Sermons on mercy and grace:

The Triumph Of Mercy Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Mar 15, 2010

God wants us to extend His love and mercy to everyone, regardless of their status in life.

The Triumph of Mercy James 2:1-13 Intro: Our country was founded on principles of equality and justice. The Declaration of Independence states, “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Blessed Is The Merciful

Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Aug 28, 2024

“Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy” (Matt. 5:7, ESV).

Father in heaven, hallowed is Your holy name. We patiently wait for Your kingdom to come and Your will to be done on earth as in heaven. I thank You, Lord, for calling me to Your Ministry of Reconciliation. Lord, renew the spirit of everyone called by Your name, encouraging them to pursue Your holy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7, Romans 11:30, Numbers 23:19

Denomination: Other

The Proof Of Extravagant Grace

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 16, 2025

Grace is the unearned, undeserved, and unmerited favour of God. When it is described as extravagant, it refers to the overwhelming, boundless, and radical nature of God’s mercy that reaches the worst of sinners and restores them to sonship.

THE PROOF OF EXTRAVAGANT GRACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 15:11–24 "And he said, A certain man had two sons: And the younger of them said to his father, Father, give me the portion of goods that falleth to me. And he divided unto them his living. And not many days after the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Blessed Are The Merciful Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Mar 7, 2010

What is mercy and what does it look like in a believers life.

Blessed are the Merciful Matthew 5:7 – “Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. “ Slide Illustration - Napoleon The story is told of a mother who once approached Napoleon asking for a pardon for her son. Napoleon replied that the young man had twice committed a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7, Matthew 5:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is Merciful Series

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Dec 18, 2005

A look at the mercy of God and what it means to us

GodIsMerciful 12/11/05 am, Rev. Jeff Simms SBC Philippi God’s Attributes: God Is Merciful Psalm 103:1-8 Primary Purpose: Looking at how God is merciful to us and how we should respond in praise and gratitude for that. We want to look at today what it means that God is merciful. We will take ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Mercy In The Midst Of Madness

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Sep 13, 2007

Just like stubborn and rebellious Israel of old, we do not deserve God’s grace and mercy. But in spite of ourselves, God is always ready to extend His mercy to us; especially in the midst of life’s increasing madness.

Mercy In The Midst Of Madness Text: Ps.61: 3-4; Ps.103: 2, 4-5; Isa.41: 13 Intro: Last night, as I bowed my head in prayer to God, I began to share with the Lord the burdens that were weighing heavily upon my heart. It was not long before hot tears began to flow down my face, as I poured out ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

And The Grace Of God Was Upon Him

Contributed by Jarvis Ellis on Oct 13, 2011

This was a sermon that I preached in a seminary class to a group of seminary professors and colleagues during one of Chapel services.

And The Grace Of God Was Upon Him SCRIPTURE: “And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon him.” Luke 2:40 Introduction When you look back over the road you have traveled, what accounts for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:40-42

Denomination: Baptist

Thankful In All Things Part 1- Mercy, Grace And Love Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Nov 27, 2018

part 1 of our thankful series for novewmber 2018

Thankful in All Things November 2018 sermon series on Thanks 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 16 Always be joyful. 17 Never stop praying. 18 Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus. Today we are going to begin a short series on thankfulness November is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Healing The Leper Series

Contributed by Chris Day on Jan 30, 2005

When you seek God for mercy and grace, he is willing -- freely willing -- to give you mercy and grace. Christ doesn’t need to be urged or begged; he hears us before we can even speak it! Christ doesn’t need to be paid or flattered; he heals freely. Rea

I’ve been reading through the Sermon on the Mount in the gospel according to Matthew over the past few days. It begins in Matthew 5, when Jesus goes up on the mountain. He sists down with his disciples and begins to teach. If you go through and read what Jesus says, it probably won’t take you very ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-3

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Mercy Unlimited

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jun 2, 2019

Genuine faith in God’s mercy is established and fed by knowing key words found in the writer of the Book of Hebrews which lays down the truth - Jesus is the final High Priest who stands before the Throne of God, interceding for us.

Mercy Unlimited Resting in the Comfort of His Mercy Resting in the comfort of His mercy has a solid foundation in Hebrews 4:14-16, “Since then we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus, the Son of God, let us hold fast to our confession. For we do not have a high ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Miracle Of Mercy

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 31, 2003

A call to personal holiness

“Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy”. (Matt 5:7 NIV) When you consider forgiving the people who have hurt you, you must always consider how much Jesus has forgiven you! You don’t deserve His love and can never earn it. He forgave you because He is a merciful, gracious God. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7, Lamentations 3:19-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Works Of Mercy Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 21, 2012

. Wesley identified two kinds of holiness. First is personal holiness which is avoiding sin and developing the character of Christ. We develop this through the Means of Grace which include, weekly worship and communion, prayer, fasting, Personal Bible stu

What do you do with a Gift Like That? Works of Mercy Matthew 7:12-23; Galatians 5:1, 6, 13-15 A Dutch pastor was helping Jews escape the Nazis when he himself caught. He was loaded into a boxcar with several Jews and others to be sent to a concentration camp. It was a long, frightening journey ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:12-23

Denomination: Methodist

Moved By Mercy To Be Merciful

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Nov 3, 2013

The spiritual gift of being merciful is far more than a feeling or an emotion: it reflects the mercy of God.

“Moved by Mercy to Be Merciful” Romans 12:8d “He who shows mercy, with cheerfulness.” Today we look at the seventh spiritual gift mentioned in Romans 12, namely, that of being showing mercy to others. The gifts (prophecy, serving, teaching, exhortation, giving, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Crisis Of Freedom Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Nov 1, 2002

Dealing with freedom is a tricky thing. it requires restraint and an awareness of the source of our freedom, namely the mercy and grace of God shown in Jesus Christ.

Rom 14:1-15:13 Freedom is a tricky thing. It’s something that we hold dear as members of a democracy. It’s something that people have fought long and hard to achieve. We’d hate to give it up. Yet there are times when our desire for freedom can lead us astray, even to the point of undermining the ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

God Provides PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 10, 2023

Explores the hope and assurance we have in Jesus, our high priest, who empathizes with our struggles and offers us mercy and grace.

Good Morning, Church Family! It's a joy to be here with you today. You know, we've been walking together through the book of Hebrews, and today, we've come to a passage that is really going to knock your socks off. It's one that's packed with hope, encouragement, and a whole lot of love from our ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16

Topics: God's Provision