Sermons on Penal Substitution:

Grace & Works

Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 10, 2008

GRACE AND WORKS

GRACE AND WORKS: EPH.2:8-9 9-29-07 Today I want to talk for a little while on, being saved by Gods grace plus nothing else added to it. 8For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: 9Not of works, lest any man should boast. I heard a person ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Tamar's Curse, Cunning Plan And Blessing

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008

We see how God will have his way, even through the sinful schemes and foolish ways of his creatures.

Genesis 38 Introduction • Authority of Scripture- "All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God ma be thoroughly equipped for every good work" (2 Timothy 3:16). Application: we must listen, understand and obey ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 38:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

Now Thank We All Our God

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Nov 24, 2010

Even in the midst of suffering we can sing: Now thank we all our God. Let's learn why we can rejoice in suffering. Parts: A. His verdict overrules our guilt. B. His training for us in troubles strengthens our hope.

Text: Romans 5:1-5 Theme: Now Thank We All Our God A. His verdict overrules our guilt B. His training for us in troubles strengthens our hope Season: Thanksgiving Eve Date: November 24, 2010 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Now-Thank-We-All-Our-God-Romans5_1-5.html Grace and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

How Does God Want Me To Live?

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jul 28, 2011

While he longed to be with Christ, he yearned to remain and help these believers grow in Christ.

James 1:5 If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him. Philippians 1:20-21 20. According to my earnest expectation and my hope, that in nothing I shall be ashamed, but that with all boldness, as always, so now also ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of Exhortation

Contributed by John D Jones on Aug 25, 2011

The Gift of Exhortation is a neglected necessity for an effective church. We need a revival of encouragement!

This particular book of the Bible is simply known as “The Acts”. The full title is, “The Acts of the Apostles” and records the various ‘actions’ of those prominent individuals included. However, if we were to be completely accurate and completely specific with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Full Access

Contributed by Tim Hinrichs on Aug 25, 2011

The tabernacle is a pattern not only for the Old Testament, but for our worship of God today. We have full access to God's holy place but so few enter in.

In 1922, Archeologist Howard Carter discovered an entrance to an Egyptian tomb. A sealed doorway. And on the doorway was the seal of the Pharaoh Tutankhamen. Most tombs have been plundered and robbed long ago but this one was nearly pristine. Behind that door were treasures beyond their wildest ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

More Than A Suggestion Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 28, 2011

Exposition of Psalms 33 regarding reasons for us to praise the Lord.

Text: Psalm 33:1-12, Title: More Than a Suggestion, Date/Place: NRBC, 2/28/11, AM 1. Opening illustration: The church has surrendered her once lofty concept of God and has substituted for it one so low, so ignoble, as to be utterly unworthy of thinking, worshipping men…the gravest ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Independence Day

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Feb 11, 2011

Celebrating the the prize of independence and freedom before the reality is in hand.

Independence Day This weekend many people are celebrating Independence Day in a variety of ways. Many have taken extra time off from work and are traveling. Some are taking a special opportunity to visit family. Others just stay home and perhaps watch the John Wayne marathon on TV. There is a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-18

Denomination: Congregational

Barzillai Series

Contributed by Darren Rogers on May 18, 2008

What character of the Bible best describes you? Do you start out well only to finish poorly and offer God every excuse you can think of?

Barzillai – 27th April 2008 am 2 Samuel 19:32 Background – David running from Absalom Bar-zil-lah-ee The Holy Spirit says something of Barzillai that He says of very few people. He says that he was “a very great man.” The Bible does not hand out this kind of praise openhandedly. It marks ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 19:32

Denomination: Baptist

Galatians 4:21-31, Two Wives Are Too Many, Cast One Out Series

Contributed by Eldron Gill on May 26, 2008

Galatians 4:21-31, Two wives are too many, cast one out

Two Wives Are Too Many; Cast One Out! Galatians 4:21-31 Jan. 2008 * Finding a mate for life can be a difficult task. Joke - One Wish A woman was walking along the beach when she stumbled upon an unusual old lamp. She picked it up and cleaned it off, and suddenly a Genie appeared. The amazed woman ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:21-31

Denomination: Baptist

A Criminal's View Of Calvary Series

Contributed by Dennis Munn on Apr 13, 2011

A sermon examining how Calvary is redemptive in real life...the thief's view of Calvary.

A Hill With A View A Criminal’s View of Calvary Introduction: It’s appropriate in the weeks leading up to Easter that we devote extra attention to the story of Calvary. The preaching of the cross is central to Christianity...there can be no Christianity without the cross. The idea ...read more

Scripture: Luke 32:39-43

Denomination: Apostolic

If You're Saved And You Know It Say Amen!

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Apr 14, 2011

Everyone has faith in something. There is a counterfeit kind of faith. Even the demons believe in God but aren't saved. The evolutionist has more faith than we do! Let's learn true faith. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

If You're Saved and You Know it Say Amen! Romans 3:28 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/SayAmen.html Here's the final conclusion on how we are justified...by faith! What is saving faith? We need to investigate because there is a counterfeit kind of faith. Everyone has faith in something. The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:28

Denomination: Baptist

The Crucifixion, Death And Resurrection Of Jesus

Contributed by Pastor Ezekiel Oyekale on Apr 22, 2011

THE IMPORTANCE OF CHRIST’S RESURRECTION AND THE INFALLIBLE PROOFS OF HIS RESURRECTION

THE CRUCIFIXION, DEATH AND RESURRECTION OF CHRIST (Pastor Ezekiel Oyekale) (Matthew 27:27-28:10). The crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ on the cross, His burial and His resurrection from the dead on the third day are the corner stones and the basic tenets on which the Christian faith is ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Bringing The Harvest

Contributed by Terry Barnhill on Jun 15, 2011

A Pentecost sermon with context and Great Commission

Bringing The Harvest United Presbyterian Church of Terra Bella June 12, 2011 Joel 2:28-29 Acts 2:1-14; 1:5-8 Ps 104 Matt. 28:19-20 Ex. 19:17-19 The Passover sacrifice remembers Israel’s day of deliverance from Egypt. The “ Pentecost” – the 50th day after ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Father Of The Faithful Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 20, 2011

Through this passage one can understand that Abraham was justified before he was circumcised and before the Law was given. Circumcision and legal obedience are not necessary conditions of justification

ROMANS 4:9-15 THE FATHER OF THE FAITHFUL Paul has proven that Abraham was not justified nor forgiven on account of his good actions. But what was the nature of the Covenant made with Abraham? Was the promise made on the condition of faith, or on the condition of circumcision, which was the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:9-15

Denomination: Baptist