Sermons on Works Of Mercy:

Are You Working Out Your Salvation?

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Oct 18, 2000

Philippians 2:12 Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling.

Philippians 2:12 Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling. Notice Paul didn’t say, work for your salvation, or toward your salvation, but work out your salvation. According to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12

Denomination: Baptist

Visible Faith

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Aug 19, 2024

People tend to think about faith as a private matter. James would argue otherwise for a visible faith.

As we’ve been studying the book of James - we have observed how he calls us to have a “spiritual wholeness” - a faith that runs throughout all that we are. A faith that is revealed in our character, exhibited in conflicts, and heard in our conversations. He calls us to… persevere amidst trials, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26, Proverbs 3:27, Romans 3:28, Deuteronomy 6:4, Hebrews 11:19, Ephesians 5:3, Romans 12:3-8, Malachi 3:10, Nehemiah 6:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

"When Prayer Is Not Working" Things To Check Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jul 18, 2005

Do you feel the heavens are brass and your prayers don’t get any higher than the ceiling? Here are some things that hinder our prayers. We need to check to see if they are causing us problems in getting answers.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches August 7, 2005 “When Prayer is Not Working--Some things to Check” Mark 11:22-26 INTRODUCTION: A father and his 10 year old son were looking at books one day at WalMart. His father said, “Here’s an interesting book,” ‘The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Prayer.’” The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:22-26

Denomination: Methodist

What Does Your Work Say

Contributed by James Thomas on Jan 11, 2008

Our work should be a testimony to our faith

What does your work say? House OF Judah October 6, 2007 Ezek 36:16-20 (Read out loud) Ezekiel was a prophet and a priest who was chosen by God to deliver God’s judgment and word to Israel. Ezekiel would deliver judgments to Israel because of the sinful nature Of Jerusalem at this time. Ezekiel ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

Working Your Faith (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Caleb Onwuka on Dec 9, 2014

You have the same kind of faith at work in God; you can act as Him and enjoy the results he would. Get busy with divine truths and experience the reality of the Kingdom today.

And Jesus answered "Have faith in God" (Mark 11:22) In the Greek Original translation, it was stated "Have the faith of God". The Greek word "theou" was used and it means "of God" and not "in God". The same Greek word was used in (Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:22-24

Denomination: *other

"god's Mercy Seat."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jul 16, 2022

God is beyond our comprehension as our limited three-pound brain cannot fathom his true nature. He has always existed and is the ultimate ruler of everything. Therefore, he does not rely on any created thing to sustain him, but everything that exists must depend on him for its continued existence.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Lamentations 3:22-23) (22) "It is of the LORD'S mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not." (23) "They are new every morning: great is thy ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8, Matthew 19:26, Isaiah 46:10, Romans 12:1, John 3:16, Lamentations 3:22-23, Hebrews 4:16, Ephesians 2:4-5, Micah 7:18-19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Accepts You As Gentiles, In Christ (So Don't Become Jewish Christians; Ephesians 2:1-10) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 23, 2022

What is faith? Also, "works" and "good works" are not the same thing. "Works" are works of the Mosaic covenant, specifically food laws, circumcision, holy days (inc. Sabbath).

Today's sermon is on Ephesians 2:1-10. But I want to start by reading all of chapter 2. We often make a mess of chapter 2, especially in verses 8-10, and the reason we make that mess is because we ignore Paul's larger argument. Paul is writing to Gentiles, explaining to them that they are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10, Ephesians 2:11-22, Galatians 2:11-16

All Things Work Together For Good

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Feb 14, 2022

This promise is for believers in Jesus Christ. In effect, Paul says that if you don’t LOVE God, you can’t claim this promise. If you don’t LOVE God, everything isn’t someday going to work out for “Good”.

Alba 2-13-2022 ALL THINGS WORK TOGETHER FOR GOOD Romans 8:28 In Robert J. Morgan’s book, The Promise, he tells the story of John Peterson. When John was a teenager he had a remarkable singing voice and was in high demand as a performer. His greatest ambition was to become a famous vocalist. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Doing Good Works This Holiday Season

Contributed by Arsenio Segismundo on Dec 10, 2021

Just because we are not saved according to our works doesn't mean that we shouldn't be concerned about pursuing a life of good works in full obedience to God's Word.

Topic: Doing Good Works This Holiday Season By Ptr Arsenio “Jack” Segismundo Text: Ephesians 2:8-9 “8 For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, 9 not of works, lest anyone should boast.” Introduction: Just because we are not saved according ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Christian Church

God's Grace Is For Us Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

God's grace is always working for our good, even in difficult circumstances. As recipients of God's grace, we are called to extend grace to others, forgive as we have been forgiven, and invite others into a grace-filled relationship with God.

Today, we're diving into the story of Joseph. You know, the guy with the colorful coat who got sold into slavery by his own brothers? Yeah, that guy. So, Joseph ends up in Egypt, and even though he's in a pretty rough spot, God's still with him. Fast forward a bit, and Joseph's brothers come to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:14-20, Joshua 1:9

Topics: Divine Mercy, Spiritual Growth, Redemption, Faith

Getting Busy Doing God's Work Series

Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Feb 15, 2008

What God expects the church to do with the resources He has entrusted to us.

Series: Stories from the Kingdom Text: Matthew 25:14-30 Title: “Get Busy Doing God’s Business” Introduction • This parable follows the one of the ten virgins; Jesus is pouring the idea into His disciples that His return was not as soon as they had believed. o We must understand at this point the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Baptist

A Work In Progress---The Biography Of A Christian

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jan 8, 2006

He, who predestined us to be conformed to the image of His Son, will one day bring it into fruition.

A WORK IN PROGRESS---THE BIOGRAPHY OF A CHRISTIAN “For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” Eph 2:10 NIV “I am sure of this, that He who started a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

How Redemption Works Through Righteousness

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

How Redemption Works Through Righteousness (Rom. 3:21-26)

How Redemption Works Through Righteousness (Rom. 3:21-26) Illustration:Faith is not merely your holding on to God--it is God holding on to you. He will not let you go! E. Stanley Jones. 1. Have you ever stopped to contemplate how redemption works through Christ’s righteousness? Redemption ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People?

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 17, 2023

Is it true that the good die young? When the good person dies young, God has a better purpose for that person. The wicked do not realize that God may extend their lives on earth as a means for them to repent.

When Bad Things Happen to Good People Isaiah 57:1-3 When I was young, I remember hearing a song by Billy Joel titled “Only the Good Die Young.” This song makes the statement that the Catholic girls “start much to late.” He is encouraging them to give up their virginity because “only the good die ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 57:1-3, 2 Peter 3:9, Hebrews 3:13, Hebrews 9:27, Matthew 5:7, Matthew 19:17, Romans 3:10-12, Psalm 116:15, Revelation 14:13, Romans 6:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Workings Of The Holy Spirit: Character And Gifts

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Mar 5, 2017

The Holy Spirit is vital in the life of a believer. This is a message on the Fruit of the Spirit and the Gifts of the Holy Spirit

The Workings of the Holy Spirit: Character and Gifts – March 5, 2017 When I was 16 years old, I had been living with serious depression for three years. I was using a lot of marijuana, which was only numbing the pain. It wasn't helping me make any progress in life. So I was pretty sad. At night ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1, 1 Corinthians 5:22-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational