Sermons on Thieves On The Cross:

The Cross Proclaims A Grace-Driven Purpose

Contributed by Richard Burkey on Jul 6, 2005

The truths Paul shares and the grace-driven purpose of the cross effect not only our salvation, but how we live out the Christian faith and how we minister in the name of Jesus Christ.

The Cross Proclaims a Grace-Driven Purpose 1 Corinthians 15:3-8 (3) For what I received I passed on to you as of first importance: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, (4) that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures, (5) and that he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Either At The Manger Or The Cross The Choice Is The Same

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Apr 19, 2005

The choice remains the same whether standing at the manger or standing at the cross.

I. Here we are, quickly approaching the manger. I know we must be, I saw the stores in San Angelo, TX jam packed yesterday. Consumer confidence must be higher than the news is reporting. All this hustle and bustle to get to the manger. We seem to come here every year. Same place beside the manger ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: United Methodist

The Original Christmas Tree -The Cross Series

Contributed by John Baggett on Dec 20, 2005

Original Christmas Tree - The Cross- 1- His Humble Craddle 2-His Honoring Cross 3-His Heavenly Crown - Reminds us of the Tree- Humble Trunk, Full Body and Top most Celebrated part of the tree. #6 in a series Original Christmas

Original Christmas Tree – LK 2:11-12 The Cross What comes to our mind when we stop and think about that symbol that is perhaps one of the most popular symbols of the Christmas season. I am talking of course about the Christmas Tree. Yet in my mind, I am convinced that the original Christmas tree ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

What The Cross Reveals About God Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 4, 2001

The cross reveals God’s integrity, and by experiencing the cross we can understand, experience, and live consistently with God’s integrity.

How can a person go to heaven? It sounds like such a simple question, yet so many people aren’t sure how to answer. The Christian faith has always insisted that the answer to this question of how to go to heaven is found in the cross of Jesus Christ. For the Christian faith, the cross is the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Christians Think About The Cross Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 17, 2001

Four word pictures about the death of Jesus for people investigating the Christian faith.

My wife committed her life to Jesus Christ while she was a junior in high school. Shortly after she became a follower of Jesus Christ, she had a conversation with a friend who was a Jehovah’s Witness about whether or not a Christian should wear a cross. Her friend reasoned that since the cross was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17, 1 John 2:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discipleship: Taking Up A Cross And A Shovel

Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 7, 2002

A strong challenge to full discipleship.

READ: Luke 6:46-49 We’re going to come straight to the subject matter of these verses this evening. I have no introduction, except to say that: - in verse 46 - Jesus ASKS A DAMNING QUESTION - in verse 47 - Jesus CALLS FOR DECISIVE ACTION - in verse 48 - Jesus GIVES A DRAMATIC ILLUSTRATION And ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:46-49

Denomination: Pentecostal

Two Faces Of Faith - The Cross And The Crown Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Apr 29, 2002

Faith is marked by a paradox. Sometimes we appear to lose in order to win!

Two Faces of Faith - the Crown and the Cross Text: Hebrews 11: 13, 32-40; 12: 1-3 What an inspiration to faith we’ve found in this 11th chapter of Hebrews! It’s one of the great passages of the Bible, worthy of a commitment to study and meditation. I hope you that the Word has fired up ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Do We Love The Enemies Of The Cross?

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Aug 24, 2003

How should Christians respond to those who oppose or attack Christianity?

Do We Love the Enemies of the Cross? As we watch the battle for the 10 commandments unfold in Alabama and similar scenes across the nation played out in the cultural war against Christianity, it is difficult to keep the true biblical perspective. I have watched Christians in these types of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-36, Luke 6:26-33

Denomination: Baptist

How To Manage Cross-Cultural Ministries

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001

Pastor David’s problem comes from the difference of world view assumption he has on leadership from most western style management books. First, let us examine some of the critical differences between Western and non-western assumptions about administratio

HOW TO SUCCESSFULLY MANAGE YOUR CROSS -CULTURAL MINISTRIES Introduction - Imagine Pastor David who loves his youth, successfully leads many young people to Christ, but struggles to know how to administrate his ministry. He knows his Biblical imperatives for youth ministry. He has successfully ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Social Hindrances In Cross-Cultural Evangelism

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001

Social Hindrances in Cross-Cultural Evangelism

SOCIAL HINDRANCES IN CROSS-CULTURAL EVANGELISM Introduction - Without realizing it many people fail to enter or grow in the kingdom of God because of social barriers. Many well meaning Christians have created unnecessary obstacles for millions of people who could be a part of God’s family if not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Conduct Cross-Cultural Research

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

The decisions we make are only as good as the information we based them on,’’ said a famous man. If we are trying to catch fish it makes sense that we will want to know something about the animal. What type of fish are we looking for? What are his feedin

HOW TO CONDUCT CROSS-CULTURAL RESEARCH Learning Objectives 1. Analyze why we should conduct cross- cultural research? 2. Learn the components of research. 3. Discover the Biblical basis of research. 4. Describe some of the errors to avoid in research. 5. Understand how to overcome some ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Moving Closer To The Cross - Part 2

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 24, 2007

*We must move closer to the cross to find the victory and joy God wants us to have.

Moving Closer to the Cross - Part 2 Matt 27:11-54 Sermon by: Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - April 1, 2007 *Today we will look at the darkest day in human history, the day when the holy Son of God was nailed to a cross for our sins. *Max Lucado wrote: The Cross... -It rests on the time ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-54

Denomination: Baptist

Cross Follow Disciple: Back Of The Line Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 22, 2007

A Christian is a follower of Christ, but what does it mean to be a follower? Jesus answers this question telling us to take up our cross, but what Jesus means by "take up his cross" may be very different than what we imagine it to mean.

An out-of-towner drove his car into a ditch in a desolated area. Luckily, a local farmer came to help with his big strong horse named Buddy. He hitched Buddy up to the car and yelled, "Pull, Nellie, pull!" Buddy didn’t move. Then the farmer hollered, "Pull, Buster, pull!" Buddy didn’t ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Egyptian Coffin Case And The Cross Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Robert Fa’atoia-Collins on Oct 24, 2009

Faith and Obedience kept these men of faith focus for the future and the promises of God.

Hebrew 11:22 "By faith Joseph, when he died, made mention of the departing of the children of Israel; and gave commandment concerning his bones." In the faith Hall of Fame one verse each is given to Isaac, Jacob and Joseph. It reminds us that there is something in common that links these three ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:22-26

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

When Jesus Crosses Your Path

Contributed by Allan Quak on Jan 15, 2010

There are many times when we feel like outcasts - on those occasions Jesus, who is also an outcast, crosses our path and brings us hope.

What happens when Jesus crosses your path? Well anything can happen can’t it. When Jesus crossed Peter’s path Peter went from an unschooled fisherman to a disciple. When Jesus crossed Matthew’s path Matthew went from hated tax collector to well-loved Gospel writer. When Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-26

Denomination: Baptist