Sermons on Giving God Glory:

Making God Smile - Purpose Driven Life Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 18, 2004

Not all gifts bring God delight. What could possibly make it so that God would not take pleasure in what I try to do for Him?

OPEN: (I went up on podium with t-shirt and tie that my two children had bought me for my birthday) A week ago last Wednesday was my birthday. My daughter bought me this tie (with Jesus on a blue background), and my son picked out this t-shirt (with a lion and Jesus and the message: "King of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:15-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

David: Zealot For God's House Series

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Nov 16, 2024

David and Jesus were both zealots for God's house. What did that look like in practice for David? And are WE willing to be zealots for God's house?

INTRODUCTION Earlier in today’s service I showed the video, ‘David the worshipper’ [Angel Studios]. I’ve really liked all the videos in this series but I especially liked this one. Young David in the video loves to sing praise to God! He’s joyful, exuberant! His joy and exuberance are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 69:9, John 2:17

Denomination: Baptist

Serving One Master Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 20, 2008

How we invest our money and our minutes reveals who our Master is.

Serving One Master Matthew 6:19-24 Rev. Brian Bill 4/20/08 According to a survey of over 4,000 people, Americans are more cynical than ever before. One book says that we are “discontent and disillusioned.” We don’t trust politicians or the economy and many are suspicious of the church as well. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

Be Perfect Series

Contributed by Duncan Hamilton on May 2, 2016

A sermon inspired by the book For the Glory by Duncan Hamilton.

Text: Matthew 5:48 INTRODUCTION Eric Liddell (1902–45) is best known to most people as the gold medalist in the quarter-mile run at the 1924 Olympics, as portrayed in the popular filmChariots of Fire. Later, though, he would go on to become a missionary in China during one of the most ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:48-49

Denomination: *other

Give Thankfulness With A Grateful Heart; Why?

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jan 24, 2014

The apostle Paul always gives thanks in his prayers and so thanksgiving needs to be a major part of our prayers. Jesus did it, and so did Paul, and look at their ministries, and the word “thanks” used here comes from the Greek word “Eucharist”.

Deuteronomy 30:9-14 Psalm 25:1-9 Colossians 1:1-14 Luke 10:25-37 Summary: The apostle Paul always gives thanks in his prayers and so thanksgiving needs to be a major part of our prayers. Jesus did it, and so did Paul, and look at their ministries, and the word “thanks” used here ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-14

Denomination: Episcopal

Part 1: Men Who Finish Well

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Sep 9, 2009

Men in the Bible who finished well by walking with God personally to the end of their lives, and made a contribution to God’s work with their time, talent, and treasure.

MEN WHO FINISH WELL OR ONE LAP FROM THE FINISH By Jerry Falwell A. INTRODUCTION Last week I used a phrase in a sermon and it got me thinking about this sermon, “One Lap From The Finish.” 1. Indianapolis racer that ran out of gas in the last lap. 2. Last week a golfer lost a major ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Mountain Top Series

Contributed by Jesus Rodriguez on Jan 30, 2025

Sermon about what God does on the mountain cannot stay in the mountain!

Introduction It is such an honor and a privilege to be able to share tonight very briefly some things that I have found particularly helpful for us to understand as we are talking about Wanting More of Your Glory. Ask the Person Next to you --> Do you want more of God's Glory?, Then buckle ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:29-34

Denomination: Apostolic

You’re Giving Too Much

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 18, 2018

A study in the book of Exodus 36: 1 – 38

Exodus 36: 1 – 38 You’re giving too much 36 “And Bezalel and Aholiab, and every gifted artisan in whom the LORD has put wisdom and understanding, to know how to do all manner of work for the service of the sanctuary, shall do according to all that the LORD has commanded.” 2 Then Moses called ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Gifts Fit For A King Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on May 5, 2010

God does not need us or anything we possess. So, what could we possibly give to Him? These verses teach us something about that matter. In fact, these verses talk about the only gifts that are worthy of our Savior. I want to take this episode from the lif

GIFTS FIT FOR A KING Genesis 43:11-14 Introduction Joseph’s brothers have made one trip into Egypt to buy food. While they were there, they came face to face with their brother Joseph. He recognized them, but they did not recognize him. In an effort to awaken their dead consciences and to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 43:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Sermon On The Amount Series

Contributed by Andrew Stringer on Jul 28, 2007

Should I tithe and why?

Stewardship Series #6 Stewardship of God’s Tithe -or- The Sermon on the Amount! Malachi 3:10-12 Introduction: 1. There’s an old saying; "Money talks. Mostly it says to many people, ’Goodbye.’" And I am sure there is some truth in that statement, especially when we are settling our monthly ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Canadian Government Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 28, 2007

Christian submission to authority: 1) the command for submission, 2) the motive for submission, 3) the extent of submission, 4) the reason for submission, 5) the attitude of submission, and the 6) application of submission.

The Motto of the Dominion of Canada is from: Ps 72:8 May he have dominion from sea to sea, and from the River to the ends of the earth! And we sing this every time we sing our National Anthem when we say: "God keep our land, Glorious and free". For the majority of Canadians today, the calling ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

Denomination: Other

You Share It With Others Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 26, 2010

To have it and to keep it, you've got to share it with others.

SERIES: IT: Finding It, Keeping It, and Sharing It (freely adapted from Craig Groeschel’s It: How Churches and Leader Can Get it and Keep it) “YOU SHARE IT WITH OTHERS” SELECTED SCRIPTURES OPEN We’re continuing on this morning in our series: IT: Finding It, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Solution To Division

Contributed by Ely Lambert on Jul 25, 2002

In the midst of problems at the Corinthian church, Paul gives a solution to the churches problems.

I. Introduction A. Churches around the world split all the time. It doesn’t seem like a normal year in the faith unless we are having a knock down fight over non-essential issues. B. I am not here today preaching to one individual. 1. I would never preach from the pulpit and humiliate any ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life Surrendered To God Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Apr 7, 2004

Discover the four considerations that will give you confidence and peace to enter eternity.

In preparation for Easter, we’ve spent the last three weeks looking at six of the seven phrases Jesus spoke on the cross. This morning, we will look at the last words Jesus spoke from the cross. Last words from a dying person are very telling. Our text is Luke 23:44-49. Joseph Wittig remarked ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:44-49

Denomination: *other

Give Us This Day, Part 1 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jan 4, 2026

Launching into Chapter 6 in the Gospel of John, we see Jesus performing a miracle that so many are familiar with; but do we REALLY know (and understand) the complexity of the conversation being had around the feeding of the 5,000?

John, Part 22 Series: Give Us This Day, Part 1 John 6:1-15 - Continuing in John with a new sermon series: “Give Us This Day” (5 parts) -- Purpose: To examine the command (discipleship) to follow Him (obediently) -- FOCUS: The application of our belief in Him to help us live faithfully, ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-15, Philippians 4:6-7, Mark 4:35-41, Isaiah 43:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational