Sermons on Divine Gift:

The Most Dangerous Time In Worship

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Sep 16, 2005

A Stewardship sermon

One of the things I like about living in the Greater Atlanta area is that there are no hurricanes. Or if they do come this far inland, they are worn out when they get here. When I lived in Miami, we would watch with great interest the weather reports, especially this time of year. Hurricane ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:17-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Rich Man, Poor Man Series

Contributed by Dan Jackson on Sep 18, 2005

Message 11 in James Series. God never judges by a bank account, or a statement of worth. He looks for righteousness and where it is lacking, His judgment follows. Riches are morally neutral, neither good nor evil. Wealth is like fire — very useful, but al

In his three years of life, Bobby has seen an undue share of suffering. Born in Southern California to a drug-addicted mother, Bobby went through withdrawal at the age of two weeks. He has lived in two foster homes, barely survived a life-threatening case of spinal meningitis, and is now back with ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

Questions About Tithing (Part I) Series

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Sep 22, 2005

This sermon is the first in a two part series which answers six common questions about tithing.

This month we have studied one of the most delicate subjects a church can study. That subject is money. The subject of money and religion has been hotly debated over the years. There have been abuses of this subject. There have been distortions of this subject. No matter which way you examine the ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Questions About Tithing (Part Ii) Series

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Sep 22, 2005

This sermon is the second in a two part series which answers six common questions about tithing.

Last Sunday I began a two part series entitled "Questions about Tithing." Today, as we conclude this study I want to ask and then answer the last three (of six) questions about tithing. With that in mind lets look at three verses of scripture from Malachi 3. "Will a man rob God? Yet you have ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Getting A Grip On Materialism Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Sep 24, 2005

4th in series on discipleship. This message is on stewardship.

LIVING ABOVE THE FRAY Part 4: Getting a Grip on Materialism For the past several weeks we have been talking about what it takes to be a disciple of Jesus. If I don’t talk about how you spend your time, if I don’t talk about priorities, most of you would say I’m not doing my job. How you spend ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

How Does Money Affect You?

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Sep 26, 2005

This sermon takes a look at problems associated with handling money and then explains God’s plan for handling money.

How does money affect you? Money is a subject with which all of us struggle. For some it is lack of money. For some it is the desire for money. For some it is wrong use of money. For some it is poor investment of money. A man named stumpy illustrates how money affects people. Stumpy and his wife ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34, Genesis 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Committed To Doing Something Part Ii

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 30, 2006

1- Committed to encouraging 2- Committed to contributing 3- Committed to leading 4- Committed to demonstrating mercy

INTRO.- ILL.- Lawyer and statesman Daniel Webster was a powerful orator who gave early evidence of his quick mind and his way with words. One day Webster’s father, who was to be absent from the home, left Daniel and his brother Ezekiel specific work instructions. But on his return he found the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:6-8, Romans 12:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Givers In The Hands Of A Loving God Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jan 31, 2006

Believers can exercise giving that truly pleases God.

Givers in the Hands of a Loving God 1 Chron. 21:18-25 Jan. 29, 2006 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction: A B David was feeling pretty full of himself in later years & called for a census so he could brag about the size of the nation he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 21:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Faith That Gives Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jan 31, 2006

A believer’s giving is the barometer of their faith.

Faith That Gives Gen. 14:17-24 Jan. 8, 2006 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction: A Barometer 1 Low pressure-clouds/rain are coming in 2 High pressure-blue skies are starting to show B Giving is a barometer for your spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

Grace Giving Series

Contributed by W. Alderman on Jan 31, 2006

This is a message taken from the author’s book entitled, "Christian Stewardship".

GRACE GIVING II Corinthians 8:1-15 INTRODUCTION: This portion of Scripture describes the grace giver. The grace giver gives with Christ Jesus in mind. Every gift that Christ Jesus has given us has been a gift of Grace. We deserve nothing any better. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

It Is Better Not To Rob God Series

Contributed by W. Alderman on Jan 31, 2006

This message is taken from author’s book, CHRISTIAN STEWARDSHIP.

IT IS BETTER NOT TO ROB GOD Malachi 3:6-12 Introduction: The question is asked in Malachi chapter 3, "Will a man rob God?" I could understand a "yes" answer to this question if it was being asked to a lost man, but I cannot understand why a saved man ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

There Is A Testimony In The Temple Today!

Contributed by Charles Banks on Jul 19, 2006

This sermon is meant to encourage believers not to be discouraged or ashamed of their testimony of the Power of GOD!!!

“There’s A Testimony In The Temple Today!!!” Acts 3:1-10 v. 1 “went up” v. 4 “look up” let down (v. 6) “Silver and gold have I none” set up (v. 6) “but such as I have give I thee” up (v. 6) “In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth” v. 6 “rise up” v. 7 “and lifted him up” power up (v. 7) ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Christian Church

What Am I Suppose To Do With My Life?

Contributed by Kenneth Anthony on Jul 23, 2006

Modern trend is that people are postponing major decisions in life. People have little direction. True calling is to serve God with spiritual gifts.

What Am I Suppose To Do With My Life? People today don’t know what they want to do with their lives. Despite all of our wealth, education, and opportunity people are constantly searching for happiness and fulfillment. Their journey never seems to end because they are reluctant to grow up and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:6-14

Denomination: Orthodox

The Forgotten Word Of Pentecost Series

Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Jul 25, 2006

We have in our society and in the church world an easy believeism. It’s just a patch.

THE BOOK OF ACTS - LESSON #6 “The Forgotten Word of Pentecost” Acts 3:12-26 Vs. 12 - Peter becomes aware of the people’s concern and bewilderment. He is quick to explain that something greater than himself made this man walk. He is quick to point out that this has not happened because of Peter ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:12-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Called To Be A Barnabas

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Jul 31, 2004

This message calls for Christian Disciples to answer the "Call to Be a Barnabas" by being instruments of encouragement in the lives of others through the empowerment of the Holy Spirit.

CALLED TO BE A BARNABAS --ACTS 4:36-38; and II CORINTHIAS 1:3-7 Charles Swindoll shares this story in an issue of Leadership magazine: “On May 24, 1965, a thirteen-and-a half-foot boat quietly slipped out of the marina at Falmouth, Massachusetts, for Falmouth, England. It would be the smallest ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-7

Denomination: Methodist