Sermons on God Gives:

Priority Mail Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 7, 2022

We have been blessed but are we a blessing? We have received but do we ever give anything back? It may be time to return to sender!

Return To Sender Pt. 3 - Priority Mail I. Introduction Written in 1962 by Otis Blackwell and Winfield Scott the song Return To Sender it was first recorded and released by none other than Elvis Presley. On November 11th, 1962, the song peaked at #2 for 5 weeks on Billboard's Hot Top 100 chart ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:10-16, 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

(In Everything Give Thanks) 1 Thes. 5:15-18 (Kjv)

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Nov 20, 2017

BUT THANKFULNESS IS A WAY OF LIFE FOR A BLOOD BOUGHT SON OR DAUGHTER OF GOD BECAUSE A THANKFUL SPIRIT IS ONE OF THE KEY DISTINGUISHING MARKS OF A CHRISTIAN

1 Thes. 5:15-18 (KJV) See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men. [16] Rejoice evermore. [17] Pray without ceasing. [18] In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

Breath Of God Or Copd?

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 4, 2023

I believe the modern church is suffering from spiritual COPD; we’re not getting the Breath of life from God often enough to animate us, transform us, heal & renew us, and help us overcome. God's Breath is our source of life, gives us purpose, & power.

BREATH OF GOD OR COPD? Job 33:4 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A man wanted to be a salesman, but he stuttered very badly. Then he saw an ad for a job as a Bible salesman for the Bible Society, and he decided to apply. 2. At the interview, they heard him stutter and said, "We're sorry, ...read more

Scripture: Job 33:4, John 20:22, John 14:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Understand Bible Prophecy Series

Contributed by Pastor Cosmos on Jan 13, 2011

This will give you the keys to unlock prophecy in scriptures

Illustration preview Quotes / Doctrine Remember, these keys will only work when dealing with Bible Prophecy, ie the book of Daniel, the book of Develation, Matt 24 etc. dont use this everywhere in the Bible it must be prophecy! The Bible to teach us to interperet the Bible by using the the Bible ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-2

Denomination: Charismatic

The Crisis Of Biblical Illiteracy Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 20, 2024

Preachers are to give heed to the Word, and to preach the Word...

Verses : Hosea 4:6, Matthew 22:29, 2 Timothy 2:15 God's people have always been destroyed by lack of knowledge - Hos 4:1-6. We confront a pressing issue in the Church of biblical illiteracy. Many of us are no longer familiar with the Word of God, and this has dire consequences for our faith ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15, Ephesians 6:17, Joshua 1:8

How To Speak God's Love Language!

Contributed by Jess Bousa on Jan 27, 2006

Learning how to give God all your heart, soul, mind and strength, not only speaks God’s love language of lifestyle worship, but also makes it easier to love people.

An author by the name of Dr. Gary Chapman wrote a book called the five love languages. After 30 years of counseling married couples, he came to the conclusion that each person has their own love language. The five love languages are words of affirmation, acts of service, quality time, receiving ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Shaken

Contributed by Jim Belcher on Oct 1, 2009

The world will not stop shaking us. We have to be shaken by God. Then we will have the courage to shake the world.

The church turned the world upside down. They went from a small band, to being all over the roman empire by the year 200. How? 3 things: 1. They were shaken by the world; 2. They were shaken by God; 3. They shook the world I. Shaken by the world How do you get in a position where you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Wonderful Work Of God's Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 27, 2020

Some of the most important things God's Holy Spirit wants to do in our lives: 1. He gives conviction (John 16:6-15). 2. He gives us a relationship with God. 3. He is our ever-present resource for Christian living.

The Wonderful Work of God's Holy Spirit The Gospel of John John 16:6-15 (plus multiple other Scriptures) Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - December 27, 2017 (Revised March 27, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 16. For many weeks now, we have been studying the ...read more

Scripture: John 16:6-15

Denomination: Baptist

Temptations, Trials & Tests: God Guides Us Through All.

Contributed by Doug Koehler on Feb 27, 2009

We give credit to God for much but, we should never give credit to God for Tempting us. Rather the credit should go to God for helping us through our temptations, tests and trials.

Temptations, Trials and Tests: Text: Genesis 22:1-18 Text: Mark 1:9-15 JOKE: I am going to lay claim to this joke because I have never heard anyone else tell it. So blame me first if you shake your head after hearing it. Here it goes: Did you know that cars existed in the days of Jesus? It is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 22:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran

The Handy Guide To Guidance Series

Contributed by Steve Moore on Oct 2, 2004

This sermon seeks to provide a better understanding as to how God guides His people. It takes an illustration of a hand, with its five fingers, to give a practical insight into the subject.

INTRODUCTION Today’s talk is entitled How does God guide us? As we consider this subject, I would like to make some assumptions – 1) We assume that God exists. 2) That God wants to guide us. 3) That we want him to guide us. I will assume we all hold a positive response to all of these ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:9

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

A Word Of Encouragement

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 29, 2003

God’s gives to His children a word of encouragement especially as they go through difficult circumstances when they learn to love Him and walk in accordance to His purpose.

“A Word of Encouragement” Romans 8:28 1. God WORKS. (8:28a) John 5:19; Hebrews 1:2-3; 1 Samuel 12:24; Isaiah 44:24; 2 Corinthians 12:9-10; Isaiah 49:5 2. God works WHOLLY (ON THE WHOLE) not in part. (8:28b) Colossians 1:16-17; Romans 4:21; Numbers 23:19; 1 Thessalonians 5:24; Philippians 1:6; ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

Why Then The Law?

Contributed by Dr. Kenneth Rhodes, Jr on Mar 1, 2007

Understanding the Lord’s purpose in giving the Law, using the Apostle Paul’s question, “why then the Law?” The sermon also touches indirectly on the issue of continuity and discontinuity.

Why Then the Law? Τί οὖν ὁ νόμος; Galatians 3:19 (NA27INT) "Why then the Law?" (1). Was "added" because of transgressions. "The verb "added" indicates that the law was not primary in God’s dealings with sinners. The covenant and promises ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What's Your Delight?

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 27, 2007

What’s your Delight? Are you missing out on life? God wants to give you the desires of your heart, all you need do is this...

At the Billy Graham Phone Center, this past week, we handled 92 calls, and 36 of those callers received Jesus as their Lord and Savior. And THAT makes me want to SHOUT! What’s your Delight? Psalm 37:4 Scriptures on Delight Psalm 37:4 Delight thyself also in the LORD: and he shall give thee ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Send Me A Sign

Contributed by David Brinkman on Aug 6, 2005

When you are in despair, you are desperate for a sign, a glimpse of hope. God’s answer when we are in despair is to give us what we need - Himself.

A businessman was in a great deal of trouble. His business was failing, he had put everything he had into the business, he owed everybody—it was so bad he was even contemplating suicide. As a last resort he went to a pastor and poured out his story of tears and woe. When he had finished, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:9-18

Denomination: Lutheran

A Wise Heart Cry Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Aug 22, 2005

The church who has revelation about the Great Commission and is Illuminated by the Holy Ghost, will have the same heart cry as Solomon, “O Lord give us wisdom.

Title: A Wise Heart Cry Theme: Grasping the Wisdom of God “Wisdom is supreme; therefore get wisdom. Though it cost you all you have, get understanding. Esteem her, and she will exalt you; embrace her, and she will honor you.” (Proverbs 4:7-8) The Lord is pleased when His children ask for ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational