Sermons about The Two Criminals

Lessons Learned From Two Criminals

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 1, 2010

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Tonight, I want to look at two people and the truths they teach us. They are the criminals that hung on the cross on each side of Jesus, the day Jesus was crucified.

Lessons learned from two Criminals Luke 23:32-43 Introduction I expect to learn things when I read the teachings of Jesus, after all, even the Jews who rejected Jesus saw Him as a Great Rabbi, a Great Teacher. I expect to learn things when I read the writings of the Apostles because these men ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Baptist

Two Out Of Three Ain’t Bad Series

Contributed by Christopher Roberts (Barrister) on Nov 7, 2012

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This sermon considers the two differing outcomes of the two criminals who were led to the Cross alongside Jesus

Two Out Of Three Ain’t Bad Introduction In Luke 23:32-43, we find the story of the two criminals who were hung on a cross with Jesus. This story for these two criminals is a little bit like ’A Tale of Two Cities’. Here we have the story of one criminal displaying pride and it’s consequences, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Christian Church

The Shadow Of Gestas And Light Of Dismas Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 27, 2012

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This sermon examines the attitude and words of the two criminals from the cross.

March 28, 2012 The Shadow of Gestas and the Light of Dismas Luke 23:39 One of the criminals who hung there hurled insults at him: “Aren’t you the Christ? Save yourself and us!” Luke 23:40-43 But the other criminal rebuked him. “Don’t you fear God,” he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Lutheran

Criminals And Crosses`

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 10, 2024

| 1,210 views

Our only hope is "The Man on the Middle Cross."

Criminals and Crosses Luke 23:39-43 1. Alistair Begg – “Man on Middle Cross” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQxVRC7wHvU) If God asked why He should let us into heaven, the reason does not begin with “Because I ___.” It begins with “Because HE ____.” Anything else leads to: a. Lethargic ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Last Confession

Contributed by Shingirayi Gwete on Nov 21, 2020

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A sermon based on the last words spoken by two criminals that were nailed next to Jesus Christ

The Last Confession Before James W. Rodgers was executed by a firing squad, he was made a final statement requesting that he may be given a bulletproof vest. Rodgers had been convicted by the State of Utah (USA) for murder and was sentenced to death. His request for a bulletproof vest can be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:39-42, Luke 23:32-33

Denomination: Adventist

A Criminal's View Of Calvary Series

Contributed by Dennis Munn on Apr 13, 2011

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A sermon examining how Calvary is redemptive in real life...the thief's view of Calvary.

A Hill With A View A Criminal’s View of Calvary Introduction: It’s appropriate in the weeks leading up to Easter that we devote extra attention to the story of Calvary. The preaching of the cross is central to Christianity...there can be no Christianity without the cross. The idea ...read more

Scripture: Luke 32:39-43

Denomination: Apostolic

The Criminal On The Cross

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 18, 2019

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Jesus was dying and would participate in the resurrection for one big reason - to take back and restore what had been lost with Adam.

The Criminal on the Cross Good Friday 2019 Picture of Cross standing in Notre Dame Cathedral Luke 23:32-39 NIV “Two other men, both criminals, were also led out with him to be executed. 33 When they came to the place called the Skull, there they crucified him, along with the criminals — one on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-39, 1 Peter 2:23, Luke 23:40-43, Genesis 3:23-24, 1 Corinthians 15:22, Romans 8:1-2 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Four Ways To Better Love Those Away From God

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 16, 2018

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Starting with Jesus hanging between two criminals, this sermon focuses on how Jesus was a "friend of sinners" and offers four ways we can improve in that endeavor.

WHICH IMAGE FITS BETTER: Black tuxedo or orange jumpsuit? - Mark 15:27. - Here we have the stark image of Jesus hanging between two criminals. These are orange jumpsuit kind of people. - On the other hand, we have the respectable crowd, perhaps wearing a black tuxedo to show their classiness. - ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

Is That Your Final Answer

Contributed by Scott Weber on Mar 28, 2001

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The cross is God’s gift of a second chance to us with a guaranteed lifeline. Which of the two criminals that Jesus was crucified with are you like? What will your final answer be to Jesus?

Is That Your Final Answer? Luke 23:32-43 I am amazed at what becomes popular in our culture sometimes. ABC’s game show "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?" became a huge hit about a year and a half ago. Regis Philbin is now a household name. Phrases like, "Is that your final answer?" have become ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Last Words Of A Dying Man

Contributed by Roger Whipp on Apr 29, 2016

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How important are our dying words? A comparison between the last dying words when Christ was crucified with two criminals and what we might say or do in our last moments.

Last Dying words .Luke 23 v32-43 A deacon is in the hospital and his good friend, the vicar goes to visit him. The vicar notices all the medical equipment attached to the deacon. He kneels by the bed. The deacon motions to a pad and pen on the bedside cabinet. The vicar hands his friend the pad and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: *other

King David Was A Criminal

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Sep 10, 2009

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David knew he was in need of forgiveness and restoration and that only God could do this.

Sermon 060909: for it’s when we have been restored, we can bring others to the Lord; Psalm 51. In life there are times and reasons why we don’t believe God would want to have anything to do with us, I’ve even been told by people that, "I’m that bad that God wouldn’t want to have anything to do ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-13

Denomination: Salvation Army

Criminal's Confession/Declaration

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 6, 2012

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I. EXORDIUM: What are the essential factors to be saved? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that anywhere you are, GOD will save you. IV. TEXT: Luke 23:40-43 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) But the o

I. EXORDIUM: What are the essential factors to be saved? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that anywhere you are, GOD will save you. IV. TEXT: Luke 23:40-43 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) But the other criminal protested, “Don’t you fear God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:40-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

2 Different People, 2 Different Choices - A Tale Of Two Sinners Series

Contributed by Brian Burkett on Mar 29, 2004

based on 49 ratings

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It is about the 2 criminals on the cross, and how they represent the 2 different kinds of people in the world: Those who follow Christ, and those who deny Him.

I want to share with you a story of two different people in Jesus’ life, and how they made two very different choices. I want to tell you the story of two people who are very much like you and me. It’s a tale of two sinners. Do you remember seeing in the movie two criminals being crucified with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: *other

Power Against Dream Criminals

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jul 10, 2002

based on 317 ratings

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Dealing with dangerous dreams

POWER AGAINST DREAM CRIMINALS. Dr. D. K. Olukoya Dreaming is a natural way in which the spirit world breaks out into our lives. Dreams can be described as the dark speech of the spirit. They can be keys to unlocking the door to the inner world. Dreams have been referred to as the speech of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:25

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Day The Criminal Was Set Free Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 12, 2018

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The day Jesus was crucified, we read of a man who was apprehended, convicted of serious crimes, and sentenced to death. His guilt was beyond question, and yet he was released, set free and pardoned of all charges. In his place, and innocent man died.

The Day the Criminal was Set Free Mark 15: 6-15 This had been a week of extreme emotion for all involved. Jesus, our precious Lord, was in His last hours prior to the crucifixion. These events have taken place very early on Friday morning. Just five days before Jesus had made His triumphant ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:6-15

Denomination: Baptist

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