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“offering Kingdom Prayers” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 26, 2015

How does a kingdom disciple pray?

Today, as we think about kingdom living, I want us to give thought to the prayers of a kingdom disciple. In our passage for today, we have the model prayer that Jesus gave to His disciples. Luke tells us that Jesus shared this with them in response to their request, “Lord, teach us to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Sacrifice Of Peace Offering From Priests

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 21, 2015

To show that we are the living sacrifice offering offered to the LORD by ourselves, our free will, and the changes start from within.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you an offering? Yes. A living sacrifice offering. Romans 12:1 (Amplified Bible) I APPEAL to you therefore, brethren, and beg of you in view of [all] the mercies of God, to make a decisive dedication of your bodies [presenting all your members and faculties] as a living ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 3:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Which Offers Hope: Shame Or Guilt?

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Mar 2, 2016

Shame: I am a bad person. If other people knew what I was like they would despise me. I must save face. versus Guilt: I am a person who has done bad things. Can I make amends? Can I be forgiven? Which do you feel? How does it make you feel towards others?

[I pick up TABLOID newspaper and pretend to read a story on the inside} “No?....Really?” “God, after what he has done, he has got what is coming for him” [look up at congregation] we all think that - we all pick up the newspaper and read stories and think that “he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Anglican

" The Peace Christ Offers Through The Resurrection"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Apr 9, 2015

The resurrection give peace to the believer, between God and disciples, brings peace between all, brings peace to our souls, and brings peace to the world.

John 20:19-23 Peace Christ offers us through the Resurrection • Take note Jesus uses the words peace be with you twice . On the evening of that day, the first day of the week, the doors being locked where the disciples were for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23

Denomination: Methodist

He Remembers All Your Offerings Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 21, 2021

The sacrificial system of the Old Testament served as a means of grace to restore the relationship between God and humanity. Ultimately, the sacrificial system was inadequate, which is why Jesus came to earth.

Text: Psalm 20:1-9 Theme: He remembers all your Offerings (Psalm 20:3) We had had meditations on Thanksgiving through Worship, through giving to the poor, inspired giving and Levitical offerings. Today I would like to share on Thanksgiving offering. (Psalm 20:3). Introducing the theme: We had had ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 20:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

#52 Scribes And The Widow’s Offering

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Oct 4, 2021

Which are you more like: the scribes or the widow who gave God her last two coins?

#52 Scribes and the Widow’s Offering Series: Mark Chuck Sligh August 29, 2021 TEXT: Mark 12:38-44 – "And he said unto them in his doctrine, Beware of the scribes, which love to go in long clothing, and love salutations in the marketplaces, 39 And the chief seats in the synagogues, and the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-44

Denomination: Baptist

Priestly Offering Instructions (Leviticus 6)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 1, 2024

How were the priests to offer various sacrifices? Let's look at Leviticus 6.

Were there further details for the priests in regard to the offerings? What great lessons did the offerings provide? How did they prepare for the greatest sacrifice of all? Let’s look at Leviticus 6. What other kinds of sin would require a guilt or reparation offering? And the Lord spake unto ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Unlocking Blessings: The Impact Of Tithes And Offerings SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

The key to receiving blessings is obedience to God's laws. Often, we follow certain biblical instructions but neglect others, particularly those concerning finances. God's desire to bless us is contingent on our obedience.

Today, we will explore the secret to receiving blessings from God. It lies in our obedience to His laws, particularly in the area of finances. Oftentimes, we may follow some instructions in the Bible but neglect important commandments, especially when it comes to our finances. However, God desires ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-14

Topics: Tithes, Offerings, Obedience, Blessings

Offering Praises To Our Heavenly Father PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 26, 2023

Explores God's mighty power, grace, and nearness, encouraging us to manifest His love and faithfulness in our daily lives.

Welcome, dear family of faith, to this gathering of hearts and minds under the all-encompassing umbrella of God's love. We are here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are brought together by a common bond – the unchanging and unfathomable love of our Heavenly Father. In the words ...read more

Topics: God's Watchfulness, Fulfilling Desires

Exodus- " The Story Of God's Presence"Part 3" What's Your Excuse? Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Mar 7, 2016

Part 3 , chapters 3-4

Exodus “The story of God’s presence” Part 3 “What’s your excuse?” Exodus 3:1-22---- Exodus 4:1-17 Excuses We all have them And We have all heard them And most of them are pretty lame Kids Got a bad grade on your report card It was the teachers ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Courage To Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 5, 2023

A 5 seek series using Philippians as a guide.

Never Give In Philippians 3:12-4:1 November 26, 2023 You may not know this about Winston Churchill, but he struggled in school. Churchill failed the 6th grade and had to take a math class over 3 times. He couldn’t get into certain colleges because of poor grades and he failed the military ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Pay Tithes, Get Floodgates Open

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 1, 2023

The terminology for how God will reward tithers is extreme.God says He will “open the floodgates of Heaven.” This phrase was first used to describe the amount of water that fell during Noah’s flood (Gen. 7:11).

PAY TITHES, GET FLOODGATES OPEN Malachi 3:10 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Texas Cowboy Humor 1. Where do cowboys cook their meals? On the range. 2. What advice do cows give? Turn the udder cheek and mooooove on! 3. Why did the bowlegged cowboy get fired? Because he couldn't keep his calves ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Does The Bible Offer That I Need? Series

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on May 29, 2001

I briefly look at some of the main reasons why people don’t read the bible then show why those reasons aren’t valid. I conclude with three things the bible will help a person do.

What Does The Bible Offer That I Need? Two of our greatest presidents said some pretty important statements about the Bible. George Washington said, “It is impossible to righteously govern the world without God and the Bible.” President Ronald Reagan said, “Within the covers of one single book, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Blame Game - Taking Responsibility In A World Of Excuses Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jun 11, 2011

We live in a society of victims. Everyone has an excuse for the things that they do against God. It’s called THE BLAME GAME, and it is not new. It comes from our FALLEN NATURE. We discover the blame game in Genesis 3. It is the record of the sin, e

The Blame Game - Taking Responsibility in a World of Excuses Genesis 3:8-13 We live in a word of excuses. Here are some complied by the Readers Digest that have been offered for not showing up for work: "I dreamed I was fired, so I didn’t want to get out of bed." "I was up all night arguing with ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Excuses - Ex. 3:7-4:17

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 10, 2002

Excuses - Ex. 3:7-4:17 (Excuse - An attempt to release from an obligation or duty by mitigating circumstances. An apology used to gain exemption for service. A reason put forward to justify an offence)

Excuses - Ex. 3:7-4:18 Illustration:Whoever wants to be judge of human nature should study people’s excuses. Hebbel. Excuse - An attempt to release from an obligation or duty by mitigating circumstances. An apology used to gain exemption for service. A reason put forward to justify an ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational