Sermons on Application Of Grace:

2023 Lessons From A Child's Favorite Miracle Story

Contributed by John Huyser on Jan 31, 2023

It is the healing and the extent to which his friends went to bring him to Jesus that drew me. Oh to have friends like that.

This true Bible story was one of my Sunday School favorites growing up. Maybe it was yours as well ranking right up there with David and Goliath. I was drawn to the story by the healing and the great lengths the friends went to - to bring him to Jesus! Oh to have friends like! Lying on a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-26

Do You Disappoint Jesus?

Contributed by Dennis King on Jan 31, 2023

The Bible is full of many godly and ungodly characters who disappointed God by disobeying Him. Have you ever thought that you were a disappointment to Jesus?

The Bible is full of many godly and ungodly characters who disappointed God by disobeying Him. Have you ever thought that you were a disappointment to Jesus? I have. Well, if you have those thoughts, don't feel alone. You can bet many people have had the same distressing thoughts. Many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:9, 1 Kings 16:30-33

Denomination: Baptist

"the Tale Of Two Mothers" Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Feb 2, 2023

No, it's not about the two mothers before King Solomon. It's the question "Who is Your Mother" ... Sarah or Hagar? Freedom in the promise of God's grace, or still living under the law given at Sinai. Figurative language used by Paul regarding two covenants.

In Jesus Holy Name February 5, 2023 Text: Galatians 4:22-23 Redeemer “The Tale of Two Mothers” There is a great story in I Kings that explains the wisdom of Solomon. When Solomon became king after his father David died he ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-7, Galatians 4:21-31

Denomination: Lutheran

When God Pulls The Nail Out

Contributed by Mitchell Leonard on Feb 3, 2023

A sermon to adults about God's coming judgment.

Isaiah 22:25 February 5, 2023 A.M. “When God Yanks the Nail Out” This morning I want to start off by reading just one Verse. The last Verse of Isaiah 22. Verse 25. “In that day, saith the Lord of hosts, shall the nail that is fastened in the sure place be removed, and be cut down, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 22:25

Denomination: Baptist

"not Good Enough?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 21, 2023

A sermon about justification by grace through faith.

“Not Good Enough?” Romans 5:1-11 This morning we are continuing our Sermon Series on Paul’s Letter to the Romans. This letter to the early Church in Rome contains some of the Church’s most important theological writings. At the same time, they can be challenging to understand and preach, so ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

The Holy Spirit Transforms Our Minds To The Mind Of Christ. Series

Contributed by Christina Milanderb on Feb 24, 2023

It's only by The Holy Spirit's power that our minds are transformed to the Mind of Christ which we already possess.

Before we got born again we were "children of wrath" naturally wired and inclined to sin, our minds darkened and desperately in need of Jesus The Light. It's the Presence of Light that drives out darkness so any effort on our part to mentally agree with Scripture will yield nothing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:16, Amos 3:3, 1 Peter 4:1, Romans 8:4-5

Sixth Commandment (7 Of 12)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 14, 2022

There is a book on the market called the Shoot-em up Society by Harry Hollis, Jr. The purpose of the book is to revealed on the cover of the book. We read, “An appeal for Christian alternatives to the insanity of violence.”

But we do not have to read a book to discover that we live in a violent society. Every day we hear news reports of all kinds of violence around the world. Illus: Death is always sad, but it seems we are troubled the most when a murder has gone on a rampage and shot down innocent people that they ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

Seeing Easter Though The Eyes Of Barabbas

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Apr 14, 2022

One can only imagine the shock and awe experienced by Barabbas. He was guilty of every charge. He is on death row awaiting execution, then the surprise come. “You are free to go! All can be saved, all need to be saved, and all can be saved to the uttermost!

Sermon – Seeing Easter Though the Eyes of Barabbas Luke 23:13-25 New Living Translation 13 Then Pilate called together the leading priests and other religious leaders, along with the people, 14 and he announced his verdict. “You brought this man to me, accusing him of leading a revolt. I have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:13-25, Romans 3:23, Romans 5:12, Matthew 11:28-30, Romans 6:23, Romans 7:18-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Amazing Faith

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Apr 19, 2022

It may be hard to find a place to put our faith in this modern world, but Jesus encountered a man who had amazing faith and we can learn from him.

I think we can all feel that right now our culture is really struggling to find faith. We talk about it in different ways. We talk about the need to restore family values. We talk about the need for spirituality. We may not talk about it, but I think we feel a need for a sense of purpose in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10, Matthew 8:5-13

Church Anniversary Sunday

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 26, 2022

A man was reading his newspaper early one morning at the breakfast table. His wife came over to him, gave him a hug, smiled, and said, “I bet you don’t know what today is, do you?”

• He looked at her and said, “Of course I know what day it is!” and went back to reading his newspaper. He didn't have a clue. • He thought to himself later, “Is it her birthday? That must be it.” So after he got to work he called the florist and had a bouquet of white roses sent to his wife. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

What Shall I Render To The Lord

Contributed by Antonius Fu on Apr 30, 2022

Have you ever thought about the grace you receive from God? What is that? What shall we render to the Lord for all of His benefits toward us? Through this psalm, the psalmist gives us invaluable answers.

Today, from Psalm 116 we will learn how to be grateful and reflect on the question: "What shall I render to the Lord?" This is the question of David's self-examination, as mentioned in Psalm 116:12, What shall I render to the Lord for all His benefits toward me? I believe that such ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unwavering Faith

Contributed by Mark Lindsey on Apr 30, 2022

How do we take faith to a different level? Moving faith from simply trusting the unknown to faith as trusting God to provide? Faith is not believing something will happen; faith is believing what God said will happen.

“UNWAVERING FAITH” 1 KINGS 17:8-16 Faith is part of everyday living. When you are ill, you go to a doctor whose name you cannot pronounce. He gives you a prescription you cannot read. You take it to a pharmacist you have never seen. He gives you medication you do not understand. Yet, you take it. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

"what God Called Clean" Fifth Sunday Of Easter, Year C Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on May 14, 2022

Change is all around us, even in the church. And change is never easy. Our text this week is about a whole new direction for the beginnings of the church.

Acts 11:1-18 The Jewish leaders in Judea, the circumcised, The Church Leaders rebuked Peter for sharing a meal, Breaking Bread, with the uncircumcised, the Gentiles (cf. Galatians 2:11-14). They gave him holy heck for doing what they felt went against the rules. Peter proceeds to tell how it ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: United Methodist

Galatians 3 - What Happened To Your Sanity? Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 15, 2022

Have you lost your mind, gone crazy, become stupid or are you hexed by a demon into thinking your works are what saved you? Are you slapping away faith, grace and Jesus’ sacrifice as not necessary and deceived into thinking you can get to heaven on your own good works?

Video transition: I am a Christian Series: Galatians Thesis: Have you lost your mind, gone crazy, become stupid or are you hexed by a demon into thinking your works are what saved you? Are you slapping away faith, grace and Jesus’ sacrifice as not necessary and deceived into thinking you can get to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-25, Galatians 1:6-24, Ephesians 2:8-9, Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Do You Respond When A Brother Falls. A Response To The Southern Baptist Convention Report

Contributed by Gene Gregory on May 24, 2022

This an account of how Christians respond when fellow believers fall, and specifically examines a response to recent revelations from the Southern Baptist Convention.

2 Samuel 12 How do you respond when a brother falls? - Read 2 Samuel 12 This is the sad account of King David when he was confronted by the prophet Nathan after he sinned greatly. We all know people, perhaps some of them close to us, who have led great lives, who have been great blessings to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist