Sermons on Giving Joy To God:

Come Holy Spirit, Give Us Love

Contributed by William Baeta on May 26, 2012

“But when the Helper comes, whom I will send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth, who proceeds from the Father, he will bear witness about me” John 15:26.

John 15:26-27 Theme: Come Holy Spirit, give us love Text: Ezek. 37:1-14; Romans 8:22-27; John 15:26-27 Today is Pentecost Sunday, or in other words, the birthday of the Church. Pentecost simply means “fiftieth” and refers to the celebration that is held fifty days after first fruits. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:26-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Giving Modeled After Christ

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 31, 2003

This message looks at Christ as the model for our giving. Christ gave willingly, Joyfully, and Sacrificially. Our problem with giving is forgetting who gave first.

GIVING MODELED AFTER CHRIST JOHN 3:16 INTRODUCTION: I am amazed at some of the models in the Hobby Shops. Some of them are so expensive. Now, there are some cheap ones there, but if you really want a good and accurate model – it is going to cost you some money! You see, ultimately the model is ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Qualities Of A Great Missions Giving Church

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on May 20, 2005

Why does God bless some churches more than others?

Text: Philippians 4: 10-20 Title: The Qualities of a great missions giving church “And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus. (4:19) Introduction Philippians 4:19 have just got to be one of the greatest and best-known verses in the bible and it’s not ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Don't Wait To Live Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 11, 2024

Be oriented for action because life is often uncertain and unexplainable.

Don’t Wait to Live Ecclesiastes 11:1-10 Rev. Brian Bill November 9-10, 2024 Have you ever wondered why Election Day in the U.S. falls on a Tuesday in November? It’s actually due to the needs of 19th-century farmers. In 1845, Congress set the first Tuesday following the first Monday in November ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Our God Is A Giver Of Great Gifts.

Contributed by Abimbola Salu on Sep 8, 2003

This sermon is about the many blessings that God has promiesd to give his children, subject to our obeying him.

Dearly Beloved, Do you know that we serve a great GOD that is also a giver of wonderful gifts? That’s right! Imagine if you see an offer in a store, in a magazine or on the Internet offering to give you One Million dollars. Imagine that all you have to do is to make a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:5

Denomination: Baptist

The Stewardship Of Life Series

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 30, 2005

This is the first part of a five part sermon series on Stewardship. This deals with the stewardship of life that God will hold us accountable for.

“THE STEWARDSHIP OF LIFE” Matthew 16:24 1. The INVITATION. (v. 24a) Then Jesus said unto His disciples, If any man come after Me Matthew 7:13-14; 11:28-30; 22:9; Mark 8:34; 16:15-16; Luke 13:24; Proverbs 8:4; Romans 3:24; 10:9-10, 13; Ephesians 2:8-9; Joel 2:32; John 3:36; 6:35, 37, 44, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24

Denomination: Baptist

The Stewardship Of Talents Series

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 30, 2005

This is the second part of a five part sermon series on Stewardship. This deals with the stewardship of talents that God will hold us accountable for.

“THE STEWARDSHIP OF TALENTS” Luke 19:11-26 1. The RESPONSIBILITY Entrusted. (vv. 11-14) Matthew 25:15; Romans 12:3, 6-8; 1 Corinthians 4:7; 7:7, 17; 12:7-11; 1 Peter 4:9-11; 2 Timothy 1:6; 1 Chronicles 29:11-16; 1 Timothy 1:11; 6:20; James 1:17; 3:1; Ephesians 3:8; 4:7; 2 Corinthians 6:1; 9:8; ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Stewardship Of Treasures Series

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 30, 2005

This is the fourth part of a five part sermon series on Stewardship. This deals with the stewardship of treasures that God will hold us accountable for.

“THE STEWARDSHIP OF THE TREASURES” Proverbs 3:9-10 1. The PRECEPT of God. (v. 9) 1 Samuel 2:30; 1 Corinthians 16:2; 2 Corinthians 8:2-3; Philippians 4:17-18; 1 John 3:17-18; Deuteronomy 14:28-29 a. Honor the LORD with your POSSESSIONS. (v. 9a) Exodus 35:20-29; Numbers 7:2-3; Mark 14:7-8; ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Stewardship Of Time Series

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 30, 2005

This is the last part of a five part sermon series on Stewardship. This deals with the stewardship of time that God will hold us accountable for.

“THE STEWARDSHIP OF TIME” Hebrews 10:24-25 1. Let us EXCITE one another to love and good works. (v. 24) Romans 11:4; 2 Corinthians 8:8; 9:2; Philippians 1:9-11; 1 Thessalonians 3:12-13; 1 Timothy 6:18; Titus 3:8; Hebrews 6:10-11; 13:1; 1 John 3:18; Ephesians 2:10; Galatians 5:13; Genesis 11:3; ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

What To Do While We Are Waiting? Pt. 1

Contributed by James Buchanan on Jan 17, 2004

A two-part series on discovering what God would have us do while we wait for His return.

I want to begin this morning by asking you a question: do you know what you are supposed to be doing? The question is simple enough—it’s a yes or no answer. But the implications of that answer range far beyond that. Ask a little child what he or she wants to be when they grow up, and they’ll ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Money, Money, Money!

Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Oct 27, 2004

Here God makes it a requirement for salvation! Because He worshiped his money! Do you worship things too?

MONEY, MONEY, MONEY! Workers earn it, spendthrifts burn it, bankers lend it, women spend it, forgers fake it, taxes take it, dying leaves it, heirs receive it, thrifty save it, misers crave it, robbers seize it, rich increase it, gamblers lose it ... I could use it. Richard ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:17-31

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 5: Using Time Wisely

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 22, 2007

Using time wisely is an important Christian virtue, as God has a plan that He wants to accomplish with and through your life.

Pastor’s Bible Class What Makes You Do the Things You Do? Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 5: Using Time Wisely October 21, 2007 A. WHAT THE BIBLE SAYS ABOUT TIME “Make the most of your time, because the days are evil” (Eph. 5:16, NASB). “Teach us to number our days, that we may present to You (Lord) a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:16

Denomination: Baptist

Trust And Possessions Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 30, 2007

As seasoned Christians we are to live a life of radical obedience to God; including how we approach and utilize our possessions.

Trustbusters: Guarding Against Choices that Ruin Relationships Sermon #3 - Trust and Possessions Mark 10:17-27 Sermon Objective: As seasoned Christians we are to live a life of radical obedience to God; including how we approach and utilize our possessions. Some people are just waiting to see ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-27

Denomination: Nazarene

The Present Of Our Tithes And Offerings Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Dec 4, 2006

This sermom, originally prepared for the Christmas Season, but easily adaptable for other times, deals with the issue of Tithes and Offerings, looking at What they are, Why God wants us to give them, and What we are to give.

The Presents of Christmas The Present of Our Tithes and Offerings 2 Corinthians 8:16-9:5 INTRODUCTION: Everybody likes presents under the Christmas tree. We all gather around and wait eagerly, with quiet or not so quiet anticipation, the “opening of the presents”. Now in some houses there is a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen Christmas Joy – Rediscovering It Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 23, 2011

Rediscovering Christmas Joy

God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen Christmas Joy -- Rediscovering it INTRODUCTION The Paradox of Our Time in History Michael McCartney Wrote in a Message entitled "the Joy of Christmas" The paradox of our time in history is that.... * We have taller buildings but shorter tempers, wider freeways, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance