Jun 21, 2026
In this moving Father's Day message from CityRise Church, Pastor Ben Hays dives into Luke 23:32-43 to examine the powerful interaction between Jesus and the two criminals crucified alongside Him. While one criminal mocked Jesus, the other showed true repentance and humility, uttering the dying plea: "Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom."
Jesus' immediate response—"Today you will be with me in Paradise"—reveals transformative theological truths about the hope of heaven, the power of deathbed conversions, and the boundlessness of God's grace. Whether you have walked with God for a lifetime or are considering turning to Him for the very first time, this sermon challenges us all to answer one fundamental question: On which side of the cross are you standing today?
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