Sermons on Gifts General:

Imparting Spiritual Gifts Series

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Jan 1, 2014

SERVING IN GRACE SHARES THE GIFTS FROM THE HOLY SPIRIT THAT HAVE BEEN ENTRUSTED TO YOU

Romans 1:6-15 – Imparting Spiritual Gifts I. Called of Jesus Christ a. Paul is linking the believers at Rome experience to his own -- "called" b. This is a root word that relates to the church "the called out" ones c. Paul will later talk about calling as part of the process of salvation ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:6-15

Denomination: Church Of God

The Gift That Never Stops

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 15, 2014

There is a thirst in every heart that can only be satisfied by our Creator. This is seen in John's account of the woman at the well. Like her, we must encounter Jesus in order to satisfy the spiritual thirst we have.

THE GIFT THAT NEVER STOPS John 4:1-18 The Pharisees heard that Jesus was gaining and baptizing more disciples than John, 2 although in fact it was not Jesus who baptized, but his disciples. 3 When the Lord learned of this, he left Judea and went back once more to Galilee. 4 Now he had to go ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"I Am Gifted" Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Mar 5, 2014

What is Christ’s gift? Well it’s the spoils of his victory over sin and death. We know that he has all authority in heaven and on earth, he has inherited all of creation. So the measure of his gift is unlimited.

“I Am Gifted” (Eph 4:1-16) One of my best friends when I was growing up played hockey with me. We did everything together. Played army at construction sites, floor hockey in his huge basement, tobogganed on the hill behind his house, rode dirtbikes, went to the same school. He ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

The Gift Of Faith And Evangelism

Contributed by John D Jones on Aug 31, 2011

The effectiveness of the early church was not because of profound individuals, but ordinary people utilizing their gifts for ministry.

The Gift of Faith and Evangelism Acts 5:12-20 Introduction: As your read through the Bible, you will find just a few occasions in which God employed signs and wonders. These were used as an attention getter. They were tools by which God would signify to humanity that He was working in a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-42

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of Holy Stubborness

Contributed by Dr. Ade Oyeyemi on Feb 19, 2013

Prayer is an arduous task, persistent prayer brings result. The fervent prayer of the righteous availeth much. Engaging in prayer means standing in the face of defeat while others are falling, prayer requires a determination to continue waiting on the Lor

Among the vices mentioned in Galatians 5:19 are anger and stubbornness but these can be used in a holy way. Hatred of evil is considered a holy hatred, so is holy stubbornness that serves the purpose of carrying out an effort in a determined, persistent way until one prevails. Holy stubbornness is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8, Luke 18:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Manifestation Gifts - Healings

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 22, 2013

Spiritual gifts are manifestations of the Holy Spirit. These gifts belong to the church and are supernatural manifestations of the Holy Spirit and are manifest through Spirit-filled believers. These manifestations are visible expressions of the Holy Sp

The Manifestation Gifts - Healings 1 Corinthians 12:7-11 - But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to each one for the profit of all: for to one is given the word of wisdom through the Spirit, to another the word of knowledge through the same Spirit, to another faith by the same Spirit, to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7-11

Denomination: Charismatic

"Gifts From The Grave"

Contributed by Paul Norwood on Apr 21, 2014

Five gifts given to God's children because of the resurrection or the empty tomb.

“Gifts from the Grave” Text: Luke 24:1-8 I. Welcome II. Introduction When we lived in Hawaii, one of the great blessings was seeing these three cemeteries: Punchbowl; the Valley of the Temples; and the Arizona Memorial. We didn’t know anyone buried in these three locations but we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gifts Fit For A King Series

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Apr 30, 2014

God does not need us or anything we possess. So, what could we possibly give to Him?

Pastor Allan Kircher Shell Point Baptist Church 23 Feb 2014 Genesis 43:11-14 GIFTS FIT FOR A KING Intro: • Joseph’s brothers/one trip/Egypt to buy food • Came face to face/brother Joseph. • He recognized them, but they did not recognize him • to awaken their dead ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 43:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Gift To You Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jul 30, 2013

psalm 68 helps us understand what Jesus' ascension means for my life.

As we observe the incarnation of the Messiah, Jesus, during this Christmas season, we’ve been on a journey through some of the Messianic Psalms. We began in Psalm 8 where we saw the humility of Jesus that was demonstrated by His incarnation and his crucifixion. We then continued on to Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 68:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Gift To You Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 2, 2013

The church is Jesus' gift to each believer to help us carry out the work of ministry.

As we observe the incarnation of the Messiah, Jesus, during this Christmas season, we’ve been on a journey through some of the Messianic Psalms. We began in Psalm 8 where we saw the humility of Jesus that was demonstrated by His incarnation and his crucifixion. We then continued on to Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 68:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

A Magnificent Valentine Gift Series

Contributed by Richard Mc Quinn on Feb 12, 2012

We give and receive Valentine cards, flowers, candy and lots of love on this day, but we all need to stop and thank God Almighty for HIS Valentine give to us.

A MAGNIFICENT VALENTINES GIFT 2-12-12 New Liberty Christian Church, Veedersburg, IN with Rich McQuinn, Minister TEXT; JOHN 8:1-11 Do you remember the story behind the origins of Valentine’s Day? You know, it is called Valentine’s Day for a reason. Approximately 250 ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Christian Church

The Gift Of God's Love Series

Contributed by Bryan Fink on Feb 18, 2012

A proclamation of God's incredible gift of love and the invitation to unwrap it.

[Title Slide] One of the greatest stories I have ever come across is the story of the father and son Dick and Rick Hoyt. Rick, was born in 1962 with severe cerebral palsy and would be unable to walk or care for himself. It was a trying time for the family. At the age of 15 he communicated to his ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Methodist

Appreciate Your Gift!

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 2, 2011

God has given us the gift of eternal life. We need to pay close attention to the gift!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • We are in December! Christmas is right around the corner. What is one thing that in reality seems to take center-stage during the Christmas season? • GIFTS! • We all know it is supposed to be about Jesus, BUT? • Really, how many of us are willing to stay up all night to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Preparing To Receive The Gift

Contributed by Judith Hand on Dec 10, 2011

Preparing to be a witness and a voice in the world for the coming of Christ. Practical things to do while we wait for the promise of His coming again.

Preparing to Receive the Gift Most of us are preparing for Christmas right now and possibly the coming of family members to share the celebration. We are in the midst of decorating, shopping, cooking and cleaning. Somewhere in the background there is this nagging feeling that we have forgotten to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-28

Denomination: Methodist

The Christmas Gift Of Detachment

Contributed by James Kevin Bachmann on Dec 17, 2011

The gift of detachment will benefit us much more than any material gift.

The Christmas Gift of Detachment “What did you get for Christmas?” people often ask after the long-awaited day arrives on Dec. 25. They wait for the coming of Jesus as they do the coming of St. Nicholas, or Santa Claus. I read a story this week about a superior who received gifts from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Catholic