Sermons on when do you need mercy:

Where Do You Turn - Marriage Series

Contributed by Jamey Stuart on May 15, 2008

I talk about the basics of overcoming broken marriages using God’s perscription.

Introduction: Perspective is a powerful word in marriage. That’s what that drama is all about – they couldn’t get perspective because they were too consumed with themselves – they were too concerned about their issues or their side of the story to even have a clue about what was going on in the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:22-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Do You Stand ?

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Aug 28, 2013

We need to know how we stand with God.

WHERE DO YOU STAND Psalms 1: Psalms 1 Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. 2 But his delight is in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

What To Do When You Are Running On Fumes

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Aug 29, 2021

My wife as soon as her gas tank hits half a tank, she says it’s time to get gas but me on the other hand will drive my truck till I nearly run out of gas. Being tired and weary is a physical symptom that indicates the body needs rest and refreshment.

What to do when you are running on fumes! By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - My wife as soon as her gas tank hits half a tank, she says it’s time to get gas but me on the other hand will drive my truck till I nearly run out of gas. My gas gage will say empty, but I have on my dash an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1, John 4:6-8, 1 Samuel 7:15-17, 1 Samuel 8:6, 1 Samuel 10:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Apostolic

When You Fast Do Not Advertise

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Vivek Gundimi on Mar 17, 2019

Generally speaking, Fasting is about going without food in order to spend time in prayer with God and meditate on God’s Word – this is noble but difficult.

When you Fast – Do not Advertise Introduction: Generally speaking, Fasting is about going without food in order to spend time in prayer with God and meditate on God’s Word – this is noble but difficult. (But Fasting is not hunger strike). In the passage that was read to us… we find that Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1, Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Methodist

What To Do When You Are Surrounded Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Oct 1, 2012

Are there times in your life when you feel penned in on every side and there is no where to turn for relief? Do you ever cry yourself to sleep only to wake up early? If so, then these psalms are for your comfort and hope.

Many think that Psalm 3 and 4 go together. Psalm 3 was to be sung in the morning and Psalm 4 in the evening. If this is true, then the situations are likely the same—David’s fleeing from his son, Absalom, who was trying to take over the kingship of Israel and kill his own ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Merciful, Merciful And Gracious Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 30, 2025

We confess our sins with true repentance and determination not to sin again, and we are forgiven. Freely. That is God’s self-definition. He needs nothing from us, no. His love for us is constantly being thrown back in His Holy Face by us sinners, but He keeps summoning us to be loved.

Fifth Sunday of Lent 2025 On this Fifth Sunday of Lent, which some of us grew up knowing as “Passion Sunday” or the first Sunday of the Passion, the Church is getting really serious about the identity and mission of Jesus as Christ/Messiah. Isaiah speaks for God, declaring “Remember not the former ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 22:24, Isaiah 43:16-21, Psalm 126:1-6, Philippians 3:8-14, John 8:1-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

What To Do When... You Are Confused Series

Contributed by Brian Moon on Aug 8, 2002

Life is an ever changing mix of good times, and bad times, and in the mix we take our focus off of God. This series will show you how to keep your eyes focused on God no matter what is going on.

What to Do When… part 1 “When you are confused” Story – when I was little I had a bad habit of sleep walking. One night I guess I got really confused and I walked into our spare bedroom and thought it was the bathroom… this might not have been a big deal accept I was having a dream that I was ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7, Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Who Do You Want Praying For You?

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 10, 2023

This message is about the power of prayer and the criteria we should use when considering who we should have praying for us in our times of need and if we meet that same criteria when praying for others in their times of need.

Who Do You Want Praying For You? Scripture: Mark 11:22-24; James 5:13-16; Proverbs 18:21 The title of my message this morning is “Who Do You Want Praying For You?” Now before I give you any context whatsoever, I want to ask you a question: “If you were in need of prayer, who would you go to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:22-24, James 5:13-16, Proverbs 18:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Most Christians Do Not Know Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 16, 2025

This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. This message discusses what many Christians do not understand about their relationship with Christ.

What Most Christians Do Not Know (Rev. Barry Johnson and Rev. Rodney Johnson) NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7, 2 Corinthians 12:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Do You Trust?

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 25, 2001

Even in times when life doesn’t make sense we need to place our trust in God!

Who Do You Trust? Selected Passages September 23, 2001 Introduction In May 1995, Randy Reid, a 34-year-old construction worker, was welding on top of a nearly completed water tower outside Chicago. According to writer Melissa Ramsdell, Reid unhooked his safety gear to reach for some pipes when a ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1, Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Church Of God

What To Do When You Are Exhausted

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012

A sermon to encourage those who are in the throes of spiritual duress and fatigue.

Luke 10:29-37 KJV But he, willing to justify himself, said unto Jesus, And who is my neighbour? [30] And Jesus answering said, A certain man went down from Jerusalem to Jericho, and fell among thieves, which stripped him of his raiment, and wounded him, and departed, leaving him half dead. [31] ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:29-37

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Find Courage When You Need It Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 10, 2009

Courage is God’s power working through committed people in challenging circumstances.

Title: How to Find Courage When You Need It Text: Esther 4:11-14, 15-17 and 7:3-6 Thesis: Courage is God’s power working through committed people in challenging circumstances. The Bible in 90 Days Whole Church Challenge It feels like we are literally leaping through the bible in our goal of ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

That's When You Need Him Most

Contributed by C. Scott Ghan on Oct 18, 2000

TEXT: John 6:66-69 "From this time many of his disciples turned back and no longer followed him.

TEXT: John 6:66-69 "From this time many of his disciples turned back and no longer followed him. {67} "You do not want to leave too, do you?" Jesus asked the Twelve. {68} Simon Peter answered him, "Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life. {69} We believe and know that you are ...read more

Scripture: John 6:66-69

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Is God When You Need God?

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 11, 2005

There are many times in life when we feel alone and separated from God. The Scriptures, however, assure of of God’s constant presence and steadfast love.

Psalm 22:1-5, 19-26 “Where Is God When We Need God?” INTRODUCTION One of the qualities of God with which humankind has always struggled is God’s hiddenness. God has certainly revealed himself in the person of Jesus Christ. God’s love, forgiveness, and God’s desire to have a relationship with ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-36

Denomination: Lutheran

What To Do When Someone Sins Against You

Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 25, 2007

This was written as a Wednesday night Bible study where I was dealing with some hot topics that I felt our church needed to address. All of us need help forgiving others and dealing with difficult people. This message speaks to that topic.

“What to Do When Someone Sins Against You” Matthew 18:15-17 David Henderson, Pastor/Teacher One Sunday morning a wife tried to wake her husband up for church. He kept his eyes closed and said, “I don’t want to go to church; they don’t like me there.” She tried again, this time pleading with him to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: Baptist