Sermons on Avoid Cheap Grace:

The Gift Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 9, 2016

Our God is a giving God who provides the GIFT of salvation.

1. Who and Where The story is told of the time Albert Einstein was taking a train to an out of town engagement. The conductor stopped by to punch his ticket, but the great scientist preoccupied with his work, explained that he couldn't find his ticket. Not in the coat pockets, not in the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Ten Commandments Part 5 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 10, 2018

Part 5 of this series concludes the two-part message on the second commandment.

The Ten Commandments Part 5 Scriptures: Exodus 20:4-6; Romans 1:21-25; 2 Timothy 3:1-5 This is part five of my series on the Ten Commandment. This morning we will continue our examination of the second commandment as found in Exodus 20:4-6. It says, “You shall not make for yourself an idol, or ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6, Romans 1:21-25, 2 Timothy 3:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus, Our Atoning Sacrifice

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jun 10, 2018

This message asks: "What's the big deal about sin? Why does God care about what comes naturally to us?" And this message looks at the hope and joy we have because we trust that Jesus is our atoning sacrifice.

June 10/18 Sermon - 1 John 2:1-2 Today is the third in a series where we are looking at the book of first John. Pastor Bill Ryan did an excellent introduction to the book 2 weeks ago, and Pastor Arleen spoke on the balance of chapter 1 last week. If you missed those messages, and you want to ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fifteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year B: Only Sandals And A Walking Stick

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jun 11, 2018

In contrast, Cynic philosophers of the era were known for their provision bag, staff, and big mouth!

15B My favorite ancient Greek philosopher is the stoic Epictetus (epic-TEE-tus), who taught, “It's not what happens to you, but how you react to it that matters," which is at the heart of some Catholic Christian adaptations of various Cognitive Behavioral Therapies. Epictetus, who taught ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:7-13

Denomination: Catholic

The Community Of The Beloved

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jun 17, 2018

The journey of following Jesus happens in large part within the community of the beloved, the church.

The Community of the Beloved - 1 John 2:3-11 - June 17 Sermon I’m going to start by asking you to use your memory. Think for a moment of yourself when you first began to follow Jesus. Think about what you were like. Think about how you acted, how you spent your time, and maybe even of how you ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Unrelenting God Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 23, 2018

God did not give up on Ahaz, despite his idolatry and unbelief. God came to him through prophet Isaiah, assuring him and urging him to trust Him.

We are going to look at our unrelenting God, the One who never give up on us. We looked at the five kings of Israel in chapter 15. It ends with an account on King Jotham of Judah. • Jotham did what was right in the eyes of the Lord but not perfectly because he did not remove the high places of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 16:1-20, Isaiah 7:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Rollercoaster Psalm - Psalm 25

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 7, 2018

A look at Psalm 25 as we see David on a roller coaster ride of faith.

The Rollercoaster psalm Psalm 25 July 8, 2018 Have you ever felt like life was like riding a massive never ending roller coaster? We talk about going through seasons of life - - - that means we have those good seasons, when we seem to be on a winning streak. Everything we do, seems to work out ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Future Focus Motivates A Present Faithfulness Pt 7 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 28, 2018

Part 7 exploring the ability of a future focus to motivate present behavior.

Future Focus Present Faithfulness Series Pt 7 “Finding Grace or Falling Short” Review What is my purpose? What should I be doing with my life? What should direct the decisions I choose and the activities I schedule? If you want a truly Biblically directed life; a purpose directed life, you might ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Father, Forgive Them... Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 13, 2021

As Christ was lifted between heaven and earth upon the cross, He uttered seven statements as He hung dying to provide redemption for fallen humanity. The first was a prayer to the Father, one in which Christ sought forgiveness for those responsible for the crucifixion.

Father, Forgive Them Luke 23:34 Luke 23:33a – And when they were come to the place, which is called Calvary, there they crucified him. These are the solemn words that Luke records concerning the crucifixion of our Lord. There is no great detail, just a simple statement, there they crucified him. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Baptist

Today Shalt Thou Be With Me In Paradise Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 20, 2021

As Jesus hung on the cross, between two condemned malefactors, He spoke words of grace to one who was repentant. In His dying moments, our Lord revealed the grace He came to secure for all who look to Him by faith.

Today shalt Thou be with Me in Paradise Luke 23: 39-43 Last week we began our study of the seven sayings of Jesus upon the cross with the first of those, a prayer of forgiveness offered to God the Father. This morning we have come to the second of those gracious and powerful sayings, with a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Baptist

Blowing Up Boxes Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Feb 24, 2021

We often find ourselves putting people in "boxes." Race, gender, and endless number of boxes. And it's limiting. We put limits on expectations of others and ourselves. As we follow Jesus, we watch him "blow up" the box around a man born blind.

To listen to the audio of the sermon, please go to my podcast at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/8022015 Follow the Leader - Out of the Box • Video from Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zRwt25M5nGw • No one likes to be put in a box. Categorized. • Common: Ethnicity, gender, economic ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Woman, Behold Thy Son Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 27, 2021

As Jesus endured the sufferings and horrors of the cross, He remained concerned for the well-being of others. In this compelling statement, we find Jesus made both physical and spiritual provision for His mother.

Woman, Behold Thy Son John 19: 26-27 We have now come to the 3rd of Jesus’ sayings upon the cross. Literally these are two statements, but they are typically combined as the 3rd saying because they are within the same context. They both share the same idea and reveal a common desire of our ...read more

Scripture: John 19:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

Forgiveness Is Difficult

Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Mar 2, 2021

The calling for "forgive, just as Jesus has forgiven you," and the quote from Jesus in the Model Prayer, "Forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors," makes forgiveness a command, not a good thought or request.

Forgiveness Is Difficult (Col. 3:12-14) Intro: A. He was betrayed by Judas and openly denied by Peter. At his trial no one stood beside him to defend him. He was accused based upon lies and misrepresentation of his words. Pilate knew he was innocent, but as a politician his position in ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-14, Matthew 6:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Transforming Water Into Wine

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 3, 2021

Jesus, takes the waters of our difficulties and transforms them into the wine of His grace and mercy.

TRANSFORMING WATER INTO WINE Text: John 2:1-11 John 2:1-12  On the third day there was a wedding in Cana of Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there.  (2)  Jesus and his disciples had also been invited to the wedding.  (3)  When the wine gave out, the mother of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Seven Sundays To Easter: "she Did What She Could" Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Mar 5, 2021

If you ever felt like you did all you could for Jesus, the woman in this story knows exactly what you mean!

Introduction: This story takes place in Bethany, near Jerusalem, just a few days before Passover. The Lord Jesus Christ spent some time in Bethany before He made His last journey to Jerusalem to die for our sins and rise from the dead for our salvation. During one of His last meals with friends, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-9

Denomination: Baptist