Sermons on The Cross And Grace:

Give Grace Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 23, 2009

We are to Give Grace in 1) Truth 2) Anger 3) Possessions 4) Words and 5) Virtue

Should there be a limit to the kindness that we show to others? A big debate is brewing after a recent superior court decision that the government not always demand that immigration sponsors repay government assistance to immigrants who fail to live up to immigration pledges. This is in essence a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32

Denomination: Other

Grace Awakening Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 29, 2021

1) The Penalty (Titus 2:11), 2) The Power (Titus 2:12), 3) The Presence (Titus 2:13), and 4) The Possession (Titus 2:14) of sin.

Titus 2:11-14. [11] For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, [12] training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age, [13] waiting for our blessed hope, the appearing of the glory of our ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-14

Denomination: Other

The Covenant Of Grace Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 24, 2012

1) The Stipulations of the Covenant (Genesis 9:8-11), 2) The Sign of the Covenant (Genesis 9:12-16), 3) The Summary of the Covenant (Genesis 9:17)

One of the most extraordinary and beautiful natural wonders is the rainbow. It intrigues everybody. And rainbows have fascinated people throughout the ages. There are many things you could consider about rainbows. A rainbow is a bent or curved line in the sky composed or consisting of seven ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:8-17

Denomination: Other

A Feast Of Grace

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 4, 2014

This little psalm along with the Lord’s Prayer may be the most well-known passage in the Bible, and it is definitely the world’s favorite psalm, since it is the favorite of Jew, Eastern Orthodox, Western Protestant, and wistful agnostic alike.

May 16, 2014 Tom Lowe Title: A FEAST OF GRACE Psalm 23 (KJV) 1 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. 4 Yea, though I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Give Grace

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 21, 2020

We are to Give Grace in 1) Truth (Ephesians 4:25), when dealing with 2) Anger (Ephesians 4:26–27), 3) Possessions (Ephesians 4:28), 4) Words (Ephesians 4:29-30), and 5) Virtue (Ephesians 4:31-32).

Ephesians 4:25-32 [25] Therefore, having put away falsehood, let each one of you speak the truth with his neighbor, for we are members one of another. [26] Be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger, [27]and give no opportunity to the devil. [28] Let the thief no longer ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32

Denomination: Other

Abundant Grace Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 8, 2022

This sermon explores the concept of God's abundant grace as seen through the conversion of the Ethiopian by Philip and how God continues to pour out His grace to those who put their faith in Jesus Christ.

As most of you know, we have been going through a 30-35-week series called The Story. We are getting close to the end of the story. We have been most recently going through the New Testament portion of the story called the book of Acts. As I mentioned a couple times, the book of Acts is a long ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40, Deuteronomy 23:1, Isaiah 56:1-5

Denomination: Christian Church

The Covenant Of Grace Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 11, 2022

In Genesis 9:8-17 God offers "The Covenant of Grace". In it we see: 1) The Stipulations of the Covenant (Genesis 9:8-11), 2) The Sign of the Covenant (Genesis 9:12-16), and finally, 3) The Summary of the Covenant (Genesis 9:17).

Genesis 9:8-17. [8] Then God said to Noah and to his sons with him, [9]"Behold, I establish my covenant with you and your offspring after you, [10] and with every living creature that is with you, the birds, the livestock, and every beast of the earth with you, as many as came out of the ark; ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:8-17

Denomination: Other

A Universal Calling Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Dec 18, 2015

PROPOSITION: Because of Christ’s work at the cross, you are able to experience God’s grace which provides eternal rejoicing and eternal salvation.

A Universal Calling Isaiah 54-55 PROPOSITION: Because of Christ’s work at the cross, you are able to experience God’s grace which provides eternal rejoicing and eternal salvation. I. You are able to rejoice in the love of Christ! Isaiah 54 A. Miraculous grace offers expectant ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Look Both Ways Before You Cross PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2023

To understand and embody God's boundless love for all people, regardless of their earthly status, and to elevate others rather than looking down on them, reflecting His grace and mercy in our lives.

Good morning, church family! Let's get our hearts ready and open to receive today's sermon from Luke 16, the story of the rich man and the poor man, Lazarus. This tale is a powerful reminder of God's elevation of the poor and the danger of looking down on others. Someone once said, "God's love is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Topics: Rich Man, Poor Man

Understanding The Importance Of The Cross

Contributed by William Baeta on Mar 3, 2015

“But to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God”. (1 Cor. 1:24)

Theme: Understanding the importance of the cross Text: Ex. 20:1-17; 1 Cor. 1:18-25; Matt. 10:37-42 The entire message of the Gospel revolves around one unique historical event: the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ on the Cross. Writing about this, the writer of Hebrews declares in 10:14, that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:37-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Preaching Of The Cross #1 Series

Contributed by David Carter on Mar 14, 2007

Sermon on the Cross

THE PREACHING OF THE CROSS I CORINTHIANS 1:18 - FOR THE PREACHING OF THE CROSS IS TO THEM THAT PERISH FOOLISHNESS; BUT UNTO US WHICH ARE SAVED IT IS THE POWER OF GOD. In Sequoia National Park in California, There is a big tree that stands 275 feet high and is 36 feet in diameter. It is called ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discipleship: The Call Of The Cross

Contributed by Richard Deem on Oct 9, 2006

It is important to understand that God has freely given us salvation. It was paid for by the cross of Christ. Along with this salvation comes discipleship. Jesus said if you are going to be His disciple, you have to bear your cross.

Discipleship: The Call Of The Cross (Note: This message was preached at a special School of Ministry/Congress on Leadership convened in Panama City, Republic of Panama) I consider it a great privilege to be invited to be part of this School of Ministry and Congress on Leadership. I want to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23

Denomination: Church Of God

Glory Only In The Cross.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 24, 2024

“God forbid that I should boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world" (Galatians 6:14).

GLORY ONLY IN THE CROSS. Galatians 6:11-18. As Paul draws towards the conclusion of his letter to the Galatians, he takes the pen into his own hand (GALATIANS 6:11) and emphasizes once more the issue between the Judaisers and himself. The motives of his opponents are suspect: to make a good ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:11-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Hill With Three Crosses

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Apr 2, 2021

This is a sermon I preached for Easter.

Title: “A Hill With Three Crosses” Script: Lk. 23:32-43 Type: Easter/Evang. Where: GNBC Easter Sunday 2021 Intro: The story is told of a Southern Gospel group that was called “The Resurrections”. The story took place back in the early 1970’s. It seems as though the singing group were going ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43, Luke 23:32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Crossing The Line With God

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Jan 10, 2012

We must guard our lives so that we do not cross that line. Moses is a warning to all of us that God is no respecter of persons. There are several things that Moses did that made God so angry with him, he was denied entrance into the Promised Land.

INTRO: Despite their stubbornness, God dealt with Israel with much grace and mercy in their rebellions against Him. Moses the man of God was special before the Lord because he was: (1) The meekest man on earth (Num. 12:3); (2) Faithful in all God’s house (Num. 12:7); (3) Spoke to God mouth to ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 20:1-13

Denomination: *other