Sermons on Thief In The Niight:

The Rapture Theory Debunked

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Aug 23, 2014

The Rapture Theory has been adopted by many Christians as being sound doctrine. In this study, we examine the subject by noting that this subject was created by taking texts out of context and ignoring plain statements of Scripture.

The Rapture Theory claims, in short, that the Lord will come secretly to resurrect only faithful Christians before the coming of the “Great Tribulation” on the Earth. After the seven years of Tribulation on the Earth, all people will be resurrected and brought before the Judgment Seat ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Trafficking In Treachery

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 15, 2018

THIS IS THE FIRST OF A PRE-EASTER SERIES ON THE CHARACTERS OF EASTER. IN THIS MESSAGE WE LOOK AT JUDAS ISCARIOT.

TRAFFICKING IN TREACHERY MATTHEW 27:1-10 TODAY WE ARE STARTING ON AN EASTER SERIES THAT IS LOOKING AT SOME OF THE CHARACTERS IN THE DRAMA. EASTER IS A TIME WHERE WE WILL SEE A LOVE STORY EMERGE FROM AMONGST STORIES OF LIES, TREACHERY, PAIN AND TERROR. MANY OF THESE DIFFERENT STORY LINES EMERGE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

"Peter, Feed My Sheep” (8 Of 21)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 11, 2022

In this passage, we again see Peter obeying the Lord's command: "Feed my sheep”.

There are some things about food that we do not understand: • How you can eat a one pound box of chocolate candy and gain five pounds? • WHY is it that when we sit down to eat a big meal, we call it a "square meal" when it makes us round? Talking about food though, I heard they have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Be Surprised Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on May 5, 2006

5th in the series "Left Behind: 1 & 2 Thessalonians." Focus is on Being Ready for the Lord’s Return.

1 Thes. 5:1-11 Having a baby—Not surprised. Been preparing for awhile—vitamins, books, nursery, bag packed. Even though we didn’t know the day nor the hour, we knew the day was coming and we were living our lives looking forward to that day. In our Scripture this morning, we are instructed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Change Your Life Through One Simple Skill

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Oct 16, 2005

Just by listening we can change our lives forever

PowerPoint Avaiable Fill In Blanks Handout Available Slide Change + Transition In > Transition Out X Change Your Life Through One Simple Skill + Change - We need to understand that our world is a fast changing world. - Change is not necessary bad - if fact change is normal - Change is really ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19

Denomination: Baptist

Ministerial Resource No.2_house Blessing Series

Contributed by Herman Abrahams on May 11, 2004

A suggested outline for a House Blessing.

Compiled by: Herman Abrahams (Senior Pastor), Cornerstone Faith Ministries, P.O. Box 740, Westridge 7802, Rep. of South Africa. E-Mail: Mentorship2003@yahoo.co.uk Note to the reader: If you have been blessed with this sermon compilation, I would be honoured to receive an e-mail from you merely ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1-2

Denomination: Charismatic

"Who Is This?" Series

Contributed by Phil Anderson on May 17, 2004

Answering the disciples’ question of, "Who is this?" after Jesus calmed the storm. This sermon was designed for seekers to find out in some detail just Who Jesus really is.

“Who Is This?” Mark 4:35-41 MK 4:35 That day when evening came, he said to his disciples, "Let us go over to the other side." 36 Leaving the crowd behind, they took him along, just as he was, in the boat. There were also other boats with him. 37 A furious squall came up, and the waves broke over ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Is The Lord Your Shepherd

Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Mar 10, 2005

In the 23rd Psalm we see David reflecting upon his life from the Green Pastures of his youth to the valley of the shadow of death(which was not far off). He notes one common theme namely that the Lord was his shepherd, today can we say the same thing?

Is The Lord My Shepherd? Psalm 23 ORIENTATION: • Have you ever taken a moment to reflect upon your life? • To simply stop what you are doing, be quite and reflect? • For some of us maybe this is too difficult (the hurts to great, and pain to unbearable) for others impossible (especially if ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Orthodox

Promotion Comes To The Humble

Contributed by David Shipman on Nov 5, 2005

Bible study dealing with humbling ourselves to the Word of God.

Promotion Cometh to the Humble I. Consider and contrast two characters: • Judas – was called a thief, was said of him that he had a devil, • Peter – flesh ruled, mouth got him into trouble, self-seeking  Both had the same opportunity – both had one of the greatest callings (original ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Stolen Property

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Oct 31, 2002

Satan seeks to steal our spiritual blessings--the intangibles. Be alert.

Stolen Property John 10:7-10 7 Therefore Jesus said again, "I tell you the truth, I am the gate for the sheep. 8 All who ever came before me were thieves and robbers, but the sheep did not listen to them. 9 I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. He will come in and go out, and ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

He Could Have Come Down, But He Didn't , Ain't You Glad?!

Contributed by La Juana Morris on Aug 21, 2002

Grace & Mercy

There is a song that was written based upon this scripture, the song writer penned, When Jesus hung on Calvary. People came from miles to see. They said if you be the Christ, then come down and save your life. But on this Good Friday I stand before you to say, well we know he could have, but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43

Denomination: Methodist

The Power Of The Resurrection Begins With The Way Jesus Died.

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Mar 19, 2008

A sermon for the Resurrection of Our Lord, March 23, 2008, Series "A"

The Resurrection of Our Lord, March 23, 2008 “Series A” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: God of power and might, you delivered your Son, Jesus, from the domain of death and opened the graves of all who come to faith in him, the ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Sitting In The Middle Of A Dark Room With My Games On The Floor

Contributed by Joe Rowland on Nov 3, 2008

Are you sitting In The Middle Of A Dark Room With Your Games On The Floor? The world is watching you to see how you deal with what is going on in your lives today.What are you reflecting? The light of Jesus or the darkness of Satan?

Sitting In The Middle Of A Dark Room With My Games On The Floor Job 24:13-17 13 They are of those that rebel against the light; they know not the ways thereof, nor abide in the paths thereof. 14 The murderer rising with the light killeth the poor and needy, and in the night is as a thief. 15 The ...read more

Scripture: Job 24:13-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Door That Leads To Jesus

Contributed by Joe Rowland on Sep 5, 2008

If your a Christian you have a door that leads to Jesus. Even when you fill your way out there in the field He is right there with you.

A Door That Leads To Jesus John 10:1-7 1 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that entereth not by the door into the sheepfold, but climbeth up some other way, the same is a thief and a robber. 2 But he that entereth in by the door is the shepherd of the sheep. 3 To him the porter openeth; and the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Day Of The Lord

Contributed by Carl Allen on Sep 14, 2009

Jesus Christ both unites and divides. Those who have trusted in Him as Savior are united in Christ. When Jesus returns in the air, we shall be caught up together, never to be separated again.

The Day of the Lord 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 Introduction As we continue our study of the letters to the church at Thessalonica, we come to Chapter five of 1 Thessalonians. Here we find Paul, writing the Thessalonicians about The Day of the Lord. Jesus Christ both unites and divides. Those who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist