Sermons on sanctifing grace: showing 2,161-2,175 of 89,888

Experiencing The Miracle Of Transformation

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jul 7, 2022

In changing the water into wine, Jesus demonstrated his authority over all things down to the smallest molecule. This was a miracle for transformation designed to convince the disciples of who he was. Water doesn’t change its molecular makeup without the authority of the Creator.

Subject: "Experiencing the Miracle of Transformation" Text: John 2:1-11 The next day there was a wedding celebration in the village of Cana in Galilee. Jesus’ mother was there, 2 and Jesus and his disciples were also invited to the celebration. 3 The wine supply ran out during the ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11, John 1:1-3, 1 Corinthians 1:26-29

Denomination: Methodist

What Does Holy Living Look Like? Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Mar 7, 2022

This the last message of this series. what does holiness look like in everyday living? All Scripture references are in the NASB.

What does Holy Living look like? Perhaps this message should have been the first message in the series rather than the last. We must remember, we have been called to holiness: 1 Peter 1:15–16 but like the Holy One who called you, be holy yourselves also in all your behavior; 16 because it is ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Growth And Learning Is A Life-Long Adventure

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jun 1, 2021

No matter what your age spiritual growth and learning is for a lifetime. The more you investigate the more you will want to learn more.

Parables can take on many different interpretations. One way to examine this parable is that Yeshua was talking about spiritual growth. Yeshua met many people during His ministry, and they immediately followed Him. Why? They determined that Yeshua was the Messiah that the LORD had promised to His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:26-29

Denomination: United Methodist

Inside Out Christianity

Contributed by Dwight Davis on May 17, 2024

So often, we Christians--like everyone else get caught up on the outward appearance of our physical bodies, our homes, our cars and our families. Even more dangerous than focusing on the "appearance" of these things, we quite often focus on the appearance of our Christianity.

Have you ever met someone for the first time, and you were immediately struck by how nice-looking that person was? But after spending some time with them, all of a sudden, they didn’t look that good anymore? Not that their makeup got smeared or their toupee blew off; but once you talked to them and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:25-28, Matthew 15:8-20, Jeremiah 17:9, Psalm 139:23-24, Psalm 51:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Keep On Riding

Contributed by Val Black on Jun 5, 2023

This is a short message about the three parts of every person born, spirit, soul, and body.

Keep On Riding "Therefore we do not lose heart. Even though our outward man is perishing, yet the inward man is being renewed day by day." 2 Corinthians 4:16 This scripture describes very simply what happens to every born-again Christian after accepting Jesus as the Savior and Lord of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16, Hebrews 4:12, 1 Corinthians 15:50, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Charismatic

Love, Fruit Of The Spirit

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Jun 30, 2023

Fruit of the Spirit The fruit of the Spirit is all about growing more like Jesus. When you become a Christian, God gives you the Holy Spirit to help you and change you. The Holy Spirit works to develop the character of Christ within you. The fruit of the Spirit is a beautiful

LOVE Fruit of the Spirit (25-06-2023) INTRODUCTION: Our message series is on the fruit of the Spirit. The fruit of the Spirit is all about growing more like Jesus. When you become a Christian, God gives you the Holy Spirit to help you and change you. The Holy Spirit works to develop ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:2, Philemon 1:8-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Live In Holiness Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 16, 2023

This is the 2nd sermon in the series "Live Well".

Series: Live Well [#2] LIVE IN HOLINESS 1 Peter 1:13-21 Introduction: Christians were scattered all over the world because of persecution; but Peter told them to live in hope because there was coming a day that they would be in Heaven. The fact that believers have eternal life in Heaven to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Be Sanctified Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 18, 2023

God is holy and he leads us to holy life in every day situations. We must practice holiness in our conversations, dialogues and oration. We don’t have casual talk and formal talk concepts. We must behave always same manner as followers of Christ.

TEXT: 1 THESSALONIANS 4:1-12 THEME: BE SANCTIFIED   Greetings: The Lord is good and his love endures forever!   Introduction: This section runs through chapters 4 and 5. Prior passages were mostly a description of the Thessalonian believers' spiritual growth and their excellent ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus Last Prayer – What’s In It For Me

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Sep 12, 2023

The answer to the title's question is Eternal Life with God and Christ. The question is how does one obtain it.

Jesus Last Prayer – What’s in it for me Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 17 John 17:1 Jesus spoke these things; and lifting up His eyes to heaven, He said, “Father, the hour has come; glorify Your Son, that the Son may glorify You, 2 even as You gave Him authority over all flesh, that to all ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

What Does It Mean That Our Body Is The Temple?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 14, 2023

We are to use our body to give God glory in all that we do.

In these first few verses, Paul was portraying the qualities of unbelievers. He does not imply that these individuals are automatically and permanently prevented from going to heaven. Christians come from all foundations, including these. They might continue to battle with malicious longings; ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:9-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Growth In Christ

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 16, 2024

Adversity is not simply a tool. It is God's most effective tool for the advancement of our spiritual lives.

Grow … truly grow ... 2 Thessalonians 1:3 “We are bound to thank God always for you, brethren, as it is fitting, because your faith grows exceedingly, and the love of every one of you all abounds toward each other..” A)Church of Thessalonians I do receive plenty of rave reviews for my ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Do Everything In The Name Of The Lord Jesus”

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Jan 1, 2024

It’s that time of year once again. December 31st brings reflections on a year that is ending. There may be anticipation mixed with some anxiety for a new year that is just beginning. If we really want to keep our New Year’s resolutions we need to learn God’s way of making changes in our lives.

It’s that time of year once again. December 31st brings reflections on a year that is ending. There may be anticipation mixed with some anxiety for a new year that is just beginning. Whether you have plans for a “count-down” party with corks popping or flipflops dropping (Folley Beach) at ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Aspect Of Our Christian Walk Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 19, 2024

Today, I want to talk to you about a critical aspect of our Christian walk....

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Today, I want to talk to you about a critical aspect of our Christian walk: speaking the truth in love. As believers, we have an obligation to tell the truth and rebuke sin, not to condemn or offend others but to lovingly guide them towards righteousness. In a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:5, Proverbs 12:19

Grace Greater Than Our Sins

Contributed by Travis Moore on Nov 29, 2000

The marvelous grace of God

Grace Greater Than Our Sins Moreover the law entered, that the offence might abound. But where sin abounded, grace did much more abound: That as sin hath reigned unto death, even so might grace reign through righteousness unto eternal life by Jesus Christ our Lord. (Rom 5:20 -21) 1. Grace is an ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Can We Resist The Grace Of God?

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introductory Comments 1.

Introductory Comments 1. Faith is not necessary for our salvation. Instead, faith is the result of our salvation. In case you did not hear me let me say this again. Faith is not necessary for our salvation. Instead, faith is the result of our salvation. 2. This is what I hope to teach you this ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:24-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed