Each of our lives are like a small drop of water in the vast ocean of time. The question is, how far will the drop of our lives ripple out through time? Passages used in the sermon: Ephesians 5:15-17 Matthew 6:1-4 Hebrews 10:24-25 Matthew 5:14-16
Akigawa Baptist Church
Sermons on Giving
When it comes to giving, what should we as Christians give? Why should we give? What is the purpose of our giving? We will look at these important questions as it relates to seeing the grace of God flowing through us. Passages used in the sermon: Matthew 6:19-21 Leviticus 27:30 Proverbs 3:9 Matthew 23:23 Acts…
Why do we find it so easy to pursue the temporary treasures of this world? What can we do to desire heavenly treasures more earnestly? Both of these questions are answered by this principle: the heart follows the treasure. Passages used in the sermon: Matthew 6:19-21 Ecclesiastes 5:10-15 Ecclesiastes 2:10 1 Timothy 6:17-19
What is the purpose of the things I have? There is an interesting Biblical truth concerning our possessions that, the more we grasp, the more abundant joy we will be given. Passages used in the Sermon: 1 Peter 1:18-19 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 Psalms 24:1-2 Deuteronomy 8:11-13, 17-18 Psalms 50:7-10 Psalms 50:14-15,23 2 Corinthians 8:1-2, 6
How do I know if what I’m spending my time, energy, money, and skills on are going to last? Jesus gives us a very simple truth to help us keep our focus on investing in lasting treasures. Passages used in the sermon: Matthew 6:19-21 Proverbs 23:4-5 Romans 8:17-18 2 Corinthians 4:17-18 Matthew 19:28-29 Matthew 19:21
What would you do if you found buried treasure? The story of a man who discovered buried treasure helps us to get a better perspective of eternal treasure. Passages in the Sermon: Matthew 13:44 James 5:7-8 Matthew 6:19-21
