Sermons on Generating: showing 976-990 of 71,498

A Pattern For Giving

Contributed by Joel Santos on Jun 21, 2006

Does your giving really cost you? How much is left behind? Are you giving out from the heart? Are you demonstrating a trust in God? Are you giving generously as the widow who gave just two lepta?

A Pattern For Giving Mark 12:41-44 The roof of the church hall of a little Swiss church, at the turn of the 20th century, was falling down. So the members of the church held regular prayer meetings in the hall after the service to pray for funds to repair the roof. There was an old man, known to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Have A Purpose Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 7, 2008

We Christians know who we are and why we are here and where we are going. God has given us both general purposes and specific purposes to live for.

A. One of golf’s immortal moments came when a Scotsman demonstrated the new game of golf to President Ulysses Grant. 1. Carefully placing the ball on the tee, the Scotsman took a mighty swing. 2. The club hit the ground and scattered dirt all over the President’s beard, while the ball sat waiting ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:20-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Se Buscan Obreros Series

Contributed by Rodrigo Azofeifa on May 13, 2009

Este sermón habla sobre la necesidad de obreros en el ministerio y los requisitos que estos deben de llenar para trabajar en la obra del Señor.

Llenando la plazas vacantes. Mateo 9: 35-38 35 Jesús recorría todos los pueblos y aldeas enseñando en las sinagogas, anunciando las buenas *nuevas del reino, y sanando toda enfermedad y toda dolencia.36 Al ver a las multitudes, tuvo compasión de ellas, porque estaban agobiadas y desamparadas, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Methodist

Got Jesus?

Contributed by Tammy Garrison on May 7, 2002

This sermon ends a series that has explored the ’corrupt generation’ we find ourselves living in. When realizing they had crucified the Messiah, faithful Jews at Pentecost asked, "What shall we do?" The response is, "Got Jesus?"

Bibliography: Culture Shifts, Lesson 10 Over the last several months, we have looked at the modern culture we find ourselves living in. I personally have found the exploration of the world we face most intriguing. There are some aspects of our society which have really hit home. Let me briefly ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-40

Denomination: Methodist

Let Holy Spirit Help Lead In Formal And Informal Settings

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

General John Galvin, Supreme Allied Commander in Europe was asked what was it like to be in charge of a variety of forces. His reply: “I often feel like the director of a cemetery. I have a lot of people under me but nobody listens

Learning to Lead in Formal and Informal Settings (I Cor 9:19-27) Some leaders are comfortable in formal settings but are awkward informally relating to people. Jonathan Edwards, the former President of Princeton Seminary was dismissed as the Pastor of his local church for that very reason. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:21-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faithful Joshua

Contributed by Ruel Camia on Apr 23, 2007

1. It is impressive to note the great influence that Joshua had with those of his generation - cf. Josh 24:29-31 a. Of course, much of that influence was due to God being with him and doing many "great works" b. Such as the parting of

"THE LEADERSHIP QUALITIES OF JOSHUA" Joshua 24:29-31 INTRODUCTION 1. It is impressive to note the great influence that Joshua had with those of his generation - cf. Josh 24:29-31 a. Of course, much of that influence was due to God being with him and doing ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:29-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living With God-Size Generosity

Contributed by Richard Burkey on May 24, 2005

God is a generous God and has invited me to join Him in the Great Adventure of Tithing. This message shares 6 reasons why I tithe (and you can, too). (4 are godly reason,the first 2 are not).

Living with God-Size Generosity Matthew 6:19-21 (NIV) 19Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. 20But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Change Is In The Air

Contributed by Steve Steve on Mar 13, 2002

General sermon on change and how we can be change agents. Begins with the premise of the things we cannot change, such as the Bible, God, etc. Ends in calling people to a change.

Change is in the air I. What is change? a. Change simply means doing, acting, thinking, feeling or looking different. b. I am doing this…now I’m not. (Continue with acting, thinking… etc.) II. Is change good or bad? a. It depends on the way you look at it. b. Change our oil, that’s good. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Church Of God

The Master Plan Of Evangelism

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 17, 2006

Robert Coleman’s classic work on evangelism, is issued so that a new generation of Christians can discover the biblical framework for implementing the impulse they have for spreading the Good News

The Master Plan Of Evangelism by Paul Fritz Matthew 28:16-28:20 The Master Plan of Evangelism - A Summary of Robert Coleman’s Classic Book [S.A.C.I.I.D. D.R.S.E. ] - (An acronym to help you remember these vital ten steps of Christ’s ministries) Definition of a Witness A witness is someone who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is Love Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 18, 2006

God’s love is complete when it is reproduced in us. God’s love generates our love. When we love, we show that we are living in the Light.

Sermon Series on First John, “Collecting Evidence of Faith”...“God is Love” I John 4:7-21 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts C.S. Lewis suggested that God’s love for us is a much safer subject to consider than our love for others. On this Sunday ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Congregational

Mind Control 8 Series

Contributed by Clyde White on Mar 27, 2006

It is the study, application and expression of the Word of God that leads to a Christ-centered life. In general, the Christian church, even though growing in number, is shrinking in depth of Spiritual Comprehension and Discernment.

We’ve looked at the need for every Believer to "earnestly contend for the Faith, once for all delivered to the Saints". To do so, we need to recognize and resist false doctrine. Unless we can recognize and do resist false doctrine, it will not be long until we, ourselves, will be caught-up in the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-8

Praying With Purpose

Contributed by Dr. Jeremy Simpson on Mar 11, 2007

The Lesson to be learned here is that prayer which begins with sighing generally ends in singing. We need to pray with purpose. We need to spend each day in prayer to God.

PRAYING WITH PURPOSE-- PSALMS 5:1-12 Introduction: Those who believe in and practice set forms of prayer can find no justification for such in the Book of Psalms. There is a complete disregard for mechanical praying throughout the book. When you have a burning concern, praying come from the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Amazing Grace Of God

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 7, 2008

We have a generous and gracious God, who loves and cares for us. He saw our need and came to our rescue. We are simply blessed, by His grace.

20:1 “The kingdom of heaven is like…” It is a description of how God’s Kingdom functions. It is about how God treats his people. Why did Jesus tell this parable? • This parable grew out of Jesus’ encounter with the rich young man. • He is young and capable. In fact, he kept the commandments ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Genesis 4 - How To Stop Playing The Anger Game Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Dec 15, 2009

In Genesis 4 Cain kills his brother Abel. It didn’t take long for the first murder to happen, only one generation away from Adam and Eve.

Genesis 4 – How to Stop Playing the Anger Game 1. The Game – “I don’t care and you can’t make me!” I have never really had a problem with anger, but the closest I have come was in a classroom. Teaching in a highschool can be very stressful, and I had put some guys on detention and was supervising ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Early Examples Of Faith Series

Contributed by Ken Alford on Nov 25, 2001

FAITH HAS BEEN A NEEDED PART OF MAN¡¦S LIFE WITH THE LORD SINCE THE EARLIEST GENERATIONS. In Hebrews 11, we discover three early examples of early faith

July 31,1994 - PM EARLY EXAMPLES OF FAITH Hebrews 11:4-7 INTRO: (1) Faith is a bridge which connects the present with either the future or the past. (2) The bridge that all men of God walk on to cross great challenges, is faith. PROP: FAITH HAS BEEN A NEEDED PART OF MAN¡¦S LIFE ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:4-7

Denomination: Baptist