Sermons on perverse generation: showing 151-165 of 73,532

When A Generation Forgets Series

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Apr 4, 2008

How important it is to pass along the faith we possess so that the succeeding generation will embrace God and His ways.

When a Generation Forgets Griffith Baptist Church – 4/6/08 P.M. Service Text: Daniel 5 Main Verse: Daniel 5:22 - And thou his son, O Belshazzar, hast not humbled thine heart, though thou knewest all this; The Introduction The boxer Muhammad Ali was known as ’the champ," arguably the most ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Living A Generous Life

Contributed by Ray Ellis on May 21, 2008

There are two ways to approach life, with a clenched fish or an open hand. A clenched fist person says: “All I have, I have gained on my own.” An opened hand person says, “All I have, God has provided and blessed. I am just a manager of all God has gi

Living a Generous Life Exodus 4:1-5 It took God speaking to Moses from a burning bush to get the attention of Moses and make a life-changing impact on Moses. Moses was about 40 years old when he left Egypt and fled to Midian and there he worked as a Shepherd 40 years for the Priest of Midian, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-5

Denomination: Free Methodist

Growing A Generous Heart Series

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Feb 24, 2009

When we have begun the journey towards a better mind, learning the secret of contentment, we can begin to see the beauty of giving. Out of our contentment we find it is actually part of our worship to give.

GROWING A GENEROUS HEART There is a natural progression to these sermons we have been hearing. Growing a beautiful mind led easily into growing a contented spirit. As we have learned to rejoice in the Lord and control our anxiety through prayer we laid a foundation for being content in whatever ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:14-20

Denomination: Mennonite

The Importance Of Being Generous

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Jul 11, 2009

Generosity is an important aspect of Christianity. This sermon explores not only why we should be generous but also how we can be generous Christians.

When it comes to generosity, who are the first people that come to mind? Does the church come to mind? Is the church the first thing you think of when you think of generosity? In other words, are we generous people? Well it’s a matter of perspective. Some of us have been richly blessed by ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:7-15

Denomination: Lutheran

A Voice To Another Generation

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 12, 2009

Your voice can help another generation so our children and grandchildren will have the hope

Your Voice for the Next Generation Text: Exodus 12:26-27 When your children shall say to you. What do you mean by this service? 27.You shall say, it is the sacrifice of the Lord’s Passover, for He passed over the houses of the Israelites in Egypt when He slew the Egyptians but spared our ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:26-27

Denomination: Church Of God

This Generation Seeks Signs

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 15, 2009

God’s miraculous signs never force our faith.

February 17, 2009 Mark 8: 11-21 Whenever St. Mark uses the phrase “this generation,” the words have a specific meaning. In the first part of this passage, Jesus says that “this generation” is always looking for a sign, but He would not give them one. The use of that phrase goes all the way back ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:11-21

Denomination: Catholic

An Anointing For The Elisha Generation

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Apr 23, 2006

has the mantle been passed to you?

Intro: one of the highlights of the Fine Arts besides our young people advancing to Nationals, was the spotlight performances. The vocal group from Cathedral was amazing, the percussion group was wonderful, and the young lady who won the short sermon was powerful. I came home and checked my ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Investing In The Next Generation

Contributed by Brad Rigney on Jun 23, 2006

This sermon focuses on getting God’s People, the Church, to focus on living and sharing our faith with the next generation.

Investing Ourselves in the Next Generation Psalm 78:1-8 Intro.: A. Have you ever thought about the fact that the only time in your life that you are pleased about getting older is when you were a kid? - Less than 12; you are so excited about aging that you think in fractions. I am 8 and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:1-8

Denomination: Adventist

1. The Generous Employer Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Feb 13, 2007

The way into the Kingdom is by response to an invitation to come – not by justice (working for your wages). All people, regardless of background, can respond to God’s invitation and be rewarded with eternal life.

In a rather shocking story that Jesus told to a crowd of people, he shared with them that the ways of God’s relating to people are actually quite a bit different from our rules of fairness, justice, and good economic principles. Listen now as I’ll tell you a story like Jesus told it – it comes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Petitions For The Next Generation Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Feb 28, 2007

I would propose to you that prayer for our next generation is needed more today than ever before as we live in the last days of the return of Jesus Christ.

I am going to read from 2 John 1:1-4 Title: Petitions for the Next Generation Theme: Praying With Authority for Our Children Series: Girding up the Church Introduction: There is a battle for the minds, hearts and souls of our kids. Anyone who enters this battle seriously spends many hours ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

One Generation To Ruin Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Feb 5, 2006

1 of 5 messages on the book of Judges. This message is introductory and covers the first 3 chapters of Judges. The cycle of sin and repentance.

The Verdict on Judges One Generation Away From Ruin February 5, 2006 This is the reality of every age and every nation. It has always been so. From the time of Noah and his sons to the days of Sodom and Gomorrah we are just one generation separated from ruin. Consider the great civilizations, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Tips For Generous Heart Series

Contributed by John Baker on Jan 12, 2006

Series on Christian Stewardship

Title: Tips for a Generous Heart Place: Oakdale Wesleyan Church Date: February 13, 2005 Subject: Living the Uncomplicated Life Introduction Americans per capita are the wealthiest people on earth and it is said of us that we are also the most generous people on earth. From the experiences I have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Holiness

Be Generous With Your Greetings!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on May 15, 2001

There are people who seem to say, “Well, here I am. Everybody notice me!” And there are others who say, “There you are. I’ve noticed you.”

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX ILL. I came across a little ditty that went something like this: Some go to church to laugh & talk, & some go there to walk the walk. Some go to church to meet a friend, & some go there an hour to spend. Some ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-16, Acts 2:42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A General's Last Message

Contributed by Timothy Craver on Sep 27, 2001

Examines part of Joshua’s final words to the Israelites

I have a question for all of you this morning: What would you say to a close friend if you knew it would be the last time you would speak to them? I read a story this past week about a man named Herman Lange. Mr. Lange was a Christian in Germany during the time of World War II. Adolf Hitler and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 23:1-16

Denomination: Brethren

A Call To Generous Giving

Contributed by Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks on Jun 6, 2003

Have you ever witnessed a Christian becoming jealous because another Christian received a financial blessing and they didn’t? Everyone has a responsibility to be generous in their giving without expecting anything back and this sermon speaks about what th

Evangelist Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks THE MINISTRY OF S.A.R.A.H. (serenity*atonement*restoration & healing) Lyons, Georgia May 2003 PRAYER: Heavenly Father, My God above, thank You once again for a day in Your kingdom and the memories of days gone by . Lord I know my life is in Your hands ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:15

Denomination: Baptist