Sermons on the widow's mite: showing 631-645 of 10,968

No More Hypocrites, Please

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 24, 2006

Hypocrisy

"No More Hypocrites, Please!" Matthew 15:1-20 9/21/97 Intro: We all have many traditions that we keep. We bow our heads and close our eyes when we pray. It’s not the only way to pray. The Bible gives many examples of prayer. Yet, we think this is the only way to pray. *If you don’t pray ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

One Life

Contributed by Dr. Jesse Davis on Sep 19, 2008

You only have one life to live – and you have been given that life to give. Don’t waste your life – spend it on something that is worthy.

One Life – June 29, 2008 Do you believe you were born for such a time as this? Look what’s happening in our world today… It’s hard to believe that 2008 is already half over. How have you spent your life so far in 2008? Has it been a waste? Have you gotten a good return on the investment of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What's That In Your Hand?

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 5, 2015

Lesson: God can use most anything if we will only surrender it to him

What Is That In Your Hand? Exodus 4:1-5 Lesson: God can use most anything if we will only surrender it to him A. GOD WANTS WHAT’S IN YOUR HAND 1. God doesn’t ask you to give him what is in someone else’s hand, only what is in your hand. 2. God doesn’t ask you to give ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Is Our Priority Money Or Prayer? Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 27, 2018

Let’s examine John 2:13-25, the money changers in the temple and prayer.

Prelude Is our priority prayer or money? Whether you are suspicious or selfish or give generously, what is the right use of money in the church? Purpose: Let’s understand that money will always be a cause for good and evil in the Church. Plan: Let’s examine John 2:13-25, the money changers in ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Joy In Giving To God Series

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Aug 5, 2021

The book of Philippians was written for two reasons. First of all it was written as a letter of Paul’s expression of joy. The Christian life is to be filled with joy.

The Joy in Giving To God 1. Philippians 4:15-19 2. Mark 12:41-44 Psalm 138 The book of Philippians was written for two reasons. First of all it was written as a letter of Paul’s expression of joy. The Christian life is to be filled with joy. In this letter Paul expressed joy in numerous ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:15-19, Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Husband Of One Wife Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 10, 2023

To investigate the meaning of the Christian characteristic: “the husband of one wife,” as outlined in Paul’s Pastoral Epistles to Timothy and Titus, as a prerequisite for any man “desiring the office of a bishop (elder) or deacon,” in the Lord’s church.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Husband of One Wife Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will discuss the theme: “The husband of one wife.” This is the fifteenth lesson in the sermon series: "Re-digging in Old Wells." There will be many others bearing this title. We are re-digging in ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:5-9, 1 Timothy 5:9, Philippians 1:1, 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13, 1 Timothy 3:12, 1 Timothy 3:1-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The First Child's Sin

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 5, 2001

How Cain committed the first sin of a child - envy

The First Child’s Sin – Genesis 4:1-26 Illustration:Dwight L. Moody once told the fable of an eagle who was envious of another that could fly better than he could. One day the bird saw a sportsman with a bow and arrow and said to him, "I wish you would bring down that eagle up there." The man said ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Grace Giving Series

Contributed by W. Alderman on Jan 31, 2006

This is a message taken from the author’s book entitled, "Christian Stewardship".

GRACE GIVING II Corinthians 8:1-15 INTRODUCTION: This portion of Scripture describes the grace giver. The grace giver gives with Christ Jesus in mind. Every gift that Christ Jesus has given us has been a gift of Grace. We deserve nothing any better. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

What The Lad Had

Contributed by Jack Harris on Nov 25, 2004

We have a story before us that has been told and retold, and from which numerous lessons have been drawn. It is the only miracle which Jesus did that is recorded in each of the four Gospel accounts, Matthew 14, Mark 6, Luke 9 and John 6.

WHAT THE LAD HAD. John 6: 1-14 Int. We have a story before us that has been told and retold, and from which numerous lessons have been drawn. It is the only miracle which Jesus did that is recorded in each of the four Gospel accounts, Matthew 14, Mark 6, Luke 9 and John 6. Luke tells us that it ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An Unexpected Gift Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Sep 10, 2014

What is the real significance of the healing of the cripple at the Beautiful Gate?

An Unexpected Gift Acts 3:1-10 Another day had dawned. The man’s friends arrive early to pick him up and take him to the Temple. They brought the man to the Temple door. But he does not enter in. you see, he is a crippled man, and crippled men were not allowed in the Temple. He could come to the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Seeing The Invisible Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 30, 2021

One has not really begun to live until he begins to look, not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen, for these alone are the things that last forever.

A young sportsman just back from a hunting trip in India was criticizing the efforts of the missionaries there. He said that in all the months he was there he never saw any good they were doing. It was all a useless waste of money and effort. A returned missionary overheard him and asked him a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-18

The Lord Requires Your Tithe!

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Jun 6, 2005

Jesus says; If you want to be called great in the Kingdom Of God you must practice and teach His commandments, including the tithe.

Matthew 5:17-19 “Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them. 18 I tell you the truth, until heaven and earth disappear, not the smallest letter, not the least stroke of a pen, will by any means disappear from the Law until ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who's The Greatest?

Contributed by George Durham on Dec 25, 2012

Want to be great? Here's the unusual formula from Jesus

The Greatest of the Kingdom Mark 9:30-37 As they walk along, Jesus tells the disciples what to expect in the coming days. He says, "The Son of Man is being handed over to the hands of men, & they will kill him; & when he is killed, on the third day he will rise again" (Mark 9:31). Now, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:37-41

Denomination: United Methodist

Who's The Greatest?

Contributed by George Durham on Mar 2, 2016

The world emphasizes the importance of putting yourself first, and being the greatest. Jesus' disciples argued about who among them was the greatest, the most loved, the most important.

The Greatest of the Kingdom Mark 9:30-37 As they walk along, Jesus tells the disciples what to expect in the coming days. He says, "The Son of Man is being handed over to the hands of men, & they will kill him; & when he is killed, on the third day he will rise again" (Mark 9:31). Now, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-37

Denomination: United Methodist

What Possess You? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 21, 2006

The Health, Weatlh & Prosperity gospel has made a come back. Should we expect God to bless us financially? Is it a sign of His favor if we become rich or His displeasure if we are not?

Luke 12:15 "Take care, and be on your guard against all covetousness, for one’s life does not consist of the abundance of his possessions." "Abundance" means to be in excess "Covetousness" means "to hold more" "Take heed" (take care): to stare at "Beware" (be on your guard): to watch, be on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:15

Denomination: Calvary Chapel