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  • Dennis King avatar

    Gifts

    Contributed by Dennis King on Aug 26, 2022
     | 940 views

    What do you think of when "gifts" are mentioned? Usually, when Christians think of "gifts," we think of giving 10%, or less, to the Church. How backward is that?

    Gifts What do you think of when I mention the word "gifts?" Usually, when Christians think of "gifts," we think of giving a small portion of money to the Church. Are you kidding me? Since everything is God's to begin with, how backward is that? Oh, how the sin of pride ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Gift PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 501 views

    To explore the gifts of testing, patience, and joy and how they serve to mature us and deepen our relationship with Christ.

    Good morning, church family. You know, as Christians, we often hear about the gifts of the Spirit, but how often do we consider the gifts of testing, patience, and joy? In a world where instant gratification is the norm, these gifts may seem like anything but. However, as we delve into James ...read more

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    The Gift PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 22, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,036 views

    This sermon reflects on the birth of Jesus Christ, emphasizing its significance as a beacon of hope, a symbol of grace, and a promise of new beginnings. Key

    Welcome, beloved friends and family of faith. What a joy it is to gather here, in this sacred space, where we can share in the divine fellowship of our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here to reflect, to rejoice, and to rekindle our faith in the light of God's Word. As we stand on the precipice of a new ...read more

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    The Greatest Gift, The Gift Of Himself.

    Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Dec 21, 2002
    based on 39 ratings
     | 5,740 views

    This sermon takes a look at what is so significant about the incarnation of God. The significance I point out is that it reveals who God is and what He is like, then I focus on the approachability of God and how He experienced what we experience.

    This past week we exchanged gifts amongst our own family and to tell you the truth we just couldn’t wait to see the look on our little girl‘s faces. Denise had spent almost 4 months tracking down every type of care bear in existence for our youngest girl Carrie, and with all that hard work ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    God Isn’t Fair

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 2, 2023
     | 1,617 views

    God isn’t fair. God is lavish. Everything is a gift, including our lives, whether short or long.

    Do you remember the Palm Sunday five years ago when twin suicide bombings took place in Egypt? One was at St. George’s Church in the Nile delta, and the other was at Saint Mark’s Coptic Orthodox Cathedral in Alexandria, the seat of the Coptic papacy. It’s one of the oldest Christian communities in ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Gift Of Redemption Series

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 24, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,599 views

    The second in a series on the Epistle to the Ephesians, this message introduces the book of Ephesians in general and looks at the gift of redemption through the suffering and death of Jesus

    Tom carried his new toy boat to the edge of the river. He carefully placed it in the water and slowly let out the string. He was amazed how smoothly the boat sailed! Tom sat in the warm sunshine, admiring the little boat that he had built. Suddenly a strong current caught the boat. Tom tried to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    An Indescribable Gift

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 20, 2023
     | 889 views

    A Christmas Eve message

    Christmas Eve Jesus is the I Am December 24, 2023 When we think of Christmas, we look at the many passages in Matthew and Luke. But I want to tell you about a passage that may turn into a new Christmas favorite, or at least one that stands out for you. The apostle Paul was talking about giving ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Greatest Gift

    Contributed by Kelvin Parks on Feb 16, 2003
    based on 116 ratings
     | 15,384 views

    The Real Meaning of Christmas

    The Greatest Gift Hebrews 11: 6c Revelation 22: 12 ·Prayer ·Acknowledgements (God, Pastor, Associate Ministers, Wife, Congregation) Scripture Hebrews 11:6c “But without faith it is impossible to please him; for he that cometh to God must believe ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Gift - My Gift

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 14, 2003
    based on 31 ratings
     | 1,491 views

    "Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift" (II Cor. 9:15).

    A. WHAT HAS GOD GIVEN ME? "Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift" (II Cor. 9:15). 1. Life. God has given us life, "And the Lord God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living soul" (Gen. 2:7). Because we have this gift, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christmas Gifts: The Gift Of Fellowship Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 9, 2002
    based on 79 ratings
     | 12,029 views

    Leviticus 3 would seem an odd Christmas text, but there is much to be found about a little known Old Testament sacrifice that can help us understand more about what God would want from us in this season of Christmas.

    OPEN: Joe had ordered an expensive suit for a banquet, and the tailor finished alterations just in time. But as Joe left the shop, a sudden rainstorm doused the jacket & shrank one of the sleeves. "We can’t do anything about it today," the tailor told Joe when he returned to the shop. "Just ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Speaking Gifts & Serving Gifts Series

    Contributed by Robert Higgins on Oct 10, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,595 views

    God’s power and presence is apparent when we use our gifts as stewards in total reliance upon Him.

    1. Review and Overview a. Imagine this Christmas leaving your presents unopened under the Christmas tree and never opening them. You take the tree down and you leave the presents there. You look at them every once in a while and even go over and shake them, but you make no effort to open them. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Gift-My Gift

    Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on Apr 26, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,574 views

    “Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift” (II Cor. 9:15).

    A. WHAT HAS GOD GIVEN ME? “Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift” (II Cor. 9:15). 1. Life. God has given us life, “And the Lord God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living soul” (Gen. 2:7). Because we have this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Manifestation Gifts - Gift Of Prophecy

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 22, 2013
     | 6,652 views

    Spiritual gifts are manifestations of the Holy Spirit. These gifts belong to the church and are supernatural manifestations of the Holy Spirit and are manifest through Spirit-filled believers. These manifestations are visible expressions of the Holy Sp

    The Manifestation Gifts - Gift of Prophecy 1 Corinthians 12:7-11 - But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to each one for the profit of all: for to one is given the word of wisdom through the Spirit, to another the word of knowledge through the same Spirit, to another faith by the same ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Good Gift/Perfect Gift

    Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Dec 4, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,406 views

    A REAL CHRSTMAS CELEBRATION.

    GOOD GIFT/PERFECT GIFT INTRO: CHRISTMAS TIME 1: DO YOU HAVE A MERRY CHRISTMAS OR HAPPY HOLIDAYS? A) CHRISTMAS HAS BEEN UNDER ATTACK B) SECULAR SOCIETY SAYS IT IS WRONG TO CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS. C) SOTRES DON’T HAVE CHRISTMAS SALES ANYMORE, THEY HAVE HOLIDAY SALES POINT: THERE ARE SOME THINGS ABOUT ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    His Gift - Our Gift Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 18, 2019
     | 3,944 views

    God has given us the greatest gift imaginable in Jesus -- it compels us to want to give a gift to him. The ultimate gift we can give is ourselves which we show by doing justly; loving mercy; and walking humbly with Him.

    1. I put a question on the church’s FB page: “What is one of your favorite Christmas memories?” Responses had to do with family and with gifts (Santa stories). 2. The coming of Jesus represents God’s ultimate gift to us (John 3:16-17) a. Response to receiving a gift is to give a gift in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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