Sermons on Abrahams Giving:

Giving

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 2, 2022

One of the greatest secrets of the universe is in Jesus’ words, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’ (Acts 20:35) Do we give extravagantly to God or our leftovers? Let’s look at Mary’s anointing of Jesus in John 12:1-8.

One of the greatest secrets of the universe is in Jesus’ words, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’ (Acts 20:35) Do we give extravagantly to God or our leftovers? Let’s look at Mary’s anointing of Jesus in John 12:1-8. “Then, six days before the Passover, Jesus came to Bethany, where ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Giving

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Apr 14, 2022

Jesus teaches us a strange math, that when we give to others, we gain more back than we gave.

It was a very long time ago that I learned the basic math facts in school. If I have two hymnals, and I can find people to give me two more hymnals, how many hymnals will I have? Four. I came out ahead. And now that I have four hymnals, if I give one away, how many will I have? Only 3. I’ve ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37-42

Giving Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 12, 2014

A sermon on giving

Why Give? Matthew 6:19-24 Bob Doyle tells the story of overhearing a father and daughter in their last moments together at the airport. They had announced the departure. Standing near the security gate, they hugged and the Father said, 'I love you, and I wish you enough.' The daughter replied, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Methodist

Giving Series

Contributed by Christina Milanderb on Mar 9, 2023

2 Corinthians 8:14 "But by an equality, that now at this time your abundance may be a supply for their want, that their abundance also may be a supply for your want: that there may be equality:"

At the time I read this scripture I wasn't much of a giver but The Holy Spirit through this scripture showed me being part of the Body of Christ, I had to give what the Lord has blessed me with to "equalise" where another believer lacked. Paul said we bring equality to the Body of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:14, 1 Timothy 6:17-19, 2 Corinthians 9:6-8, Psalm 24:1, Matthew 10:8  (view more)  (view less)

Giving Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Aug 19, 2020

The test, treasure and truth of giving

GIVING I heard the story of a young man who was hired as a switchman on the tracks. As part of his training a supervisor took him to the area of the track that he would be working. The supervisor asked him if he understood the switch and knew how it worked and he assured him that he did. Then ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:38

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Giving

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 10, 2015

GIVING

MALACHI 3:7-12 A man had a heart attack and was rushed to the hospital. a rich uncle died and left him a million dollars. The preacher asked the patient what he would do if he inherited a million dollars. “I think I would give half of it to the church.” ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:7-12

Denomination: Holiness

Giving PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

Explore the biblical concept of giving, emphasizing that God blesses us not to increase our standard of living, but to enhance our standard of giving.

Good morning, Church Family! Today, we are diving into the rich and profound message of giving as illustrated in the book of Exodus. This theme is beautifully captured in the words of Randy Alcorn, "God prospers us not to raise our standard of living, but to raise our standard of giving." Let that ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 35:20-29

Topics: Give, Freely

Giving PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 11, 2023

This sermon encourages us to embrace generosity, trust in God's promise of heavenly blessings, and seek spiritual growth through giving.

Good morning, dear church family. We gather today under the sheltering love of our Heavenly Father, and in the redeeming grace of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Together, we will turn the pages of the Holy Scriptures and let the wisdom of our Lord illuminate our hearts and minds. Our focus today is ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:10

Topics: Giving

Giving PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 9, 2024

Explores our relationship with possessions, urging us to prioritize heavenly treasures over earthly ones and to guard against materialism.

Good morning, dear friends. We gather here today in the presence of our Lord, not just to share in fellowship, but to open our hearts and minds to the wisdom and guidance that His word provides. Today, we turn our attention to a topic that touches each of our lives in profound ways: our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Topics: Giving

The What Of Cheerful Giving Series

Contributed by Jay Tigner on Nov 14, 2013

Honoring God with our wealth

SERIES RECAP. This is week 3 of our series on giving and just by way of recap it is good to remember where we have been so we will know where we are and anticipate where we are going with this series. • Wealth can…KEEP SOME OUT OF HEAVEN, STEAL OUR AFFECTIONS, STEAL OUR WORSHIP, and ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 27:30-32

Denomination: Baptist

Abraham: When It Was Time For Some To Leave Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jan 27, 2021

Isaac, the son of Abraham and Sarah in their old age, was finally born! Sometime later, Abraham prepared a great feast to celebrate a milestone in Isaac's life. Something happened, and some found they had to leave. For good.

Introduction: Abraham must have dearly loved Ishmael, his first-born son. Abraham had watched Ishmael grow to young manhood, even making sure he was circumcised along with Abraham and every male in the household. But now, something was about to happen, and Ishmael along with Hagar, his mother, were ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Everybody Needs Somebody

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 23, 2018

Eliezer

EVERYBODY NEEDS SOMEBODY (GENESIS 24:1-27) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_en Grammar Bible (English) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_Bah Tatabahasa Alkitab (Indonesian) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_Esp Biblia de Gramática (Spanish) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_Tag Gramatika Bibliya ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Faith Made Abraham A Friend Of God Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 27, 2023

God gives us trials and our obedience makes us stronger. Satan gives us temptations, and our disobedience. Abraham’s faith obedience is his shining example of devotion to God

“By obedient faith, Abraham offered his only son Isaac as a sacrifice to God, who was testing him. God had promised Abraham that through his seed his descendants would be counted and would bless the world. Abraham reasoned that if Isaac died, God ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:17-19, John 15:14

Denomination: Baptist

Giving Like God Gives Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 16, 2007

God has given us Himself in Christ. As Christians, we are called to offer ourselves. We are to be a gift to God and a gift for others.

We are catching into this spirit of giving at Christmas - the world says it’s the season of giving. • And it means of buying too, because without buying there won’t be any giving. • You see that all around you. When I opened my mailbox a few days ago after my trip, it was jam-packed with mails. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

On The Mountain Of Absolute Surrender Series

Contributed by Rule Digal on Aug 12, 2008

God has called each of us to absolute surrender of ourselves to Him.

Theme: ON THE MOUNTAIN OF ABSOLUTE SURRENDER Text: Genesis 22: 1-14 Introduction A. Our passage this morning is one of the most preached portions of the Bible. Usually, this story was used as a picture of God giving His darling Son to die for the sin of mankind. God is revealed here as the “God of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational