Sermons on Works Of Mercy:

Don't Lose Heart Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 20, 2019

Not every day in the Christian life is exciting. Some days are discouraging and downright difficult. Don’t lose heart.

DON’T LOSE HEART II CORINTHIANS 4:1-18 INTRODUCTION: Some days are diamonds. Some days are stones. Not every day in the Christian life is exciting. Some days are discouraging and downright difficult. Don’t lose heart. Note in v.1 Paul’s “therefore”. He’s drawing a conclusion about his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

A Close Encounter With A Loving God

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Apr 25, 2017

Gods mercy and grace are wondeful

A Close Encounter with a Loving God Intro: As the great white hunter stalks his prey thru the sultry jungle of Africa, the prey is running for his life; but to no avail because nothing escapes the skills of the great white hunter. The prey is trembling with fear as the hunter closes in. Can you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Good Times Ahead Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 6, 2016

The prophet calls the people to return to a merciful God and promises and outpouring of the Holy Spirit.

Introduction Advent is the season of preparation. Most of us are decorating Christmas trees and putting up angels, nativity scenes, snowmen and Santas , baking Christmas cookies and planning or attending Christmas parties. It is a busy time of year--so busy that we might forget we need to do more ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:12-29

Denomination: Lutheran

Run For Your Life

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 25, 2018

A study in the book of Genesis 19: 1 – 38

Genesis 19: 1 – 38 Run for your life 19 Now the two angels came to Sodom in the evening, and Lot was sitting in the gate of Sodom. When Lot saw them, he rose to meet them, and he bowed himself with his face toward the ground. 2 And he said, “Here now, my lords, please turn in to your servant’s ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Forgiveness

Contributed by Chuck Humbert on Mar 1, 2016

Forgiveness as evidenced by David

FORGIVENESS * INTRODUCTION A. There was once a young man. He came from a good military family. He aspired to be a good soldier himself. After getting the opportunity to serve, his career elevated quickly. His commanding officer thought highly of him. But as the success of the young man ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Life Principles From 7 Great Scriptures Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 12, 2019

A personal relationship with my very own Shepherd.

“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want” (v. 1). 1. My relationship is personal, “my shepherd.” 2. My relationship is continuous now. Not “was” or “shall be.” 3. Not (Elohim) Creator God, i.e., my strength nor (Adonai) Master, to be obeyed. But He is the great “I Am,” the covenant keeping ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Living Hope PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 7, 2024

Explores God's boundless mercy, the living hope we receive through Christ's resurrection, and our role as recipients and channels of this abundant mercy.

Good morning, dear family in Christ. It's a joy to be gathered here today, united by a love that transcends the boundaries of time and space, a love that binds us together in the body of Christ. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment, to be nourished by the Word of God, to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3

Topics: God's Mercy

Knowing God - #3 - God's Compassion, Mercy, And Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 5, 2001

Fourth in a series about God’s attributes and how to reflect them to others.

KNOWING GOD - #3 God’s Compassion, Mercy, and Forgiveness Matthew 18:21-35 Introduction We are continuing our series on the attributes or character qualities of God. Today we are going to talk about God’s compassion, mercy, and forgiveness. It has come to my attention this past week, as Debra ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Lesson 10 (23rd Psalm): Goodness And Mercy*

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 18, 2002

Once you belong to the shepherd, goodness and mercy will pursue you for the rest of your life.

Psalm 23 Series By Elmer Towns Lesson 10: Goodness and Mercy A. WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN? 1. Stopped following. “He leadeth me.” 2. Straying. “Yea though I walk through the valley.” 3. Death shadows. “The valley of the shadow of death.” 4. Protected. “I will fear no evil, for Thou art ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson #8: To Become A Merciful And Faithful High Priest Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 30, 2019

The element of solidarity: the champion emerges out of the people; he can represent them only because he is one of them. Similarly, the high priest is chosen from among the people; he can represent them effectively only because He enjoys solidarity with the people.

6/17/19 Tom Lowe Lesson #8: TO BECOME A MERCIFUL AND FAITHFUL HIGH PRIEST (HEBREWS 2:17-18) Scripture: Hebrews 2:17-18 (NIV) 17 For this reason he had to be made like them, fully human in every way, in order that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God, and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Second Sunday Of Easter (Or Sunday Of Divine Mercy)

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Mar 16, 2023

Prophecy: Jesus told St. Faustina that this Feast of Mercy would be a very special day when “all the divine floodgates through which graces flow are opened”. (Diary 699)

At the entrance to Jerusalem's church of all nations, next to the Garden of Gethsemane, there is a sign warning every visitor: "NO EXPLANATIONS INSIDE THE CHURCH." The sign is intended to discourage over-talkative tour guides but it's also what Jesus practiced after his ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Catholic

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

Living It Out Series

Contributed by Tim Diack on Sep 7, 2011

What exactly is mercy? How does it look in our lives? How do we express it towards others? Why is it that the merciful will be blessed?

Living it Out - Matthew 5:7 - August 21, 2011 Series: Kingdom Life – A World Turned Upside Down #5 As we get started together this morning I’ll ask you to take your Bibles and turn with me, please, to the Gospel of Matthew. We’ll be reading Matthew 5:7 as we continue our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: *other

Exodus - Part 13 - Wrap Up- " I Don't Get It Big Dan" Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Jun 12, 2016

Part 13 wrap up- recap of our Exodus series a hard look at forgiveness

Exodus – “The Story of God’s presence” Part 13 wrap up “I don’t get it Big Dan’ Exodus 32 Ya’ll know I love movies and you also know I really like the movie “Oh Brother where art thou” I have used quotes and stories from this movie ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God's Favor To Face Life's Pressures Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jan 11, 2015

What do we do when God works differently than we expect or understand? Find out in this sermon from the book of Daniel.

Intro: What do we do when God works differently than we expect or understand? Everything that we see in the book of Daniel is Daniel trusting God when life doesn’t make sense. Being carried off to captivity 900 miles from where he was born and raised. Placed in a foreign country and ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:9

Denomination: Baptist