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Jesus Gives Life. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 29, 2024

Jesus is the Giver of life, and in Him, we find everything we need to live a fulfilling and purposeful life.

The Bible teaches that Jesus Christ is the source of eternal life, and through faith in Him, we can experience a rich and fulfilling life, both now and forever. The Gift of Eternal Life Jesus said, “I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full” (John 10:10). He is the only way to ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Hebrews 6:19

Ready To Give Up? Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 10, 2024

this morning we look at the next three pieces of battle gear for believers as they stand firm against the schemes of Satan designed to destroy and eviscerate their Christian lives

Background to passage: Spiritual warfare passage part 3, life being filled with the Spirit means taking up the armor to do spiritual warfare. Ephesians 6:10–20 ESV Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Give Me A Drink

Contributed by Samuel M on Aug 7, 2024

Jesus comes with his need to a broken person( in his brokenness), not to burden him, but to bless him and make him a blessing for others. Meeting Jesus’s need in your lack and brokenness creates an avenue for Jesus to bless you and become a blessing to many others.

Jesus asks the samaritan woman for a cup of water. This is the greatest paradox in the Bible. Jesus never asked anything from anyone. He always gives but rarely asks for something from others. Jesus comes to the most broken person and expects something from her. The broken person has nothing(in ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7

Life Giving Water

Contributed by Michael Bates on Aug 19, 2024

Are you thirsty and dried out from the evil things of this world? Come to the Lord Jesus because He is our "Living Water"!!! As physical water gives us life, Jesus, the living water gives us eternal life. With Jesus you will never thirst again.

Please everyone grab your Bibles and lets turn to and read together; Ezekiel 47:1-9 CSB -- Then he brought me back to the entrance of the temple and there was water flowing from under the threshold of the temple toward the east, for the temple faced east. The water was coming down from under the ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 47:1-9, John 7:37-39

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Giving Thanks Is A Choice!

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Nov 10, 2024

Is it possible to give thanks in all circumstances? Yes, gratitude is a choice of attitude and is not determined by our life circumstances.

Introduction:1 Chronicles 16:34 tells us: “Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.” I read the story of a man who was accused of a crime he didn’t commit, and because he didn’t have fancy lawyers, he went to prison. He spent 19 years there, and although he didn’t do what ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:13-21, Habakkuk 3:16-18, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Matthew 26:26, Psalm 77:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In Everything Give Thanks

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Nov 24, 2024

In this message we are reminded of the power of living with a grateful heart.

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Introduction 1. Our text explores what it means to live inside God's will. • His will is for us to rejoice always. • His will is that we are to pray without ceasing. 2. The third piece of the puzzle—God's will is for us to give thanks in everything. • “... give ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Ephesians 5:20, 2 Timothy 3:1-5, Romans 1:18-21, Colossians 1:12, Colossians 1:13-14, Colossians 2:7, Colossians 3:12-15, Colossians 4:2, 1 Timothy 2:1, Philippians 4:6, Philippians 4:7, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-17, Romans 8:28, 1 John 5:3, 2 Thessalonians 2:13-14, Romans 5:3-5, Matthew 5:10-12, James 1:2-3, Daniel 6:10-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Pausing To Give Thanks

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Nov 25, 2024

Things to be thankful for in a Thanksgiving Season

THANKSGIVING 2024 PAUSING TO GIVE THANKS - - Read Psalm 100:1-5 This psalm begins with “Shout triumphantly to the Lord, or, Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, or Shout for joy to the Lord”, depending on the translation you are reading. So often, however, instead of shouting triumphantly to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Sacrificial Giving SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

When we give, not just out of our wealth, but as a sacrifice it counts as a credit with God, a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, pleasing to God, that opens up God's riches to meet our needs.

A little girl once planned to give her father a pair of slippers for his birthday. When asked where she would get the money, she confidently replied, "Father will give it to me." Although it may seem strange for a father to buy his own gift, the father appreciated the gesture and the love behind ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:14-20

Topics: Giving, Sacrifice

Give Unto Caesar PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

Explore the concept of God's use of earthly rulers to fulfill His divine purposes, our responsibility as Christians to respect and fulfill our civic duties, and the paramount allegiance we owe to God.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. We are here today to dive into a deep and thought-provoking topic that hits the intersection of faith and politics: God's use of earthly rulers to accomplish His divine purposes, our duty to respect and fulfill our civic responsibilities, and the ultimate ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:1-7, Matthew 22:15-22, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Topics: God's Sovereignty, Divine Purposes

Giving Thanks Is God's Will PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 2, 2023

Explores the interconnectedness of recognizing God's blessings, cultivating gratitude, and living out biblical teachings on thankfulness in all circumstances.

Welcome, dear friends and family in Christ, to this blessed gathering of hearts and minds. We gather here today, not as strangers passing in the night, but as brothers and sisters knit together by the unbreakable bond of God's love. It is a love that transcends the boundaries of time and space, a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Topics: Give Thanks, God's Faithfulness

Give Thanks To The Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 5, 2023

This sermon explores the enduring love of God, encouraging gratitude for His grace, learning from His goodness, and glorifying His greatness.

Good morning, beloved congregation. It's a wonderful day to be here together in the house of the Lord, isn't it? A day to gather, to reflect, and to give thanks for the boundless grace, goodness, and greatness of our God. Today, we have the privilege of turning to the book of Psalms, specifically ...read more

Topics: Thanksgiving

Giving Thanks To God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 10, 2023

Encourages us to live with gratitude, recognizing God's deeds in our lives, and expressing thanksgiving in every season, not just in good times.

Good morning, everyone. It's a blessing to be here. Today, we gather under the banner of hope. Hope that fills our hearts. Hope that lights our path. Hope that's found in God. We turn our hearts to a verse from the book of Psalms. Psalms 95:2. It says, "Let us come before him with thanksgiving and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:2

Topics: Thanksgiving

Give Thanks To The Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023

Explores the importance of seeking God's wisdom, living with gratitude, and cultivating peace in our hearts.

Good morning, dear friends. We gather here today with hearts full of hope. We gather in this sacred space to seek wisdom. Wisdom that guides us through life's storms. Wisdom that lights our path. Our guide today is a passage from the Bible. A passage that speaks of peace. A passage that speaks of ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Topics: Thanksgiving

Giving Jesus Away PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023

This sermon explores purposeful witnessing, gifting Jesus, and applying Matthew 4:19 in daily life as joy-filled responsibilities of Christian discipleship.

Good morning, beloved. We gather here today, hearts full of hope and minds eager for wisdom. We're here to seek and to find, to learn and to grow. We're here to lean on each other, to lean on the Word, and most importantly, to lean on our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Before we begin, let's take a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19

Topics: Gifting, Jesus

After Giving Thanks PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 17, 2023

This sermon explores Matthew 25:31-46, challenging us to live out the Christian ideal of serving others as if we were serving Christ Himself.

Welcome, friends. It's good to be together again. We gather in this sacred space, united in our faith. We're here to learn. We're here to grow. We're here to seek wisdom from the Word of God. Today, we're focusing on a powerful passage from the book of Matthew. It's a passage that challenges us. It ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Topics: Separation, Kingdom