Sermons on Giver Or Taker:

The Spirit Of Truth

Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Apr 29, 2011

We are to know the Holy Spirit for He is the truth giver.

The Spirit of Truth. By Gerald Van Horn Text: “Howbeit when He, the Spirit of truth is come, he will guide you into all truth.” John 16:13. We are to know the Holy Spirit. John 14:17. “Even the Spirit of truth: whom the world cannot receive, because it seeth Him not, neither ...read more

Scripture: John 16:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Triune God - The Work Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Apr 7, 2019

The Holy Spirit is the Sanctifier & Giver of Fruit and Gifts

Essential Truths: The Triune God - The Holy Spirit: Sanctifier & Giver of Fruit and Gifts – March 24, 2019 I really wish it weren’t true, but I’m pourous. I’m made of clay. I’m breakable, leaky and I fade. I get depleted. Can you relate? I don’t mean relate to ME being these, things. I mean ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:13-14, John 7:38-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Cheerful Giving Series

Contributed by George Henry Ochieng on Apr 3, 2020

GRACIOUSNESS BEGETS GRACIOUSNESS- GOD LOVES A CHEERFUL GIVER

GRACIOUSNESS BEGETS GRACIOUSNESS- GOD LOVES A CHEERFUL GIVER A] Hebrews 11:6 And without faith living within us it would be impossible to please God. For we come to God in faith knowing that HE IS REAL and that HE REWARDS THE FAITH of those who GIVE ALL THEIR PASSION AND STRENGTH INTO SEEKING ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6, 2 Kings 4:8-10

The Lord Giveth And The Lord Taketh Away Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Feb 10, 2021

Greetings in the Holy Name of Jesus Yahshuah, My sisters and brothers, we are a suffering lot.

The Lord Giveth And The Lord Taketh Away by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (February 11, 2021) “And said, Naked came I out of my mother's womb, and naked shall I return thither: the Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away; blessed be the name of the ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:21, John 10:10

Denomination: Friends

When You Ask From God Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Sep 11, 2016

We had to be careful when we ask from God through praying making sure that it is in accordance to His will and He has promised to grant our prayers.

We are continuing our study in the Book of 1 Samuel. We are now in chapter 8 - we are studying one chapter at a time. Every chapter has a spiritual application for all of us if we only know how to look for them. Today, we are going to talk about asking God in prayer. Do you know that one of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-21

Denomination: Nazarene

"Lessons About Marriage" 1 Cor. 7 Pt 7 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 4, 2008

Paul in chapter 7 of 1 Corinthians addresses three main subjects, “Let’s talk sex and do it God’s way,” “Divorce is not an option for the Christian” and then, “Decide for yourself to marry or not to marry.”

“Lessons about Marriage” Opening Illustration: Blue Fishtv.com. - “Christian Marriage” thoughts by Les and Leslie Parrot on marriage Thesis: Paul in chapter 7 of 1 Corinthians addresses three main subjects, “Let’s talk sex and do it God’s way,” “Divorce is not an option for the Christian” and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living A Generous Life

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Oct 29, 2013

This message looks at how understanding what God has done for us, compels us to become generous as God's people. We cannot serve God and Money.

Living A Generous Life 10/26/13 Proverbs 3:1-10 Luke 19:1-10 Today we are in week six of our 40 Days of Community in which we have discovered we are Better Together as we work to build New Life At Calvary. Today we are going to talk about generosity. How many of you think our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Measure A Man

Contributed by James O. Davis on Nov 24, 2015

The world measures a man by brains, or by brawn, or by bucks. How do we, as Christians, measure a man? We measure a man by the manner of his life, the message of his life and the motto of his life.

How To Measure A Man Dr. James O. Davis Acts 20 What is the measure of a real man? Let this message grip your heart forever. The apostle Paul is revisiting a strategic mission field. And he comes to Miletus and there he gathers with him the Ephesian elders. And he has a time walking with them ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:19-36

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Shiloh"

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 10, 2002

Are we ready for Shiloh, the “Rest-Giver”, the “one who comes”?

“Shiloh” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts (note to Civil War enthusiasts—Shiloh was the name of a significant battle in the War Between the States, but it originally came from the Old Testament) This chapter records Jacob’s blessing on his sons who gather ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 49:8-12

Denomination: Congregational

Steppin To A New Level Of Blessing Series

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 31, 2006

THis sermon deals with encouraging people to become more generous givers.

Stepping Up To A New Level Of Blessing GNLCC Proverbs 3:5-10 2 Corinthians 9: Have you ever blessed someone with a surprise gift that you knew he or she was going to love? There was a sense of expectation of joy and delight in your own heart as the person open the gift. Sometimes the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

True Generosity Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Feb 20, 2007

True generosity is seen not in the amount one gives but in the attitude of the giver

Introduction: Video Clip – It is a wonderful life. Why is it that it takes a crisis to inspire generosity? When our hero, George Bailey is in trouble, the town of Bedford Falls goes out of their way to help him in his time of need. Meeting needs is not just the stuff of Hollywood, it seems ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:14-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Light Of The Word Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Oct 31, 2014

Jesus, the WORD, is not only the Life-Giver but the Light-bearer in the darkness.

“The Light of THE Word” We’ve begun studying the prologue of the Gospel of John: The purpose of John, the Jewish evangelist, is to convince sinners of the true person of Jesus Christ. This Gospel is an evangelistic, salvation book. In John 20:31 John’s summary is: ...read more

Scripture: John 1:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

To Thessalonians, With Love Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Dec 24, 2023

What kind of a gift giver is God? (Advent #4-- Love)

Good Christmas Eve morning! Boys and girls, one more sleep until Christmas morning! Hopefully everyone has their shopping done, presents wrapped, stockings hung, cookies baked, and plans made. And I hope those plans include coming back this evening for our Christmas Eve service. It’s going to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Everybody Should Worship Jesus Christ!

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 11, 2015

Everybody should worship Jesus: 1. Because He is the Lord God (vs. 1). 2. Because He is the light giver (vs. 4-9). 3. Because He is the love giver (vs. 10-11). 4. Because He is the life giver (vs. 1-3 & 12-13).

Everybody Should Worship Jesus Christ! John 1:1-13 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 13, 2014 *We call this a worship service, and most of us are here today to worship the Lord. But what do we mean when we say we have come to worship the Lord? *Melvin Newland gave one of the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

We Harvest God's Blessings

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jul 14, 2006

Pentecost 5 [Harvest Festival (C)] Believers harvest God’s blessing because our God is our generous giver so that we can also live as thankful givers.

WE HARVEST GOD’S BLESSINGS July 9, 2006 - PENTECOST 5 / HARVEST FESTIVAL - 2 Corinthians 9:6-11 * * * * * * * * * Dear Fellow-Redeemed and Saints in the Lord: Suddenly we realize that in our blessed nation of the United States, we live, as it seems, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11

Denomination: Lutheran