Sermons on Kept By Grace:

Two Battles With Different Results

Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 16, 2002

The battle of Jericho was successful but sin kept the battle of Ai from being a victory.

Introduction: When it comes to contests of any sort, we like to be on the winning side. If we’re on a ball team or if we have favorite ball team, we don’t like for them to be defeated. But defeats will come from time to time. And I think it’s a great coach who can gather his team around him ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Justified By Faith Series

Contributed by Anthony Seel on Jun 16, 2004

Justification by faith, according to Galatians.

THE SECOND SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST June 13, 2004 St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church The Rev. M. Anthony Seel , Jr. Galatians 2:11-21 “Justified by Faith“ Let us pray. O God, by the preaching of your apostle Paul you have caused the light of the Gospel to shine throughout the world: Grant, we pray, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-21

Denomination: Lutheran

The First Christmas Song

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Dec 18, 2007

The first Christmas song was not sung by a hip-hop artist or a famous rock star, but was sung by the Heavenly Host on a Holy Night.

The First Christmas Song By District Elder M.L. Maughmer, Jr. Luke 2:8-14 Praise the Lord and Merry Christmas. In two days we will be celebrating Christmas the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. On tomorrow night children will try to spy wondering if reindeer really know how to fly, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Apostolic

The Christian's Rest Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Nov 1, 2006

Sinners who find the rest which is promised through having Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, have the Lord’s rest because they have responded to the Holy Spirit’s convincing influence with a right heart of repentance.

Turn your Bibles to Matthew 11:28-30 Title: The Christian’s Rest Theme: Relief from Life’s Greatest Burdens Series: Living in the Aroma of God’s Grace Listen as I read Matthew 11:28-30, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Well Does Jesus Know You? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 6, 2005

We may not realize it, but we all need a guide - someone to take us into the dangerous presence of God. Many of us feel ashamed because of our own failures. But Jesus knows our weaknesses through and through, yet willingly guides us to the Father.

The family in America is changing. Recent statistics show that the "typical" American household no longer mirrors Ozzie and Harriett - with two married people at home with the kids and the dogs and the Beav. The most common household in America now is a single parent. We’ve gotten used to going it ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Don't Rebuild Your Jericho

Contributed by Jimmy Stewart on Jan 22, 2003

Joshua made a convenant with the Israelites that Jericho wouldn’t be rebuilt, for its ruin should always be a reminder of God’s power. In life, what God destroys in our lives, He intends to stay in ruins.

The scene of the text was one of destruction, fire, ruin. But, for the children of Israel, it was a scene full of victory. God had done a mighty work that He promised He would do on behalf of His people. He said Israel would possess Canaan and would destroy all those who oppose His plan. So ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:26

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Church To Die For Series

Contributed by Tim Hbc on Oct 16, 2008

The perspective that kept Paul from discouragement - a remarkable revelation of the gospel and a stunning picture of the church...

Introduction A company Director tells the story about a day when he and his wife stopped off at a petrol station. It was a run down station, with only one pump. It was an old fashioned petrol station and he asked the attendant to fill the tank and check the oil. Meanwhile he went for a little walk ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Reflections On Survivor

Contributed by Tony Grant on May 30, 2002

Our personal sins so separate us from God that only grace can restore us.

Reflections of Survivor Rom 3:2b-26 05/26/02 Trinity Sabbath by Tony Grant “Survivor” I am a fan of the CBS program "Survivor." There have been four editions of the program, beginning with Survivor Pulau Tiga, then Survivor Outback, Survivor Africa and now Survivor Marquesas. Survivor Marquesas ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:22-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Awake, Thou That Sleepest

Contributed by John Wesley on Apr 4, 2006

"Awake, thou that sleepest, and arise from the dead, and Christ shall give thee light." Ephesians 5:14 In discoursing on these words, I shall, with the help of God, -- First. Describe the sleepers, to whom they are spoken: Secondly. Enforce th

I. 1. And first, as to the sleepers here spoken to. By sleep is signified the natural state of man; that deep sleep of the soul, into which the sin of Adam hath cast all who spring from his loins: That supineness, indolence, and stupidity, that insensibility of his real condition, wherein every man ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:14-15

Denomination: Methodist

A Day In The Life Of A Legalist

Contributed by Dan Morrison on Aug 8, 2002

An article on leagalism excerpts taken from a Book by Jack Stewart, The Legalist A must read!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A LEGALIST "I am amazed that you are so quickly deserting Him who called you by the grace of Christ, for a different gospel;" Galatians 1:6 Have you ever swam in the ocean and been so distracted with the waves that you forgot to keep your eyes on the shore? It doesn’t take ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6

Denomination: Baptist

Living In Divine Favor

Contributed by Joe Overholt on Nov 14, 2006

The lesson is to show each born again believer that we are compassed about with the favor of God upon our lives

Living in Divine Favor Foundational Text: Psalms 5:12 For thou, LORD, wilt bless the righteous; with favour wilt thou compass him as with a shield. Intro: This morning I want to begin a new series concerning the favor of God. I believe that this place of favor is where our Heavenly Father ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Life We Live

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005

The Gospel of Cross from Galatians calls for responsible, faithful freedom in Christ.

The Life We Live Galatians 2:20 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Galatians is small but important. Martin Luther said he considered it the most important book in the New Testament. It contains only six chapters and one hundred ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Scourge Of Legalism Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Sep 12, 2004

The problem with legalism is: 1. It turns a relationship of love into a religion of laws. 2. It turns people from encouragers into fault-finders. 3. It emphasizes outward conformity rather than inner transformation.

What an interesting story about the early church The Word of God has just spread to the Gentiles (non-Jews and people from other lands), and they have responded enthusiastically to its message. There were thrilling stories of healings, miracles and dramatic conversions. These new converts were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

Second Chances

Contributed by Scott Terrell on Jul 16, 2005

We all are given second chances do you give them?

Second Chances John 8:1-11, Mark 16:6-7, 14:66-72 ____________________________________________________ A woman comes home one afternoon and tell her husband that the car won’t start. ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

0812 Trinity Xii: Devil's Martyrs And Damnable Definitions Series

Contributed by Mark Woolsey on Jul 27, 2005

Explanation of "ministry of condemnation" and the "ministry of the Spirit". Why is anyone a marytr for the Devil?

Sermon: Devil’s Martyrs and Damnable Definitions Text: II Cor 3:4-9 Mark 7:31-37 Where: Arbor House When: Sunday, August 29, 2004 Occasion: Trinity XII Who: Mark Woolsey I. Intro Do you know why the early Christian busnessmen had such a hard time? Because the lions kept eating up their prophets ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:4-9

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican