Sermons about Persecuting The Church

The Gift Of Persecution

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 8, 2011

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Persecution shows us that we are doing what we are supposed to do: be different and make a difference.

A little over 3 years ago, a group of students at an Alabama high school recited the Lord’s Prayer together in the lunchroom, which prompted a suit by the parents of another student. In response, Judge Ira Dement, on October 29, 1997, termed the action “religiously based ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Blessed Are The Persecuted Series

Contributed by Rich Young on Feb 11, 2001

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Eighth and final sermon on developing Christian character. Sermon includes examples of Christian persecution both in the United States and around the world.

Blessed Are Those Who Are Persecuted TEXT: Mat 5:10-12 INTRODUCTION · Finishing up series on the Beatitudes · Other sermons deal ingredients of Christian character · This one talks about the maltreatment the Christian can expect · Basic Beatitude is in verse 10; expanded on in vss ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Concern For The Persecuted

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008

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Concern for the persecuted, confirmation of faith and love, committal to the Father and the Son

A. Intro & Conclusion Shawshank Redemption- the beers • Are we desiring to live an increasingly Christ-like life? • Are we devoting our whole lives to the love of others, and the building-up of younger Christians? • Are we being picked on for being like Jesus, and how are we coping with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Praise In Persecution

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 10, 2001

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An exhortation to praise when life hurts.

Praise In Persecution We often paint the Christian life as one of utter joy and prosperity when we witness to unbelievers. Christians spend their lives trying to live up to that sales pitch. They learn to ignore the pain in their lives or accept it as punishment for their sins. They wear ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:12-13, Philippians 1:29-30

Denomination: Baptist

Encouragement For The Persecuted

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on May 7, 2007

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When we face persecution and rejection for our life in Christ, we can take courage in the fact that one day, we will find out that it was worth it all and much more.

Introduction: We can take courage in the fact that one day, all those who ridicule and persecute us for our faith, if they do not repent, will have to face God. We need to be telling others about Him so they can avoid this encounter. Pressure o Some can take more than others o We all respond ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 7:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Are The Persecuted Series

Contributed by Frank Lay on Oct 12, 2004

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As we examine this beatitude, let’s note some ways true believers are persecuted and what our reaction to persecution should be.

BLESSED ARE THE PERSECUTED Matthew 5:10-12 The Apostle Paul was describing the many different persecutions he faced in his life as a preacher of the gospel. He shared how the Lord had delivered him from from them all. He wrote, “In fact, everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

Responding To Persecution Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on May 8, 2023

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Will we experience increased persecution in the days ahead? If so, will we respond in a way that facilitates the work of the Holy Spirit, or will we respond in the flesh, pursuing worthy goals in an unworthy manner? Message examines biblical revelation of how to respond.

Intro Persecution: Will we experience increased persecution in the days ahead? If so, will we be prepared and equipped to handle it well? These are questions that naturally arise as we read our text today. It’s found in Matthew 5:10--12: “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12, Luke 6:22-26, John 3:19-20, 1 Peter 2:1-24, 1 Corinthians 4:11-18, Acts 5:41, Matthew 5:44, 2 Timothy 4:1-6, Matthew 13:1-21, Hebrews 10:26-29, Mark 8:34, 2 Timothy 2:3 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Persecuted: Why? Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on May 1, 2023

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The Beatitudes are a beautiful picture of the character of Christ and of consecrated Christians. Why would such a lifestyle depicted in the first seven beatitudes provoke persecution rather than admiration and esteem?

Intro In our study of the Beatitudes, we come to the eighth beatitude. It is recorded in Matthew 5:10: “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”i The reward declared in this final beatitude is the same as declared in the first ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, John 10:1-32, Ephesians 6:12, Proverbs 29:27, Luke 4:1-34, Ephesians 5:1-6, Acts 3:12-19, Acts 2:1-20, Acts 4:1-12, Matthew 10:32-36, 2 Corinthians 5:1-20, Mark 16:15-16, Matthew 28:11-20, Matthew 5:13-16, John 15:1-25 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Blessed Are The Persecuted

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Mar 4, 2006

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Week 8 of an 8 week sermon series on the Beatitudes that focuses on our call to stand in persecution.

BE-Attitudes February 26, 2006 Blessed are the Persecuted Funny: A Texan billionaire w/ a beautiful daughter loved having parties at his pool which was home to a 20 ft. great-white. Every night he’d issue a challenge to the men: “½ my fortune or my daughter’s hand in marriage to the man who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Handling Persecution

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Mar 14, 2011

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How are Christians to handle persecution which is expected because of faith in Christ?

There is a word that we do not hear very much in America today; the word persecution. But in other parts of the world, last year alone, over 150000 Christians were martyred. Persecution means cruel or inhumane treatment. Anyone here wants to be persecuted? No one likes to be mistreated! Just listen ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:13-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Worthy To Be Persecuted Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 30, 2013

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Peter and John rejoiced because they were persecuted for the Name of Jesus ... do we act the same today?

Worthy to be Persecuted Acts 5:17-42 Introduction - Set the stage: -- Church was beginning to see full assault persecution -- Peter and John were willing to be bold; to continue proclaiming Jesus -- (Last week) Ananias and Sapphira give us great insight into integrity -- We see that even in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:17-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Persecution And Trouble Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on May 5, 2002

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Part 3 of a 3 part series on suffering

Persecution and trouble Dealing with people will always be a difficult challenge. God has given us the responsibility to become the bridge builders. Human nature causes us to look at each situation from a selfish perspective. We will always feel wronged if we are in the short end of any given ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14-15, Matthew 5:3-13

Denomination: Baptist

Fear Of Persecution` Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 18, 2019

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We can overcome the fear of persecution by trusting God, trusting on our training, and equipping ourselves with his Word.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Today we are going to examine another fear that can stop us in our tracks. • I am almost ashamed and almost decided not to cover this topic because of the fact as of now, in the United States, we have no clue what this looks like. • However, around the world, Christians ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Comforter, And Persecution.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 6, 2024

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The Holy Spirit testifies of Jesus with us, and through us. And to God alone be the glory. Amen.

THE COMFORTER, AND PERSECUTION. John 15:26-27, John 16:1-4. 1. The Coming of the Comforter. John 15:26-27. As we enter this part of our text, it is well to note, first, the certainty of the event: “When the Comforter IS COME” (John 15:26a). But when did the disciples receive the Holy ...read more

Scripture: John 15:26-27, John 16:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Persecution Of The Godly

Contributed by Jeffrey Cox on Feb 28, 2005

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As a Christian you were promised many things, and one of these was persecution. You may have been persecuted because of your Christianity, and I have some bad news. It is not going to get any better. These are the last days, and the Bible tells us that

Persecution of the Godly by Jeff Cox I. As a Christian you were promised many things, and one of these was persecution. You may have been persecuted because of your Christianity, and I have some bad news. It is not going to get any better. These are the last days, and the Bible tells us that we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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