Sermons on christ's mercy: showing 121-135 of 184,564

A Severe Mercy

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

A. Introduction 1.

A. Introduction 1. The doctrine of election wasn't invented by Augustine, or John Calvin, or Jonathan Edwards. It is presented explicitly throughout Scripture but, "like every truth about God, the doctrine of election involves mystery, and it sometimes stirs controversy." That may be the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:14-29

Mercy Me Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Aug 19, 2014

In a society filled with guilt ridden people, how do we get rid of our guilt?

“Soul Talk: Mercy Me” Ps. 51 It had been a painful time for David. Yes, he had married Bathsheba, but only after committing adultery and murder. He may have fooled some of the people in the kingdom but he had not fooled himself. He was living with tremendous guilt. And he had not been ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Incarnate Mercy

Contributed by Bruce Ritter on Jan 5, 2005

The coming of Jesus brings the mercy of God as close as it could ever come for people, who desperately need His mercy.

I want you to show you pictures of Jesus today. My prayer is that the eyes of your heart would be open by the Holy Spirit to this truthful representation of Jesus Christ through preaching. My hope is that you would see Him in the light of His glorious mercy because if you do, you will never see Him ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:45-56

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Mercy Of God Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 4, 2021

God has shown mercy to both Jews and Gentiles. Despite Israel's failure, He will yet restore her again at the end times.

Today we have come to the end of chapter 11 and also the end of the whole section of Rom 9-11 addressing the issue of the Jewish unbelief. • Today’s passage is a continuation of last week’s section covered by Michael. • Let’s recap Paul’s sequence of thought before we read the text. (1) Israel’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:25-36, Zechariah 12:10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Unstrained Mercy Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 24, 2022

None of us can forgive the wrongs done to someone else. We can, however, show mercy to anyone who is suffering - whether forgiveness is involved or not.

Every week it seems like there’s another new disaster. The 10 plagues that Moses visited on Egypt to convince Pharoah to free the Israelites almost pale in comparison. Talk about plagues? We hoped that 2021 would see the end of Covic19 but noooooo. And as if that weren’t enough, an earthquake ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Mystery Of Mercy Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Mar 8, 2012

Lord willing, we hope to shed some light on the mysteries of God’s mercy today. We don’t have all the answers and we won’t this side of heaven. However, we can certainly look into the mysteries of God and continue to receive His mercy in our lives.

The Mystery of Mercy Romans 11:25-36 Intro: People love to solve mysteries. Whether it’s figuring out a John Grisham novel or solving a complicated riddle, people love to try to figure out mysteries. Lots of people enjoy the TV show "Unsolved Mysteries" hosted by Robert Stack. "Unsolved ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:25-36

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Blessed Are The Merciful Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Aug 31, 2022

We live in a world that has no idea what mercy really is or any desire to show it. Jesus has a much better way for those in His Kingdom, 'Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy."

Blessed Are The Merciful Matthew 5:7 DisMiss Grove KIDZ We read the following in Luke chapter 10 beginning at verse twenty five. On one occasion an expert in the law stood up to test Jesus. “Teacher,” he asked, “what must I do to inherit eternal life?” “What is written in the Law?” he replied. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Blessed Are The Merciful Series

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 7, 2005

In order to cope with all of the pain and suffering that goes on around us, we have learned to control our emotions and we don’t allow ourselves to dwell too long on all that ails this world. In the process however, we have become almost indifferent and m

Introduction: We live in a world where it is easy to become cold-hearted, insensitive, and unsympathetic. With news available to us 24/7, we can see the tragedies almost as they take place most anywhere in the world. Constantly we hear of, and see the results of violent acts that have occurred. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

At The Mercy Of The Sea Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 27, 2019

Knowing Jonah was the reason for the storm the faced, the mariners continued to do all they could to spare Jonah from being thrown into the sea. Little did they know that God had a greater plan!

At the Mercy of the Sea Jonah 1: 11-16 As we continue to move through the book of Jonah, I want to remind us of the powerful theme presented – the sovereignty of God in pursuing men unto Himself. Jonah had been called of God to preach a message of repentance to the Ninevites, and he chose to flee ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

In His Mercy Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 6, 2009

1- In His mercy He has given us new birth 2- In His mercy He has given us an inheritance 3- In His mercy He has given us protection

INTRO. - ILL.- The story is told of a politician who, after receiving the proofs of a portrait, was very angry with the photographer. He stormed back to the photographer and said these angry words: "This picture does not do me justice!" The photographer replied, "Sir, with a face like yours, you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Expecting Mercy

Contributed by Russ Houser on Jan 12, 2002

How many times have we gone astray, knowing that the Lord will forgive us when we come back? How long will the Lord tolerate our intentional rebellion.

Expecting Mercy 1-13-02 AM Isaiah 1: 11 To what purpose is the multitude of your sacrifices unto me? saith the LORD: I am full of the burnt offerings of rams, and the fat of fed beasts; and I delight not in the blood of bullocks, or of lambs, or of he goats. 12 When ye come to appear before me, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:11-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Receiving Mercy Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 13, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Receiving Mercy

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Receiving Mercy Luke 17:11-21 November 22, 2009 Jesus has been heading toward Jerusalem for some time (9:52) bent on reaching his destination and fulfilling his destiny. He enters a village and encounters ten lepers who beg him for mercy. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Birthmark Of Mercy Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Nov 23, 2022

Can a person experience God's mercy and not share it with others?

The essence of being a Christian and walking after Jesus, is my reaction to what He is and my response to what He has done. Therefore, if I want to know what I should do as a Christian, then I don’t look at Christians. I look to Him. The heart of Christianity is my reaction to what He is and what ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Baptist

An Appeal For Mercy.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 2, 2024

A prayer that God might honour His own great name.

AN APPEAL FOR MERCY. Psalm 79:8-10. God’s people can sometimes see their afflictions as the outworking of their own rebellion against Him. Our failure to keep the LORD’s covenant may often be the cause of our problems, but our repentance brings us to the final court of appeal: His “tender ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 79:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Showing Mercy Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 20, 2024

A study of the Beatitudes. Jesus begins His sermon on the mount answering the question: "What will it take to make you happy?" His answer, however, is far different from the way most people will answer. In fact, his answers appear to bring sorrow, not happiness.

PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS: SHOWING MERCY A. Mercy is a quality that is so needed today. COMMENT: We live in a WORLD where it’s so easy to become CALLUSED and INDIFFERENT. We are bombarded daily with news of TRAGEDIES, VIOLENCE, and SUFFERING PEOPLE. Living SANELY in such a WORLD often necessitates ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ