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I Desire Mercy Not Sacrifice
Experiencing the mercy of God in our lives
Ready & Faithful
Looking to Jesus for help now and hope in the future
Why Suffering?
Help your church understand God's plan in pain
If a sacrificial lamb was necessary for people during Biblical times, is one still necessary for people of today?
As the Hebrews arranged for their departure from subjugation in Egypt, they were told to make bread without yeast (“unleavened bread”) on the grounds that they lacked the necessary amount of time to sit and wait for it to rise. Yeast was likewise an image of wrongdoing, so they were directed to ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:7-8
Denomination: Independent/Bible
We most learn about service by looking at Jesus! He not only served, but declared himself a servant.
Journey With Jesus: Serving Like Jesus Introduction In our journey with Jesus we have studied… The foundation of the disciple’s life, the Beatitudes. The source of authority, Jesus is Lord. The divine help we receive, the Holy Spirit. Today we move further into our study to talk about one of the ...read more
Scripture: Galatians 5:13, Mark 10:43-45
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
What does it mean to follow, will we suffer, will we learn anything, and how do we follow?
What Does It Mean to Follow in His Steps? 1 Peter 2:21-25 (21) Obeying Authority: In 1 Peter 2:11-25, Peter writes that Christians are to submit to those in power. He uncovers God's will for the individuals who are free in Christ: to enthusiastically submit to each human authoritative figure ...read more
Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21-25
Adrian Rogers once said, "A slave serves because he has to, A servant serves because he needs to. A child of God serves because he wants to".
Slave, Servant, or Saint Rom 6:16-18 Adrian Rogers once said, 1. A slave serves because he has to. Modern slavery's definitions have evolved, encompassing not only ownership but ...read more
Scripture: Romans 6:16-18
Denomination: Baptist
A sermon for the season following Pentecost, Year B, lectionary 24
September 15, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Mark 8:27-38 In Search of the Cross Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Yesterday, September 14, is recognized as Holy Cross Day. The festival commemorates when St. ...read more
Scripture: Mark 8:27-38
Denomination: Lutheran
This sermon aims to explore and appreciate the blessings and opportunities of singleness as a unique gift from God, emphasizing that being single does not equate to being alone, as we are part of God's vast family.
Good morning, family. Today's focus is a little bit different but equally important. We have all heard numerous sermons on the joys of marriage, the importance of family, but today we are going to ponder upon the blessings of singleness. We are going to explore the call to dedicated service, even ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:7, Matthew 19:11
Topics: Singleness, Dedicated Service
Understand and embrace the freedom we have in Christ, while acknowledging the challenges and tests we face in our discipleship journey, ultimately trusting in Jesus as the source of eternal life and hope.
Good morning, Church family! Today, we're going to dive into a passage that challenges us to understand our freedom in Christ, the torments and cares of earthly problems, and how our discipleship is tested. I came across a quote from Dwight L. Moody that I believe sets the stage for today's ...read more
Scripture: John 6:60-71
Topics: Freedom, Christ's Service
Living a life of sacrificial service, honoring those who serve, and seeking spiritual transformation through God's love and guidance.
Welcome, beloved family of God. It is a joy to gather together, united under the banner of Christ's love, to reflect upon His word and His will for our lives. It is in this spirit of unity and reflection that we turn our attention to the twelfth chapter of Romans, verses one and two. The apostle ...read more
Scripture: Romans 12:1-2
Topics: Transformation, Service, Honor
This sermon encourages us to recognize our current spiritual season, take our faith seriously, and understand the urgency of living fully in God's presence.
Good morning, beloved family. It's a blessing to be here with you today. We gather in the presence of God, with hearts open and ready to receive His Word. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Every moment we share in this sacred space is a gift from God. In the wise words of ...read more
Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8
Topics: Funeral Service, Time
This sermon explores Samuel's unwavering faith and obedience to God, encouraging believers to emulate his steadfastness and submission to God's will.
Welcome, dear friends, to our shared sanctuary of faith and fellowship. We gather here, in this hallowed space, united by our love for the Lord and our desire to know Him more deeply. As we gather in His name, let us prepare our hearts to receive His word, for it is through His word that we grow in ...read more
Scripture: 1 Samuel 12:2
Topics: Samuel's Faithful Service
This sermon reflects on the selfless bravery of fallen heroes, encouraging appreciation for the freedoms their sacrifices have granted us.
Good morning, cherished family of faith. Here we are, gathered once again in the warm embrace of our sanctuary, a place where our hearts find solace and our spirits find strength. As we come together today, I want us to cast our minds to the brave souls who have gone before us, those who have paid ...read more
Scripture: John 15:13
Topics: Memorial Day, Service
An illustration of people groups who today do ’penance’ to earn God’s favor highlights Paul’s admonition to the Jews who made so many pitiful attempts at gaining God’s salvation He wants to freely give away. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, Powerpoint
A Pitiful Sight Romans 4:9-25 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/PitifulSight.html Every hear a great throng of people make pilgrimage to the Shrine of Guadalupe in Mexico, a site where supposedly the Virgin Mary once stood...however unlikely that is. They go there hoping to get her attention, and to ...read more
Scripture: Romans 4:9-25
Start reading the Bible every day, because it can: 1. change you (vs. 7) 2. cheer you up (vs. 8) 3. clear your vision (vs. 8-10) 4. convict you of sin (vs. 11) 5. cleanse you (vs. 12-14)
New Habits for a New Year Part 1: A Daily Diet of God’s Word Psalm 19:7-14 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Jan. 18, 2009 *Does anyone here today have any bad habits? Oh yeah. Are there any bad habits you would like to put behind you? Are there any good habits you would like to ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 19:7-14
The one who is bigger than time wants us to know: 1. His holiness (vs. 46). 2. His hope (vs. 47-51). 3. His humility (vs. 49-50 & 52-54). 4. His honesty (vs. 55). 5. His happiness (vs. 56).
Jesus Christ Is Bigger than Time! John 8:46-58 Series: The Great I Am Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church -- Feb. 2, 2014 BACKGROUND: *Today we continue focusing on the Lord's "I AM" statements from the Gospel of John. This name of God goes all the way back to Exodus 3 where the Lord ...read more
Scripture: John 8:46-58
How can we carry on for the Lord Jesus Christ? 1. Keep studying God's Word (vs. 42). 2. Keep sharing with God's people (vs. 42-46). 3. Keep seeking the Lord (vs. 46-47). 4. Keep shining for the Lord (vs. 47).
Carry on Christians. Carry on! Acts 2:41-47 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - June 30, 2013 *Have you ever been tempted to give up on church? Have you ever been tempted to just give up and quit? Listen to this testimony from Pastor Larry Overstreet: *"The first Pastors Conference ...read more
Scripture: Acts 2:41-47
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