Sermons on Dogged By Mercy:

Final Destinations – Heaven Or Hell

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 30, 2018

A study in the Gospel of Luke Luke 16: 19 – 31

Luke 16: 19 – 31 Final Destinations – Heaven or Hell 19 “There was a certain rich man who was clothed in purple and fine linen and fared sumptuously every day. 20 But there was a certain beggar named Lazarus, full of sores, who was laid at his gate, 21 desiring to be fed with the crumbs which fell ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Jesus And The Canaanite Woman

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Sep 5, 2002

This sermon addresses how Jesus ministered to the Canaanite woman when others, including Jesus’ own disciples, would have just brushed her off.

JESUS AND THE CANAANITE WOMAN Text: Matthew 15:10-28 It seems that Jesus was indifferent toward this Canaanite woman who was in need of His help. Matthew 15:24 could give one that perception on the surface: "I was sent only to the lost sheep of the house of Israel" (Matthew 15:24 RSV). ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:10-28

Denomination: United Methodist

Want New Wineskins? - Aim Higher

Contributed by John Gullick on Mar 2, 2004

A sermon that discusses the need for the Christian to aim higher in order to live in the new wineskins God wants for us. contains a good story about Rees Howells.

Here’s a story about a couple of Westcoast men who used to go Possum hunting. In the West coast there are Possums everywhere – you see them on the road whereever you go. Anyway these two men used to take the dogs out and the dogs would find a possum up a tree or chase one up a tree,and the two ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:21-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When You Pray

Contributed by Benny Horn on Nov 3, 2001

Jesus taught us how to pray by His perfect example, and yet He never interrupted His precious time with the Father, by stopping to speak to the devil.

When You Pray November 14,1999 Sermon at A.B.C. Introduction: The Bible tells us to pray without ceasing. Do we do this? God wants us to fellowship with Him. He wants us to share everything in our lives with Him. He wants us to talk to Him just as we do to our wife, husband, brothers, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:16, Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

From Thanksgiving To Thanksliving

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 23, 2008

We can control our complaining to the extent we are actively involved in thanksliving.

From Thanksgiving to Thanksliving 1 Chronicles 16 Rev. Brian Bill 11/23/08 There’s something within us that resists giving thanks, isn’t there? It’s far easier to complain and be in conflict than it is to live a life of thanks. I’d like to propose that we can control our complaining to the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:1-43

Denomination: Baptist

The Perfect Mother

Contributed by Mark Eberly on May 12, 2009

Even though we aren’t perfect, there is something about a mother’s love that points us toward God’s own perfect love.

Mother’s Day 2009 The Perfect Mother Matthew 15:21-28 May 10, 2009 There were three young children who loved to get up early and watch out the window for the garbage truck. They took great delight in watching the waste hauler empty the can, then work the lever that caused the truck to compact the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Church Of God

A Messiah Of Transformation Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Nov 12, 2009

While the Christian life is a process, we need to be making progress.

A Messiah of Transformation Text: Matt. 9:14-17 Introduction 1. Illustration: As you all know by now, my favorite football team is the Cleveland Browns, and may God have mercy upon me! Our current coach, although hopefully not for long, has a favorite saying when ask about why his team is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:14-17

Denomination: Methodist

Fatih Training Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Sep 21, 2011

Just like physical training, faith training involes building strength and endurance.

FAITH TRAINING Sam was a great bird dog. If he pointed to a clump of bushes, there surely was a bird in there. He was much more than just a bird dog. Often we'd share together lazy lunches in an abandoned apple orchard, and the snooze that followed. Late one afternoon, Sam and I became ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-10

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Living With No Regrets

Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 14, 2013

Life lived without regrets is lived with the awareness that our choices matter and make a difference in this life and the afterlife.

Title: Living with No Regrets Text: Luke 16:19-31 Thesis: Life lived without regrets is lived with the awareness that our choices matter and make a difference in this life and the afterlife. Introduction: I talked with a man this past Thursday evening whose wife is dying of terminal cancer. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gentle Restoration

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Jul 1, 2016

The object of all admonition is the restoration of a person at odds with God because of persistent, intentional, defiant, high handed sin. We would warn someone about a physical danger. We also need to warn about spiritual danger.l

Pentecost 7 Year C July 3, 2016 Text Galatians 6:1 Brothers, ( And Sisters ) if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted. Gluttony certainly is not spoken highly of in the Bible. Proverbs 23:2 ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1

Denomination: Lutheran

Being A Successful Steward

Contributed by Steven Devroy on Jan 3, 2025

We are all called to be great stewards for the kingdom of God!

Good morning everyone, and welcome to Church. It is such a pleasure to see everyone. Last week we had a wonderful service! We talked about how God is calling every believer to greatness. We were created in the image of God and since God is Great, He is also calling us to be Great. We talked about ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:48, 1 Corinthians 12:11, Romans 12:6-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Faith-Defier Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 27, 2025

Jesus celebrates bold, persistent faith from unexpected people and expands grace beyond boundaries, bringing healing into homes that feel far away.

INTRODUCTION Some people seem to come to Jesus from the “right” backgrounds. Grew up in church. Know the songs. Understand the language. Fit neatly into the system. Then there are others. The ones who never quite know when to stand up or sit down. The ones who aren’t sure if they belong. The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-30, Matthew 15:21-28, Isaiah 56:7, Hebrews 11:6, Romans 11:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

A Sharp Dressed Man

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Dec 29, 2003

Paul tell us that to be pleasing to God there are some things that we must put on.

I went to our local thrift store and bought an outfit, (Dark brown 1970’s pants, Hot Pink 1980’s shirt, Ugly tie, and 1950’s navy blue sports coat with red stiching) to preach this sermon. It went over real well. A Sharp Dressed Man Colossians 3: 5-14 By now the all of your Christmas presents ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:5-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Saved By Grace! Series

Contributed by Russ Adams on Aug 26, 2015

We are saved by grace.

August 23, 2015 Church Planting Saved by Grace! Acts 15:1-11 Opening words: I love this story. A young Billy Graham was driving through a small southern town, when he was pulled over by a policeman and charged with speeding. Graham admitted his guilt, but was told by the officer that he would ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Hope In God

Contributed by Victor Yap on Feb 4, 2017

Psalms 42

HOPE IN GOD (PSALMS 42) There are five books in the Wisdom Books: Job, Psalms, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes. Job teaches us how to live triumphantly – our physical being; Psalms teach us how to live thankfully – our spiritual being; Proverbs teach us how to live truthfully – our social ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible