A Thief’s Prayer

About this episode

The sermon explores the perspective of a condemned criminal at the crucifixion of Jesus, highlighting themes of faith and redemption.

A Thief’s Prayer Scripture: Luke 23:39–43 (CEB) Part of the Witness at the Cross Lenten series In this week’s sermon, we remain at the cross and listen closely to a voice we might otherwise overlook—a condemned criminal hanging beside Jesus. In Luke’s Gospel, two men are crucified with him. One joins the chorus of mockery: “Aren’t you the Christ? Save yourself and us.” The other does something astonishing. He sees a king. While religious leaders sneer, soldiers gamble, and a sign above Jesu...

Topics covered

• Lenten series
• crucifixion
• redemption
• faith
• spiritual reflection

Keywords

• thief's prayer
• Luke 23:39-43
• crucifixion
• Lenten series
• spirituality

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Central United Methodist Church

Books & works: Luke, Witness at the Cross

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