Sermons on Persecution Of The Jews:

Rescue Mission Series

Contributed by Tim George on Sep 18, 2001

Consider how James ends. James is writing to a severely persecuted and battered people. He is on a rescue mission and there is no time for pleasantries!

“Brethren, if anyone among you wanders from the truth, and someone turns him back, let him know that he who turns a sinner from the error of his way will save a soul from death and cover a multitude of sins.” (James 5:19-20) There are many famous last words in the annals of history. Lou Gehrig ...read more

Scripture: James 5:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessing No One Wants Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 24, 2004

“Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. Rejoice and be glad, because great is y

The Blessing No One Wants How many of you have seen The Passion of the Christ movie? As the “national conversation” continues, I hope you’re taking advantage of the opportunity to tell people why Jesus died. I’ve had a number of discussions this week about the topic with people I don’t even know. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Relationship Of Believers To Religionists

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 28, 2012

Persecution can cause the believer to stumble and fall. It can cause us to sometimes question our own beliefs. It can cause us to weaken and return to the way of false religion. It can make us not want to witness. And sometimes this persecution can ca

So far in chapter 15 of the gospel of John we have talked about: • The relationship of Jesus to the people of the world. • The relationship of Jesus to believers. • The relationship of believers to believers. • The relationship of believers to the world. Tonight we move ...read more

Scripture: John 16:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Waiting On A Word During Suffering Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 7, 2013

It is no strange thing when the godly encounter persecution by those who refuse to yield to God & His Word. May the understanding that God has brought His servants before us through persecutions minister comfort & encouragement to us in our own tribulatio

PSALM 119: 81-88 [The Ministry of The Word Series] WAITING ON A WORD DURING SUFFERING [John 16:33] We have arrived at the eleventh section of the 22 letter alphabetic Psalm. Here the psalm reveals the dark and dreary midnight of a distraught soul. The psalmist is in anguish. His soul faints ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:81-88

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Christ. You Can Kill Him. But You Can't Even Hope To Contain Him.

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Apr 25, 2003

how Peter confronted the Jews on killing the author of life, and how we are to use witnessing opportunies to do the same

April 27, 2003 Acts 3:12-20 12 When Peter saw this, he said to them: “Men of Israel, why does this surprise you? Why do you stare at us as if by our own power or godliness we had made this man walk? 13 The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, the God of our fathers, has glorified his servant ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:12-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Water, Water, Everywhere Series

Contributed by Tim White on Feb 26, 2009

As the Jews celebrated the memory of water in the desert, the Water of Life was ignored in their presence. He promised they could be a river of life.

Water, Water, Everywhere John 7:32-37 1. There is a Compulsion. (Need). (thirsts) * When one is thirsty, that becomes his focus. Illustration: * Thirst is the most painful thing. * Eudipsia is normal thirst. Hyperdipsia is temporary intense thirst, * Polydipsia is sustained excessive thirst. ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39

Denomination: Baptist

The Destroyers Of America & The Home Of The Peacemakers

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 26, 2021

Have we really come to this? The Jews and Christians fleeing the gates of the cities as progressives and secularists take control?

Have we really come to this? The Jews and Christians fleeing the gates of the cities as progressives and secularists take control? Have we really come to the final stage of civilization, total collapse? They've got us in a bind, they've really got us over a barrel. We stand near the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 33:1-17

Denomination: Salvation Army

People Prone To Sin Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Dec 30, 2019

The Israelites and non-Jews and all people including us are all prone to sin but God gives us a solution!!

Before we learn from Judges 8 this morning, open your Bibles to Judges 6 and summarize with me what happened: Judges 6:33-34…. Judges 7:22-23…. Keep those truths in mind as Janet Hansen comes up now and read for us Judges 8…….. Let us read along with Janet……. If we look at the story ...read more

Scripture: Judges 8:1-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

36. From Law To Grace Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 5, 2018

The Jews, by their stubbornness in rejecting the grace of God extended to them, unwittingly gathered all humanity into God’s embrace.

[IN GOD’S IMAGE 36 – FROM LAW TO GRACE] This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with God in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:16, Colossians 2:14, Genesis 22:17-18, Galatians 3:29, Romans 5:15, John 1:17, John 14:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

Lesson From Haggai

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Jul 24, 2022

The minor prophets are not only full of prophecy. They contain messages that are as timely today as they were when they written to the Jews of the day.

Haggai By Joe Mack Cherry I. Background A. Babylonian Captivity 1. Lasted from 606 BC to 536 BC 2. Jeremiah prophesied of it a. He was not taken; he was left behind with other older Jew man, along with some women and children. b. During this time, he wrote the book of Lamentations. c. Got wind ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:5, Haggai 2:15, Haggai 2:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Standing On The Word Of God Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Aug 14, 2023

To stand strong, make sure you are being discipled by fellow believers and by faithful Bible exposition.

Standing on the Word of God 2 Timothy 3:10-17 Rev. Brian Bill August 12-13, 2023 A week ago, Beth and I were in New Jersey where I spoke at a Bible Conference at America’s Keswick. The good news is you guys finally had some good preaching around here as Pastor Chris and Pastor Kyle faithfully ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Faithful And Unfaithful Servants (Isaiah 22:15-25; Revelation 3:7-13) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Oct 22, 2025

Focus is on the "key of David" as being about access to David's house/kingdom. Jesus has this key. Also, a focus on how Rev. uses OT in a not-straightforward way. Prophecy-fulfillment is not a good core model to use.

Last week, we took a one week rabbit trail into the first part of Isaiah 22. Today, we'll begin by finishing off Isaiah 22, reading the second oracle in that chapter. I will then more or less smoothly transition back to Revelation, to the letter addressed to the church in Philadelphia. So ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 22:15-25, Revelation 3:7-13, Isaiah 45:14, Isaiah 49:22-23, Isaiah 60:14-16  (view more)  (view less)

Jesus Uniting Enemies Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Apr 9, 2018

In this section of Luke we find individuals and groups of people – the Roman Soldiers, the Sanhedrin, Pilate and Herod – all uniting together against Jesus. In the face of such unity we need to ask the question – “Are we on the wrong side?”

Message Luke 22:63-23:12 Jesus Uniting Enemies Example Uniting for a common cause. Describe a bad car accident • People will rush to help. • No-one really votes on a leader, but everything just gets organised. • Blankets, water, shade. • People comforting. People who are not normally working ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus And The Sabbath Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Sep 20, 2014

Jesus did not celebrate the seventh day Sabbath according to the traditions of men but according to the "Spirit of the Law" and to fulfill the Mosaic Covenant.

Sabbath: Jesus and the Sabbath Here is the previous CONTEXT for today’s message: Genesis 2:1: The Sabbath was a Holy Day for man to Delight in God as The Creator. Ex. 20:8-11: Remember God as Creator. Deut. 5:12-15: Observe God as Redeemer. 2 Cor. 3: The Letter of the Law kills, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Smyrna Series

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Sep 28, 2003

1. History of Smyrna (Modern day Izmir) 2. The Trials/Tribulations they faced. 3. Worsening Persecution 4. Their reward

September 21, 2003 Title: 7 Churches of Revelation: Smyrna Text: Rev. 2:8-11 Introduction 1. During this series on the 7 Churches of Revelation, there are several things that we want to happen. A. We want to understand that Jesus is walking amongst the lampstands... He is walking amongst ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Nazarene