Sermons on Unknown Gift:

God Will Go Before You Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Oct 27, 2012

What did God do for Jacob, and what does that teach us about the Destination Unknowns in our life?

Genesis 29:1-14 Three weeks ago, the YOUTH GROUP went on a “Destination Unknown.” If you’ve never been on a DU, or heard of one, it’s a fun activity for the youth group, except for the fact that the group does not know where they are going until they get there. When I ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Great Debate

Contributed by Larry Turner on Oct 6, 2012

In Athens Paul had a great debate with the wisest about the "Unknown God" There are lessons to be learned on how to win the debate.

This week the Presidential debate between President Obama and Mitt Romeny dominated the media. A lot of poles felt that Romney won the debate. There have been many famous debates over the years. The debate between Abraham Lincoln and Steven A. Douglas is certainly well known. Perhaps the most ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Foursquare

I Am The Bread Of Life Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Feb 26, 2016

In this story a gift is offered, the gift is questioned and then the gift is rejected

I AM THE BREAD OF LIFE A young man was getting ready to graduate from college. For many months he had admired a beautiful sports car and being from a rich family he knew that his father could afford it. As Graduation Day approached, the young man awaited signs that his father had purchased the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-40

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Way Of The Cross Pt I Series

Contributed by Samuel Stephens on Mar 8, 2009

The gift of the cross, and the way to the cross so that we might recieve the gift!

The Way of the Cross Matthew 10:38 And he that taketh not his cross, and followeth after me, is not worthy of me. Matthew 16:24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. 1 Corinthians 1:18 For the preaching ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Why Christ Gave Himself

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Mar 26, 2011

The gift of all gifts

WHY CHRIST GAVE HIMSELF Gal. 1: 4Who gave himself for our sins, that he might deliver us from this present evil world, according to the will of God and our Father: 1.To bring glory in doing the fathers will. Eph.5; 2And walk in ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:4

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessings Of The Shepherds

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 25, 2012

The unknown shepherds became the privileged ones to received the Christmas news first. They BELIEVED the message, they BECAME the message and they were TRANSFORMED by the message.

The birth of Jesus Christ was not revealed to kings or rulers. It was not even revealed to the religious elite. • God has decided to announce His coming, the birth of Jesus Christ, to ordinary shepherds out in the fields. • They were probably unlearned, and without status, but they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"unlocking The Power Of Spiritual Gifts And The Five-Fold Ministry”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jun 23, 2022

The word declares the five-fold ministry was bestowed upon the church until it attained the fullness of Christ's stature. It is imperative for the upcoming confrontation with the kingdom of darkness, and the church must ensure that it is in place to face any challenges with confidence.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Joel 2:28) “And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my Spirit on all flesh; your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, and your young men shall see ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:10-14, 2 Timothy 4:2, 1 Corinthians 2:4-5, Joel 2:28, Romans 12:3-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Worshipping In A Time Of Crisis - The Christians Response.

Contributed by Reginald Knight on Mar 21, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought with it a barrage of unknowns – making it impossible for any of us to predict exactly what will happen next

Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany( 2021) Year B. By. Rev. Reginald Knight For the past few Sundays we have met together through this medium, in compliance with the directives by our authorities and our Diocesan respectively. Yes, we as a church are feeling a certain degree of displacement. Our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:4

Denomination: Anglican

"Don't Be Ignorant" 1 Cor. Pt. 10 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 20, 2008

We are not to be ignorant to the truth about holy and unholy lifestyles. God will judge sin as He did in the Old Testament and He will hold us responsible for the way we act as Christians. Christians are to glorify God in everything that they do!

“Don’t be Ignorant” 1 Cor. pt. 10 Opening Illustration: From Wingclips.com “Get Smart” Swordfish scene where he talks of being alert but ignorantly keeps running into things with the car he is driving. Thesis: We are not to be ignorant to the truth about holy and unholy lifestyles. God will judge ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Take Seriously The Grace Of God

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Mar 15, 2007

A sermon for the 4th Sunday in Lent, Series C, based on an unknown students recount of a class she encountered at a Christian college.

4th Sunday in Lent March 18, 2007 “Series C” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, as we study your Word, we realize that we do not fully embrace the life you created us ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:16-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Thirty-Second Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year B., 32nd Sunday--Widow Stewardship

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Nov 5, 2021

Like the widow in our Gospel today, she is our spiritual mentor standing there on the margins. Not afraid to trust an unknown future to a known God.

On the first day of a Bible study at a suburban parish, the participants introduced themselves and described what ministries they participated in at the church. The group was filled with active, engaged parishioners. There were lectors, singers, pro-life volunteers, and many more. But one ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-44

Denomination: Catholic

Altar Worker Prayer Team Ministry Training - Class 4 Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Apr 5, 2023

The Supernatural Gifts - Continued

C. Anointed to Convey The spiritual manifestation gifts are used to convey the heart of God and operate for His glory, as well as for edification, and to evoke change in the heart of the non-Christian to help bring about repentance and surrender to the Lordship of Jesus Christ. The English word ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16, Leviticus 9:23-24, John 14:12, Zechariah 4:6, Luke 1:17, Psalm 139:23-24, Proverbs 3:5-6, 1 Corinthians 12:7-11, James 5:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Swaddling Clothes

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Oct 18, 2000

Is the gift with the best wrapper, the best gift? Or, is it the gift which carries the most love which is the best gift?

SWADDLING CLOTHES TEXT: Luke 2:7 INTRODUCTION: A. HOW DO YOU EXPECT YOUR GIFTS TO BE WRAPPED? 1. Do you expect them to be wrapped in shiny paper and ribbons? 2. What if you got one wrapped in newspapers? 3. What if you got one wrapped in old rags? B. WHICH IS THE BEST ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7

Stewards Of God�s Grace Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on May 31, 2008

Peter summarizes the 4 basic things for a Christian to do (pray, love one another, hospitality, and using our gifts to serve one another).

Throughout Peter�s letter he has been teaching Christian believers how to live as strangers in this world since we are now citizens of God�s kingdom, heaven. Peter gives God�s wisdom on how we as Christians live in a culture which doesn�t share our values, and is perhaps even opposed to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

The Parable Of The Lost Coin Series

Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Nov 1, 2012

This parable is a story that had a happy ending just like the parable of the lost sheep. Both illustrate the indescribable mercy of God for the lost. In this story, the needy soul is compared with a lost coin.

Ice Breaker: Do you like stories with happy endings? Biblical Reading: Lucas 15:8-10 INTRODUCTION: This parable is a story that had a happy ending just like the parable of the lost sheep. Both illustrate the indescribable mercy of God for the lost. In this story, the needy soul is compared ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:8-10

Denomination: Apostolic