Sermons on Characteristics Of God:

Giving That Pleases God Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 5, 2014

We Christians want to please God in all things. Even in the act of giving, we want to please Him. The Apostle to the Gentiles provides instruction designed to ensure that we please Him in this act of worship.

“In this matter I give my judgment: this benefits you, who a year ago started not only to do this work but also to desire to do it. So now finish doing it as well, so that your readiness in desiring it may be matched by your completing it out of what you have. For if the readiness is there, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:10-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Giver God Loves

Contributed by Rusty Tardo on Jul 3, 2011

Our giving should be joyful and uncoerced, and we should be thankful for the opportunity to give

The Giver God Loves Dr. Russell K. Tardo Scripture Reference: 2 Corinthians 9:6-7. The subject of giving is one that I don't often address. Unfortunately, the subject of giving is so frequently and widely taught these days that many Christians have grown weary at the prospect of hearing ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Brings Growth Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 19, 2009

When the seed takes root, there will be fruit.

God Brings Growth Mark 4:26-29 Rev. Brian Bill 7/19/09 Probably because I’m not real handy, I often have no clue how certain things work. I have some visuals up on the stage to show what I’m stumped about. I was going to bring a video of the moon walk from Apollo 11 but apparently it’s been ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:26-29

Denomination: Baptist

Things God Hates

Contributed by Sajayan Chacko on Jan 22, 2024

God hates certain things and He Loves Certain things

7 Things God Hates & Things God Loves Book of Proverbs Proverbs 6:16-19 NIV There are six things the LORD hates, seven that are detestable to him: 1. Haughty eyes, 2. a lying tongue, 3. hands that shed innocent blood, 4. a heart that devises wicked schemes, 5. feet that are quick to rush ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:6-19, John 3:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Armor Of God – Truth Series

Contributed by Christi Campione on Dec 14, 2024

Often times we think we know "truth," and turns out we really don't. In this part of the armor, people will learn how important it is to be in the Word. This teaching also includes why we shouldn't be in the Book of Enoch or other "lost books of the Bible."

For an easy to read PDF: https://myprayernotebook4life.wordpress.com/sermon-pdfs/ Password: SermonCentral The Armor of God – Truth - Teaching Last week we looked at what the armor is and what is not. Today we are taking a close look at truth, as you may have not thought of it before. Let’s jump ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:14

Supporting The Church PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 6, 2023

This sermon aims to explore the importance and benefits of tithing, emphasizing that all we have comes from God and we should honor Him by being cheerful givers.

Good morning, church family! Today, we are going to dive into a topic that sometimes makes us squirm in our seats a little. But it's one that is very important to our faith and our relationship with God. It's all about giving - our generosity in response to God's generosity. Let's take a moment to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:7

Topics: Tithing

The Power Of Love In Times Of Cholera PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023

The main point of this sermon is to embrace and embody God's unwavering, unconditional love by extending that same love to others, especially during trying times.

Good morning, family! We've gathered here today to dive into the beautiful, powerful, and life-changing topic of God's unconditional love. We're going to explore the power of love in times of cholera and how to live out God's love in our lives. As C.S. Lewis once wrote, "Though our feelings come ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-35

Topics: Satisfaction, Christ

I Am Not Alone

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Feb 5, 2022

Message about how God does not leave us alone.

Title: I am not alone Theme: To show that God will never leave us. We are never alone. Text: John 4:46 - 52 Note: Much of the thoughts and quotes came from Max Lucado’s book Never Alone John 4:46 So Jesus came again to Cana of Galilee where He had made the water wine. And there was a certain ...read more

Scripture: John 4:46-52

Denomination: Church Of God

God Still Speaks Today

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 19, 2018

We live in a day of chaos. Everywhere there are voices speaking, telling us what to believe, how to live our lives, and how to even think. There's ONE VOICE we should be listening to -- God's! He's speaking to You!

GOD STILL SPEAKS TODAY John 10:27 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: It’s Important to Speak & Listen 1. A wife was suing her husband for divorce and accused him of not speaking to her in five years. "What have you got to say for yourself?" asked the horrified judge. The husband replied meekly, "Well, er, I ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Love God: The Greatest Commandment Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Dec 5, 2018

Learning to love God with all our heart, soul, mind and strength.

All You Need is Love Love God: The Greatest Commandment Mark 12: 28 – 34 Those of us who have grown up in the church have heard these words all our lives: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, mind and strength, and love your neighbor as yourself.” We’ve heard them, and I, for ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Methodist

Go! And Shine Like Diamonds In The Darkness - Malachi 3:17 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 6, 2025

God takes us — broken, buried in sin, seemingly worthless — and through His grace in Jesus Christ, He cleanses, refines, and transforms us into something of eternal worth.

Go! And Shine Like Diamonds in the Darkness - Malachi 3:17 Malachi 3:17 (NLT): “They will be my people,” says the Lord of Heaven’s Armies. “On the day when I act in judgment, they will be my own special treasure. I will spare them as a father spares an obedient child.” Introduction: Diamonds in ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:17, Ezekiel 28:13, Isaiah 54:10, Zechariah 13:9, James 1:2-4, 1 Peter 2:9, John 8:12, Matthew 5:16, Romans 5:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Chosen Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Feb 9, 2019

God has chosen all of us, none is left out from the election of God for the eternal life. This sermon gives that assurance.

Theme: The Election of God Text: 2 Pet. 1:10 The blessings of the Elected 1. You will be blessed: Nu: 17:5 “The staff of the man whom I choose shall sprout; thus I will put a stop to the complaints of the Israelites that they continually make against you”. Sons of Korah were children of Levi as ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

A Prayer For God's Direction

Contributed by Tony Miano on Mar 10, 2001

We can use Jabez’s prayer like a compass...N-never ending favor; S-significant influence; E-enabling touch; W-wary of the enemy.

A Prayer For God’s Direction 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church March 11, 2001 Introduction: As some of you know, Mahria and I had the opportunity to go to a pastor/spouse retreat at the end of January. We spent a few days in Pismo Beach with other ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: *other

God's Message To Joshua Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 18, 2009

Here is the message God gave Joshua who was more than aware of what a big job he had ahead of him.

God’s message to Joshua Joshua 1:1-9 A man dies and appears before Peter at the pearly gates. "Have you ever done anything of particular merit?" Peter asked. "Well, I can think of one thing," the man said, "Once, I came upon a gang of bikers, who were threatening a ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9, Joshua 24:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

What Are Our Sacrifices To God

Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 31, 2007

What offering are you giving the Lord?

INTRO: A hen and a pig approached a church and read the advertised sermon topic: “What can we do to help the poor?” Immediately the hen suggested they feed them bacon and eggs. The pig thought for a moment and said, “There is only one thing wrong with feeding bacon and eggs to the poor. For you it ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God