Sermons on Theology Of The Cross:

Church And Eucharist Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 10, 2009

the Church is able to celebrate and worship the mystery of Christ in the Eucharist “precisely because Christ first gave himself to her in the sacrifice of the Cross.

January 12, 2008 Sacramentum Caritatis Through His Divine Son, the Father created the world. Through the same Son, He also recreated the world, once Jesus had been made–in the words of the letter to the Hebrews–perfect (complete) through suffering. “The Fathers of the Church often meditated on ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Catholic

The Last Seven Words Of Jesus

Contributed by Tim Smith on Apr 9, 2009

This is a sermon reflecting on each of the last sayings of Jesus on the cross and used in a Good Friday Service with a sung response between each saying

The Last Seven Words of Jesus First Saying: "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing."
 Prayer was been a part of Jesus’ life. There was an ebb and flow in Jesus’ life where he would go into the world and then retreat for time with God. Most of his prayers were for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:24

Denomination: Methodist

Band Of Brothers Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jun 18, 2007

Memorial Day Sunday message comparing military sacrifices on the battlefield and Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross. Leads into Lord’s Supper observance.

*ILL>The story is told of three elderly sisters who, in their last years, lived together in a shared home. One day sister #1 stopped midway on a staircase and asked one of her sisters, "Was I going up or coming down?" Sister #2 shook her head and told her, "You were going upstairs to go to bed." ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Denomination: Baptist

Where Are You?

Contributed by C Vincent on Apr 5, 2010

A good Friday message that examines the words of Jesus on the cross, My God, My God, why have you forsaken me?

Where are you? JCC Good Friday 02.04.10 Read Matt 27:11-54 Jesus gave one sigh from the cross V 46 ‘My God, My God, why have you forsaken Me’ It was not, "Why has Peter forsaken me? Or, Why has Judas betrayed me?" Both Peter and Judas two of the disciples had both let him down One ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-54

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Polishing Of Idols

Contributed by Samuel M on Oct 3, 2024

Every message should bring a revelation of Jesus and His nature, as well as the Cross, which brings a holy fear that leads to repentance.

In a vision, God takes a young person to a big church packed with people. The sermon was good, but God was outside watching what was going on in the church. It was an inspiring ,encouraging and motivating message. But God was sad. Then God opened young person’s eyes, and he saw idols in their ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 12:25

What's In A Name--The Divine Name? Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 9, 2024

Jesus is standing between the Father and the people, very much like Moses on Sinai or in Jordan before they cross over into the land of promise.

Seventh Sunday of Easter 2024 Today we celebrate the Seventh Sunday of Easter, so we have had six full weeks since our Resurrection day. Most US Catholics today celebrate the Ascension of Jesus, but we operate here on the calendar that prevailed for almost two thousand years, until the US bishops, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7, Acts 1:15-26, 1 John 4:11-16, John 17:11-19

Denomination: Catholic

No More PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 8, 2024

This sermon explores the fulfillment of prophecy in Jesus Christ, the significance of His sacrifice on the cross, and the importance of steadfast faith in His finished work.

Grace and peace to you, beloved friends and family. It is always a joy to come together in the house of the Lord, where we are welcomed with open arms, no matter our past, our doubts, or our struggles. Today, we're going to open the precious pages of Luke's Gospel, where the words of our Lord Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:31-33

Topics: Finished

The Cry Of Salvation PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 16, 2024

This sermon explores the promises of God proclaimed at the cross, focusing on Jesus' assurance of paradise to the penitent thief in Luke 23:40-43.

Good morning, beloved! It's a joy to gather with you today as brothers and sisters united in Christ. We're here to grow together and to learn together at the truths of our faith. Today, we are looking at a powerful scene. It's a scene that takes place on a hill called Golgotha, where our Savior, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:40-43

Topics: Jesus' Cry, Salvation

For The Sake Of The Gospel PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 20, 2024

This sermon explores the Christian call to self-denial, embracing the cross, and committing to discipleship, as a path to truly experiencing Christ's saving grace.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters in Christ, to our gathering today. We are here, not as strangers or as mere acquaintances, but as a family united in the love of our Lord Jesus Christ. We are gathered, not under the roof of a grand cathedral or the canopy of the sky, but under the banner of His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Topics: Jesus Predicts His Death

It Is Finished PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 22, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus' journey to the cross, His righteousness as our judge, and the triumphant completion of His mission, offering hope for believers.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. We gather here today, not as strangers, but as a family knitted together by the love of God, bound by the sacrifice of His Son, Jesus Christ, and empowered by the indwelling of His Holy Spirit. We are here to share in the Word, to find nourishment ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30

Topics: Jesus, Completes, Task

It Is Finished PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 22, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus' journey to the cross, His righteousness as our judge, and the triumphant completion of His mission, offering hope for believers.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. We gather here today, not as strangers, but as a family knitted together by the love of God, bound by the sacrifice of His Son, Jesus Christ, and empowered by the indwelling of His Holy Spirit. We are here to share in the Word, to find nourishment ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30

Topics: Jesus, Completes, Task

You Will Be Surprised PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 24, 2024

This sermon explores our dependence on God's Spirit, the unpredictability of His path, and the call to self-denial and cross-bearing in following Jesus.

Good morning, beloved. I trust that the Lord has kept you well and that you are eager, as I am, to delve into the richness of His Word today. I am grateful for your presence, whether in person or online, and I am confident that God has something special for each and every one of us today. Our focus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Topics: God's Unpredictability

Live A Life Of Surrender PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 9, 2024

This sermon explores the call to surrender our desires and plans, carry our cross, and find true life in following Jesus Christ.

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, I stand before you today with a heart full of joy and anticipation. We gather here, in this sacred sanctuary, a place where we are reminded of the enduring love and unending grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. We come together, not as strangers, but as a family ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-25

Topics: Surrender

The Piggy Bank Burped

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 19, 2025

Heaven’s currency is grace. Stop feeding the piggy bank of performance — the cross has already paid every debt in full.

Part 1 – Earth’s Economy They tell me gold passed four thousand dollars an ounce last week. The financial networks lit up like Christmas trees—investors smiling, anchors breathless, everyone announcing, “Buy gold before it’s too late!” It happens every time the world feels a little shaky: we all ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:11-25, John 19:30, Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 3:24-25, 2 Peter 1:18-19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Greatest Comeback In History Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

The sermon explores the concept of Jesus' statement "it is finished" on the cross, emphasizing that it was not a declaration of defeat, but a proclamation of victory over sin and death.

When Jesus said “it is finished”, as He hung on the cross, He gave up His spirit and He died. To many, this may have seemed like a defeat. The Evil One thought he had finished Jesus. The Roman soldiers thought they had finished Jesus. The religious elite thought that they had finished Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-38

Topics: Victory In Jesus, Resurrection, Defeating Sin

Sermon Series: The Greatest Comeback