Sermons on Giving Generous:

Give Life And You Get It More! Series

Contributed by Paul Kallan on Feb 1, 2003

We are called to remember that beyond the demands that we make, battles we fight, our urge to retaliate and the violence we offer, the gospel (Lk.2.22-32) calls us to self-giving, commitment and self-sacrifice for the happiness and wellbeing of the other.

The german newspaper „Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung“ carried on 29. January 2003 an article on Mr. George W. Bush, the President of USA. I was really surprised to find out that he is a very active member of the United Methodist Church. It seems, every day he begins the work in the White House with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-32

Denomination: Catholic

What Precious Blessings Communion Gives

Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Feb 4, 2003

Sermon of the blessings of the Sacrament of the Alter

2nd Sunday after the Epiphany January 19, 2003 What Precious Blessings Communion Gives Matthew 26:26-28 “While they were eating, Jesus took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying, "Take and eat; this is my body." 27 Then he took the cup, gave thanks and offered it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-28

Denomination: Lutheran

Give Of Your Flower And Oil, Or Die

Contributed by Michael Dephillips on Feb 6, 2003

The widow positioned herself spiritually for a greater miracle by first being obedient with her little

Give of your flour and oil, or Die! Luke 14:26-35 (Prayer) He that hath ears to hear, let him hear! Last week I began to share a message meant to enable you to come to the presence of Christ Jesus and receive what you so desperately need in your spiritual life. Jesus said that whosoever does ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:26-35

Denomination: Baptist

What Will You Give Christ This Christmas?

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 5, 2003

The gifts of the Magi were appropriate for they spoke of Who Jesus Christ was and is. What gift will you give Christ this Christmas?

WHAT WILL YOU GIVE CHRIST THIS CHRISTMAS? MATTHEW 2:1-12 Christmas is often seen as that time of year for the giving of gifts. People frantically try to find that perfect gift for that special person that will express their feelings and relationship toward one another. The origin of the gift ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

My Peace I Give You Series

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Dec 7, 2003

2nd Sunday of Advent, 2003 -- How we can have peace in a world of turmoil by following Jesus’ teachings.

My Peace I Give You 2nd Sunday of Advent, 2003 Based, in part, on a message by William Richard Ezell Scripture Ref: Isaiah 9:6; 26:3 Colossian 3:15 Micah 5:4-5 Philippians 4:6-7 John 14:27 Psalm 119:165, 167 Romans 5:1-2; 14:19 Proverbs 3:5-6 Additional References: The Bible ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6, Micah 5:4-5

It's Time To Give Myself A Hug

Contributed by David Haun on Jan 18, 2004

Low Self-esteem is a struggle faced by many of us. This sermon presents the concepts of self worth and esteem, and offers concrete steps that can help us move to positive self-esteem.

IT’S TIME TO GIVE MYSELF A HUG Dr. David L. Haun Hope Christian Church Tamarac, Florida January 18, 2004 Jeremiah 1:4-10, II Cor. 4:5-10 Introduction Today’s message is a Request Sermon. It’s a topic that could have been submitted by about half of the congregation, and often plays a major ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:5-10, Jeremiah 1:4-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"He'll Give You Power”

Contributed by Timothy Proctor Sr. D. Min on Mar 15, 2002

Whenever you face trials and problem, don’t try to work it out yourself, give it to Jesus, and He’ll work it out for you. He said He’ll give you power!

But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become, the Son of God, even to them that believe on his name. 1. First you have to receive God; in order to receive God, the Bible said be changed or transformed. How many people know that we still have some changing to do? He tells you in ...read more

Scripture: John 1:12, Acts 1:8

Denomination: *other

I Give You A New Commandment

Contributed by Carl Benge on May 17, 2007

A sermon based on the recollection of the dream by Simon Peter in Acts 11 and Jesus’ commandment in John chapter 13

I give you a new commandment love one another; you must love one another just as I have loved you. (John 13:34 New Jerusalem Bible) Today’s scriptural readings take us on a journey, which for the disciples, was the true meaning of their mission in life. You see, the dream of Simon Peter is a ...read more

Scripture: John 13:32-34

Denomination: Methodist

Giving God What He Wants Series

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Apr 17, 2007

Living according to God’s will is living according to what He wants

There was a man walking along the railroad. His right foot accidentally got stuck in one of the tracks. While struggling to free his foot, suddenly he heard the train coming. He panicked. He tried and tried but he could not break free. He could see the train fast approaching. He prayed to God, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

God Gives The Growth, Not Church Leaders

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Sep 16, 2006

A short homily given at a mid week communion service, encouraging us to fix our eyes on Jesus and not upon leaders, forms of worship or types of evangelism. It’s all about Jesus!

1 Corinthians 3: 1-9 St. Paul had some words of rebuke for the Christians at Corinth; and when I hear St. Paul rebuking a church I always have to ask myself some questions. The questions are: How does this apply to me? How does this apply to my local church? How does this apply to the national ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

Denomination: Anglican

How To Give Thanks In Every Circumstance

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 16, 2006

One of the greatest privileges of being a Christian is to have the capacity to give thanks regardless of what happens. It is easy to be thankful when things are going our way, but a Christian can rise above any situation to thank God for causing all thing

How To Give Thanks in Every Circumstance by Paul Fritz 1 Thessalonians 5:16-5:18 Have you ever noticed that people who habitually ungrateful are stranger to happiness? Illustration: One day a TV reporter asked a mason, "How do you like your job? I hate it, he said. Its this most boring job in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Give Thanks In Every Circumstance

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 18, 2006

Have you ever noticed that people who habitually ungrateful are stranger to happiness?

How To Give Thanks in Every Circumstance 1 Thessalonians 5:16-5:18 (NIV, NIRV, TNIV, KJV) Have you ever noticed that people who habitually ungrateful are stranger to happiness? Illustration: One day a TV reporter asked a mason, "How do you like your job? I hate it, he said. Its this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Shall I Give To Jesus? Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Dec 11, 2006

In a season where giving requres so much time and energy, what time and energy has been laid aside to prepare the gifts we will bring to Jesus this Christmas?

INTRO. A. The Perfect Gift People all around the world at this time of the year go to all extremes to give the perfect Christmas Gift. Some even plan for the full year. Not only do we want the perfect gift but the perfect type of gift. You look at another’s personality, style of living, their ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

What Gifts Did The Magi Give? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 18, 2006

Wise men came late to the party... but at least they showed up. Then - as now - many are too busy to bother. Why would so many people seek something else to focus on during the Christmas season?

OPEN: It was almost Christmas Day, and the mother of a 3 year old boy was furiously running from store to store trying to get her last minute shopping done. Suddenly she realized that her son’s pudgy little hand was no longer in hers. Frantically she began to look around and then not finding him ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lord, Always Give Us This Bread!

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Aug 2, 2003

This sermon is the lectionary text for 8th. Sunday after Pentecost, Year B, and is really a Salvation message

LORD, ALWAYS GIVE US THIS BREAD”—JOHN 6:22-35 Bread is the most common of all foods. My Mother always called it, “the staff of life.” Perhaps Leviticus 26:26 is the basis for this designation: “When I break your staff of bread, ten women will bake your bread in one oven, and they will bring ...read more

Scripture: John 6:22-35

Denomination: Methodist