Sermons on Selfless Giving:

It Mite Not Mean What You Think It Means (Mark 12:38-13:2) Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Jun 29, 2020

What was the point of the famous story of the “Widow’s Mite?” We are familiar with the story. Today, we’ll look at the context, and see how it could change everything you think you know about this story..

This week I get curious about what was considered “the most quotable movie of all time.” Because there are certain movie quotes that work their way into our regular vocabulary, and we find ourselves applying them to all sorts of different situations. “Houston, we have a problem” is like that. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

My Never Again List

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Jul 18, 2018

There are some things that I don't ever want to do again.

ROMANS 8:28 “MY NEVER AGAIN LIST” A) God works all things out for those who love Him. * Nothing could assure the believer any more than God working all things out for his good. * There are several things in our text that I want to really expound on ....... B) First: The words “all things” go ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

His Own Love. (Hi)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jun 15, 2018

God showed His love on the cross, His love cost Him everything He had in this life.....His life!

Romans 5:6-For when we were still without strength, in due time Christ died for the ungodly. 7-For scarcely for a righteous man will one die; yet perhaps for a good man someone would even dare to die. 8-But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

2 + 5 = 5000

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 26, 2018

The main point of this sermon is that miracles can take place when we do our part and depend on God to direct the ministry.

2 + 5 = 5,000 John 6: 1 – 21 Intro: Children can ask some really difficult questions regarding religion such as: “Who made all the planets?” or “How come God doesn’t do miracles any more?” I Perhaps God performed these miracles to demonstrate to humanity their inadequacy. A VS 7 “It would ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Failing The Test?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 18, 2017

Many situations in life are but testing zones...Philip faced a test? Andrew faced a test? You will face situations that will test your faith.

FAILING THE TEST? HINDER MY MIRACLE? THIS IS BIGGER THAN I AM... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com WILL MY OWN LIMITATIONS DEFINE WHAT GOD CAN DO? Do I tend to focus on THE PROBLEMS and not GOD SOLUTIONS? Are we so blind that the facts define our faith? Facts that can kill our ...read more

Scripture: John 6:5-12, Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When We Give What We Have Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Oct 8, 2010

In light of Mother's Day, we must depend on God to do what only God can do, but we also must give what we have if we are to truly join in the process.

Intro On this Mother‟s Day we are reminded of the profound role of a parent. I believe that a mother is nothing less than a mediator of God‟s love. A mother is role that is by nature giving… sacrificially giving of life. They give nourishment from their own resources… and ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Can I Give God My All?

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 29, 2010

Today, we want to see what it takes to go all the way with God. If I give God my all what does it take of me?

How can I give God my all? Am November 30th 2009 2 Timothy 2:1-7 Introduction Alexander the Great and a small company of soldiers approached a strongly fortified walled city. Alexander, standing outside the walls, raised his voice and demanded to see the king. When the king arrived, Alexander ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

On Tithing And Tipping

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 5, 2019

Too often we give to God the least instead of the best. We give what costs us little instead of making sacrifices for Him.

1. The story is told of a very wealthy man who, on the occasion of his daughter’s marriage, sent a check for $5,000 to the bridegroom as a wedding present. He sent it by the hand of the bride’s sister and when she returned, the man eagerly asked: “What did your new brother-in-law say when you gave ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dear Philippians

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 26, 2019

A lover of God becomes a giver and server!

My dear Philippians Philippians 4:15”You yourselves also know, Philippians, that at the first preaching of the gospel, after I left Macedonia, no church shared with me in the matter of giving and receiving but you alone..” You know what, this is going to be really difficult to type; nevertheless, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Out Of Her Poverty

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 5, 2019

This is a kind of giving unto the KINGDOM OF GOD, that the LORD JESUS CHRIST can notice.

I. Out Of Her Poverty II. Text:Luke 21:4 For they all gave out of their abundance (their surplus); but she has contributed out of her lack {and} her want, putting in all that she had on which to live. Amplified Bible Luke 21:4  For all these have of their abundance cast in unto the offerings ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

"The Path To Generosity"

Contributed by David Henderson on Dec 22, 2015

You do not need to be wealthy to be generous. You can give even when you are broke.

“The Path to Generosity” 2nd Corinthians 8:1-7 I started my first job when I was 12 or 13 years of age. In the area where I grew up we had a local mission and the helped families in the area with a variety of needs. They gave away food and clothing to needy families and they also ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

He'll Take Care Of The Rest Series

Contributed by Dr. David Hallum on Feb 18, 2016

King David's example of extravagant giving challenges New Testament believers.

Introduction: David is nearing the end of his reign as king. He is an old man, but he has a mission. He wanted to build the temple, but God would not allow it. Instead, David had Solomon crowned king. David then gave Solomon the plans and the materials for the new temple. God did not allow ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Gratitude

Contributed by Ken Ritz on Mar 1, 2016

What does the Bible tell us about gratitude, thanks, and praise to God?

Gratitude I heard a story… A priest, a minister, and a rabbi want to see who’s best at his job. So they each go into the woods, find a bear, and attempt to convert it. Later they get together. The priest begins: “When I found the bear, I read to him from the Catechism ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Giving? Water! Finding Blessings In Seasons Of Trouble!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 26, 2022

We survey GIVING. Purposeful giving. The role of WATER in giving... We can find God in some of the strangest places... God show his greatest in seasons of trouble.

#1 GIVING? WATER! FINDING BLESSINGS IN SEASONS OF TROUBLE! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) This is a 3 part lesson. LOVE GIVES THE BEST IT CAN AFFORD. GOD GAVE THE BEST HEAVEN HAD… TEXT: John 3:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, 2 Corinthians 9:6-7, Mark 12:41, Matthew 10:42

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Special D Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 7, 2022

We have been blessed but are we a blessing? We have received but do we ever give anything back? It may be time to return to sender!

Return To Sender Pt. 1 - Special D I. Introduction Written by Otis Blackwell and Winfield Scott wrote the song Return To Sender in 1962 and was first recorded and released by none other than Elvis Presley. On November 11th, 1962 the song peaked at #2 for 5 weeks on Billboard's Hot Top 100 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-11, 1 Samuel 1:24-28, 1 Samuel 2:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal