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Stewardship 101 PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

To understand and embrace our God-given responsibility as stewards of His creation, using our resources wisely and generously to care for the world and bless others.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a topic that affects each and every one of us – stewardship. You see, God has called us to be wise and responsible stewards of His creation, and it's something we should take to heart. Let's start by looking at what the Word of God says ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26

Topics: Stewardship, Everyone

Committed To Giving PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 5, 2024

Explores the spiritual discipline of giving, emphasizing the importance of generous, cheerful, and faithful contributions to the church and God's Kingdom.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to gather together in the Lord's house, as we seek to grow in our understanding and application of His Word. Today, we are going to open our hearts and minds to a subject that is both deeply personal and profoundly spiritual: our commitment to church ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-7, Malachi 3:8-10

Topics: Importance Of Giving, Local Church

A Life Of Grace And Service PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 17, 2024

Encourages Christians to embrace the joy of giving generously, reflecting Christ's love and service, as a fundamental aspect of their faith.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to see all of you gathered here today, ready to receive the nourishing word of our Lord. I trust that you all come with hearts open, ready to be filled with the divine wisdom that only our God can provide. We are gathered here today to talk about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:28, 2 Corinthians 9:6-8

Topics: Giving, Serving

No Longer A Slave PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 17, 2024

This sermon explores the lessons from the book of Philemon, emphasizing the relevance of Scripture in addressing contemporary issues and guiding Christian attitudes and actions.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It's always a joy to gather with you, to share in the fellowship of believers, to learn from the Word of God, and to grow together in faith. Today, we have a powerful portion of Scripture to ponder. The book of Philemon, though brief, holds ...read more

Topics: Paul's Plea, Onesimus

What Good Stewards Know About Giving Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 2, 2006

In 1 Chronicles 29:1-17, God teaches us eight lessons on giving to his work. These are lessons that we need to learn and apply to ourselves.

Scripture There is a story told about Ivan the Great who ruled Russia as Czar in the 15th century. He was a warrior, a fighter, and a conqueror of kingdoms. The Soviet Union, as we knew it about twenty years ago, was basically put into place by Ivan the Great. Ivan was so busy doing battle that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:1-17, Proverbs 11:28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Keys To A Renewed Mind And Transformed Life! Part 2.

Contributed by Roger Spackman on Jan 3, 2007

Getting to the HEART of our personality and character, and how God REALLY transforms and sanctifies us. Most sermons just ’pick at the fruit’ - this one goes to the heart and foundations!

Slide # 1 Keys for a transformed life and a renewed mind! Part 2 of 2 ‘You’d better get a coffee – you might need it!’ Going to the heart of it! Credit given to David Riddell – Living Wisdom – Friend, Mentor and Supervisor To listen, read or download this and over 200 other messages. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:7

Denomination: Baptist

A Great Return On Your Investment Series

Contributed by Jamey Stuart on Sep 29, 2008

Part 3 in a series about honoring God with our finances in a way that insulates us from recession.

Introduction: We’ve had an amazing couple of weeks here at Believers! Two weeks ago, when we introduced this series we learned the importance of needing Jesus, of pressing in to him. We learned that there is a division in our lives between what we can do in our strength and what God can do in his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Got Guilt?

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Jul 1, 2010

we know we are saved by faith, but we often live with guilt because we can’t measure up to God’s standards - we need God’s grace as much after we are saved as before

Got Guilt? TCF Sermon June 20, 2010 The Apostles Paul and John, in most of their New Testament epistles, began with a greeting that included something like this one in 1 Corinthians 1:3 (NIV) Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. In fact, it’s the exact same ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Leading And Following Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 16, 2015

Loving leaders lead and faithful followers follow.

Leading and Following 1 Peter 5:1-5 Rev. Brian Bill March 14-15, 2015 It’s been almost two months and I can finally talk about how the Packers unraveled in the NFC Championship game. I actually wasn’t able to watch the game because I had a meeting. I’m glad now that I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Living In God's Will Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 24, 2015

The Apostle Paul knew the 1) Priority of (Romans 15:25–28) & 2) Prosperity of (Romans 15:29 ) Living in God's Will.

Open Doors International released its World Watch List earlier this month, ranking the top 50 most dangerous and difficult countries for Christians to live in. “We have seen the sharpest jump in violent attacks against Christians in the modern era,” says Curry, estimating that upwards ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:25-29

Denomination: Other

Letters From The Enemy

Contributed by J. Martin on Feb 28, 2005

The Bible teaches about an instance in which king Hezekiah received a letter from Sennacherib, king of Assyria and his most determined enemy. Sennacherib ordered complete surrender, but not without first diplaying his military prowess and personal pride.

Letters can be wonderful! Especially when we receive them from a loved one. A son whose far away fighting in a war; a father or mother who writes to tells us the illness has passed; a sister who informs us the baby has finally arrived. But there are also those letters that we would never like to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 19:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Matters Most In Life!

Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Nov 4, 2004

What Matters Most In Life! Love is the key to attracting the lost to church!

I almost died this week... The words, “I love you.” became meaningful to me. Love came alive in Janet, when she didn’t want to leave me even though they kicked her out. Almost every phone call - the words I love you were spoken from the heart. Tonight - Communion - I will tell about the walk ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Grace Of Giving Part 2 Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 13, 2004

Part 2 showing Paul’s reasons for giving in II Corinthians.

Stewardship Series Part 2 The Grace of Giving I Corinthians 16, II Corinthians 8 & 9 SCRIPTURE READING: II Corinthians 9:6-8 INTRODUCTION: Last week and this week, we’re talking about The Grace Of Giving. Stewardship is a topic that we should probably address more often, because --- ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Servants Heart Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Sep 8, 2005

In the acronym of GRACE the A stands for A Servants Heart. We are called to be servants because it is commanded by God, it demonstrates love, it makes life bearable and it is practical

THE LIFE OF G.R.A.C.E. “A Servant’s Heart” Sept. 11, 2005 Intro: Four years ago, our nation was rocked by incredible terrorists’ attacks. We thought that it could never happen here, but it did. Thousands of people died and thousands were wounded. *** Pictures of WTC, NYPD and Firefighters One ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Dream Generously Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Mar 20, 2006

I don’t want to preach to you about tithing. I want to encourage you to live a generous life! Jesus said more about money than anything else.

A minister was speaking about all the things money can’t buy. “Money can’t buy happiness, it can’t buy laughter and money can’t buy love” he told the congregation. Driving his point home he said, “What would you do if I offered you $1,000 not to love your mother and father?” A hush fell over the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ