Sermons on Covenant Of Grace:

Effatha! - Open Up

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Sep 3, 2021

Look up to heaven,” and have a constant connection with God. “Groan” for those in need and for those who do not know the Lord. And, “open up,” and put your faith into action.

Effatha! - Open up! “Jesus looked up toward heaven, and with a groan he said, “Effatha!” which means “Open up!” Mark 7:34 (CEV) As believers and churchgoers, we always enjoy worship service and listen to a new week’s sermon. But sometimes it is unavoidable to point out the time restraints that we ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Parable Of The Talents Series

Contributed by Kevin Brady on Sep 6, 2021

Three servants receive different gifts from their master. Two use them wisely. One does not. Why? This sermon explores the historical context of this parable with a view toward clarifying the plight of the unworthy servant. A re-telling of the story is followed by several meditations on the text.

Nothing was ready. Bags remained open and unpacked, with clothes neither in nor out. The servants ran from one unfinished task to another, trying their best to follow conflicting instructions from stewards who were themselves at odds. The mother of the house and her young children sat wide-eyed at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

This Is Us - Creation Day 6 Part 1 Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Sep 9, 2021

When Christians deny the biblical creation narrative we see that an enormous robbery has taken place in which someone has stolen from you that which provides shelter for your life and we don’t even know it.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD, USA www.mycrossway.org View this and other messages at: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/channels/8118 This is the inaugural worship service for CrossWay Christian Fellowship I wish to thank all of you for being here this ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:24-25, Psalm 8:3-5, John 6:68

Denomination: Brethren

You Are A Beloved Disciple Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Sep 15, 2021

Valentine's Day: Peter came very close to viewing himself by his failures instead of seeing himself through the eyes of Christ. He finally came to realize that he was a beloved disciple. And Jesus sees you as cherished too!

This morning I want to address the topic of our identity in Christ, concerning how we are a people covered by grace, and how we are deeply loved and cherished. Many believers walk about feeling defeated. They come down hard on themselves and never accept the forgiveness that God wants to offer ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

A New Vision Of God (Concluded).

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 11, 2021

The restoration of Job.

A NEW VISION OF GOD, AND THE RESTORATION OF JOB. Job 42:1-6; Job 42:10-17. The prose narrative bookends of the epic poem which is the Book of Job provide us at either end with the same judgment of Job’s character. Twice in the first two chapters the LORD taunts Satan with the integrity of Job ...read more

Scripture: Job 42:1-6, Job 42:10-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hold Firm Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Oct 12, 2021

What motivates us? Do we allow the Word to sink deeply into our hearts so Jesus can help and heal?

Hold Firm Walk in Wisdom / Hebrews 4:12–16   • [VIDEO] • Our desire, according to psychologists, is threefold: to feel morally clean, safe, and significant. We’ll do anything to justify feeling and thinking that way. And we’ll avoid any source that holds up a mirror to our lives that says ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12-16, Proverbs 5:21, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Romans 8:26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Taking Off The Old, Putting On The New

Contributed by Kenneth R. Jenkins on Oct 12, 2021

Putting on the new you and taking off the old you.

“Taking Off the Old, Putting on the New” Colossians 3:9-10 Colossians 3:9-10 King James Version 9 Lie not one to another, seeing that ye have put off the old man with his deeds; 10 And have put on the new man, which is renewed in knowledge after the image of him ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

"god Is Faithful" (4th In The Series)

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Oct 14, 2021

The Faithfulness of God...can become reality as a fruit of the Spirit in our lives if we keep in step with His Spirit. Illustration. Hosea demonstrated God's faithfulness. Abraham, Joseph, David experienced Gods' faithfulness. Faithfulness is a character trait that can grow.

In Jesus Holy Name October 17, 2021 Text: Galatians 5:22-23 “God is Faithful” 4th in the series Let me tell you a true but sad story about faithfulness. His name is not important at the moment. He fell in love with a beautiful girl. They got married. He ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Lutheran

The Redeeming Work Of God

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 17, 2021

One cannot examine the gracious provision of salvation apart from the finished work of Christ. Christ made the opportunity of salvation a reality through His atoning sacrifice and triumphant resurrection.

The Redeeming work of God Ephesians 1: 7-10 Our text today deals with the present aspect of our salvation and the provision of Christ which secured salvation for humanity. One cannot examine the gracious provision of salvation apart from the finished work of Christ. The Father had a plan that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Love: The Reason It's Most Important

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 30, 2019

This message discusses why love is most important. God is a God of love and He created us to give love and receive love. In this message you will see that our physical hearts enables us to do both.

Love: The Reason It’s Most Important Scripture: I Cor. 13; Mark 12:30-31; 1 Peter 4:8; 1 John 4:16-19 Introduction Do you know that the heart is the first functional organ to develop in a fetus and beats spontaneously by week 4 of development? Do you also know that the heart is more than just ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:30-31, 1 Peter 4:8, 1 John 4:16-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Contented Christian Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 10, 2020

Philippians 4:10-23 teaches us how to be content.

Scripture We come now to the final section in Paul’s letter to the Philippians. It seems to me that this final section is a wonderful summary of the topic of contentment. So, let’s read about the contented Christian in Philippians 4:10-23: 10 I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at length you ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Parable Of The Unforgiving Servant: An Exposition Of Matthew 18:21-35

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Sep 5, 2020

We have been given a priceless gift of grace which needs to be fleshed out in our relationships.

The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant: An Exposition of Matthew 18:21-35 We live in a world which demands “justice.” People have always demanded justice. Often this demand to justice leads to violence. On the other hand, people demand “grace” for themselves. This is the way it always has been. It ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When God Says No

Contributed by Brad Stone on Sep 19, 2020

We never like to accept a "No" answer in our life, especially in prayer, but the fact is that there are times God replies to us with a firm No because He wants to reveal to us a deeper plan.

When we were children, we never liked hearing the word 'No' when we ask our parents for something. We felt as though our every wish should be granted. If you say otherwise, we can pray later. Frankly, as adults, we feel the same way. We do not like to be told no in regards to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-9, Romans 8:28, Philippians 4:11-13, Hebrews 11:40, John 14:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

What It Means To Repent

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 27, 2020

This message is about Repentrance - what it means in Scripture and how it starts with the heart versus the mouth. True repentance is not just saying you're sorry , it's actually being sorry and willing to stop and change.

What It Means To Repent Scripture: Matthew 3:1-2; 4:17; Mark 6:12; Acts 2:38; 3:19 Second Chronicles 7:14 says, “If My people, who are called by My name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14, Matthew 3:1-2, Matthew 4:17, Mark 6:12, Acts 2:38  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

5 Decisions You Must Make To Excel - Genesis 39 Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Jul 25, 2021

Are you going to be like a Daniel? We need more Daniels in our lives in our world today.

…of these Bible stories and how important they are for their lives right now. They're not just things so that we could decorate our walls and have nursery rhymes before we go to bed. These stories are powerful in the lives of our children, you need to know. You need to know, son, that someday, ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible