Sermons on Graciousness: showing 976-990 of 4,614

The Lord's Side Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 19, 2012

Following Jesus is more than getting him to cheer for our "team." It is making sure our "team" is on his side.

1. Preparations In April, 1988 the evening news reported on a photographer who was also a skydiver. He had jumped from a plane along with several other skydivers and filmed the group as they individually dove out of the plane and opened their parachutes. As the video was being shown of each member ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:13-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Parable Of The Lost Sheep Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 31, 2017

Here in this short passage there is the gracious plan of Christ concerning mankind; for the Son of man is come to save that which was lost.

-AD 29- Capernaum Lesson: PARABLE OF THE LOST SHEEP Scripture: Matthew 18:11-14 I believe that if you were to ask Jesus to give one reason for why He came to earth, He would wrap it all up with this one statement: 11 For the Son of man is come to save that which was lost. This testimony by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Come In Faith, Believing

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Sep 17, 2018

What four words would Jesus use to describe you?

William (Bill) E. Gordon, Baptist pastor and author has this to say about the breadth of faith: “Atheists have faith — faith that there is no God, no place of everlasting punishment in the hereafter. Animals possess faith; they display the utmost faith in their masters, as do children in their ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-37

Denomination: Other

A Team Player

Contributed by Richard L. Brown on May 3, 2017

This is a funeral sermon of someone who had been a faithful Christian all of her long life.

Today we celebrate Alberta Johnson’s life and witness…..but we also come to worship God. The Great I Am. Who makes everything possible for us today. It is He who created us, it is He who has watched over us along the way. And it is He who has provided for us a Savior, Jesus Christ. And it is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Victory In Jesus Sermon Iii: True Believers Have Nothing To Fear Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Feb 2, 2020

Choices in life define us in the present and determine our future. Choosing God's Way followed by a life that is true and striving to please Him in all that we do guarantees the believer no separation from God our Father.

TRUE BELIEVERS HAVE NOTHING TO FEAR EXCEPT FEAR ITSELF Remember that famous declaration made on June 8, 1941 to the American people: “We have nothing to fear except fear itself”. In his “Declaration of War” speech to Congress ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1, Romans 8:28-39

Encouraged To Endure Sermon Iv: 5 R's For The Remaining Days Of Our Lives Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Feb 7, 2020

In times when being a Christian is frowned upon by many, Christians have a hope so sure that, despite the frowns, we will spend our remaining days on a high note of reverence for God and readiness for His final victory in Christ.

5 R’s for the Remaining Days of Our Lives When my son and I attended a Braves game at Turner Field, he asked me how it feels to be 80 years of age. “No different than it felt at 70, but, if and when I get to 90 the Lord willing, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-17, 1 Peter 4:1-2

Bible Study - 2 Corinthians 5:10

Contributed by Michael Brown on Feb 5, 2021

I did this Bible study for the men's Bible study group I'm in

Highlight - Highlight the verse that speaks to you “For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each may be repaid for what he has done in the body, whether good or evil .” 2 Corinthians 5:10 (CSB) Explain - Explain what this passage means In this verse the apostle Paul ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:10

Denomination: Baptist

Here Comes The Judge - Samson The Son Of Promise

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 29, 2019

Although his life is filled with one exciting adventure, Samson had a fatal attraction to the Philistine world. We must be careful about what claims our attention and dominates out thought life. If you get too close to the world, the world will dine you, wine you, blind you & bind you.

Sermon. Here Comes The Judge – Samson, the Son of Promise Judges 16:18-30 Introduction: Samson was a Hebrew with an unusual gift of strength who must respond properly to the call of God on his life in order to lead his people out of enslavement. The Bible list three great Nazarites: Moses, Samson ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:18-30

Denomination: Methodist

He Is Worthy

Contributed by Bala Samson on Sep 16, 2019

Many camouflage their laziness with the statement, ‘despite my carelessness and laziness, God’s grace sustains me'; however, God wants us to walk worthy of our calling.

He is worthy Luke 7:4”When they came to Jesus, they earnestly implored Him, saying, "He is worthy for You to grant this to him…” ROMAN CENTURION: The above appreciation of the disciples is about the ‘Roman Centurion’ who had wholehearted faith in Jesus and also his passion for Christ was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Credentials Of The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 9, 2022

Of the numerous images of Jesus painted by John in his Gospel, probably the most descriptive is that of the Good Shepherd (John 10). Like a shepherd, Jesus is concerned with the welfare and care of His flock, showing His never changing love and compassion.

Several decades ago, the late English actor Charles Laughton (1899-1962) had been called on to recite to a group the Twenty-third Psalm from memory. Also in the room was an aged minister who had come to listen to the great actor present his recitation. Mr. Laughton repeated the Psalm in a ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-16, Ephesians 2:18, John 14:6, Acts 4:12, Hebrews 7:25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

A God Who Detests Wickedness Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 13, 2020

When you are overwhelmed by wrongdoing, you can take your burden to God in prayer and argue your case before Him.

A God Who Detests Wickedness (Psalm 5) 1. One man recalls, “Thinking no one could hear me as I loaded a UPS tractor trailer, I began to whistle. I was really getting into it when a coworker in the next trailer poked his head in. “You know, I always used to wish I could whistle,” he said. “Now I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Spiritual Refreshment And Blessing Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 22, 2022

True wisdom is more than intelligence and knowledge. True wisdom is acting on the knowledge you have. The wise will make the right turn back to God. A blessing awaits you.

We have all had it happen. You are driving in an unfamiliar area and make a turn, and something does not seem right. As you go on you realize that there is no way that this could be the right road. It is time to stop traveling the wrong direction and turn around and go back. Repentance is like ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 14:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Peace And Favor PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 18, 2023

This sermon explores the profound truths of peace, favor, and righteousness gifted to humanity through the birth of Jesus Christ.

Welcome, beloved friends, to this sacred space where we gather in fellowship and faith, united by the love of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. Our hearts are open, our spirits are eager, and our minds are ready to receive the Word of God. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:14

Topics: Christmas, Peace

Unhindered Power Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of the Holy Spirit as the main source of power for Christians, providing strength to share, persevere, and love.

Power is an interesting thing isn’t it? It’s all around us, it impacts our lives every single day, and yet at the same time - what is it? How do you accurately measure power? Can you get more of it? Can you lose it? And as it pertains to Christians… What exactly does it mean to live empowered by ...read more

Topics: Holy Spirit, Spiritual Strength, Empowered Living

Sermon Series: Unhindered

Unhindered Power Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of the Holy Spirit as the main source of power for Christians, providing strength to share, persevere, and love.

Power is an interesting thing isn’t it? It’s all around us, it impacts our lives every single day, and yet at the same time - what is it? How do you accurately measure power? Can you get more of it? Can you lose it? And as it pertains to Christians… What exactly does it mean to live empowered by ...read more

Topics: Holy Spirit, Spiritual Strength, Empowered Living

Sermon Series: Unhindered