Sermons on Finding Mercy:

Joy In The Darkness

Contributed by Don Schultz on Dec 5, 2013

Where does one find real and lasting joy? What about when bad things happen?

Joy in the Darkness: 1 Peter 1:6-9 1 Peter 1:6 In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials. 7 These have come so that your faith-- of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire-- may be proved genuine ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Hezekiah's Hat Trick Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Sep 15, 2009

Pt 7 deals with Hezekiah’s ability to follow God and find success in "everything he did."

The Secrets to Successful Living Pt 7 – Hezekiah’s Hat Trick 2 Kings 18:1-8 As we bring this series on successful Christian living to a close today, we’ve talked about idea’s of changing our measure of success, keeping Christ central to life, Boundaries and Balance, simplifying life, living a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 18:1-8

Denomination: *other

Noah's Ark And The Worldwide Flood Series

Contributed by David Diyanni on Apr 9, 2011

Was Noah's Ark a real story? Find out as we explore the facts about a world wide flood?

Noah's Ark and the World Wide Flood Introduction A. The reason I am teaching on the topic of evolution verses creation is so that you can get access to scientific information that the public schools are censoring for fear that it might show how foolish the teaching of evolution really is. The ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Pure Joy Series

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Aug 20, 2008

We are to find joy and grow in faith in all situations. Perhaps when the trials end will be good enough.

Pure Joy James 1:1-8 At Christmas we sing songs like Joy to the world. We exchange gifts and decorate and most people find joy in the season. As Christians we connect all the celebration to the Birth of Jesus…..But the joy of the season often seems to fade very quickly. There are other times in ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-8

Denomination: Congregational

Think About Jesus Series

Contributed by Bruce Montgomery on Aug 28, 2008

By fixing our minds on Jesus we can find victory, hope and courage no matter our circumstances

Think About Jesus Hebrews 3:1-6 Intro. What do you think about? From the moment we are born, all think about something: Baby – own comfort, enjoyment, “dryness” and food. Child – what to wear, who will sit by me at lunch, should I take a sack lunch or eat in the cafeteria Adolescent – does ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paul And His Love For The Gospel

Contributed by Phil Dyar on Dec 4, 2008

STUDY PAUL AND YOU WILL FIND A MAN WHO LOVED GOD AND THE GOSPEL. ROMANS 1:14-16

ROMANS 1:16 TEXT FOR I AM NOT ASHAMED OF THE GOSPEL OF CHIRST KJV. TITLE PAUL AND HIS LOVE FOR THE GOSPEL INTRO. PAULS LIFE WAS ONE OF CONVICTION, COMMITMENT, AND COURAGE. HE WAS A MAN WHO FACED BATTLES, BURDENS, AND BETRAYALS ALL HIS LIFE, BUT HE WAS A MAN COMMITTED TO CHIRST AND TRULY a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:14-16

Ihope

Contributed by Todd Catteau on Dec 18, 2008

Without hope we will continually find our faith subject to the whims and haphazard circumstances of this fallen world.

IHOPE #1 November 30, 2008 Introduction Saw IHOP sign. Add an E and you get HOPE. Had Cina make a powerpoint. Henriann thought it would make people hungry for pancakes. Sorry, no pancakes. We need to talk about hope Especially relevant in this time of the year leading up to Christmas and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Home For Christmas Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 21, 2008

Because we all long to belong, we will be homeless until we find our home with God.

Christmas Questions: Destiny “Home for Christmas” John 1:14 Rev. Brian Bill 12/21/08 On December 17th, 1903, after four attempts, the Wright Brothers flew their “flying machine” for the first time. Wilbur rushed to the local telegraph office and sent the following message: “We have flown for 12 ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Baptist

Light At The End Of The Tunnel Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 5, 2009

If we are in the doldrums -- but learn to be emboldened by walking with God -- we can find courage to pursue better times.

Light At the End of the Tunnel (Genesis 29:1-14) 1. I came across this true account from Reader’s Digest: My cell phone quit as I tried to let my wife know that I was caught in freeway gridlock and would be late for our anniversary dinner. I wrote a message on my laptop asking other motorists to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus: Master Over Death Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Jan 8, 2009

Jesus is Master of not only Demons and Disease but also Death. Here we find ANXIETY, ACTIVITY and AUTHORITY.

Mark 5:21-24, 35-43 Jesus: Master Over Death Now when Jesus had crossed over again by boat to the other side, a great multitude gathered to Him; and He was by the sea. And behold, one of the rulers of the synagogue came, Jairus by name. And when he saw Him, he fell at His feet and begged Him ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross And The Crowd

Contributed by Everett Mccoy on Jul 19, 2008

This message looks at the different types of people gathered at the foot of the cross, and encourages everyone to find themselves in that crowd.

33 When they came to the place called the Skull, there they crucified him, along with the criminals--one on his right, the other on his left. 34 Jesus said, "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing." And they divided up his clothes by casting lots. 35 The people stood ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-37

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Glory Of God In His Love Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Apr 24, 2009

God’s love for us transcends anything we find in this world. His love is completely unconditional.

The Glory of God Series April 27, 2008 The Glory of God in His Love There are many ways in which love can express itself. There are many different feelings that we associate with love. Perhaps the most inspiring aspect of love is its diversity. I love my wife. I love my parents. I love my ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-14

Denomination: *other

Why Should I Believe In Creation Vs. Evolution Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on May 4, 2009

Discusses some differences between evolution and Creation and why Creation bests accounts for the evidence we find.

Why Should I Believe…Creation vs. Evolution? Genesis 1:1-31 The Biblical Account of creation… …best accounts for the Beginning Evolution says, “In the beginning, We have no idea” Creation says, “In the beginning God created…” …best accounts for the fossil record Evolution says life developed ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Rahab In Us Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on May 11, 2009

On Mother’s Day we need to learn about the faith of a woman we find in the the lineage of Jesus.

TITLE SLIDE THE RAHAB IN US Joshua 2:1-11 May 10, 2009 Have you ever looked into your family tree? It can be a lot of fun if you look deep into your family history and origins. Most likely you’ll discover there are some pretty strange and odd characters in your family’s background. Maybe that ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

His Story, Our Story Series

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Feb 25, 2009

As Paul explains the story of God in the story of Israel, we can find the story of our life in God.

His-Story, My Story: How we can understand our story when we understand God’s story Acts 13 What is your story? “The story of my life!” Many people are searching for meaning and purpose in life Illus: Lady emails during her sleep. Our story can be found in God’s story – His Story… Review: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-52

Denomination: Pentecostal