Sermons about 2 Corinthians 8:3-8

How To Overflow In Rich Generosity

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Feb 20, 2007

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The way the churches in Macedonia responded to helping the Christians in Jerusalem is a guide for the living and giving of all Christians. Paul’s instruction to the Christians in Corinth can be our guide to “Overflowing in Rich Generosity.”

How to Overflow in Rich Generosity -Discover the Grace of Giving- II Corinthians 8:1-7 I want you to turn to the person sitting next to you and say one word, “Stewardship.” Ask each other what the first word is that comes to your mind. A steward is a “guardian,” “manager,” “provider,” II ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-7

Denomination: Free Methodist

Experience Grace Giving 2 Series

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Apr 17, 2007

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How to experience the grace of giving to the Lord.

One time a pastor preached to his congregation, “If we are going to serve God, we need to get down on our knees and crawl!” The church responded, “Yes, we will crawl, Pastor! We will crawl!” Then the pastor shouted, “Once we learn to crawl, it’s time to get up on our feet and walk!” The church ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

An Attitude Adjustment About Giving

Contributed by Chadrick Forrester on Jan 14, 2006

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This sermon was presented to teach the blessings of being a generous giver.

An Attitude Adjustment About Giving January 15, 2006 2 Corinthians 8:1-15 Intro: How do you view giving? Some view it as an obstacle, burden, punishment. (this is seen in how some get uncomfortable even when a preacher mentions it) Some of us need simply to change our attitude about giving. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Where Giving Begins

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Jan 17, 2006

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Part 1 of 3: Five lessons to learn from the Macedonian believers.

2 Corinthians 8:1-7 Where Giving Begins Woodlawn Baptist Church January 8, 2006 Introduction Today we are going to begin a three part series of messages about giving as it is taught by the apostle Paul in 2 Corinthians 8-9. January is a wonderful time of year as it brings in a new year with new ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Grace Giving Series

Contributed by W. Alderman on Jan 31, 2006

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This is a message taken from the author’s book entitled, "Christian Stewardship".

GRACE GIVING II Corinthians 8:1-15 INTRODUCTION: This portion of Scripture describes the grace giver. The grace giver gives with Christ Jesus in mind. Every gift that Christ Jesus has given us has been a gift of Grace. We deserve nothing any better. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

How To Get Rich

Contributed by Jim Cunningham on Feb 6, 2006

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A look at the blessings of generosity and receiving God’s grace.

2 Corinthians 8:1-9 – How to Get Rich This sermon may seem a bit out of sequence – a few weeks ago we looked at chapter 9, which was centered on giving money. And back then I told you that I realized that the #1 reason why folks say they don’t come to church is because the pastor talks about ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Godly Giving

Contributed by Winson Butler on Feb 21, 2006

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Worship and giving are kindred spirits that inspire God to move on our behalf. Paul shared this example through the Macedonian believers. Let’s examine it together.

Preached at Dinsmore Baptist Church 106500 Old Kings Road Jacksonville, FL 32219 (free audio tape upon request) Introduction How you think about money reveals how you think about life. Paul’s intructions to every believer was plain and simple through this faith formula. He says our giving is a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

How Much Does God Want? Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Sep 27, 2005

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God wants us to share our resources generously with those who need them and for us to give in a manner that demonstrates faith.

INTRO: “The church is always talking about money.” “the minister just wants my money.” “they don’t care about me – just that I give my offering.” Such things are often said about churches – and sometimes, unfortunately, it is true. I heard of a church recently that has a little mini-sermon EVERY ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Economics Of War

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Oct 10, 2005

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We are at war against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. To win a war it is necessary for all to sacrifice and focus effort and resources on winning the war.

Text 2 Corinthians 8: 1-5 And now, brothers, we want you to know about the grace that God has given the Macedonian churches. Out of the most severe trial, their overflowing joy and their extreme poverty welled up in rich generosity. For I testify that they gave as much as they were able, and even ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Givers Guidelines

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Sep 17, 2007

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Discover five principles about giving in this sermon taken from II Corinthians 8 & 9.

Today is the climactic day of our capital funds campaign. Some people would say a capital funds campaign is drudgery. For me it has been an exciting time! It is exciting to observe what God is doing in our church. It is exciting as anticipate how God will provide for needs. In order for us to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

An Example Of Grace-Oriented Giving Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 14, 2007

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In our series on guidelines for grace-oriented giving, we shall notice in this sermon an example of grace-oriented giving.

Scripture For the next few weeks I plan to take a break from my sermon series in Romans. I want to preach a four-week series of sermons titled “Guidelines for Grace-Oriented Giving” from 2 Corinthians 8:1-9:15. There are several reasons for talking about giving. First, I want to refresh our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Do You Really Want To Follow Jesus?

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 18, 2007

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We need to distinguish between needs and wants. Poverty can help us decide what we truly need; then we become eager to make happen what we truly want. Our relationship to God determines our priorities. Montgomery Hills Baptist Church

Some things I need, it is true. But many of the things I think I need I do not truly need. I only want them, but persuade myself I need them. They are not needs; they are wants. And, deeper than that, many of the things I think I want I do not truly want. I just hope they will make me feel ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Grace Of Giving: Understanding God Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Mar 5, 2007

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Just as a lot can be told about an individual’s priorities by what and how they give, so a lot can be told about God but what and how He gives.

Understanding God: Motivations and Money 2 Corinthians 8:1-9 Part 1 of the series: The Grace of Giving: God-Given Principles for Understanding Your Money (2 Corinthians 8-9) 1And now, brothers, we want you to know about the grace that God has given the Macedonian churches. 2Out of the most severe ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-9

Denomination: Nazarene

The Joy Of Giving Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 22, 2007

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When God builds a Church, it is marked by joyful giving

INTRODUCTION  START WITH VIDEO SLIDE  SLIDE #1  Comedian Flip Wilson told a story about a preacher and his church. A preacher was trying to get his people to be more enthusiastic about their church. The preacher said in his sermon: "If this church is going to get anywhere, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Econ 101

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jul 1, 2006

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The incentive to share our resources has little to do with monetary return; however, ther are obvious personal benenfits.

Title: Econ 101 Text: II Corinthians 8:7-15 Thesis: The economic incentive to share of our resources has little to do with monetary return; however, there are obvious personal benefits. Steven Levitt argues, in his book Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Looks at the Hidden Side of Everything, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:7-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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