SERMONS ON GOOD FRIDAY
Prepare to preach a powerful Friday sermon with our curated resources on Christ's crucifixion. From Jesus' prayer at Gethsemane to His final words on the cross, our library of sermon outlines can bring inspiration as you prepare this year's Good Friday message.
Search below to find the sermon prep resources you need.
Or get 30 free credits when you start a Free Trial!
The CROWD around the Cross (1 of 5)
by Steve Wagers
Drawing from the rich history of "The Old Rugged Cross," Wagers reflects on the contrast between its physical origins in Michigan and its spiritual birthplace at Golgotha, emphasizing the transformative power of Jesus Christ's crucifixion.
The CRIES from the Cross (2 of 5)
by Steve Wagers
Reflect on the profound impact of Jesus's seven last sayings on the cross, contrasting them with Voltaire's unsuccessful attempts to undermine Christianity, ultimately showcasing Jesus's enduring authority and compassion.
Day One - Good Friday (1 of 3)
by Mike Stone
Good Friday's pivotal role in redemptive history as depicted in Luke 23, where Jesus's crucifixion alongside two thieves—symbolizing rebellion, repentance, and redemption—highlights the essential choice facing humanity: to be on one side of Jesus or the other, ultimately determining one's eternal destiny.
Good Friday Communion
by Robert Dawson
Looking at Jesus Christ's death on the cross, a sacrifice made once for all, was His greatest accomplishment, far surpassing human achievements by providing salvation from sin and reconciling humanity with God, a deed unmatched in its depth of love and grace.
What's So Good About Good Friday (6 of 7)
by Roger Thomas
Good Friday, initially seen as a day of great sorrow for the crucifixion of Jesus, is transformed into a day of profound hope and redemption when viewed through the lens of God's plan for salvation, emphasizing that Jesus's death is not the end but a crucial part of God's redemptive narrative that culminates in the Resurrection on Sunday.
Dinner With Jesus (1 of 4)
by Kerry Shook
Prioritize connection and relationships over the busyness of life, highlighting that true fulfillment and spiritual maturity come from focusing on Jesus, the "bread of life," and engaging deeply with others through intentional, screen-free gatherings and Life Groups, ultimately encouraging individuals to see and be seen in the context of genuine, Christ-centered community.
The Lord's Supper
by Marvin D. Patterson
Recounting the significance of the Lord's Supper, reflecting on Jesus' final Passover meal transformed into the first Communion, emphasizing His sacrifice for sin through the breaking of bread and sharing of wine as symbols of His body and blood, ultimately calling for personal salvation and rededication to Christ in remembrance of His atonement.
The Power of the Cross
by Lenny Ports
The cross is critical in the life of a believer, acting as a barrier between us and the world's influences. The cross's message—Jesus' sacrifice for sin—enables us to live triumphantly over sin, separating from worldly values, and aligning closer with God through the transformative power of the Gospel.
A Good Friday Message: My Only Son
by Scott Maze
The sermon concludes a series on Abraham by reflecting on the emotional and faith-testing story of Abraham and Isaac in Genesis 22, highlighting the importance of tested faith, instant obedience, and a secure future in God's promise. Maze draws parallels between Abraham's test and God's provision with the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus on the cross, emphasizing that a mature and tested faith trusts God completely, even for the future.
The Earthquake of Easter
by Jeff Schreve
The life-changing power of the resurrection of Jesus Christ allows us to experience the transformation that comes from recognizing Jesus is risen, understanding that anyone can be forgiven regardless of their past, and realizing that true change and a purpose-driven life are possible through the Holy Spirit.
The CHRIST on the Cross (3 of 5)
by Steve Wagers
We look to the profound depth of Jesus Christ's sacrifice, emphasizing His role as a suffering, sympathetic, and sovereign Savior who endured verbal and physical abuse, interceded and intervened for others, and fulfilled His sacrificial mission, urging us to marvel not at the preacher or the narrative but at the Savior Himself and His unfailing hold on us, symbolized by His enduring scars.
Mediations on the Cross on Good Friday
by Patrick Edwards
Introduction: As we gather here this Good Friday evening in the dark, reflecting upon and contemplating this scene of death, this display of the wrath of an almighty, holy God against evil, I think it's only human to ask how it is that we can refer to the cross as the victory of God. Right? I mean just in this last song and in our responsive reading we've declared that Jesus' death was not defeat but triumph. For note, we're talking phrasing the cross as a victory because Jesus would rise from the dead; the empty tomb doesn't make the cross victorious. Rather the empty tomb signals that the cross was victorious. The cross...
Holy Communion (22 of 30)
by Daniel Rodgers
The sermon emphasizes the sacredness of Holy Communion, rooted in the Passover and symbolizing Christ's sacrifice for humanity's sins, and criticizes the Corinthians' disrespectful practices during the observance, urging believers to partake with reverence, self-examination, and unity, acknowledging its significance in remembering Christ's death and celebrating our eternal life through His blood.
To Those Who Feel Unfit for the Communion
by Charles H. Spurgeon
We can celebrate the freedom we enjoy under the covering of grace in the Gospel as opposed to the burdensome ceremonies and laws of the Old Testament, urging Christians to cherish and partake in the simple yet profound ordinances of baptism and the Lord's Supper with a spirit of joy, humility, and gratitude towards Christ's sacrificial love, while maintaining a life of obedience and service out of love, not legal obligation.
A Good Friday Sermon (2 of 3)
by Jonathan McLeod
The message of the cross, seen as folly to some and a source of salvation to others, reveals the depth of human sinfulness and the even greater magnitude of God's love, showcasing that through Jesus's crucifixion, sin is defeated and believers are offered salvation.
The Grace of Belonging - A Communion Meditation (2 of 6)
by Joe Alain
The Lord's Supper serves as a reminder of our belonging to God through His grace, urging us to respond by loving Him and obeying His commands as a reflection of our identity as His chosen and holy people, set apart for His purposes. This act of worship not only reminds us of our status due to God's unconditional love demonstrated through Christ's sacrifice but also challenges us to live following His will, as those truly transformed by His grace.
At Calvary He Prayed for Me
by Robert Walker
Walker looks to Jesus' final words on the cross and the dimensions of His sacrifice in ministry. This portrayal aligns with Old Testament prophecies, particularly from Isaiah, highlighting Jesus' intercessory role for humanity's sins. Through His crucifixion, represented by forgiveness, even those who crucified Him were offered salvation, illustrating the boundless scope of God's grace and the transformative power of intercessory prayer.
The Crucified Life (7 of 9)
by Eddie Snipes
Jesus' rebuke of Peter for opposing His crucifixion emphasizes the need to prioritize divine will over personal comfort, teaching the essential lesson of self-denial for spiritual life and fulfillment of God's plan.
The Revelation of the Cross
by Rex Yancey
The cross reveals the depth of God's love for humanity, the extent of human sin, the only means of salvation through Jesus Christ, the motivation for Christian service, and the eternal song of redemption celebrated in heaven.
