Sermons on Give Reasons Why We Find It Necessary:

God Gives Work Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 14, 2019

Work molds us into better citizens, better members of our family and better servants of God.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Work, some people love it, others hate it, but most people need work to pay the bills. 2. Work, some can’t wait for the closing whistle, or they live for retirement, while others joyfully put in extra hours without extra pay because they love what they do. 3. The first person ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:9, Genesis 2:2, Genesis 2:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Ask For A Double Portion Anointing

Contributed by James Ledbetter on Jun 20, 2015

Sometimes we limit God. We ask, we receive! Ask for a double portion anointing. Why wouldnt God Give it? Ask today!

Want a Double Portion Of Anointing? Nine manifestation gifts are listed in I Corinthians 12:7–11: *Word of wisdom. *Word of knowledge. *Faith. *Gifts of healing. *Working of miracles. *Prophecy. *Discerning of spirits. *Divers kinds of tongues. *Interpretation of tongues. WE CAN HAVE A ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-12

Denomination: Apostolic

Training Camp Series

Contributed by Larry Pozza on Feb 10, 2007

Stewardship is an act of discipleship that takes training

Training Camp “And they were continually devoting themselves” Acts 2:42 Just as an athlete needs to get into shape to compete, so a steward of God’s resources needs training. The first exercise is to stretch. Stewardship involves stretching. Since stewardship is an oft neglected topic, the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Parables Of The Kingdom – The First - The Sower Or Rather The Soil – Part 4 Of 5 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 1, 2025

We are studying the third soil in the Parable of the Sower and now consider the reasons why the good seed gets choked by thorns. How many of us know someone who walked as a strong Christian but just departed the faith? It is a complex matter and we try to see why that happens.

PARABLES OF THE KINGDOM – THE FIRST - THE SOWER OR RATHER THE SOIL – Part 4 of 5 In the last message we did the seed that fell on the rocky soil, and we also did some of the seed that was choked by thorns. We will finish that choked seed this time. Let us revise the relevant verses from last ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:14, Matthew 13:7, Matthew 13:22, Mark 4:18-19, Matthew 11:28-29, Matthew 6:31-33, Matthew 6:34, 1 Timothy 6:9-11, Proverbs 21:17, Matthew 16:26, Philippians 4:11, Colossians 4:14, 2 Timothy 4:10, 1 Timothy 6:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Can't Everyone Be Nice Like Me? Series

Contributed by Doug Johnston on Jun 29, 2001

When we realize we’re the ones who should be the greatest influence for good in all our relationships, our frustrations will ease.

We must serve God in all our personal relationships we are in now. I. Follow and Respect Your Parents (1-3) A. We’re obliged to obey B. We can’t honor God and dishonor parents C. One reason parents speak is to make us think 1. Escape sin 2. To avoid danger and disappointment II. Encourage ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Sermon On The Amount

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Jun 4, 2004

You can’t take it with you...but you can send it on ahead!

If you were to study the New Testament to discover what Jesus talked about more than anything else, what do you think that would be? Relationship with God, Heaven, Hell, Prayer, Love? MONEY!!!! • 16 OF THE 38 PARABLES ARE CONCERNED WITH HOW TO HANDLE MONEY OR POSSESSIONS. • 1 OUT OF 10 VERSES ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-2, Malachi 3:6-12

Denomination: Church Of God

Give Jesus My Worry, He'll Give Me His Peace Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 14, 2022

Jesus gives me peace in exchange for my worry when I obsess over His kingdom rather than the things of this world

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

A Higher Standard

Contributed by Paul Hammons on Mar 13, 2007

Throughout the years, God has released great blessings when his children whole-heartedly followed him. Proverbs 3:5-10. What a great promise from Scripture! Do you realize that this promise still applies to us today?

A Higher Standard; Malachi 3:8-10 Throughout the years, God has released great blessings when his children whole-heartedly followed him. Proverbs 3:5-10. What a great promise from Scripture! Do you realize that this promise still applies to us today? The book of Malachi reveals how important the ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-10

Abounding Inthis Grace Also Series

Contributed by Tom Boerma on Oct 27, 2005

Giving what God desires.

FBC "Abounding in this Grace also !!" II Cor. 8: 2-7,11 10/30/05 Intro. I. Formula for successful giving. II Cor. 8:1-2 A. Giving is extending God’s grace. V 1 (2 Corinthians 8:1) Moreover, brethren, we do you to wit of the grace of God bestowed on the churches of Macedonia; Wed. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Give Jesus My Hurt, He'll Give Me His Love Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 14, 2022

Jesus gives me love in exchange for my hurt when I choose to fear Him rather than those who hurt me

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

We Need Christmas Because We Have A Judgment Problem Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 21, 2019

This third message in the series deals with the need for Christmas in order to deal with the problem man has with judgment from God

WE NEED CHRISTMAS BECAUSE WE HAVE A JUDGMENT PROBLEM John 3:16-19 (NIV) "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. 17  For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

Donation: The Reward Of A Succesful Steward Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 24, 2004

It is not our duration of life but our donation to life that counts. Giving has nothing to do with assets. Giving has everything to do with attitude.

Scripture Today we come to the conclusion of a series of messages on The ABCs of Stewardship. For the past four weeks we have been talking about stewardship, and today I want to talk about “Donation: The Reward of a Successful Steward.” The material for this message comes from Dr. John Maxwell. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:20-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Get The Most Out Of Giving

Contributed by Brian Mccutchen on Feb 8, 2005

God evaluates your generosity not in light of how much you give but how much you gave in light of how much He’s given you.

HOW TO GET THE MOST OUT OF GIVING Introduction A. How do I get the most out of giving? B. Remember that God is more interested in my attitude than the amount. C. If you’re going to give and get a reward out of it: 1. Give Willingly A. What’s important is your attitude when you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:6-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Test Me In This

Contributed by Joseph Neil Adams on Jan 1, 2008

I felt challenged to preach this because of the un-biblical approach to giving in my largest Church, & try to explain that our giving either honours or dishonours God.

Proverbs 3:1-18 Malachi 3:6-12 Texts: Proverbs 3:9 -10 ‘Honour the LORD with your wealth, with the first fruits of all your crops; then your barns will be filled to overflowing, and your vats will brim over with new wine. ’ Malachi 3:10 ‘Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

New Generosity Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Nov 12, 2000

New Life requires new generosity as shown by the Philippians

I want you put yourself in Paul’s shoes for a moment. Here he is, travelling around the Mediterranean, visiting exotic places; going on sea voyages; meeting interesting people. Sounds great doesn’t it? Well, perhaps not so great when you think about the way he met some of those interesting people, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-23

Denomination: Anglican