Sermons on Sacrificial Service:

Grace On The Bottom Line Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 22, 2004

Part 10 of study of Philippians

THE PASTOR’S POINTS Bible-Teaching Ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC Dr. Russell Brownworth, Pastor The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. Amen. Phil 4:23 (NIV) All throughout this letter to the Philippian church Paul’s theme has been joy. Indeed, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:14-23

Denomination: United Methodist

When Worship Leaves A Bad Taste In God's Mouth Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jul 18, 2005

A study of the book of Malachi

One man has said that one of the biggest disappointments in his life came when he was a boy. He saw a large tent setup in a field and thought there was a circus inside. He sneaked in under the flap to watch and discovered that he was in the middle of a revival meeting. However he experienced an ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:11-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Giving That Catches Jesus Eye

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Sep 4, 2007

In this sermon you will learn the kind of giving that catches Jesus eye.

We are in the midst of a capital funds campaign. You heard a testimony a few moments ago. You saw posters and banners in the foyer. We have a major banquet coming up in several weeks. Financial giving is on our minds. I want to put this into perspective by introducing you to a woman who gave in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Love And Sacrifice, Part 1

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Feb 9, 2003

The twelfth chapter of Romans opens with one of the most powerful exhortations in the New Testament, as we are urged to offer our bodies as living sacrifices to God, refusing to be conformed to the world, but instead being transformed by the renewing of o

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: In my reading this week, I came across a funny story that sets up our theme today. His name was Bud. He was a factory worker with more than a slight resemblance to Archie Bunker. Every single day he’d come home sweaty and dirty. He’d go in the back door, grab an ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

"I Am The Door Of The Sheep - I Am The Door” - Presentation In The "I Am Series Of John’s Gospel” Part 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 27, 2022

Christ is the Door. In Egypt, the blood of the lamb was taken, and the hyssop applied the blood to the door, which made the form of a cross as it went from the doorposts to the lintel and the blood ran down. At Calvary, hyssop was taken, offered to the Door on the cross, He who is the Lamb of God.

“I AM THE DOOR OF THE SHEEP - I AM THE DOOR” - PRESENTATION IN THE “I AM SERIES OF JOHN’S GOSPEL” PART 2 This is PART two of this address. In PART 1 we looked at Christ “The DOOR of the Sheep.” We looked at the Shepherd of the sheep. Now we continue looking at the significance of the Door in ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:13, John 10:1-9, John 10:10, Matthew 24:32-33, Matthew 25:10, Mark 1:32-34, Mark 11:3-4, Luke 11:6-9, Luke 13:23-27, John 18:15-17, Acts 14:25-27, 1 Corinthians 16:6-8, Revelation 3:8, Colossians 4:2-4, Revelation 3:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sacrifice

Contributed by John Oscar on Jun 8, 2025

Recognizing people who have given their lives for others on Memorial Day weekend

The Sacrifice May 25, 2025- Memorial Day (E-Service, plumbing issue) Scripture- John 15:12-14 Introduction: A Day to Remember and Reflect This weekend we are celebrating Memorial Day. This is a time of remembrance and gratitude. It’s a time when we look to the sacrifice of the brave men and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

An Example To Follow

Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Nov 11, 2001

When reflecting on serving Christ with our effort and time, we are called to do so in the way Jesus washed the feet of the disciples. This is our example to follow.

Yes, our focus on making a commitment to serve God with our hands begins with a story about feet. Our Bible story takes place at a time shortly before Jesus would give up his life for us. Jesus and the disciples were making arrangements to celebrate a special holiday meal together called the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

Christmas PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 21, 2023

This sermon celebrates the birth of Jesus, emphasizing the hope it brings to humanity and the manifestation of God's extraordinary love through this event.

Greetings, beloved family of Christ. As we gather together in His name, let us cast our minds back to that humble stable in Bethlehem, where the world first met its Savior. A night of profound significance, a night when the divine intersected with the ordinary, a night when the heavens echoed with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Topics: Living, Serve, God

Gifts Fit For A King Series

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Apr 30, 2014

God does not need us or anything we possess. So, what could we possibly give to Him?

Pastor Allan Kircher Shell Point Baptist Church 23 Feb 2014 Genesis 43:11-14 GIFTS FIT FOR A KING Intro: • Joseph’s brothers/one trip/Egypt to buy food • Came face to face/brother Joseph. • He recognized them, but they did not recognize him • to awaken their dead ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 43:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Faithfully Managing Money Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 9, 2018

Message 24 from a journey through John's gospel expanding on the principles of giving. This message offers an overview of a Biblical principles regarding giving and receiving.

Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Faithfully Managing Money” 1. Sacrificial giving develops and demonstrates devotion to God. Leftovers Leftovers are such humble things; we would not serve them to a guest, And yet we serve them to our Lord who deserves the very best. We give to Him leftover ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16-17, 1 Timothy 6:9-10

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

What Should I Give The King?

Contributed by Paul Norwood on Dec 26, 2011

Christmas Day sermon that examines some gifts we should give to our risen King of Kings.

“What Should I Give the King?” Text: Matthew 2:1-11 I. Welcome II. Introduction I am – and I hope you are too – doubly blessed this morning. Not only is this my favorite day of the entire year – Christmas Day – a day of Santa Claus’ presents, stockings, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Dangers Of Mediocrity In Serving God Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 2, 2025

Mediocrity in serving God dishonours Him, limits spiritual impact, and brings divine displeasure instead of blessing.

THE DANGERS OF MEDIOCRITY IN SERVING GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Malachi 1:6-8 Key Verse: “But cursed be the deceiver, which hath in his flock a male, and voweth, and sacrificeth unto the Lord a corrupt thing: for I am a great King, saith the Lord of hosts, and my name is dreadful ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:6-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Practices Of Public Worship Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jun 7, 2022

In this message, we explain our Order of Worship and why we worship the way we do.

Scripture Today I want to conclude our study of “Worship Matters” with a look at “The Practices of Public Worship.” Because of the nature of today’s message, I will not be expounding a text of Scripture. However, let me read a text of Scripture as a backdrop for this message. Let’s read Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:6-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus’ Locums

Contributed by Egerton Gbonda on May 30, 2011

In the absence of Jesus' physical presence on earth, Christians are Jesus' locums here on earth- carrying out the tasks Jesus had been doing whiles he was physically here.

JESUS’ LOCUMS Introduction I am sure most of us are familiar with situations where the permanent staff will be away for a day or so and an agency staff is booked to cover the shift. For example, in the teaching profession in UK we have supply teachers and the National Health Service has ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-21

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

A New Zeal For God

Contributed by Ivan Casteel on May 22, 2005

CHALLENGING CHRISTIANS TO EVALUATE THEIR CHRISTIAN WALK

PP0553 DATE A NEW ZEAL FOR GOD!! 2 Kings 10:15-16. 2Ki 10:15 And when he was departed thence, he lighted on Jehonadab the son of Rechab coming to meet him: and he saluted him, and said to him, Is thine heart right, as my heart is with thy heart? And Jehonadab answered, It is. If it be, give me ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 10:15-16

Denomination: Baptist