Sermons on Criminals:

Four Little Words Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jul 24, 2008

’Thou shalt not kill’ - What it does and does not mean, with info. on INTENTIONAL killing [homicide, suicide, infanticide], INDIRECT killing, and INWARD killing. Link inc. to formatted text, audio & video, PowerPoint.

Four Little Words Exodus 20:13 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/4LittleWords.html “Thou shalt not kill.” In the Heb., lit. “Thou shalt do no murder” To be the shortest verse in the OT it sure has a lot of meaning and application behind it. To fully understand we need to look first at what it does ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:13

Denomination: Baptist

Forgive Them

Contributed by David Kinnan on May 2, 2013

God’s command of forgiveness becomes personal when we take ownership.

Some years ago, a 14-foot bronze crucifix was stolen from Calvary Cemetery in Little Rock, Arkansas. It had stood at the entrance to that cemetery for more than 50 years. The cross was put there in 1930 by a Catholic bishop and had been valued at the time at $10,000. The thieves apparently cut it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-34

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Trial: Pontius Pilate & Jesus!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 13, 2016

The Trial: Pontius Pilate & Jesus! John chapter 18 verse 28 to chapter 19 verse 16 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (A). PILATE & JESUS (1): Step 1: Accusation (vs 18-32): Step 2: Interrogation (vs 33-35): Step 3: Defense (vs 36-38a) Step 4: Verdict (vs 38b) (B). PILATE & JESUS (2): An Interval (Luke chapter 23 verses 6-12): A Custom (vs 39): A Final Appeal (vs 4-15): A Conclusion (vs ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

The Cross Is Our Place Of Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Mar 15, 2003

Around the cross we see the worst of Mankind but the best of God.As we study the words of Christ on the Cross let them minister to us.

Text: Luke 23:32-39 Title: The Cross is our place of forgiveness. Introduction I think we can all agree that we see Mankind at his worst at the Cross. We see the worst of mankind in four ways in our text. a.We see Jesus led out with the worst kind of people. “Two other men, both criminals, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

It Makes No Sense!

Contributed by Cooper Abrams Iii on Sep 25, 2001

A message addressing the reality of hell.

It Makes No Sense! A Message on Hell 1. As real as the Bible’s teaching on Heaven is, is its teachings on Hell. It is not a popular subject, and not a popular place. It is as negative a teaching as found in Scripture, and as emphatic as any truth in the Bible. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

It Is Finished

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 20, 2022

All seven sayings of Jesus, as He hung on the cross of Calvary, have deep and abiding meaning!

We could take each saying and preach a sermon on it. For example, we could preach on: • His prayer, when He prayed, “Father, forgive them...” The promise of paradise He made to the repentant thief, Luke 23:43, “...Verily I say unto thee, To day shalt thou be with me in paradise.” • His love ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30

Denomination: Baptist

Settle Disputes Like A Christian Series

Contributed by Andy Moyle on Feb 24, 2016

The Corinthians were pretty American - they loved suing each other. So Paul tells them to stop it and do it the grace way!

As you can see this morning we are passionate about being a gateway for the gospel to goto the nations. I want to see heaven populated with people from all nations because of what we have been partnering with the Spirit in here! Apostle Paul had a similar passion and he had a problem in Corinth ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-10

Denomination: Charismatic

Mysteries Of The Crucifixion: The 7 Sayings Of Christ On The Cross

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 5, 2021

The 7 sayings of Christ on the cross examined and explored for meaning.

The Salvation Army is mobilizing worldwide. The purpose of this mobilization is to encourage salvationists to step outside the walls of our churches and buildings, and to go into our communities to share the gospel. One of the things I like to see is when I look over, and I notice someone has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34, Matthew 27:42-44

Denomination: Salvation Army

Seeking Shelter-Refusing Refuge

Contributed by Darrell Jones on Mar 22, 2003

To have a place of refuge and to know where it is, and how to get there is not enough. You must stay in the shelter God has provided through His Son.

The Law of Moses has a spiritual meaning, as is seen from the clear references of Scripture. (Zech.9:12) "Turn you to the STRONGHOLD, ye prisoners of HOPE; even today do I declare that I will render double to thee." (Heb.6:18). "That by two immutable things, in which it is impossible for God to ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 35:9-15, Numbers 35:24-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Burial Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Apr 16, 2022

Part 2 of the Death and Burial of Jesus. In this integrated gospel account, we see the activities surrounding the burial of Jesus’ body.

Burial Joseph from Arimathaea was a counsellor. He was a good and a just man who waited for the kingdom of God. He was a disciple of Jesus, but secretly for fear of the Jews. He hadn’t consented to the counsel against Jesus or the actions the Jews had taken. (Luke 23:50-51) As evening drew near, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:50-56, Matthew 27:57-66, Mark 15:42-47, John 19:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

Visionary View: Look To The Interests Of Others Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 13, 2023

Philippians 2:3-4, is a powerful passage that calls us to "Look to the interests of others." In a world often driven by self-interest and individualism, the words of the Apostle Paul in this letter to the Philippians remind us of the higher calling we have as followers of Christ.

Visionary View: Look to the interests of others Today, we delve into the words of Philippians 2:3-4, a powerful passage that calls us to "Look to the interests of others." In a world often driven by self-interest and individualism, the words of the Apostle Paul in this letter to the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-4, Philippians 2:3, 1 Peter 5:5, Philippians 2:4, Galatians 6:2, Philippians 2:5-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Is The King Of Kings Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 2, 2023

It's so important for us as Christians to understand who Jesus is and the significance of His role as King.

Jesus is the King of Kings It's so important for us as Christians to understand who Jesus is and the significance of His role as King. In the book of Revelation, we read that Jesus is not just a king, but He is the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. So, let's explore what this means for ...read more

Scripture: John 18:36, Philippians 2:6-8, Revelation 19:16, Philippians 3:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Tale Of Three Crosses Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Apr 13, 2004

The final message in a series leading up to Easter on the Passion of Christ. This meesage focuses on the difference between the three crosses.

A Tale of Three Crosses April 11, 2004 The Passion - Luke 23:39-43 Sunday AM Intro: In reviewing the last hours of Jesus’ life, we often only see one cross dotting the Jerusalem skyline – but to the casual observer that day, the middle cross carried no special significance – just three men dying ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:38-43

Denomination: Baptist

God's Love Does Not Depend…. Series

Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Apr 18, 2003

Jesus’ love does not depend on what you can do for Him - not at all.

One of criminals who hung there hurled insults at him: “Aren’t you the Christ? Save yourself and us!” But the other criminal rebuked him. “Don’t you fear God,” he said, “since you are under the same sentence? We are punished justly, for we are getting what our deeds deserve. But this man had done ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Death Of Deliverance-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 29, 2010

Part 1 of a 2-part sermon. Mark related/described the chain of events surrounding Jesus’ death. Certain events transpired in bringing about the death of our Deliverance. But when does Deliverance die? 5 assumptions ensuring the death of Deliverance.

The DEATH of DELIVERANCE-I—Mark 15:1-47 Need: To grasp the significance of Jesus’ death on the cross & thus to wrest the Easter season from the confines of secular thinking. Mk. 9:30-32—“Then they departed from there & passed through Galilee, & He did not want anyone to know it. For He taught ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-47

Denomination: Baptist