Sermons on Gift Giving:

Abraham Put God First

Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Jul 24, 2008

Abraham learned the power of faith in his life, there are four exciting things faith can do for you, come and see

ABRAHAM PUT GOD FIRST Text: Genesis 15:1-6 Scripture Reading: Colossians 3:5-11 INTRODUCTION: 1. Abraham is a remarkable character of faith 2. There are four lessons of faith we get from Abraham’s life: a. Faith changes people b. Faith has no age restriction c. Faith is courageous d. Faith is a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"What The World Needs Now--Contentment"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 9, 2009

A stewarship Sermon.

Matthew 6:24-34 Philippians 4:12-13 “What the World Needs Now—Contentment” By: Rev, Ken Sauer, Pastor, East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN Paul, a human being just like you and I, found the secret of contentment, but I am afraid that there are very few of us who make it to this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-34

Denomination: United Methodist

Reaching Across Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Oct 3, 2007

The What, Why, and How of Missions.

What’s going on? ---->When Hurricane Katrina left the Gold Coast in shatters, thousands of volunteers went to New Orleans and the outlying regions to help, and millions sent financial help to assist those displaced from their homes. The Red Cross set up and served hot meals to thousands, including ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:34-40

Denomination: Baptist

God Has To Make An Example

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Jul 13, 2010

You can’t profit illegally from the giving of your Time, Talent or Money especially when there is a command on what you are suppose to give.

God Has To Make An Example Acts 5: 1-11 Did anyone notice that 75 churches closed last week? Why do you think they closed? Introduction In the text there is 1) Greed (Vs. 1- 2) Selfishness (Vs.3) 3) ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Will We Not Withhold?

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Oct 8, 2010

God wants us to withhold nothing from him.

WHAT WILL WE NOT WITHHOLD? Isaac Butterworth October 10, 2010 Genesis 22:1-19 (NIV) 1 Some time later God tested Abraham. He said to him, "Abraham!" "Here I am," he replied. 2 Then God said, "Take your son, your only son, Isaac, whom you love, and go to the region of Moriah. Sacrifice ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

To Live Is...

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Oct 12, 2010

Truly living is to have Jesus First in order to shape and form our emotional perspective on death, for ourselves, and for those we love.

To Live Is… October 3, 2010 Phil 1:18b-26 Intro: How would you finish this sentence: “to live is…”? Take a few moments to think about that – in your experience and from your perspective, what does it mean to “live”? Our answers might include the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:18-26

Denomination: Baptist

Outlive Your Life

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 9, 2011

We are made to make a difference. Do not just spend your life, invest it. Believe that God can use you, and accomplish His purposes on earth.

[The thoughts in this sermon has been taken from Max Lucado's book Outlive Your Life.] You were made to make a different. We are not here to just make a living. • If we are called to be disciples of Christ, we are called to make a difference with our lives. Max Lucado shared this story in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Matter Of Trust

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 9, 2011

God must be Lord over every part of our lives; even our finances.

A Matter of Trust January 3, 2010 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God must be Lord over every part of our lives; even our finances. Focus Passage: Mark 12:41-44 Introduction: In Matthew, Mark, and Luke 1 out of every 6 verses deals with money. Of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Baptist

Learn How To Love

Contributed by Jeremiah Parker on May 23, 2008

We can love more perfectly through knowledge and discernment.

Learn How to Love Attention: I want to talk to you about love. Love is universally appreciated but is often misunderstood. Much of what passes for love in our society is not true love. True love is contrary to the natural tendency of fallen humanity. When a child is born into our society his ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walking In Abundance Or Lack?

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 22, 2009

The folly of trusting in humans is contrasted with the wisdom of trusting in the Lord. The families of Judah were committed to Baal worship.

Walking in Abundance or Lack? Text: Jeremiah 17: 5-8 In academic circles a favorite type of question to ask in an exam or an essay starts with the words ‘compare and contrast’. The task is to discuss the differences and similarities between two different ideas or situations, to show where they ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Let It Loose

Contributed by Ken Crow on Nov 19, 2009

We can release the power of God into our lives.

Let It Loose Exodus 4:2-4 (King James Version) Pastor Ken Crow 2And the LORD said unto him, What is that in thine hand? And he said, A rod. 3And he said, Cast it on the ground. And he cast it on the ground, and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:2-4

Denomination: Church Of God

"I Would Rather Receive"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Sep 6, 2011

How to know the condition of our heart and how to change it.

I have come to know that everything we do in this life is a heart issue. The Lord talks a lot in the bible about a hardened heart. A hardened heart is one that is not pliable, one that is hard to break through, one that shows no emotion. But a soft heart, one that is pliable can feel pain and give ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:31

Living By Faith In The New Year

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Jan 10, 2012

At age 75 years, Abraham enrolled in the "School of Faith." Now he was over 100 years old and was still learning experiences in faith. We are never too old to face new life challenges, fight new battles, and learn new truths. The moment we stop learning w

Intro: At age 75 years, Abraham enrolled in the "School of Faith." Now he was over 100 years old and was still learning experiences in faith. We are never too old to face new life challenges, fight new battles, and learn new truths. The moment we stop learning we begin to decline and fade. We then ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19

Denomination: *other

A Humble & Obedient Heart

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Apr 21, 2011

A message about the necessity of humbling our hearts, as shown by Jesus in LUKE 14:1-14. It is an explanation of this passage.

MATTHEW 23:11 “But the greatest among you shall be your servant.” When I was a teenager, I remember telling my father that I wanted to be a successful businessman when I grew up. He asked me what type of business I wanted to work in, and I told him I didn’t know, I just wanted to be a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: *other

"Paying Back" To Jesus? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Nov 29, 2011

Follow the example of worship of the woman who washed Jesus’ feet!

Do we owe anything to God and why?? God has given us everything we need! In our passage this morning we will learn from a woman who tried to pay back God. What did God say about it? Please open your Bibles to the Gospel of Luke; we are now in Chapter 7; we will look at v36-50 today; we will go ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Independent/Bible