Sermons on The Thief On The Cross:

"God Is Love” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Dec 17, 2018

The greatest display of God's love for us is the cross of Christ.

John 3:16 is, perhaps, the most familiar verse in the Bible. Many people, here in the U.S., at least, if they cannot quote the verse, are at least familiar with the reference, if only because they have seen it displayed so often in the end zone of football stadiums. Yet, I am afraid that maybe ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Choose Jesus And Live Series

Contributed by Gary Eller on Nov 7, 2016

I am crucified with Jesus, but I live....

CHOOSE JESUS AND LIVE GAL 2:20 Galatians 2:20 (NKJV) 20 I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me. A LIFE OF FAITH Hebrews 11:6 (NKJV) ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: *other

Here Is Your Son…

Contributed by John Newton on Mar 26, 2017

Reflections on Jesus’ words to Mary and John from the cross

At the cross her station keeping, Stood the mournful mother weeping, Close to Jesus to the last. Through her heart, his sorrow sharing, All his bitter anguish hearing, Now at length the sword had pass’d. Oh, how sad and sore distress’d Was that mother, highly blest Of the sole-begotten ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25-27

Denomination: Episcopal

The Hinge

Contributed by Jim Caswell on May 17, 2017

Jesus and the cross is the hinge that brings life to what once was dead.

Title: The Hinge Place: BLCC Date: 4/5/15 Easter Text: Matthew 10.38-39; John 19. 17-18; Colossians 2.13-14; John 3.16 CT: Jesus and the cross is the hinge that brings life to what once was dead. FAS: Some years ago, a 14-foot bronze crucifix was stolen from Calvary Cemetery in Little Rock, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:38-39

Denomination: Christian Church

Its Boldly Thrown Out There--"Take Up Your Cross And Follow Me."

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jun 24, 2017

The Cross allows us to "deny oneself" from pure self interest to serve a higher purpose. It's a way for us to continually do a self check, and for us to be sanctified.

13A There is a story by Guy de Maupassant titled "The Necklace." The Necklace is a tale of a young woman named Mathilde who wishes she was rich and also wishes she was accepted in higher social circles. However, her husband is an ordinary French citizen without the resources to fulfill her ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:37-42

Denomination: Catholic

The Lutheran/Biblical Mind Finds Joy In The Cross Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jul 16, 2017

We not only find joy in the cross of Christ, but also in the cross God calls us each to carry. Find out why.

We’re smackdab in the middle of another Alberta summer. There isn’t anywhere else I’ve lived that serves up summer as well as this part of the world does. We have long hours of sunshine that stretch well into the evening letting you get more done outside. Even when temperatures reach the upper 20’s ...read more

Scripture: Job 19:21-27

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Antidote For A Deadly Problem PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 6, 2023

This sermon explores the cross as our connection to God's grace, an antidote to sin, mirroring the bronze snake's role in the wilderness for the Israelites.

Hey there, everyone! It's so good to see all your faces. I'm excited to share with you today a message that I believe God has put on my heart. It's a message that I think is incredibly relevant to all of us, no matter where we are in our faith journey. You know, I was reading recently a book by the ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:6-9, John 3:14-16

Topics: Cross, Salvation

Jericho PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 16, 2024

Explores the power of faith, obedience, and God's sovereignty through the biblical account of the fall of Jericho in Joshua 6.

Good morning, church family! It's a joy to gather together on this blessed day, under the banner of Christ's love, to delve into the richness of God's Word. We are, in essence, like miners, chipping away at the rock-hard surface of our understanding, to uncover the gold and precious gems of wisdom ...read more

Topics: Crossing, Jericho

Foolish Wisdom PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 2, 2024

This sermon explores the paradox of God's wisdom in the cross, which confounds worldly wisdom, and encourages embracing God's wisdom as our guiding truth.

Good morning, dear family of faith. It is a joy to gather with you once again in this sacred space, a place where we can come together, embrace the fellowship of believers, and seek the wisdom of the Almighty God. Today, we find ourselves standing on the threshold of a profound exploration into the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Topics: Foolishness, Cross

Brotherly Affection PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 19, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus' final moments, emphasizing the importance of spiritual kinship and the role of the church as a family of faith.

Good morning, dear church family. It's a joy to stand before you today, not as a stranger, but as a fellow traveler on this road of faith we walk together. We gather here, not as individuals, but as a family united by the love of our Heavenly Father, bound by the promise of His grace, and guided by ...read more

Scripture: John 19:26-27

Topics: Cry, Cross

Man's Foolishness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 25, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power and wisdom of God revealed through the cross, challenging human understanding of suffering and wisdom.

Good morning, my beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. It’s a joy to gather with you today, to share in the fellowship of the Spirit, and to delve into the profound wisdom of God's Word. There is a quote that I am particularly fond of by the renowned preacher, Charles Spurgeon. He once said, "The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Topics: Mystery, Cross

Finished PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024

This sermon explores the profound significance of Christ's final words on the cross, emphasizing their impact on our faith, lives, and relationship with God.

Good morning, dear church family. It is a blessed day, a day that the Lord has made, and we are here to rejoice, to learn, and to grow in our faith together. Our hearts are open, our spirits are willing, and we are ready to receive the Word of God. We gather here today to discuss a topic of ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30

Topics: Cross, Finish

The Cry Of Submission PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 17, 2024

This sermon explores how Jesus exemplified surrender, submission, and sanctity in His life and death, and how we can emulate His example in our lives.

Good morning, beloved congregation. It is with joy in my heart that I greet you today, not because the world is without trials, but because we serve a Savior who triumphed over them all. And it is this Savior, our Lord Jesus Christ, whose words we will ponder and whose spirit we will seek to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:46

Topics: Submission, Cross

Good Friday PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024

This sermon explores the depth of God's love as demonstrated through His gift of Jesus, the grace of the cross, and the goodness derived from sacrifice.

Welcome, beloved, to this sacred gathering. It's truly a blessing to be here in the house of God, with each one of you, as we get ready to immerse ourselves in God's Word. Each time we come together, we are given this unique opportunity to grow, to learn, to be nourished by the holy scriptures, and ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Topics: Jesus, Cross

Moving Towards Maturity PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024

This sermon explores how to live out Christian maturity, imitate Christ, and influence others towards righteousness, by establishing a character deeply rooted in God's truth and love.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to gather together once more in this sacred space, where we can feel the warmth of God's love enveloping us, where we can sense His presence in every breath we take, and where we are reminded of His unchanging faithfulness. We're not here by accident, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:15-19

Topics: Cross, Christ