Sermons on under law or under grace: showing 661-675 of 151,863

The Great High Priest

Contributed by Lee Henry on Aug 13, 2006

The Christian’s High Priest is better than the high priest under the Law of Moses because he is both God and Human so that we can draw near to the throne of Grace with confidence for help in time of need.

The Great High Priest Heb. 4:14-16 The theme of the book of Hebrews can be phrased in one word . . . BETTER. The book is one comparison after another of Christ and the things the Jews revered. For instance, in 1:4-7, Jesus is declared to be better than the angels. In 3:1-6, Jesus as a son is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Outrageous Grace Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Mar 18, 2010

God shows outrageous grace to sinners who continually mess up. His blessings are so undeserved.

At first glance Chapter 20 of Genesis seems about as useful as a snowmobile in the jungle. It’s pretty much an instant replay of what happened in Egypt in chapter 12. But this relatively short chapter is put here for a reason. Abraham and Sarah are going to have to deal with this repetitive ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 20:1-18

Jesus And The Law Series

Contributed by Bruce Allen on Sep 1, 2007

This is a study of the Sermon on the Mount. This is the 3rd sermon in the series.

Sermon on the Mount Pt 3 Jesus and The Law Matthew 5:17-20 Do not think that I came to destroy the Law or the Prophets. I did not come to destroy but to fulfill. [18] For assuredly, I say to you, till heaven and earth pass away, one jot or one tittle will by no means pass from the law till all is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

A God’s-Eye View Of Someone “under The Influence” Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 13, 2016

Living under the influence of the Holy Spirit means living as light.

In 2013, a South Dakota man received his 16th DUI conviction. That means he was found guilty 16 times of driving a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol—the first conviction was way back in 1977. But from the little research that I did, he isn’t the record holder for DUI arrests ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:3-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Our Position In Christ Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Oct 1, 2013

This is the fifth message in a series over Romans 6-11. The series examine how we now life under God's grace. This message looks at the life we now have in Jesus Christ.

Introduction: A couple who had been married for twenty years went to a wedding of a close friend’s daughter. During the ring exchange ceremony, the husband started to cry. The wife, surprised by her husband’s emotional outburst, said, “I didn’t realize that you had such a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Law Of God’s Land

Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Mar 15, 2011

Taking a look at God’s original laws - the laws from which all human laws have developed.

Have you ever heard of the U.S. Supremacy Clause? I’m sure most of you have, but if you’re anything like me, you may not know what it says -- or, its implications. The US Supremacy clause states: “This Constitution, and the Laws of the United States… (dot, dot, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-22

Denomination: Lutheran

"Galatians: Only One Way To Heaven” Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jan 26, 2023

Three things can never be separated. Jesus, His words written in the Scriptures and the work of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit brings Jesus to life, and the scriptures point us to Jesus. Separate one from the other and you will miss heaven. (Leonard Sweet)

In Jesus Holy Name January 29, 2023 Text: Galatians 3:1,7-8,11 Redeemer “Galatians: Only One Way to Heaven” Paul has arrived back in Antioch from his first missionary journey after eighteen months on the road. While there, he received a report that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-8, Hebrews 2:14, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Acts 15:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

The Promise And The Law.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 21, 2024

The immutability of the Promise, and the purpose of the Law.

THE PROMISE AND THE LAW. Galatians 3:16-22. 1. The Changeless Promise. Galatians 3:16-18. In GALATIANS 3:16, the Apostle Paul demonstrates from Scripture that the promises that the LORD made to Abraham are fulfilled in our Lord Jesus Christ. Paul makes much of the fact that the word “Seed” is ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:16-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Law Is Not Evil

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Dec 14, 2018

The Law is not evil but good. Sin has taken advantage of the law and uses the good thing created by God to cause us to commit sin leading to condemnation and death

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *THE LAW IS NOT EVIL* Romans 7:7-13 King James Version (KJV) 7 What shall we say then? Is the law sin? God forbid. Nay, I had not known sin, but by the law: for I had not known lust, except the law had said, Thou shalt not ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:7-13

Denomination: Charismatic

The Joy Of Living A Grace-Based Life

Contributed by Brandon Cox on Nov 9, 2011

Every believer in Christ has a right standing with God, and can therefore walk in spiritual confidence! We can move from living by rule-keeping to living by grace.

How Most of Us Live - Based on rules - For the approval of others - For our own version of success Romans 5:1-5 Our State vs. Our Standing John Phillips talks about the difference between our standing as believers, and our state as believers. Our standing is that we are perfect and righteous, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Law Of Love Series

Contributed by Wes Humble on Nov 10, 2006

Introduction to the Ten Commandments

Exodus 20:1-17 Intro: Ill. Ted Turner has declared the Ten Commandments obsolete, "We’re living with outdated rules. The rules we’re living under are the Ten Commandments, and I bet nobody here even pays much attention to them because they’re too old. When Moses went up on the mountain, there ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: *other

The Law Of The Harvest Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Feb 9, 2015

Giving is not simply an act, it flows out of who we are, out of our love for God. Then we will be the cheerful givers who are loved by God

2 CORINTHIANS 9: 6-7 [GAINING PERSPECTIVE Series] THE LAW OF THE HARVEST [Luke 6:38 / Phil. 4:10-20] Can a man lose by doing that which pleases God? These verses are an eloquent tribute to the blessedness of Christian giving. Grace giving always rebounds with multiplied blessings for the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

A Defense Of The Law Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 24, 2008

In this sermon we see how the apostle Paul gives "A Defense of the Law" against the misrepresentation that the law causes sin and death.

Scripture Paul’s letter to the Romans is a wonderful treatment of God’s plan of salvation. One prominent aspect in Romans is Paul’s treatment of the law of God and its role in our coming to faith in Christ, and then living for Christ. Let us read Romans 7:7-13: "7 What then shall we say? That the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:7-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Law Breakers

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 26, 2022

As Law Breakers, God’s charge against sinful humanity is seen through: 1) The Character (Romans 3:10–12), 2) The Conversation (Romans 3:13–14), and 3) The Conduct (Romans 3:15–17) of the accused.

Romans 3:9-17. What then? Are we better than they? Not at all; for we have already charged that both Jews and Greeks are all under sin; 10 as it is written: “None is righteous, no, not one; 11 no one understands; no one seeks for God. 12 All have turned aside; together they have become worthless; ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9-17

Denomination: Other

Fulfilling The Law

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 3, 2021

When Jesus uses the metaphors of salt and light, He is talking to us about our covenant, our calling and how they relate to our righteousness.

FULFILLING THE LAW Text: Matthew 5:13 - 20 Mat 5:13-20  "You are the salt of the earth; but if salt has lost its taste, how can its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything, but is thrown out and trampled under foot.  (14)  "You are the light of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20

Denomination: United Methodist