Sermons on External Laws:

The Law Of Reciprocity

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Dec 31, 2012

This message is about sowing and reaping

The Law of Reciprocity “And God said, let the earth bring forth grass, the herb yielding seed, and the fruit tree yielding fruit after his kind, whose seed is in itself upon the earth; and it was so.” Gen 1:11 “While the earth remains, seedtime and harvest, and cold and heat, and summer and ...read more

Denomination: *other

Death Of Law

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 10, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: To understand this sermon, please refer to my other sermons entitled: Law Keeper versus Grace Law vs. Grace Law vs Grace in the lives of Saul vs David II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that wisdom is

I. EXORDIUM: To understand this sermon, please refer to my other sermons entitled: Law Keeper versus Grace Law vs. Grace Law vs Grace in the lives of Saul vs David II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that wisdom is needed in dispensation of grace not knowledge. IV. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 31:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Curse Of The Law

Contributed by John Lowe on May 18, 2016

Salvation could never come by obedience to the Law, because the Law brings a curse, not a blessing. The Law demands obedience, and this means obedience in all things. The Law is not a “religious cafeteria” where people can pick and choose.

Tom Lowe 5/17/16 The Curse of the Law (3.10-12) Galatians 3.10-12 (KJV) 10 For as many as are of the works of the law are under the curse: for it is written, Cursed is every one that continueth not in all things which are written in the book of the law to do them. 11 But that no man is ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

Harvest Law

Contributed by Robert Butler on Jul 15, 2020

God rewards us as we participate in his deliverance and establishment of his kingdom

Today, we move to the book of Obadiah. The only one chapter book in the Old Testament. It's a story of a distant cousin rivalry. They were warring cousins much like the hatfields and the McCoys. Their feud begins at the moment His brother, Essau also falls prey to his brother’s swindle for a ...read more

Scripture: Obadiah 1:1-21, Luke 6:38, Galatians 6:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Law Of Christ

Contributed by Michael Fredette on Aug 6, 2019

Loving Christ has to be the 1st priority of Christians That in every part of your being Jesus must be second to none

How many born again believers do we have here this morning? People who truly love Jesus? Let’s then let’s go ahead and tell Him , I love you Jesus Loving Christ has to be the 1st priority of Christians There are churches filled with Christians that have forgotten this simple fact- That nothing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:23, Ezekiel 37:1

Denomination: Baptist

Why The Law Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Aug 7, 2019

It is amazing how many of “us” have a performance-based religion! There are many who believe that a right relationship with God can be attained through the performance of the law.

INTRODUCTION: It is amazing how many of “us” have a performance-based religion! There are many who believe that a right relationship with God can be attained through the performance of the law. Read Ex. 20:3-17; Deut. 5:6-21; Matt. 22:35-40. God did not give the law so that people could become ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:16

Denomination: Baptist

Grace Or Law?

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Aug 23, 2019

A look at healing on the Sabbath and our choice of grace or law!

Grace or Law? August 25, 2019 Luke 13:10-17 When we’re young we don’t think about bending over for things, do we? We just do it, we react. But, as we age, we tend to get a little more cautious. We realize if we pick up that package the wrong way, if we trip over that crack in the sidewalk, even ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Law Of Moses Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 18, 2020

Was the Mosaic law good or bad? Why did God give it to Israel, and what part did it play for His people?

OPEN: Why do laws exist? Why do we have them? I thought about that a lot this week…and this was my conclusion: “Laws exist to modify behavior and to help us know what is acceptable and what isn’t.” Now, if that’s true, why were these laws written? In Michigan it is illegal to paint sparrows to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:9-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Law Of Love Series

Contributed by Stephen Smith on Feb 15, 2020

This message deals with a second New Covenant marriage - that between Christ and his Church (the Lamb and the Bride). It examines the significance of the Law in the life of the believer today.

The Bible: A Love Story Pt 4: The Law of Love The question is often asked: are we, as Christians under the New Covenant of Grace, still obliged to keep the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:5-6, 1 John 4:19, 1 Peter 2:9, Hebrews 13:20, Hebrews 12:24, Colossians 1:27, Ephesians 5:29-32, Ephesians 5:27, 1 John 5:3, Galatians 5:19, Galatians 5:14, Galatians 2:19-20, 2 Corinthians 5:17, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Romans 13:9-10, Romans 11:15, Romans 11:11-12, Romans 11:7, Deuteronomy 7:9, Matthew 11:28-30, Matthew 22:37-39, Luke 22:20, John 1:17, John 14:15, John 14:31, John 14:21, John 15:24, Acts 10:34-35, Acts 11:15, Romans 5:5, Romans 5:17-19, Romans 6:14, Ephesians 5:24-25, Revelation 19:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

The Spirit Of The Law

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Feb 17, 2020

When we examine the 10 Commandments more closely we understand the inner logic of God that forms them. We understand the Spirit of the Law.

February 16, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Deuteronomy 30:15-20; Matthew 5:21-37 The Spirit of the Law Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. When I was growing up, my sister Sarah received a science kit for her ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:15-20, Matthew 5:21-37

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus And The Law

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 5, 2022

Jesus condemned whoever sets aside the least of God’s commands. Let’s examine Jesus’ commentary on the law in the sermon on the mount and understand the spirit of the law.

Jesus condemned whoever sets aside the least of God’s commands. Let’s examine Jesus’ commentary on the law in the sermon on the mount and understand the spirit of the law. You ARE Salt and Light “You are the salt of the earth. But if salt loses its saltiness, how will it become salty again? It’s ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Law And Grace

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Jun 8, 2022

This sermon is more of a teaching that can be adapted for evangelistic purposes. It deals in a practical way in the understanding of Law and Grace, and compares their characteristics.

Law and Grace John 1:16 "And of his fulness have all we received, and grace for grace". The word "fulness" is still another term in this important passage which brings out the absolute Deity of the Savior. It is the same word which is found in Colossians 1:19 and 2:9—"For ...read more

Scripture: John 1:16, John 1:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Laws Of Revival

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 26, 2020

We’re going to look at “The Laws of Revival” that God established for all time. This Law assures us that God is always ready to send revival; He’s just waiting for us to fulfill the requirements.

THE LAWS OF REVIVAL 2 Chron. 7:14 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Dear Abby, a newspaper columnist, once printed the story of a man who went to a psychiatrist complaining that he was always hearing radio broadcasts. 2. Thinking to humor him, the psychiatrist asked him what he was hearing right then. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Law And The Christian Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 6, 2021

Christians have recognized what observant men of all ages have noticed, and that is, that law that is a respecter of persons is an instrument of evil, whereas, law that treats all men equally is an instrument for justice.

An angry group of citizens shouted at their small town mayor-"Every city car that passes through here breaks the law by breaking the speed limit. You've got to do something about it, and do it fast." "Don't you worry," said the mayor with confidence. "I'll ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Fulfilling The Law

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 3, 2021

When Jesus uses the metaphors of salt and light, He is talking to us about our covenant, our calling and how they relate to our righteousness.

FULFILLING THE LAW Text: Matthew 5:13 - 20 Mat 5:13-20  "You are the salt of the earth; but if salt has lost its taste, how can its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything, but is thrown out and trampled under foot.  (14)  "You are the light of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20

Denomination: United Methodist