Sermons about The Unrepentant Thief

Lesson 3: Praying Through Persecution

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 2, 2011

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Learning how to pray against those who attempt to harm you or your family.

A. 1 PETER 4:12-19 “Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ’s sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad with exceeding ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

Why God Allows Bad Things To Happen To Good People Lesson 10 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 24, 2017

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Our faith does not guarantee an easy or problem free life.

A. ALL KINDS OF ANSWERS TO THIS QUESTION ? Over 3,000 killed on 9-11 ? Children and teachers killed needlessly, Sandy Hook ? Cancer takes a young mother ? Jewish Holocaust ? Over 230,000 killed in Tsunami, Sumatra, Indonesia, 2004 ? Who can explain Nero, Hitler and Saddam Hussein? 1. It’s an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:45

Denomination: Baptist

A Case Against Wicked Character Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 21, 2015

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This passage deals with a number of sins that are practiced at least to a minor degree in our society today. Most of these sins that Paul mentions are socially acceptable. Yet God pulls no punches.

Tonight’s passage deals with a number of sins that are practiced at least to a minor degree in our society today. Most of these sins that Paul mentions are socially acceptable. Yet God pulls no punches. No church membership, no religion, no profession, no good works, nothing can save a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Three Shepherd Stories: Good Shepherd Sunday

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Apr 17, 2019

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Mother’s Day and Good Shepherd Sunday, Cycle C

Mother’s Day and Good Shepherd Sunday One man tells about working at a club on the weekend of the biggest motorcycle gathering of the year. When the roaring machines pulled up outside, the patrons of the club turned their eyes toward the door and the conversation turned into an uneasy ...read more

Scripture: John 10:27-30, Acts 13:43-52

Denomination: Catholic

Praying Through Persecution Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 13, 2019

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Your suffering guarantees your present faith and your future fate.

A. 1 PETER 4:12-19 “Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ’s sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad with exceeding joy. If you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Relishes Extravagant Worship

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Apr 3, 2019

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Mary anoints Jesus with very expensive oils worth a year's wages.

Weekend Message/Devotion April 7, 2019 John 12:1-8 Jesus Relishes Extravagant Worship “Six days before the Passover Jesus came to Bethany, the home of Lazarus, whom He had raised from the dead.” Verse 1 As we delve into today’s gospel reading, let’s look behind the scenes just a bit. This ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8, Mark 14:3, Luke 7:36-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Is The Way

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 14, 2025

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Jesus is the only way to eternal life, the truth that sets us free, and the life that brings true fulfillment.

JESUS IS THE WAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 14:6 Supporting Texts: Acts 4:12, Romans 5:8, 1 Timothy 2:5-6 INTRODUCTION: The world is full of paths that promise fulfillment, joy, and salvation, but as Christians, we understand that there is only one way to God — Jesus Christ. He is ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, Acts 4:12, Romans 5:8, 1 Timothy 2:5-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Power Of The Cross

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 15, 2025

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The Cross of Jesus Christ is not just a symbol; it is the power of God for salvation. Through the Cross, we find forgiveness, victory over sin, and eternal life.

THE POWER OF THE CROSS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 1:18 Supporting Texts: Colossians 2:14-15, Galatians 6:14, John 19:30 INTRODUCTION: The Cross of Jesus Christ is central to the Christian faith. It is where the love of God met the justice of God. Through the Cross, salvation ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18, Colossians 2:14-15, Galatians 6:14, John 19:30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Life That Comes Through The Son 1 John 5:12 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 19, 2024

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1 John 5:12 is a truth that speaks directly to the very core of our existence: “Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have God’s Son does not have life.”

The Life That Comes Through the Son 1 John 5:12 Introduction: Today, we gather to explore a profound truth found in the Word of God, a truth that speaks directly to the very core of our existence. Our focus is on 1 John 5:12 (NLT), which states, “Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:12, John 1:12, John 10:10, John 3:36

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Good Shepherd

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on May 1, 2020

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we often wander off as sheep are want to do, but Jesus comes and finds us

I assure you, he who does not enter by the door into the sheepfold, but climbs up some other way is a thief and a robber. But he who enters by the door is the shepherd of the sheep. The watchman opens the door for this man, and the sheep listen to his voice and heed it; and he calls his own sheep ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Episcopal

Go! And Grow In God’s Glory (Emeralds) - Revelation 4:3 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 6, 2025

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The rainbow around God’s throne reflects His covenant faithfulness, His mercy, and the promise of eternal life. The emerald colour symbolizes the restorative life that flows from God — eternal, unending, and radiant.

Go! And Grow in God’s Glory (Emeralds) - Revelation 4:3 Revelation 4:3 (NLT): “And the one who sat there looked like jasper and ruby. A rainbow that shone like an emerald circled the throne, and the glory of the Lord filled the temple.” Introduction: The Green Flame of Eternal Life Picture a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:3, Psalm 1:3, Genesis 9:13, 2 Corinthians 1:20, Galatians 5:22-23, John 10:10, Revelation 22:1-2, Romans 6:23 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

On Guard!

Contributed by Tony Searles on Jun 8, 2002

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A message to encourage the saints to guard their hearts...especially taking great care to watch their communication, attention, and behavior. These things, if left unchecked, can lead to drifting from the Lord.

Stand & Read - Proverbs 4:20-27 ?My son, give attention to my words; incline your ear to my sayings. [21] Do not let them depart from your sight; keep them in the midst of your heart. [22] For they are life to those who find them, and health to all their whole body. [23] Watch over your heart ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8, Proverbs 4:20-27

Denomination: Other

This Means War

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 11, 2002

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We are in a war, we have an enemy who is taking from us things that should be ours. It’s time to declare war on him!

“This Means War!” SHOW DVD CLIP FROM THE MOVIE, PEARL HARBOR…OF INITIAL BOMBING We Are In A War In 1941 – the world was at war. And America had an enemy, though she tried her best not to believe or think about it. BUT – regardless of what they thought or believed - the empire of Japan ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What It Takes To Make A Difference

Contributed by John Slythe on Mar 6, 2003

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What does it take to make such an impact on our society that God’s Word penetrates even the darkest corners of the region? Maybe one of the smallest book in the Bible has the answer.

What it Takes to Change The World: The Book of Philemon is very interesting. Its probably a book we hear quoted the least out of all the books of the Bible and probably one that we look at the least. The book is a letter of Paul. But instead of a letter to a church, it’s a letter to a person – ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian Church

Avoiding Spiritual Theft

Contributed by Thomas Dibble on May 21, 2003

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Spiritually speaking there are some valuables that I want to keep safe in my walk with God. There are some things that I really value about living for the Lord Jesus Christ.

John chapter 10 is the teaching of Jesus about the sheep finding the true door, following the true shepherd, and avoiding the thief. According to John 10:10 the express purpose of the thief is to steal, kill, and destroy. He comes for no other reason but that of selfish gain. He comes not to ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10, Judges 16:20-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

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