Sermons on Restoration By Mercy:

God's Heart For People

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Oct 4, 2002

The deepest passion in God’s heart is restoring people’s relationship with Him

God’s Heart For People September 22, 23 2002 Intro: Today I want to share with you what I believe to be in the deepest place of God’s heart. You see, we do not serve a God of intellect – who looks at the state of the world and responds by analyzing the causes and hypothesizing about what ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:8-18

Denomination: Baptist

Have Faith

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jan 29, 2009

Strong faith can become weakened by doubt, but life can be restored by Jesus.

Text: “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen” (Hebrews 11:1). Story: “Show Much Have You?” A friend tells of overhearing two little girls, playmates, who were counting over their pennies. One said, “I have five pennies.” The other said, “I have ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29

Denomination: Christian Church

The Purpose Of Christmas

Contributed by John Raulerson on Dec 12, 2007

The purpose of Christ coming into the world is to restore to man what man lost in the fall

THE PURPOSE OF CHRISTMAS Matt 1:21 "And she will bring forth a Son, and you shall call His name Jesus, for He will save His people from their sins." As we enter the Christmas season most of us would be amazed at the large number of people who could not tell us the true meaning of Christmas. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Falling Out Of Love With Jesus

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 18, 2007

Descriptions of reasons people fall out of love with Jesus, with helps to restoring that love.

FALLING OUT OF LOVE WITH JESUS > Hosea 11:7 My people are bent on turning from Me. Though they call to Him on high, He will not exalt them at all. If you will think back a few months to when we studied the book of Revelation, you will remember that this book, this revelation was written by the ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 11:7

Denomination: Baptist

Marriage Matters Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 25, 2016

Biblical look at marriage, in an effort to restore its rightful place in our thinking

I want to land on my feet in life, don’t you? So, on big subjects that the world is really goofing up right now, we need solid answers. We need to be able to navigate the landing. I’m talking about Christian people being real and our faith making a difference in the way we approach ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Three Responses Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Tim White on Nov 9, 2011

For those who sought truth, Jesus offered Refreshment, Restoration and Assurance for their Reservations.

John Chapter 2 Three Responses of Jesus. Introduction with illustration: I. REFRESHMENT Jesus offers refreshment for those who thirst after Him. 1 On the third day there was a wedding in Cana of Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there. 2 Now both Jesus and His disciples were invited to the ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Salvation Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 28, 2018

Following his prayer for forgiveness, Jesus speaks of salvation -- a restored relationship with God.

1. Hunger for Forgiveness and Salvation Ernest Hemingway told the story of a father and his teenage son who had a relationship that had become strained to the point of breaking. Finally the son ran away from home. His father, however, began a journey in search of his rebellious son. Finally, in ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"is It Time To House Clean, Or To Clean House" (Sermon 6 In The Series On The Gospel Of John 2021) Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Mar 29, 2021

This message deals with Jesus as he cleanse the temple of God, restoring it to the Holiness of God.

“IS IT TIME TO HOUSE CLEAN OR TO CLEAN HOUSE?” [Sermon # 6 in Series on The Gospel of John 2021] John 2:12-25 Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ February 21, 2021 Video Sermon Link: https://youtu.be/jau4yyge16s INTRODUCTION: 1.) Last week we saw some exciting events as Jesus turned ...read more

Scripture: John 2:12-25, Matthew 14:33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Kingdom Of God

Contributed by Val Black on Mar 28, 2022

God's plan of the ages is to restore man back into the Kingdom of God

The Kingdom of God Wed. - Oct. 27, 2004 Here's a statement that's going to rub some the wrong way: Man was not created to spend eternity in heaven: Man was created to spend eternity here on earth in the Garden of Eden. That was God's plan when He created the Garden. Eden was a kingdom ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 115:15-16, Zechariah 9:9, Philippians 3:20, Matthew 28:16-20, Luke 19:38-40, Matthew 25:34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

From Prison To Palace Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 16, 2026

God’s hand can transform seasons of confinement, limitation, or delay into platforms of divine promotion and strategic elevation.

FROM PRISON TO PALACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 41:1-14 Key Verse: “But the Lord was with Joseph, and shewed him mercy, and gave him favour in the sight of the keeper of the prison.” (Genesis 39:21) Supporting Texts: Psalm 75:6-7; Daniel 6:3-4; Romans 8:28; Proverbs ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:1-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Good News For The Poor And Infirm

Contributed by Charles Scott on Jan 11, 2008

Jesus came to restore the whole man, both physically and spiritually as evidenced by his healing of the Leper.

Lk 4__14-22 and 5__12-13 Proclaim glad tidings to the poor Friday after Epiphany First Reading 1 Jn 4:19–5:4 Beloved, we love God because he first loved us. If anyone says, “I love God,” but hates his brother, he is a liar; for whoever does not love a brother whom he has seen cannot ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Jesus Heals A Blind Beggar Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 23, 2015

Jesus' healing of a blind beggar in Luke 18:35-43 teaches us about the mercy of Jesus.

Scripture When Pierre-Paul Thomas was growing up in Montreal, Canada in the 1940s he couldn’t play hockey with his brothers, and it broke his heart. Thomas was born blind – long before a cure for his particular condition was available. So, for most of his life he could only imagine ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:35-43

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Transformative Power Of Grace Luke 19:9-10 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 29, 2024

Luke 19:9-10 reveals the profound impact of encountering Jesus Christ, the Son of Man who came to seek and save the lost.

The Transformative Power of Grace Luke 19:9-10 Introduction: As we delve into Luke 19:9-10, we encounter a powerful narrative of transformation and redemption. This passage reveals the profound impact of encountering Jesus Christ, the Son of Man who came to seek and save the lost. Let us explore ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:9-10, Ephesians 2:8-9, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Wrath Of God Series

Contributed by Jeff Mims on Feb 14, 2002

Some people cannot reconcile God’s judgment and wrath with the Christian gospel of love, mercy, and grace. Nevertheless, Scripture makes clear that justice, wrath, and judgment are as much divine attributes as are love mercy, and grace.

The Wrath of God Romans 1:19-21 Some people cannot reconcile God’s judgment and wrath with the Christian gospel of love, mercy, and grace. Nevertheless, Scripture makes clear that justice, wrath, and judgment are as much divine attributes as are love mercy, and grace. The prophets...the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

Christianity In Context Part 1 Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Aug 10, 2007

We can only understand His mercy within the context of all that He has spoken to us in the Scriptures. Be on your guard for those who misuse the message of God’s love and mercy for their own ends.

Christianity in Context, Part-1, Luke 4:4 Introduction Have you ever been misquoted or had your words taken so far out of context that by the time you heard what someone said you said it isn’t what you said at all? As a Pastor I know that words are powerful. As I was doing some research for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:4

Denomination: Christian Church