Sermons on Through The Cross:

The First Word: Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 24, 2005

An analysis of Jesus’ first word on the cross, as set forth in Luke 23:34, teaches us about forgiveness.

Introduction Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing” (Luke 23:34). Herbert Lockyer, in his book titled, All the Last Words of Saints and Sinners, says, "The last words of both saints and sinners about to enter eternity, what they had to say before their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Where We Stand Together

Contributed by Stephen Woody on May 24, 2005

As Christians and as the Church, we will often disagree, but there is one place where we all stand together, at the foot of the cross!

"WHERE WE STAND TOGETHER" (1 Corinthians 1:10-18) Introduction: LET THERE BE NO DIVISIONS AMONG YOU Paul says) Let All of You Agree With One Another Paul says) Be perfectly united and of one mind! In other words, Paul is saying that the church should stand ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18

Denomination: Methodist

Where You There? Series

Contributed by Brian Gilbert on Dec 1, 2004

This sermon attempts to help individuals find themselves at the cross of Jesus by considering several people who were there.

WHERE YOU THERE? INTRODUCTION: Where were you when…. The Space Shuttle exploded in the 1980’s? Kennedy was assassinated? You heard about the 911attacks? It is amazing how we remember where we were, what we were doing, even what we were wearing during major cultural or national events. We were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:29-44

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Six Thieves Of Calvary

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Jul 24, 2001

To show how great is the depth of God’s Son, who was willing to experience the pain of the cross for our benefit.

The Six Thieves of Calvary Matt 26:47-56 47 While he was still speaking, Judas, one of the Twelve, arrived. With him was a large crowd armed with swords and clubs, sent from the chief priests and the elders of the people. 48 Now the betrayer had arranged a signal with them: "The one I kiss is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43, Matthew 27:33-50

Denomination: Wesleyan

We Will Believe Him

Contributed by Dan Steadman on Mar 22, 2008

Do you suppose they really would have believed Jesus if He had climbed down from the cross?

Matthew 27:38-44 We Will Believe Him 23/3/08Hd Luke 23:39-43 “He saved others, but He cannot save himself. If He is the King of Israel, let Him come down now from the cross, and we will believe Him.” Mat 27:42 Do you suppose they really would have believed if Jesus had climbed down from the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being A Disciple, Part 4 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 6, 2008

Final message in series about being a disciple; examine the cost of taking up your cross and following Christ.

Being a Disciple, Part 4 Luke 9:23-26 Introduction - Read Luke 9:23-26 - We have been discussing being a disciple for the past few weeks, and today we bring the entire series to a close and wrap up the whole concept at once. - As believers, we have a price to pay that calls us first to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Happened To Me Last Friday Series

Contributed by Joel Schulz on Apr 11, 2001

This is a unique first-person narrative sermon from the viewpoint of the Centurion at the cross who exclaimed "Truly this is the Son of God!"

"WHAT HAPPENED TO ME LAST FRIDAY" Last Friday was a day I’ll never forget. I had to oversee three crucifixions. In and of itself, there was nothing unusual about that. I’ve had a lot more than that on one day - I’ve spent longer days at Golgotha. But last Friday I clocked six hours there for ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:37-39

Denomination: Lutheran

The First Word "Father, Forgive Them.” Series

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Apr 19, 2019

This short 3-min sermon is designed to be used with 6 other short sermons as the 7-words from the cross.

Jesus’ first words on the cross show us the true nature of who He is. Following judgement by Pilot, Jesus was ordered to be crucified. On the way to the cross Jesus was mocked and spit on, and beaten to the point of being physically unable to carry His own cross. When he finally arrived at The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-34, John 19:14-16

Denomination: Lutheran

The Passover

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jun 9, 2021

The Passover marked the birth of the nation of Israel and its deliverance from bondage. All of this pictures the work of Jesus on the cross.

I. The Lamb Needed 1. Nine plagues were not enough. 2. God’s patience had run out. 3. His final judgment. 4. Exodus 11 5. Death of the 1st born. a. Unless protected by the blood of the lamb. b. Romans 3:23 c. Exodus 11:5-13 6. All men are first born, who haven’t been born twice. Speaks of ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29, 1 Corinthians 5:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus The Savior Of Hell

Contributed by Pastor Joey Palomin on Dec 8, 2014

Through Jesus we have salvation

We go on living our lives so comfortable; dancing, drinking, fornication and not realizing the reality of what is to come. We as humans were damned to hell for our sin. The bible says in Romans 3:23 "For we all sinned and fall short of the glory of God." We have been wrong in our lives by seeking ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Uniqueness Of Jesus - The Tomb Opener!! (Sermon #1) Series

Contributed by Peter Naveen Saketi on Sep 17, 2021

The only person in the whole universe was raised by himself from dead and never died again is Jesus! All the others were raised by someone's prayer but then later on, died again.

Wages of sin is death! Romans 6:23 1. WHY DEATH AND TOMB COULD NOT HOLD JESUS FOR MORE THAN 3 DAYS AND 3 NIGHTS? The reason behind is, Jesus was sinless, there is no sin in Him, death & tomb's can only hold the ones who had sinned and died. In the other words we can say the requirement ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:11, John 10:17-18, Mark 16:9, 1 Corinthians 15:4, Luke 23:46, John 14:6, Matthew 12:40, Acts 2:24, Romans 6:23  (view more)  (view less)

Of Whom The World Is Not Worthy

Contributed by Michael Milton on Dec 26, 2005

The least likely people, through God’s grace through Jesus Christ, are transformed to become the heroes of the faith.

Of Whom the World Is Not Worthy Joshua 2; Hebrews 11:30-12:2 Dr. Michael Milton, Senior Minister First Presbyterian Church, Chattanooga, Tennessee Many Americans and Presidents have made their way to the center of Arlington Cemetery to a monument that is beloved by all Americans. It is the Tomb ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

To Live By Righteousness Of Law Man Needs To Do Them

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 30, 2016

To show that JESUS CHRIST is the end of the Law, thus we are made righteous because of Him and His finished work on the cross.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you righteous by the works of the Law? No. I'm righteous because JESUS exchanged His life with me. 2 Corinthians 5:21 (Amplified Bible) For our sake He made Christ [virtually] to be sin Who knew no sin, so that in and through Him we might become [endued with, viewed as being in, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

To Live By Righteousness Of Law Man Needs To Do Them

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 27, 2016

To show that JESUS CHRIST is the end of the Law, thus we are made righteous because of Him and His finished work on the cross.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you righteous by the works of the Law? No. I'm righteous because JESUS exchanged His life with me. 2 Corinthians 5:21 (Amplified Bible) For our sake He made Christ [virtually] to be sin Who knew no sin, so that in and through Him we might become [endued with, viewed as being in, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Delivered By Grace

Contributed by Timothy Dolan on Aug 2, 2008

Deliverance is by grace through faith alone.

DELIVERED BY GRACE Scripture Text: Acts 15:1-13 Introduction: What special custom or tradition do we hold so dear that it prevents the truth from being proclaimed and practiced? What prevents some from hearing and responding to the gospel message that we are delivered by grace? An article ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-13

Denomination: Baptist