Sermons on letter vs spirit of the law: showing 46-60 of 166,827

The Spirit Of Giving-Laws Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 21, 2021

The giving laws in the Old Testament contain principles which are still valid for the Christian. Let's take a look at ancient godly principles which we can learn from today.

Giving was assessed and mandated in ancient Israel. Giving of firstfruits (Exodus 23:19; Leviticus 19:23-25), corners of fields for the poor (Leviticus 19:9), and leftover olives and grapes for the poor (Deuteronomy 24:20-21). All this helps us as Christians understand an important principle of ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-10, Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Spirit Of Neighborhood Laws Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 26, 2021

How would our neighborhoods look if the poor were helped and businesses operated in strict honesty? Let's look at the spirit of Old Testament neighborhood laws.

How would our neighborhoods look if the poor were helped and businesses operated in strict honesty? Community responsibility to the poor is emphasized in both testaments. The popular political notion of being hard hearted towards them is not an option and generosity is commanded. If anyone is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:2-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Spirit Of Trial Laws Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 31, 2021

The law of the Hebrew Scriptures was divided into commandments, statutes and judgments (Deuteronomy 5:31). Let’s look at how Christians apply the spirit of judgments.

The law of the Hebrew Scriptures was divided into commandments, statutes and judgments (Deuteronomy 5:31). Many judgments were already given, but as with any law, there were cases that needed to be judged individually in a court of law. Let’s look at how some judgments were to be made in a trial ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-2, Matthew 7:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Spirit Of Priesthood Laws Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 1, 2021

There are principles regarding Old Testament priests which apply to all churches and their leaders regardless of their chosen vocabulary. Let’s take a look at some of them.

Some Christian churches call their pastors priests and some do not. Yet, there are principles regarding Old Testament priests which apply to all churches and their leaders regardless of their chosen vocabulary. Let’s take a look at some of them. Old Testament priests had strict laws to follow. A ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Law Of The Spirit Of Life

Contributed by Larry Lasiter on Jan 18, 2011

If I were to drop my pen the Law of Gravity would immediately exert it’s power and pull it down to the earth. That is how the Law of Sin and of Death works. But if I were to intervene and place my hand under the pen the pen would not fall but be su

“Therefore there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. For the Law of the Spirit of Life in Christ Jesus has set you free from the Law of Sin and of Death.” Romans 8:1-2 When we think of Law in the context of the Bible we generally associate it with the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Law Of The Spirit Of Life

Contributed by Felix Ishola on Mar 7, 2020

The law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus is an inward principle of action that the Spirit of Christ has activated within us.

There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death. (Rom 8:1-2) The word ‘law’ in this verse does not mean an external set of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-2, 2 Peter 1:2-4

Denomination: Charismatic

The Law Of The Spirit Of Life

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on May 26, 2020

When we were born again, we were born into a realm where sickness and death does not exist. And because this is where we now live, we have the right to enforce life in those areas of our lives that are not manifesting life.

In January 1910, a raging plague was sweeping through parts of the nation of Africa, leaving behind hundreds of thousands of bodies. In less than a month, one quarter of the entire population had died. The plague was so contagious that the government was offering $1000, the equivalent of $27,170 ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:13, 2 Timothy 1:7, 1 John 4:8, Luke 6:35-38, Philippians 4:6-7, Philippians 4:19, Proverbs 4:20-23, Romans 5:14, Romans 5:12, John 15:7, John 15:5, John 6:63, Numbers 23:19-20, Romans 8:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

By Faith We Establish The Law Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Dec 22, 2008

SO what is it, works or faith? The law or grace?

1. Ever wonder what you’re supposed to do with the Law? a. Ever think about the 10 commandments? b. Should I make them my list to follow? Should I make sure that ever ‘T’ is crossed, every ‘I’ dotted? WORKS or FAITH, that’s the big question today. • How is a person saved? BY WORKS OR ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Man's Law Vs God's Grace PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2023

This sermon's main point is to understand that we are justified by faith in Jesus Christ, not by the works of the law, and to appreciate the power of God's grace and the limitations of legalism.

Good morning, family! Today, we're diving into the heart of Paul's letter to the Galatians, where we'll explore themes of faith, grace, and the limitations of legalism. As we set the stage, let's remember the words of A.W. Tozer, a respected Christian author, who said, "Faith, as Paul saw it, was a ...read more

Topics: Alive, Christ

Death Of Law

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 10, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: To understand this sermon, please refer to my other sermons entitled: Law Keeper versus Grace Law vs. Grace Law vs Grace in the lives of Saul vs David II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that wisdom is

I. EXORDIUM: To understand this sermon, please refer to my other sermons entitled: Law Keeper versus Grace Law vs. Grace Law vs Grace in the lives of Saul vs David II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that wisdom is needed in dispensation of grace not knowledge. IV. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 31:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Beginning With The Spirit Series

Contributed by Jim Heidebrecht on Jul 2, 2007

Sermon 7 in the Galatians series. A powerful argument from Paul in favor of Justification by Faith, not from works.

04/15/2007 Inro: Illustration of focusing on something small/menial and missing something huge (I used scuba diving in a lake or pond, then the ocean, then going back to the pond) Scuba diving in ocean vs in a rock quarry or lake / swimming pool Ocean: full of life, visibility seems to go on ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

A Ministry Of Death Or Life Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 18, 2014

Here Paul contrasts the glory of the Ten Commandments with the glory of the life-giving Spirit. If the Law that leads to death was glorious, how much more glorious is God’s plan to give us life through His Spirit

2 CORINTHIANS 3: 7-11 [GAINING PERSPECTIVE Series] A MINISTRY OF DEATH OR LIFE [Exodus 34:29-35 / Hebrews 9:11–28; 10:11–22] In our study on 2 Corinthians 3:1-6 we again heard that by works of law no one shall be justified or sanctified (Gal. 2:16, 3:11). Only by accepting ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Pastoral Letters Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 2, 2022

The pastoral epistles are a group of three books of the acknowledged New Testament: the First Epistle to Timothy (1 Timothy), the Second Epistle to Timothy (2 Timothy), and the Epistle to Titus. They are presented as letters from Paul the Apostle to Timothy and to Titus.

The Pastoral Letters The pastoral epistles are a group of three books of the acknowledged New Testament: the First Epistle to Timothy (1 Timothy), the Second Epistle to Timothy (2 Timothy), and the Epistle to Titus. They are presented as letters from Paul the Apostle to Timothy and to Titus. They ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Flesh And The Spirit.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Feb 14, 2005

The basic problem all of us face is ourselves.

The flesh and the spirit. Galatians 5:16 -- 26. 02/13/05 I have been having some trouble with a person in our church and I think it is time I just call out that person’s name. As a matter of fact, I have been having trouble with this person ever since I have been here. So, tonight, I just want ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Fruit Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Michael Martin on Apr 8, 2006

Series on the Book of Galatians - Part 5 of 8

Intro to Galatians (Galatians 1:1-24) The Galatian churches included those in the cities of Lystra, Iconium, Antioch of Pisidia, and Derbe which were established on Paul’s first missionary journey and revisited on his subsequent missionary trips. The six chapters of this epistle are divided ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-26

Denomination: Baptist