Sermons on Hidden Gifts:

Worship Works Wonders

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 15, 2016

The greatest gift we can give Jesus this Christmas is our worship.

Worship Works Wonders Text: Luke 2:6-20 Introduction 1. “Dear Ladies, We know you mean well. We know you think you know best. But enough is enough. We have suffered in silence for too long. Having shared our pain with one another, we husbands hereby step out of the shadows and open our hearts. ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Go A-Fishing

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Jun 22, 2016

TO SAVE AND WIN A SOUL IS THE GREATEST GIFT WE CAN GIVE TO GOD

GO A FISHING MAIN TEXT: MATTHEW 4:19-20 “And He said unto them, follow me, and I will make you fishers of men. And they straightway left their nets and followed Him”. MARK 16:15 And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. Today there is ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Saved By Grace Alone Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 13, 2017

Ephesians 2:8-9 shows us that salvation is a gift of God.

Scripture We are currently in a series of sermons on Ephesians 2 that I am calling, “God’s Plan of Reconciliation.” The theme of Ephesians 2:1-10 is God’s grace in saving sinners. In verses 1-3 Paul described the way we were before we received the amazing grace of God. In verse 4 Paul started to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Moms Want Their Children To Do Well

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 20, 2013

The mother of the sons of Zebedee asked Jesus for a special gift that was not His to give.

Feast of St. James 2013 Matthew 20 Then the mother of the sons of Zeb'edee came up to him, with her sons, and kneeling before him she asked him for something. 21 And he said to her, "What do you want?" She said to him, "Command that these two sons of mine may sit, one at your right hand and one at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Catholic

A Proverb To Guide Our Giving Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 4, 2014

Paul quotes a proverb that is instructive for believers as they bring their gifts before the Lord.

“Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” [1] “Whoever sows sparingly will also reap ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Do Furry Friends Wait For Us

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jul 29, 2017

Pets and animals are God's special gift to us. Are they in heaven?

Do Furry Friends Wait For Us Are There Animals In Heaven? There is place of which nearly everyone believes exist, a place of which the beloved John wrote about. "Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away..." (Revelation 21:1) ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:6-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Child Is Born

Contributed by David Radcliff on Apr 2, 2016

The idea of giving gifts was not started by advertisers; they just distorted it for their own gain!

A CHILD IS BORN Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 9:6-7 LAST WEEK: we read Matthew 1:20-23 INTRODUCTION: The idea of giving gifts was not started by advertisers; they just distorted it for their own gain! (Illus. “Tickle me Elmo” Wal-Mart employee hospitalized after being stampeded by 300 people ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Be All You Can Be

Contributed by James Kevin Bachmann on Nov 12, 2011

Gifts from God must be developed to the maximum as we reject minimalism.

Parable of the Talents Becoming a Maximum Christian All Gods gifts, indeed all goodness and love we receive, are for us to develop to the maximum and so provide for increase in God’s Kingdom. That’s the message I would leave with you today. Become a “maximalist,” not a minimalist to prepare ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Catholic

Peace Work

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 10, 2011

Making peace is hard work; having peace is a gift from God.

Making peace is work. Hard work. And it’s not cheap, either. Can you imagine President Bush offering a cabinet post to Al Gore? And if you can imagine that, can you imagine Gore accepting the offer? And yet that’s almost exactly what has just happened in Israel, with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Rewards Series

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Jul 18, 2012

Salvation is a free gift from God, our rewards are accoring to works.

REWARDS Knowing that rewards will be given should make believers want to become a better and more productive Christian. There is a vast difference in the doctrine of salvation for the lost, and the doctrine of rewards for the saved. Salvation is “a free gift of God; you cannot earn it for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:27

Denomination: *other

Importance Of Mother’s Faith To Her Children.

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 18, 2023

The greatest gift we can give our children is to be godly parents.

The greatest gift we can give our children is to be godly parents. Motherhood is a blessing ordained by God, full of hope and joy, a high calling, and indeed worthy of honor. God wants Mothers also to have a great influence in the spiritual life of our children. Scripture teaches mothers to point ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:20, Philippians 4:9

The Ramifications Of Faith Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on May 4, 2020

Through faith we appropriate God’s free gift of salvation.

The Ramifications Of Faith Text: Romans 4:13-25 Introduction 1. Illustration: For God does not want to save us by our own but by an extraneous righteousness, one that does not originate in ourselves but comes to us from beyond ourselves, which does not arise on earth but comes from heaven. – ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:13-25

Denomination: Methodist

Salvation Is Free

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 24, 2025

Salvation is the greatest gift God has given to mankind, and it is entirely free.

SALVATION IS FREE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 2:8-9 Supporting Texts: Romans 6:23, John 3:16, Titus 3:5, Acts 4:12, Isaiah 55:1 INTRODUCTION Salvation is the greatest gift God has given to mankind, and it is entirely free. Unlike earthly treasures that require payment, human ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 6:23, John 3:16, Titus 3:5, Acts 4:12, Isaiah 55:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Never Enough Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 24, 2022

Can we recognize God's gifts for what they are?

Have you ever made a bargain with God? Have you ever said, “God, just get me out of this and I’ll never ask for anything again!” Or “God, if you help me pass this test I’ll come to church every Sunday for a year!” Or “God, if you get me this job I’ll never call in sick again!” If you have, you’re ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Blessing Of Wisdom

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 23, 2025

Wisdom is a divine gift that brings direction, prosperity, and favour into the life of a believer.

BLESSING OF WISDOM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 4:7 Key Verse: “Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.” (Proverbs 4:7) Supporting Texts: James 1:5; Ecclesiastes 7:12; Proverbs 9:10; Colossians 1:9-10 INTRODUCTION: Wisdom ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God