Sermons on The Thief:

I Am The Door

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Apr 3, 2018

This is one of the seven, actually eight, I AM statements of Jesus.

I AM the Door John 10:1-10 There are seven I AM statements in the Gospel of John. They are “I AM the Bread of Life;” “I AM the Light of the World;” “I AM the Door;” I AM the Good Shepherd;” “I AM the Resurrection and the Life; “I AM the Way, the Truth and the Life” and “I AM the True Vine.” ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Radical Forgiveness

Contributed by Francis Balla on Mar 25, 2013

IF CHRIST COULD FORGIVE WHEN HE DIED ON THE CROSS WHY CAN'T I?

Just before the Valentines Day the sporting world was shocked to learn that Oscar Pistorius popularly known as the “blade runner” allegedly killed his girl friend Reeva Steenkamp a 29 year old South African Model. Another tragic loss of life! Following the tragedy Reeva’s uncle ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon # 37 - Which Side Are You On? Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jun 2, 2023

Are we growing in spiritual maturity? Have we put off our childish ways, and are we able to discern the right ways of God and live accordingly? Let’s examine ourselves to see where we stand.

I want to begin by sharing a testimony from last week. For the past two years, a family from another district have been regularly listening to the messages that were shared on social media. They called in to tell me that as result of this, their entire family had committed their lives to Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:11, 1 Corinthians 13:11, Matthew 12:36, Ecclesiastes 10:2, Proverbs 14:16, 2 Corinthians 5:10, Matthew 27:38, Luke 23:39, Luke 23:42, Matthew 25:31-34, Matthew 25:41  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Sermon # 14 - The Way Of The Cross Part 3 - Who Is Jesus To You? Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 17, 2025

The people in Jesus’ day had various perception of who He was, but Peter the disciple of Jesus truly understood who Jesus was. The important question we need to ask ourselves is, “Who is Jesus to us personally?” The answer to this is vital both for now and for eternity.

We read in Matthew 16:13, Now after coming into the parts of Caesarea Philippi, Jesus questioned His disciples, saying, "Who do men declare Me, the Son of man, to be?" (AFV) The above was the question that Jesus asked His disciples. Jesus had performed so many miraculous signs and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-16, Matthew 2:2-3, John 18:33, John 18:36-37, John 19:10-12, John 19:19, Luke 23:40-43, Acts 2:24, John 11:25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Christian Compassion Believes The Best About The Worst

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 12, 2009

Delivered as if Ananias were telling his story about encountering Paul: The Spirit calls us to believe that others can be changed, that if we do not go to them the consequences are large, and that others need a human touch from us.

I had always prided myself on understanding people. I had always thought I knew enough about the human mind that I could predict what a man would be like on the basis of what he had always done. After all, if a person is a thief when he is a child, you expect that he will be a cheating thief when ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Reflections Of The Heart

Contributed by Terry Barnhill on Jan 28, 2009

God’s plan for us is that we should be, “. . . transformed into His likeness with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit.”

John 10:1-10; 14:20; 4:14; 6:50,51 Matt. 6:19-21 Eph. 2:5,6 Rom. 8:29 1 Jn. 3:8 1 Pet. 5:8 A few years ago, when the new Volkswagen Beetle was introduced, one feature that received lots of attention was the claim to be burglarproof. Volkswagen bragged there was no way anybody ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Easter - Lord, Remember Me!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Apr 26, 2011

The pain & agony they felt was reaching its peak. And the thieves begin to speak again to Jesus. As they do, listen to their requests, & then listen to the answer that Jesus gives.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2018) TEXT: Luke 23:8-43; Matthew 27:27-44 A. Two weeks ago, Palm Sunday, Christians all over the world were remembering Jesus' "Triumphal Entry", a parade in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:8-43, Matthew 27:27-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Preparing For The End Times

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 15, 2019

We should all be living as if Christ was coming back today.

Preparing for the end Times 1 Thessalonians 4:16-5:15 Introduction- We have been looking at the work of Christ in our lives. We know that He desires everyday to be a part of our lives and make us more like Himself. We are not perfect and He is not done with any of us. Each day, we should have ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

The Return Of The King: Judgement Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 10, 2025

Our lives are to be an ongoing announcement of Jesus’s presence among us.

The Return of the King: Judgement Jeffery Anselmi / General Adult Kingdom Come / Last Judgment; Second Coming / 1 Thessalonians 5:1–11 Our lives are to be an ongoing announcement of Jesus’s presence among us. INTRODUCTION OPENING SLIDE • We live in a world that loves countdowns. • We count down ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sixth Bowl Judgment Series

Contributed by David Jenkins on Nov 9, 2004

Sixth Bowl Judgment

Revelation 16:12-16, “Then the sixth angel poured out his bowl on the great Euphrates River, and it dried up so that the kings from the east could march their armies westward without hindrance. 13And I saw three evil spirits that looked like frogs leap from the mouth of the dragon, the beast, and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 16:12-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Compelling Cross Of Christ

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 4, 2011

Today we will explore four facets of the cross, four features that compel us to trust in Jesus Christ.

The Compelling Cross of Christ John 19:1-30 & Luke 23:32-43 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - March 21, 2010 *Max Lucado wrote: “The Cross: It rests on the time line of history like a compelling diamond. Its tragedy summons all sufferers. Its absurdity attracts all critics. ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Day Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Nov 1, 2009

Looks at the coming Day of the Lord and what it is and when it occurs in relationship to the Rapture and how Christians should be living in light of being rescued from this day of wrath.

The Day of the Lord 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 What is the Day of the Lord? The Day of the Lord is a Day of Judgment The Day of the Lord is a Day of Wrath The Day of the Lord is a Period of Time When is the Day of the Lord? The Date of the Day of the Lord is unknown The time of the Day of the Lord is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11, 2 Thessalonians 4:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Good Friday - Come To The Cross Series

Contributed by Martin Wright on May 15, 2007

Everything you need for a memorable Good Friday message. 6 reponses to the cross.

“COME TO THE CROSS” (A MEMORABLE GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE) Six Responses To The Cross Of Christ An Interactive Sermon By Martin Wright (RESPONSE CARDS: You will want to make sure you have distributed response cards prior to beginning the sermon. Our cards were 5.5” X 8.5”. One side had an image of ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Alert For Jesus' Return

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 9, 2006

Pentecost 12(C) - Be alert for Jesus’ return without any fear and by always being prepared.

BE ALERT FOR JESUS’ RETURN August 27, 2006 - PENTECOST 12 - Luke 12:32-40 * * * * * * * * Fellow Redeemed and Saints in the Lord: We are a nation that is watchful. Consider the events of one day last week. During one day 7 different flights were re-routed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-40

Denomination: Lutheran

When Circumstances Confuse Us Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Jun 17, 2007

Joy Stealers are the tools Satan uses to rob us of our joy in serving the cause of Christ.To help us defeat the joy stealers of this life, Paul wrote the book of Philippians. Paul knew there would be times we could not be happy, but in Christ, we could al

Introduction: This past weekend, our family celebrated Kathy’s parents 50th wedding anniversary. We spent all day Friday decorating the church in preparation for the big night. Kathy had planned the celebration to be a big surprise, and sure enough, her parents were surprised as 75 of their friends ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ