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Serving God

Contributed by Grant Adams on Feb 19, 2024

Howard Ingram had an old saying, “Many Christians have just enough religion to make them miserable.” Serving God should be one of the greatest things in the world.

Many Christians have a wrong idea, view, and attitude toward serving God. There are those today that do not love God’s service. It should be the greatest thrill and joy of our lives. John 15:16; tells us that we are chosen by God. Many, when talking or preaching about service, want to tune you ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17, John 6:66, Matthew 25:26

Denomination: Baptist

Revelation Study Series 26a - God's Mysterious Plan Fulfilled (Chapter 20a) Series

Contributed by Clayton Beck on Oct 13, 2023

Jesus came! He died! He resurrected! He is coming back!

Revelation Study Series 26a - God’s Mysterious Plan Fulfilled (Chapter 20a) 06.05.22 Our eyes were on the Groom last week! Jesus, the Rider on the white horse, the Word of God, King of kings, Lord of lords! We spoke of Jesus’ Second coming and the battle of Armageddon! Jesus with a “sharp ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:1-10, Isaiah 11:6-10, Isaiah 65:17-25, Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thirty-Third Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year A.-- Talents And Fear Based Decisions

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Oct 21, 2023

You can teach an old dog new tricks

Sir Michael Costa, the celebrated conductor of the 19th century, was holding a rehearsal. As the mighty chorus rang out, accompanied by scores of instruments, the piccolo player--a little pint-sized flute--thinking perhaps that his contribution would not be missed amid so much music, stopped ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Catholic

Put Your Talents To Work, And Enjoy The Master’s Response

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Nov 15, 2023

How do you view your Master? It will affect the way you use your talents. In faith or fear?

11.19.23 Matthew 25:14–30 (EHV) 14 “You see, the kingdom of heaven is like a man going on a journey. He called his servants and entrusted his possessions to them. 15 To one he gave five talents, to another two talents, and to still another one talent, each according to his own ability. Then he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Lutheran

"Gun Fight At The Ok Corral: In Jerusalem?”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Nov 15, 2023

The parable of "talents"; its connection to the words of Jesus in "holy week", Is the "talent" our "gifts", our "works", or the "mystery" we possess: the free gift of mercy and eternal life, must be shared not buried.

In Jesus Holy Name November 17, 2023 Text: Matthew 25:14-15a Pentecost XVIII - Redeemer “Gun Fight at the OK Corral: In Jerusalem?” If you are a western movie buff you probably remember the movie directed by John Ford entitled: Gunfight at the O.K. Corral which was released in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30, Matthew 22:1-14, Matthew 21:33-34

Denomination: Lutheran

Take A Chance

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Nov 16, 2023

Our parable today encourages each of us to take a chance two of the talents given each f those went and gained because they used their talents. As a result, they did something where the one who hid his talent had no gains excepts lost.

Matthew 25:14-30 “Take A Chance” 1. The Bible tells us Once again the parable is representing the end time, end of life, the end ends with judgment for all people. • The Kingdom of Heaven is likened to a man or master who set out on a journey • He called His slave sin one he gave 5 talent, one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Methodist

Settling Our Accounts

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Nov 17, 2023

We must be faithful to invest our lives into the responsibilities God gives to us. The parable also warns us of the dangers of being lazy and passive by burying our talents.

ONE OF THE GREATEST DAYS OF RECONING FOR ANY AMERICAN IS APRIL 15TH WHEN OUR ANNUAL TAX RETURNS MUST BE FILED. WE MUST GIVE AN ACCOUNT TO THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE AS TO OUR EARNINGS, GIFTS, INTEREST, AND CHARITABLE GIVING. I’VE HEARD IT SAID THAT IF WE HAVE NOTHING TO HIDE, THEN WE HAVE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30, Psalm 139:23-24, Matthew 24:36

Denomination: Free Methodist

Stewardship Of Talents: Investing In The Kingdom

Contributed by Ronald Moore on Nov 19, 2023

A passage that challenges us to reflect deeply on the stewardship of the talents entrusted to us by our gracious and generous God.

Grace, mercy, and peace be with you, my beloved in Christ. Today, our hearts are invited to dwell upon a parable found in the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 25, verses 14 to 30. It is a passage that challenges us to reflect deeply on the stewardship of the talents entrusted to us by our gracious and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Anglican

What Needs To Be Buried

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Nov 20, 2023

A sermon for the season after Pentecost, Year A, lectionary 33

November 19, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Matthew 25:14-30 What Needs to Be Buried Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. The parable of the servants and the talents leaves us with a very unsettled feeling. It falls ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Lutheran

Eight Bags Of Gold

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 3, 2024

At the Second Coming of Jesus we will all give an account of our stewardship of the abilities & resources God has given us. What are YOU doing with your bags of gold?

EIGHT BAGS OF GOLD Matt. 25:14-30 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: AWKWARD WEDDING COLORS 1. A little girl got to attend a wedding for the first time. While in the church, the girl asked her mother: “Why is the bride dressed in white?” The mother replied to the girl: “Because white is the color of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sermon # 5 - Know God And Invest Right Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 10, 2024

God has entrusted each one of us with much, and it is up to us to use these resources wisely. The ones who are faithful with little God will entrust much, and the unfaithful are in danger of losing all that has been given to them.

We continue this series based on 2 Corinthians 9:8, “Besides, God is able to make every blessing of yours overflow for you, so that in every situation you will always have all you need for any good work.” (ISV) In order for us to reach this state of overflowing blessings in our lives, each of us ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:8, 2 Samuel 22:27, Exodus 34:6, Matthew 25:14-15, Matthew 25:16-17, Matthew 25:18-21, Matthew 25:24-29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Sermon # 6 - Sow Bountifully, Reap Bountifully Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 11, 2024

God gives seed for the sower and bread for food. This seed has to be sown bountifully if we want to reap bountifully. Learn some important principles on how God expects us to use our finances so we can be blessed, and we can bless others too.

We read in 2 Corinthians 9:8, “Besides, God is able to make every blessing of yours overflow for you, so that in every situation you will always have all you need for any good work.” (ISV) The Lord is leading all of us to reach this stage of overflowing abundance in our lives. Also the Lord is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:8, Matthew 25:14-30, Matthew 6:24, 2 Corinthians 9:10, Proverbs 19:17, Proverbs 3:9-10, 2 Corinthians 9:6, Genesis 26:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Don’t Be A Lost Sheep (Bible Study) – Judgement Day Series

Contributed by Christi Campione on Sep 11, 2025

Judgement Day, what’s expected of us, take communion, and talk about how the study changed you.

Download Sermon PDF for easy reading and printing: https://myprayernotebook4life.wordpress.com/sermon-pdfs/ Password: SermonCentral (This study is a little shorter to leave time for discussion and communion. The week before, ask someone to bake or buy a celebration loaf of bread {sweet and tasty ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:5-7, Acts 9:4, James 2:14-18, Matthew 25:1-46, Revelation 20:7-8  (view more)  (view less)

Working With What You Have PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2025

God values faithful stewardship of whatever we’re given, no matter how small, and calls us to trust Him and courageously use our gifts for His glory.

Some of God’s best work begins with something small. A seed the size of a freckle. A lunch packed by a mom. A shepherd boy with a sling. A widow with two coins. Our Father loves to place grace in small packages and watch courage unwrap them. You may feel your life is “just” a handful of minutes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Topics: Growth, Stewardship, Increase

Serving Until The Master Comes PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2025

God entrusts each of us with unique gifts, calling us to faithfully use them for His purposes, resulting in joy and shared blessing.

Hello, friends. If you’ve ever held a newborn, signed a mortgage, received a promotion, or sat beside a hospital bed, you know the hush that falls when life reminds you: what we hold is holy. It may show up as a paycheck or a paintbrush, a diploma or a diaper bag, a toolbox or a tender testimony. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Topics: Spiritual Gifts, God's Glory