Sermons on Gideons Sacrifice:

Everything Has A Price Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Apr 15, 2014

Everything has a price.

“The Journey of a Lifetime: Everything Has a Price” Mt. 21:1-11 A teenaged boy – let’s call him Fred – with great academic potential was unable to go to college because he could not afford it. But one day Fred received a call from the college to which he had applied ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Offering On The Tent Of Meeting

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 27, 2015

To show that our hands (through, in and by the LORD JESUS) was laid on the Offering: JESUS CHRIST and the LORD JESUS CHRIST blood sprinkled in our hearts.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you an offering? Yes. A living sacrifice before the LORD. Romans 12:1-2 (Amplified Bible) I APPEAL to you therefore, brethren, and beg of you in view of [all] the mercies of God, to make a decisive dedication of your bodies [presenting all your members and faculties] as a living ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 3:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

One Dangerous Desire Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Feb 26, 2006

4th in series on Judges. This message is about Gideon and Abimelech and deals with the dangerous desire of recognition.

The Verdict on Judges One Dangerous Desire February 26 How God’s Victory became Gideon’s Victory Headline in the Manessah Times: 300 destroy army of 120,000 with torches and trumpets Gideon was a timid farmer hiding his grain in a wine press. When God told him to fight the Midianites he ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Is This Happening To Me? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 5, 2023

Explore God's call, purpose, and faithfulness in the midst of suffering, using the biblical story of Gideon as a guide.

Good morning, church family! Picture this: You're going about your normal day, minding your own business, when suddenly you're confronted by a divine messenger with an enormous task. That's exactly what happened to Gideon in the book of Judges - specifically, Judges 6:11-16. Let's read the passage ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-16

Topics: Suffering

Abraham: Lay It On The Altar

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 11, 2005

The need for sacrifice

Intro: Can you remember back to high school or college, at some of your teachers and their test-taking opportunities? I can think of two different extremes in teachers I had. The first was Mr. Harris. He was my history teacher in college. He always gave the opportunity to pick the test you ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Let God Change You

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jun 7, 2013

Practical ways to let God's transformation and change take place in your life.

How to Let God Change You “Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.” Romans 12:2 Intro: Do you know ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

One Bad Accounting

Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Jul 6, 2011

We all make mistakes, even David. Jesus paid the price for our mistakes but still demands a sacrifice of us, our lives must be living sacrifice. And a sacrifice is not a sacrifice if it costs you nothing.

ONE BAD ACCOUNTING 1 Chronicles 21 Scripture Reading: 1 Samuel 17:40-49 INTRODUCTION 1. David is one of the good guys of Bible history for the most part a. God calls him a "man after God's own heart" b. He was, all in all, a good egg 2. But he was not without chinks in his armor a. One of his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 21:1-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon # 3 - Shadow Versus The Truth Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Feb 27, 2025

In the Old Testament there were shadows of things that were fulfilled only through Christ in the New Testament. As we live in a world where truth is overshadowed by falsehood, let us hold firmly to God and His word so we can walk and live by the truth.

We read in Philippians 4:8, Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. (ESV) The above mentioned verse ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8, Genesis 1:1, Genesis 1:31, Genesis 2:3, Genesis 2:16-17, Genesis 3:21, 1 John 2:2, Hebrews 9:22, Hebrews 11:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Un-Comprehensible Faith

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Apr 13, 2005

This sermon is about the uncomprehensible faith that could even sacrifice, or be willing to sacrifice a son.

I. What if God had said? C. Maye, take your son Bob to Lover’s Leap and offer him there as a burnt sacrifice. Dick and Dee, take Delaney; Marc and David take Kit; Larry & Sarah take Lyndal; Minnie take that grandbaby Raley up on the mountain and offer her as a burnt sacrifice; Debbie & Stan take ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: United Methodist

Memorial Day 2023

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 30, 2023

This message looks at three characteristics of Memorial Day: The Flag, The sacrifice, and The Benefit of the Sacrifice

MEMORIAL DAY 2023 SAVING PRIVATE RYAN PART 1 INTRODUCTION: CURRENTLY, IN THE UNITED STATES A TOTAL OF 24 DAYS ARE REMEMBERED WITH REGARD TO OUR MILITARY. THESE DAYS SPAN FROM THE BIRTHDAY OF THE AIR FORCE TO VETERANS DAY. IN THE LIST I LOCATED, MEMORIAL DAY IS THE 18TH DAY REMEMBERED REGARDING ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:15, Hebrews 9:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Jehovah-Shalom "The Eternally Self-Existent One Is Peace" Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Aug 21, 2011

The lesson that Gideon had to learn before he could be used of God is that "The LORD is peace" in verse 24.

Purpose: To explain that God is our only source for peace. Aim: I want the listener to rest assured of God's peace. INTRODUCTION: It has been more than 200 years since God revealed Himself as Jehovah-M'Kaddesh (the LORD who sets apart or makes holy). The promised land has been conquered and ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Few Faithful Followers PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 14, 2023

Explores God's divine wisdom and power, emphasizing faith and trust in God over human strength, through the story of Gideon.

Welcome, friends. It's such a blessing to be gathered here today. We are here, in this sacred space, to reflect on God's word and His divine wisdom. We are here to learn, to grow, and to be inspired. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the book of Judges, specifically chapter 7, verses 1 to 8. ...read more

Scripture: Judges 7:1-8

Topics: Courage, Commitment, Discipleship

Flexibility - A Crazy Idea

Contributed by Chris Bartholomew on Jul 21, 2020

From Gideon we learn four steps to being flexible enough for God to use us in His Kingdom.

Flexibility - A Crazy Idea Judges 6-7 We are in the second half of a series called “Heroes of Hope.” It is a 5 week series that looks at some Heroes from scripture that had a huge faith in God. We started by looking at the story of Moses and the Israelites departure from Egypt. We discovered that ...read more

Thanks-Living Pt 1

Contributed by Chris Mccall on Nov 21, 2012

A living sacrifice is different from all other sacrifice. A regular sacrifice would require something to die. Paul is appealing to us to offer this sacrifice that would continue to be very much alive, but surrendered or dedicated to the service of God.

We find the Apostle Paul appealing to all those who have experienced the mercy, love, & goodness of God. It is kind of like the “give-back program” because of all that has been done already for us. I want us to consider, during this holiday season of Thanksgiving, the idea Paul is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Is God When It Hurts? Part 2 Series

Contributed by Paul Kuzma on Feb 19, 2002

Gideon is "the cutter down", who shows us where God is in the midst of your disappointment and pain.

I. INTRODUCTION A. Where Is God When It Hurts? 1. A complex question with no simple answers, and the whole world is asking. B. Last week, we talked about how, though simplistic sounding, it’s truth nonetheless that in the midst of your pain, God is with you. 1. Want to a biblical story ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare