Sermons on God Gives Us:

Giving God Our Best Series

Contributed by Gary Shockley on Jan 29, 2003

Mary’s act of selfless love in annointing Jesus’s feet with oil exemplifies for us the joy that comes is giving all that we have and all that we are to God.

Giving God Our Best “Count On Me” Message Series: Part 4 Cornerstone Church Rev. Gary A. Shockley, Senior Pastor January 26, 2003 A man on his deathbed called his preacher, his doctor and his lawyer to visit him. “I have $30,000 left in the bank and I want to take it all with me when I die. So, ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8, 1 Corinthians 4:7

Denomination: Methodist

The Gift Of The Thorn

Contributed by Dasol Kang on Sep 20, 2025

Sometimes the greatest gifts God gives us are the weaknesses we would never choose for ourselves.

INTRO If we took an inventory of everything that we say in our prayers, we would likely find that the vast majority of our prayers fall into one of two simple prayers. The first category is the “Gimmie” prayer. You know the “gimmie” prayer well. “Lord, gimme that parking spot right up front. And ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God First PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 13, 2023

Explores honoring God through generosity and stewardship of wealth, emphasizing giving as an act of worship and trust in God's provision.

Good morning, beloved family of God. As we gather in this sacred space, let us turn our hearts and minds towards the wisdom of Proverbs, a book that is a treasure trove of divine insights, a guidebook for navigating the winding roads of life. Today, we will be turning the pages to Proverbs 3:9, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:9

Topics: Giving

Give Up Giving Up Series

Contributed by David Roth on Feb 20, 2015

Ash Wednesday (B). Too often we focus on our outward behavior, our sins. But the root of our problem is not sins, but sin, our sinful nature. Joel urges us to "Turn to God and live."

J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. “Give up giving up” What are you giving up for Lent? Anything? Some people give up something for lent. Not with the purpose of earning ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:12-19, Psalm 51:5-10

Denomination: Lutheran

I Am Free Indeed

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Mar 13, 2011

All the freedom God gives us when we are saved.

I AM FREE INDEED John 8:36If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed. 1;Free from the law Romans 7:6But now we are delivered from the law, that being dead wherein we were held; that we should serve in newness of spirit, and not in ...read more

Scripture: John 8:36, Matthew 9:37-39

Denomination: Baptist

Hope And Help With Our Prayers Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Jan 29, 2009

In our prayers God gives us both hope and help!

1. We groan for a variety of different reasons don’t we? • Look back at Romans 8:22-23 NOTE: We groan as we see and feel the effects of sin. • We hate sin and it’s awful effects around us. • We groan when I see people hurting and dying. • We groan over the struggles people are in the midst ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:24-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"repentance"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 30, 2021

A sermon about the greatest Christmas gift God gives us.

“Repentance” Luke 3:1-6 On the last day of Preschool, before Christmas Break, a group of young parents stood waiting to claim their kids. As the children ran from their classrooms, they each carried in their hands a “surprise,” the brightly wrapped package which contained what they had been ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: United Methodist

Giving To Church Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Oct 20, 2009

Giving is a challenge and a privilege. God offers us a way to be among the blessed as we give in response to God’s grace through our congregation.

Acts 4:32-27 “Giving to Church” INTRODUCTION During the month of October, we are hearing stories of how our brothers and sisters in Christ have discovered the joy and blessings of giving. Shelley Krispin, Carol Baker and now Steve and Deb Weber have shared their journeys. They have seen ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Lutheran

Let Us Place Ourselves In The Lord's Hand This Year! Series

Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Nov 13, 2003

The new Church Year is a time for us to look forward to new opportunities of service in the Lord’s kingdom.

Advent I Isaiah 64:1-8 I guess I should apologize to you all. This is the point of the service where you are expecting to hear a sermon, and I don’t have one to give you. I mean, I figured "what’s one week?" You’ll survive without one, right? Besides, I already had one to do for Thanksgiving Day. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

To Give Or Not To Give?

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 18, 2004

Giving is not the question for the Christian. It is a rule by which we live.

INTRO.- ILL.- The American industrialist, Henry Ford, was once asked to donate money for the construction of a new medical facility. The billionaire pledged to donate $5,000. The next day in the newspaper, the headline read, "Henry Ford contributes $50,000 to the local hospital." The irate Ford ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:14-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Giving Biblically Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Feb 3, 2016

God calls us to give a percentage of our income to the support of His work..

Pastor Rick Warren points out that one of the marks of a disciple is cross-bearing. “Anyone who does not carry his cross and follow me cannot be my disciple.” - Luke 14:27 (NIV) I take up my cross when I do whatever it takes to give Christ first place in my life! He further identifies ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

Give Us Today Our Daily Bread

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 14, 2009

A sermon on this petition of the Model or Lord’s Prayer (Outline taken from MacLaren’s Expositions of Holy Scripture)

Wednesday night prayer meeting 8/19/2009 Give us this day our daily bread- Matthew 6:11 Introduction: A. This petition seems so earthy. It seems so tied to human needs that it seems out of place. Is anything too small and earthy for God? After all, Jesus Christ lived here. B. Even a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

He Went A Little Farther To Give Us Victory PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 1, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus' surrender to God's will in Gethsemane, encouraging believers to similarly submit their will to God for ultimate victory over worldly struggles.

Good morning, beloved! It's a joy to see you all here today, eager to be nourished by the Word of God. We gather here, not as strangers, but as a family, bound together by the love of our Savior. In a world where chaos and confusion often reign, we are here to seek solace, strength, and wisdom from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-39

Topics: Victorious, Jesus Christ

Is God Your God? Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Nov 13, 2007

Is God merely the means to an end for you? Is God the tool for your happiness? At this point in Jacob’s life, He is. He may be in your life as well. Until you are broken, brought low, brought to the end of yourself.

Encountering God – Part 13 - Is God your God?: Last week we witnessed Jacobs’ first encounter with God which occurred in a dream. It was the first time he ever had any direct dealing with God. It was a supernatural encounter with God. It resulted in his acknowledging that God existed and had ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Takes Care Of His Own

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 4, 2018

How well God knows su.

GOD TAKES CARE OF HIS OWN 1ST Peter 5: 7 Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you. 1. He knows our names. John 10: 3 To him the porter openeth; and the sheep hear his voice: and he calleth his own sheep by name, and leadeth them out. 2. He knows how much hair ...read more

Denomination: Baptist