Sermons on Belonging:

The Meaning Of Stewardship

Contributed by Craig Benner on Nov 22, 2017

The steward is not the owner; he is the one responsible for the well being of all that belongs to the Master.

STEWARDSHIP ------THE SACRIFICE OF GIVING A steward is one who is responsible for handling the property of another. 1Co 4:2 Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful. 1Pe 4:10 As every man hath received the gift, even so minister the same one to another, as good stewards ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fasting To Know And Worship God Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2021

Worship is giving the “worthship” to God that belongs to Him only (old Scottish term).

A. INTRODUCTION: WHAT IS WORSHIP? 1. Worship is giving the “worthship” to God that belongs to Him only (old Scottish term). 2. Definition: “Worship is a face-to-face encounter with the living God based on a regeneration experience, prompted by the Holy Spirit, and resulting in the exaltation of ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23, Galatians 2:20, John 3:30

Denomination: Baptist

Yours Is The Kingdom Of Heaven - Matthew 5:3b Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 3, 2024

This message explores what the kingdom of God is, and what it means that it belongs to you.

Matthew 5:1-12 Now when he saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, 2 and he began to teach them, saying: 3 "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5 Blessed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3

A Thankful Giving

Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025

Today’s scripture reading is a parable about belonging and membership in the Kingdom of Heaven.

“A Thankful Giving” “For the kingdom of heaven is like a landowner who went out early in the morning to hire workers for his vineyard. 2 He agreed to pay them a denarius[a] for the day and sent them into his vineyard. 3 “About nine in the morning he went out and saw others standing in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Have Confidence Before God

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jul 19, 2023

We belong to the Truth. We remain in the Truth. This is our confidence before the Lord.

“WE HAVE CONFIDENCE BEFORE GOD” (Outline) May 14, 2023 – Easter 6 – 1 JOHN 3:19-24 INTRO.: Have you ever trusted the wrong person? Or thing? Probably. In doing so, we learn that nothing good comes from misplaced confidence. We also learn that the Lord God of Armies never, ever lets us down. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:19-24

Denomination: Lutheran

We All Want Retribution

Contributed by Johnny Bley on Sep 13, 2001

We all want retribution for what has happened in NY, but vengeance belongs God.

We All Want Retribution Deuteronomy 32:1-43 Unless you have been hiding under that proverbial rock, you are aware of the terrorists attacks on Washington and New York. The images of the planes flying into the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center are forever burned into our minds. It is ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:1-43

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is Going To Go Looking?

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 28, 2001

This sermon is a sermon dealing with our responsibility to reach others for Christ. Everyone belongs to God.

Because We Love And We Care: Who Is Going To Go Looking? 9/17/2000 Psalm 24:1-6, Luke 15:1-10 Suppose for a moment that you were at a bus stop, and a friend came by and gave you a small bag and said, "I no longer need this, it’s yours." You take the bag and get on the bus. When you get ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-6, Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Talk To The Hand Series

Contributed by John Knight on Apr 14, 2003

Fourth in series. As members of the body of Christ we have a uniqueness, union, worth, and belonging.

"In Christ" "Talk To The Hand" I Corinthians 12:12-27 Individualism Examples/illustrations "What you want is what you get" "Your way, right away [at BurgerKing]" Mitsubishi "You deserve it" Supremacy of the "id" Reality TV Survivor The Weakest Link Big Brother "? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Holiness

Welcome To The Family

Contributed by James May on Sep 12, 2004

What does it take, and what does it mean to belong to a Family, especially the Family of God?

WELCOME TO THE FAMILY by Pastor James May The greatest institution that God gave to man is the family unit. The family is where we are trained, taught, and learn to know that we belong. Every member of the family, whether there are a few, or many, develops a sense of belonging that gives them a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

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

Dealing With Management – A Christian Challenge In The Work Place

Contributed by Robert Sickler on Nov 19, 2011

As a Christian we belong to Jesus and how we act in the work place is a reflection on Him.

DEALING WITH MANAGEMENT – A CHRISTIAN CHALLENGE IN THE WORK PLACE ILLUSTRATION In the careless fashion of a young boy, while holding my nose, I asked the old man why in heck he put the cat’s litter box in the kitchen. He immediately straightened his 200 pound, six-foot two-inch frame ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-2

Denomination: Christian Church

Don’t Steal

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 19, 2012

Stealing doesn’t always mean taking someTHING that does not belong to you.

Don’t Steal October 7, 2007 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Stealing doesn’t always mean taking someTHING that does not belong to you. Focus Passage: Exodus 20:15 Supplemental Passage: Luke 10:30-31 I. Attitude towards others: The Good ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:15

Denomination: Baptist

Victory Over Enemies Series

Contributed by Pastor Dr. Tim Awotide on Nov 17, 2014

The reason He can do the impossible is because power, real power belongs to Him

VICTORY OVER ENEMIES He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust. (‭Psalms‬ ‭91‬:‭1-2‬ KJV). SERMON The first thing ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Kingdom Is Not Of This World But Of God

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Mar 13, 2018

We don't belong to the earth or the world but to God and His holy child Jesus

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: OUR KINGDOM IS NOT OF THIS WORLD BUT OF GOD John 18:33-36King James Version (KJV) 33 Then Pilate entered into the judgment hall again, and called Jesus, and said unto him, Art thou the King of the Jews? 34 Jesus answered him, Sayest thou this thing ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-36

Denomination: Charismatic

What About My Pain? Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 25, 2018

Now that I belong to Jesus, what do I do about my pain?

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • What now? I belong to Jesus and what now? Life is good, no problems, healthy, wealthy, and living large for Jesus, RIGHT? ? • Well, the good news is that with Jesus, life is good, but life is not always easy. • We have examined some of the various implications for one’s ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ