Sermons on Stewardship:

Stability In The Land

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 3, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Are you stable in your land? Do you pay your taxes? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that stability or security in the land is done by the LORD GOD not our own. IV. TEXT: Leviticus 25:18 (New Liv

I. EXORDIUM: Are you stable in your land? Do you pay your taxes? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that stability or security in the land is done by the LORD GOD not our own. IV. TEXT: Leviticus 25:18 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) “If you want to ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 25:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Having Possessions And Being Possessed

Contributed by H.b. Charles Jr. on Oct 21, 2012

"Having Possessions and Being Possessed" is a message from Matthew 6:19-21. It teaches three lessons: (1) Be careful of where your treasure resides. (2) Be committed to treasure that remains. And (3) Be concerned about what your treasure reveals.

HAVING POSSESSIONS AND BEING POSSESSED Matthew 6:19-21 Matthew 6:19-21 marks a transition in THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT. In the first half of this chapter, Jesus explains how righteous people practice religion. Verses 1-4 address how righteous people give. Verse 5-15 address how righteous people ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

Treasuring God's Grace Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Oct 25, 2012

We live with the knowledge that we sin; we often assume we're getting away with it. In reality, we've just never been caught - or have we?

“Treasuring God’s Grace” 2 Sam. 11:26-12:14 The question on the job application read, “Have you ever been arrested?” The applicant printed the word “No” in the space. The next question was a follow-up to the first; it asked, “Why?” So this ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Treasuring God's Money Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Oct 25, 2012

In this prolonged, difficult economic recession, what role does our Christian faith play? What does treasuring God's money look like?

“Treasuring God’s Money” 2 Chron. 20:1-17; Heb. 12:25-29 I treasure my family. That’s why I have pictures of Barb and our kids and grandkids in my office (and on my computer screen.) There’s little I wouldn’t do for them; there’s nothing I wouldn’t ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Investing In Eternal Things Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 2, 2013

A message written for the 30 Day Church Challenge

This message is adapted from material included in the 30 Day Church Challenge Kit from Outreach Marketing and the message written by Pastor Hal Seed. In this world it is not what we take up but what we give up that makes us rich – Henry Ward Beecher The intent of the 30 Day Church Challenge ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23-24

Denomination: Church Of God

Counting The Cost

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 5, 2013

A sermon on finances and stewardship from Luke 14:25-33, especially vs. 28-30 (Outline and material adapted from a transcript of a message by Gene Appel with Willow Creek)

HoHum: Pass out Children’s Bulletins From Sermon4Kids at: http://www.sermons4kids.com/count_the_cost.html How many of you would like to play the piano? Wait! Not so fast! Before you raise your hand and say "yes" to that question, let's see what it would cost to be able to play the piano and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Judging Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 16, 2012

What is and is not rightful judging.

Introduction Have you ever listened to a conversation in which, though no one has actually said it outright, nevertheless you sense a lot of tension? The participants may be talking about one issue, but it is evident that an underlying issue is really what the conversation is about. That is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Loaves, Fishes And Christmas Trees Series

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Jun 24, 2016

A sermon for our once a year Giving Sunday

It was a hot long day … not the first hot long day. The crowds had been there three days now. The disciples could see their excitement as they listened to the master. You could see that look in their eyes as they just had to listen to every word he said. But after three days of listening and ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-12

Denomination: Anglican

A Theology Of Wealth

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 3, 2015

The manner in which we handle the goods entrusted to us reveals our understanding of God.

You must remember the LORD your God, for he is the one who gives ability to get wealth; if you do this he will confirm his covenant that he made by oath to your ancestors, even as he has to this day. [1], [2] Events leading me to commit my life to Christ included a singular experience. Whilst ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:18

Denomination: Baptist

How Will Your Epitaph Read?

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 1, 2015

Life is preparation for death. How you administer your life now determines God's response to you and your place in the world to come.

“Be not afraid when a man becomes rich, when the glory of his house increases. For when he dies he will carry nothing away; his glory will not go down after him. For though, while he lives, he counts himself blessed —and though you get praise when you do well for yourself— ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 49:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

A Proverb To Guide Our Giving Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 4, 2014

Paul quotes a proverb that is instructive for believers as they bring their gifts before the Lord.

“Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” [1] “Whoever sows sparingly will also reap ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Wealth And My Spiritual Health Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 25, 2014

The way I acquire and use wealth is a good measure of my spiritual health.

I grew up in a typical blue collar family. My dad managed one of the very first fast food restaurants – the Lucky Wishbone – and my mom stayed at home taking care of four kids. She didn’t work outside the home until all of us got older, so for much of my life, our family got by on ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Fast & Furious Part 3 Series

Contributed by Tommy Jackson on Aug 26, 2014

Running wide open financially will get you there fast, but is it worth it? Or is it time to slow down and be a little more careful with your finances?

Fast and Furious EASING UP TO CREATE MARGIN Luke 5:16 AFTER OFFEERING PLAY VIDEO: “Go For Broke” Well, welcome to the third week of the series called “FAST & FURIOUS: EASING UP TO CREATE MARGIN”. Today I want to talk to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Final Gift Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 27, 2014

Looks at the gift of the tomb that Jesus was buried in

When our daughter, Deborah, was preparing to depart for Odessa in Ukraine in 2008 she had to sign a form stating how she wished to have her remains disposed of if anything happened to her while she was overseas. Pretty heavy stuff for a twenty-one year old. But practical. But what do you do ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:50-56

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Biblical Framework For Wealth

Contributed by Dave Ramsey on May 13, 2014

We are called to be a blessing with our finances.

Introduction: How do I keep wealth from ruining my family? A weird thing happened to me. I did very well starting from nothing. I graduated from college with nothing, got married with nothing, and got rich-at least by a kid from Antioch, Tennessee, standards. I had about $4 million worth of real ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational