Sermons on Gods Compassion:

Becoming A Holy Versus Healthy Church

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 27, 2003

The dangers of evangelistic outreach and church growth that are driven by purpose rather than God's presence are explored.

"Consecrate yourselves and be holy, because I am the LORD your God. Keep my decrees and follow them. I am the LORD, who makes you holy." (Leviticus 20:7-8 NIV) Multiplied numbers of books on church growth have been written that try to explain the characteristics of so called ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming Empathy Deficit Disorder

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 1, 2019

Our world is becoming a more hate-filled place, where people have less empathy and compassion for others. In contrast to that, the people of God are called to live lives of love, empathy and compassion, because God has loved us and poured His love into our hearts.

A. One day a man was crossing the street to visit his neighbor. 1. As he started to cross the street, a car was bearing down on him, so he stopped and backed up to the curb. 2. The car stopped, so he started to cross, and the car started to move toward him. 3. The man changed direction and went ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-9, Colossians 3:12-14, 1 John 4:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The God-Enhanced Heart Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Mar 18, 2003

We receive from the Lord a God-enhanced heart. God takes what we are like and enhances it - some to destruction, like Pharoah, some to incredible compassion and mercy, like Moses. What kind of heart do you have?

Remember Steve Austin – the Six Million Dollar Man? “We have the technology; we can rebuild him – faster, stronger, and a better actor!” Well maybe that last part was beyond the technology of the time – but that fictional story involved giving a man enhanced body parts to make him better than he ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-33

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Living As Ambassadors Of The Kingdom

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Feb 6, 2026

A look at who our neighbour is today, and how we can be ambassador's of God's kingdom

1. The Question Behind the Question Text: Luke 10:25–29 The expert in the law asks: “Who is my neighbour?” On the surface, it sounds sincere — but Luke tells us he wanted to justify himself. In other words: “How far does my responsibility go?” “Who counts — and who doesn’t?” That’s a very modern ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-29

Micah: Prophet And Explainer Of God’s Merciful Nature. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Feb 3, 2026

The book of Micah is loaded and explosive as he judges God's people. He then explains to them the magnificence of God's loving nature, the Shepherd King who will come and lead his people. He calls them to redemption.

Micah: Prophet and explainer of God’s merciful nature. The book of Micah is prophetic, Micah, whose name incidentally means ‘Who is like Yahweh?’ was one of the twelve minor prophets. These blokes weren’t minor from the perspective of being of less importance, but said what they said in less ...read more

Scripture: Micah 2:2-5, Micah 2:12-13, Matthew 2:6, Micah 5:1-3, Titus 3:5, Micah 6:8, Ephesians 2:4, Micah 4:1, Micah 7:18-20, 1 Corinthians 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

God Uses Ordinary People: Tabitha Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 13, 2008

Be a devoted disciple who does good deeds and helps the hurting.

God Uses Ordinary People: Tabitha Acts 9:36-42 Rev. Brian Bill 7/13/08 Believe it or not, I just recently learned what the three letters AKA stand for – “Also Known As.” Famous people often take on different names. Here are a few I came across this week. * Chevy Chase is really Cornelius Crane ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:36-42

Denomination: Baptist

Fascinating And Tremendous Is The Lord Our God

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 26, 2025

In the OT, the Hebrews feared that if they saw God, they would die instantly.

Friday of the Thirtieth Week Integral Our Scriptures today are anchored in the Introit antiphon from psalm 105: “Let hearts that seek the Lord rejoice; turn to the Lord and His strength. Constantly seek His face.” We see our life’s destiny in that simple admonition: seek the face of the Lord. That ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-6, Psalm 147:12-15, Psalm 147:19-20, Romans 9:1-5, Psalm 105:3-4, Judges 13:21-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

God Will Wipe Away Every Tear Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 11, 2025

Life on earth is filled with many trials, sorrows, and seasons of weeping. From broken hearts to bereavement, disappointments, sickness, and pain, many carry silent tears that no man sees. But the Word of God gives us hope beyond the pain—that there is a promise of eternal comfort.

GOD WILL WIPE AWAY EVERY TEAR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 21:4 – "And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away." Supporting ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Lord, He Is Gracious

Contributed by Steaven Snow on Jan 14, 2005

A sermon describing the graciousness and compassion of our God.

The Lord, He Is Gracious TEXT: 2 Kings 13:20-23 20 And Elisha died, and they buried him. And the bands of the Moabites invaded the land at the coming in of the year. 21 And it came to pass, as they were burying a man, that, behold, they spied a band of men; and they cast the man into the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Hometown - Pt. 1 - Cry . . . Baby! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Apr 28, 2016

Hometown. Comfortable confines. Known streets. Familiar sights. Our people. Our mission field? Our challenge? Our assignment?

Hometown 
Pt. 1 - Cry . . . Baby! Introduction: 
Apathy. The word is defined as and literally means "without feeling". Little or no concern. From the Greek it perhaps carries the most revealing and what should be the most frightening definition for us today . . . Without passion! How ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:41-44

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hometown - Pt. 1 - Cry . . . Baby! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Apr 28, 2016

Hometown. Comfortable confines. Known streets. Familiar sights. Our people. Our mission field? Our challenge? Our assignment?

Hometown 
Pt. 1 - Cry . . . Baby! Introduction: 
Apathy. The word is defined as and literally means "without feeling". Little or no concern. From the Greek it perhaps carries the most revealing and what should be the most frightening definition for us today . . . Without passion! How ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:41-44

Denomination: Pentecostal

From Kindness To Kindness

Contributed by Terry Denis on Apr 2, 2019

“Kindness is looking at the interest of others with love and compassion, and selflessly taking action to ease their burden.

Introduction. The story of Ruth occurred during the period of the Judges. The last verse of the book of Judges tells us about the spiritual condition of the Israelites during this period. Israel was full of idolatry and repeated breaking of its covenant with God. “Everyone did what was right in his ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Moved In The Gut To Write A Blank Check For An Enemy

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 7, 2013

Our Understanding of God's Love moves us to repent of our sins, forgive as we are forgiven, and live a life of gift to convert others.

Fifteenth Sunday in Course 2013 For nine years I had the privilege, joy, and occasional discomfort of teaching moral theology to a class of tenth graders at a local Catholic high school. Right at the top of the proud moments was an incident that happened when Archbishop Gomez visited my class. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Catholic

The Measure You Use Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 1, 2015

God anticipates that His people will be generous. His generosity toward us is to be reflected in our generosity toward others and toward His work.

“Give, and it will be given to you. Good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, will be put into your lap. For with the measure you use it will be measured back to you.” [1] I am certain that every Canadian is able to recite the biblical injunction prohibiting judging ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37-38

Denomination: Baptist

Mercy Over Judgment Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon will explore the concept of mercy in Christianity, emphasizing its importance and urging believers to extend mercy to others as God has done for them.

Welcome church! Glad to have you all here today as we dive into this amazing passage of scripture. As we get started I have a couple questions for you… Who here has ever broken a rule before? Who here has ever been shown kindness that you didn’t deserve? Before we get back to the breaking rules ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Topics: Mercy, Unmerited Favor, Compassion