Sermons on Finding Mercy:

Welcome To The Potters House

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Jan 23, 2001

We find hope and healing when we come to the Potters House.

How many of you could use some hope today? Welcome to the Potter’s House. You might have come in the doors this morning and you are going through some things that others in the place don’t even know about. You might be suffering from a medical condition and you could use some hope. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Parable Of The Lost Sheep: A Message Of Redemption And Restoration

Contributed by Christian Jones on Jun 9, 2023

This timeless story carries a message of hope, redemption, and restoration that is relevant to each one of us, whether we are saved, backslidden, or seeking a deeper connection with God. Let us embark on a journey of inspiration and exhortation, as we look to this profound parable.

Point 1: The Shepherd's Love and Care In Matthew 18:10, Jesus begins by emphasizing the preciousness of each individual soul. Our Heavenly Father cares deeply for every person, regardless of their current spiritual state. Just as a shepherd would leave the ninety-nine sheep to search for the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:10-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Four Days Late

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 29, 2021

When Christ delays answering our pleas, how shall we respond? God is merciful, even when it appears that Heaven in silent.

“Now a certain man was ill, Lazarus of Bethany, the village of Mary and her sister Martha. It was Mary who anointed the Lord with ointment and wiped his feet with her hair, whose brother Lazarus was ill. So the sisters sent to him, saying, ‘Lord, he whom you love is ill.’ But when Jesus heard it ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Results Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jun 1, 2007

Finding the message of forgiveness and acceptance from a Holy and Loving God by way of the Cross.

JESUS CHRIST IS RISEN FROM THE DEAD. SIN IS DEFEATED AND DEATH IS CONQUERED. JESUS’ WORK ON EARTH CAN NOW BE SUMMARIZED INTO ONE WORD – VICTORY! WHEN JESUS BREATHED HIS LAST AND GAVE UP HIS SPIRIT, IT WAS NOT THE END, NOR A VICTORY FOR EVIL. WHAT TRANSPIRED WAS A LOVING, COURAGEOUS, DEATH-DEFYING ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-10

Denomination: Free Methodist

Covenant Kindness And Restoration Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 7, 2025

Mephibosheth’s story is not just about a crippled man restored—it’s about a covenant-keeping God who lifts the undeserving.

COVENANT KINDNESS AND RESTORATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 9:1-13 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 19:22, Isaiah 54:10, Romans 11:29, Galatians 6:10, Hebrews 8:10-12 INTRODUCTION: One of the most touching and redemptive stories in David’s reign is found in 2 Samuel 9. After ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Let Jesus Show

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Dec 16, 2016

But there is one gift that meets everyone's need, one gift that never breaks, one gift that will never wear out. The most valuable gift of all, is Jesus. Beloved, Let Jesus Show. (Great Illustration that allows a good ending to the Message).

For those not familiar with an Anglican Service there are four readings prior to the Message. The assigned readings for today are: Isaiah 9:2-7; Psalm 96; Titus 2:11-14 and Luke 2:1-20. Let us pray... O Heavenly Father We come to you this evening with hearts open ... open to your transforming ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Anglican

What Has God Done For You Lately?

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jan 1, 2009

God is the initiator of mercy and grace in our lives, and so much so that all we can do is respond with heartfelt gratitude and praise.

Title: What Has God Done For You Lately? Text: Ephesians 1:3-14 The Big Idea: God is the initiator of mercy and grace in our lives and so much so that all we can do is respond with heartfelt praise. Introduction: My son and son-in-law and I watched the Bronco game against San Diego on Sunday… ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Start Over PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024

Explores surrendering to God, embracing spiritual renewal, and finding satisfaction in Him.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters in Christ, to this blessed gathering where we come together, not as individuals, but as a spiritual family, united in our love for the Lord. We are here to seek His wisdom, to find comfort in His promises, and to learn how to live a life that is pleasing to Him. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19

Topics: Unsatisfied Soul

Festivals Of Worship PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 4, 2025

God lovingly calls all people, regardless of status or struggle, to gather in His presence, remember His mercy, and rejoice together in shared grace.

If you’ve arrived today with a full calendar and an even fuller heart, you’re in good company. Some of us come carrying victories we can’t wait to tell, others arrive with questions that have kept us up at night. Some of us are bone-tired. Some of us are heartsore. And all of us—every single ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 16:11

Topics: Worship Purpose, Worship

Build Yourselves Up PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 21, 2023

This sermon encourages Christians to actively build their faith, pray in the Holy Spirit, and remain in God's love while awaiting Christ's mercy and eternal life.

Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a joy to gather together in this sacred space, bound by our shared love for the Creator, and warmed by the fellowship of our brothers and sisters in Christ? Our hearts are full and our spirits are eager as we prepare to engage with the Word of God anew. ...read more

Topics: Building Up

A Pharisee And Tax Collector Pray Together PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 13, 2025

True acceptance with God comes not from self-righteousness or comparison, but from humble confession and receiving the mercy and love found in Jesus Christ.

Some of us walked in today with a smile on our face and a scoreboard in our heart. You know the scoreboard I mean—the quiet tally of how we’re doing compared to others, the inner itch to be seen as enough, the nervous need to be noticed and approved. We measure our worth by the week we had, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Topics: Humility, Exaltation, Self-Righteousness

A Great Banquet PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

Highlight the boundless mercy of God, expressed through His invitation to all people to partake in His goodness, and the joy and responsibility of accepting and sharing this invitation.

Good morning, family! This morning, we're going to be diving into some exciting passages of Scripture together. We're going to be exploring Matthew 22:1-14; Isaiah 25:1-9; and Philippians 4:1-9. These verses beautifully depict the invitation God extends to us, the joy of accepting that invitation, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14, Isaiah 25:1-9, Philippians 4:1-9

Topics: Rejoicing, Peace

Swallowed But Saved

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 9, 2025

God’s mercy meets us in the depths, restores the runaway, and raises us up through the same power that raised Jesus from the grave.

Introduction The Bible contains some very peculiar verses, doesn’t it? But two of the strangest I’ve come across are right here in Jonah chapter two. Verse one: “From inside the fish Jonah prayed to the Lord his God.” And verse ten: “And the Lord commanded the fish, and it vomited Jonah onto dry ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-10, Psalm 51:8, 1 Peter 3:18, John 3:16, Matthew 12:39-40  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Message Left In The Tomb - Easter

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 22, 2005

You won’t find a body, but perhaps some graveclothes, a napkin, the spices...& a SERMON?! It wasn’t graffiti carved in the rock, but it surely was a message, and anyone can find it there today. Powerpoint at website.

The Message Left in the Tomb Various Texts Powerpoint at: http://www.gbcdecatur.org/sermons/MessageTomb.html Said one demon to another: If Christ ever gets out of that tomb, hell help us...all heaven will break loose! Message inscribed on tombstone of Mr. Solomon Peas: This ain’t Peas, it’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:23-25

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From The Cross - Part 1: Make The Right Choices In Life Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 9, 2020

This Scripture shows us 3 of the most important choices we can ever make: 1. Choose compassion over cruelty (vs. 1-3). 2. Choose the right way over the wrong way (vs. 4-16). 3. Choose Christ over condemnation (vs. 6-7; 9-11).

Lessons from the Cross Part 1: Make the Right Choices in Life John 19:1-16 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - May 30, 2018 (Revised June 9, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 19. Last time we took a big-picture look at the darkest day in human history: The day that ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-16

Denomination: Baptist