Sermons on Gave Himself For Me:

Jesus Loves Me Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 1, 2008

This simple children’s song carries a more intriguing message than many of us know. What is the key to its power?

OPEN: Years ago, a large Atlanta church was televising the service where they had asked a retired 92 year minister preach from its pulpit. There was a warm welcome as he was introduced and, as the applause quieted down, the old man rose from his high back chair and walked slowly, with great effort ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:7-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Hineni Shelacheni” — Send Me

Contributed by Don Aldrich Tamayo on Sep 10, 2024

This variety in responses mirrors how we approach God’s call in our lives. Just as our greetings reflect our readiness to engage, the way we respond to God's call—much like Isaiah did—reveals our willingness to serve and our openness to His divine purpose for us.

Introduction: Hello, everyone. Different cultures have unique ways of answering the phone, reflecting their values and traditions. For instance: Graham Bell’s invention is greeted with a simple “Ahoy” in English. Russians respond, “I’m listening.” The French ask, “Who is on the phone?” Italians ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:8, Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Lord Of Hosts Is In Me

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 26, 2016

To show that the LORD JESUS CHRIST is the LORD OF HOSTS that heavily guards me, my Fortress, my High Tower.

I. EXORDIUM: Am I heavily guarded? Yes. I am heavily guarded by the LORD JESUS CHRIST Himself. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that the LORD JESUS CHRIST is the LORD OF HOSTS that heavily guards me, my Fortress, my High Tower. IV. TEXT: Psalms 46:7 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Won’t You "Friend" Me? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 18, 2012

Facebook friends really aren’t friends, they’re casual acquaintances on the internet. But real friendship is a powerful thing that Jesus not only gave us, but taught us to use for His kingdom. What does Friendship mean to Jesus and to us?

OPEN: I read about a woman who telephoned a friend and asked how she was feeling, "Terrible," came the reply over the wire, "my head’s splitting and my back and legs are killing me. The house is a mess, and the kids are simply driving me crazy." Very sympathetically the caller said, ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

If A Donkey Can See It, Why Can’t We PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

Emphasize the importance of obedience, submission, and recognizing God's sovereignty in our lives, as demonstrated through the story of Balaam and his encounter with the angel of the Lord.

Good morning, Church family! Today, we're going to dive into a story from the Old Testament that speaks to us about God's sovereignty in our lives, the power of obedience, and the blessing of being used by God. As A.W. Tozer once said, "Outside of the will of God, there's nothing I want. Inside the ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 22:22-34

Topics: Lord, Use Me

Remember PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

The main point of this sermon is to emphasize God's unwavering faithfulness in remembering His people, the power of prayer in connecting with Him, and the transformative blessing of being remembered by God.

Good morning, church family! Today, we are going to dive into a beautiful and powerful message about God's faithfulness in remembering His people. We'll also explore the power of prayer in remembering God and the life-changing blessing of being remembered by God. As we go through life's ups and ...read more

Scripture: Esther 9:28

Topics: Remember Me, Lord

More Of Jesus, Less Of Me Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Oct 13, 2025

True strength is found in humility, surrender, and letting Jesus shine through our lives.

### **Introduction** Video Ill.: Less Like Me by Zach Williams “A little more like mercy, a little more like grace, a little more like kindness, goodness, love, and faith… A little more like Jesus, a little less like me.” That is a powerful prayer put to music. A prayer that I believe every ...read more

Scripture: John 3:29-30, Matthew 5:16, Galatians 2:20, Philippians 2:3-5, Matthew 8:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Loose Me And Let Me Go

Contributed by Kenneth Cherry on Jan 10, 2004

Don’t allow your past to destroy where God has placed you

Text – St. John 11: 40 – 44 Subject – Loose me and let me go! Intro. The greatest problem that we as believers are faced with is our past. The situations that plague us most are things that took place before we met The Lord. Even if they took place after you met The Lord, and happened in a ...read more

Scripture: John 11:40-44, Ephesians 4:23

Denomination: Baptist

Lord Hide Me From Me!!!

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Oct 25, 2006

THIS OUTLINE GIVES THE "CHRISTIAN" A GLIMPS OF THE UNRESOLVED ISSUES WE ALL LIVE WITH BUT NEVER DEAL WITH, THEREFORE, WE BECOME OUR WORST ENEMIES WITHOUT EVEN KNOWING THAT WE ARE. BECAUSE WE HAVE NEVER UNDERSTOOD THAT "transparency" IS A STEP TO HEALING.

LORD HIDE ME FROM ME Psalms 17:5 - 17:8 INTRODUCTION I HAVE READ MANY PSALMS OF DAVID AND HAVE BEEN OVERWELMED BY MOST OF THEM BUT THIS PARTICULAR PASSAGE HAD REALLY BLOWN ME AWAY AND GAVE ME A REVELATION ABOUT US AS CHRISTIANS AS IT RELATES TO OUR FAITH IN GOD, MOREOVER, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 17:5-8, Psalm 17:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living Giving Or Grasping Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Jan 25, 2010

Because Christ gave himself for you, you must give of yourself for Him!

I. Practice Scriptural Giving! Deut. 14 A. Know all you have is from God. 1. He owns everything. 2. He owns your life and soul. B. Develop a habit of giving to God. 1. Giving is commanded for our benefit. 2. Giving must be done with the right spirit. 3. Giving ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Who Me? God Needs Me?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 14, 2025

We can miss many opportunities by thinking God does not need me.Your little light could brighten the corner where you are.

WHO ME? GOD NEEDS ME? YOUR PART IS NEEDED… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) YOU DID NOT DO ANYTHING BUT FIND FAULT AND COMPLAIN! YOU DID NOT GIVE ME WATER? YOU DID NOT KISS ME? YOU DID NOT ANOINT MY HEAD? BUT SHE WASHED AND ANOINTED MY FEET FOR MY ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-46, Malachi 3:6-11, Matthew 25:38-44

Denomination: Assembly Of God

If God Gave You A Wish, What Would It Be?

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 9, 2003

Solomon decides wisely and well - why?

If God gave you a wish, what would it be? 1 Kings 2:1-4 and 3:1-15 This morning I would like to speak from the Old Testament lesson. In the Old Testament, God rarely appeared to people. However, King Solomon had a number of direct encounters with God and this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:1-15, 1 Kings 2:1-4

Denomination: Anglican

The Lord Needs Me

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Sep 30, 2015

The Lord Needs Me

The Lord Needs You Luke 19:28-34 And when he had thus spoken, he went before, ascending up to Jerusalem. 29 And it came to pass, when he was come nigh to Bethphage and Bethany, at the mount called the mount of Olives, he sent two of his disciples, 30 Saying, Go ye into the village over against ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:34

Denomination: Foursquare

The World Will Dim Your Light

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Aug 8, 2024

This message is about a vision the Lord gave to me and it’s interpretation.

Three weeks ago, during the Sunday evening service, we had a time of quietness as the Lord’s presence filled the sanctuary. I want to share a vision that the Lord gave to me during that time. When I got home, I wrote it down and let it sit for a day or two. When I went back to it, the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:16, Matthew 5:14-15, 1 John 1:1-5, Romans 10:9-10, 1 John 4:4, Proverbs 3:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Gave His One And Only Son! (1) Series

Contributed by Herbert Armstrong Bosantog on Nov 18, 2012

It is a GIFT. Given FREE for those who BELIEVE! It is ONLY by FAITH that makes us RIGHTEOUS!

When you RECEIVE a GIFT, what’s next? I mean, what are you going to do? ILLUST: I remember the chorus of the song, “The Gift” by Collin Ray: “All I WANT is to HOLD YOU FOREVER All I NEED is you MORE EVERYDAY You SAVED my HEART from being BROKEN APART You GAVE your LOVE away ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: *other