Sermons on Covenant Mercy:

Beginnings - Covenant Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon introduction discusses the concept of new beginnings and second chances in the Bible, using the stories of Adam, Noah, and Abraham as examples, and poses the question of how one can participate in God's work in the world.

When we were kids, mistakes were magically fixed with a “do-over.” As adults, God knows we still need “do-overs.” Good thing the Bible begins with a book called “Genesis.” It is not merely the beginning—it tells the story of “new-beginnings.” Generation after generation—Adam, Noah, and Abraham—God ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:6

Topics: New Beginnings, Second Chances, Covenant

Sermon Series: Beginnings

The Divine Mercy Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 15, 2012

As preached at 8 a.m. Mass April 15 2012--revised Divine Mercy homily with comment on the accusation that the early Church was communist.

Divine Mercy Sunday 2012 (As preached Sunday a.m.) Spirit of the Liturgy Before beginning I would like to respond to the folks who, in the past, have argued from today’s reading from the Acts of the Apostles that the early Church practiced communism. It is true that Acts records all of them ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-35

Denomination: Catholic

Tender Mercies Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Feb 1, 2015

Our merciful God has pity on His children, who are in much distress, often of our own making. Mercy is a disposition to pardon the guilty. God gives what is undeserved, and doesn’t give what is.

At the end of the Civil War when the Confederate Army was finally defeated, Abraham Lincoln was asked how he would treat the rebellious South. The question hinted at the desire for severe punishment. But the merciful President said, “I will treat them as if they had never been away.” ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:8-17

Denomination: Congregational

The Priest Who Shows God's Mercy Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Apr 16, 2011

As our great High Priest, Christ offers Himself as the sacrifice for our sins and intercedes for us with the Father.

First Presbyterian Church Wichita Falls, Texas April 17, 2011 THE PRIEST WHO SHOWS GOD’S MERCY Jesus Christ -- The Center of Our Faith: Part 3 Isaac Butterworth Hebrews 4:14-5:6 (NIV) 4:14 Therefore, since we have a great high priest who has gone through the heavens,Jesus the Son of God, ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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

Gift Of Mercy Series

Contributed by Carl Kelleher on Jun 3, 2003

Learn about your spiritual giftings

Title: “Where Do You Fit In” Text: Romans 12:8 Tonight we are going to be looking at the Gift of Mercy! Thank God for the Mercy Person! The Person that is Sensitive to the needs, not only of the Body of Christ, but also to the needs of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Of Mercy Series

Contributed by Colin Mcgeer on Apr 26, 2023

We are able to come boldly into the King of Kings presence. We do not deserve His love. It is because He is merciful. He has crowned us with loving-kindness and tender mercies. Mercy is not because we deserve anything from Him. It is all about God's love.

Believe it or not, there was a time in our country and continent that there was no satellite television. No online TV streaming services no internet-connected devices such as tablets, laptops, smartphones, smart Televisions, and much more that are accessible to everyone today. During those years a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-23

God Of Mercy

Contributed by William Akehurst on May 17, 2021

GOD of MERCY, a message for Pentecost-Shavuot. Shavuot, celebrates GOD's WORD. Pentecost, celebrates HOLY SPIRIT. Together, GODS WORD in written and living form, plus GOD's SPIRIT, bring a fuller completeness to the individual believer who has received GOD's MERCY.

MESSAGE 2021.05.16 GOD of Mercy Pentecost-Shavuot William Akehurst HSWC GOD of MERCY, a message for Shavuot-Pentecost. Shavuot, celebrates GOD's WORD given to the Israelite Nation. Pentecost, celebrates GOD giving HOLY SPIRIT to believers in Messiah. Together, GODS WORD in written and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:5-8, John 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Blessed Merciful

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 12, 2018

MERCY IS SOMETHING THAT IS IN SHORT SUPPLY IN OUR WORLD TODAY, AND I WOULD DARE SAY IN THE CHURCH. MERCY AND FORGIVENESS IS SOMETHING THAT WE WOULD LIKE TO SEE SHOWERED ON US, BUT DON’T ASK US TO DO THE SAME FOR SOMEONE ELSE. IT’S NOT IN OUR NATURE.

THE BLESSED MERCIFUL PSALM 103 MUCH OF JESUS’ TEACHING IN THE BEATITUDES EITHER COMES DIRECTLY FROM, OR IS CLOSELY RELATED TO THE OLD TESTAMENT. SUCH IS THE CASE WITH THE BEATITUDE WE ARE STUDYING TODAY CONCERNING THE MERCIFUL. MERCY IS SOMETHING THAT IS IN SHORT SUPPLY IN OUR WORLD TODAY, AND I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Mirrors Of Mercy

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Mar 9, 2009

When we grow weary of our sin-sick world, and maybe even of sinners, we must remember that Jesus urged us to be mirrors of His mercy, and He came to call sinners, not the "righteous"

Mirrors of Mercy TCF Sermon March 1, 2009 We hear every day about sin and sinners at work in the world around us. We see it on the news. We see sin at work in our neighborhoods. We see it in our workplace. We see it in the marketplace, whether that’s the mall, the restaurants we frequent, or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:10-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Vessels Of Mercy

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on May 9, 2012

We cannot understand God's dealings with people apart from His mercy

Vessels of Mercy TCF Sermon May 6, 2012 “Drink tonight. Feel better tomorrow. That would be a miracle. Well, meet a miracle.” That’s the advertising message for a drink which is marketed as a hangover preventative - it’s supposed to enable you to consume alcoholic ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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

The Mercies Of God

Contributed by David Coe on Nov 12, 2000

A sermon showing the blessing of God's mercies.

The Mercies of God Lam. 3:22,23 I. The FACT of God's Mercies "...the Lord's mercies..." II. The FULLNESS of God's Mercies "...mercies..." (plural) III. The FORTRESS of God's Mercies "...that we are not consumed..." IV. The FORCE of God's Mercies "...fail not..." V. The FRESHNESS ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Being Merciful

Contributed by Timothy Mcginnis on Dec 28, 2000

The church exists not just too nurture and encourage Christians, but to be merciful to those who don’t know Him, and except them and love them for who they are.

BEING MERCIFUL Jude 1:20-25 Key Verse–verse 23 New Life’s Core Group–July 9, 2000 Jude 1:20-25 (NIV) 20 But you, dear friends, build yourselves up in ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:20-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Blessed Are The Merciful Series

Contributed by Rich Young on Jan 9, 2001

Fifth in a series of sermons from the Beatitudes on developing Christian character

Blessed Are The Merciful TEXT: Matthew 5:7 INTRODUCTION D. A young boy was sent to the corner store by his mother to buy a loaf of bread. He was gone much longer than it should have taken him. When he finally returned, his mother asked, “Where have you been? I’ve been worried sick about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed