Sermons on Joyful Giving:

"Why Are We Here?"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jan 19, 2007

Gives five reasons God has us here.

“What in the World Are We Here For?” January 22, 2007 “The author: Solomon of Jerusalem, King David’s son, "The Preacher." In my opinion, nothing is worthwhile; everything is futile. For what does a man get for all his hard work? Generations come and go, but it makes no difference. The sun rises ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-8

Denomination: Holiness

The Burden Of The Bondwoman

Contributed by Cleavon Matthews Sr. on Jan 26, 2007

Our burdens often give birth to our blessings.

THE BURDEN OF THE BONDWOMAN Genesis 21:8-21 By Cleavon Matthews January 25, 2007 INTRODUCTION It was a celebratory occasion. It was a time of laughter, delight, and merriment. Abraham made a great feast. Isaac was weaned. He escaped the danger of infantile fatality. There was undoubtedly ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:8-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Get Your House In Order Physically Series

Contributed by Frederick Baker Ii on Sep 14, 2008

This sermon give the physical responsibility of each member of the family

“Get Your House In Order Physically” Text: II Kings 20:1 “In those days was Hezekiah sick unto death. And the prophet Isaiah the son of Amoz came to him, and said unto him, Thus saith the LORD, Set thine house in order; for thou shalt die, and not live.” Timothy 2:15-17 15 Study to shew thyself ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 20:1

Denomination: *other

God's Plan For Women

Contributed by Trae Durden on May 6, 2013

A consideration of Mother's and the blessings they give. And then the woman's role in the church.

Proverbs 31:10-31 1. My Grandmother’s Lessons a. Romans 1:16-17 b. Taught family to love the Lord and His church c. Legacy of Faith! d. 2 Corinthians 2:3-7 2. My Mother’s Love (Sacrifice) a. Romans 12:1-2 b. Very involved with politics – Reagan Campaign 1980’s c. I ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Gift That Will Return

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Dec 12, 2011

Yes it is life time gift that never stops giving.

A GIFT THAT WILL RETURN Luke 1: 26And in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth, 27To a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin’s name was Mary. 28And ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-35

Denomination: Baptist

Paul's Preaching On The Purse Part Two: Commandments For The Wealthy Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Sep 29, 2013

The Apostle Paul gives commandments to the rich on the handling of money.

PAUL’S PREACHING ON THE PURSE (PART TWO:) COMMANDMENTS FOR THE WEALTHY 1 TIMOTHY 6:17-19 Audio Link to listen to this sermon: http://chirb.it/aKzkh6 INTRODUCTION: 1.) This morning as we come to the end of 1 Timothy, we will pick up a theme we had started two weeks ago concerning ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:17-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Get Your Life Off Of Hold

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Oct 2, 2010

Get out of your cave and give Him praise.

1Sa 22:1 David therefore departed thence, and escaped to the cave Adullam: (refuge) and when his brethren and all his father's house heard it, they went down thither to him. 1Sa 22:2 And every one that was in distress, and every one that was in debt, and every one that was discontented, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living With The Enemy Series

Contributed by C Vincent on Feb 25, 2009

This is the introduction to Judges which gives an overall view of the book.

This is the start of a study on the book of Judges (week1). Slide 1 Introduction to the book: Slide 2 21 chapters spanning almost 400 years From Joshua’s death to the first King; Saul The title ‘Judges’ doesn’t mean courts and jurors, more like deliverers with a military sense. There were ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The First Commandment Series

Contributed by Abiodun Adeniyi on Dec 8, 2008

people often give the glory that belongs to God to the gods

FIRST COMMANDMENT NO ROOM FOR OTHER GODS “Thou shalt have no other goods before me.”Exo.20:3. This is the first commandment that God gave to Moses to be passed on to his people. This implies that God hates idolatry – the belief and worship of other goods. In Africa and the Greek world, there are so ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Good News Of Great Joy

Contributed by Mark Roper on Dec 24, 2008

15 Reasons Jesus Birth Gives us Joy

GOOD NEWS OF GREAT JOY During an Ordinary Night, an Extraordinary Message was proclaimed by angels who spoke to the shepherds over two thousand years ago: ‘Do not be afraid. I bring you tidings of great joy that will be for all people; a Saviour has been born to you’. Luke 2:10 NIV GOOD NEWS ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10

Denomination: Church Of God

Biblical Spending Series

Contributed by David Welch on Dec 29, 2008

three of three messages on money - getting, giving and spending

This is a continution on money principles V. Principles of Spending A. Problems in spending 1. Impulse buying Spending to fill a void or medicate a hurt always leads to trouble. 2. Indulgence Pro 21:16-17; 23:21; Col 3:5-6 A man who wanders from the way of understanding will rest ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:6-13

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Grace To Face The Past Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 22, 2013

God gives the grace to face the issues and problems of the past

We all have regrets, according to Dr. Richard Kinnier of Arizona State Univ. The most common regret was not being a better student, not studying more. Other common regrets include not being more assertive, not having more self-discipline, not taking more risks, not spending quality time with ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Church Of God

Did You Get What You Wanted When You Got What You Asked For?

Contributed by J Richison on Aug 10, 2017

Will you really want what God gives you?

Did You Get What You Wanted; When You Got What You Asked For? St. Matthew 14:1-12 Herodias un-named daughter had a once in a lifetime chance to have anything in the kingdom she wanted. She could have even had half of the kingdom itself, wealth, fame, honor ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

"There Is More Than Enough"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 22, 2016

A sermon about giving what we have to God.

“There is More Than Enough” Matthew 14:13-21 Immediately before our Gospel Lesson for this morning, we are told that Jesus’ cousin, good friend, and trail blazer—John the Baptist—has been beheaded by Herod as a party favor for his daughter. Right before ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Denomination: United Methodist

We All Have A Second (Or A Third . . . Or Fourth) Chance

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Apr 30, 2019

Jesus gives us lots of opportunities to join him

John 21:1-19 This story of the final appearance of Jesus to his disciples took place a couple weeks after Easter; the disciples seemed at wit’s end… Jesus has died, they were not really sure about the resurrection (even though they have seen the risen Christ once or twice). But they were still ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Episcopal