Sermons on Unmerited:

"Being Christ To Our Community: It's About Falling In Love"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 10, 2018

A sermon about giving all to follow Jesus.

“Being Christ in Our Community: It’s About Falling in Love” Luke 18:18-27 In his book, “Don’t Waste Your Life,” John Piper writes: “I will tell you what a tragedy is. Consider a story from Reader’s Digest, which tells about a couple who ‘took early retirement from their jobs in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:18-27

Denomination: United Methodist

Disgrace To Grace

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Apr 5, 2018

The law is a system based on merit and work – What you do will determine what you get Grace is a system based on FAITH – What you believe will determine what you get John 1:17 says “For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus

Let me begin with a simple question – have you ever been in a situation where you were disgraced? St James says…“We all stumble in many ways. Anyone who is never at fault in what they say is perfect, able to keep their whole body in check. .......But no human being can tame the tongue. It is a ...read more

Scripture: John 8:2-15, Matthew 7:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love One Another

Contributed by David Mende on Apr 19, 2018

Do you find it difficult to love others? Then, you must read this sermon. This exposition on 1 John 4:7-12 emphasizes the obligation of mutual love among God's people. I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give brief feedback.

INTRODUCTION (SECURE ATTENTION) & BACKGROUND OF THE PASSAGE: PRAY before starting the sermon. ILLUSTRATION: {In his book, Prayer: Finding the Heart’s True Home, Richard Foster tells of an old sage who asked his disciples, “How can we know when the darkness is leaving and the dawn is coming?” ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Am A Finisher Like My Father

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Indrani Baboolal on Jun 2, 2023

We are given the Finisher's Anointing to complete all the missions, task and life journeys on earth, because we are children of God the Father, Jesus Christ and the Holy Ghost: Author and Finishers of our faith.

SCRIPTURE: Hebrews 12:1-2 New King James Version 12 Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the [a]author ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In The Midst Of The Lampstands Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jan 12, 2024

Instead of thinking of Revelation in terms of beasts, dragons and plagues, think of it in terms of Heavens perspective on history, Jesus’ sovereign control and ultimate triumph over evil.

January 13, 2024 Everyone is curious about the future. Economists, meteorologists, farmers, etc. use information from the past to forecast what will happen in the future so that the best choices can be made in the present. Christians are also very curious about the future, especially about ...read more

Scripture: John 14:29, Revelation 1:1-20, Daniel 7:9, Daniel 7:13-14, Daniel 10:5-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Grace As The Power And Ability Of God Operating Through The Believers. Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Jan 30, 2024

We need the power of God flowing and operating through us if we are going to achieve any real success in the Lord with whatever He will be calling us to do for Him in this life.

UNDERSTANDING THE GRACE OF GOD Topic; GRACE AS THE POWER AND ABILITY OF GOD OPERATING THROUGH THE BELIEVERS. Too many Christians are trying to reach all of their goals and aspirations operating out of their own strength. Instead of relying on God’s power and leadings to get them to where they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:33

Be The Church

Contributed by Francis Balla on Sep 20, 2017

We have many church shoppers and hoppers these days, who do not have full understanding of what church really is or perhaps they are looking for a perfect Church. Let me assure you, there are no perfect churches, because there are no perfect people.

BE THE CHURCH! Romans 12:3-13 Introduction: When I ask you what is a Church, you may answer in one or two ways: A church is a building where Christians go to worship. Or a group of committed believers of Christ, figuring out how best to live out their faith. When people come to church, they come ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:3-13

Denomination: Baptist

Who Wants..to Be A Millionaire?

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Oct 22, 2014

So many people miss out on all that God has for them because they are weighted down by the world and the drama of life..Some people almost feel guilty when they have been blessed, Now..who do you suppose would want to make you feel that way??

Who wants to be a Millionaire? Who hasn't ever thought about making a lot of money.. Or who hasn't ever wished they would hit the lotto.. When it was a couple of hundred million dollars? Even if your the most adamant against gambling.. Who hasn't thought about how they would spend the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Take Care Of The Seed?

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 3, 2014

To show that through perseverance and faith we can hold the WORD of GOD that protects us.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you guarding your heart with patience? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that through perseverance and faith we can hold the WORD of GOD that protects us. IV. TEXT: Luke 8:15 (Amplified Bible) 8:15 But as for that [seed] in the good soil, these are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

That The Grace Of God Be Not In Vain Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 10, 2014

Each one reconciled by Christ is to be involved in reconciling the world to God. But not all those in the church are. They have missed their ministry. According to our text, they have received the grace of God in vain.

2 CORINTHIANS [5:17-] 6: 1-2 [GAINING PERSPECTIVE Series] THAT THE GRACE OF GOD BE NOT IN VAIN [Luke 16:1-13] The first two verses in the sixth chapter carry on the instruction from chapter 5 concerning our calling and task as ambassadors. God has just finished a passionate plea that each ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

2 Cor. 1:21-22

Contributed by Rev. Randy Barker on Nov 22, 2014

2 cor. 1:21-22

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Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:21-22

Denomination: *other

Hoping In The Lord's Mercy

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 30, 2014

To show the difference in Old and New Testament, in Old, according to performance of the person, that's why it's lacking; in New Testament, it's according to Divine effort of the LORD JESUS CHRIST on the cross of calvary.

I. EXORDIUM: Is it according to your human effort or divine effort? Divine effort II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show the difference in Old and New Testament, in Old, according to performance of the person, that's why it's lacking; in New Testament, it's according to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Playing Favorites At Church" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Dec 22, 2015

Whether you realize it or not all of us have a list of certain people we like to be with and if were honest we have a list of people we don’t like to be with. There are desirable people and there are undesirable people.

“Playing Favorites at Church” James 2:1-12 Whether you realize it or not all of us have a list of certain people we like to be with and if were honest we have a list of people we don’t like to be with. There are desirable people and there are undesirable people. • Some of ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

A Greeting Of Grace Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Aug 31, 2016

Although Paul was imprisoned, he sought to encourage the church at Philippi. He urged them to focus on Christ and His grace. Like Paul, we need to encourage others while keeping our focus on the Lord. He must be central to all we do.

A Greeting of Grace Philippians 1: 1-2 Today as we begin to move through this precious epistle, verse by verse, I want to remind us of the context in which it was written. Paul is bound in a Roman prison, awaiting trial, facing accusations regarding his faith. He is no longer free to go and come ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

"Why Can't I Find Happiness" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Jul 3, 2017

There is a simple reason why most of us cannot find happiness.

THE PURSUIT OF REAL HAPPINESS “What can’t I find Happiness? Philippians 1:1-8 When I was in high school I was invited to a Bible study that took place in (of all places) a local cotton gin. The county I grew up in was a huge producer of cotton and still is. The Bible study took place inside the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist