Sermons on Give Mercy:

Mercy – The Fifth Step To Happiness Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Feb 20, 2008

This is a sermon on the fifth beattitude. Mercy: I’m merciful - 1. If I’m patient with those are DIFFERENT from me. 2. If I forgive those who have FALLEN. 3. If I help those who are HURTING. 4. If I do good to my ENEMIES.

Becoming Merciful – The Fifth Step To Happiness We have been making a journey through a section of the scripture known as the beatitudes. The beatitudes are found in Matthew chapter five. All of them begin with the word “blessed.” Another word for blessed is happy. So as we have been making ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Merciful And Majestic Goodness Of God

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 18, 2021

Throughout the Bible, God is revealed as "good" and His "goodness" towards us is proclaimed

God is the source and perfection of all good (2 Thess 1:11; see (Psalm 23:6; 68:10; 73:1; 119:65; 145:9; Lam 3:25; Luke 6:35; Rom 2:4; 11:22; Eph 2:7; Titus 3:4)). His goodness is the foundation of Scripture and is praised in the Psalms (25:8; 34:8; 86:5; 100:5; 118:1; 136:1; 145:9). Jesus affirms ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:6, John 8:12, Genesis 1:3-4, Acts 17:27, James 1:16-18, Matthew 7:9-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Parable Of The Gracious And Merciful Gardener

Contributed by Evelyn Weston on Mar 14, 2004

Lent 3C: Looking past the Law and the barren fig tree, we find the Good News that Jesus let himself be cut down rather than let the fig tree (us) be cut down.

With One Voice # 713 - Lord, Let My Heart Be Good Soil Let us pray: Lord, let our hearts be good soil. Plant the seed of your Word in our minds and hearts, and help it to bring forth fruit in our lives. Amen Why do bad things happen to good people? Why do bad things happen at all? Questions ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

A Model, A Moron, And Abundant Mercy

Contributed by Craig Benner on Aug 16, 2013

Looking at three men who had three completely different outcomes as a result of their actions and attitudes.

A Model, A Moron, and Abundant Mercy 1 Co. 15:33 33 Be not deceived: evil communications corrupt good manners. (KJV) 33 No os engañéis; las malas conversaciones corrompen las buenas costumbres. (RVG04) 2 Co. 6:14 14 Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Marvel At God's Mercy

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Apr 15, 2018

Why marvel and wonder at God's mercy when we can be a part of it.

Weekend Message/Devotion April 15, 2018 Acts 3:1-19 Why Marvel at God’s Mercy? Why marvel and wonder at God's mercy when we can be a part of it. In this account of Peter and John entering the gate called Beautiful, leading to the temple, we read of their encounter with a man born crippled; ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Divine Mercy And Our Response

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 11, 2009

Divine Mercy Sunday is an opportunity to examine our attitudes and actions in response to Jesus’s Divine Rescue.

Sunday of Divine Mercy 19 April 2009 On April 30, 2000, Pope John Paul established this Sunday as the Feast of Divine Mercy. In the image of Christ shown to St. Faustina in her vision, two rays of divine mercy come from the heart of Christ. In John’s Gospel we proclaim that blood and water ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Catholic

The Free Offer Of Mercy & Grace Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jul 10, 2008

All people are called to listen & receive God’s wonderful new covenant. The gods of this world extract a high price for what eventually turns into dust & ashes. God’s free offer though is a covenant relationship that will never end. Come & partake.

ISAIAH 55: 1-3 -5 THE FREE OFFER OF MERCY AND GRACE [John 4: 10-14] People everywhere are called to listen to and receive God’s wonderful new covenant. The gods of this world extract a high price for what eventually turns into dust and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

God's Majesty, Mercy And Mission

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on May 26, 2015

Isaiah 6:1-8 reveals to us God's Character, Heart and Mission. Isaiah reveals to us God's Majesty, He experiences God's mercy and joins in God's Mission for His world.

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8; Psalms 29; John 3:1-17 Theme: God's Identity Proposition: Isaiah 6:1-8 reveal to us God's Identity. In this passage we see I. The Majesty of our God (a. He is God, there is no other b. He is King c. He is holy) 2. The Mercy of God (a. He reaches down ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene

Mercy-The Way To Happiness Series

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Aug 19, 2003

John Wesley visited General Oglethorpe when he was governor of the colony of Georgia. The general mentioned an incident involving a man who had angered him and remarked, "I shall never forgive him!" Wesley answered, "Then I hope, sir, you never sin."

Mercy-The Way to Happiness Text: "Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy" (Matt. 5:7). Scripture Reading: Matthew 5:1-7 Introduction John Wesley visited General Oglethorpe when he was governor of the colony of Georgia. The general mentioned an incident involving a man who had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Merciful Forgiving God Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 12, 2015

This is the sixteenth in a series on the attributes of God focusing on God's mercy and forgiveness

Knowing God Series #16 ¡§Our Merciful Forgiving God¡¨ Review I. The nature of God II. The Attributes of God A. God is infinitely GREAT in His ability / capacity B. God is infinitely and perfectly PURE in His morality and judgments C. God is infinitely GOOD in His relationships When ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:17

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

How Dare You Be Merciful!!! Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Mar 7, 2006

Jonah knew God’s grace, but he didn’t want God to be merciful. Jonah complains in anger, but God responds with another lesson in grace.

Jonah 4:1 (NLT) This change of plans upset Jonah, and he became very angry. Unrighteous Anger • Jonah did not want to see the Gentiles spared – He did not want to share God’s message – The Israelites were God’s people, there was no room for anyone else • Jonah had forsaken God’s call for His ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord's Mercies

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Oct 29, 2024

The Lord has removed our sin

The LORD’s Mercies Psalm 103:1-13 Good morning, As a child, I remember my grandfather talking about going through the Depression and trying to find work. I remember him telling stories of how, in the pre-union times, if you were sick, you didn’t get paid. If you got hurt, too bad; go home, and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Moses' Prayer: A Prayer For Mercy Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 3, 2015

If you want your prayers to really make a difference, then remind God that His interests are at stake and ask God to remember His people, His purposes, and His promises.

There was once a small town which had no liquor stores. Eventually, though, someone built a nightclub right on the main street through town. This so upset the members in one of the churches that they conducted several all-night prayer meetings. They asked the Lord to “burn down that den of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Mercy: God's Greatest Blessing

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Mar 12, 2002

Let us build a bridge of mercy and extend the mercy we have received to the guilty.

Mercy. The gift given to the guilty. Mercy is a word you will hear used in the legal system. After the conviction has been made, the jury has unanimously declared your guilt, and the sentence is about to be handed down, MERCY is begged for. Your advocate may say, “We would like to throw ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Church Of God

Mercy: The Ability To Heal Others Series

Contributed by Brad Fowler on Oct 13, 2007

Mercy comes to those who are merciful. The measure we use, it is measured to us.

I. INTRODUCTION Good morning! It’s good to be with you all again! We are continuing our series on the ABC’s of Christian Living. We come to the letter “m” which is “Mercy: The Ability To Heal Others.” (Matt.5:7) “Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.” One man once said to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:32-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ