Sermons on Persecution Of The Jews:

The Forbidden Chapter Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 2, 2024

Jews don't read Isaiah 53 in the Synagogue anymore. Why not? Is it because of what they don't understand in that chapter, or because of what they do?

Many people refer to Isaiah 53 as being the “forbidden chapter” of the Bible! For centuries, Jewish synagogues would include this chapter in their yearly readings. But not anymore. Today when Jewish people read Isaiah 52 in the Synagogue, they stop before they get to end of the chapter (at verse ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Barging In

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Dec 10, 2024

A woman of a low class barges into a Pharisee's home to plead for forgiveness from Jesus. He grants her the request. It shows that the common Jews desired the Messiah!

Barging in Luke 7:40-50 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H Koplitz 40 And Jesus answered, and said to him: Simon, I have something to say to thee. He said to him: Say it, Rabbi. Jesus said to him: 41 There were two debtors to a certain creditor; the one owed him five hundred denarii, and the other fifty ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:40-50

Denomination: United Methodist

Culture Clash - Psychic Network Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Jan 3, 2010

When everything is theoretical,everyone loves to coexist, everyone celebrates diversity. Interfere with their lifestyle and you become part of the problem, not part of the solution.

To say that there is one God hinders social harmony. To claim that there is only one way to salvation is an affront to our diversity. To allege that a belief is wrong is the ultimate bigotry. Christians are the problem - Christians not part of the solution. Paul and his companions run into ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Joyful Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 26, 2021

James wrote to believers facing tough times. Their troubles ranged from personal trials to disabling doubts, from persecution for following Christ to the lure of respectability in their community and the dangers of spiritual pride.

I. There are certain realities of life common to all believers – 1:2-1:18. A. Trials and testing will come and can be overcome -- 1:2-8. 1.A.2. Lesson Title: Be joyful LESSON 1.A.2. – BE JOYFUL TEXT – James 1:2 (KJV) My brethren count it all joy when ye fall into divers ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2

Denomination: Baptist

Paul The Apostle's Preaching Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 4, 2018

To establish that the man of God cannot be silent regarding the word of the Lord. Even amidst threatenings, persecutions and the fear of death; he will speak the truth boldly, in the face of dignitaries, dungeons, or degenerated people.

INTRODUCTION Outline. Paul the Apostle’s Preaching Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing the third lesson in our series on the theme: “We cannot but speak.” This lesson deals with the challenges of the men of God that speak the word of God in truth. We will see how neither ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An Outline Of Acts 28:17-31

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Feb 16, 2024

These last verses of Acts describe Paul's ministry to the Jews of Rome and their reaction. Luke gives a summary of what he did for two years. May we always be faithful even as Paul was!

The Dialogues: Paul’s Messages to the People His Meeting with the Chief of the Jews Text, Acts 28:17-31, KJV: 17 And it came to pass, that after three days Paul called the chief of the Jews together: and when they were come together, he said unto them, Men and brethren, though I have committed ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:17-31

Denomination: Baptist

Dirty Backyard

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 28, 2021

There is little hope of revival or a large harvest of souls until we clean up our own backyard.

I believe there are too many dictators among the cessationists and too many false prophets and con artists in the Charismatic movement because people do not read the Word in context. Their hermeneutic is experience, not sound doctrine. In the Cessationist groups if you question a pastor you get ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:19-20, Acts 4:29-31, Matthew 7:21-23, Acts 2:1-13, Matthew 18:15-20, Romans 16:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Who Can Stand? The Church!, Part 2 (Revelation 7:9-17) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on May 21, 2023

A no-rapture, academically rigorous reading of Revelation. Life is hard now. It will be harder later, and Revelation prepares us to accept that, and to be faithful in tough times.

Last week, we worked our way through the first vision of Revelation 7, which describes the sealing of the 144,000, from the 12 tribes of Israel. I argued that this was a vision of the church. Israel, is the church. The church, is Israel. I gave a few arguments in support of this, but I left out ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:9-17

People Of Praise Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Mar 7, 2011

God's people are those who trust Him for their righteousness and receive their praise from Him, not from man. The true Jew (from Judah- Praise) is one who is experiencing transformation from the inside out.

People of Praise Romans 2:17-29 Intro: One of the lessons I’m beginning to learn in my life and ministry is that less can often be more. Less exercise can become more health problems. Less food can become more quality of life. Less is also more when life becomes too complicated and we try to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:17-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Live To Honor God Series

Contributed by Edward Walker on Nov 6, 2006

It is easy to compromise—to live as the world lives. But, God has called us to courage—to honor Him, regardless of the pressure or persecution this world affords.

Live to Honor God Daniel 1:1-21 Introduction 1. This evening I will begin an intense journey through the Book of Daniel. 2. The Book of Daniel demonstrates that God is in Control—the control of our destinies, of governments, and nations. 3. The nation of Israel and their sin led them into ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"What's So Periloous About The Perilous Generation?"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Apr 27, 2005

This message will surprise you. What makes living in the last generation so perilous? It is not so much because of "great persecution,: but more over because of the "great temptations!"

Title of the message: “The Perilous Generation” Introduction: What is to be so perilous about living in the perilous generation? What is it that this generation will have to overcome? I have read the Book of Revelations. I know of the horrors that will ensue following the rapture of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

But It's Not Fair: Unjust Suffering Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 11, 2007

Believers strengthen their resolve in persecution when they are armed with an understanding of the 1) Attitude of Christ, 2) the Will of God, 3) the Transformation from the past, and 4) the Hope of eternal life.

When 53-year-old Danny Anderson was feeding his horses Monday night, a 5-foot rattler slithered onto his central Washington property. Anderson and his 27-year-old son, Benjamin, pinned the snake with an irrigation pipe and cut off its head with a shovel. A few more strikes to the head left it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-6

Denomination: Other

A Powerful Church

Contributed by Alton Coleman on Feb 4, 2008

In spite of the persecution and opposition it endured, the early church was a powerful church. They experienced and operated in the power of the Holy Spirit daily. The Lord desires no less for His church today.

A Powerful Church Scripture Reading: Acts 4:5-35 Scripture Text: Ephes. 3:20 Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us, Ephes. 3:20 [Living] Now glory be to God, who by his mighty power at work ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:5-35

Denomination: Church Of God

All Things In Common

Contributed by Chris Surber on Mar 1, 2008

The pressures of persecution brought the early Church closer together and closer to God. If we allow the pressures of our life to be redeemed by God then they will draw us closer as well!

All Things In Common, Acts 2:38-47 Introduction It happened at the noonday luncheon of the local Rotary. The dishes had been cleared away, and the meeting had been called to order. After the reception of new members and the introduction of visitors, the chairman asked who of those present ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38-47

Denomination: Christian Church

Our Citizenship In Heaven "Sermonette"

Contributed by Jeremy Moore on May 17, 2018

Given all of the persecution of the times, Paul gives hope to the Philippians by telling them that they have citizenship in heaven. We are called to stand firm in our faith in result.

In my sermon this morning I have three points that I would like to point out as we go through the passage of Philippians 3:20-4:1. These are Firstly, that we have citizenship in heaven. Second that we await the fulfilment of the promise that Jesus will return, and thirdly that we have another ...read more