Sermons on Lavished Gifts:

'gifts Of Grace'

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 1, 2024

'Gifts of grace' - Romans chapter 12 verses 3-8 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: TIME to EVALUIATE: • know yourself (vs 3) • accept yourself (vs 3) TIME to FUNCTION: • the theory (vs 4-5) • the practice (vs 6-8) TIME to DISCOVER: • be informed • be open • be available • be sensitive. Time to EXPLAIN: • the gift of prophecy (vs 6) • the gift of serving ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Brethren

Finding The Gift Of Purpose (Joseph) Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Dec 12, 2023

Finding the Gift of Purpose (Joseph) Series: Finding the True Gift of Christmas Brad Bailey – December 3, 2023

Finding the Gift of Purpose (Joseph) Series: Finding the True Gift of Christmas Brad Bailey – December 3, 2023 INTRO I would venture to say that most of us have come here today…with a sense about our lives…that is related to the hopes and dreams we have had. … that is… we have ideas about how we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:19-25, Matthew 2:13, Proverbs 19:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gift Of Christmas: A Savior Is Born

Contributed by Dr. Nichol Burris on Dec 18, 2023

In the hushed whispers of a Bethlehem night, a divine promise is fulfilled, and in the warmth of this season, we unwrap the profound significance of the Savior's birth that continues to illuminate our lives with hope and salvation.

The Gift of Christmas: A Savior is Born Introduction: Great afternoon, Beloved of the Most High Yah. As we gather together to celebrate this joyous season, let us turn our hearts and minds to the true meaning of Christmas—the birth of our Savior, Yeshuah Christ. Today, I want to share with you a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Now About Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Oct 2, 2023

a message about the function of Spiritual gifts in the life of the church

1 Corinthians 12:1-31 Now about spiritual gifts, brothers, I do not want you to be ignorant. {2} You know that when you were pagans, somehow or other you were influenced and led astray to mute idols. {3} Therefore I tell you that no one who is speaking by the Spirit of God says, "Jesus be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Gifts - What Are Yours?

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Aug 4, 2023

Spiritual Gifts are a biblical concept and a Fundamental Belief of our church, and yet most of us don’t know what our Spiritual Gifts are – to the peril of the body.

August 05, 2023 Today we are talking about Spiritual Gifts. Clear back in the book of Exodus, God told Moses that He was going to gift certain men in Israel with the gift of craftsmanship for the construction of the Tabernacle: • Exodus 31:1-5 - Then the LORD said to Moses, 2 "See, I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16, Exodus 31:1-5, 1 Corinthians 12:4-7, Romans 12:4-6

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Mary's Gift

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 16, 2021

The message tells us Mary gave us the gift of discovery, Gods Favor, the incarnation, and the gift of unmerited favor.

Luke 1:39-55) Last week we talked about Johns gift now let talk about Mary’s gift 1. Mary’s Gift is The discovery of what God is doing • Mary’s adventure begins when she leaves Nazareth in Galilee and goes with haste to a Judean town in the hill country. • She has just received a message from a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-55

Denomination: Methodist

Our Gift From The Lord

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 11, 2022

A woman decides to try riding horseback, even though she has had no lessons or prior experience.

• She mounts the horse unassisted and the horse immediately springs into motion. • It gallops along at a steady and rhythmic pace, but the woman begins to slip from the saddle. • In terror, she grabs for the horse's mane, but cannot seem to get a firm grip. • She tries to throw her arms ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas, The Gift, The Peaceable Kingdom

Contributed by Lee Houston on Dec 17, 2022

The Christmas season has many wonderful traditions. Does everyone here know of the "tradition" of kissing under the mistletoe?

Christmas, The Gift, The Peaceable Kingdom Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-10, Matthew 1:1-17 The Christmas season has many wonderful traditions. Does everyone here know of the "tradition" of kissing under the mistletoe? The history of kissing under the mistletoe is from ancient Scandinavian ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-10, Matthew 1:1-17

Different Gifts - All Useful

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on May 4, 2022

The greatest gift we can receive is the gift of salvation. But God's gift giving does not end there. God provides us with gifts that enhance our lives and build up the body of Christ, the church.

Alba 5-1-2022 DIFFERENT GIFTS – ALL USEFUL Romans 12:3-8 In December of 2004, Dave Barry, a columnist for the Washington Post, wrote his comments about the typical male in the first week of December. He wrote, “Your standard man, at this point in the Christmas season, has purchased zero gifts. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

If You Knew The Gift Of God

Contributed by John Gaston on May 4, 2022

We’re looking at a woman who encountered Jesus unexpectedly. At first she thought He was just another Jew, but before long she found herself face to face with God. He offered her the answer to her heart's greatest need -- God's inner presence.

IF YOU KNEW THE GIFT OF GOD! JOHN 4:10 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Did you hear about the man who had emergency surgery on his hand and lost 3 fingers? The man asked the man if he could still write. 2. The doctor answered, “Maybe, but don’t count on it.” B. TEXT 5 So he came to a town in ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Gift & His Mission

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 5, 2023

The Gift & His Mission

The Gift & His Mission Scripture: Luke 2:22-40. Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, We celebrate our birthdays. We receive gifts and presents from our loved ones. You celebrate your wedding anniversary. You receive gifts and presents from your wife or husband. The gifts or presents ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Other

Two Gifts: Law And Faith

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 6, 2022

We believe Jesus, Son of Mary, Son of God. His life and teaching exemplify the real divine objective. God wants us to live and die in love.

Saturday of the 27th week in course 2022 St. Paul is sharing his reflections with the Galatians and with us on two gifts given by the Father in His mercy. We need to first remind ourselves of the state we were in before God intervened in human history to call Abraham to be our spiritual ancestor, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:27-28, Psalm 105:2-7, Galatians 3:22-29

Denomination: Catholic

The Unexpected Gift At The Foot Of The Cross

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Oct 25, 2022

A sermon for the Sunday following Pentecost, Year C, Lectionary 30

October 23, 2022 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Luke 18:9-14 The Unexpected Gift at the Foot of the Cross Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. What are the fibers binding groups together? It depends on the group. • For ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Using My Spiritual Gifts Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 14, 2022

It is more important to use my spiritual gifts than to understand them

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

Children - Gifts From God

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Feb 16, 2022

Children are gifts from God. Christian parents should recognise that they are care givers, trusted with a charge to raise and nurture godly children for God. It is an arduous but rewarding task if properly executed.

TEXT: PSALMS 127:3-5 (NLT) "Children are a gift from the LORD; they are a reward from him. Children born to a young man are like arrows in a warrior’s hands. How joyful is the man whose quiver is full of them! He will not be put to shame when he confronts his accusers at the city ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:3-5, Malachi 2:15

Denomination: Pentecostal