Sermons on Goodness And Grace:

Goodness Series

Contributed by Eldon Reich on Sep 13, 2004

Goodness a missing ingredient in todays christians.

FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT: SON-RIPENED FRUIT- GOODNESS (GENEROSITY) Ephesians 5: 1-14 Today I want to talk with you about another fruit of the spirit --Goodness: Did you know that there is more then one way to honk a horn. Two weeks ago after the sermon a man said to me that his Most difficult time with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Grace Given, Grace Received.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 27, 2022

Crane Eater Community Church is a people of Love, Prayer, and Grace. I want to give you 7 steps in giving:

Grace Given, Grace Received. 2 Corinthians 8:1-9AMP Several years ago I read about a girl named Mary who had been born with a cleft palette. When she started school, her classmates teased and taunted her because of her imperfect appearance. Mary soon became convinced that no one could love her. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-9, Proverbs 10:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Confession Is Good For Our Souls

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 6, 2009

Pentecost 5(C) - Confession is good for our souls. Human desires completely corrupts. God’s forgiveness completely cures.

CONFESSION IS GOOD FOR OUR SOULS (Outline) J uly 5, 2009 -- PENTECOST 5 -- 2 Samuel 12:1-10; 13-15 INTRO: The problem with mankind in this world is sin, sin, and sin. Not many want to hear about sin. Mankind cannot solve the problem of sin. Everyone sins. Everyone will continue to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-15

Denomination: Lutheran

What Have You Done? Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 5, 2009

God invites us to live life to the fullest. This is accomplished when we love and serve God with all of our heart, soul, mind and strength.

Genesis 2:15-17, 3:1-14 “Where Are You?” INTRODUCTION Shopping malls across the country have been using a fantastic shopping aid for several years. Of course, I speak of the mall map that shows all of the store locations, and with a big red arrow exclaims, “You are here!” It is very helpful ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Goodwill Toward Us

Contributed by David Mcallan on Jun 26, 2008

God’s goodwill to us is not because of our worthiness or beauty, but because we belong to Jesus Christ. Stay close to Jesus & you will know the constant goodwill of God: the grace & peace from God the Father & the Lord Jesus Christ.

Intro Q. Are you familiar with the word “capricious” - The Greek gods in the days of the Ephesian Church were known to be capricious - Dictionary definition = “subject to sudden changes in behaviour, mood or opinion, often for no good reason”. - You never knew where you stood ---------------- - In ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Today, You Will Be With Me In Paradise"

Contributed by Jarrod Jones on Jun 19, 2013

In 13 words, Jesus reveals the only way a person can get to heaven and how the worst person can get there apart from “religion.”

Everyone enjoys a good scandal. It makes for great headlines, website views, and magazine sales. The famous last words of Jesus that we’ll focus on this weekend are the most scandalous last words in history. His 13 words to a dying criminal confronts all religions, spirituality, belief ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Salvation Is Free (But Not Cheap)

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 18, 2015

Salvation is a free gift of God that came at great expense to Jesus.

Salvation Is Free (But not Cheap) March 15, 2015 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Salvation is a free gift of God that came at great expense to Jesus. Focus Passage: Ephesians 2:8-10 Introduction: When someone gives their friend a gift, it is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Friend Of God Part 2 Series

Contributed by Tom Feola on Jun 25, 2012

Through Out the Bible we see that God is looking for people that He can be intimate with. He wants to be our Friends.

Friend’s Of God John 15:15 (NKJV) No longer do I call you servants, for a servant does not know what his master is doing; but I have called you friends, for all things that I heard from My Father I have made known to you. Jesus in this verse is telling us that God doesn’t want to have a ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A God’s-Eye View Of Your Past & Present Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jan 17, 2016

God took us from major mess and transformed us into masterpiece.

“You used to be so cute, what happened?” Has anyone ever said that when looking at your baby pictures? It’s a joke that never seems to grow old because there’s probably some truth to it. With their big eyes, chubby cheeks, and tiny little fists babies are cuter than most. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

From Desolation To Praise.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 27, 2022

They pierced my hands and feet.

FROM DESOLATION TO PRAISE. Psalm 22:1-31. (I). Jesus Upon the Cross. Psalm 22:1-21. The details of the sufferings in Psalm 22:1-21 match more exactly the anguish of Jesus upon the Cross than anything that we can find in any of the written records of David’s life - and because of this the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is He Your God? Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Sep 15, 2021

Good Friday: Psalm 22 is an amazingly accurate depiction of the events that surrounded Jesus’ crucifixion, and there is a lot we can learn from this passage about God’s character and His power over both life and death.

Our passage that we will examine today is amazing, for it is a prophecy of the passion story, or an account of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, that was written nearly 800 years before the birth of Jesus. James Smith says that, “Such a hope [as is found in this passage] must be restricted to the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Love Story Ever Told Series

Contributed by Andian Adams on Apr 6, 2023

For Jesus was sent into the world, died on the cross and prepared the way for mankind to be forgiven by God. And how did it all start? It started with a love story. Perhaps the greatest love story ever told.

Good Friday Based on Matthew 21:14-15 After reading of the events that unfolded during the crucifixion of Jesus, there are a lot of emotions that tore through my soul. Even after hearing the story of the crucifixion many times in the past there is still sadness caused by the events that transpired ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:14-15

Ang Karanasan Sa Getsemani Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 5, 2024

Ang sermon ay sumasalamin sa malalim na emosyonal at espirituwal na kaguluhan na nararanasan ng mga indibidwal sa panahon ng matinding kahirapan, na inihahambing sa biblikal na kuwento ni Jesus sa Halamanan ng Getsemani.

Ang Karanasan sa Getsemani Banal na Kasulatan: Mateo 26:36-46 Panimula: Ang sermon ay sumasalamin sa malalim na emosyonal at espirituwal na kaguluhan na nararanasan ng mga indibidwal sa panahon ng matinding kahirapan, na inihahambing sa biblikal na kuwento ni Jesus sa Halamanan ng ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Other

Equipping The Body Of Christ For Service

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 31, 2022

This message is about the purpose of leadership in the church, which is to equip the body of Christ for service in the church.

Equipping for Service - Sermon for October 30, 2022 If you have been following along for the last little while, you know that we have been talking about the gifts of the Holy Spirit to the church. Part of the reason that we have been doing this series is so that we can be encouraged that each of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-7, Ephesians 4:11-16, Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

To Gain Christ

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Jun 19, 2024

Paul said his earthly achievements were worthless compared to gaining Christ

To Gain Christ Philippians 3:1-8 Good morning. The music group “Bread” had a soft rock song in the early 1970’s called “Everything I own”. Some of the lyrics said… “You sheltered me from harm, kept me warm, kept me warm You gave my life to me, set me free, set me free. The finest years I ever ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational