Sermons on Believing Thief:

The Cross Made The Difference

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 22, 2016

There were three people who were present during the trial & crucifixion who were profoundly influenced by Jesus; Barabbas, the Dying Thief, and the Centurion and his men. It was the Cross of Jesus that made the difference!

THE CROSS MADE THE DIFFERENCE Colossians 1:19-21 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: CALL FROM ALMIGHTY GOD 1. A pastor was working late on a Saturday night at the Almighty God Tabernacle. Around 10:00 PM he decided to call his wife before he left for home. 2. Although the pastor let the phone ring several ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:19-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Took Sarah

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 8, 2019

Life is tough, somehow it never turns out the way the movie pictures it, be wise and smart. The agenda of the enemy is to stop growth, multiplication and progress.

Took Sarah…… Genesis 20:2”…..Abimelech king of Gerar sent and took Sarah.” “The enemy comes to steal, kill and destroy” (John 10:10). Life is tough, somehow it never turns out the way the movie pictures it, be wise and smart. The agenda of the enemy is to stop growth, multiplication and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 20:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Seventh Sunday In Ordinary Time- The Opening Up Of A Relational Space By Forgiveness.

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 11, 2022

Forgiveness is a conditional gift offered that opens a relational space that expects a reciprocal response.

There used to be a sign in the Princeton University Book Store basement which said: "Love your enemies—it will drive them crazy." Clever but love of enemies and forgiving, commanded by Jesus in our Gospel this Sunday, is not hoping that the other person will change or trying to be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-38

Denomination: Catholic

Just Believe In Jesus Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 20, 2016

At the times of crises believe in God, just believe for the intervention of God

Mark 5:36 Just believe Do not afraid, just believe. The servants and relatives came to the ruler and said your daughter is dead. Mathew says that this man ran to Jesus as soon as his daughter died (Mt. 9:18). But mark says that he came to Jesus as she was at the verge of death. The girl was only ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:36

Denomination: Methodist

Do You Believe, Do You Truly Believe?

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Apr 5, 2014

When Jesus said, "I am the resurrection and the life," He was clearly claiming that He was the source of both After He shares this truth Jesus turns to Martha and says ' Do You Believe This?" Beloved, Do you believe this? Do "You" truly believe.

For those not familiar with an Anglican Service there are four readings of Scripture prior to the Message. The Scripture for this day were Ezekiel 37:1-14; Psalm 130; Romans 8:6-11 and John 11:1-45 An elderly man who lived alone in Idaho.....wanted to till his sizable potato garden, ....but it was ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-4, John 11:1-45

Denomination: Anglican

Lesson 8: The Individual Believer’s Present State Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 12, 2018

“Hath quickened us together with Christ” does not mean that he quickened us when we were dead in sin, but that he loved us then, and made provision for our salvation.

Commentary on the Book of Ephesians By: Tom Lowe Date: 3/11/17 Lesson 8: The Individual Believer’s Present State (2:4-10) Ephesians 2:4-10 (KJV) 4 But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us, 5 Even when we were dead ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Believer’s Confidence In Christ Phil. 1:6

Contributed by Luke Vasicek on Sep 22, 2024

Exegetical Idea: Paul is rejoicing not only in their gift but also in their sanctification and salvation, because it is guaranteed by God.

The Believer’s Confidence in Christ Phil. 1:6 Exegetical Idea: Paul is rejoicing not only in their gift but also in their sanctification and salvation, because it is guaranteed by God. Phil. 1:6 “I am sure of this…” Paul is _Certain_ the Philippians are saved. How can we be sure of our or ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Bible Church

Sermon: The Believer’s Answer Of Faith To The Advice Of Fear

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Mar 20, 2025

This psalm expresses David's trust in the Lord as all-knowing and righteous and his disappointment with the world around him. David answers the voice of fear with a confident faith in God. This world can be a scary place.

Sermon: The Believer’s Answer of Faith to the Advice of Fear Psalms 11:1-7 “In the Lord put I my trust: how say ye to my soul, Flee as a bird to your mountain? For, lo, the wicked bend their bow, they make ready their arrow upon the string, that they may privily shoot at the upright in heart. If ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:1-7, Psalm 46:1-3, Psalm 55:5-8, Psalm 82:5, 2 Peter 1:10, 2 Corinthians 13:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Sermon The Believer’s Response To Evil, Suffering And Injustice

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jun 20, 2025

Peter knew it was important for suffering saints to have the right mindset, so he warns them ahead of time to be ready to patiently endure and keep believing.

Sermon The Believer’s Response to Evil, Suffering and Injustice Scriptures: 1Peter 2:20-24 “Of course, you get no credit for being patient if you are beaten for doing wrong. But if you suffer for doing good and endure it patiently, God is pleased with you. For God called you to do good, even if it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:7, James 1:17, John 12:31, Revelation 21:4, Philippians 2:5-11, 1 Peter 2:20-24, 1 Peter 3:17-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

He Taught Them Many Parables… (The Thief And The Servants) # 19

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 14, 2022

As we look at the coming of the Lord as a thief in the night, the emphasis is on the element of surprise.

For example, a thief does not call the home that he plans to enter and say, “About one O’clock this evening I plan to arrive.” When he enters a home, he wants the element of surprise to be on his side.And the Bible tells us in Matthew 24:36, “But of that day and hour knoweth no man, no, not the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:35-40

Denomination: Baptist

Mass Repentance Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 12, 2017

Some of the believers had come into the church at Ephesus and had continued to practice magic secretly. When they got the word about the misfortune and suffering of the sons of Sceva, they determined to sever their connections with the “CURIOUS ARTS.”

August 15, 2015 By: Tom Lowe Lesson: Mass Repentance (Acts 19:18-19) Acts 19:18-19 (KJV) 18 And many that believed came, and confessed, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

Love & Joy In Believing

Contributed by Dr. Casey Adams on Oct 9, 2018

This message focuses on the importance of believing in Jesus

I. "WHOM NOT HAVING SEEN, YE LOVE; ON WHOM, THOUGH NOW YE SEE HIM NOT, YET BELIEVING, YE REJOICE GREATLY WITH JOY UNSPEAKABLE AND FULL OF GLORY" A. In the preceding verses the apostle has been speaking of the exceeding joy of the apostolic believers: 1. This in spite of bitter persecution and great ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-12, John 15:26, John 14:1-3, Romans 5:1-6, Ephesians 2:11-16, 1 John 2:1-3, Matthew 1:21, Romans 8:1, Ephesians 3:17-19, Galatians 2:20, 2 Peter 1:2-8, Matthew 22:34-37, Matthew 5:1-48, Matthew 7:12, Matthew 7:29, John 7:46, Romans 8:34, 1 Peter 1:8-9, Galatians 5:23-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

How To Be A Biblical Believer Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 31, 2021

In verse 25 James sums up the two requirements for being a truly biblical believer. Be receptive and be responsive. You start with a positive attitude and follow through with practical action.

Can a Christian be non-biblical? Can he defend teachings and practices that are contrary to Scripture? Can he reject those who are taught in God's Word? The Bible itself and history answer, yes. Yes it is possible to be a Christian who is more in love with his own opinions than with the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-25

We Believe In The Second Coming Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

If the Bible were not to teach the Second Coming of Christ, then you would be left with a potentially endless cycle where things would simply go round and round. Your view of the end of time can have a profound effect on how you live your life in the present.

We conclude this sermon series entitled Creed by examining the Bible’s teaching of the Second Coming of Jesus. If you were to travel to Rome to see Michelangelo’s fresco in the Sistine Chapel of the Vatican City, you would no doubt gaze at the iconic and best-known picture of the Sistine Chapel – ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Believers Need Encouragement

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

Aside: Believers Need Encouragement As They Apply These Tests of Fellowship 1.

Aside: Believers Need Encouragement As They Apply These Tests of Fellowship 1. The Fundamental Blessings of Salvation Should Encourage All Believers a. The Joy of Forgiveness of Sins b. The Privilege of Knowing the Father 2. The Proven Experience of Trusting the Unchanging God Should Encourage ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:12-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible