Sermons on natural law:

4 Laws Of Gods Blessings

Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Jan 5, 2023

God supplies generously to us. We are to be a river with what He supplies and funnel it to others

Four Laws Of Gods Blessings “I will bless you . . . and you will be a blessing." Genesis 12:2 (NIV) Most of us as Christ followers want to bless others through our gifts and resources. But it’s more than just a desire or attribute of a Christian. God commands you to be a blessing to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spirit Of The Law Part 1

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 27, 2023

Who better to give a commentary on the Old Testament than it's author, Jesus? Let's look at the Spirit of the law in Matthew 5.

The best commentary on the Old Testament is by Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount. In each case we learn several things, 1) the Spirit of the law, 2) our utter failure to live up to it, and 3) our need for forgiveness and mercy. Let’s begin to understand the intent of the law by its author. Let’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Spirit Of The Law Part 2

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 1, 2023

How does Jesus explain the Spirit of the law. Let's continue our look at the Sermon on the Mount in in Matthew 5 part 2.

Did Jesus tell us to be as perfect as God? How is that possible? Let’s understand the context and the Spirit of the law in Matthew 5:38-48. Eye for an Eye Let’s begin with an eye for an eye. You have heard that it was said, An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth. (Matthew 5:38 CEB) Have we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Spirit Of The Law, Part 3

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 4, 2023

What about spiritual show-offs? What about materialism and material worries? What did Jesus say about these things in Matthew 6?

As Jesus continued describing the Spirit of the law, He discussed spiritual show-offs, prayer and worry about material things. Let’s look at Matthew 6. Religious Show Offs What are our motives in doing good? Jesus taught that our motive should be to glorify God (Matthew 5:16) not to show ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Spirit Of The Law Part 4

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 7, 2023

Let's discuss wrong judgment, right judgment and God's judgment in Matthew 7.

As we continue the Sermon on the Mount and the Spirit of the law, Jesus explains wrong judgment, right judgment and God’s judgment in Matthew 7. Wrong Judgment Should Christians severely judge others or unfairly find fault? Don’t judge, so that you won’t be judged. For with whatever judgment you ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Law Of Love And The Body Of Christ.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 15, 2023

Christian life and love.

THE LAW OF LOVE AND THE BODY OF CHRIST. Ephesians 4:25-32, Ephesians 5:1-2. All of our relationships within the body of Christ must be governed by the Christian law of love (cf. Ephesians 4:2). We are to “walk in love” (EPHESIANS 5:2). One of the practical reasons given for “putting away the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32, Ephesians 5:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Determining How To Interpret The Law

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jul 16, 2024

In Luke 6:1-11 is the challenge to Jesus about his interpretation of the Sabbath rules. What can you do or not due on the Sabbath?

Determining How to Interpret the Law Luke 6:1-11 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 6:1 Now it happened that He was passing through some grainfields on a Sabbath; and His disciples were picking the heads of grain, rubbing them in their hands, and eating the grain. 2 But some of the Pharisees ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

The Law Of Compensation And The Body Of Christ

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Aug 15, 2024

This sermon explores what the law of compensation means, how it operates in our lives, and how it is intricately tied to the spiritual unity and functioning of the Body of Christ.

Today, I want to delve into a profound spiritual principle that we can find in the law of compensation and its deep connection to the Body of Christ. The law reflects the divine system of justice, balance, and reciprocity that governs the universe. In essence, the law of compensation suggests ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Under Law Or Under Grace

Contributed by Steve Sheek on Jan 31, 2022

Tree of Life Messianic Congregation Houston 29Jan22. There is a long running disagreement regarding Law vs. Grace. The Law has been denigrated for centuries in favor of Grace. Is there room for both?

20220129 Parsha Mishpatim – Under Law or Under Grace Torah Portion                   Exodus ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 23:20-28, Galatians 3:23-29

Denomination: *other

Your Law Is My Delight Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Oct 30, 2022

Psalm 119 is the most sustained act of praise and commitment to the Word of God in all of the Bible. The psalmist takes 176 verses to motivate us to get into the Bible and get the Bible into us.

All of Psalm 119 is read before me (22 readers reading eight verses each). Today we conclude our series, Life By the Book. The psalmist takes 176 verses to motivate us to get into the Bible and get the Bible into us. If you’ll continue to keep Psalm 119 open with me (page 611 in your Black pew ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:169-176, Isaiah 55:8-9, Matthew 24:35, John 10:35, Deuteronomy 17:18-19, Psalm 119:168, Psalm 119:97, Psalm 119:67, Psalm 119:164, Psalm 119:133  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Law Removes The Offense Of The Cross Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 5, 2020

The apostle was accused by the false teachers of teaching circumcision in some places, and they said they were teaching no more than he taught. Or it may have been inferred from the fact (which was undoubtedly true) that Paul in general complied with the customs of the Jews when he was with them.

December 14, 2013 The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Galatians Tom Lowe IV. Practical: Defense of Christian Liberty (5:1–6:10) A. Liberty vs. Law (5:1-12) Chapter IV.A.5: The Law Removes the Offense of the Cross (5:11-12) Galatians 5:11-12 (KJV) 11 And I, brethren, if I yet preach ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Law, Sacrifice,tabernacle And Jesus Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 20, 2022

This sermon focuses on God's giving of His Law, the Tabernacle, and the sacrificial system to prepare his people to enter into the Promised Land, and through Christ continues to do the same for all believers today.

Today, we are continuing our series called The Story. If you are visiting with us today, basically The Story is a 31-week overview of the Bible. The goal is helping you connect the different stories of the Bible together and ultimately to see how your story connects up to God’s story. Last ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:2, Hebrews 10:1, John 3:5, Matthew 5:17, Romans 12:1, 1 Peter 2:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

Are We Released From The Law? Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 29, 2021

Some Christians totally disregard the law, saying we have been released from it, and it is not even to be obeyed in the spirit. Where do people get that idea from?

Some Christians totally disregard the law, saying we have been released from it, and it is not even to be obeyed in the spirit. Where do people get that idea from? But now we have been released from the Law, having died to that by which we were bound, so that we serve in newness of the Spirit and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Is The Law Sin? Certainly Not!

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Oct 19, 2021

God gave His Law to show us just how messed up we really are, and warn us of the danger that sin poses in our lives.

Alba 10-17-2021 IS THE LAW SIN? CERTAINLY NOT! Romans 7:7-13 What if your child or grandchild, only three years of age, would take off on a journey on her own to explore the area around your home. She wouldn't know the dangers that are out there. If you lived in town, she might blissfully ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:7-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Spirit Of Truth-Telling Laws Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 20, 2021

In the Old Testament vows were taken very seriously. There was a positive and negative side of this topic. Let's look at these laws and see what the spirit of the law against lying is for Christians.

In the Old Testament vows were taken very seriously. The positive side of this topic in the Old Testament was that a vow was taken more seriously than many modern written contracts. The negative side of this topic in the Old Testament was that at least two people died due to foolish vows and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible