Sermons on Missions Giving:

Put Down Your Bullhorn Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jun 8, 2015

There were times where Jesus started out a sentence by saying, “I tell you the truth”. It was a declaration of affirmation where he was placing a strong emphasis on what followed. Today we'll look at his use of it in Matt. 6:1-4.

“PUT DOWN YOUR BULLHORN” Matthew 6:1-4 There were times where Jesus started out a sentence by saying, “I tell you the truth”. We would say that everything Jesus said is the truth. We would also say that everything Jesus said is important so we might wonder why he sometimes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Extravagant Generosity

Contributed by Rolando, Jr Pama on Mar 11, 2023

 The poor widow, would have had no source of income after her husband's death.  Therefore the two small copper coins were all she had - and yet she offered them to God.

1. GOD SEES HOW WE GIVE. Mark 12:41a Jesus sat down opposite the place where the offerings were put and watched the crowd putting their money into the temple treasury. Hebrews 4:13 Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of him ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Let Us Not Become Weary

Contributed by Rolando, Jr Pama on Mar 11, 2023

Don't give up. Give your best to God. Give your best shot.

1. SHARE ALL GOOD THINGS TO YOUR MENTOR. • Galatians 6:6 6Nevertheless, the one who receives instruction in the word should share all good things with their instructor. • 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 12Dear brothers and sisters, honor those who are your leaders in the Lord’s work. They work hard among ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:6-10

The Heart Of The Father

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Dec 5, 2010

Message about the knowing the Heart of the Father

Disclaimer: I do a lot of reading. Most is from my studies not sure how much. Title: The Heart of the Father Theme: Show that what was missed by the “other brother was the heart of the father” Text: Luke 15 Luke 15:1-3 Then all the tax collectors and the sinners drew near to Him to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-3

Denomination: Church Of God

Leadership Conference

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 28, 2019

This message is addressed to our leaders as we attempt to recast a vision for our church.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH 1. Let’s develop a plan to use our building as an evangelism tool by making it available free for funerals to families who have suffered violence resulting in a death. We can also make the gym available for repasts for free to families who have been victims of violence. Let us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

'the End Of The Beginning'. Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 30, 2023

'The End of The Beginning' - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Paul the Preacher & Teacher (vs 23). • (a). "Explaining" • (b). "Witnessing" • (c). "Convincing" (2). Paul the Writer (vs 30). (3). Paul the Evangelist (vs 24). SERMON BODY: Ill: • During the second world war November 1942: • As ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:17-31

Denomination: Brethren

A Dynamic Church Takes The Gospel To The Ends Of The Earth Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Aug 29, 2008

God honors his people with ambassadorships in his government.

Scripture Introduction Today we read the introduction of a letter written by the physician, Luke, to a dear friend. Since at least AD 300, the church has called this book, “The Acts of the Apostles,” because Dr. Luke tells the continuing story of the work of Jesus through his chosen and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Ministry Lifecycle

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jul 19, 2022

John the baptist knew his mission was over and he was glad. Churches today need to learn this lesson. Sometimes churches do not let old missions close out.

The Ministry Lifecycle John 3:22-36 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 3:22 After these things Jesus and His disciples came into the land of Judea, and there He was spending time with them and baptizing. 23 John also was baptizing in Aenon near Salim, because there was much water there; and people ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: United Methodist

The Little Commission And The Feeding Of The 5000.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 5, 2022

Jesus sends His disciples on a mission. Herod wants to see Jesus. The disciples return, and rest. Jesus teaches the crowd. And feeds them!

THE LITTLE COMMISSION AND THE FEEDING OF THE 5000. Luke 9:1-17. I). Jesus sends His disciples on a mission (Luke 9:1-6). LUKE 9:1-2. We see that the empowering of the twelve included those things which Jesus had been doing: casting out devils, curing diseases, preaching the kingdom of God, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Today We Get To Vote!

Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 31, 2008

Today is an historic day... today we get to choose whom we will serve and how we will serve.

Title: Today We Get to Vote! Text: Joshua 24:1-3 and 14-24 The Big Idea: Today is an historic day… today we get to vote. Today we get to choose. Introduction: On Tuesday the absentee ballots, the mail-In ballots, the early-voting ballots, and the ballots cast that day will be counted and a new ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What’s It All About? 2 Of 2

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 25, 2022

Earlier, we saw that many folks are like King Solomon, who had so much the world has to offer but was miserable.

Illus: They remind me of the couple celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. When the festivities were over, the woman turned to her husband and said, • "We've been miserable for 50 years • We've fought every day • We've disagreed on nearly everything • And I am convinced ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:14

Denomination: Baptist

Jonah Runs Away From God

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 15, 2025

Jonah runs away from God - Jonah chapter 1 verses 1-17 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Jonah: Running From God! SERMON OUTLINE: God calls Jonah (vs 1-2) God watches Jonah run (vs 3) God sends a storm (vs 4-8) God is resisted (vs 9-13) God shows mercy (vs 14-16) God provided a fish (vs 17) SERMON BODY: Ill: • Elderly man who had a growing suspicion, • That his wife was becoming ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Brethren

Lessons From Haiti (Part 2)

Contributed by Ken Pell on Aug 26, 2012

This is a 4 part motivational report I gave to the congregation after a Sabbatical trip to Haiti; it includes 7 transferable insights.

Lessons from Haiti {Part 2} Acts 15:4 Big Idea: This is a 4 part motivational report I gave to the congregation after a Sabbatical trip to Haiti; it includes 7 transferable insights. When they came to Jerusalem, they were welcomed by the church and the apostles and elders, to whom they reported ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:4

Denomination: Nazarene

Stop Supporting Missionaries!

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Apr 7, 2016

This message, from Acts 13, argues that the proper relationship between the church and missionaries involves missionaries supporting the church, rather than the other way around, because the work of mission is the work of the church as led by the Spirit.

Three Statements: • I propose that effective immediately, Grace Community Church stop supporting missionaries. • I am completely serious. • By the end of this message, I believe you will agree with me. Got your attention? Follow along this morning as we read Acts 13:1-4: Now ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

How To Be A Timothy - Philippians 2:22-24 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jun 17, 2024

The preaching of the Word won’t have an effect on the hard, rocky, or weedy soil until someone gets down on the ground of that person’s heart and does some gardening.

Philippians 2:19 I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, that I also may be cheered when I receive news about you. 20 I have no one else like him, who takes a genuine interest in your welfare. 21 For everyone looks out for his own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. 22 But you know ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:22-24