Sermons on Give With Generosity:

A Time Of Testing PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 18, 2024

This sermon encourages self-examination and reaffirmation of faith during the Lenten season, drawing strength and guidance from Jesus Christ's love and grace.

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, we gather here today, not as disparate souls, but as a unified body, bound by the love of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here, not because we are compelled by ritual or tradition, but because we are drawn by the irresistible pull of His divine grace. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5

Topics: Lent

Go! And… Live The New Life - Ephesians 4:17–32 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 1, 2025

Have you ever noticed how sometimes people say they are “Christian” yet their life looks no different from the world?

Go! And… Live the New Life - Ephesians 4:17–32 Introduction: Living the Difference Have you ever noticed how sometimes people say they are “Christian” yet their life looks no different from the world? Imagine you were watching a football match, and one player proudly wore his team’s jersey but ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32, Romans 6:6, Colossians 3:9-10, Galatians 2:20, 2 Corinthians 5:17, John 10:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Empty Promises Of Easter

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 24, 2005

The world gives us promises full of emptiness: the Lord gives us emptiness full of promise.

The Empty Promises of Easter (Developed from a message originally preached by Steven Kellett) Luke 24.1-11 March 27, 2005 Cheater, IL FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A About four years ago, I bought a bottle of a medication that promised to give me something back that I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Perfecting Power Of Patience

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Mar 26, 2001

I saw a plaque recently that said, “Lord, give me patience, and give it to me now!”

James 1:2-4; 5:7-12 The antiquated train on a branch line was creeping slowly through the countryside when suddenly it came to a dead stop. The only passenger in the car, a salesman riding the line for the first time, asked the conductor why they had stopped. The conductor said, “Nothing to worry ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-12, James 1:2-4

Denomination: Baptist

He's Alive

Contributed by Andy Patterson on Mar 16, 2005

The Resurection gives us more than just eternal life, it gives us abundant life!

He’s Alive! Hebrews 7:25 Throughout the Bible we find that God speaks to us concerning the resurrection of Jesus! a. Jesus predicted it! Matthew 16:21, 26:32 b. God’s plan provided for it! Romans 1:4 c. Scripture gives proof of it! Acts 1:3-5 d. Preachers are to preach about it! Acts ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:25

Denomination: Baptist

"How Do You Spell Christmas?" Series

Contributed by Danny Moss on Dec 8, 2006

This message brings out many of the blessings of Christmas that God gives us all in giving Christ.

"HOW DO YOU SPELL Christmas?" Preached-at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church Sunday morning, Dec. 10th, 2006 Rev. Danny Moss, pastor mssdnny@yahoo.com Introduction- How do you spell Christmas? I believe that one way we can spell it is P E A C E. That was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:14

Denomination: Baptist

Depression - Part 2

Contributed by Ted Mulder on Dec 11, 2004

God has a cure for Depression. Part 1 gives the reasons - part 2 gives the answers!

What do we do when we are depressed? Irritability, sadness, exhaustion, low self-image, destructive self-criticism, shame, guilt, manic behavior, suicidal thoughts or acts. ILLUS: In the February addition of the Reader’s Digest there was an advertisement for Paxil, an anti-depressant. It began ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:15-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Are The Nine? Series

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Jul 12, 2012

How important that we give thanks for what is accomplished in Jesus's name. Stop and give thanks.

Where are the Nine? Luke 17: 11/13-17 “And it came to pass, as he went to Jerusalem, [speaking of Jesus] that He passed through the midst of Samaria and Galilee. And as He entered into a certain village, there met him ten men that were lepers, which stood afar off; and lifted up their ...read more

Denomination: *other

Greatful Heart

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Dec 7, 2022

It’s a good thing to give thanks because God commands us to give thanks.

It is a good thing to give thanks unto the Lord, and to sing praises to Your name, O Most High” (Ps. 92:1). Do you want the blessings of God? I know I do! First of all, what ways God has blessed you, and then secondly, how you can in turn bless others. This week, let us meditate on the blessings ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prepare For Battle Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 9, 2018

If you’re going to be ready to face the spiritual battles ahead, you must let God roll away your shame, relish your salvation, and respect your Sovereign Lord.

Some time ago, a fictitious manual for Peace Corp volunteers headed for South America contained the following advice on “What to Do If Attacked by an Anaconda”: #1, If you're attacked by an anaconda, do not run; the snake is faster than you are. #2, Lie flat on the ground. #3, Put your arms ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The God Who Blesses Beyond Measure Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 20, 2025

God is not limited in His giving; His blessings overflow far beyond human imagination or expectation.

THE GOD WHO BLESSES BEYOND MEASURE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 3:20 Key Verse: “Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us.” (Ephesians 3:20 KJV) Supporting Texts: Malachi 3:10, Deuteronomy ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Spotlight On Missions

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Mar 23, 2014

A brief challenge about supporting missionaries through the Faith Promise Plan, explaining why to give to missions, what faith promise giving is and the blessings that attend giving to missions.

Spotlight on Missions Chuck Sligh March 23, 2014 TEXT: Mark 16:15 – “And He said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.” INTRODUCTION When someone leaves this earth, their last words take on added import. You gather around the bedside and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15

Denomination: Baptist

The Love Of God-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 2, 2021

3 of 5. Paul highlighted the necessity of self-giving love to the proper outworking of Christian living. Self-giving love is essential to true Christianity, but How or in What ways is it essential? As A Christian, the Love of God must Humble my...

The LOVE Of GOD-III—1Corinthians 13:1-13 Attention: Lost in the Translation: A husband & wife are at a recognized high-brow restaurant celebrating their anniversary. Looking the menu over, they were shocked to see a dish named, “hickory-smoked road-kill possum jowls in pancake syrup.” They ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:3, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Easter Makes A Difference

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Apr 18, 2009

Easter 2: Easter makes a difference. It changes cold, hard, self-centered people into a community that cares for one another. It gives boldness to weak hearts. It gives hope to suffering spirits. It provides a perspective.

Christ is Risen! He is risen, indeed – Alleluia! Life in the time of Jesus was hard – maybe even mean. There are plenty of examples of this. Justice was often quick and oftentimes harsh. Look at what happened to Jesus! He was celebrating Passover with his disciples on Thursday night, and by ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-35

Denomination: Lutheran

What’s The Danger In Having A God Of Second Chances?”

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Nov 16, 2013

A look at the dangers that come with presuming on God giving a second chances. Thankfully, He is a God who loves giving second chances, but sometimes we get in trouble by expecting they'll always be available.

DOES GOD ALWAYS GIVE A SECOND CHANCE? Second chances are a gift, not a right. - Jonah 3:1. - We should not presume on God’s mercy. - There are times when a window of opportunity on a second chance closes: a. Timing issue with the opportunity. - Example: my church plant getting ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1

Denomination: Baptist