Sermons on thief on cross:

A Crook At The Cross

Contributed by Bishop Talbert Swan on Mar 28, 2010

The power of Jesus to save is manifested through the redemption of a convicted thief.

A CROOK AT THE CROSS Luke 23:43 “Today shalt thou be with me in paradise.” Title: “Crook at the Cross” 1. Jesus talks about heaven in Matthew 13 utilizing 7 different scenarios. a. Matt. 13:24 – Wheat and Tares – grow together b. Matt. 13:31 – Mustard ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:43

Denomination: *other

The Cross Made The Difference

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 22, 2016

There were three people who were present during the trial & crucifixion who were profoundly influenced by Jesus; Barabbas, the Dying Thief, and the Centurion and his men. It was the Cross of Jesus that made the difference!

THE CROSS MADE THE DIFFERENCE Colossians 1:19-21 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: CALL FROM ALMIGHTY GOD 1. A pastor was working late on a Saturday night at the Almighty God Tabernacle. Around 10:00 PM he decided to call his wife before he left for home. 2. Although the pastor let the phone ring several ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:19-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Perfect Promise

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 6, 2021

Jesus promised forgiveness in general to all who had a part in His crucifixion, but to the dying thief next to Him He made a very personal and precise promise that can be claimed by all who will, like this thief, turn to Jesus in faith.

Jonathan Swift made the well known statement, "Promises and pie crust are made to be broken." This attitude has prevailed through much of history, and the result has been that many have been rich in promises, but poor in performance. Many centuries ago Ovid suggested that men ought to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:43

A Mother, A Thief & A Pharisee

Contributed by Garry Warren on May 5, 2003

Jesus’ mother, a thief that was crucified with Jesus and the two pharisees who placed Him in the tomb all responded differently to Jesus’death on the cross. How will you respond?

A Mother, a Thief, and a Pharisee Read John 19: 16-42 Today we are looking at the actual crucifixion of Christ When I came to seriously consider and study for this message I soon realised there were many ways that I could approach the topic. I could do a verse by verse exposition and bring ...read more

Scripture: John 19:16-42

Denomination: Brethren

Return To Innocence

Contributed by Keith Manry on Apr 3, 2007

Part VI in the series - 24. This is a first person narrative account from the perspective of the penitent thief on the cross. The preaching idea: Only by the innocence of Christ are the guilty set free.

Introduction… My prayer is that over the past six weeks that those of you who have been present for this series of sermons have been moved by the stories that we have experienced. One of the great things about preaching – is that before the message ever gets to you I’ve spent hours and hours in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-46

Denomination: Methodist

Three Crosses

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Dec 12, 2002

Three men hanging on a cross, one died IN sin, one died TO sin while one died FOR sin.

Three Crosses Luke 23:32-43 Introduction: • Two men with the same sentence. • Both men were criminals, justly condemned to die. • Jesus, the savior, between them. • So close to salvation. • One died IN sin. • One died TO sin. • While Jesus died FOR sin. • How do you think the believing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Cross

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Mar 25, 2024

Based on Luke 23:26-43 - Encourages the hearers to remember why Jesus died on the cross.

“THE CROSS” Luke 23:26-43 FBCF – 3/24/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – Most of you know that Thu is my main study day each week. Get out of office & go to one my favorite coffee shops & pound out the sermon for the upcoming Sunday. One of my favorite spots is Barnes & Noble. This week, walked ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-43, Galatians 5:1, 1 John 3:8, John 11:25-26, Hebrews 9:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Apr 2, 2024

Based on Luke 23:26-43 - Challenges hearers to consider the impact of the death of Jesus on the cross.

“THE CROSS” Luke 23:26-43 FBCF – 3/24/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – Most of you know that Thu is my main study day each week. Get out of office & go to one my favorite coffee shops & pound out the sermon for the upcoming Sunday. One of my favorite spots is Barnes & Noble. This week, walked ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-43

Denomination: Baptist

The Three Crosses

Contributed by Gino Cascieri on Apr 6, 2001

This message takes a look at the three crosses at Calvary, The Cross of Rejection, The Cross of Reception & The Cross of Redemption.

"The Three Crosses" Text: Luke 23:39-43 Introduction: We want to notice this morning the three crosses that were represented at the crucifixion of Christ. In John 19:18, we are told - "They crucified him and two other with him, on either side one, and Jesus in the midst." I. First, we want ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43, Psalm 46:1

Denomination: Baptist

Christ’s Most Remarkable Convert

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 19, 2011

Every conversion was unique and each was remarkable in its own way, but perhaps the most remarkable convert in Jesus’s earthly ministry was the thief on the cross. 1) It was based on a remarkable prophecy; 2) the thief prayed a remarkable prayer; & 3) Jes

Christ’s Most Remarkable Convert Chuck Sligh April 16, 2000 (Skeleton of this outline comes from Preach for a Year #3, pp. 63-64. The meat on the skeleton is mine alone and should not be held against the author of Preach for a Year. :-) TEXT: Luke 23:32-43 – “And there were also ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Baptist

Today In Paradise Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Apr 3, 2022

Should make us forgiving … forbearing … faithful

Today in Paradise Luke 23:39–44 I. Introduction A. Father Forgive Them 1. Should make us forgiving … forbearing … faithful 2. The word that withheld the wrath of God B. The Second Word from the Cross 1. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-44

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Assurance

Contributed by Emil Boniog on Dec 10, 2003

In our Lord’s interaction with the repentant thief at the cross, we glean the four elements of our blessed assurance, namely: the blessed scenario, the blessed Savior, the blessed supplication, and the blessed salvation.

BLESSED ASSURANCE Luke 23:39-43 Introduction Today’s Daily Bread devotional makes reference to the two thieves who were crucified with our Lord Jesus. It says that the repentant thief represents the SAINTS and the unrepentant thief represents the SINNERS. I like the way the devotional puts it. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Baptist

Today You'll Be With Me In Paradise Series

Contributed by Ryan Loyd on Jul 29, 2014

Words uttered at the end of a man's life take on extra significance. What did our Lord say in His final moments? And what do they speak to us today?

Luke 23:32-43 NIV 32 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 his right, the other on his left. 34 Jesus said, "Father, forgive them, for they do not know ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Theology Of A Thief

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 17, 2019

A study of the faith of the thief who was saved even as he was dying.

“Two others, who were criminals, were led away to be put to death with him. And when they came to the place that is called The Skull, there they crucified him, and the criminals, one on his right and one on his left. And Jesus said, ‘Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.’ And ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Baptist

The Dying Thief Series

Contributed by Gerald Cornelius on Mar 27, 2001

The dying thief teaches us how to respond to Christ

ENCOUNTERS WITH CHRIST: THE DYING THIEF TEXT: LUKE 23:39-43 We can say several things about how Jesus met people. He always approached the human soul the same way. His purpose was to elicit faith in his personhood. As to his methods, Jesus never approach two human souls the same way. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Baptist