Sermons on Joyful Giving:

"the Freedom Christ Gives

Contributed by David Nolte on Jul 4, 2020

Most people don't understand freedom

Everybody on earth desires freedom. I do, and if I were a betting man, I’d gamble that you do, too! But many people don’t understand what freedom is or what freedom is not. Unfortunately, some people’s idea of, and quest for, freedom actually enslaves and imprisons them. Jude advises us “For ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Save The Animals

Contributed by Maryanne Carr on Apr 1, 2005

To truly rescue the animals, plants, and wildlife; a person must examine themself for sin. It is more deadly to animals than wildfire!

SAVE THE ANIMALS Did you hear the news the other day? The newscaster said that the Animal Rights people are going to try to force meat processors into putting the chickens to sleep prior to butchering them for sale to our supermarkets. It seems that it is inhumane for chickens to just be ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trials Are Life - Giving And Life - Changing

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Oct 16, 2002

James is calling us to a new way of thinking in times of trials. Consider it pure joy, because the Lord is there every step of the way

TRIALS “ARE” LIFE-GIVING AND LIFE CHANGING JAMES 1:2-4 Pastor Greg Mc Donald How many here have ever seen a golf ball...or held one in your hand? Probably all of you. Well, did you know that when they first manufactured golf balls, they made them smooth. But later on it was discovered that ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

It's Too Late To Give Up

Contributed by Cathy Mangum on Jul 24, 2007

This sermon encourages the Christian to hold on and stand firm in the race.

It’s too Late to Give Up Ecclesiastes 9:11 I returned, and saw under the sun, that the race is not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, neither yet bread to the wise, nor yet riches to men of understanding, nor yet favour to men of skill; but time and chance happeneth to them all. Thorns in ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:11

Denomination: Church Of God

Jesus Gives Us Grateful Hearts Series

Contributed by Andy Moyle on Apr 11, 2016

The grace of God operating in our lives overflows in gratitude - here's why and how...

Every now and again someone will post a meme saying that there are 365 times in the bible that God says "Do not be afraid" or "do not fear" one for each day of the year. Absolute nonsense sadly. It's actually only 126 times! Sentiment is good God does want you to overcome fear and go in His ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-15

Denomination: Charismatic

Joy To The World, The Lord Has Come Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 2, 2017

In the account of Christ’s advent in John 1:19-37, we see a 1) Joyful Preparation (John 1:19-28), a 2) Joyful Arrival (John 1:29-34) and a resulting 3) Joyful Response (John 1:35-37).

If you're the type of person who counts down the days until your local radio station starts playing nonstop Christmas music, you might want to brace yourself for some bad news. Apparently listening to Christmas music on loop could have some negative effects on your mental health, according to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-37

Denomination: Other

Why Will We Enter His Gates With Thanksgiving?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 17, 2025

This is a summons for us to enter into the presence of God with a joyful heart.

The question presented is “Why will we enter His gates with thanksgiving?” A simple answer is, why not. One cannot answer this question solely on verse four. The whole chapter needs to be considered when populating a response. This psalm opens with a solicitation to the entire earth to happily ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Bridegroom Gives An Abundance Of New Wine

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Feb 7, 2021

To those who love him, the Bridegroom gives this promise: his great marriage feast is coming! At that feast there won’t ever be the disappointment that it’s coming to an end, that the joy is running out, but there will be blessedness unending.

When you meet someone new, it can take a while to get to know them. Maybe you’re starting at high school or university, and you’re meeting all kinds of people for the first time. Or you just gained a few new colleagues at work. Well, it’ll take a while to get acquainted. You chat together on and ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11, John 20:24-31, Joel 3:14-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Fellowship In The Gospel

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Apr 10, 2024

Paul was thankful and joyful about the Philippian believers participation

Fellowship in the Gospel Philippians 1:3-8 Good morning. When I first sensed the Lord’s calling for me to enter into full-time ministry, I had a lot of zeal and hope for all the Lord would do through me, to further His kingdom. Because I truly loved Jesus and I was not getting into ministry for ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tithes & Offerings Devotion No. 1_god Loves A Cheerful Giver Series

Contributed by Herman Abrahams on Apr 6, 2006

Our giving must not be reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful (hilarious) giver

Compiled by: Herman Abrahams (Pastor), Cornerstone Faith Ministries, P.O. Box 740, Westridge 7802, Rep. of South Africa. E-Mail: Mentorship2003@yahoo.co.uk Note to the reader: If you have been blessed with this sermon compilation, I would be honoured to receive an e-mail from you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-7, 2 Peter 1:1-11, Genesis 1:24

Denomination: Charismatic

Here I Am Series

Contributed by Hal Seed on Jul 27, 2007

When Isaiah wandered into the Temple that night, he thought he was going in for some comfort. Instead he found a God so inspiring, he couldn’t help but volunteer to serve.

[This sermon is contributed by Hal Seed of New Song Church in Oceanside, California and of www.PastorMentor.com. Hal is the author of numerous books including The God Questions and The Bible Questions. If you are interested in The Bible Questions Church-wide Campaign, please visit and watch Hal’s ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Secret #2 - Earn All You Can. Series

Contributed by Bryan Fink on Feb 2, 2009

To let Christians know that for someone’s 2009 to be better than their 2008 will require them to increase their giving.

Would you agree that most people find it challenging to keep a good secret? Can you imagine what it would be like to be the keeper of thousands of juicy secrets? Frank Warren is such a person. There is probably no person in all of history who has been told more secrets than Frank Warren. In ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:7-15

Denomination: Methodist

Wherever! Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Dec 17, 2009

What determines the life of a gift?

Wherever Matthew 26:6-13 What determines the life of a gift? Three ways one can give: 1) Give to Get 2) Give to Reach Goal 3) Give to God Matthew 26:6-13 6 While Jesus was in Bethany in the home of a man known as Simon the Leper, 7 a woman came to him with an alabaster jar of very expensive ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:6-13

Denomination: Church Of God

Partner In The Work Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Oct 4, 2010

God provides for those with faith to partner in the work of the Gospel.

Scripture Introduction In his bestselling book, How To Win Friends and Influence People, Dale Carnegie explains that when he met a businessman for the first time, he asked which sign of the Zodiac he was born under. Almost none of the guys knew, so Carnegie would ask the day of his birth so he ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:14-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Real Compassion Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 22, 2009

Jesus’ feeding of the 4,000 shows us that real compassion sees the need, feels the need and meets the need.

In nearly 24 years of pastoral ministry, I have been asked some tough questions about the Christian faith. One of the toughest questions regards the problem of evil and why a good and all-powerful God allows people to suffer in this world. Peter Kreeft, a Christian apologist and philosopher, has ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical Free