Sermons on Sparing Mercy:

Robbing God Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 1, 2016

Jesus shares the Parable of the wicked servant.

Mark 12:1-12 “Robbing God” INTRODUCTION The writer of Mark continues to expand upon the central message of his gospel that the time is fulfilled, the kingdom is here, repent and believe. To do this Mark recounts Jesus telling a story that has come to be known as “The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Inconveniencing Ourselves For Others Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 18, 2016

When we wake up in the morning, let’s make our prayer a hymn of praise to God

Thursday of 12th Week in Course The critical question Jesus–and Amos for that matter–raises today is one we all have to answer: “why do you think evil in your hearts?” Whether it be the Jeroboams of the world or the Pharisees, or you and I, we human beings think evil in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:1-8

Denomination: Catholic

What Shall I Render

Contributed by David Radcliff on Jul 1, 2016

“What shall I render unto the Lord for all His benefits toward me?” (v. 12). This is a deeply personal and sensible consideration.

WHAT SHALL I RENDER Psalm 116 “What shall I render unto the Lord for all His benefits toward me?” (v. 12). This is a deeply personal and sensible consideration. I. WHAT ARE HIS BENEFITS TOWARD ME? There is- 1. AN INCLINED EAR. “He hath inclined His ear unto me” (v. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

What Do We Do About Our Neighborhood?

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 9, 2016

It’s a scary time and a deadly time for many. If anyone can show us the way to be good neighbors …it’s Jesus!

What Are We Going to Do About Our Neighborhood? Luke 10:25-37 
Introduction Watching Mr. Rogers Neighborhood is a pleasant childhood memory. There were real life characters like Mr. McFeely the delivery man, Lady Aberlin, Chef Brockett. But it was the puppets I loved the best … ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Grace Produces

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Apr 23, 2015

You will respond to God's mercies by doing what it is in your nature to do. Grace produces "fruit."

When we first moved into our home – it’s been twenty-five years ago now – but when we first moved in, we had a peach tree growing on the north side of the house. And it produced peaches, hundreds of them! The birds loved it, and the neighbors hated it. The neighbors hated it ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Happy Are The Compassionate Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Mar 16, 2011

There are many merciful people who are not Christians, and many unforgiving people who claim to be Christians. There are many meek non-Christians and many pride filled Christians. The point is that you will never be able to always distinguish a true Chris

This is really one of the big issues in the world today. There are many merciful people who are not Christians, and many unforgiving people who claim to be Christians. There are many meek non-Christians and many pride filled Christians. The point is that you will never be able to always distinguish ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

The Master's Penmanship

Contributed by Brent Long on Mar 20, 2011

When God writes upon our lives, the message is clear and powerful.

John 8:1-11 “1Jesus went unto the mount of Olives. 2And early in the morning he came again into the temple, and all the people came unto him; and he sat down, and taught them. 3And the scribes and Pharisees brought unto him a woman taken in adultery; and when they had set her in the midst, ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Apostolic

Connecting The Messianic Dots

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 16, 2011

Here is one of the most gracious revelations of Jesus to the religious leaders of His day. God is a revealer of the truth, and we need to listen.

Passage: Matthew 22:41-46 Intro: Have you ever helped a small child do a connect the dots puzzle? 1. pretty easy if you can count. 2. but small children need help to understand the concept, and then with that help they can complete the puzzle. 3. Jesus has been under attack in the days ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:41-46

Denomination: Evangelical Free

"getting Ready For Christmas: Whose Child Is This?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 18, 2018

A sermon for Advent with a focus on the mercy shown by Joseph.

“Getting Ready for Christmas: Whose Child is This?” Matthew 1:18-19 There can be no doubt that the story of Jesus’ birth begins with a Scandal. Matthew is straight and to the point: while Joseph and Mary were engaged to be married, Mary became pregnant and Joseph was not the father! Can you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-19

Denomination: United Methodist

The Anti-Christ And Tribulation (Part 2)

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 10, 2017

Following the rise of the anti-Christ, the world will experience tribulation unlike any previous encounter. Jesus offered warnings concerning the time following the abomination of desolation.

The anti-Christ and Tribulation (Part 2) Matthew 24: 15-22 In our previous study we considered the rise of anti-Christ on the global scene. He will come to power with the promise of peace, uniting the world with his agenda. The peace accord with Israel will be brokered, and the world will enjoy a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:15-22

Denomination: Baptist

A Real Old Time Conversion

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jan 4, 2019

Remember when we got real Salvation.

A REAL OLD TIME CONVERSION I remember the days when people were being saved an serving the Lord? Do you ? The world today does not know what it is like. Psalms 13: 3 Consider and hear me, O LORD my God: lighten mine eyes, lest I sleep the sleep of death; 4 Lest mine enemy say, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

"Feeling The Weight Of The World"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 23, 2012

A sermon focusing on the mercy and love of Christ.

Luke 13:10-17 “Feeling the Weight of the World” In his book, When a Nation Forgets, Erwin Lutzer retells one Christian’s story about living in Hitler’s Germany. The man wrote: “I lived in Germany during the Nazi Holocaust. I considered myself a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: United Methodist

Strength For The Weak, Shoes For The Walk.

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Sep 6, 2012

There are 3 degrees of growth in a Christian life in Isaiah chapter 40. The first one is the young Christian shall mount up as an eagle. The second is the adult Christian shall run. And the third is the mature Christian shall walk. God will furnish you s

Strength for the weak, shoes for the walk. Isaiah 40:28 Hast thou not known? hast thou not heard, that the everlasting God, the LORD, the Creator of the ends of the earth, fainteth not, neither is weary? there is no searching of his understanding. 29 He giveth power to the faint; and to them ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Baptist

Camp Fire On A Wooden Ship

Contributed by Alvan Lewis on Feb 4, 2019

What does God's mercy look like? And what does true worship look like? The book of Jonah gives us insights into these questions.

Camp Fire on a Wooden Ship Jonah 1-4 Frederick Faber has penned these immortal words: “There’s a wideness in God’s mercy, ?Like the wideness of the sea; ?There’s a kindness in His Justice ?Which is more than liberty. There is welcome for the sinner?And more graces for the good;?There is mercy with ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

The Day An Outcast Found Grace Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Feb 18, 2019

A sermon examining God's great grace.

The Day An Outcast Found Grace Ruth 2:1-3 Dr. Don Bartlette is a Native American who was born in North Dakota in the 1930's. Dr. Bartlette was born with cleft palate. As a result of his facial deformity he struggled with a severe speech impediment. Not only did he grow up in poverty, his ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist