Sermons on Thieves On The Cross:

On The Cross: The Death Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Dec 7, 2021

Part 1 of a 2 part series on the Death and Burial of Jesus. By integrating the gospels, we can easily see all of the details provided in all four gospels. This message is the crucifixion story in a logical order with nothing added to Scripture and nothing taken away.

Luke 23:26-34 As the chief priests led Jesus away to be crucified, they laid hold of Simon the Cyrenain. Simon, (the father of Alexander and Rufus - Mark 15:21), was coming out of the country. They laid the cross on him, so that he could carry it behind Jesus. A great company of people and women ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-49, John 19:17-37, Mark 15:21-41, Matthew 27:32-56

Denomination: Baptist

"All Because Of The Cross!”

Contributed by Grady H Moore on Feb 21, 2022

Here in verses 54-57, Paul describes the rapture and the resurrection of the believers in the Lord Jesus.

Here in verses 54-57, Paul describes the rapture and the resurrection of the believers in the Lord Jesus. *We notice 3 things about that great event. I. Because of the Cross, we have VICTORY. v57 Because of… the finished work of Jesus on that cross! II. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:54-58

Incidents On The Way To The Cross

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Apr 2, 2023

'Incidents on the way to the cross' - Luke chapter 22 verse 63 to chapter 23 verse 25 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info )

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Jesus & the Council (Chapter 22 verses 63-71) (2). Jesus & Pilate (#1) (chapter 23 verses 1-7) (3). Jesus & Herod (chapter 23 verses 8-12) (4). Jesus & Pilate (#2) (chapter 23 verses 13-25) SERMON BODY: • We all know and have probably used the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:65-71, Luke 23:1-25

Denomination: Brethren

From Glory To The Cross

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Apr 3, 2023

A sermon for Palm Sunday, Year A

April 2, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Matthew 26:14-27:66 From Glory to the Cross Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Jesus’ final week began in glory, but it ended with the cross. The week began on a triumphant ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Lutheran

From The Cross To Resurrection

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Apr 8, 2023

An integrated gospel account of the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus, including His suffering on the cross, His death and burial, and His resurrection. Prophecies fulfilled and scripture references for “What Happened Next” are also included.

Journey to Calvary As the chief priests led Jesus away to be crucified, he fell beneath the weight of the cross. His back was torn and bleeding. He was weakened from blood loss. They grabbed Simon, a Cyrenian who was coming out of the country, from the crowd and forced him to pick up the cross ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:32-65, Mark 15:21-47, John 19:16-42

Denomination: Baptist

The Contrary Is Crossed Out

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 13, 2023

Do not stumble upon what He has taken away.

Col 2:13 And you, being dead in your sins and the uncircumcision of your flesh, hath he quickened together with him, having forgiven you all trespasses; 14 Blotting out the handwriting of ordinances that was against us, which was contrary to us, and took it out of the way, nailing it to his ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus And The Cross In Mark Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on May 15, 2023

Jesus endured the cross, despising the shame (Hebrews 12:2) He surrendered his mortal body according to John 10:18, Just as he said: “No one takes [my life] away from me, but I lay it down of my own free will...” The cross is not a religious symbol but an instrument of death.

Mark 15:34-37 Jesus and the Cross in Mark Introduction: According to Mark, the "theology of the cross" (theologia crucis) is the only way to achieve glory by way of rejection and the cross as explained in the divine parabola in Philippians 2:5 by Apostle Paul. Mark is silent about the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:34-37

Denomination: Methodist

The Cross Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Samuel M on Sep 13, 2023

Whatever we lost at the Mankind’s fall is very less in comparison to the failure or negligence to receive or experience the vast riches available at the Cross of Jesus Christ. The treasures available and accessible at the Cross are far larger than those in the Garden of Eden.

Whatever we lost at the Mankind’s fall is very less in comparison to the failure or negligence to receive or experience the vast riches available at the Cross of Jesus Christ. The treasures available and accessible at the Cross are far larger than those in the Garden of Eden. We lose so much ...read more

Scripture: John 19:18

Go! And Reflect On The Cross Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 24, 2025

Matthew 27:25 is a passage that carries both profound weight and incredible significance.

Go! And Reflect on the Cross Introduction Today, as we continue our journey through the Word of God, we approach a passage that carries both profound weight and incredible significance. Our key text is Matthew 27:25 (NLT): "And all the people yelled back, 'We will take responsibility for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:25, Romans 3:23, Isaiah 53:5, 2 Corinthians 5:21, John 3:16, Romans 5:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Cries From The Cross

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 3, 2024

Good Friday Service with First Hispanic Church of LaGrange (English & Spanish)

1) Padre, perdónalos Y Jesús decía: «Padre, perdónalos, porque no saben lo que hacen». Y los soldados echaron suertes, repartiéndose entre sí Sus vestidos. (Luk 23:34) Luke 23:34 ESV And Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” And ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34, Luke 23:43, John 19:26-27, Matthew 27:46, John 19:28, John 19:30, Luke 23:46  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross (Mark 15)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 8, 2024

What do we do about the events of the cross? Let's look at Mark 15.

How did Jesus answer false accusations? Why did they release an insurrectionist instead of Jesus? What time was the crucifixion? Who else was crucified with Jesus? Did people mock Jesus? Did Jesus quote a Psalm on the cross? After about 6 hours on the cross, when did Jesus die? What happened to the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross: The Way To Servanthood PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

The main point of this sermon is to understand the cross as a ransom for all, a call to servanthood, and a model for our lives, emphasizing the importance of selfless service and sacrifice in following Jesus.

Good morning, family. Today we’re going to dive deep into a passage from Mark. It’s a passage that highlights three profound aspects of the cross: The Cross as a Ransom for All, The Cross as a Call to Servanthood, and The Cross as a Model for our Lives. Let's read together from Mark 10:32-45. "They ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-45

Topics: Jesus, Cross, Relationship

Cry From The Cross

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 12, 2025

At Calvary Jesus drank the full cup of God’s wrath and endured the ultimate loneliness so that we can be forgiven, never forsaken, and live in unshakable peace.

Introduction – Point Me to the Cross A little girl was lost on her way home. A policeman asked, “Can I help you?” She replied, “Just point me to the cross and I’ll find my way home.” Her house stood beside a church with a great cross. All heaven is interested in the cross of Christ. All the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:27-54, 1 Corinthians 1:18

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Gifts From The Cross Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 17, 2025

We find several priceless gifts from the Cross of Jesus: Reconciliation, Justification, Redemption and Propitiation. Today is the day of Salvation!

ALLELUIA! HEAR THE GOOD NEWS! JESUS CHRIST HAS RISEN FROM THE DEAD JUST AS HE SAID HE WOULD! SIN IS DEFEATED AND DEATH HAS BEEN CONQUERED. THE WORK OF JESUS CHRIST ON EARTH CAN NOW BE SUMMARIZED INTO ONE WORD – VICTORY! COLOSSIANS 2:13-15, “YOU WERE DEAD BECAUSE OF YOUR SINS AND BECAUSE YOUR ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18, Colossians 2:13-15, Colossians 1:22, Romans 3:22-24, Galatians 4:4-5, Hebrews 2:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Love Nailed To The Cross

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 17, 2025

The crucifixion of Jesus Christ is not just a historical event—it is the greatest demonstration of love the world has ever known.

LOVE NAILED TO THE CROSS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 5:8 Supporting Texts: John 3:16, 1 John 4:9–10, Galatians 2:20, Isaiah 53:5–6, Ephesians 3:17–19 INTRODUCTION: The crucifixion of Jesus Christ is not just a historical event—it is the greatest demonstration of love the world has ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God