Sermons on Giving To Missions:

Giving Thanks Is A Choice!

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Nov 10, 2024

Is it possible to give thanks in all circumstances? Yes, gratitude is a choice of attitude and is not determined by our life circumstances.

Introduction:1 Chronicles 16:34 tells us: “Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.” I read the story of a man who was accused of a crime he didn’t commit, and because he didn’t have fancy lawyers, he went to prison. He spent 19 years there, and although he didn’t do what ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:13-21, Habakkuk 3:16-18, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Matthew 26:26, Psalm 77:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In Everything Give Thanks

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Nov 24, 2024

In this message we are reminded of the power of living with a grateful heart.

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Introduction 1. Our text explores what it means to live inside God's will. • His will is for us to rejoice always. • His will is that we are to pray without ceasing. 2. The third piece of the puzzle—God's will is for us to give thanks in everything. • “... give ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Ephesians 5:20, 2 Timothy 3:1-5, Romans 1:18-21, Colossians 1:12, Colossians 1:13-14, Colossians 2:7, Colossians 3:12-15, Colossians 4:2, 1 Timothy 2:1, Philippians 4:6, Philippians 4:7, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-17, Romans 8:28, 1 John 5:3, 2 Thessalonians 2:13-14, Romans 5:3-5, Matthew 5:10-12, James 1:2-3, Daniel 6:10-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Pausing To Give Thanks

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Nov 25, 2024

Things to be thankful for in a Thanksgiving Season

THANKSGIVING 2024 PAUSING TO GIVE THANKS - - Read Psalm 100:1-5 This psalm begins with “Shout triumphantly to the Lord, or, Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, or Shout for joy to the Lord”, depending on the translation you are reading. So often, however, instead of shouting triumphantly to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

I Will Give Thanks

Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025

The Apostle Paul had visited the city of Corinth and had started a church there.

I Will Give Thanks 10 He has delivered us from such a deadly peril, and he will deliver us again. On him we have set our hope that he will continue to deliver us, 11 as you help us by your prayers. Then many will give thanks on our behalf for the gracious favor granted us in answer to the prayers ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Sacrificial Giving SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

When we give, not just out of our wealth, but as a sacrifice it counts as a credit with God, a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, pleasing to God, that opens up God's riches to meet our needs.

A little girl once planned to give her father a pair of slippers for his birthday. When asked where she would get the money, she confidently replied, "Father will give it to me." Although it may seem strange for a father to buy his own gift, the father appreciated the gesture and the love behind ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:14-20

Topics: Giving, Sacrifice

Giving Thanks Is God's Will PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 2, 2023

Explores the interconnectedness of recognizing God's blessings, cultivating gratitude, and living out biblical teachings on thankfulness in all circumstances.

Welcome, dear friends and family in Christ, to this blessed gathering of hearts and minds. We gather here today, not as strangers passing in the night, but as brothers and sisters knit together by the unbreakable bond of God's love. It is a love that transcends the boundaries of time and space, a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Topics: Give Thanks, God's Faithfulness

Give Thanks To The Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 5, 2023

This sermon explores the enduring love of God, encouraging gratitude for His grace, learning from His goodness, and glorifying His greatness.

Good morning, beloved congregation. It's a wonderful day to be here together in the house of the Lord, isn't it? A day to gather, to reflect, and to give thanks for the boundless grace, goodness, and greatness of our God. Today, we have the privilege of turning to the book of Psalms, specifically ...read more

Topics: Thanksgiving

Never Give Up PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2025

Jesus meets our deepest needs with forgiveness and healing, responding to faith—both ours and others’—with love greater than we can imagine.

If you listen closely, you can almost hear the shuffle of sandals and the rustle of robes in that little house in Capernaum. The room is stuffed shoulder-to-shoulder with people who showed up hungry for more than bread. They want words that mend, a voice that understands, a touch that makes all ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Topics: Faith, Perseverance

Why Give Thanks PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 9, 2025

True gratitude transforms our lives, drawing us closer to Jesus, deepening our healing, and opening our hearts to God’s ongoing blessing and presence.

Some of us walked in today with full calendars and thin reserves. Bills on the table, worries in the heart, a sigh that sits a little too close to the surface. We could use a fresh breath of grace. We could use the reminder that God isn’t just good to us; He is near to us. Near on the mountaintop. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Topics: Thankfulness, Gratitude

Fulfilling The Great Commission

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Apr 16, 2016

Missions and outreach has both an internal and external component. This sermon will explain the manner in which one is to GO into all nations and fulfill the Great Commission.

MISSIONS AND OUTREACH Live Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 ***** Please rate this sermon ******* Missions and outreach to have both an internal and external component. Since not everyone who says Lord, Lord is saved (Matthew 7:21), internally we need to preach to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

Owl #3 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Apr 12, 2021

the real power of the movement of God is smaller groups gathering and expanding to reach more now ( in the summer of the church) before a darkness that will come.

<The Tootsie roll owl commercial launches the message> Did you know that that commercial is almost 50 years old? It’s memorable. It points to a question, provides a practical experiment and even an answer. However, the wise old owl is only validating his own personal knowledge and experience ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 30:24-28, Proverbs 30:25, Zechariah 4:10, Matthew 18:10, Romans 16:3-5, Philemon 1:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Getting Back To The Basics

Contributed by Jeff Kautz on Nov 11, 2018

Christ message about the work of missions

Back To The Basics-1 8.docx Acts 1:8 Vince Lombardi was the legendary football coach for the Green Bay Packers. One time they lost a game they should have won easily. There was sloppy play and a lot of foolish mistakes The next day at practice, he got the team together, reached into a bag and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

Called To Be Witnesses Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Nov 27, 2017

God calls us all to be Jesus' witness to a lost and dying world. It is a command of Jesus. Will we "deliver the mail" or stash it away?

Acts 1:4–8 (NKJV) OPENING ILL: In 1994 Congress investigates the mail system after millions of undelivered letters are uncovered in Washington. During a surprise audit, the U.S. Postal Service discovered that some local managers had temporarily stashed unprocessed mail in parked trailers so ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

Ethos #2 Relationships Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 16, 2019

What does a Christian relationship look like and how is it different than the other relationships in my life? Why are they more valuable? Why do I need them?

We began this new message series last week entitled, “Ethos.” Each individual and organization has unique ethos or culture. We talked last week about our collective ethos as the church being that of an alternative lifestyle which is directed by our willingness to live a Holy life – directed by the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Are You Investing In?

Contributed by Shawn Hamilton on Jun 2, 2009

This sermon is one that is on the difficult subject of giving and investing in God.

Where is Your Investment? Hebrews 11:1-11:16 (Intro) A preacher named Ray Stedman traveled across the country for a week of meetings. The only problem was, his baggage didn’t make it. He needed a couple of suits so he went down to the local thrift shop. When he told the salesman, "I’d like to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ