Sermons on bounty: showing 286-300 of 2,153

What Shall I Render

Contributed by David Radcliff on Jul 1, 2016

“What shall I render unto the Lord for all His benefits toward me?” (v. 12). This is a deeply personal and sensible consideration.

WHAT SHALL I RENDER Psalm 116 “What shall I render unto the Lord for all His benefits toward me?” (v. 12). This is a deeply personal and sensible consideration. I. WHAT ARE HIS BENEFITS TOWARD ME? There is- 1. AN INCLINED EAR. “He hath inclined His ear unto me” (v. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Menno Simons Series

Contributed by Michael Buckingham on Nov 9, 2011

Menno Simons was a contemporary with Martin Luther, who seems to have taken all the credit for the reformation. But where Martin Luther failed in his reformation, Menno Simons didn’t.

Menno Simons Today (31st October) is reformation day, and so my focus will be on the reformer, Menno Simons. Menno Simons was a contemporary with Martin Luther, who seems to have taken all the credit for the reformation. But where Martin Luther failed in his reformation, Menno Simons ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Seek Ye First

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 17, 2020

Giving first place to the things of God.

SEEK YE FIRST. Matthew 6:19-34. 1. Heart-Treasure. “Treasure not up for yourselves treasures upon earth,” begins Matthew 6:19. Moths destroy clothes (cf. Isaiah 51:8). Even gold and silver can become cankered (cf. James 5:2). Thieves can literally “dig through” mud-brick houses. No, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Favor Does Not Mean A Straight Line Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 24, 2023

Hard times and trials do not mean loss of God’s favor. God’s favor means His presence, His guidance, His work through you, and your inner strength.

A. INTRODUCTION: WHAT GOD’S FAVOR IS NOT 1. Even in prison. “The Lord was with Joseph and showed him mercy and gave him favor” (Genesis 39:21). 2. Joseph’s road down: a. Joseph’s favored status with his father. “Now Israel loved Joseph more than all his children” (Genesis 37:3). Favoritism ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:21, Genesis 39:21

Denomination: Baptist

Four Responses To Truth

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001

Consider how to address people who respond in these four ways to truth

Four Responses to the Truth (Acts 17:32-34) Quote: I know you believe you understand what you think I said, but I’m not sure you realize that what you heard is not what I meant. Source Unknown. 1. Why do some people respond differently to the truth of God’s word? Dr. Luke records four types ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:32-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Encouragements To Thanksgiving

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Nov 20, 2002

If we look in three directions we will be stimulated toward attitudes and actions of thanksgiving.

Stimulants to Thanksgiving 1- Our singing should be accompanied with thanksgiving. (Thanksgiving Sunday) 2- As I read through the Bible, it becomes evident that God that intends for His people to be grateful. 3- It should not take a special national holiday to motivate and stimulate us to give ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 147:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Attitude

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 14, 2007

We must adopt the attitude of compassion to carry the word of Christ into our hurting world through our actions.

Attitude – Luke 10: 25 - 37 Intro: There is a legend involving Jesus, the disciples and Peter. In the story, Jesus and his disciples passed by a rocky field. Jesus said, “if each of you carry a stone away, it would clear space for grain to grow. All the disciples except Peter picked up the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God Rest Ye Merry Sales Clerks - Avoiding Materialism Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Sep 13, 2001

Part of the Christmas Wonder PowerPak.

MASTERING MATERIALISM For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. (Mat 6:19-21) Introduction: People drive to the mall in cars that they cannot afford,to spend money that they don’t have, to buy things that they don’t need, to impress people that they don’t like. I. THE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

And Yet

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 28, 2010

God had chosen to work with the nation of Israel and yet they refused to do as God asked.

And Yet . . . / Luke 4: 21 – 30 Intro: There was once a family that owned a treasure that had been handed down from one generation to another for decades. It was a genuine antique Tiffany vase. It was kept on the mantel in the living room as a special object of enjoyment. One day when ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:21-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Praise Psalm Of David

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 7, 2014

The LORD preserves all who love Him. This is the flip side of our own perseverance.

DAVID’S PSALM OF PRAISE. Psalm 145:8-9; Psalm 145:14-21. Psalm 145:8. Proclamation. “The LORD is gracious, compassionate, slow to anger, and merciful” (Psalm 145:8). This is similar to the self-revelation of the LORD to Moses (Exodus 34:6). It is an integral part of Israel’s understanding of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:14-21, Psalm 145:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Life I Want To Live

Contributed by Jerry Wilson on Jul 8, 2017

life is good when you trust God

"Deuteronomy 5:33).Ye shall walk in all the ways which the LORD your God hath commanded you, that ye may live, and that it may be well with you, and that ye may prolong your days in the land which ye shall possess".The exhortation ends the same way but stresses that the quality of life they ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:33

Denomination: Apostolic

How’s Your Faith Now?

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Apr 12, 2012

Satan's goal = to use trials to extinguish our faith God’s goal = To ignite our faith

1 Peter 1:6-9-In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while, if need be, you have been grieved by various trials, that the genuineness of your faith, being much more precious than gold that perishes, though it is tested by fire, may be found to praise, honor, and glory at the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

Anti-Nativity Scrooges Selective In What Gods They Toss Out Into The Cold

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Dec 21, 2012

Anti-Nativity Scrooges Selective In What Gods They Toss Out Into The Cold

For decades, Santa Monica churches erected nativity scenes on municipal park land there in celebration of the Christmas season. However, the onward march to abolish the assorted foundations upon which America was built continues unabated and is now even seeming to accelerate as evidenced by ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 14:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Comprehensive Psalm Of Praise

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 10, 2018

God's providence, and our response to it.

A COMPREHENSIVE PSALM OF PRAISE. Psalm 145:10-18. We read in the New Testament about the whole Creation groaning (Romans 8:22), eagerly awaiting the revelation of the children of God (Romans 8:19). Not only so, but those who have the first-fruits of the Spirit (i.e. Christians) are also ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:10-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Confession: The First Step Towards Wholeness Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Feb 18, 2021

Ash Wednesday's confession of sin is our first step towards wholeness

February 17, 2021 Ash Wednesday Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Psalm 51:1-17; Confession: The First Step towards Wholeness Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Today we turn the corner and a new season stands before us, ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran