Sermons on hidden gifts: showing 2,581-2,595 of 81,071

The Secret Of The Ages - Salvation By Grace

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Sep 3, 2018

A unique look at the gift of Salvation

“Surely you have heard about the administration of God's grace that was given to me for you, that is, the mystery made known to me by revelation, as I have already written briefly.” (Eph 3:2-3 NIV) There are two Greek words used in Scripture for the word “secret”. They are “kruptos” and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:3-10, Ephesians 2:8-9, 2 Peter 3:18, Philippians 2:12, Matthew 5:48  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cost Of Good Friday

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 3, 2015

There is a cost to every gift and the Gift of Easter was bought and paid for on Good Friday

Sometimes we hear people refer to the gift of Easter, and on Sunday we are going to reflect on the generosity that made Easter a reality for us, and for the gifts that are extended to us because of the resurrection. But that is Sunday and this is Friday. You see there couldn’t be a Sunday ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-26

Denomination: Wesleyan

An Explosion Of Glory Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Mar 12, 2003

Christ’s glory was hidden in his humanity, affirmed by the Father, and revealed most fully in his suffering.

On Monday we celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. day. Schools are closed, our church office is closed, some of you have the day off, all to commemorate the life work of Rev. Martin Luther King. The day before Rev. King was assassinated he delivered his final sermon in support of sanitation workers on ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When The Worms Increase? Restoration!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 14, 2007

Let us study caterpillars, cankerworms, palmerworms, mold and mildrew in the Bible and find the hidden lessons of RETSORATION!

WHEN THE WORMS INCREASE? Hear God! DON’T CRY OVER THE WORM DAMAGE, SEEK RESTORATION. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com THIS IS AT LEAST A TWO PART SERIES! I. SOMETIMES LIFE IS HARD, THE EARTH SEEMS AS IRON, AND THE HEAVENS SEEM AS BRASS. THERE IS A TYPE IN THE BIBLE ABOUT HAVING ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

3 Types Of Spiritual People?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 21, 2014

Many types are hidden in God's word, consider these: Abraham, Andrew, Barnabas... What type are you?

3 KINDS OF SPIRITUAL PEOPLE WE NEED IN THE CHURCH... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com 1. THE FIRST KIND OF PEOPLE WE NEED IN THE CHURCH ARE INTERCEDERS... GAP STANDERS... Ezekiel 22:30 And I sought for a man among them, that should make up the hedge, and stand in the gap before me for ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Escaping Pastoral Snares

Contributed by George Izunwa on Oct 4, 2016

Escaping some hidden traps that can hurt the life of a pastor and his ministry. It's a teaching outline.

Topic: Escaping pastoral snares - a snare is a trap! - a snare may be something originally good that has been abused into the users hurt. Ex. Gen 49:14-15. Ps 69:22 - a snare is a hunting instrument! Ex. Ps 91:3 Note -i- when a life is caught in a snare; it begins to produce ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 124:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hiding Place

Contributed by Bala Samson on Feb 17, 2021

Sometimes wilderness looks tough, dry, painful and unbearable but being hidden is necessary for the process of the growth of Church.

Hiding place! Revelation 12:1”A great sign appeared in heaven: a woman clothed with the sun, and the moon under her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars..” Just because things are not working out well now, never ever give up friend. Would you believe if I tell you that we preached to an ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Parable Of The Wicked Tenants: An Exposition Of Matthew 21:33-46

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Sep 25, 2020

Sometimes Parables have meanings that are hidden to some and revealed to others. At other times, they tell it like it is;

The Parable of the Wicked Tenants: An Exposition of Matthew 21:33-46 The parables of Jesus were often spoken to hide the truth from His enemies and reveal it to the disciples and those who held to Jesus teaching. It is true that He often had to take them aside to explain what the parable meant ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46, Isaiah 5:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Mystery Of Christ (Colossians 1)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 22, 2024

What is the mystery hidden from ages and generations? Let's find out in Colossians 1.

Into whose kingdom have we been brought? Upon whom do we base our faith? What form of circumcision is still relevant? What kinds of rules do people try to bring into the church? What are some examples? How should Christians live? What is missing that we are divided into so many denominations? What ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Seeds

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Jan 19, 2015

A discussion of how seeds grow, and how seemingly careless God is in sowing them.

Seeds PPT 1 Message Title PPT 2 main text Mr 4:26 And He was saying, "The kingdom of God is like a man who casts seed upon the soil; Mr 4:27 and goes to bed at night and gets up by day, and the seed sprouts up and grows — how, he himself does not know. Mr 4:28 "The soil produces crops by ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Deep Things Of God

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jun 13, 2021

You cannot study your way to knowing God deeper you must have a personal revelation. The reason so few have a deep intimate knowledge of God is because they try to know Him with their head instead of with their heart.

The Deep Things of God By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. My Heart: - Several months ago a friend of mine I grew up with contacted me. His name is Bishop Neal Smith from Akron, Ohio. During our conversation and several conversations, we have had since literally re-connecting in over 30 years he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:9-10, 1 Corinthians 1:30, Psalm 25:2

Denomination: Apostolic

Leave Your Enemies To God And Trust In Divine Justice. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 28, 2024

Dealing with enemies and those who seek to harm us can be a challenging and emotional experience.

Dealing with enemies and those who seek to harm us can be a challenging and emotional experience. However, as Christians, we are called to trust in God's justice and leave our enemies in His hands. In this sermon, we'll explore Bible verses that support this principle and provide guidance ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:19, Matthew 5:44, Exodus 14:14

Unveiled Mystery

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 25, 2013

Paul summarizes the gospel in a (possible) early Christian hymn in which he points out the revealing of certain hidden msyteries.

1. Mystery on the Border Juan comes up to the Mexican border on his bicycle. He’s got two large bags over his shoulders. The guard stops him and says "What’s in the bags?" "Sand," answers Juan. The guard says, "We’ll just see about that; get off the bike.” The guard takes ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Unwrapping Thegifts God Has Given You

Contributed by Gene Barron on Mar 1, 2001

Firstin a three-part series on Spiritual Gifts

“The Gifts of the Holy Spirit” (Part 1 of 3) 1 Cor 13:8-10; Romans 12:1-8 INTRODUCTION For several years American presidents have focused attention on what has been called America’s greatest wasteland: the vast potential of young men and women who, because of inadequate resources or other ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Greatest Gift Of All Time: Being Known By Someone

Contributed by Luciano Lombardi on Mar 9, 2001

In a day and age where people evaluate each other by what they know, God has revealed to men and women the privilege of being known by someone.

The Greatest Gift of All Time: To Be Known By Someone Subject: Friendship Theme: Friendship with God and Others Text: 2 Timothy 1:1-18 Time: Sunday Morning March 11, 2001 Question: Have we realized this Greatest Gift? Introduction: In Fyodor Dostoyevsky’s novel The Brother’s Karamazov, the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal