Sermons on Undeserved Favor:

Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by Mike Spain on Apr 16, 2002

Here is an informatal message on the Spiritual Gifts, their funtions, and their purpose. This message is a great Postmodern (decontructive) approach to discovering Spiritual Gifts.

(Before we started, I geve everyone a simply Spiritual Gifts test that had about 50 short questions on them and we reviewed them together) So, we’re talking about Spiritual Gifts. What they are. What they’re not. We’re going to talk about the point of these gifts. I mean, what is the point? I’m ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Standin' In The Need Of Grace

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Sep 20, 2005

It’s easy for us to focus on ourselves and our alleged abilities. It’s far better to realize that we are constantly in need of the sustaining presence of God’s grace.

Passage: Judges 6:25-32 Intro: There is an old spiritual that we all know. Very simple. 1. “It’s me, it’s me oh Lord, standin’ in the need of prayer” 2. this is not a song celebrating selfishness, but the recognition of need 3. its amazing how easily pride worms into our hearts, how we begin ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:25-32

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Fight The Good Fight Of Faith Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jul 6, 2010

In order for us to fight the good fight of faith and bring back this country to the original intent of the Founding Fathers, we must have peace, hope, and be able to stand on truth!

We began this morning with the Preamble to the Constitution of the United States of America: We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general Welfare, and secure the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Pray Without Ceasing

Contributed by Robert Cox on Dec 11, 2006

We must pray in every circumstance

"Pray without ceasing. In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. Quench not the Spirit." 1TH 5:17-19. As we see sin abounding in the nation and world, we have all the more reason to exclaim, "Pray without ceasing," because it is only by God’s mercy ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

God’s Kindness, Our Need For Repentance Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on May 5, 2025

Romans chapter 2 is a clear warning against judgementalism. God is the true judge, and we need to prepare ourselves for the coming judgment of God and share the love of Christ to others.

Have you ever heard a Christian describe themselves as one beggar telling the other beggars where he found bread? If you have then good for them. That attitude is so important because we are not to be judgmental, but we should humbly acknowledge we are all sinners. We were saved by grace, and we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

God Spoke, Mary Listened

Contributed by Steve Ferber on Dec 17, 2005

When Gabriel announced to Mary that she would be the mother of the Messiah, Mary responded with a willing heart.

*A few days ago the president of Iran shocked the leaders of the world when he said that the Holocaust was a myth used by the Europeans to create a Jewish state. 6 million Jews weren’t really murdered during WWII. So Israel really has no right to exist. In fact, Israel should be “wiped off ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Lutheran

Finding Hope In The Midst Of A Pandemic

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jan 26, 2021

Hope is what people need right now, and hope is so hard to find apart from a relationship with Jesus Christ. John 14:6 reads, “Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.”

Finding Hope in the midst of a Pandemic “My hope is built on nothing less, Than Jesus’ blood and righteousness. I dare note trust the sweetest frame, but wholly lean on Jesus’ name. On Christ the solid rock I stand, all other ground is sinking sand.” Edward Mote (1797-1874) falls into the rare ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-2, Revelation 21:6-7, John 14:6

Denomination: Methodist

North, South, East And West Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 12, 2007

Just as the two Great Commandments are both vertical and horizontal, so spiritual growth comes predominantly from vertical and horizontal sources.

North, South, East and West (1 Thessalonians 5:23-28) Like an X and Y axis in Algebra, so spiritual growth comes from both vertical and horizontal directions. 1. God has a lot of work to do in our lives; for some of us, God has cleared away the biggest hurdles, but there are plenty of lesser ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:23-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Motives For Giving Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Apr 13, 2023

It is important for us not just to give to the Lord, but to give with the right motives. Jesus rebukes those who gave with the wrong motives, so we need to carefully consider our motives and how our motives align with God’s purposes and glorify God.

What motivates people to give? You could read about results of research on this topic about what part of giving is motivated by self interest and what part is motivated by serving others. Our interest here is not the human psychology side of giving motivation, but the biblical motivation. What do ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:7-9, 2 Corinthians 9:10-12, Luke 6:32-36, Matthew 6:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

Where You'll Find Grace

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Aug 26, 2002

Rediscover just how amazing God’s grace is in our lives as David demonstrates it for us.

Where You’ll Find Grace 2 Samuel 9 INTRO: 1. Mephibosheth would never forget that day. Word quickly spread through the countryside, “King Saul and Prince Jonathan are dead and David is now King.” At the house of Jonathan this not only brought grief but panic as well. In that day it was customary ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13, Genesis 6:6, Romans 4:4, Matthew 5:21-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Among Us: The First Christmas Gift PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 13, 2023

Explores the profound mystery of God's grace, its transformative power, and the challenge of living it out in our daily lives.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a beautiful day to gather together, to lift our hearts in praise, to seek His wisdom, and to immerse ourselves in the radiant light of His Word. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. God has a message for each one of us today. A message ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-18

Topics: Incarnation, Christmas Gift

Decide Daily How To Live Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Oct 26, 2009

Everyday we have a choice as Christians to live as God changed us (seated in the heavenly realms with Christ) or live like the way we used to as enemies of God.

This morning, we are to worship God with songs, prayer, His Word, our offerings, and with our fellowship. For Christians, to be in church on a Sunday morning is the thing to do; But, what about later today or tomorrow? How will we really live? We live our lives without really asking that question, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Blood Of The Covenant

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 30, 2014

To show that JESUS's blood sealed and confirmed the covenant of Grace.

I. EXORDIUM: Is this grace sealed and confirmed by the blood of the Lamb? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that JESUS's blood sealed and confirmed the covenant of Grace. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 9:20 (Amplified Bible) 9:20 Saying these words: This is the blood that seals ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Great Awakening Sermon V: Reshaking And Remaking Christians In The 21st Century Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Apr 29, 2020

In times of "doom and gloom", perhaps Christians need to be shook up to the extent that we refocus attention on being remade in the likeness of Jesus Christ so that we choose God's way of grace sufficient for every need.

RESHAKING AND REMAKING CHRISTIANS IN THE 21ST CENTURY It’s still fresh in my mind and most likely I have told it before but it’s always worth sharing: Granny Canup with her blue bonnet upon her head was our neighbor in Anderson, South Carolina. When I was nine ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:31-37

God's Provisions Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Nov 17, 2016

We have the Spirit of Christ. Fellowship with the Father by Jesus Christ. God's grace by the Son of God.

Introduction A. Last week I mentioned that Paul uses “Jesus” in combination with “Christ” and “Lord 6 times in this first chapter of 1 Corinthians 1. However, He also uses “Jesus” in combination with “Christ” 9 times in these first 10 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:4-9

Denomination: Baptist