Sermons on Unexpected Grace:

Excel In The Grace Of Giving

Contributed by Andy Moyle on Feb 13, 2016

Excel in the grace of giving as an overflow of God's grace to you

This morning I'm going to be poking the hornet's nest, touching the live rail and pouring lighter fuel on a lit Barbie. Living dangerously! Speaking about the biggest rival god to Jesus Christ in the UK. Not Islam, not New Age, not Paganism but Money, Money, Money. Don't touch that. Brits are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

Denomination: Charismatic

Prodigality, Love And Grace Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Mar 5, 2016

A few details of this beautiful parable that we may miss or take for granted because we think the story is so familiar.

The so-called parable of the prodigal son is one of the—if not the—most beautiful stories in the whole Bible. God, it is pointed out, is like the father in the story. The beauty and power of this story is made very clear in the description and actions of the father. One of the dangers ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Lutheran

"Growing In Grace Together”

Contributed by Austin Calder on Apr 21, 2020

Grace is a terribly misunderstood word and defining it sufficiently is very difficult. Some of the most detailed theology textbooks do not offer any concise definition of the term. Someone came up with this acronym: GRACE is God’s---Riches--- At---Christ’s---Expense.

That’s not a bad way to characterize grace. One of the best-known definitions of grace is only three words: God’s unmerited favor. A. W. Tozer expanded on that idea by saying, “Grace is the good pleasure of God that allows him to bestow benefits on the undeserving.” The key word in what have ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

Not Ashamed Of The Gospel Of Grace Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on May 25, 2019

In Romans, Paul writes of the Good News of Jesus and his deep awareness of his need for Jesus and gratitude for the gifts of God.

Not Ashamed of The Gospel of Grace Romans 5:1-11 Introduction Romans 1:16 For I am not ashamed of this Good News about Christ. It is the power of God at work, saving everyone who believes—the Jew first and also the Gentile. In Romans, Paul writes of the Good News of Jesus and his deep ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Am Grace

Contributed by Isaac Magsino on Mar 11, 2019

Understanding that our salvation is based on God's grace and not our own standards or works

Theme: “I AM GRACE” Text: Genesis 3: 1-21 Place: Community Church of Christ (Riverside Dalayap, Candaba, Pampanga) Date: April 19, 2019 Intro: Focus: Investigate the Condition of man and the Response of God I. Sin comes through progression (Genesis 3:1-3) ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Culture Of Living In Grace

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Mar 15, 2019

You have to put away old traditions, customs and laws that are not in conformity with the ways of love, mercy and grace that we are to accept and live by (renewing your mind to accept the teachings of grace, love and mercy as espoused by Jesus in the Gospels and the Apostles in the Epistles)

May the peace of the Lord be with you. *DAY 9 OF LENT* Our reflection for today is on the 8th Kingdom Culture from the parable below: *NEW WINE INTO OLD WINESKINS* Matthew 9:16-17 King James Version (KJV) 16 No man putteth a piece of new cloth unto an old garment, for that which is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:16-17

Denomination: Charismatic

The Marvelous Gift Of Grace

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 7, 2019

Following his declaration of man's depravity and the love of God to meet our desperate need, Paul reveals the means of our salvation. We are saved by grace through faith unto good works. Works do not produce salvation, but they will follow genuine salvation.

The Marvelous Gift of Grace Ephesians 2: 8-10 Over the past few weeks, we have considered the desperate situation of mankind. There is no doubt that we are all born in sin, separated from God and in danger of eternal condemnation because of sin. Thankfully, God understood man’s desperate need and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Grace And Mercy - Communion

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 2, 2020

A look at God's grace and mercy as we take communion

Grace and Mercy Communion Thoughts October 4, 2020 For the past months we’ve been talking about our purpose and how we can serve God and one another and find fulfillment in all that we do. And it’s really an important aspect of who we are in Christ. I believe we all want to be fulfilled and have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:22-25, Isaiah 53:3-7, Ephesians 2:4-5, John 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Grace Under Fire

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Sep 12, 2020

Sometimes speaking the truth will not be accepted, but many times we are called to Stand Up for God's Truth and don't understand how it will be used for God's Glory.

Grace Under Fire Acts 7:54-60 The Stoning of Stephen 54 When the members of the Sanhedrin heard this, they were furious and gnashed their teeth at him. 55 But Stephen, full of the Holy Spirit, looked up to heaven and saw the glory of God, and Jesus standing at the right hand of God. 56 “Look,” he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-25, Acts 7:54-60, Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Nazarene

Amos: Enduring Grace Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 14, 2013

God's warning is an act of grace, an act of love and a gift of hope. His desire is not to condemn but to save.

[Read Amos 7:7-17] Amos saw a vision – God standing by a wall that has been built true and straight. • He was also holding a plumb line in His hand, to confirm that the wall has been build true and straight. • If the wall is true, the plumb line will prove it. If it is not, then ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:7-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Treasuring God's Grace Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Oct 25, 2012

We live with the knowledge that we sin; we often assume we're getting away with it. In reality, we've just never been caught - or have we?

“Treasuring God’s Grace” 2 Sam. 11:26-12:14 The question on the job application read, “Have you ever been arrested?” The applicant printed the word “No” in the space. The next question was a follow-up to the first; it asked, “Why?” So this ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Grace At Work 4 Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Sep 9, 2012

In light of the gospel, how do we now live? Christianity where the rubber meets the road.

Dakota Community Church September 9, 2012 Grace at Work - 4 1. How we treat one another Four qualities are given as the correct treatment of each other here: Ephesians 4:2-3 Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. A.) Humility B.) Gentleness C.) ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Mennonite

Grace Teaches Us? Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 13, 2012

Grace teaches us to do what is good for the sake of the Kingdom of Heaven. We must devote ourselves to doing the good because of grace- doing good is all rooted in grace. It’s because of God’s kindness love and mercy that we even get the privilege to serv

Sermon: Grace Teaches us? Opening Illustration: Definitions of Grace from sermoncentral.com Scripture Text: Titus 2:11-3:11: 11For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men. 12It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Grace At Work 6 Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Sep 30, 2012

The diversity of the gifts of the Spirit is proof that God desires unity, not uniformity. How does that look in a marriage, a family, or a congregation? What about cessationism? Are the gifts still operating in the church today?

Dakota Community Church September 30, 2012 Grace at Work - 6 Ephesians 4:1-13 As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. 2 Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. 3 Make every effort to keep the unity ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-13

Denomination: Mennonite

Grace Is Not Cheap, But It Is Free"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 10, 2013

A sermon about faith, worship and Christian service.

"Grace is Not Cheap, but it is Free" Luke 17:11-19 In one Peanuts comic strip, Lucy who is in love with the piano-playing Schroeder is watching him play the piano--she's looking at him all google-eyed. Lucy asks Schroeder, "Do you know what love is?" Schroeder stops the music and says, "Love ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: United Methodist