Sermons on Gives Me Strength:

Pursuing God In Giving Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 31, 2010

1) The Danger of False Righteousness. 2) The Practice and Reward of False Giving 3) The Practice and Reward of True Giving

With the recent earthquake in Haiti, there has been a world wide outpouring of assistance. In Canada and the United States we just saw two telethons, where celebrities participated to raise funds. One curious phenomena was the participation of John Travolta. "I have arranged for a plane to take ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Other

What Can Half A Penny Do?

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Feb 21, 2011

A sermon on the true meaning of giving. The value of a gift is not determined by its amount, but by the sacrifice and spirit in which it is given.

What Can Half A Penny Do? "Then a poor widow came and dropped in two small coins." Mark 12:42 (NLT) Intro: John Wesley’s Journal---Thursday, May 7, 1741. —I reminded the United Society that many of our brethren and sisters had not needful food; many were destitute of convenient clothing; ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Learn From Me Series

Contributed by Arthur Mathis on Mar 16, 2003

Jesus has called us to come to Him and to take His yoke because it is light and then says to each one of us to learn from Him. As the God/man he knows how to live life and he wants us to learn from Him. This is an introduction to the spiritual disciplines

Many ask themselves when problems arise – "WWJD" – or "What would Jesus do?" Yet, sometimes that could be too late to be asking that question. As Christians, we figure that if we knew what Jesus would do—then we would know how to respond to a given situation. But there is a flaw in this line of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ Crucified In Me Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jul 27, 2007

As Easter approaches, we want to have a better understanding and a deeper revelation of what God did for us at the cross.

Introduction Begin today- focus our hearts on- death/resurrection. As Easter approaches, we want to better understand- have a deeper revelation of- what God did for us. The death/resurrection of Jesus Christ- nice story, an historical fact, but do I understand its significance. 1Jn 4:2-3 2 By ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:2-3, 1 John 4:3

Denomination: Charismatic

Come And Follow Me PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 15, 2024

Explores Jesus' call to discipleship in Mark 1:14-20, emphasizing our responsibility to respond faithfully and become 'fishers of men' in our modern world.

Good morning, beloved family of Christ. Isn't it a blessing to be gathered here today, in the house of God, ready to immerse ourselves in His word? We are not here by accident, but by divine appointment, a testament to God's grace and love. Today, we stand on the brink of a profound revelation, a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Topics: Jesus' Call, Follow Him Today

Revial Of The Church Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jan 21, 2017

Look for God's intervention in your life and in your Church. Revival is the outcome of the Prayers, searching the Scriptures and worshiping the Lord.

Revive Us - Psalm 85 Introduction: This psalm is written after returning from Babylon and yet established as a nation. It is believed that Psalm 137 was preceded to it. This is the second Psalm of Prayer. 85:01-03 Gracious six acts of God This passage express the thanks of the people for their ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

God...fix Me PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 23, 2024

This sermon explores our need for Christ, focusing on divine mercy, the destruction of sinful nature, and dependence on God's Spirit for heart and spirit renewal.

Good morning, beloved family of God. I pray you are all well and that the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ is abundant in your lives. We are gathered here today, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. The Lord has a message for us today, a message that is as timeless as it is timely. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10

Topics: God's Spirit, Sinful Nature

Will You Take The Offer?

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Nov 10, 2013

What Shall I Render To The Lord-What can I give to the Lord that He hasn’t already given me? Money, Time, Talents, Work!!

Psalm 116:12-13-What shall I render to the Lord For all His benefits toward me? I will take up the cup of salvation, And call upon the name of the Lord. What Shall I Render To The Lord-What can I give to the Lord that He hasn’t already given me? Money, Time, Talents, Work!! If I have any ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Show Me The Joy! Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jun 25, 2008

Sermon #4 in the Nehemiah series from chapters 8-9 focus on how responding properly to the word of God brings us great joy.

#4 in the Nehemiah series: Nehemiah chapters 8-9 Show me the JOY! CHCC: May 25, 2008 INTRODUCTION: Nehemiah is not the best known book of the Bible by any means. One of the reasons we’re studying it right now is that it’s one of the parts of the Bible I never preached from in the 36 years ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Show Me The Way

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 19, 2025

God offers absolute assurance of salvation through Christ’s finished work, the Spirit’s inner witness, and the Father’s unbreakable promise.

(Finding Assurance of My Salvation) Introduction – From “I Hope” to “I Know” Church, let me ask a question that will outlast every headline and every paycheck: > When you lay your head on the pillow at night—when no one hears your thoughts—do you know that you are saved? Not think so. Not ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13, John 19:13, Romans 5:8, Romans 8:16, John 10:27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Alabaster Giving #1

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Jan 7, 2003

God wants our best, our all. Mary the sister of Martha was an example of giving our best and our all to the Savior.

Alabaster Giving #1 John 12:1-8 Introduction In a few minutes I’m going to be reading about a home in the Bible. This is the home of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus. In this home we find: Lazarus – who had been raised from the dead. Mary – who was sitting at the feet of Jesus in worship. Martha – who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Alabaster Giving #2

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Jan 7, 2003

This is the beautiful story of Mary and of the gift that Jesus said would be a memorial to the whole world.

Alabaster Giving #2 Mark 14:3-9 Introduction There is a beautiful story here. A story so important that it is found in three of the Gospels. A story that Jesus said would be told and remembered throughout history. In order to help us understand this event, I want to do it through a series of 5 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

A Closer Look At Giving Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Feb 23, 2004

There are many misconceptions about a Christian’s responsiblity to give to the Lord. In this message we will examine what the Bible says regarding giving to the Lord.

A Closer Look at: Giving Introduction: I like the old story about the guy who came to church with his family. As they were driving home afterwards he was complaining about everything. He said, “The music was too loud. The sermon was too long. The announcements were unclear. The building was hot. ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Giving To God Wholeheartedly

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 14, 2004

JESUS PUT HIS STAMP OF APPROVAL ON THE POOR WIDOW’S WHOLEHEARTED GIVING TO GOD

JESUS PUT HIS STAMP OF APPROVAL ON THE POOR WIDOW’S WHOLEHEARTED GIVING TO GOD I. THE POOR WIDOW SHOWS HER COMMITMENT TO GOD (V.42) A.She was not hindered to come to God by her present situation (v.42a) “And the poor widow came” a. Willingly b. Boldly B. She was not ashamed to give her few ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Give God The Glory

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Sep 18, 2004

We should glorify God as our Creator, the Promise-keeping God, and the One who provides for our redemption.

Give God the Glory Isa. 42:8 INTRO.: Many large cities have computerized warning signs to alert drivers to hazards ahead. In 1976, these signs were installed in Pittsburgh when we lived there. I recall one occasion when we were on the parkway and a sign told us, ""Accident ahead - major delay - ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ