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  • Dennis King avatar

    Heaven's Treasures Series

    Contributed by Dennis King on Jun 21, 2022
     | 2,190 views

    The Lord is not against us gathering up some savings, or fill our closet with a few dresses and suits. But our faith and trust should be be rooted in something other than worldly possessions.

    Jesus taught about good works and giving. “Be careful! When you do something good, don’t do it in front of others so that they will see you. If you do that, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven. “When you give to those who are poor, don’t announce that you are giving. Don’t be like ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unwrapping God's Gifts Series

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 29, 2022
     | 1,798 views

    If you aren’t actively seeking out or using your gifts to build up the body of Christ, why not? It’s why you were made.

    I love bumper-sticker theology. And one of my favorites is, “Life is hard try reading the instructions.” Those of you who have assembled toys or furniture may have discovered this principle the hard way. I’ve neglected to count the parts. I’ve put things together upside down and backwards. When I ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Tragedy Of A Wasted Life

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Mar 25, 2021
     | 3,908 views

    Every one of us are blessed beyond measure if we have a relationship with Jesus Christ. We have accepted the invitation that He has given. Why waste what God has so graciously given?

    Last Monday night during the football game, I heard this statement, “It is a tragedy to waste a mind.” How true it is, but greater still, “To waste a whole life.” 1. In verse 8, the words, “vexed his righteous soul from day to day. Vexed means to disturb, provoke, trouble, irritation, and great ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Spirit As Gift Giver Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Feb 3, 2025
     | 731 views

    The Holy Spirit has gifted every Christian with at least one spiritual gift and it is our honor and duty to use our gift to advance God's kingdom, strengthen the body of Christ, and serve a hurting world.

    Introduction: A. The story is told about a young schoolboy who was trying out for a part in the school play. 1. His mother knew that he had set his heart on getting a part, but she was afraid that he would not be given a part in the play. 2. On the day the parts were awarded, she drove to school to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Take A Chance

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Nov 16, 2023
     | 1,020 views

    Our parable today encourages each of us to take a chance two of the talents given each f those went and gained because they used their talents. As a result, they did something where the one who hid his talent had no gains excepts lost.

    Matthew 25:14-30 “Take A Chance” 1. The Bible tells us Once again the parable is representing the end time, end of life, the end ends with judgment for all people. • The Kingdom of Heaven is likened to a man or master who set out on a journey • He called His slave sin one he gave 5 talent, one ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    What Are You Doing For God? Series

    Contributed by Daniel Bauder on Jul 1, 2007
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     | 12,084 views

    This the second message dealing with stewarship of our time and talents.

    WHAT ARE YOU DOING FOR GOD? Acts 3:1-10 Adapted from a message by Mike Fogerson July 1st, 2007 Broadway Baptist Church Rev Dan Bauder INTRODUCTION Today we are continuing our series on Stewardship by looking at the truths found in our text and the life of a well known 19th century evangelist. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stewardship: Lesson 3

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 14, 2008
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    Stewardship is properly managing my time, talent and treasure.

    Pastor’s Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church Dr. Elmer L. Towns Stewardship Lesson 3: Learning to Manage Your Life April 13, 2008 Definition: Stewardship is properly managing my time, talent and treasure. A. WHAT HAS GOD GIVEN ME? “Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift” (II Cor. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dead Sea Giving Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 17, 2013
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     | 10,895 views

    A series looking at giving of our time, talents and money

    Dead Sea Giving 2 Corinthians 8:7-9 April 7, 2013 The Dead Sea is called the Dead Sea for a reason: it's dead. This is because of its salt content. It is the saltiest body of water on the planet, nine times saltier than the ocean. It is so salty that no fish can live in it. It is so salty ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Approaching Stewardship Series

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Jul 4, 2015
     | 3,495 views

    Introlduction to this concept using the parable of the talents and other scriptures

    Approaching Stewardship Pastor Eric J. Hanson August 31st, 2014 What is Stewardship Which Honors God? Let’s define some terms and frame an understanding now. Steward: one who manages property belonging to another Stewardship: the office (the function) of performing management “Let ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Neglected Gifts

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 30, 2016
     | 4,867 views

    God offers each of us some amazing gifts: how many of them do we open, utilize, and appreciate?

    Neglected Gifts Christmas Thwarted Plans Series (2 Corinthians 9:15) 1. Most of us look forward to giving and receiving Christmas gifts. 2. For Millennia, people of many cultures celebrated festive times by giving and receiving gifts. So it was natural that, when Christians starting celebrating ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Unleashing Your Potential For Increase Series

    Contributed by Bishop Emma Omon on Mar 29, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 22,961 views

    God's plan for you is Increase! Drawing lessons from the Parable of Talents, this teaching will guide you on how to unleash your God-given talents and resources for increase.

    UNLEASHING YOUR POTENTIAL FOR INCREASE “Most assuredly, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the ground and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it produces much grain” – John 12:24. The potential of a grain of wheat to produce and multiply is released when the ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023
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     | 1,557 views

    This sermon encourages believers to rely on Christ, utilize His divine provisions, and honor Him through virtuous living for a fruitful Christian journey.

    Ladies and gentlemen, dear brothers and sisters in Christ, I welcome you all with the warmest of hearts and the deepest of joy. We gather here today, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the grand narrative of God's love. We are here to seek, to learn, to grow, and to encourage one ...read more

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  • Bruce Willis avatar

    Some Exhortation About Spiritual Gifts Series

    Contributed by Bruce Willis on Feb 6, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,540 views

    This sermon is the ninth in a series of ten on Motivational Spiritual Gifts which contrast a natural talent with a spiritual gift.

    I’m not sure that we’ve come spiritually alive yet to the Spiritual Gifts I’ve been preaching about for the past few weeks. So today I want to share with you “Some Exhortation About Spiritual Gifts.” My intent is to explain a couple more things about spiritual gifts and to exhort as well as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    So What Do You Expect

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 23, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,591 views

    This Sermon deals with using our talents for God’s glory.

    So What Do You Expect 12/10/95 Talent Day Numbers 32:48-52 James 4:13-17 Text Matt. 25:14-30 We are in the second week of the season of Advent. Part of the theme of advent, deals with the expectation that the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Do It With Thy Might

    Contributed by Robert Simmons on Oct 1, 2002
    based on 87 ratings
     | 17,661 views

    Challenge to the congregation to give God the best of your talents and labor.

    There was a young boy who was the son of a drifter. This boy worked as a store clerk for a while, but the store failed. He bought a partnership in another store, but it failed also. He ran for legislature and lost both times. He ran for vice-president and lost. He became the 16th President of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God