Sermons on Persecuted Christian:

Show Your Faith

Contributed by Dennis Fox on Oct 22, 2023

Jesus says he will stand for us on Judgment Day. Will you stand up for him now or will you hide in the shadows.

Show Your Faith We’ve found out something interesting. Reality TV has nothing to do with reality. I’m betting that is a shock to no one. Karen and I had watched a reality show about couples who met abroad, until it turned into nothing but a parade of the absurd to the point we couldn’t even ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16-19, Matthew 10:21-39

Denomination: Other

Why Are We To Prepare Ourselves For Persecution?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Mar 30, 2025

We should not be afraid of what may happen to us because of our faith. Trust in God to help guide us through what we may face.

Why Are We to Prepare Ourselves for Persecution? Matthew 10:16-42 In verses sixteen - eighteen: The resistance of the Pharisees would resemble assaulting wolves. The only expectation that the disciples have is to seek their Shepherd for assurance. We might even confront comparable aggression. Like ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16-42

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Matthew 5 - Part 9 - Ever Been Criticised And Abused For Being A Christian? Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Dec 29, 2009

Unfortunately for many Christians, compromise is easier than being criticised and no-one would ever know that they are Christians, or if they do know, they are disappointed by the kind of example that is given.

Matthew 5 - Part 8 - Have you ever been criticised and abused for being a Christian? One of my jobs some years ago was working with disabled people. I remember working with a young Christian woman and my job was teaching her how to read. She would readily share her faith to others and I enjoyed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Doing The Will Of God When Your Faith Is Under Fire - Part 1

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Nov 19, 2020

Today Christians all over the world are under fire for their faith. Even in the United States of America, Christians are being persecuted because of their faith in Jesus Christ...

Background (1 Pet 1:1 NKJV) Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To the pilgrims of the Dispersion in Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, In this letter, the Apostle Peter is addressing Jewish Christians who had been persecuted and fled their homes and lands. These people were called ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Take A Bold Stand For The Lord Jesus Christ! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 11, 2022

We must... 1. Recognize that we are in a great spiritual struggle (vs. 1-11). 2. Strive to live by God's standards (vs. 4). 3. Live for the Lord in a sacrificial way (vs. 9-11). 4. Go to Jesus for the strength to stand (vs. 12).

Take a Bold Stand for the Lord Jesus Christ! The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 14:1-12 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared June 11, 2022) MESSAGE: *Over the last few weeks, we have been studying Matthew 13, and there Jesus began to explain His Kingdom to His followers. The Lord taught them through a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer – God’s Prescription For Persecution Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 19, 2023

Message 12 in a series through James that helps us explore the relationship between faith and works in our lives. James was the half-brother of Jesus and the leader of the church in Jerusalem.

There is a phrase we often use in our culture – we saved the best for last. I don’t know if the last part of James 5 is the BEST section because it is hard to measure that quantifiably. But one I can say for certain is that it is no doubt one of the most debated sections of the book of James and ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Surviving The Coming Days

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Oct 19, 2015

Christian persecution and how to survive it.

“Surviving the Coming Days” Matthew 24:6-13, 24 October 13, 2015 6 You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed. Such things must happen, but the end is still to come. 7 Nation will rise ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:6-24

Denomination: Holiness

The Noise Of Battle

Contributed by John Harvey on Nov 2, 2004

In observance of the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, we must understand that persecution is a battle that is real.

The Noise of Battle International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church Intro: Video from Open Doors In the 20th century more believers were martyred for their faith than all the previous centuries combined. An estimated 200 million Christians currently live in areas where their faith in ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

Be Christian!

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Aug 26, 2007

If being a follower of Christ means something, prove it!

If you want the free powerpoint that goes with this sermon, please email me (jaywmc@aol.com) and reference this sermon title. Be Christian! James 1:19-27 If being a follower of Christ means something, prove it! Sunday Morning Sermon 08.26.07 Intro: (Start with title and text) What would happen if ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christians...

Contributed by Chris Layton on Jul 31, 2013

If you were to ask people in a crowded restaurant how many are Christians most would probably raise their hand. But when you ask what does that mean; well, you would get many different answers. So, how can we tell the true from the false?

Title: “Christians…” Text: Acts 11:19–26 Introduction: I’ve been thinking—always a dangerous thing for a Baptist preacher, I know—but what does it really mean to be a Christian? Is it walking an aisle? Shaking a preacher’s hand? Maybe it’s when you get baptized? (Though I’ve seen some folks go ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

Christians! Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jul 7, 2014

What are we as Christians and how are we to relate to one another?

Let us continue to learn from our Loving Creator God through the Apostle Paul as he writes a letter to a Christian Brother named Philemon and his church. Because all Scriptures is God-breathed, the Apostle Paul was the instrument to relay God’s message. Open your Bibles to Philemon…. ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Persecution Vs The Insuppressible, Irresistable Gospel Series

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Sep 8, 2011

The gospel and the Holy Ghost combination is unstoppable and will be victorious over all obstacles.

Acts 8 General outline 1. Introduction of Saul's exploits against the church 2. The result of persecutions against the church 3. Philip's ministry in Samaria 4. The Baptism in the Holy Ghost 5. Simon (the sorcerer) vs Simon (Peter) 6. Christ's Ambassador meets Ethiopia's Secretary of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Trials And Persecutions Drive Us Onward.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jul 6, 2022

In Acts 13, Paul and Barnabas Are Sent to the Gentiles. They travel through the Antioch region. I call it, “The Antioch calling.” Paul preaches while going back into history, He points out how men and women of God were terribly mistreated. But they kept living...

Trials and Persecutions Drive Us Onward. Acts 14:1-25TPT In Acts 13, Paul and Barnabas Are Sent to the Gentiles. They travel through the Antioch region. I call it, “The Antioch calling.” Paul preaches while going back into history, He points out how men and women of God were terribly mistreated. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:1-25, Isaiah 14:12-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christian Service & Worship

Contributed by Michael Grant on Oct 31, 2016

The example set by Mary of Bethany

Last week we looked at the subject of worship. We saw Mary’s devotion, how she humbled herself and sacrificed much giving Jesus the best she had to give. She gave the Lord the type of worship God is looking for. She was willing to give her time and energy; she was willing to give not only ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your Choice: Suffer, Or ... - 1 Peter 4:17-19 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Feb 7, 2025

The reason we must glorify God as Christians rather than being ashamed is because it is time for judgment to begin with God's house.

1 Peter 4:12 Dear friends, do not be surprised at the painful trial you are suffering, as though something strange were happening to you. 13 But rejoice to the degree that you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed. 14 If you are insulted ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:17-19