman Centurion's View Of The Cross

Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 5, 2007

This is a dramatic monolgue of the Roman Centurion and some of what He may have seen and thought about the events surrounding the crucifixion and resurection of Christ.

Title: The Roman Centurion’s view of the Cross Text: Mark 15:21-39 Date: 4/5/2007: Location: Franklin AARP I expected nothing but a routine day of work for my men and me. Jerusalem was for the most part "easy duty." Our job was to keep the peace and preserve law and order. However, from ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:21-39, Luke 23:44-49

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross: Symbol Of Supreme Love

Contributed by Nathan Parker on Mar 10, 2007

A message about the cross being our symbol of supreme love by Charles Stanley.

The Voluntary Suffering of Christ: 1. An expression of supreme love (Jn. 10:9-11; 15; 17-18; Heb. 12:1-2; Col 1:15-17; Gal 1:4) 2. An act of substitution (Isa. 53:4-6; 10; Matt. 20:27-28; Rom. 5:6; 2 Cor. 5:21; 1 Tim. 2:5-6; 1 Pet. 2:24; 3:18; 1 Jn. 2:1-2) A. pupitur & anti-Greek lemmas 3. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross Part 1: The Paradox Series

Contributed by Rob Culler on May 1, 2007

Jesus set an example and challenged us with the idea that we must die to live and we must lose our life to save it.

The Paradox of the Cross I. Introduction Today, we will begin a series of messages concerning a topic that is absolutely critical to our faith. It is a topic that is sometimes a source of confusion and disbelief as well as comfort and inspiration. To some this topic is no big deal while ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Cross Part 2: The Symbolism Series

Contributed by Rob Culler on May 1, 2007

The cross is a powerful symbol of God’s power.

The Symbolism of the Cross I. Introduction Show a set of symbols and have people tell me what they represent. II. Transition III. Text—1 Corinthians 1:17-18 For Christ did not send me to baptize, but to preach the gospel—not with words of human wisdom, lest the cross of Christ be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Cross Part 3: The Cost Series

Contributed by Rob Culler on May 1, 2007

There is no free ride in following Jesus. The journey will cost us.

The Cost of the Cross I. Introduction Play a game with grocery items. Each ‘contestant’ will have a designated amount of money to spend. They will need to spend as much money as possible without going over their allotted amount. The illustration is that the game is tough when you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Good Friday - Come To The Cross Series

Contributed by Martin Wright on May 15, 2007

Everything you need for a memorable Good Friday message. 6 reponses to the cross.

“COME TO THE CROSS” (A MEMORABLE GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE) Six Responses To The Cross Of Christ An Interactive Sermon By Martin Wright (RESPONSE CARDS: You will want to make sure you have distributed response cards prior to beginning the sermon. Our cards were 5.5” X 8.5”. One side had an image of ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Crossing The Line To Authentic Living

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Apr 11, 2005

Daniel demonstrated a life of integrity. He crossed the line from a life of mediocrity a life of authentic God honoring living.

Crossing the Line to Authentic Christian Living Daniel Leads the Way Daniel 6:1-4 Verse 4: “Daniel was faithful and honest and always responsible.” NLT Daniel lived a life of integrity as a teenager when he entered Babylon as recorded in chapter one of Daniel. He lived through the leadership of ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-4

Denomination: Free Methodist

I Will Glory In The Cross. Why?

Contributed by Donny Lanier on Oct 31, 2000

Reasons to glory in the cross.

1.It's Where I Learned Of The Love Of God _ John 3:16 2.It' Where I Learned Of The Forgiveness Of God - 2 Cor. 5:21 3.It's Where I Learned About Laying Down my Life- Lu. 9:23-24 4.It's Where I learned There Is No Big I's Or Little You's In Jesus - Gal.3:27 & 28 5.It's Where I Learned To Be Thankful ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Principles Of Identification In Cross-Cultural

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

Principles of Identification in Cross-Cultural Church Planting and Evangelism

Principles of Identification in Cross-Cultural Church Planting and Evangelism Learning Objectives 1. The students will explain how one identifies with someone from another culture in evangelism. 2. The students will write a short paper discussing some of the limits of identifying with a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Love Of God Displayed In The Cross

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Mar 31, 2002

God’s love is supremely exhibited in the cross of Christ.

The cross of Christ – by which we mean his suffering, and death, and resurrection – is a topic packed with significance. Without the cross, there would be no Christianity. No forgiveness of sins, no eternal life, no hope for the future, no power for this present life. The cross is more than a ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Denomination: Baptist

Games Played At The Foot Of The Cross

Contributed by Doug Blackmon on Feb 27, 2002

The soilders played games at the foot of the cross and we are so quick to judge them but do not we do the same thing?

A song from an Easter musical which spoke to the truth: "Playing Games at the foot of the Cross" The soilders played a game of chance-we are so quick to judge them-but do not we do the same thing? The Israelites ate, drank and rose up to play- I Corinthians calls it "idolatry" Do church folks ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:27-37, 1 Corinthians 10:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

What Held Christ To The Cross?

Contributed by Tony Cansler on May 1, 2001

A Message about the Cross

What held Christ to the Cross? o It wasn’t because he was friendless – Mt 26:53 o It wasn’t because of human weakness – John 10:18 o It wasn’t even the nails It was Our Sins o He Became man’s substitute for sin – Is 53:5, Ga 3:13, I P 3:18 o Bore the sins of many – Heb 9:28, I Pt 2:24, I Jn ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:1-66

Denomination: Baptist