Sermons on Effects Of Grace:

Prayer Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 21, 2012

John Wesley also believed that the Holy Scriptures were a Means of Grace. How? Wesley believed the Scriptures are an indispensable Means of Grace as they bring us into the Presence of Jesus Christ and the will of God for our lives. The Scriptures also hav

Scripture as a Means of Grace 2 Timothy 3:16-17 When we talk about Communion, Prayer, Worship, small group accountability and fasting as a Means of Grace, it make sense to us because we see how they function in our lives, and in the life of the Church. But John Wesley also believed that the Holy ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Methodist

Faithful Followers

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

Big Idea: FAITHFUL FOLLOWERS HELP THE PERSECUTED CHURCH STAND STRONG IN THE GRACE OF GOD H.

Big Idea: FAITHFUL FOLLOWERS HELP THE PERSECUTED CHURCH STAND STRONG IN THE GRACE OF GOD H. Gordon Selfridge built up one of the world's larges department stores in London. He achieved success by being a leader, not a boss. Here is his own comparison of the two types of executives: The boss drives ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Unfair, Trying So Hard, I Fail To Overcome, Will I Loose My Crown?

Contributed by Coz Von on Jul 23, 2015

Will God be able to say “good and faithful servant” to a weakling like me? When were not growing your dying - We grow a lot, At some point, will I stop growing and fall away? I am concerned.

Unfair, trying so hard, I fail to overcome, will I loose my Salvation? will God be able to say “good and faithful servant” to a weakling like me? When were not growing your dying - We grow a lot, At some point, will I stop growing and fall away? I am concerned. We are on this narrow ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16, Hebrews 7:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The War Within

Contributed by Randy Shepard on Sep 19, 2018

We all have two wars brewing inside of us. The war of good vs evil or flesh vs spirit, and the war of grace vs guilt

A hotel in Galveston, Texas, that overlooks the Gulf of Mexico, faced a potential problem. The edge of the hotel hangs over the water. Before the hotel opened, someone thought, "What if someone decides to fish out of the windows?" This person then erected signs saying not to fish from the hotel ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:1-25

Denomination: United Methodist

See Yourself In Paul's Story

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004

Like the Apostle Paul we are chief of sinners, chosen by grace, and can be cheerful in service.

What Bible character do you most identify with? Do any of you identify with Moses? While you know that God has called you to serve him you’re not sure whether or not you have the abilities to do what he wants. Or how about Martha? You’re committed to serving your Lord but some times forget that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-17

Denomination: Lutheran

The Way We Were Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Feb 25, 2002

How far the grace of God has brought us since he found us in sin.

THE WAY WE WERE Years ago there was a popular movie by that name. It was designed to take a nostalgic look at the past as most people want to remember it. We like to consider the past as the ‘Good Old Days’. The Apostle Paul also takes us down memory lane but instead brings us face to face with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-7

Thanksgiving For God’s Comfort Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 2, 2014

One of the many paradoxes of the Christian life is that the grace of God is most keenly experienced not in the best but in what seems to be the worst of times. However much the Christian longs for exaltation it is when he is humble he receives grace.

2 CORINTHIANS 1: 3-7 [GAINING PERSPECTIVE Series] THANKSGIVING FOR GOD’S COMFORT One of the many paradoxes of the Christian life is that the grace of God is most keenly experienced not in the best but in what seems to be the worst of times. However much the Christian longs for exaltation ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-7, Colossians 2:7

Denomination: Baptist

What To Do When Things Go Wrong, Even After You Have Done Right. Learning From The Patriarch Job

Contributed by Patrick Usifo on May 20, 2020

Sometimes things in our life are not working, everything seems to be against us even after we have done the right things. What can we as believers do in such cases

The fallout from the global pandemic has made the story of Job more relevant to us than ever, even more than the days of the ancient prophets of Israel. No one can doubt the untold hardship and suffering brought about by the pandemic and experienced by people worldwide. Just as it was to the people ...read more

Scripture: Job 16:16-21, Job 19:2-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Solemnity Of The Ascension Of The Lord And Mother's Day

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Apr 11, 2024

We are chasing a sense of enoughness. But it remains ever out of reach, and the effort and anxiety are burning us out. American "performancism."

Martha Campbell said of flunking her final exams and the resulting report card, and what her parents did: "I got a no TV for a week in math, a no dessert for a month in history, and a just wait 'til your father gets home in social studies." My seminary Bible teacher said, “The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-20, Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Catholic

Feast Or Famine Series

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Aug 3, 2005

It is only by God’s grace and not by man’s achievement that we can fellowship with Christ.

Feast or Famine Text: Luke 14:15-24 Introduction: There is a difference between a reason and an excuse. There are times when we may have a legitimate reason for what we do or don’t do, but excuses never stand up under scrutiny. As someone has said, "An excuse is actually the skin of a reason ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:15-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Restructuring The Church For Expansion During A Pandemic Of Presecution

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 12, 2022

Rapid growth, constant persecution and limited resources made the Apostles rethink their future and the future of the church. They reorganized their ministry team to maximze their efficiency and effectiveness. Let;s see how!

Sermon Restructuring The Church For Expansion Acts 8:1-8 “Saul was one of the witnesses, and he agreed completely with the killing of Stephen. A great wave of persecution began that day, sweeping over the church in Jerusalem; and all the believers except the apostles were scattered through the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-8, Acts 8:18-21

Denomination: Methodist

There Is Power In The Blood

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 28, 2022

This message is about the power of the blood of Jesus to literally change our lives.

There Is Power In The Blood Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-28; First Peter 1:13-19; Romans 5:9 When I was growing up in Church, we sang songs about the blood of Jesus. We sung this song that some of you might not be familiar with. It says, “There is a fountain, filled with blood, drawn from ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-28, 1 Peter 1:13-19, Romans 5:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Putting Our Faith On Display

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 10, 2017

The early church faced great adversity, but also enjoyed a tremendous opportunity to share the Gospel. We too must seek out opportunities to be an effective witness, putting our faith on display.

Putting our Faith on Display 1 Peter 3: 8-11 As we continue our series in 1 Peter, we need to be reminded of the volatile environment in which the believers existed. Sever persecution had forced many of them from their homes in and around Jerusalem. They were scattered throughout various regions ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Transformed By Truth: Embracing Weakness To Discover God's Strength 2 Corinthians 12:9 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 8, 2024

2 Corinthians 12:9 invites us to embrace our weaknesses, recognising that God's power is made perfect in our frailty. Through this, we can experience a profound transformation by understanding and living in the truth of God's grace.

Transformed by Truth: Embracing Weakness to Discover God's Strength 2 Corinthians 12:9 Introduction: Today, we delve into a powerful and transformative truth found in 2 Corinthians 12:9. This verse invites us to embrace our weaknesses, recognising that God's power is made perfect in our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9, Hebrews 4:16, Philippians 4:13, James 1:2-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

My Body And Me Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 3, 2008

In this sermon we look at Paul’s arguments in 1 Corinthians 6 about the damaging effects of sexual sin. Then we discuss how to overcome sexual temptation and sin.

Introduction: A. One Sunday morning, the preacher began his sermon by telling the congregation that he was going to say a series of words, and he wanted them to sing the song that came to mind when he said each word. 1. The first word he said was "rock" They immediately started singing "Rock of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ