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The Gift Of Generosity Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 11, 2009

Generosity simply means giving readily to others. I think we all grasp the basic meaning… but a little reflection helps us grasp what is at stake.

Continue in series focused on Spiritual Insights for Insecure Times Central truth - Apart from God… our relationship with money and possessions becomes corrupted and controlling. We becomes slaves… smaller… captured in this early scene in the movie Wild Hogs… in the rather pathetic character ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Money Myths: Till Debt Do Us Part Series

Contributed by Charles Whitmire on Jan 4, 2009

This message focuses on the fact that debt enslaves us...

Happy New Year everyone... What if I could grant you one wish this next year? Health? Family? Some of you might just say, “Money.” With the current economic crunch, Money is a topic that’s on everyone’s mind. Last year this time it was energy, because the price of gas was through the roof - but ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:7

Denomination: Baptist

Tithing Series

Contributed by Jordan Muck on Sep 28, 2016

Understanding the Buzz Words in Christianity

Series: Buzz Words Week: 3 Passage: Various Title: What is Tithing? Focus: Introduction to Sacrificial Giving INTRODUCTION: In Matthew, Mark, and Luke 1 out of every 6 verses deals with money. Of the 29 parables Christ told, 16 deal with a person and his money. #1: Tithing in the Old Testament ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Smyrna: Some Things Money Cannot Buy Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 19, 2003

Money may actually distract us from Kingdom priorities. Some things money cannot buy are compassion for the needy, passion for the lost, and love for one another.

I begin this morning with an invocation from my favorite poet, the bard of Baltimore, Ogden Nash, who addressed our favorite god in prayer: “Oh, money, money, money; some may think thee holy. But I cannot figure out how thou goest out so fast and how thou comest in so slowly.” Ogden Nash, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Guaranteed, Money-Back, Surefire Secret Of Happiness!

Contributed by Leonard Davis on Jul 21, 2009

Discover happiness and God’s plan of salvation in the Beatitudes.

Guaranteed, Money-Back, Surefire Secret of Happiness! If I were to tell you that I had a guaranteed, sure-fire method to find true happiness and that I would give you double your money back if it did not work, then how much would you be willing to pay for the secret? I’m thinking about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Trials Of Too Much Or Too Little Money Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 21, 2021

In James 1:9-12, James helps us understand that in order for us to persevere in our trials with joy, we must adopt God’s eternal perspective on poverty and wealth.

Allow me to start with two stories to get us thinking about perspectives on having too much or too little money. 1. I read about an exclusive school in Hollywood that was attended by children of movie stars, producers, and directors. a. One day, the children were asked to write a composition on ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-12, Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Life Of Trust Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Nov 19, 2008

Trust begins in recognizing that we have been entrusted as managers of God’s resources.

A Life of Trust Brad Bailey – November 16, 2008 (Portions of the following were not shared due to time… but the notes have been maintained as a resource.) Continuing series… entitled Spiritual Insight for Insecure Times. I imagine each of us can sense something of the uncertainty in the air. • As I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Life Of Trust Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 11, 2009

Explores how to remain focused in a time of financial uncertainty.

Continuing series… entitled Spiritual Insight for Insecure Times. I imagine each of us can sense something of the uncertainty in the air. • As I watch the now global drama of economic news, I see our sense of security being shaken loose.. • As I watch the value of homes and savings drop ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Is My Honor?

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Oct 14, 2008

Stewardship is our chance to honor God

In the prophecy of Malachi, we find that God was not pleased with His people. The Lord had been put on the national "back burner." God preferred the honesty of no worship at all to this hypocritical show of paying lip-service to honoring God. Worship had degenerated into nothing but form. ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:6

Denomination: United Methodist

Empowered For Kingdom Lifestyles Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 19, 2009

You can sum life in two words: faithfulness and fruitfulness. Every day we need to get up and say, “Lord, help me to be purely faithful that I may maximize my fruitfulness for your purpose.” Life is about being faithful and fruitful for the Lord

Empowered for Kingdom Lifestyles II Corinthians 8:1-12 I can sum life in two words: faithfulness and fruitfulness. Every day we need to get up and say, “Lord, help me to be purely faithful that I may maximize my fruitfulness for your purpose.” Life is about being faithful and fruitful for the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Following Jesus With Your Finances, Part 3 - The Value Of Contentment Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Mar 30, 2011

Part three of this stewardship series, this one focusing on being content with what God has given us.

Following Jesus with Your Finances Part 3 – The Value of Contentment Philippians 4:10-14 March 20, 2011 Me: One of the issues that pastors face when talking about money is many of us are afraid that that no matter what we say, it will be taken as just another way of trying to get into your ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

The World And Its Money Cannot Buy Happiness

Contributed by James (Edward) Cady, Jr. on Sep 27, 2008

Our happiness cannot be attained through money, but by the Power of the Holy Spirit.

The World and its Money Cannot Buy Happiness Acts 3: 1-11 Introduction: • Satan’s main strategy with God’s people has always been to whisper; don’t call, don’t ask, don’t depend on God to do great things. • Satan will tell you to rely on your own cleverness and energy; your’ll get along just ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

You Cannot Serve Both God And Money. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 29, 2024

In the pursuit of happiness and security, many of us find ourselves torn between two masters

In the pursuit of happiness and security, many of us find ourselves torn between two masters: God and money. Jesus warned us, "No one can serve two masters. Either you will hate the one and love the other, or you will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33, Matthew 6:24

Biblical Spending Series

Contributed by David Welch on Dec 29, 2008

three of three messages on money - getting, giving and spending

This is a continution on money principles V. Principles of Spending A. Problems in spending 1. Impulse buying Spending to fill a void or medicate a hurt always leads to trouble. 2. Indulgence Pro 21:16-17; 23:21; Col 3:5-6 A man who wanders from the way of understanding will rest ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:6-13

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Hope During The Recession In The Economy

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 1, 2009

The bad news keeps cascading from Wall Street but we, as believers, have a solid hope during this time!

How should we respond to this recession or depression? The DOW has dropped 5500 points (from 14,000 to 8500) since October 2007 (a 40% drop) - the biggest drop in history. 13 bank failures this year (including WaMu - largest in history). Other investment banks, Like Lehman brothers have dissolved. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:18-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational