Sermons on Words From The Cross:

Lessons From Failure Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 21, 2024

When you have failed, appreciate the past, stay faithful in the present, and trust God for the future.

Several years ago, Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Bob Patterson described one of his pitches, which the Cincinnati Reds' Barry Larkin hit for a game-winning home run: “It was a cross between a screwball and a change-up. It was a screw-up” (Wall Street Journal, 7/9/96; Leadership, Vol. 17, no.3; ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-25, Hebrews 11:23, Acts 7:22, Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Lessons From The Titanic

Contributed by Rich Cook on Apr 25, 2012

Lessons and warnings that led to the sinking of Titanic, and challenges for Christians and the church.

Titanic Much of this sermon is original. However I’ve picked up thoughts, points, illustrations and quotes from many sources. 1. (Slides 1-5) Always been fascinated with the Titanic, elementary school library book, Titanic was found when I was in high school, the movie (James Cameron pitched ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:13

Denomination: Nazarene

From Judgment To Hope

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 7, 2022

Zephaniah's purpose was to rattle the people of Judah from their sin and complacency and urge them to repentance and return to God.

Zephaniah had cautioned the people of Judah that if they would not repent of their transgressions and return to God, all of Judah would be punished. This whole book is filled with the impending correction to come from God, but with love. The phrase “the day of the Lord” is stated seven times in the ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 1:14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Creating Or Destroying With Our Tongue Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 25, 2025

How can you use your words to bless others and to demonstrate the love of Christ?

As believers, we often underestimate the power of our words. The Bible reminds us that our tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit (Proverbs 18:21). In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical significance of our words and how they can either bless or ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:26-28, Romans 12:14

From Doubting To Doing Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Jun 13, 2003

Just as Thomas was at heart a sincere follower, so too must we reach out and touch Jesus by faith.

John 20:24-29 – From Doubting to Doing Harriet, the church gossip and self-appointed supervisor of the church’s morals, kept sticking her nose into other people’s business. Several residents were unappreciative of her activities, but feared her enough to maintain their silence. She made a ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

"From Religion To Relationship"

Contributed by David Henderson on Apr 12, 2011

We come this morning to one of the most familiar passages of scripture in the Bible. Certainly most of us have memorized John 3:16 than any other verse ion the Bible. Preschoolers can recite it. Football fans paint it on signs and sit in the end zone.

“From Religion to Relationship” John 3:1-16 Billy Graham tells the story of the time early in His ministry when he arrived in a small town to preach a revival meeting. He had arrived a bit early so he decided to finish a letter he was writing and get it in the mail. He finished the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Message From The Angel

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Apr 25, 2011

The message from the Angel to the women serves as encouragment and help to all believers for all the ages.

The Message of the Angel Matthew 28:1-10 * (TEXT) Messages fill our days. We can get ‘messaged out!’ Between text messages, email messages, voice mail message, and phone calls to say nothing of the many messages receive in person, snail mail, & ‘body-language messages’ ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

From Fear To Faith

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Aug 8, 2022

A sermon for the Sundays after Pentecost, Year C, Lectionary 19

August 7, 2022 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Genesis 15:1-6; Luke 12:32-40 From Fear to Faith Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Two explorers were on a jungle safari when suddenly a ferocious lion jumped in front of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-40, Genesis 15:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

A Voice Of Continuance Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 10, 2022

Our passage contrasts the difference between people & God. People are temporary & they change. By contrast, God & His promises are sure. His promises never fail for His Word endures forever.

ISAIAH 40: 6-8 [ADVENT I SERIES PART III] A VOICE OF CONTINUANCE [ Psalm 103:15–17; James. 1: 21-25; 1 Peter 1:23- 25] The voice has just told us that fallen humanity will be visited by the eternal God who will indwell His people. We are told to proclaim these glad tidings with the strong ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Inspiration And Perspirarion

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 12, 2014

Jesus warns of tough times and provides us His Word to lead and guide us in our lives. We say that we live by HIs word, but are we? Is it inspiration and perspiration?

Inspiration and Perspiration 2 Timothy 3:16-3:17 Introduction- Turn with me to 2 Timothy chapter 3 I want to take a look at what most of us here would say is the Word of God that they live bye. We believe every word and know that it is the inspired Word of God. Some will say that they ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Nazarene

A Lesson From The Onion Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 27, 2007

Christ’s love is designed to saturate the whole person giving new life and new purpose.

LESSONS FROM THE GARDEN: ONIONS Matthew 9:1-8 Sermon Objective: Christ’s love is designed to saturate the whole person giving new life and new purpose. Supporting Scripture: Psalm 51; John 10:10; John 15:11; John 17:13; Romans 15:1 We are beginning a new series today called Lessons from the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene

From Poverty To Royalty PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 23, 2023

This sermon emphasizes our identity in Christ as chosen, royal, and holy, and the transformative power of God's grace in our lives.

Beloved, I am thrilled to stand before you today, to share God's word with you, and to uncover the treasures of His truth together. It is a beautiful day that the Lord has made, and we are here, gathered as one family under the banner of Christ's love. It is a privilege to be part of this family, a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9

Topics: Love, God's Love

Excerpts From The Past

Contributed by James Groce on Jul 10, 2002

The following compiled excerpts are to remind us that truth has always had its battles.

EXCERPTS FROM THE PAST The following compiled excerpts are to remind us that truth has always had its battles. WORLDLY ENTERTAINMENT ROMAN R-RATED ENTERTAINMENT 260-330 AD Lactantius "I am inclined to think that the corrupting influence of the stage is even worse [than that of the arena]. The ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lessons From A Madman

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 6, 2009

An examination of the Demoniac of Gadara and his demon possession

"Lessons from a Madman" As a former alcoholic and drug-abuser, my attention was drawn to the account given in the Bible about the Madman, the demon-possessed man of Gadara (Mark 5:1-20). His attitude/actions, before the Lord delivered him from demon-possession and he was born-again, were ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hearing From The Father

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 4, 2021

Hearing From the Lord is a decision that believers must learn early.

Hearing from the Father Joshua 24 Introduction- Good morning church! I need to hear from my heavenly Father! Amen! I need to know that I am not alone in the things that I go through! I have come today expecting that my Father has something to say to me! Not only do we need our time of prayer, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-15

Denomination: Nazarene