Sermons on Favour:

The Everlasting Love And Righteousness Of God Psalm 103:17-18 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 29, 2024

Psalm 103:17-18 reminds us of the enduring nature of God's love and His faithfulness across generations. These verses not only encourage us but also challenge us to live in a manner worthy of such divine favour.

The Everlasting Love and Righteousness of God Psalm 103:17-18 Psalm 103:17-18 (NLT): "But the love of the Lord remains forever with those who fear him. His salvation extends to the children’s children of those who are faithful to his covenant, of those who obey his ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:17-18, Lamentations 3:22-23, Proverbs 9:10, Deuteronomy 7:9, Exodus 19:5, John 14:15, Matthew 5:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Parable Of The Hidden Treasure Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 18, 2007

Nothing can destroy God’s people, Israel--Not killing all male babies, or burning their cities, not gas chambers, and not a nuke from Iran. Israel’s FAVOUR, their FAILURE, and their FUTURE. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Template.

Parable of the Hidden Treasure Matthew 13:44 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/HiddenTreasure.html There are ten “Kingdom Parables”, and according to vv. 1-2 they were given by the seaside [Galilee]. V. 36 says Jesus sent the multitude away after delivering four of them, and then entered into a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44

Denomination: Baptist

Honor And Honoring Mothers

Contributed by Chris Jordan on May 12, 2008

God wants us to give honour to whom honour is due, and specifically we are going to look at the importance of honouring our mothers. When we honour those God has placed in authority over our lives, we attract God’s favour and blessing.

HONOR AND HONORING MOTHERS INTRO: WHY GOD MADE MOMS: Answers given by 2nd grade school children: Why did God make mothers? 1. She’s the only one who knows where the scotch tape is. 2. Mostly to clean the house. 3. To help us out of there when we were getting born. How did God make mothers? ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-3

Denomination: *other

The Wonderful Name Of Jesus

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Oct 18, 2000

Luke 1:30-31 And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with GodAnd, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS.

Luke 1:30-31 And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with GodAnd, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS. The naming of a baby is a happy time. My middle girl, Karla, has twins girls who are two months old. I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:30-31

Denomination: Baptist

Forward In Faith: Free From Sin, Not Free To Sin Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 14, 2014

‘stand firm’ in the freedom which Christ brings, and Christ alone brings. Do not go back into the old way of trying to earn or win God’s favour by obedience to the Law. (1 Peter 1 v18-19)

This morning I want us to think about freedom, what we have freedom from and what we have the freedom to do. Christians often talk about something we refer to as the Gospel, the Gospel simply means Good News or glad tidings. And one of the best ways we can explain the Good News about Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Collect For Trinity 1 And John Newton

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on May 28, 2018

The collect for Trinity 1 is a prayer made for us all as it identifies our real need and our dependence upon God - it puts everything into perspective. Many of the great have fallen from high office or fallen out of favour from such a lack of dependence.

Collect for Trinity 1 and John Newton The collect for the 1st Sunday after Trinity is a prayer made for me and made for you. It’s a prayer that identifies our real need and our dependence upon God. It is a prayer that if we our honest with ourselves puts everything into perspective. How many ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-8

When There Is No More Wine, He Makes New Wine

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 31, 2025

If your life has lost its “wine”—whether joy, peace, favour, or purpose—Jesus is still the One who makes new wine. He doesn’t just refill what is empty; He transforms what is common into something extraordinary.

WHEN THERE IS NO MORE WINE, HE MAKES NEW WINE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 2:1-11 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:19, Joel 2:19, Psalm 104:15, 2 Kings 4:1-7, Revelation 21:5 INTRODUCTION: Life can sometimes reach moments of emptiness, dryness, or lack—moments when joy runs out, strength ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Romans 1:24-32 The World’s Tailspin Spiral Hits Rock Bottom On The Bedrock Of Homosexuality – Romans Message 4 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 27, 2023

It is not up to human beings to decide what is right or wrong. The pendulum of the gravity of sin lies with God alone. He is the moral compass of right and wrong. Once a nation adopts homosexuality and legislates in its favour, the downward spiral has hit rock bottom.

Romans 1:24-32 THE WORLD’S TAILSPIN SPIRAL HITS ROCK BOTTOM. WHAT IS THAT? WHAT’S THE BIG DEAL WITH HOMOSEXUALITY? – Romans Message 4 This message in Romans continues from last time where we looked at the path man has taken away from God and it goes down and down. Step by step, as he went ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:24, Romans 1:26-27, Romans 1:25, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Revelation 13:16-18, Revelation 6:14-17, Leviticus 18:22, Leviticus 20:13, 1 Corinthians 6:9-10, 1 Timothy 1:9-11, Matthew 19:4-6, Romans 1:28, Romans 1:29-32, 2 Timothy 3:2-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does Burning Grass Have To Do With Finances?

Contributed by Sophia Lorena on Mar 25, 2022

According to Jesus, grass is better than the splendor that Solomon displayed.

Every year, just before winter began, my grandmother, a very hard-working woman was seen clearing up the front yard. The ground, well-watered by months of heavy rainfall would sprout different kinds of weeds, plants, and grass. Unique wildflowers could also be found among all the wildly grown ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Listen And Obey

Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 8, 2015

We become different people when the Holy Spirit comes upon us. We celebrate and share with humanity’s children. We have been set free and we enjoy the special favour of God. God’s Word shines a light into our darkness and continues to set us free.

There is a common thread in the readings we heard from Nehemiah 8:1-10 and Luke 4:14-21 this morning, and it is freedom from slavery. In the case of the reading from Nehemiah, the story takes place after the Israelites have returned from captivity in Babylon. In Luke’s Gospel, Jesus mentions ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Anglican

Pleading For God's Mercy Series

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Oct 30, 2022

What is the only basis for your prayer for mercy? When you’ve been emptied of all pride, when you’ve given up trying to earn the LORD’s favour or to fix your life, then your only hope really is this: God has made you his own in Jesus Christ.

In our text Isaiah is praying. Praying is a normal thing for us, but let’s appreciate what the prophet is doing here. In this book of prophecy, there’s all kinds of different styles of writing. In Isaiah there are speeches, parables, lamentations, hymns of praise, predictions of the future, ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Be Strong In The Grace!

Contributed by Izak Shipman on Dec 7, 2002

Can one grow in Grace? What is grace? How to grow in grace. A sermon that will answer these questions and open doors for your life. A must!

Be strong in the Grace! Luk 2:48-52 and II Tim 2:1-2 Note Luke 2:52 especially “And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and men” and II Tim 2:1 “Be strong in the Grace” Paul instructs the young Timothy to be strong in Grace. In other words “Grow in Grace” The Greek ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:48-52, 2 Timothy 2:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

November: The Mystery Of The Eleventh (11th) Hour

Contributed by Aderemi Ojikutu on Nov 3, 2009

This is in continuation of the revelational series on times and seasons. How scriptural prayer points drew the sudden power of God intervenes in the lives of men.

Anchor Scriptures: • MATTHEW 20:16 – “So the last shall be first, and the first last: for many be called, but few chosen.” • PSALM 102:13 – “Thou shall arise, and have mercy upon Zion: for the time to favour her, yea, the set time, is come.” Say with me before we go into this message, • prayer ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Heaven Smiles On You

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 24, 2025

The smile of God upon a life is priceless. It cannot be bought with money or earned by human effort, but it is granted through relationship with God, obedience to His Word, and a heart that seeks Him diligently.

WHEN HEAVEN SMILES ON YOU By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Numbers 6:24-26 Supporting Texts: Psalm 67:1, Isaiah 30:18, Deuteronomy 28:2, Proverbs 16:15, Psalm 5:12 INTRODUCTION: The blessing found in Numbers 6:24–26 is not just a benediction; it is a divine declaration of God's intention ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 6:24-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Walking In The F.o.g.

Contributed by Michael Williams on Feb 27, 2001

WALKIN IN THE FAVOR OF GOD

WALKING IN THE F.O.G Luke 1:29-31 9Mary was greatly troubled at his words and wondered what kind of greeting this might be. 30But the angel said to her, "Do not be afraid, Mary, you have found favor with God. NIV Ps 84:8-10 8Hear my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:29-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational