Sermons on God As Reward:

When The King Returns

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 11, 2010

Are you ready for when Jesus comes? Will you be ashamed or rewarded?

I. Some will be Remorseful (Shemei) vs. 16-20 He had reason to be ashamed - 2 Samuel 16:5 "And when king David came to Bahurim, behold, thence came out a man of the family of the house of Saul, whose name was Shimei, the son of Gera: he came forth, and cursed still as he came. 6 And he cast ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 19:15-40

Denomination: Baptist

They That Wait

Contributed by Glenn Branham on Apr 30, 2005

Waiting on the Lord entails patient faith and is rewarded by His strength.

"They That Wait" Is. 40:29-31 He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. 30 Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; 31 but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:29-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Discipleship Is Costly

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Sep 2, 2025

Discipleship is not casual—it’s costly. But the reward is Christ Himself.

Discipleship Is Costly August 31, 2025, Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Discipleship is not casual—it’s costly. But the reward is Christ Himself. Focus Passage: Matthew 16:24-27 Introduction: When I was a kid, I wanted to play the piano. My mom got ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Becoming?

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 7, 2017

Message explores how the soul of a Christian is developed in preparation for his/her place in God's eternal kingdom. Not every Christian will have the same authority and honor, but will be given the place each is prepared for at the Judgment Seat of Chris

(Alternate title: The Formation of Your Soul for Eternity) Luke 19:11-27 11-16-14 I want to begin this morning with a rather shocking contrast: two guys in two very different conditions.i Just looking at these two individuals would you say that these two people probably made some very different ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27, Galatians 6:7-8, Luke 14:31-33, 1 Peter 2:2, Philippians 3:8-14, 1 Corinthians 3:17, 2 Corinthians 5:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Jesus Was Mountain Man

Contributed by Terry Bailey on Dec 23, 2000

Jesus knew the need and the rewards of spending time alone with the Father.

Jesus Was A Mountain Man The Text: Matthew 8:1-3 The Teaching: Jesus knew the need and the rewards of spending time alone with the Father. Verse #1: When He came down from the mountain... 1. Jesus was not afraid of the Wildlife (Bears & Lions) 2. Jesus was not afraid of the local legends ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Enduring Gratitude

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Sep 30, 2015

Giving thanks to God must become the ongoing lifestyle of a Christ follower. Giving thanks is a major part of worship. It is a command with many rewards promised to those who have a heart to worship the only true God!

Enduring Gratitude 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. Intro: We speak of the Thanksgiving season, but as our text indicates, it must become the ongoing lifestyle of a Christ follower. Giving thanks is a major part of worship. If ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Giving To Get - Philippians 4:15-19 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 23, 2022

There is a sinful kind of selfish giving. But the Bible does call us to seek reward for our giving. What's the difference?

Philippians 4:15 Moreover, as you Philippians know, in the early days of your acquaintance with the gospel, when I set out from Macedonia, not one church shared with me in the matter of giving and receiving, except you only; 16 for even when I was in Thessalonica, you sent me aid again and again ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:15-19

Beautiful Truths About God

Contributed by Steven Cannon on Feb 9, 2006

There are many beautiful truths about God.

BEAUTIFUL TRUTHS ABOUT GOD We all love beauty. We all love beautiful things. Today we are going to look at a couple of beautiful things about God. First: GOD PAYS ATTENTION TO SMALL THINGS Mark 9:41 I tell you the truth, anyone who gives you a cup of water in my name because you belong to ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Heart With A Desire For God

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Oct 16, 2013

In Acts 13:22 after God raised David up to be king of Israel He gave this testimony about David, “I have found in David the son of Jesse a man after My heart, who will do all My will.” You and I need a heart like David, a heart that has a desire for God.

A Heart with a Desire for God Acts 13:13-22 The Bible declares in Psalm 10:4 that the unsaved do not normally think about God. They don’t give Him the time of day: there’s no room for Him in their lives or mind until trouble or tragedy strikes. Sadly, if we are honest, Christians fair ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:13-22

Denomination: Baptist

Obey God's Words

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 4, 2014

To show how can we guard our life, heart and mind.

I. EXORDIUM: How can you guard your life, heart or mind? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show how can we guard our life, heart and mind. IV. TEXT: Proverbs 19:16 (Amplified Bible) 19:16 He who keeps the commandment [of the Lord] keeps his own life, but he who despises ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 19:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

The God Who Remembers His People Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 26, 2025

To be remembered by God means to be singled out for mercy, favour, and supernatural turnaround.

THE GOD WHO REMEMBERS HIS PEOPLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 8:1 Supporting Texts: Exodus 2:24-25, 1 Samuel 1:19, Psalm 115:12, Luke 1:72, Hebrews 6:10 INTRODUCTION: One of the most comforting truths in Scripture is that God never forgets His people. He may seem silent, but He is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 8:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Great Joy In The City

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jul 5, 2005

The Christian finds joy in being freed from guilt, anticipating an eternal reward, having fellowship with God, and being part of God’s work.

Great Joy In the City Acts 8:5-8 INTRO.: You can see almost anything in the city. You can see poverty and plenty, sorrow and happiness, but cities are seldom known as places of great joy. They are places where people work, live, and perhaps celebrate, but not where they simply enjoy themselves. not ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:5-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Shepherding God's Flock Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 22, 2011

In the first four verses of 1 Peter 5, Peter discusses the ministry, motives and manner of leading of elders.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a preacher who quit the ministry after 20 years and became a funeral director. 1. When asked why he changed occupations, he said: “I spent 3 years trying to straighten out John, but John is still an alcoholic. Then I spent 6 months trying to straighten ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Work Of Thy Hands

Contributed by Paul Richard on Jun 30, 2020

Work exists before man. The creation of man and other things were the handiwork of God and they were good. What a pity! Today’s man has a wrong perception about work for the sake of instant reward, personal gain or interest.

I. In general term, work is an activity, task, duty, responsibility or assignment. When something is created, done or made, work is said to have taken place (Genesis 1:11, Genesis 1:21, Genesis 1:25-27). Work is done to achieve a particular outcome or result which oftentimes is either positive or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:8, John 5:17, Ecclesiastes 5:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Functional Faith Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 20, 2022

Hebrews 11:6 tells us "it is impossible to please God without faith. Anyone who wants to come to Him must believe that God exists and that He rewards those who sincerely seek Him."

Functional Faith He personally carried our sins in His body on the cross so that we can be dead to sin and live for what is right. By His wounds, you are healed. (1 Peter 2:24) Here is a controversial statement "Everyone has faith." Every person in this world has faith in something or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:24, Hebrews 11:6, Matthew 13:58, 1 Peter 5:7

Denomination: Pentecostal