Sermons about God Gives Refuge

Using What God Gave You Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on May 18, 2004

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Parable of the Talents warns us to use what God gives us, and to use it well.

Using What God Gave You Purpose Driven Life #32 Cornwall April 17, 2004 You have considered who you are, over the past few weeks, in looking to understand where you are to fit into the family of God. Four weeks back, we considered the subjects of the spiritual gifts you have received and your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Plugged In To Support God's Work? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Mar 31, 2003

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After almost a century of exile, the Jews returned to find Jerusalem in ruins. They were spiritually unplugged. Ezra is a great story of how they plugged in to what God had for them. Giving an offering was an important step in getting plugged in.

Are You Plugged in to Support God’s Work? Ezra 3:5-7 by Dr. David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION Before I get started, I just remembered we are taking some friends out to lunch, and I’m out of cash. Can anyone help me? ... Will you loan me some money for lunch? “How much do you need?” How much do you ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 3:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

How God Measures Our Giving

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 18, 2002

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Sets forth the position that God measures our giving not so much as the size of the gift we give but how much we have left after the gift is given.

HOW GOD MEASURES OUR GIVING “Calling His disciples to Him, Jesus said, ‘I tell you the truth, this poor widow has put more into the treasury than all the others.” Mark 12:43. President John F. Kennedy in his inaugural address said: “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:43

Denomination: Baptist

It's Time To Put God To The Test

Contributed by David Haun on Dec 28, 2003

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Everyone should tithe, but some in your audience won’t have reached that level of faith. This sermon is intended to give a way for Christians with young faith to begin a systematic method of giving.

SERMON BASIC THOUGHTS "IT’S TIME TO PUT GOD TO THE TEST... AND DISCOVER HIS LOVE!’ Dr. David L. Haun King David was called by a prophet Gad to build an altar to the honor and glory of God. When he approached the property’s owner, he was offered the land for free. David’s answer: "No, I will ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-10, 1 Corinthians 16:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Much Does God Want? Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Sep 27, 2005

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God wants us to share our resources generously with those who need them and for us to give in a manner that demonstrates faith.

INTRO: “The church is always talking about money.” “the minister just wants my money.” “they don’t care about me – just that I give my offering.” Such things are often said about churches – and sometimes, unfortunately, it is true. I heard of a church recently that has a little mini-sermon EVERY ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Commit To God's Program For Your Giving " Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 16, 2004

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Where do I begin when it comes to financial giving to support God’s work?

Church growth experts have said that there are four things that can work to prevent a church’s growth: 1) A lack of desire to grow; 2) A lack of adequate leadership; 3) A lack of space; 4) A lack of finances. If there is any one of these factors that might hinder the continued growth of our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:7

Denomination: Baptist

"Consider God's Plan For Your Giving " Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 16, 2004

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How does God want me to grow in my giving to support His work?

God’s plan is for you to give your tithe to the support of His work through your local church. But we need to understand that giving a tithe is only the beginning. God’s plan is for us to grow in our giving. In Malachi 3:8, we are exhorted to give both "tithes" and "offerings." God wants us to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

"Celebrate God's Purpose For Your Giving" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 16, 2004

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What purposes does God work out in our lives when we give financially to support His work?

1 Chronicles 29 tells the story of how David and the people of Israel took up an offering for the construction of the temple which David was told by God would be built by his son and successor, Solomon. It is a beautiful story of what happens when Gods people give generously to God’s work. I once ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

We Were Shaped For Serving God Series

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on Apr 18, 2005

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Realize God did not create you to be a consumer but to make a contribution to the world

“WE WERE SHAPED FOR SERVING GOD” Sunday, May 23, 2004 40 Days of Purpose – week 5 We are in the fifth week of 40 Days of Purpose answering the question “What on earth am I here for?” I have asked Karen Yarnall to be a living demonstration of last week’s message, but also this week’s message, as ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Is God's Plan For My Finances? Series

Contributed by Don Hawks on Jan 25, 2003

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First in a series on Getting a Grip on My Finances looks at the meaning of stewardship.

(Powerpoint slides available) SLIDE 1 [Opening Activity Begin The following items are needed: 1. An empty, old bottle 2. A large key made of cardboard and spray painted gold. The key will have the verses of Matthew 6:19-21 printed and attached to one side. "Don’t store up treasures here on earth, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31, Romans 14:12

Denomination: Methodist

Will You Give God Your Lunch

Contributed by Craig Smee on Oct 20, 2003

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Disucsses the importance of Christian Giving.

Sermon: My son has got to the wonderful stage where he has begun coming out with the funniest of things to say. Children can be exceptionally funny and yet with their brutal honesty can at times show us things about ourselves that we don’t like to admit. I came across a story the other day ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:1-8, John 6:5-14

Denomination: Christian Church

God Made Us For The Kingdom - I Series

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Nov 2, 2003

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Loyalty Sunday I - God is our Creator. He made us and gifted us very uniquely and specially for his purposes. We were made for God’s Kingdom.

I’d like to show you a few things today and see if you recognize them. These are pretty common items, but to know what they are you would have to be involved in the activity that they are used in. First, let me show you this [show the divot tool]. Can anybody here tell me what this gadget is for? ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:5-8

Denomination: Lutheran

God Made Us For The Kingdom - Ii Series

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Nov 8, 2003

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Loyalty Sunday II - God has made all believers into the Body of Christ. Our gifts and talents are used by God ’build his cathedral’ in this world.

Last week we focused on the theme that God created each and every one of us for a purpose. The unique talents and skills, predispositions and giftedness are made so that you can glorify and honor God with your life. There is a Kingdom role that has been defined by your Creator that you are uniquely ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Lutheran

How To Please God With Your Giving

Contributed by Gregory Griffin on Jun 1, 2002

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Sermon on Giving. Basic principles on pleasing God with your giving.

How to give and please God Luke 21:1-4 DBC 6/02/02 Gregg Griffin <(((((>< Congregational Scripture Reading: II Corinthians 9: 6-8 Now that you have all the moans and groans out of your system, having heard the sermon title. Lets take and honest look at what it takes to give and please God. My ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:1-4, 2 Corinthians 9:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

How To Establish Good Credit With God

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Oct 25, 2002

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This message reminds the believer not to forget the poor because to do so is to forget God.

Introduction: God equates Himself to the least among us, thus, to share with the least of us is to share with God. 1. There Will Always Be Poor People. (Hebrew word (dal, feeble, weak, helpless) 2. God is Aware of Human Suffering On All Levels. 3. Those Who Care for the Poor Are the Greatest ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 19:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

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