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This is the first in a series of stewardship messages focusing on building a life of stewardship. This message investigates themes of ownership, responsibility, and accountability.
Stewardship Pt 1 ¡V A Firm Foundation Genesis 1 This morning I want to begin a series of messages for stewardship month focusing on building a life of Christian stewardship. What is stewardship and what does it have to do with us? First let me dispel some myths about stewardship: Stewardship is ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 1:1-28
Denomination: *other
Mary’s act of selfless love in annointing Jesus’s feet with oil exemplifies for us the joy that comes is giving all that we have and all that we are to God.
Giving God Our Best “Count On Me” Message Series: Part 4 Cornerstone Church Rev. Gary A. Shockley, Senior Pastor January 26, 2003 A man on his deathbed called his preacher, his doctor and his lawyer to visit him. “I have $30,000 left in the bank and I want to take it all with me when I die. So, ...read more
Scripture: John 12:1-8, 1 Corinthians 4:7
Denomination: Methodist
A study of the service gifts with which God equips His Church.
Text: Rom 12:7-8, Title: Hands and Feet, Date/Place: NRBC, 12.4.11, AM Opening illustration: heard of the church that gave new members 9 weeks to find a “ministry” or they told them that they would probably fit better at another church where they could do nothing…Or the ...read more
Scripture: Romans 12:6-8
Denomination: Baptist
Christmas Day sermon that examines some gifts we should give to our risen King of Kings.
“What Should I Give the King?” Text: Matthew 2:1-11 I. Welcome II. Introduction I am – and I hope you are too – doubly blessed this morning. Not only is this my favorite day of the entire year – Christmas Day – a day of Santa Claus’ presents, stockings, ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
It’s good to give gifts. The story of the wise men giving their gifts to Jesus teaches us three things about giving today: Give an unexpected gift, give a gift with genuine joy, and give a gift that will last.
CHRISTMAS: THE GIVING OF GIFTS INTRO TO TOPIC: Have you ever heard anyone say, “Christmas isn’t really about the gifts”? • “Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights.” (James 1:17). God loves to give good gifts! • “Thanks be unto God for His ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12
The Bible presents us with the amazing story of Jesus birth – God’s gift to mankind – and we need to remind others that this is the real reason we celebrate Christmas. It’s more about receiving Christ the greatest gift of all and then giving a gift to oth
Christmas Eve Service: Video Illustration: The Nativity from wingclips.com of the wise men giving gifts to baby Jesus. Sermon: The gift of giving Introduction: The wise men gave gifts to Jesus in the Christmas story from Matthew 2:1-2 and 11. The practice of giving gifts at Christmas is traced back ...read more
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Christmas is a time of gift giving. Our giving is symbolic of the best gift - the gift of a Savior.
Christmas Eve Service “The Best Gift” Romans 6:23 Dec. 24, 2005 Rev. Wm. A. Huegel Wallingford FBC “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Romans 6:23 He came to that which was his own, but his own did not receive Him. Yet to all who received ...read more
Scripture: Romans 6:23-24
I have entitled this today: “Knowing How To Use Our Gifts” God does not want us to be ignorant in the church world. He has given us gifts and He wants us to know how to use what He has given us. What has He given you and do you know how to use that which
Knowing How To Use Our Gifts Romans 12:3-8 Ro 12:3 For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith. 4 For as we have many ...read more
Scripture: Romans 12:3-8
Denomination: Assembly Of God
When you put God first, you will suffer. Over all your friends, you got to fight the good fight of faith
Joshua 24: 14-18 If I had a chance to speak individually to every American, I would say to them. “You have a right to be Christ like.” Instead of withdrawing from the presents of God, we should be trying to continue, in the things of God. Make a conscious effort to try to stay in the ...read more
Scripture: Joshua 24:14-18
Part 3 of the series Getting a Grip on My Finances focuses on warning signs over overextending one’s finances.
(Power point available) SLIDE 1 A recent government report with a boatload of statistics reveals people owe for a lot of big things other than houses. These debts all need to be repaid, and meanwhile finance companies are pulling in a lot of interest payments from the loans, which total well over ...read more
Scripture: Proverbs 3:27-28, Malachi 3:8
What qualifications would Abel have for being included in the Hall of Faith (Hebrews 11)
Able vs. Unable (Genesis 4:1-8) Abel was a shepherd. Cain was a farmer. Cain would end up making Abel the first person martyred for the truth. What led to this extreme act of violence? I. The Offering A. Two different offerings 1. Abel offered fat portions from the ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 4:1-8, Hebrews 11:1
When looking at financial matters, being either wealthy or poor is not necessarily the right thing. Adapted from a John C. Maxwell sermon.
Stewardship: The Missing Piece to Successful Living "Poverty or Prosperity-Which is Biblically Correct?" 2 of 4 January 12, 2002 FBC, Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: On any given day you turn on the television and watch one preacher tell you that if you ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 6:24
Jesus is asked to referee in a fight over money. He points out we can suffer from the sin of affluenza, then reminds us all we have is God’s
I am grateful for sermoncentral which is one of the many resources I used in preparing this message. WHOSE IS IT ANYWAY? February 10, 2008 Jay Davis Robison LUKE 12:13-31 Have I got a stock tip for you For 6 yrs running, voted Most Innovative among Fortune mag’s Most Admired Companies ...read more
Scripture: Luke 12:13-31
No deja el regalo mas valioso envuelto. Unos quieren negarlo o ignorarlo. Un mensaje navideño.
El Regalo Inesperado, Negado, y No Abierto Hay regalos que fueron presentados a Cristo, y debemos ofrecer lo que es de valor a Cristo hoy día también. Mt. 2:11 Cuando entraron en la casa, vieron al niño con María su madre, y postrándose le adoraron. Entonces abrieron sus tesoros y le ofrecieron ...read more
Scripture: Hebrews 8:3-4
Denomination: Pentecostal
It’s considered impolite to attend a party without bringing a gift for the host or honoree. We should feel honored to receive an invitation to attend. Therefore, it’s extremely important that we bring the right gifts to the honoree.
Today, we gather to discuss the significance of "The Ultimate Birthday Celebration." It is a time-honored tradition for people around the world, both believers and non-believers, to celebrate on December 25th. While the exact date of Jesus Christ's birth is not mentioned in the Bible, we celebrate ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 9:3
Topics: Christmas, Gift Giving