Sermons on Grace And Gifts:

Grace Gives

Contributed by David Swensen on Jan 31, 2002

We were created to reach out to others. We are commanded in Scripture to give generously of our time, talents and finances in ministry. But what is or should be our modivation for giving and serving?

In his book Run with the Horses, Eugene Peterson tells how he saw some birds teaching their young to fly.Three young swallows were perched on a dead branch that stretched out over a lake. “One adult swallow got alongside the chicks and started shoving them out toward the end of the branch – ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Trampling On Grace

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Mar 10, 2002

The most worshipful act a corporate body of believers accomplishes can be a source of shame or grace -- the Lord’s Supper -- don’t trample on the grace.

March 10, 2002 23For this is what the Lord himself said, and I pass it on to you just as I received it. On the night when he was betrayed, the Lord Jesus took a loaf of bread, 24and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, "This is my body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: United Methodist

Growing In Grace

Contributed by Bob Hunter on Mar 12, 2002

"Growing in Grace" is a practical step by step topical teaching that encourages growth in a ’how to’ manner. Full of crisp, relevant contemporary language and illustrations. A transition to communion is included at the close.

"Growing in Grace" II Peter 3:18 Pastor Bob Hunter Intro: As many of you know our newborn baby is 10 days old now. And it’s really quit amazing, because we can already see some growth taking place. When a newborn baby arrives, a small amount of initial weight loss occurs. In the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18, 2 Peter 3:1-18

Denomination: Holiness

By Law Or By Grace

Contributed by Richard White on Apr 30, 2004

Do we have a form of religion or a real relationship.

By Law or By Grace Romans 2:17-29 The Jews were very strict in keeping their rituals and ceremonies. They had a form of religiosity, but lacked faith in God. They were faithful to their teachings but not forgiven of their sins, they were religious but lost. We know many like that today, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:17-29, Matthew 15:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Grace Of Christ

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jun 7, 2004

A sermon for the 2nd Sunday after Pentecost Proper 6 Jesus forgives a woman’s sin

2nd Sunday after Pentecost Proper 6 Luke 7:36-8:3 "The Grace of Christ   "One of the Pharisees asked him to eat with him, and he went into the Pharisee’s house, and took his place at table. And behold, a woman of the city, who was a sinner, when she learned that he was at table in the ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Amazing Grace

Contributed by Dan Cale on Aug 15, 2004

This is the third in a letter study series on Ephesians and looks at God’s grace as it affects our past, present, and future.

Amazing Grace Ephesians 2:1-10; 19-22 As we look at Paul¡¦s instructions to the church we find the blueprints for the building of the church. Every building has a cornerstone ¡V a stone that when laid becomes the starting point and the key point of all the building. Tonight we look at that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-22

Denomination: *other

Grace And Truth

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004

I want to expose Lucifer for who he is and what he is trying to do to God’s people.

The Word of God was sent to us in the form of a man. And His name was, and still is, none other than Jesus Christ. He is the living Word of God, the King of Kings and the Lord of Lords. We have come to God’s House to see Jesus as our Savior. But I also have a message the devil is not too ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 14:12-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Grace To You

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004

When studying the Word of God we will find that every word, every letter is filled with God’s Glory and His power.

When studying the Word of God we will find that every word, every letter is filled with God’s Glory and His power. We will find that He has a divine purpose for every syllable that that He utters. That may be difficult for some of us to fully understand, but it is true. Let me show you what I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Wheres The Grace

Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Sep 2, 2004

Sermon for the 3rd Sunday in Lent Series C

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, If God is so good and if God is so great, then why (you fill in the blank)? If God is so powerful and if God is so loving then why (you fill in the blank)? Have you ever had someone ask you questions like that? I have— on numerous occasions. An earthquake ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

The Grace Of Generosity

Contributed by David Taylor on Nov 30, 2004

The necessity of Giving Generously

The Grace of Generosity Moving Ahead Together, Part 4 September 26, 2004 NIV Acts 2:42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. 43 Everyone was filled with awe, and many wonders and miraculous signs were done by the apostles. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Changed By Grace

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Dec 11, 2004

When the Holy Spirit comes upon you there is change.

December 12, 2004 Morning Worship Text: Luke 1:46-48 Subject: Mary’s Song Title: Changed By Grace I have spent much time in recent weeks talking to you about the Holy Spirit. I believe that subsequent to salvation the Baptism in the Holy Spirit is the most important event in the life of a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-48

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Legalism And Grace

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 9, 2003

Where the law cannot save, Grace can

Legalism and grace. Acts 15. 08/18/02 On the first missionary journey of Paul there were attacks on his body. Satan thought with enough stoning with enough beating with rods, he would quit the ministry. None of these stopped this great man of God, so the Devil was going to have to go back ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Gratitude For Grace Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 31, 2005

# 2 in continuing series on 1 Timothy. Emphasis is "Why God’s grace is so Amazing.

“Living For Christ In A Confused and Confusing World” A Study of Paul’s Letters to Timothy Sermon #2 “Gratitude For Grace” 1 Timothy 1:12-17 As the Apostle Paul writes to his dear son in the faith, Timothy, who he has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

To Speak With Grace

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Jun 17, 2002

The Lord’s influence upon our hearts and its reflection in our life. We need to speak with grace.

To Speak With Grace 4/14/02 HHM JIM PARISI 1 (Col 4:6) "Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer every man." The phrase, "always with grace" means graciousness. It also has the idea of the Lord’s influence upon our hearts and its ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Glimpses Of Grace

Contributed by Steve Salmon on Jun 19, 2002

A Christian attempt to understand the tragedies of 9/11.

Glimpses of Grace II Corinthians 12:7-10 & I Samuel 4-6 Baltimore Area Men’s Rally March 3, 2002 I live in Staten Island–which is a Borough of New York City, but I live in a unique part of NYC, probably unlike any other part of the world. It is called Travis. People ask me what is Travis ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ