Sermons on Benevolence:

Sacrificial Generosity Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 20, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Sacrificial Generosity

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Sacrificial Generosity Luke 20:45-21:4 June 13, 2010 How we see and use our money is so central to our existence, our lives revolve around it. We get paid with money, we buy things with money, we make decisions based upon money, our standard of living is ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Words And Deeds Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Apr 5, 2022

Actions speak louder than words. What do yours say?

Words and Deeds lanny smith 2022 Lent / Psalm 23; Matthew 26:6–13   • Proverbial statements: • Talk is cheap. • Actions speak louder than words. • Our experiences tell us these statements carry a lot of truth. • It is critical that disciples of Jesus have words and deeds that are congruent. ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8, Matthew 26:6-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Following The King Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Nov 23, 2015

Israel is pictured as a vineyard. God looks for the fruit of righteousness but finds only injustice. God promises a faithful king who will judge with righteousness.

Isaiah 5:1-7, 11:2-5 “Following the King” INTRODUCTION The texts that we have before us today may seem rather divergent. In chapter five, God is pictured as a gardener—a vine dresser—and the Southern Kingdom of Judah as wild grapes. In the second passage, chapter ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

An Advent Sermon: He Will Do What Is Promised (Sermon 1 - Faith)

Contributed by Rev. Dustin Parker on Nov 29, 2015

The first sermon of Advent at Concordia Lutheran Church. It is the title and theme of the series

He Will Do What is Promised (Faith) Jeremiah 33:14-16 † Jesus, Son, Savior † May the grace of God, that incredible mercy, and peace that resides in you because of the Holy Spirit, sustain you until His imminent return! The Time Is Close You wondered with every passing car, whether the guests ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:14-16

Denomination: Lutheran

The Kingdom Of Great Joy Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Mar 28, 2009

God’s Kingdom is a kingdom of great joy, but few people are experiencing that in their lives. Why? Because they are not walking in righteousness or peace.

THE KINGDOM #4: THE KINGDOM OF GREAT JOY BIG IDEA: God’s Kingdom is a kingdom of great joy, but few people are experiencing that in their lives. Why? Because they are not walking in righteousness (right-standing with God) or peace (right-relationships with others). When we seek His ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:17

Denomination: *other

Nebuchadnezzar: Mightiest King

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Oct 21, 2006

Drawing on strengths and weaknesses of King Nebuchandezzar to become better Christians

Nebuchadnezzar: Mightiest King Daniel 4 The first four chapters of the book of Daniel tell the story of King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon. Nebuchadnezzar was a mighty and powerful king. In 605 B.C., Nebuchadnezzar defeated Pharaoh Necho of Egypt and brought Judah under his control. It was during ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Government Of The Promised Son, Part 1 (Isaiah 9:6-7)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jun 5, 2024

Isaiah's writings contain numerous references to the rule and person of God's Messiah. There are two specific passages worth examining. The first deals with His rule as King. The other deals with the righteous kingdom He will create and rule over forever in peace and joy.

There are verses in the Bible that bring joy and peace to the troubled soul. There are verses which give us the assurance that the promises of God are true and faithful. There are those verses which give us the affirmation that God has given us mercy and salvation we do not deserve, yet in HIs ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7, Isaiah 11:1-8, 1 Corinthians 2:8-9, Revelation 21:1-7, Matthew 11:28-30, John 10:28-30, John 14:6, Acts 4:12, Revelation 19:11-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

What Does It Mean To Appeal For The Useful?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jul 7, 2024

An example of grace in how it demonstrates the action of true Christian fellowship.

Paul wrote this letter as a plea for a runaway slave of Philemon’s named Onesimus. He had stolen from Philemon then ran away to Rome where he met Paul. Subsequently he accepted Christ as his Savior, so Paul was writing this letter as he was sending Onesimus back to Philemon, but he wanted Philemon ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:8-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Will We Enter His Gates With Thanksgiving?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 17, 2025

This is a summons for us to enter into the presence of God with a joyful heart.

The question presented is “Why will we enter His gates with thanksgiving?” A simple answer is, why not. One cannot answer this question solely on verse four. The whole chapter needs to be considered when populating a response. This psalm opens with a solicitation to the entire earth to happily ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Being Different: Different Fruit 2 Series

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Mar 12, 2025

If we are going to be different, it needs to be backed up with gentleness, goodness, faith, humility and self control.

GENTLENESS Benevolence, kindness Gentleness can be defined as tender concern for others, reflected in a desire to treat others gently, just as the Lord treats all believers. Jesus commended gentleness in the Beatitudes. In the first three, he blesses the poor in spirit, those who mourn, and the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: United Methodist

What Is The Reason For Showing Kindness To Someone In Need?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 1, 2023

This chapter records a beautiful story of grace that was bestowed upon someone who felt unworthy to receive it.

This chapter records a beautiful story of grace bestowed upon someone who felt unworthy to receive it. It reveals the virtue of a man who many automatically think of the sin he committed. Although there can be so much good in a person’s life, people will only remember the sin that someone has ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Is It Important To Give The Invitation?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on May 24, 2024

Supper is ready and the invitations have been sent!

But what is an invitation? An invitation is to request someone to be present, a summons to participate, or an attempt to get someone to join or to arrive at a specific event. The Parable of the Great Feast The man with Jesus saw the brilliance of God’s Kingdom, yet he did not yet see how to get ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:15-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Is Revenge For The Lord To Take?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 6, 2025

Is it right for us to take revenge on something or is it the Lord's job to deal with it?

Why Is Revenge for the Lord to Take? Romans 12:19 Why is this such a difficult idea for Christians to do, let alone from the rest of the people in the world? This sounds so impossible for anyone to do, with all the constant cries for legal rights and lawsuits that are continually spreading ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Filled With The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Ivan Casteel on Feb 3, 2006

TO HELP EVERY CHRISTIAN SEEK AND UNDERSTAND THE NECESSITY OF THE FULLNESS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

LIFE AT THE HIGHEST PLANE! BEING FILLED WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT – A MUST FOR ALL CHRISTIANS! SERMON #9 Acts 1:8. Acts 2:1-4. Acts 4:31 Ac 1:8 But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

God's Goodwill Toward Us

Contributed by David Mcallan on Jun 26, 2008

God’s goodwill to us is not because of our worthiness or beauty, but because we belong to Jesus Christ. Stay close to Jesus & you will know the constant goodwill of God: the grace & peace from God the Father & the Lord Jesus Christ.

Intro Q. Are you familiar with the word “capricious” - The Greek gods in the days of the Ephesian Church were known to be capricious - Dictionary definition = “subject to sudden changes in behaviour, mood or opinion, often for no good reason”. - You never knew where you stood ---------------- - In ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational