Sermons on Give Joyfully:

Don't Give Up On God & Don't Give Into The World!

Contributed by Kevin Shelton on May 23, 2003

When seeking assistance or help, don’t give up on GOD, and don’t give into the World!

21 Then Jesus went thence, and departed into the coasts of Tyre and Sidon. 22 And, behold, a woman of Canaan came out of the same coasts, and cried unto him, saying, Have mercy on me, O Lord, thou Son of David; my daughter is grievously vexed with a devil. 23 But he answered her not a word. And his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Give Up, Don't Give In

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Jul 2, 2020

Viewing your temporary sufferings in the full light of the coming eternal glory.

(1 Pet 1:3 NKJV) Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His abundant mercy has begotten us again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, (1 Pet 1:4 NKJV) to an inheritance incorruptible and undefiled and that does not fade away, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sustaining Grace: God's Favor Shown To His Suffering People Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Apr 1, 2012

We can joyfully endure suffering through God's grace, not through our ability to endure it

Purpose: To see suffering from God's viewpoint. Aim: I want the listener to apply God's solution to suffering. INTRODUCTION: Many times, when people are suffering they will say "I know that God has promised to never give you more than you can handle, but this time I think He may have given me more ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:6-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Get A Grip By Letting Go

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jan 13, 2007

Money makes a good servant but a lousy master... God’s will is that we master our money.

Title: Get a Grip by Letting Go Text: I Chronicles 29:10-17 Thesis: Money makes a good servant, but a lousy master… so if you want a life that counts, master your money. (I used a sermon written by Bryan Wilkerson titled Finding Financial Freedom as a springboard in developing this message. I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:10-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God, The Lord, My Strength Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Feb 27, 2006

We can make it through tough times because we live by faith, joyfully in Him.

Ray Charles was a pianist, singer, and composer featured in the award-winning biographical film Ray. The film reveals how Ray compensated for his blindness by learning to hear what others could not—a skill that would contribute to his musical talent. Scene: As a 10-year-old boy, Ray enters ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-19

Denomination: Brethren

Appreciating Your Pastor PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023

Encourages Christians to joyfully obey and support their spiritual leaders, recognizing their responsibility and aiding in the mission of Christ.

Greetings, beloved family in Christ. Today, we gather under the sheltering wings of His grace, bound by a shared love for our Lord and united in our quest for understanding His divine Word. Our hearts are open, our spirits eager, and our minds ready to receive the nourishment that only the Bread of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:17

Topics: Honor, Pastor

More Than All

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Nov 14, 2009

It isn’t how much you give to the work of the church that matters. It is how much you keep for yourself that concerns God.

Mark 12: 38 – 44 / More Than All Intro: In 1975 I assumed my duties as the pastor of Memorial Presbyterian church in South Bend, Indiana. It was a unique ethnic congregation with many customs and traditions. One such “tradition” was the publishing of the annual “Scandal Sheet of Giving.” --- A ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-44

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Godly Financial Management Part 5 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Feb 3, 2013

This message focuses on being a cheerful giver and our right to choose how much and how often we choose to give to the Lord.

Godly Financial Management Part 2 Paying God Part 5 Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 9:7; 1 Timothy 6:18-19; 1 Corinthians 16:1-2 Introduction: Previously I have shared with you that under the New Testament covenant you are not required to tithe and you will not bypass heaven and be sent straight to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stewardship In My Life

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Feb 25, 2016

This sermon is about the importance of honoring God with our money, and the blessings that come when we put the Lord first in our finances.

"Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to make all grace abound to ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Indescribable Gift Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 3, 2022

He emphasizes giving generously, giving bountifully, and giving the indescribable gift. The true Christian life is connected with giving the self, the sources, and giving the priceless gift of salvation to all.

AMC, 04.09.2022 Theme: Indescribable Gift Text: 2 Corinthians 9:1-15 The Lord is good and his love endures forever. Happy Teachers’ Day! St. Paul Having discussed in chapter 8, the principles of Christian giving, Now, he shares the promises that we can claim if we are faithful in our giving to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

An Unselfish Ambition

Contributed by Fred Lab on Feb 6, 2007

This is a sermon I put together for our 100% Sunday. Helping our church to realize our amazing potential.

ICCC 2-4-07 “An Unselfish ambition” Philippians 2 & Acts 2 Ralph L. Woods: An ambitious farmer, unhappy about the yield of his crops, heard of a highly recommended new seed corn. He bought some and produced a crop that was so abundant his astonished neighbors asked him to sell them a portion of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Joy Of Generosity Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Feb 6, 2007

Giving God’s way creates joy and peace, not guilt and fear.

THE JOY OF GENEROSITY (Based on Dr. Kregg Hood’s book: Take God At His Word) A. I Chronicles 29:12-14 (READ and COMMENT) LLUSTRATION: Arthur DeMoss, a gifted and godly BUSINESSMAN, built one of the most successful businesses of its kind in America and in the process gained a fortune of an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pursuing Godliness With Contentment Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Sep 9, 2004

How being content leads to godliness in the way we use our possessions.

September 12, 2004 GODLINESS with contentment When a Christian really grabs hold of the promises of God, he will realize that God has given him everything - absolutely nothing has been held back. First and foremost, he has complete perfection in Christ. Hebrews 10:10 states that we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6

Denomination: Lutheran

Living Content In A Discontent World

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Feb 13, 2008

A Christian can show Christ by living content in a world of Discontentment. However, many have become just like the discontent world.

Living Content in a Discontented World Phil 4:12 Doing without I read where a preacher said, "I hate the ice cream man. He takes a nice content moment and turns it into cravings for something my children don’t need and can’t afford – and turns contentment into discontentment." But there’s an ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:12

Denomination: Wesleyan

Finding Your Niche

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 4, 2007

Treasures that last for eternity

Finding Your Niche Sept. 7/8 2002 Intro: Jesus said, "Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Baptist