Sermons on Cheerful Giver:

The Paradox Of Wealth Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Jun 20, 2009

The paradox of wealth is that no matter what we own; the Lord is the source of it all! First fruits are the Lord’s

The Paradox of Wealth, 2 Corinthians 8:7-15 Introduction In today’s Scripture reading, we pick up on a similar theme. This is only once complete chapter away from the passage we examined last week. Now we pick up on the Apostle Paul instructing the Corinthian Church with regard to generosity and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:7-15

Denomination: Christian Church

God's Word About Your Money Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jul 22, 2009

Money is such a touchy subject today and alot of preaches will not go near it, but the Lord makes it pretty clear in the scriptures what He expects of us when it comes to the money He has given us.

Keeping the Home Fire Burning Series GOD’S WORD ABOUT YOUR MONEY Mark 12:41-44 Intro In the course of preaching these messages on the home and family, we have dealt with several sensitive and controversial topics. Tonight, I want to turn the spotlight of God’s Word directly on your money and the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Baptist

I Could.... Or I Could.... Series

Contributed by David Nolte on Feb 15, 2019

We all face alternatives when we could do this or we could do that

“I Could.... Or I Could....” Luke 16:19-31 David P. Nolte We are often confronted with alternatives such as: We come to a fork in the road; do we leave it there or pick it up? Okay, wrong kind of fork. Which branch of the road do we take? We have an opportunity to go fishing or to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Generous Heart Series

Contributed by Chris Heimsoth on Jun 15, 2011

Our 4th sermon in our Action in Acts series, we look at how our giving and the heart behind it determines our capacity for being part of the Action of God

Action – A Generous heart Acts is a book where one of the underlying questions is what is this new community, this new nation, on about? What kind of community is God wanting to create? Do you guys remember a few years ago, the world news was focused on modern day piracy? It was off the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Asking For Money: Biblical Principles For Generosity

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jun 28, 2009

God loves the person who gives generously and cheerfully.

Title: Asking for Money Text: I Corinthians 8:7-15 Thesis: God loves the person who gives cheerfully. II Corinthians 9:7 Introduction On their way to church on Sunday, a mother gave her child a one-dollar bill and a quarter. "Sweetheart," the mother said, "you can place either one in the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:7-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Operating The Motivational Gifts Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 29, 2009

Whatever the spiritual realm is, it bestows on people a range of accomplishment abilities that go beyond mere skill or knack. A gift of the Spirit is something that God gives for the purpose of building up others in a life of faith.

Opening illustration: Living Unaware of Our Vast Fortune Come with me into West Texas during the Depression. Mr. Ira Yates was like many other ranchers and farmers. He had a lot of land, and a lot of debt. Mr. Yates wasn’t able to make enough on his ranching operation to pay the principal and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Moved By Mercy To Be Merciful

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Nov 3, 2013

The spiritual gift of being merciful is far more than a feeling or an emotion: it reflects the mercy of God.

“Moved by Mercy to Be Merciful” Romans 12:8d “He who shows mercy, with cheerfulness.” Today we look at the seventh spiritual gift mentioned in Romans 12, namely, that of being showing mercy to others. The gifts (prophecy, serving, teaching, exhortation, giving, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:8

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas: Getting Versus Giving

Contributed by Don Schultz on Dec 9, 2003

John the Baptist told his listeners to repent / change from "getters" to "givers." A timely message for us.

LUKE 3:7-16: CHRISTMAS – GETTING VERSUS GIVING “What did you get for Christmas?” That may be the most-asked question during the days immediately following Christmas –“what did you get?” Little children especially like to talk about what they got – “I got this, and I got that.” I remember when ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-16

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Care For His People

Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 6, 2014

Giving is central to God's character and if we would be like Him we must learn to be givers too.

God’s Care for His People I don’t remember how old I was, but I remember being in Bible class as a child and hearing about how the Israelite's clothes and shoes didn’t wear out during the 40 years in the wilderness. This comes from three passages in the Old Testament, only one ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 29:2-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Gives Life. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 29, 2024

Jesus is the Giver of life, and in Him, we find everything we need to live a fulfilling and purposeful life.

The Bible teaches that Jesus Christ is the source of eternal life, and through faith in Him, we can experience a rich and fulfilling life, both now and forever. The Gift of Eternal Life Jesus said, “I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full” (John 10:10). He is the only way to ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Hebrews 6:19

The Power Of Choice Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 23, 2006

Why did God require the tithe in the Old Testament? Was it because He needed the money? Consider these possible benefits to giving your gifts to God.

OPEN: Year ago, if you wanted a pair of shoes, you couldn’t go down to “Payless Shoes” or “Shoe Carnival”. You couldn’t even go down to Sears or J.C. Penney to pick a pair of ready made shoes to wear. There was a time when – if you wanted shoes or boots – you had to go someone called a “Shoe ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:7-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Giving That Feels Good Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Feb 5, 2007

Giving is a topic that most preachers would rather avoid. Most often we are reluctant to preach on "giving" because of our measly offerings. It’s understanding the "God-principle" behind our giving that helps make preaching on "giving" much easier.

GIVING THAT FEELS GOOD (Based on Dr. Kregg Hood’s book: "Take Got At His Word") A. I was given a FREE BOOK written by Dr. Kregg Hood three years ago entitled: Take God At His Word. 1. I opened it up and read the FORWARD and quickly realized that it was about "GIVING." a. I did what ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Giving To Get - Philippians 4:15-19 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 23, 2022

There is a sinful kind of selfish giving. But the Bible does call us to seek reward for our giving. What's the difference?

Philippians 4:15 Moreover, as you Philippians know, in the early days of your acquaintance with the gospel, when I set out from Macedonia, not one church shared with me in the matter of giving and receiving, except you only; 16 for even when I was in Thessalonica, you sent me aid again and again ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:15-19

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

New Year's Resolutions

Contributed by Johnny Small on Dec 27, 2002

Have you made your New Year’s resolutions yet? Do you keep them? Let’s look at resolutions that we should make and keep.

New Year’s Resolutions We are again approaching another New Year. Many of us will make New Year resolutions and most of us will never keep them. How many of you have already made your New Year’s resolution? Typical New Year’s Resolutions: Lose weight Eat less Exercise more Spend less Save ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist