Sermons on Legalism Vs Grace:

Defection, Deception & Destruction Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 11, 2018

In Galatians 1:6–9 we see the dangers of: 1) Defection (Galatians 1:6), 2) Deception (Galatians 1:7), and 3) Destruction (Galatians 1:8-9) of those who would pervert the Gospel of Grace.

Every culture has unique expressions that can seem foreign to others. For one who is astonished, the British have the expression that one is “gob-smacked.” “Gob” is slang for “mouth.” To be smacked is to be slapped with an open hand. So someone who is “gob-smacked” opens his mouth, claps his hand ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-9

Denomination: Other

Declarations Of Grace

Contributed by Larry Finley on May 1, 2006

Reality and Power of Grace Working in the Life of a Believer

I. DECLARATION OF WORK Vs 10 A. Sufficiency ‘For it became Him” 1. Wisdom 2. Holiness 3. Power 2 Corinthians 13: 4 Philippians 3:10 4. Love – John 3:16 B. Sovereignty “all things” for whom/ by whom 1. Contentment 2. Confidence – Romans 8:28 C. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Survival Vs. Revival

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 19, 2002

A revival sermon for believers

“SURVIVAL VS. REVIVAL” PSALM 143:1-12 INTRODUCTION If you haven’t noticed, TV has gotten quite “real” recently. There has been a boom of what they are calling “reality TV” shows. Each of the shows is unique and attempts to take the viewer into the lives of those on the screen. Perhaps the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 143:1-12, Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Noah Vs. The Bottle

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 22, 2002

A reflection on drunkeness and the story of Noah

NOAH VS. THE BOTTLE GENESIS 9:18-29 INTRODUCTION… “How should drunk drivers be treated?” Adapted from an Ann Landers Column, Nov, 1986, News Group, Chicago The Minnesota Licensed Beverage Association put out some interesting facts that you might want to share with your readers. It tells how ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:18-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Judgment Vs. Discernment

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: We can discern right from wrong without judging the individual.

Thesis: We can discern right from wrong without judging the individual. Intro.: 1. Have you ever tried to point out the truth to someone only to have them accuse you of judging them? a. Illust. Suggesting to a co-worker that drinking and chasing women is wrong. (He's alcoholic/married!) "You're ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-15

Faith Vs. Expediency Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

OUR RESPONSE TO PERSONAL DANGER AND NATIONAL COMPROMISE MUST BE FAITH NOT EXPEDIENCY

BIG IDEA: OUR RESPONSE TO PERSONAL DANGER AND NATIONAL COMPROMISE MUST BE FAITH NOT EXPEDIENCY Background: Tied to Psalm 10 same context of wicked attacking the innocent in secret same emphasis on the eyes of the Lord seeing both the righteous and the wicked I. (:1-3) POSSIBLE RESPONSES TO ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Resuscitation Vs. Resurrection”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Mar 8, 2002

March 17, 2002 -- FIFTH SUNDAY IN LENT Ezekiel 37:1-14 Psalm 130 With the LORD there is mercy and plenteous redemption. (Ps. 130:6-7) Romans 8:6-11 John 11:1-45 Color: Purple John 1

March 17, 2002 -- FIFTH SUNDAY IN LENT Ezekiel 37:1-14 Psalm 130 With the LORD there is mercy and plenteous redemption. (Ps. 130:6-7) Romans 8:6-11 John 11:1-45 Color: Purple John 11: 1-45 Title: “Resuscitation vs. ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Lutheran

Form Vs. Function

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Mar 22, 2002

One of a series on the church from the book of Acts.

Do you remember the decisions you made when you left High School. There was the decision that led you to college or to the military. Or perhaps it was a decision that led you a factory job or to trade school. One little decision that probably shaped the rest of your life. Any architect deals ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Duty Vs. Devotion Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 30, 2002

Is it possible to serve the Lord out of habit rather than out of love? An examination of Martha and Mary illustrate the cost of a loss of focus.

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 27 Duty vs. Devotion Luke 10:38-42 What brought you here today? Was it a sense of duty, you feel a sense of obligation, a responsibility to the Lord for all that he has done for you. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

Abel Vs Unable Series

Contributed by Thomas Monroe on Sep 20, 2002

What qualifications would Abel have for being included in the Hall of Faith (Hebrews 11)

Able vs. Unable (Genesis 4:1-8) Abel was a shepherd. Cain was a farmer. Cain would end up making Abel the first person martyred for the truth. What led to this extreme act of violence? I. The Offering A. Two different offerings 1. Abel offered fat portions from the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-8, Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Baptist

Hearers Vs. Dooers

Contributed by Steve Mason on Jul 21, 2003

Being a "wise builder" requires building on the foundation of God’s Son and God’s Word

JULY, 2003 TURN TO MATTHEW 7 ..... -PRAY ..... ONE OF THE FINEST PUBLIC SCHOOLS IN AMERICA (NEWTON HIGH SCHOOL IN MASSACHUSETTS) WAS OFFERING A CLASS ENTITLED “THE BIBLE AS LITERATURE”. THE MAN WHO WAS GOING OT TEACH THIS CLASS DECIDED TO SEE HOW MUCH HIS STUDENTS ALREADY KNEW ABOUT THE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-29, Luke 6:47-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Church Vs. The Church

Contributed by Jack Russell on Feb 7, 2004

Man’s view of the church is often very different from the one Jesus demonstrated and Paul described.

I can stand anywhere in my back yard and see my church. It sits rather majestically at the apex of our little town. Its stained glass windows chronicle its founders. Inside, a huge chandelier hovers over our pew. I don’t know who appointed us to sit in that particular pew, but it must have been ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:13-22, Matthew 13:16-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sensitivity Vs Sensuality Series

Contributed by Jonathan Busch on Feb 9, 2003

Ephesians Series #12 Each time we Sacrifice Sensitivity to the Spirit of God for something else we harden our hearts to the leading of the Holy Spirt and put another layer of callous on our hearts.

A Walk that is Worthy Part 12 Sensitivity vs Sensuality Text: Ephesians 4:17-19 Intro: This morning I would like to continue on with our series in Ephesians entitled “A Walk that Is Worthy” For those of you that are keeping track I am skipping around just a bit. I want to come back to the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Soup Vs Salvation"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 26, 2003

"We walk by faith, not by sight", a spiritual reality acted out in the lives of Jacob and Esau

“When the boys grew up, Esau became a skillful hunter, a man of the field; but Jacob was a peaceful man, living in tents. Now Isaac loved Esau, because he had a taste for game; but Rebekah loved Jacob. And when Jacob had cooked stew, Esau came in from the field and he was famished; and Esau said ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:27-34

Denomination: Orthodox

The Temple Vs. Aids

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on May 31, 2001

A SENSITIVE ISSUE LOOKED AT FROM A BIBLICAL PERSPECTIVE. THE DEFILING OF THE TEMPLE IS AN AGE OLD PROBLEM SUPPRESSED BY MANY OF OUR CHURCHES,

THE TEMPLE VS. A.I.D.S. INTRODUCTION TODAYS MESSAGE IS A TWO FOLD BELIEVERS MESSAGE COVERING THE SEXUAL SINS AND ONE OF THE UNSPOKEN TABOOS - A.I.D.S. AND ITS CONSEQUENSES: SEXUAL SINS ARE: 1) ADULTERY 2) FORNICATION 3) HOMOSEXUALITY THESE TYPES OF BEHAVIORS ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:18-19, 1 Corinthians 3:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational