Sermons on External Laws:

The Christian And The Law Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jul 24, 2011

In Romans 6, Paul dealt with those who think they can do whatever they want now, even live sinfully. Now Paul turns to those who think they need to follow “the rules” in order to be a Christian. What we find is that our only hope for living is a relatio

The Law and the Christian The Law does not have authority over us (v. 1-6) The Law does still have purpose for us (v.7-13) The Law does not have power to change us (v.14-25) Slide Intro It has been hot out there! We have been facing extreme heat this past week. On Thursday, while driving, my car ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Grace And The Law Series

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Apr 28, 2011

God sent Christ to fulfill the law, and he now allows us to satisfy it through our identification with him.

Romans 7:1-13 Introduction: A. Do you ever wish they had consulted you before making a particular law? B. For example, the area you are driving through is posted 45 mph because it is a residential zone, but there are only three houses throughout the entire area? C. Michelle and I sometimes discuss ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Law Of The Farm

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 28, 2011

A sermon about the parable of the sower: preparing the soil, sowing the seed, watering the seed, pulling weeds, and waiting for the harvest.

Luke, Chapter 8: We’re going to talk this morning…If I had to say there were three or four passages of Scripture that I think are very important to my life personally, I would say the prodigal son is by far my favorite, my favorite parable that’s ever been written. We’re ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Law Of Love

Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Sep 4, 2011

A sermon about why love’s got to do with everything, and why it should be the most precious, and old-fashion notion of all.

INTRO Tina Turner once asked a powerful question, one that became a hit song of the early- eighties. She asked, “What does love have to do with it?” Her song is replete with two, rhetorical questions: “What's love but a second hand emotion” and “Who needs a heart, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-10

Denomination: Lutheran

The End Of The Law

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 31, 2012

Through Jesus, we have the hope of forgiveness and salvation.

The End of the Law Easter Morning Service, April 12, 2009 Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Through Jesus, we have the hope of forgiveness and salvation. Focus Passage: Romans 10:1-13 Introduction: I. Before the cross of Jesus a. For every high priest taken from ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Law Or Gospel?

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Feb 22, 2012

Just as entering the life of redemption requires the work of the Holy Spirit in our hearts, so continuing in the life of redemption requires his activity within us.

First Presbyterian Church Wichita Falls, Texas February 22, 2012 LAW OR GOSPEL? Isaac Butterworth Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18 (NIV) 1 ‘Be careful not to do your “acts of righteousness” before men, to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven. 2 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Way Of Law Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 17, 2011

A sermon on the Law Way of Salvation {Before you overreact, this way does not work} (Material adapted from Dr. Jack Cottrell)

Introduction: I am not under law; I’m under grace! It was grace that rescued me; it was grace that set me free! I have sought- I have found- a hiding place; I am not under law; I am under grace! WBTU: There are two ways to be right with God, two choices and only two. Two kinds of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:19-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Priesthood And Law

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 6, 2014

To show that we are now under Grace and not under Law.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you under grace and not under law? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we are now under Grace and not under Law. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 7:12 (Amplified Bible) 7:12 For when there is a change in the priesthood, there is of necessity an alteration of the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Witness Of The Law Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Feb 18, 2014

Two prevailing themes are knit together throughout the Bible, God's Law and God's Gospel. The law witnesses to the perfect character of God and the sinful character of man.

Law and Gospel: The Witness of the Law Exodus 20 “A recent survey by George Gallup Jr. revealed a startling trend in our culture. According to Gallup the evidence seems to indicate that there are not clear behavioral patterns that distinguish Christians from non-Christians in our society. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Grace And Law

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 18, 2014

To show that CHRIST is both our Perfection and our Righteousness, that we are declared the Righteousness of GOD in CHRIST.

I. EXORDIUM: Is CHRIST Your Righteousness? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that CHRIST is both our Perfection and our Righteousness, that we are declared the Righteousness of GOD in CHRIST. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 7:19 (Amplified Bible) 7:19 For the Law never made ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christ And The Law Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Aug 7, 2013

A sermon examining how Jesus fulfilled the Law.

CHRIST AND THE LAW Matthew 5:17-18 Here in the USA, when a new president takes office, (if his predecessor was from the opposition party) one of his first acts after his inauguration is usually to go to the Oval Office and begin to sign executive orders with the intention of immediately ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Misusing The Law Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 5, 2013

The purpose of the Law and the danger of mishandling that same Law is discussed. The contrast of law and gospel is examined.

“We know that the law is good, if one uses it lawfully, understanding this, that the law is not laid down for the just but for the lawless and disobedient, for the ungodly and sinners, for the unholy and profane, for those who strike their fathers and mothers, for murderers, the sexually ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Grace Or Law

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 9, 2015

Are you living under Grace or Law or maybe a form of Graw or Lace?

The argument over Grace versus Law or a mixture like Glaw or Lace has been going on for centuries. That is to be expected because there was such a radical change between the Old and New Covenant it was bound to bring about controversy. The Jews who had been under the Old for so many centuries ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Book Of The Law Series

Contributed by Rodney Coe on Feb 11, 2015

A sermon overview of the Pentateuch

The Book of the Law Deuteronomy 4:8, “And what great nation is there that has such statutes and righteous judgments as are in all this law which I set before you this day?” (NKJ) As we traveled down Route 66 on Sunday nights we got broke down on Ezekiel. Route 66 is designed to take ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Law And The Promise Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jun 16, 2014

Being “in” Christ means we live in the One who is the driving principle of our lives, and we’re brought together into a new family as heirs of God’s promise through the adoption of grace.

Introduction: Promises, promises--do you keep your promises? Probably better than some politicians. Will Rogers quipped, “If we got one-tenth of what was promised to us in acceptance speeches there wouldn’t be any inducement to go to Heaven.” Or how about this employee ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:15-29

Denomination: Congregational