Sermons on Counterfeit Spiritual Gifts:

The Best Gift Series

Contributed by William Huegel on Dec 30, 2005

Christmas is a time of gift giving. Our giving is symbolic of the best gift - the gift of a Savior.

Christmas Eve Service “The Best Gift” Romans 6:23 Dec. 24, 2005 Rev. Wm. A. Huegel Wallingford FBC “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Romans 6:23 He came to that which was his own, but his own did not receive Him. Yet to all who received ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

An Eternal Gift Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Dec 6, 2010

Jesus’ gift to us is an eternal gift that we get to keep for ourselves and pass on to others at the same time.

This morning I want to ask you to think about your favorite Christmas gift ever. Maybe it was a little red wagon or a shiny new bicycle. Maybe it was an article of clothing or the latest video game. Now let me ask you a question. Where is that gift today? Chances are, we have no idea. Toys become ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of Peace

Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on Dec 8, 2010

This is a Christmas message that talks about receiving God

THE GIFT OF PEACE Luke 2:8-14 Introduction I love Christmas time…it’s the most wonderful time of the year I love to listen to the old Christmas favorites and to sing along with them I love spending time with my family and remembering all the special times we’ve shared And ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Free Gift Series

Contributed by Karl Walker on Aug 4, 2011

Justification is a free gift that God has given us in Christ Jesus.

The FREE Gift Every once in a while we hear preachers say that Jesus came to get back what Adam lost. Now, this theory is so widespread that people actually believe that what Adam lost, Jesus regained on the cross. For the past week, I'm stuck on Romans 5 and this morning was no different, it ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Great Gift Series

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Aug 14, 2011

James tells us about the wonderful gift that we have.

James 1:18-Of His own will He brought us forth by the word of truth, that we might be a kind of first fruits of His creatures. In verse 17, James talked about (every good gift and every perfect gift is from above) and now he is going to tell about this greatest gift that is offered. This new ...read more

Scripture: James 1:18

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Oct 13, 2011

This message focuses on the gift of the Holy Spirit

INTRODUCTION * “Gifts You Won’t Find Under the Tree” series = these gifts are unique because of their source; take away God and you have no opportunity to receive the gifts * Today: the gift of the Holy Spirit - To understand the gift of the Spirit we must first understand the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:13

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of Satisfaction Series

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Oct 13, 2011

This message examines the gift of satisfaction that God gives his children

INTRODUCTION * “Gifts You Won’t Find Under the Tree” series * Rolling Stones hit, “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” * Satisfaction is something that all desire, but few really achieve * From a Christianity Today article written by Carolyn Arends (Dec. 2010): ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of Boldness Series

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Feb 10, 2010

An undeniable sign of the indwelling power of the Holy Spirit is boldness. What is boldness? "It is the inner delight of a liberated person expressed in daring."

THE GIFT OF BOLDNESS ACTS 4:1 8 An undeniable sign of the indwelling power of the Holy Spirit is boldness. What is boldness? "It is the inner delight of a liberated person expressed in daring." In the midst of human weakness and the timid nature of religion, the great need is for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-8

The Gift Of Grandparenting Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Jul 16, 2008

Every Grandparent can testify that if someone would have just told them that grandchildren were so much fun, the choice would have been made to have them first! Since we can’t do that, let’s use our influence to impact the next generation.

The Gift of Grandparenting Proverbs 17:6 A Covenant with God and My Children and Grandchildren! a paraphrase of Psalm 78:4-7 “We will not hide these truths from our children but will tell the next generation about the glorious deeds of the LORD. We will tell of His power and the mighty miracles ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:6

Denomination: Church Of God

The Perfect Gift

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Mar 16, 2010

“Thanks be unto God for His indescribable gift.”

The Perfect Gift 12/21/08 PM Text: 2 Corinthians 9:15 Introduction: As I stated in our lesson this morning, the Christmas season is upon us, one cannot deny the evidence all around us. Since shortly after Thanksgiving Day the merchants broke out the Christmas decorations in every store, mall, and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Father's Gifts

Contributed by Jim Kane on Feb 27, 2010

2009 Father’s Day Sermon

(Slide 1) As I begin, I have to ask if anyone watched the end of last week’s NASCAR race. I think that there is a life illustration in that spectacular finish! For those who did not watch the race, it became a race to see who would not run out of gas first. But with around 2 laps to go, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:11

Denomination: Church Of God

Gifting God

Contributed by Jim Kane on Feb 27, 2010

2009 Christmas Message

One of my favorite holiday experiences this year actually took place before Thanksgiving. It was the first of what I hope will be many East Noble Middle School Fall Plays. The play was called, “O, Little Town of Christmas” by Pat Cook. A series of one act plays; it was both a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Church Of God

Exchanging Gifts

Contributed by Robert Coats on Dec 21, 2007

We exchange gifts at Christmas time...what gifts do we exchange with God!

Exchanging Gifts Matthew 2:1-11 At this time of the year, we all get to exchange gifts. Families all come together from all over to enjoy each others company, food and gifts. This Tuesday we celebrate Christmas and last Sunday evening the youth presented a play about our Savior’s birth. Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: Church Of God

The Gift Of The Son

Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Dec 21, 2007

3rd in a series of unwrapping the gifts of Christmas, Jesus the greatest gift of all.

Matthew 1:18-23 “The Gift of His Son” I. The Miracle Of The Gift (18) Vs. 18 • “Mary was espoused to Joseph” o In Jewish culture there was a period of betrothal that lasted about a year. o This was before the marriage ceremony but was still legally binding. • “She was found with child of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Baptist

What A Gift!

Contributed by Don Hawks on Dec 25, 2007

A Christmas Eve sermon reflecting on the greatest gift given to humanity.

A re-writing of I Corinthians 13 from a Christmas perspective (source: online) If I decorate my house perfectly with plaid bows, strings of twinkling lights, and shiny balls, but do not show love to my family, I am just another decorator? If I slave away in the kitchen, baking dozens of Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Methodist