Today You Will Be With Me in Paradise | Seven Last Words | Reverend Greg Boswell

About this sermon

“Today You Will Be With Me in Paradise” presents the powerful exchange between Jesus and the repentant thief as a message of grace, access, and assurance. Reverend Greg Boswell frames the moment through three key movements: an amazing appeal, an amazing attitude, and an amazing assurance. First, the appeal is amazing because it comes from a guilty criminal—undeserving, yet bold enough to ask Jesus for mercy. In his final moments, he recognizes Jesus as King and simply asks to be remembered. This reminds us that no one is beyond the reach of grace, and even at life’s end, a sincere appeal to Christ is heard. Second, Jesus’ attitude is amazing. Despite His own suffering, He pauses to listen, engage, and respond with compassion. Rather than rejecting the thief’s last-minute request, Jesus demonstrates love, attention, and willingness to save. It reveals the heart of Christ—that He seeks relationship and responds to those who call on Him. Finally, the assurance is amazing. Jesus gives an immediate promise: “Today you will be with me in paradise.” This confirms not only the reality of the afterlife but also the certainty of salvation through faith alone—not works, not ritual, but belief. The thief had no time for deeds or religious acts, yet received eternal life instantly through faith. The message emphasizes that anyone can experience this same assurance. Through a sincere, personal appeal to Jesus, one’s destiny can be changed. Salvation is available now, and the promise of eternity with Christ is secure for those who believe. Bible Scriptures: Luke 23:43 Luke 23:39–42 2 Corinthians 5:8 John 1:3 Mark 10:45 Giving: Support the ministry of Sharon Baptist Church: Online: https://thesbc.org/giving Text to Give: Text “GIVE” + amount to 610-379-3818 Text to Give (Guests): Text “GUEST” + amount to 610-379-3818 Mail: 3955 Conshohocken Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19131 Share: If this message encouraged you, share it with someone who needs the assurance of salvation through Jesus Christ. Like, comment, and subscribe to stay connected with Sharon Baptist Church. Website: thesbc.org Facebook: Sharon Baptist Church Instagram: @thesbcphilly YouTube: Sharon Baptist Church Hashtags: #TodayYouWillBeWithMe #ParadisePromise #AmazingGrace #SalvationByFaith #SevenLastWords #JesusSaves #EternalLife #Luke2343 #SharonBaptistChurch #SBCPhilly #HolyWeek #JourneyToResurrection

Topics

• Self-Control
• Heaven & Eternity