Sermons on Providing:

Cain & Abel: The Mystery Of The Two Offerings

Contributed by Thilini Perera on Jan 4, 2021

WHY DIDN’T THE LORD LOOK AT CAIN’S OFFERING WITH FAVOUR? WHAT WAS SO SPECIAL ABOUT ABEL’S OFFERING? WHAT IS “THE WAY OF CAIN” MENTIONED IN JUDE 1:11? HOW IS ALL THESE TIED TO ENDTIMES?

This wouldn’t be a puzzle at all if Cain appeared before the Lord empty handed or if he didn’t show up at all. But the twist is that, in the course of time Cain also brought an offering to the Lord just like Abel. He believes in God, he even recognize the need for man to approach God. Cain was not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23, Jude 1:11, Hebrews 11:4, 1 John 3:12, 1 Samuel 15:22  (view more)  (view less)

The Influence Of A Godly Leader Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 2, 2024

We need godly leaders who will follow the Lord’s direction and engage in the Kingdom work. Successful leaders must be able to influence others to join them in the task God has given – effectively casting a vision that others will embrace and follow.

The Influence of a Godly Leader Nehemiah 2: 9-20 Can you imagine the excitement and anticipation that Nehemiah must’ve felt at this point in life? God had placed a great burden on his heart for the needs in Jerusalem. There was great devastation, a tremendous task to undertake. He was in a ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Looking For? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 8, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking Jesus for spiritual nourishment and guidance, rather than for materialistic desires, and maintaining a God-centered mindset.

Good morning, beloved. I am thrilled to share the Word of God with you today. As we gather in the house of our Lord, let's open our hearts and minds to the divine wisdom and guidance that the Holy Scripture has to offer. Today, we are going to immerse ourselves in the teachings of John 6:28-34 ...read more

Scripture: John 6:28-34

Topics: Seeking, Jesus

Everybody Ought To Go To Sunday School (Sunday School: Past Present Future)

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jul 16, 2004

I developed this sermon to emphasize the importance of Sunday School. We also recognized the teachers and SS Superintendent during the service.

Sermon Preached by Pastor Larry C. Brincefield 7/18/04 Title: Sunday School: Past, Present, & Future or “Everybody Ought to Go to Sunday School” Text: Judges 2:10-11 Introduction 1. Sing this song with me: “Everybody ought to go to Sunday School, Sunday School, Sunday School The teenies and the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:10-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Live In The Love Of Jesus

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 25, 2005

EASTER 5(B) - Live in the love of Jesus with confidence and with joyfulness.

LIVE IN THE LOVE OF JESUS (Outline) 1 JOHN 3:18-24 - April 24, 2005 - EASTER 5 INTRO: What are you looking for out of life? Many have big dreams of success for this life. Others merely just want to get by. In either case, to pin one’s hopes on this life leads to disappointment. For no ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:18-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Keep Looking Up

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Mar 7, 2005

LENT 4(B) - Keep looking up and you will see our Lord’s loving discipline and you will see our loving Lord’s forgiveness.

KEEP LOOKING UP (Outline) NUMBERS 21:4-9 - March 6, 2005 - LENT 4 INTRO: Different people have different attitudes in this life. Some are positive attitudes and some are negative. Today we will learn that a Christian life displays a very positive attitude. For people of the world really ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:4-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Real Homeland Security

Contributed by Jeremy James on Nov 21, 2004

Security does not come from the things of the world but instead it comes from faith in God.

In the passage Jesus is being arrested and Peter in anger and defense of Jesus draws his sword and hacks off one of the soldier’s ears. Peter was doing everything in his power to protect the person he loved. He was protecting Jesus, he was protecting his way of life, and he was securing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:47-53

Denomination: Methodist

The Way To Calm The Storms Of Life

Contributed by Ronnie Thrower on Mar 20, 2002

Everyone at one time or another has gone through some type of storm. Over the years I have found that no one is immune from the storms of life. Jesus said ye shall have tribulation.

THE WAY TO CALM THE STORMS OF LIFE TEXT: Matthew 14:22-33. No matter where you turn in the Word of God, you will find that He is instructing and teaching you about life. Jesus His son used parables and miracles to help as we walk down life’s road. Miracles can be Divided into two categories. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

God's Plan For The Man

Contributed by Ed Wood on Feb 21, 2003

A Father’s Day Message

GOD’S PLAN FOR THE MAN Psalms 128:1-6 INTRO: If there’s anything in shortage today it is men. Real men who will say as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord. Not everyone who is a male is a man. I mean a real man, a godly man. You can be born a male, but it takes maturity to be a man. You’re ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 128:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Your Physical Provision—part 1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 18, 2001

Part 1 of 3 in the 2nd of a 5-sermon series describing God’s provision for the people of Israel as it applies to His Church today. This sermon deals with God’s provision for His people’s autonomy or self-governance.

YOUR PHYSICAL PROVISION—Part I —Joshua 15:1--19:51 The Smith’s were proud of their family tradition. Their ancestors had come to America on the Mayflower. Their line had included Senators, Pastors, & Wall Street wizards. Now they decided to compile a family history, a legacy for the children. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Ten Persuasion Tips - 2 Cor. 5:11

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 27, 2002

Ten Persuasion Tips - 2 Cor. 5:11 Paul wrote, "Since then we know what it is to fear the Lord, we try to persuade men." We need to be more effective persuaders in a day when many are skeptical about the truth of Jesus Christ

Ten Persuasion Tips - 2 Cor. 5:11 Introduction: People are more likely to change their opinions if you state your beliefs than if you let the audience draw their own conclusions. * Pleasant forms of distraction can increase the effectiveness of a persuasive appeal. * Information, by itself, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:11-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Seven Bowls

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. This evening w e come to that point in the book of Revelation we have been reading about and preparing for.

1. This evening w e come to that point in the book of Revelation we have been reading about and preparing for. God’s final judgement takes place. The bowls of God’s wrath is poured out upon the earth. 2. As we consider the plague and events that accompany this action, we must be careful how we ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 16:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Taking Care Of The Little Ones Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Apr 29, 2002

This message was delivered as part of Baby Dedication Sunday.

Today is a special day as we have 11 babies that are here to be dedicated by their parents. Before we do that let me share with you some important things about children… In this life there are certain "Rites of Passage". Some are connected to the passage of years. For example when you reached ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Word 8: Stewardship Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Aug 7, 2008

God Clearly says hands off other peoples stuff. Is it merely taking things that God says not to? It is so much more. God’s word clearly shows us that stealing is rejecting God!

Intro: This is another no brainer. Don’t take things that do not belong to you. You would think that all people would respect other’s belongings. How can we in a society that believes that we evolved from some fish like thing that crawled out of the primordial ooze? How can we in a society that ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:15

Denomination: Baptist

Dad, Your Greatest Responsibility

Contributed by Randy Trotter on Jun 20, 2009

Dads,you’ll not be the Spiritual Leader of your home once in a while. You’ll be the “Spiritual Leader” all the time or not at all!

DAD, YOUR GREATEST RESPONSIBILITY!” Lighthouse Worship Center - Father’s Day 09 “...But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord!” Joshua 24:15 INTRODUCTION: No matter where you are in life, you have been affected in some way by a Father or a Father Figure. Yesterday, I spent some time ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God