Sermons on God Isnt Merciless:

The Craftsman At God’s Side Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 12, 2018

When we picture Christ, we always picture him as the Son of God who started working AFTER he was born on Christmas. But according to the Bible, Jesus was working long BEFORE he was born on Christmas.

March 28, 2006 "THE CRAFTSMAN AT GOD’S SIDE" Proverbs 8:22-8:31 22 “The Lord possessed me at the beginning of His way, Before His works of old. 23 I have been established from everlasting, From the beginning, before there was ever an earth. 24 When there were no depths I was brought forth, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 8:22-31

Denomination: Baptist

United For God’s Glory Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 6, 2011

God uses all kinds of people to do His work. You have a place in His church and your contribution is valuable. With such diversity in the team, it is senseless to compete and compare; we are called to cooperate. We serve to glorify God, He alone is our

What we learn last week: ?What God originates, He orchestrates. ?Expect challenges when doing God’s will. ?Don’t fear difficulties. Choose to look at them with eyes of faith, and not fear. Last Tuesday, I read these words from Bill Hybels?The Power of a Whisper (p.110-111): “Don’t ever buy into ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:1-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Faith In Action

Contributed by Patty Groot on Oct 6, 2025

True faith isn’t about how much we have, but about trusting God enough to live it out through humble obedience, steady service, and daily forgiveness.

Our Scripture today comes from Luke. It’s a fascinating passage, one that at first seems like two unrelated teachings pressed together, but when we look closer, we discover a thread that ties them beautifully. The disciples come to Jesus and say, “Increase our faith!” (v. 5). That’s the kind of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-10, Matthew 17:20, Luke 13:18-19, Mark 4:30-32

The Deadly Art Of Idolmaking

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 19, 2025

Idolatry isn’t about statues; it’s anything we trust more than God, but Christ calls us from these false securities into an unbreakable covenant of love.

Introduction – An Unforgettable Ride It’s just as well that I have forgotten most of my hitchhiking stories. But one memory has stayed with me, as clear as if it happened yesterday. Back in April of 1975, I was hitchhiking in the early spring. It seemed like winter, even though the calendar said ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6, Deuteronomy 7:9, Isaiah 42:8, Matthew 6:24, 1 John 5:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

What Are You Holding Onto? Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon continues the Anchor series, exploring the concept of an anchor as a metaphor for faith, and encourages letting go of anything that isn't God, using biblical references from Mark and Luke.

Welcome back church! Today we continue our Anchor series together. And as a quick refresher from last week; An anchor is an amazing invention, used by fishermen and sailors for hundreds, if not thousands, of years. The basic concept of an anchor is that it “is a device, normally made of metal, used ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-23, Luke 15:11-20

Topics: Hope, Letting Go, Secure Anchor

Sermon Series: Anchor

In The Presence Of God (God With Us)

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 11, 2007

This is a sermon that kicked of Lent on Transfiguration Sunday. It focuses on the awesomeness of the presence of God.

In the Presence of God Luke 9:28-36 Now about eight days after these sayings he took with him Peter and John and James, and went up on the mountain to pray. And as he was praying, the appearance of his countenance was altered, and his raiment became dazzling white. And behold, two men talked ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Child Of God, Family Of God Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Apr 15, 2008

Because we do not know who we are, we don’t know how to live. God desires that we know the incomprehensible truth that we are His family and to learn how we can act like it.

Being the Family of God – Part One (Introduction) Rhetorical questions. How many sinners are there in this room? Can I see your hands? (Some of you know I’ve asked this before so you know better don’t you?) Why do so many of us see ourselves as sinners? Is it because…well, because we sin. For ...read more

Scripture: John 1:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Plan For You

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Aug 12, 2009

God is not scrambling about trying to work out His plan or make last minute corrections. When we fumble the ball or tragedy occurs, God’s plan has not slipped a gear. The tragedy is a part of God’s plan for our faith to grow and for His glory.

Opening illustration: Consider Charles Colson, the aide to Richard Nixon who was sent to jail for Watergate. As a result of his experience as a convicted felon, Colson founded Prison Fellowship, now the world’s largest Christian outreach to prisoners and their families. Prison Fellowship has more ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God’s Liberating Grace

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Oct 17, 2017

This sermon looks at how God's grace liberates us from the bondage of perfectionism.

God’s Liberating Grace In the desire to be free, the American public is in greater bondage than at any other time. While this is true given the increase of violence and overpopulation of jails, the real bondages are far deadlier. People are in the shackles of alcohol, drugs (both legal and ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare

If God Is God, Then Serve Him!

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 22, 2020

“How long will you waver between two opinions?” We need revival! Every kind of problem and disaster has happened to the USA. Have we repented yet? Do we still hesitate to surrender all to Christ? "If Jehovah is God, then serve Him!"

IF GOD IS GOD, THEN SERVE HIM! 1 Kgs 18:21-29, 36-39 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Watch your CHOICE OF WORDS 1. A doctor was called and asked to visit a sick home-bound man way out in the country. The wife, who made the call, said, “Doctor, I’m sorry to ask you to come so far, but he’s really sick!” ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:21-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Embraced By God’s Grace Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jun 27, 2023

Embraced By God’s Grace means we are loved unconditionally, forgiven completely, accepted in the Beloved, and that are to live for his glory. Glorifying God means that we praise Him continuously and live with absolute contentment, knowing that our present situation is God's plan for us now.

Sermon – Embraced By God’s Grace Scripture - Ephesians 1:1-15 “This letter is from Paul, chosen by the will of God to be an apostle of Christ Jesus. I am writing to God’s holy people in Ephesus, who are faithful followers of Christ Jesus. 2 May God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ give you ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-15, Psalm 139:13-16, Romans 3:23, Hosea 4:6, Revelation 4:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Spiritually Working Out

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jan 19, 2011

Salvation isn’t just a one moment event but a life-long journey of being transformed into Christ’s likeness.

Spiritually Working Out Phil 2:12-13 January 16, 2011 Intro: I don’t know about you, but it has seemed a little difficult to re-engage this January. Joanne and Thomas and I enjoyed our vacation, though we didn’t enjoy arriving back in Edmonton last Saturday in the middle of the biggest snow ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

It's Really Mine Series

Contributed by Carl Kolb on Jan 5, 2008

Could it be we’ve bought into the cultural lie that says sometimes taking things from others isn’t stealing?

What If They’re Wrong Series Exodus 20:15 “It’s Really Mine” • Once a man wanted to rob a downtown Bank of America. He walked into the branch and, on a deposit slip, wrote "this iz a stikkup. put all your muny in this bag." While he was in line waiting to give the note to the teller, he ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Restoring Hope

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 30, 2022

We can live without many things, but hope isn’t one of them. The Resurrection of Jesus restored hope!

Matthew 28:1-10 Introduction: • There are many things that we can live without, but hope isn’t one of them. o Nothing can plunge us into the depths of despair quicker than losing all sense of hope. o Hope gives us a reason to get up in the morning and the ability to keep moving ahead when ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Church Of God

Lord Of My Rocking Boat Series

Contributed by Dr. George Calhoun on Oct 25, 2008

If Jesus isn’t Lord before you get in the boat, He can’t be the Lord of your rocking boat.

The super tanker, Edmund Fitzgerald was built in 1958 at the Great Lakes Engineering Works in River Rouge, MI. Possessing an overall length of 729 ft. it was the largest tanker ever to sail the Great Lakes. On Nov. 9, 1975, the Edmund Fitzgerald left her port in Superior, Wisconsin en route to a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:22-25

Denomination: Baptist