Final Destiny

Even though he was a condemned criminal being crucified, the repentant thief's theology dictated how he acted during his last hours on earth and his final destiny.

What did he believe? He believed:
1. Eternal things mattered most – “Dost thou not fear God?” [Luke 23:40]
2. He was a sinner – “and we, indeed, justly; for we receive the due reward of our deeds.” [23:41]
3. He could be saved – "Lord, remember me when thou comest into thy kingdom” [23:42]
4. He could not save himself – cried to Jesus for help
5. Salvation was by grace – “Remember me” no plea on basis of merit but simply asking for mercy and the grace that follows.
6. Jesus was sinless, God, Heaven’s King and in the resurrection –“This man has done nothing amiss.” He called him Lord, in fact he was the only person that day to do so and spoke of life after death and Jesus kingship when he said, “Lord, remember me when thou comest into they kingdom.”
7. He also believed Jesus was willing to save him, therefore he cried for help.

The repentant thief’s final destiny is that of being with Jesus in His kingdom forever and ever.

What do you believe? No one cries out to God for salvation in a vacuum of belief. In order to call upon God for salvation you must believe you are a sinner [Romans 3:23], you cannot save yourself [Romans 6:23], that Jesus died on the cross in your place [1 Peter 2:21 – 24] and that He is willing to save you [John 6:37]. Yes, your theology will determine your final destiny. As a result of your theology you wil either reject Jesus Christ or receive Him as your Savior. What will be your final destiny?

In order to be saved you need to pray something like the Publican prayed, “God, be merciful a sinner.” For more information write us and ask for the FREE booklet “Final Destiny”. We will not contact you unless you have questions you would like answers to and no one will ask you for money.