Sermons on Merit: showing 16-30 of 5,085

What Jesus Said About God's Mercy Series

Contributed by Michael Wiley on Jan 28, 2009

Grace comes from God, not by Merit, but by Mercy. In God’s Kingdom the last will be first and the first will be last.

“Jesus Said” What Jesus said about the Father “His Mercy” Michael Wiley January 25, 2009 Matthew 20:1-16 Introduction: We hear about all the problems in the business world these days. Wall-Street, the bank loan crises. The auto industry etc… We hear about “big business.” But, we don’t hear a lot ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dead Religion Or New Life? Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 27, 2005

The riches of a relationship with the true God through faith in Christ alone cannot compare to the bankruptcy of merit religion.

Dead Religion or New Life? (Philippians 3:1-3) INTRO 1. Many of you know that I love the music of the 20’s and 30’s and old time radio from the 30’s, 40’s, and 50’s. 2. Because of MP3 formatting of discs, I have discs with over 100 shows on them…all available Jack Benny programs (the greatest radio ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Three Important Days

Contributed by Steven Cook on Feb 12, 2003

This sermon takes a look at 3 important days mentioned in the Word of God. Each of these days merit our attention.

“3 Important Days” Hebrews 3:7-19 Dr. Steven G. Cook I. Introduction A. Read Text – Hebrews 3:7-19 B. There are 3 uses of the word “DAY” in the Word of God: 1. 24-hour period of time (Gen. 1:5,8,13,19,23,31) 2. Portion of a 24-hour period of time (Gen. 1:5) 3. Indefinite period of time (John ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:7-19

Denomination: Baptist

Crucified With Christ Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Jul 9, 2009

The Bible makes clear that it is not what we do that gives us merit, it is what we are because of the blood of Jesus.

If you are like me, sometime in your life you have received a letter from some place you did not expect and you wondered, “What in the world is this?” A couple of years ago, we received a letter from city Code Enforcement. All kinds of questions went through our heads. What had we done? Is ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:15-21

Denomination: Brethren

Grace And Identity Series

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Mar 22, 2011

Other than our faith, there is nothing we can appeal to in an effort to merit God’s favor.

Grace And Identity Romans 2:25-3:8 I. Paul Defines A True Jew A. Did the Jews have special privileges others did not have? Do they now? Where does the modern day Christian fall in this scheme? 1. The Jews did have special privileges. 2. God gave his Law to them; he called them as his special ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Rewards That Keep On Giving! Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 7, 2018

Some of our rewards are represented by crowns. Whether victors’ garlands or signs of authority — or both— they merit further examination.

Rewards That Keep on Giving! (see note at bottom of page first to suggest that diadems are a sub-category of the broader word garland, which includes but is not limited to a victor's wreath but can be used of royal privilege as well). 1. “More than 40,000 people have claimed 078-05-1120 as their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-26, 1 Thessalonians 2:19-20, 1 Peter 5:1-4, 2 Timothy 4:6-8, Revelation 4:10-11, Matthew 20:20-28, 1 Corinthians 15:40-42  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

To Pray Well, Obey Well

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jan 13, 2002

If we do not merit God’s blessings, then how is it that those who are obedient are more likely to see their prayers answered?

This morning, we continue our series of messages on prayer. I’ve chosen this topic to begin the year because of its great importance. Prayer is absolutely foundational to the Christian life. It’s basic to our identity as Christians. Prayer is a necessary practice for anyone who wants to know and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

One Thing Lacked Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Mar 6, 2008

Exposition of Mark 10:17-31 about the demands of the gospel upon life and our inability to merit eternal life

Text: Mark 10:17-31, Title: The One Thing Lacked, Date/Place: NRBC, 3/9/08, PM A. Opening illustration: Talk about the “one thing” in the movie City Slickers, “The call to follow Jesus does not constitute an additional obligation in life, but rather judges, replaces, and subordinates all ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: Baptist

Chosen To Go Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 22, 2008

Jesus hand selected a small group of men to be sent out. These men were not chosen based on merit, experience or skill.

Chosen to Go Mark 3:13-19 Mark 3:13 (HCSB) Then He went up the mountain and summoned those He wanted, and they came to Him. By Invitation Only * Jesus summoned those He wanted * Not based on ability * Not based on favor * Not based on merit * Greater intimacy * The crowd was not invited ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:13-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What The 5 Anointing Spices Teach Us Of Jesus

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Sep 11, 2012

The high priest was anointed with 5 principal spices, each of these teach us something about the suffering's and merits won by Jesus.

What the 5 Anointing Spices Teach us of Jesus Exodus 30:23-25 "Take thou also unto thee principal spices, of pure myrrh five hundred [shekels], and of sweet cinnamon half so much, [even] two hundred and fifty [shekels], and of sweet calamus two hundred and fifty [shekels], And of cassia five ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 30:23-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Mammon Of Unrighteousness—his Eternal Flesh And Blood Oblation” Series

Contributed by Frederick Davison on Aug 17, 2003

The Mammon of Unrighteousness is not your works or ways, your merits or deeds, but the Eternal Flesh and Blood Oblation of our Dear Lord Jesus

“Mammon of Unrighteousness—His Eternal Flesh and Blood Oblation” 2 Samuel 22.26-34; 1 Corinthians 10.6-13; St Luke 16.1-9; Psalm 54; TLH 366 the Sunday Sermon preached for the Ninth Sunday after Trinity at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church—UAC by the Rev. Frederick E. Davison, Pastor August 17, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Unconditional Grace Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 22, 2001

God’s grace is dependent on what Christ did for us, and not on what we do. It is given without respect to merit, worh, or accomplishment.

This morning, we begin a three-week series of messages on the topic of "grace". Over these next three Sundays, we will be focusing our attention on this one single doctrine, because a correct understanding of God’s grace is at the center of our faith. It is absolutely foundational. A clear, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

Recognising God's Provision Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 12, 2015

God foresees our needs. He provides for our needs, ahead of time, even before we see them. God provides by grace, not merit.

I want to share from both Chapter 20 and 21 today. Both chapters record God’s specific instructions given to Moses, and now for Joshua to follow through. • God made specific provisions for two particular needs. • Josh 20 – to designate 6 cities as cities of refuge, for ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 20:1-6, Joshua 21:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Membership Is Not An Option

Contributed by Jim Twamley on Apr 2, 2003

“Lost people” have done a cost-benefits analysis and have determined that they do not get enough positive benefits from church participation to merit their continued involvement.

MEMBERSHIP IS NOT AN OPTION Why do some people who have grown up in the church or having started out so well after being saved as adults run aground or drift away from the Lord? What lures them away? What compels them to leave the church? And why is it the Church in America is having difficulty ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-16, Exodus 28:15-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

They Presented Gifts To Him

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Dec 10, 2005

The three different kinds of gifts have been suggested as representing various truths about the Lord Jesus. Every suggestion has it own special merit and message.

THEY PRESENTED GIFTS TO HIM "Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, 2 saying, "Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we have seen His star in the East and have come to worship Him." 3 When Herod ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist