Sermons on Joyful Giving:

How Can This Be?

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 13, 2002

Abraham questioned God’s plan to give a child to him when he was 100 years old, even as Mary wondered about God’s plan to give her a son when she was a virgin.

December 9, 2001 Heb. 11:11-12; Gen. 15-16 “How can this be?” INTRODUCTION Do you know what the three most feared words at Christmas time are? “Some assembly required”. Oh, there are lots of good words at Christmas. Words like “Joy to the world”, “Merry Christmas”, “50% off sale”, and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Love Of God-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 16, 2021

1 of 5. Paul highlighted the necessity of self-giving love to the proper outworking of Christian living. Self-giving love is essential to true Christianity, but How or in what ways is it essential? As A Christian, the Love of God must...

The LOVE Of GOD-I—1Corinthians 13:1-13 Attention: Valentine’s Day is upon us, & our society is confused about the meaning of ‘love’, because it can carry a variety of meanings. In our society ‘love’ is most often portrayed thru books, movies, & television in a sentimental sense or a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Good News From The Graveyard!

Contributed by Larry Sarver on Apr 16, 2002

An Topical message on the assurances that the resurrection gives to Christians.

"Good News From The Graveyard" March 31, 2002 Introduction: Welcome to New life in Christ. It is our normal teaching practice to go through books of the Bible verse by verse. Currently on Sunday mornings we are going through the Gospel of Luke but since this is such a special day I will not be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-8, Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Wants You Rich?

Contributed by Don Spooner on May 9, 2002

A balanced view of scripture concerning giving and receiving.

Let me make it clear. I have nothing against success or riches. I believe in tithing and giving to God’s work. I believe that God loves a cheerful giver and that you cannot outgive Him. My wife and I are not rich, but we’re not hurting either. God blessed us with jobs. He also gave us the drive ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:9-10, Galatians 3:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Things Look Down, Just Look Up

Contributed by Michael Bowen on Nov 28, 2001

Two promises God gives to discouraged Christians

When Things Look Down, Just Look Up - Psalm 23:4 Introduction: A husband went to see the doctor for a local checkup. After the checkup the doctor asked the man’s wife to come into his office that he might tell her about her husband’s condition. When she got in the office she asked the doctor ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Baptist

'tis The Season

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 1, 2001

’Tis the season to live and give, to reach and teach.

‘ TIS THE SEASON Eccl. 3:1-8 INTRO.- ILL.- Someone described the seven ages of man in these ways: spills, drills, thrills, bills, ills, pills, wills. Spills - infancy. Drills - childhood. We get drilled about doing this and that. Thrills - Teen years perhaps. I’m not sure they are all that ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus First!

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Dec 8, 2001

Deals with the place of honor that we give to Jesus.

Near the center of one of our great Midwestern cities there is a restaurant that has consistently rated with the critics. It’s really just a hole-in-the-wall but the chicken is "O, so good..." The restaurant is called: Holy Ghost Fire Baptized Chicken-which of course is a rather peculiar name for ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-14

Denomination: *other

20 Essential Building Blocks For Vision - Part 3 Series

Contributed by David Derry on Apr 17, 2003

discovering and fulfilling the vision God gives you.

This sermon series was inspired by the book “visioneering” by Andy Stanley. Parts of this sermon are taken directly from the material in his book. 20 Essential Building Blocks for Vision – Part 3 March 30, 2003 The past 2 weeks we have been talking about vision and the building blocks that are ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Road To Happiness

Contributed by Marianne Unger on May 29, 2003

The Bible gives us clear directions to happiness.

Psalm 1 The Road To Happiness Often times our religion has terminology that is specific to our life experiences. We often speak of our faith in words that try to describe a heavenly realm in earthly terms. Psalm 1 is chock full of metaphorical language to help us better understand God’s plans ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: *other

Why We Should Walk On For Jesus.

Contributed by Phil Dyar on Mar 1, 2003

IT IS NOT A TIME TO GIVE UP BUT IT IS A TIME TO WALK ON FOR JESUS.

TITLE WALK ON FOR JESUS. TEXT JOHN 6-66 LET ME GIVE SOME REASONS WHY A CHILD OF GOD SHOULD WALK ON FOR JESUS. 1 BECAUSE OF THE PRICE HE PAID FOR US. A ISAIAH 53 3-10 JOHN 3-16 2 BECAUSE OF THE PIT HE GOT US OUT OF. A PS 40 1-3 3 BECAUSE OF THE PEACE HE PLACED IN ARE HEART. A JOHN ...read more

Scripture: John 6:66

The New Commandment

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Mar 14, 2003

Jesus gives His disciples a new commandment.

The New Commandment John 13: 34 – 35 Jeff Hughes I. Introduction a. It’s always a privilege to teach from God’s Word, and when Pastor Ron asked me to teach tonight I was excited to get the chance to come and share with y’all. b. So, first, to start, let me set the stage for our passage tonight. ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Is The Greatest?

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 27, 2002

The disciples asked the question, Jesus gives the answer!

INTRODUCTION • Who is the greatest? That debate rages on in the sports world. Is Tiger Woods the greatest golfer ever? Was Babe Ruth the greatest baseball player to ever play? Was Johnny Unitas the greatest quarterback to ever play the game? Who was the greatest of the presidents? • Who has ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Foundation Of Our Existence

Contributed by Jerry Vargo on Aug 5, 2002

This is a message giving the purpose for our existence as Christians.

If you use any or all of this message--would you be willing to fire off a quick email to:pastorjerryvargo@juno.com? I would like to have an idea of how often my sermons are actually being preached to strengthen the Body of Christ. Thanks! The Foundation of our Existence Pastor Jerry C. ...read more

Scripture: John 18:35-37

Denomination: Pentecostal

Enough With The Leftovers

Contributed by Jay Patton on Aug 6, 2002

A sermon challenging everyone to give God their best.

Enough With the Leftovers Mark 12:41-44 Introduction: Illustration re: Chuck Swindoll forgetting his anniversary Read Scripture/Pray Background: Jesus’ contrast of the self-righteous leaders vs. the poor Purpose Statement: When you give to the Lord recognize... I. It’s not the size of the gift ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Baptist

Whose Life Is It Anyway?

Contributed by Troy Mason on Aug 23, 2002

God’s grace gives us life

Whose Life Is It Anyway? Eph 2:8-9 Introduction: What is life? It is to be saved. Salvation is to be assured of eternal life in heaven. Without salvation, we are dead; we just don’t know it. Keep it to yourself it’s my life. Go ahead with your own life, leave me alone. I. Grace - God’s ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Baptist