Sermons on the thief in the night: showing 391-405 of 72,647

Ready Or Not He Will Come

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Nov 29, 2011

As a child I really enjoyed playing hide and go seek. Little did I realize as a child how much this game of hide and seek paralleled the Return - The Second Coming of Jesus Christ.

As a child I really enjoyed playing... hide and go seek. I loved it ...no matter if ...I was the one hiding ... trying not to get caught, ... or if I was the one seeking; ......who was trying to catch those hiding... unexpectedly. Although I have not played in quite some time, ......I do ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11, Matthew 20:26-28

Denomination: Anglican

The Flying Scroll Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 8, 2010

God has promised restoration to the repentant remnant but before that period of blessing can dawn, God must deal with stubborn & unrepentant sinners. If the way of Grace is not accepted, judgment must come.

ZECHARIAH 5: 1-4 THE FLYING SCROLL (The Sixth Vision) [Micah 4:1-8] The first five visions are certainly prophecies of hope and of glory. They abound in most glorious promises of restoration and enlargement of temporal and spiritual prosperity and blessing. These promises in the full and ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 5:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Warfare Of The Image Bearer Series

Contributed by David Oaks on Sep 22, 2004

Jesus promises us life but in the same breath says that life will be fought by a thief...

Warfare of the Image Bearer #1 Heritage Church David Oaks (This is the beginning message to accompany the congregation wide reading of Waking the Dead, by John Eldredge. Many of the thoughts and ideas come from him.) Have you ever tried to put together a puzzle without looking at the picture of ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Most Heinous Robbery In History

Contributed by Larry Finley on Sep 29, 2009

Sunday Night Memory Verses

MOST HEINOUS ROBBERY IN HISTORY 9/13/09 Malachi 3:6-10 1. Sermons proportionate to Scripture a. 500 Vs. on prayer b. LESS THAN 500 VERSES ON FAITH, c. 1 of 10 Vs – Gospels-288 subj. of money. d. 16 of 38 Parables money or possessions e. MORE THAN 2000 ON MONEY & POSSESSIONS! 2. pastor of ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Paradise Found Series

Contributed by John Sears on Mar 20, 2012

This is a 1st person drama message depicting the thief on Jesus’ right hand. The setting is paradise.

Character: Theif on Right Hand of Jesus The Setting: Paradise (Come onto stage dressed in white robes) I never expected the robes. I never expected a second chance. My name? It’s not important. But the story I share is. My life had been a pathetic mess. As long as I can remember, I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-43

Denomination: Christian Church

From Sinner To Saint Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Feb 27, 2018

During the crucifixion a man who was a certified sinner asked Jesus for forgiveness. Forgiveness was freely given and he died with no good works to his name. This is grace in action.

Message Luke 23:39-43 From Sinner to Saint Through out history the last words of people have become notorious. Let me give you a few examples. Oscar Wilde, who was a 19th century author, looked around his hospital ward and said, “This wallpaper is horrendous, either it goes or I go”. Just ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Baptist

Perseverance In A Dry Place

Contributed by Noel Atkinson on Apr 29, 2010

This sermon looks at how God honours our prayers and dedication even when we are spiritually dry. When we do not 'feel' like serving him but serve him anyway. It encourages perseverance, stretching out, prayer and faith that God can do 'big things'.

Perseverance in a dry place John Ortberg from Menlo Park Presbyterian Church recalls A man I'll call Paul (because that's actually his name) told me he recently started going to church. In his mid-seventies, with no faith background, he woke up one morning with a sudden urge to hear the pope, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 2: The Darkness Terminated. Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 7, 2018

This passage provides additional information about the work God did on the first day.

May 3, 2013 Book of Genesis By: Tom Lowe PART: I GENERAL HISTORY FROM ADAM TO ABRAHAM—Gen. 1:1-11:9. Topic #A: An Account of Creation. Gen. 1:1-2:7. LESSON I.A.2: THE DARKNESS TERMINATED. Scripture: Gen. 1:3-5. GEN. 1:3-5. (KJV) 3 And God said, Let there be light: and there was light. 4 And ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Day Between

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 26, 2016

The Church meditates on the resting of Christ in the grave on Holy Saturday.

Homily for Holy Saturday 2016 Our celebration of Tenebrae today puts us back into the second day, the day after Jesus’s death, Jesus’s one sacrifice on the Day that Changed the World. It is a day of reflection. The tabernacle in this chapel is empty. The Blessed Sacrament has been ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:1-10

Denomination: Catholic

It Is High Time To Be Awake

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jun 9, 2022

Today we’re going to look at the danger of sleeping spiritually. Romans 13:12 gives us two reasons: “The night is far spent, the day is at hand.” We are told that this is no time to sleep. It is high time to awake.

Alba 6-6-2022 IT IS HIGH TIME TO AWAKE Romans 13:11-14 They say the average American adult doesn't get enough sleep. Sleeping is a wonderful blessing. It refreshes the body and gives new strength. A Japanese transistor manufacturer scheduled 30-second "yawn breaks" into the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Prayer Is Essential Before Sleep? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 27, 2024

Sleep is a vital aspect of our physical and mental well-being, but how can we rest peacefully without first seeking God's guidance and protection?

Sleep is a vital aspect of our physical and mental well-being, but how can we rest peacefully without first seeking God's guidance and protection? Prayer before sleep is a crucial habit that brings us closer to God and ensures a tranquil night's rest. Let's explore Bible verses that ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:5, Philippians 4:6, Psalm 3:5, Psalm 37:5, Isaiah 58:11  (view more)  (view less)

What Does The Cross Mean To You? (Good Friday)

Contributed by Don Schultz on Feb 12, 2002

For that one thief on the cross, the crucifixion of Jesus changed everything. So for us.

What is the most common religious symbol in the world? In our part of the world, the most common religious symbol is the cross. You see the cross on churches. You see the cross in jewelry. Athletes cross themselves sometimes during sporting events. What does the cross mean to you? It wasn’t ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43, Luke 23:32

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Time

Contributed by Dwayne Brown, Phd on Dec 31, 2005

Watch Night

New Year’s Eve has a different kind of feel to it than other times that we celebrate during the year. It doesn’t have the hope of Christmas, or the joy of Resurrection Morning, the sense of reverence of Thanksgiving, the national pride of July 4. It’s not really even like a birthday. The revelry ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

Hope When The Night Stays Long And The Wind Blows Cold

Contributed by Michael Blankenship on Dec 24, 2000

A Sermon of encouragemnet for the Christmas Season

1 Peter 1:13-21 Hope when the night grows long and the wind blows cold. Jellico First Baptist Church, Jellico Tennessee. Web Site: www.jfb.faithsite.com/default.asp Bro. Michael Blankenship: Pastor Sunday Morning December 24, 2000 When Christ our Savior came as a baby to the manger at Bethlehem, he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

A Hard Day’s Night: Overcoming Life’s Difficulties

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Aug 15, 2010

Are you presently in the midst of "The Perfect Storm?" Are the waves of doubt and the winds of fear crashing fiercely against you life or your family? Does it seem like you might go under at any time? There is hope! Jesus is with you in the midst of t

Cornerstone Church August 14/15, 2010 “A HARD DAY’S NIGHT: OVERCOMING LIFE’S DIFFICULTIES.” Mark 4:35-41 Most people (including many of us here) have ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Evangelical Free