Sermons on The Magis Gifts:

Invest Your Life Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 15, 2010

Believe that you have something that is unique, that you must contribute for His cause, through faith, and be rewarded.

Big Idea: Believe that you have SOMETHING that is UNIQUE, that you can CONTRIBUTE for His cause, through FAITH, and be REWARDED. If you were asked at the end of your life, “Was it worthwhile?” how would you answer it? • How do you really measure whether your life is worthwhile ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Diamond Engagement Ring

Contributed by Joe Rowland on Jan 19, 2009

Men, many times looks at what they see and they judge according to the flesh, the good news is God looks at the heart.

The Diamond Engagement Ring James 2:1-3 James 2:1 My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, with respect of persons. 2 For if there come unto your assembly a man with a gold ring, in goodly apparel, and there come in also a poor man in vile raiment; 3 And ye ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Should I Be Filled With The Holy Spirit?

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 15, 2009

Jesus makes this definition of the Holy Spirit in verse 16-17 another Comforter (Counselor, Helper, Intercessor, Advocate, Strengthener, and Standby) that He may remain forever. 17The Spirit of Truth, and He lives in you.

Should I be Filled With the Holy Spirit? John 14:16-17 NKJ And I will pray the Father, and He will give you another Helper, that He may abide with you forever— 17 the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees Him nor knows Him; but you know Him, for He dwells with ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Giving With Intent Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Feb 17, 2009

In today’s world many are struggling financially, this series is to help us understand how to be rich in a way that honors God ( Adapted from a series by Craig Groeschel, lifechurch.tv)

As a parent, when I had young children, I remember times that I would give something to one of my children and ask them to share it with their brother/sister. For example you are on a trip in the car and hand child “A” a bag of French fries and ask them to share it with their brother/sister. Before ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11

Denomination: Charismatic

"Buying Milk With No Money"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 3, 2010

Since the period of the Israelites, the Invitation has been offered down through the centuries to those seeking to find the Way...some have accepted it; others have rejected it. But it is the greatest invitation to humankind.

ISAIAH 55:1-9 “Buying Milk with No Money” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN “Get your hot dogs here! Only $5.00.” “Ice cold Coke here, ice cold Coke! Only $7.00!” That’s what we hear when we go to see a baseball, football, basketball or ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-9

Denomination: United Methodist

Investing Your Life In The King's Service

Contributed by David Cook on Mar 19, 2010

God has invested gifts, talents in our lives and we must use those in His kingdom service.

Elvis Presley is known as the “King of Rock-n-Roll.” Perhaps there’s been no greater music entertainer in the past 100 years that has used his talents to shake up the crowd, like Elvis. Thinking over the latter years of Elvis’ life and his drug overdose, do you think he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Baptist

Mis Talentos Son De Dios

Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Mar 23, 2010

Nuestro Señor nos llama a ser Mayordomos de Sus recursos, es decir como cristianos debemos reconocer que no somos los dueños de los “talentos” que Dios nos ha dado, sino que debemos administrarlos de una manera sabia, siempre para bendecir a otros.

Mayor Gerardo Balmori El Ejército de Salvación ¿Si Dios es dueño de mis Talentos, entonces qué hago con ellos? Mateo 25:14-19 Introducción: Administración y Mayordomía -Sinónimos Bíblicos- La palabra “Mayordomo” significa: Siervo o encargado de cuidar los bienes y negocios de su señor. Nuestro ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-19

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Church As God Intended - Unity In The Faith Series

Contributed by Nigel Heath on Mar 25, 2010

What does unity in the faith look like? Just as we have a diversity of gift in the unity in the Spirit, so there is a diversity of service to unity in the faith.

20.3.10 WHAT DOES UNITY IN THE FAITH LOOK LIKE? INTRO 'Once upon a time there was a mighty river. It flowed gracefully and elegantly across the landscape. Along its banks it gave life and sustenance to the tribes of Aboriginal Australians who camped by it. For many generations this river was a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

You Can Live On Top Even When The Bottom Drops Out Series

Contributed by Vera Hughes on Jan 20, 2010

Are you experiencing times in your life where you feel the bottom has dropped out? Are you ready to give up? Dr. Hughes encourages you in this teaching to never give up -- your destiny and purpose will come to pass no matter what trials come your way.

Introduction I never will forget that day. We had all the belongings we could carry in our car. We were driving down the street trying to figure out what we were going to do. We had no where to go. We couldn’t believe it. Had we now become part of the homeless population? As my husband ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christian Freedom

Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Sep 15, 2009

Paul in rebuke of the Judizers who seek to bring God’s people back into the bondage of leagalism answers (3) questions for us regarding Christain Freedom: What is Chrsitian Freedom? Can Christian Freedom Be Abused? How Do We Remain Free?

“FREEDOM IN CHRIST” Galatians 5:1-24 Fr. Christopher M. Nerreau Introduction: (READ PASSAGE) • If someone who knew nothing of Christianity were to watch a video of your life, how would they describe the Christian faith? If the only example they had was your life, what would they say about ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-24

Denomination: Orthodox

Supernatural #10: Last Days Prophetic Ministry Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Sep 20, 2009

God is raising up the last days prophetic generation that Joel prophesied about. He wants us to become a prophetic people who hear His voice, and proclaim His living word to others. When we do this, people will be encouraged, comforted, and set free

SUPERNATURAL #10: LAST DAYS PROPHETIC MINISTRY INTRO TO TOPIC: Today is our tenth week in our Supernatural Series in the Book of Acts. OPENING TEXT: “16 But this is what was spoken by the prophet Joel: 17 ’And it shall come to pass in the last days, says God, That I will pour out of My ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:16-21

Denomination: *other

"A Savior Has Been Born To You."

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 15, 2009

Brief Christmas message given after our childrens Christmas program.

“A Savior Has Been Born to You.” Various Scriptures December 13, 2009 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Introduction My plan isn’t to speak very long today, because you didn’t come to hear me, you came to see what an awesome job our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23

Denomination: Wesleyan

Every Economic Decision Has Moral Consequences Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 2, 2010

Our history shows the truth of the statement, every economic decision has moral consequences

January 4 2010 Caritas in Veritate St Elizabeth Ann Seton Yes, things are pretty bad today. But they could get worse, and today’s celebration and readings remind us that they have been worse. Jesus knew, with the arrest of John the Baptist, that time was short. He began urgently to preach the ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

Who Packed Your Parachute

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 19, 2008

We say that we love and trust the Lord. Do we love Him or is He our parachute when we are in danger?

WHO PACKED YOUR PARACHUTE? PROVERBS 3:1-9 READ PROVERBS 3:1-9 INTRO- I KNOW WHAT YOUR THINKING IF YOU LOOKED AT THE TITLE OF THIS MESSAGE. WHAT IN THE WORLD IS HE DOING NOW? THIS IS A MESSAGE ABOUT TRUST. THIS IS A MESSAGE ABOUT FAITH. THIS A ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-9

Denomination: Nazarene

Five Healings

Contributed by Everett Mccoy on Jul 21, 2008

Jesus DIED to save us, but he SUFFERED to HEAL us. This message examines five ways we are healed by his suffering, according to Isa 53.

4 Surely He has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; yet we esteemed Him stricken, smitten by God, and afflicted. 5 But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement for our peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:4-5 ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-5

Denomination: Pentecostal