Sermons on Give A Testimony:

If God Is For Us..... Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Aug 31, 2009

If God is for us, who can be against us; share the power of eternal life by telling them about Jesus Christ!

Hooray! We will finish the Book of Genesis today!! I hope you have learned how awesome God is and how loving He is! Whenever you open your Bible, will you remind yourself of how it all began: In the beginning God! From the Book of Genesis we learned: God created everything! God promised ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:1-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Giving Away Our Hearts

Contributed by Tim Patrick on May 12, 2008

Discover the joys and demands of giving our hearts in service to others.

Someone has said “There are two kinds of people: givers and takers; the takers eat better but the givers sleep better.” How are you sleeping at night? In my last church there was a young man named Chris who gave a testimony one Sunday. In his testimony he said “All my life I have been a taker. From ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:7-9

Denomination: Baptist

Truth Or Consequences Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Aug 30, 2010

The ninth commandment calls for us to balance truth-telling with protection of and the good welfare of others.

“Law & Order: SPU – Truth or Consequences” Ex. 20:16; Eph. 4:14-16; Col. 3:5-10 I love the story from Derek Helt about a minister who, one Sunday morning, said to his congregation, “Next week I plan to preach about the sin of lying. In preparation for that message, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Gracious Giving To God's Work PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Inspire us to give graciously and selflessly, understanding that it's not the amount we give, but the attitude and love with which we give.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a thought-provoking passage from the book of Mark that will challenge us to reevaluate our perspective on giving. This passage is about a poor widow who, despite her poverty, gave all she had to the temple treasury. It's a story that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:42

Topics: Importance Of Giving

I Spend So I Can Glorify God Series

Contributed by T D on Dec 28, 2010

Stewardship

I Spend So I Can Glorify God Did you know that the first modern-day lottery was started in 1963 in the state of New Hampshire. Did you know that the state of Massachusetts, started their lottery in 1972 with 50 cent tickets and a drawing once a week. It now has 33 different games to choose from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:12-15

Denomination: Evangelical Free

What Are You Investing In?

Contributed by Shawn Hamilton on Jun 2, 2009

This sermon is one that is on the difficult subject of giving and investing in God.

Where is Your Investment? Hebrews 11:1-11:16 (Intro) A preacher named Ray Stedman traveled across the country for a week of meetings. The only problem was, his baggage didn’t make it. He needed a couple of suits so he went down to the local thrift shop. When he told the salesman, "I’d like to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Investing In God's Program

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Oct 18, 2010

God expects believers to give in support of his kingdom work, but we must examine our motives for doing so.

Investing in God’s Program Matthew 6:1-4 INTRODUCTION A. Most significant event of the late 19th century. 1. Urban and city growth (immigrants and those from rural areas began to pour in). 2. Better education, culture could be enjoyed (theaters, museums, art galleries). 3. An exciting time ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

How To Give To God Part 3

Contributed by David Scudder on Nov 23, 2010

If we have really given our bodies to Christ then giving our wallets will be easy. The reason we struggle to give our wallets to Christ is because we don=t trust the Lord with what we already have, i.e. our bodies.

Purpose: To encourage biblical giving. Aim: I want the listener to learn how to worship God with their giving. INTRODUCTION: Why did Paul say: “Therefore I urge you, brethren, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies a living and holy sacrifice, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Way To A Healthier Life

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Aug 24, 2010

This sermon deals with the principles that should characterize our giving-to the local church and otherwise.

THE WAY TO A HEALTHIER LIFE II CORINTHIANS 9:6-15 INTRODUCTION Sir Winston Churchill said; “We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” This is similar to the teaching of Jesus: “Where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.” (Matthew 6:21) Dr. Karl Menninger, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:6-15

Denomination: Baptist

Good Gifts! Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Jun 3, 2008

The desire to give used to be part of our God given nature! This sermon outlines 4 reasons we like to give!!

Text: Matthew 7:9-12 Title: Good gifts! Series: The Giving Church Topic: Giving Occasion: Burnside Christian Church, June 1st, 2008 Proposition: The desire to give used to be part of our God given nature! Let’s look at 4 reasons we give! Introduction: This month, our focus will turn to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From Pack Rat To Cheeful Giver

Contributed by Marci Cook on Jun 19, 2008

Turning our attitudes of selfishness to an attituce of giving.

Luke 12:32 “Do not fear, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom. Luke 12:34 For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. When my husband’s grandmother passed away, her family had to go through all the things she left behind. We found in her ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It Is More Blessed To Give Than To Receive Series

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Apr 29, 2017

This sermon challenges us to determine what we are living by and how to put our giving into practice

Acts 20:17-38 It is more blessed to give than to receive Introduction This portion of scripture is part of the Apostle Paul’s farewell tour. He is on his way to Jerusalem and foresees that he will never see the elders in the church of Ephesus again. As Paul speaks his farewell message he does ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-38

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Give Attention To Your Character

Contributed by Tim Patrick on May 1, 2006

In this sermon you will consider the importance of developing a Christ honoring character.

It is necessary at times to give extra attention to components of our lives. Sometimes it may be your weight. Sometimes it may be a health issue. Sometimes it may be an emotional issue. However, one aspect of our lives should receive life time attention. That is our character. What kind of story ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12

Denomination: Baptist

God Never Gives Up Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 23, 2018

Because of His relentless love, God does not give up on us even when we give up on Him

ENGAGE Show clip from “Taken”. This gripping scene is from the 2008 film “Taken”. In that movie, retired CIA agent Bryan Mills, played by Liam Neeson, has only 96 hours to find his daughter, who has been kidnapped. Early in the movie we learn that Mills’ relationship with his daughter hasn’t ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do I Give?

Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 23, 2000

Why should people give to the church when their money is tight?

Why Do I Give? Malachi 3:10 "Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the Lord of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it." ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:10

Denomination: Baptist