Sermons on Offerings And Burnt Sacrifice:

God Loves A Cheerful Giver

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Apr 18, 2021

The “tithe” is not our money; it’s God’s. When we refuse to trust the church in handling the tithe, and feel that we know the best use for it, then this is contempt for God and His Spirit, and we are treading on dangerous ground!

I remember when my wife and I first got married that she would tell me stories about the Christian camp she attended as a child, because camp meant so much to her growing up. One of the songs they sang at camp was called, “God Loves a Cheerful Giver,” which was about Ananias and Sapphira; and I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

What Do We Do With This Gospel? (Luke, Part 14) Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 24, 2022

The believer, US, is to be equipped and ready to proclaim the good news. The good news that Jesus is alive, and He brings peace to all, and it is why we come to this place, to study and worship – to be equipped - then to be ready to go outside this place and share the truth!

What do we do with this Gospel? (Luke, Part 14) Luke 24:13-53 Introduction / Recap - Last week, we discussed the most pivotal event in the Christian faith -- The proof that our future is assured because our Savior, Jesus, is alive -- It is why we celebrate Easter – it’s why we rejoice (He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-53

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Nature Of Holiness Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jun 6, 2010

What does it mean to be a sacrifice? How will that affect the way we live?

The nature of Holiness If there is one concept in the bible that seems to be foreign to us in 2016, almost to the point of incomprehensible is the concept of sacrifice. Not the concept of making sacrifices for something or someone, we all do that on a fairly regular basis. As parents we make ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-5

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Greatness Of Christ As Our High Priest Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Dec 15, 2015

Christ fulfilled the meaning of the Old Testament priesthood when he offered himself as a once-for-all sacrifice for sin.

“So also Christ did not exalt himself to be made a high priest, but was appointed by him who said to him, “You are my Son, today I have begotten you”; as he says also in another place, “You are a priest forever, after the order of Melchizedek.”” (Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ: The Perfect Teacher, Example, Sacrifice And Advocate

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008

Christ: the Perfect Teacher, Example, Sacrifice and Advocate, also considering some of the heresies surrounding his person and nature

John 1:14-18 Verse 14 "And the Word was made flesh" (KJV) "The Word became a human being" (GNB) "The Word became flesh" (NIV, RSV, Ricker Berry) In becoming human, Christ becomes... 1. The Perfect Teacher, a model of how God thinks and how we should think (Phil. 2:5-11). 2. The Perfect Example, a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Defining Love - Sacrifice Isn't Optional Series

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Jul 16, 2013

The people of Jesus know how to sacrifice. Genuine followers of Jesus know what it means to be faithful and experience joy in suffering. How about you? Are you weird like that?

We're in the second week of our series "defining love" last time we talked about how genuine love, God's love, isn't normal. We defined love as faithful and that the result of faithfulness is joy. We talked about how our culture defines love in a million different ways, but, God defines love much ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sacrifices: Multiple Choice Or True Or False Lifestyle Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 3, 2009

This sermon focuses on how we live our lives for Christ.

Sacrifices Part 3: Multiple Choice or True/False Christian Living Scripture: Exodus 20:7-17; Matthew 5:13-7:27 Introduction Last week I shared with you from Psalm 109 where David cried out to God for revenge. At the close of that message, I asked you a question. The question I asked was ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sacrifices: Multiple Choice Or True Or False Lifestyle Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 10, 2009

This message continues with the series on making sacrifices and what it truly means for our lives.

Sermon Pre-Test 1. Serving other gods can be defined as: A. Anything that I cherish so much that I place it before God. B. Those little figurines that people buy and place on their shelves and pray to. C. My car, my house, my spouse, boyfriend, girlfriend, etc. D. There are no other gods today – ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Symbols Of Sacrifice - Remembrance Day (Memorial Day)

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 12, 2022

This is a message about remembering, and the symbols of the poppy and the cross that speak to the value of remembering. This also includes some of my family war time history.

Sermon for CATM - November 13, 2022. Remembrance Day - Psalm 105:1-8 "Symbols of Sacrifice" My grandfather, Gilbert Hyde Parker, was a naval engineer in WW2. He was on at least one navy ship during the war that was bombed by the Nazis and sank in frigid waters. There are unconfirmed ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 105:1-8, Romans 3:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Redeemed By His Sacrifice: Reflecting On Good Friday Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 5, 2024

The most profound act of love in human history — Good Friday, the day when our Lord Jesus Christ willingly gave His life on the cross to redeem us from sin and reconcile us to God.

Redeemed by His Sacrifice: Reflecting on Good Friday Introduction: Today we gather to commemorate the most profound act of love in human history — Good Friday, the day when our Lord Jesus Christ willingly gave His life on the cross to redeem us from sin and reconcile us to God. As we journey ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Romans 5:8, 1 John 3:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

The God That Provides Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Sep 23, 2013

Trust, Sacrifice, Blessings, Priorities

The God That Provides Genesis 22:1-14 (pg 14) September 8, 2013 Introduction: For almost 2 years my son was in Bagdad, Iraq. He was part of the 1st Cav ... His job, a Gunner in a Bradley Fighting vehicle, or Humvee. He made 3886 trips into the streets and homes of Bagdad…He had his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Tabernacle Of Moses

Contributed by Lee Houston on Jan 31, 2026

Moses pitched the tabernacle outside the camp signifying a separation of God from the people due to their unworthiness and emphasizing the need for holiness and a designated place for communion with Him. This tabernacle became a sacred space where individuals could seek the Lord.

• The Tabernacle o In Exodus 33:7, Moses took the tabernacle and pitched it outside the camp, signifying a separation from the people due to their unworthiness. This tabernacle, also known as the “Tent of Meeting,” became a sacred space where individuals could seek the Lord. Placing it outside the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:7

Worship Principles In Leviticus, Part 1 Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 30, 2018

Can Christians, who worship in a very different manner from ancient Israel, learn anything about worship from the book of Leviticus? What are important principles of worship from Leviticus?

Prelude The book of Leviticus is about worship. Can Christians, who worship in a very different manner from ancient Israel, learn anything about worship from the book of Leviticus? What are important principles of worship from Leviticus? Purpose: Let’s learn to worship God from the first inspired ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Thanks-Living Pt 2

Contributed by Chris Mccall on Nov 21, 2012

Take a quick inventory about what is different in your life since accepting Jesus? What things do you no longer feel good or comfortable with? Can you identify the true changes that have taken place?

Thanks-Living Pt.2 Romans 12:1-2 GNT So then, my friends, because of God's great mercy to us I appeal to you: Offer yourselves as a living sacrifice to God, dedicated to his service and pleasing to him. This is the true worship that you should offer. Do not conform yourselves to the standards of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Blessed Life - Pt. 3 - The Sacrificed Life Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Feb 25, 2011

Fortune cookies, horseshoes, 4 leaf clovers, rabbit's foot . . . Luck. Athletes would often rather be lucky than good.However, living a blessed life is even better than trying to live lucky.

The Blessed Life Part 3 – The Sacrificed Life I. Introduction I have seen some things happen that could only be attributed to luck. Things like a hole in one, a half court shot at the buzzer, Julie getting me as a husband. Just joking that wasn’t luck that was divine providence! LOL. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:19-46

Denomination: Pentecostal