Sermons on generosity psychology: showing 646-660 of 10,038

From This Day On: Unlocking The Floodgates Of God's Favor In 2024

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Dec 31, 2023

Forget resolutions! This year, we unleash a spiritual tsunami! Through faith, generosity, and God's will, let's flood 2024 with His abundant blessings! Learn how to unlock God’s favor in 2024 by being generous, seeking His kingdom, and stepping through the open door He has prepared for you.

From This Day On: Unlocking the Floodgates of God's Favor in 2024 (Haggai 2:19, Malachi 3:10) Introduction: Happy New Year, everyone! I hope you are all excited and hopeful for what God has in store for us in 2024. As we enter this new year, I want to share with you a message that God has ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:19, Malachi 3:10, Proverbs 11:24-25, Matthew 6:33, Joshua 1:9  (view more)  (view less)

The Joy Of Giving

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 12, 2022

The only way money can buy happiness is when you give it away. How can we do that and why does God think that we need to learn that practice in our lives?

(This sermon series is based on a book by Randy Alcorn entitled "The Treasure Principle) OPEN: Years ago, there was a comedian named Joan Rivers that said: “People say that money isn’t the key to happiness, but I always figured if you have enough money, you can have a key made.” A ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Building The Church By Serving Each Other Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Sep 11, 2024

Though the word “serve” isn’t explicitly mentioned in Acts 2:42-47, the early church served each other. As Jesus demonstrated service by washing His disciples' feet, we are to serve one another through our gifts, tangible acts of help, prayer, hospitality, and generosity.

Introduction Video Ill.: Meet the Sanders - Serving Heathens — The Skit Guys 42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. 43 Everyone was filled with awe, and many wonders and miraculous signs were done by the apostles. 44 All ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47, John 13:1-17, 1 Peter 4:10, Galatians 6:9-10, James 5:16, Romans 12:13, 2 Corinthians 9:6-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prepare For Battle Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 9, 2018

If you’re going to be ready to face the spiritual battles ahead, you must let God roll away your shame, relish your salvation, and respect your Sovereign Lord.

Some time ago, a fictitious manual for Peace Corp volunteers headed for South America contained the following advice on “What to Do If Attacked by an Anaconda”: #1, If you're attacked by an anaconda, do not run; the snake is faster than you are. #2, Lie flat on the ground. #3, Put your arms ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical Free

A Motivation To Give For Small Givers Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 26, 2019

We are called by Paul to be cheerful givers. That seems ridiculous to many! This passage, though, gives us a great starting point for making that generous attitude happen.

IT JUST SEEMS RIDICULOUS: How can anyone be a cheerful giver? - 2 Corinthians 9:7. - Paul tells us that God loves a cheerful giver. That’s all well and good, many of you are thinking, but who exactly is joyful about giving to the offering plate? It’s hard for many to believe that there are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Wonderful Counselor Versus Secular Counselors

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Nov 29, 2023

Today, many counselors, psychologists, and psychiatrists can help with our relationship, financial, marital, health, emotional, or behavioral problems. But what they can do is limited. Jesus cannot only help us find solutions for our problems but also change our hearts and transform our lives!

Introduction: In 1879, Wilhelm Maximilian Wundt, a German physician and professor, founded the first formal laboratory for psychological research at the University of Leipzig, Germany. This research laboratory marked the beginning of psychology as an independent field of study. Wundt is known today ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6, Isaiah 8:19, Isaiah 9:2, Matthew 1:23, Matthew 4:23, Mark 1:22, Hebrews 4:15, Mark 16:6, Matthew 5:4, Luke 6:27, Matthew 5:48, 1 Kings 4:34, Micah 4:9, Isaiah 28:29, John 2:25, Matthew 11:28, Matthew 16:26, Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23, Luke 9:8-9, Psalm 86:10, Matthew 5:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Giving Works (Re:gift)

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Oct 15, 2019

Many people give out of guilt. The apostle Paul says we should give with joy! The only way we can do this is if we first realized just how joyfully generous God has been to us. When we see His joyful generosity, that encourages us to be joyfully generous ourselves.

Opening and Introduction In our lesson tonight, we hear about farmers that plant seeds. If a farmer doesn’t plant, there won’t be anything to harvest later in the year. His livelihood depends on generously planting as many seeds as he can. This passage uses a lot of farming imagery. But what ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-9

Denomination: Lutheran

The Unity Of The Believers

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 24, 2018

What if a church lived like the first church? What would that look like? Can we be such a church today?

The Unity of the Believers Psalm 133 Acts 4:32-35 1 John 1 and 1 John 2:3-6 Message: Opening Reading: Luke 24:36-49 This past week was for so many of us a week of celebration and affirmation. We belong to those who are called Christians or in a larger context “The Church”. We recognize only ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-35, 1 John 2:3-6, Luke 24:36-49

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Greatness Through Servanthood Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 8, 2024

The Bible talks less about what makes a great leader than it does about what makes a great servant. What is it about God's leaders that requires them to be servants of others?

Today we are putting a man's name into consideration as a future Elder. I hadn't actually planned a sermon on Eldership (the sermon series I'm preaching through is something I'm working with other preachers on) but the text seemed to be a good groundwork for understanding what ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Revealing God's Plan Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 10, 2023

In Romans 11:25-32, Paul explains why God has preserved a Remnant of Israel in order to show His glory. In this we can see how God is glorified in His: 1) Sovereignty (Romans 11:25–26a), in 2) Integrity Romans 11:26b–29), and in His 3) Generosity (Romans 11:30–32).

Romans 11:25-32. 25 Lest you be wise in your own sight, I do not want you to be unaware of this mystery, brothers: a partial hardening has come upon Israel, until the fullness of the Gentiles has come in. 26 And in this way all Israel will be saved, as it is written, “The Deliverer will come from ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:25-32

Denomination: Other

Greeting Fellow Believers Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 17, 2020

Our loyalty to Christ and other believers should supersede all other factors. We should receive and support every other Christian regardless of race, denomination, political party, or any other affiliation. This message expounds Philippians 4:10-23.

For the last two messages we have addressed Paul’s expression of gratitude for the gift the Philippians had sent him. That is found in Philippians 4:10-20. There we discovered a wealth of revelation that has filled our hearts with peace and confidence. Those two previous messages focused on three ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-13, 2 Corinthians 12:14, Luke 6:38, Revelation 3:14-22, Galatians 3:28, James 2:1, 2 Corinthians 6:14, 2 John 1:9-11, Matthew 9:38, Matthew 10:11-16, 2 Corinthians 9:6-11, Proverbs 11:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

How To Avoid The Worst Woes In Life - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 28, 2023

1. Don’t keep people from God’s Kingdom. Help them go in! (vs. 13). 2. Don’t be greedy. Be generous! (vs. 14). 3. Don’t make people worse. Make them better! (vs. 15). 4. Don’t treasure gold. Treasure the things of God. (vs. 16-22). 5. Don’t be satisfied with less. Strive for God’s best. (vs. 23-24).

How to Avoid the Worst Woes in Life - Part 1 The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 23:13-24 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared January 28, 2023) MESSAGE: *In this chapter you will hear the strongest words of condemnation Jesus ever spoke during His ministry here on earth. Eight times Jesus called these ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:13-24

Denomination: Baptist

Living Generously. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Apr 22, 2024

Our lifestyles are to the glory of God to be abundant. With the abundance we have recieved we are able to give of our time, talents and treasures. Read on.

Lifestyle of generosity. This material should be used in conjunction with Dr Harry Wendt’s “In Heavens Name, Why on Earth?” There are many quotes throughout the sermon of Dr Harry. We Christian’s have a thing build into us by the Spirit of God, and this thing comes about due to the life change ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:5-6, 2 Corinthians 8:1-5, Matthew 4:10, Mark 12:30-31, 1 Peter 2:9, Matthew 6:33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Frenchie Upsets His Dad - Or - Would You Rather Be Very Poor Or Very Rich? Series

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Oct 12, 2024

Jesus's challenge to the rich young man - Does it leave us discombobulated and feeling uncomfortable? Which of the many interpretations is correct? [This sermon was preached 13 October 2024 when I was the guest preacher at St Nicholas Church Perivale in West London]

A very wealthy man came to his vicar and said, “Father, I’m having a problem with this tithing thing. You see I made £500,000 dollars last year. If I gave 10% then I’d have to give….” No - before I finish that anecdote - lets do a poll- would you rather be very rich or very poor - hands up ...read more

Scripture: Amos 5:6-15, Hebrews 4:12-16, 1 Chronicles 29:14, Mark 10:17-31, Luke 1:46-55  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

Using Your Gifts To Serve Others - Part 2

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Feb 1, 2020

Spiritual gifts to serve others. Can you find them out in a "spiritual gifts assessment?" Do you get one or two spiritual gifts and that's it? Or, are you immediately and obediently available to use whatever gift you have received at this very moment to serve others right now?

Using Your Gifts to Serve Others Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … 1 Peter 4:10 “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” And our memory refresher verse(s) for today is(are) … 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10, Romans 12:1-8, 1 Peter 3:15, John 13:34-35

Denomination: Nazarene