Topical: The Idol of $$$ 1 Timothy 6:6-10 October 18, 2009 Main Point(s) of sermon: · Money is one of the biggest idols in our lives. · The desire to be rich (for its own sake) is a sin. · Giving is a spiritual discipline just like prayer or Bible reading. · Giving is a vital investment in the work of…

Seven Sirens (7 Deadly Sins) How the ancient Deadlies continue to tempt today. Randy Rowland As a boating enthusiast, I enjoy sea stories. One ancient tale of the sea is that of the mysterious creatures known as sirens, those mythological creatures that appeared to sailors. In the distance sirens looked…

2 Corinthians 9:7 “Each one must do just as he has purposed in his heart, not grudgingly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” (NASB) Jordan and Lindy Schwieger have written a new entitled “Everything Men Knew About Taking Care of Themselves Before Women Came Along.” All 96 pages are…

Intro Growing up, my brother and I were pretty typical little boys. We both required behavior modification from time to time. I never did a lot, because I always got caught and most of the time, I learned from those mistakes. Door Bell ringing… Yelling at people in cars throwing stuff at cars As we grow…

Introduction: My name is Adam, I’m the preaching pastor here at Abide Church Next week will continue series on Exodus. Let’s pray: Heavenly Father, I thank you for a new day and a new year. God, you are great and sovereign over all things. We give this year to you and trust your goodness. We praise you…

The M word. The T word. What does God think of the M word--Money? What about the T word--Tithing? How did the early church view tithing? Is tithing a requirement for Christians today? What is your opinion about giving? About tithing? In the message today, the Grace United crew tackles the issue near and dear to all of our hearts--money, and how to glorify God with it. NOTE: There are a few technical difficulties in the the recording and production of the message, so utilize the message notes as you are able.

Introduction: My name is Adam, I’m the pastor here at Abide Church Next week will continue our meta series in the “Sermon on the Mount” but will be starting a new Mini Series titled: Jesus and the Law. [slide] Questions: Text: (509) 440-2259 [slide] 3 Aspects to Giving Motivation Perspective Timing I…

Acts 5:1-11- Acts Sermon Series

Text: Matthew 6:19–34 (ESV) — 19 “Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, 20 but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. 21 For where your treasure…

The M word. The T word. What are these words? What does God think of Money? What was, and is Tithing all about? How did the early church view tithing? Is tithing a requirement for Christians today? What is your opinion about giving/the tithe? What is your opinion based on? In the message today, the Grace United crew tackles the issue of giving and especially giving. Take a listen.

In the first of this 2 part series Pastor Peter teaches us about all the various kinds of battles we will face in our lives. In part 2 of this series we'll learn about how we are able to tackle the battles and be victorious.

Pastor Cooper explores 5 habits every Christian should practice: Reading, Praying, Fellowshiping, Serving, Giving.