In Sermon Illustrations: "Man Pleasing"

$3 Worth Of God

Contributed by Joe Bertone on Jul 23, 2012

$3 WORTH OF GOD I would like to buy $3 worth of God, please. Not enough to explode my soul or disturb my sleep, but just enough to equal a cup of warm milk or a snooze in the sunshine. I don’t want enough of God to make me love a black man or pick beets with a migrant, I want ecstasy, not ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:16

Tags: Lukewarm, Apathy, Commit

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jean Frederick Oberlin, A Minister In 18th ...

Contributed by Sermon Central on Dec 8, 2005

Jean Frederick Oberlin, a minister in 18th century Germany, was traveling by foot in winter when he was caught in a severe snowstorm. He soon lost his way in the blowing snow and feared he would freeze to death. In despair he sat down, not knowing which way to turn. Just then, a man came along in a ...read more

Tags: Forgiveness General

Jean Frederick Oberlin, A Minister In 18th ...  PRO

Contributed by Sermon Central on Dec 8, 2005

Jean Frederick Oberlin, a minister in 18th century Germany, was traveling by foot in winter when he was caught in a severe snowstorm. He soon lost his way in the blowing snow and feared he would freeze to death. In despair he sat down, not knowing which way to turn. Just then, a man came along in a ...read more

Tags: Forgiveness General

Jean Frederick Oberlin, A Minister In 18th ...

Contributed by Sermon Central on Apr 10, 2006

Jean Frederick Oberlin, a minister in 18th century Germany, was traveling by foot in winter when he was caught in a severe snowstorm. He soon lost his way in the blowing snow and feared he would freeze to death. In despair he sat down, not knowing which way to turn. Just then, a man came along in a ...read more

Tags: What Is Evangelism?

Only In Freedom Can Goodness Occur

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 16, 2013

Only in freedom can man direct himself toward goodness. Our contemporaries make much of this freedom and pursue it eagerly; and rightly to be sure. Often however they foster it perversely as a license for doing whatever pleases them, even if it is evil. For its part, authentic freedom is an ...read more

Tags: Freedom, Character, Sin Bondage To

Denomination: Catholic

The Flesh Is A Built-In Law Of Failure, Making It ...  PRO

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 16, 2002

The flesh is a built-in law of failure, making it impossible for the natural man to please or serve God. It is a compulsive inner force inherited from man’s fall, which expresses itself in general and specific rebellion against God and His righteousness. The flesh can never be reformed or improved. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6

Tags: Faith, Born Again, Disciplines, Dead To Sin, Sanctification, Salvation, Sin, Sin Bondage To, Temptation Resisting, New Life, Rebellion, Renewal, Love Of The Disciples  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Flesh Is A Built-In Law Of Failure, Making It ...

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Aug 9, 2007

The flesh is a built-in law of failure, making it impossible for the natural man to please or serve God. It is a compulsive inner force inherited from man’s fall, which expresses itself in general and specific rebellion against God and His righteousness. The flesh can never be reformed or improved. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Three Dollars Worth Of God  PRO

Contributed by Sermon Central on Jan 12, 2003

THREE DOLLARS WORTH OF GOD I would like to buy $3.00 worth of God, please. Not enough to explode my soul or disturb my sleep, but just enough to equal a cup of warm milk or a snooze in the sunshine. I don’t want enough of Him to make me love a black man or pick beets with a migrant. I want ...read more

Three Dollars Worth Of God

Contributed by John Price on Jan 17, 2007

THREE DOLLARS WORTH OF GOD Tim Hansel once said in His book “ When I relax I feel guilty” I would like to buy $3.00 worth of God, please. Not enough to explode my soul or disturb my sleep, but just enough to equal a cup of warm milk or a snooze in the sunshine. I don’t want enough of Him to make ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Trying To Help  PRO

Contributed by Brent Long on Mar 20, 2011

TRYING TO HELP An older man approached a young stranger in the post office and asked, "Sir, would you address this postcard and write a short note for me? I have such a difficult time writing these days." The younger man gladly did so, and when he was finished, he asked the older gentleman, ...read more

Tags: Complaining

Denomination: Apostolic

What Are We Voting For?

Contributed by Dan Thompkins on Jan 11, 2008

WHAT ARE WE VOTING FOR? A parishioner had dozed off to sleep during the morning service. “Will all who want to go to heaven, please stand?” the pastor asked.” – All stood, except the sleeping parishioner. After they sat, the pastor continued, “Well, will all who want to go to the other place ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:29-30, Mark 9:43-48

Tags: Death, Heaven, Salvation

Denomination: Pentecostal

I'm Sorry…and Congratulations

Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 19, 2011

I'M SORRY...AND CONGRATULATIONS After breaking up with his fiancée, a young man realized the error of his ways when he wrote: "Dearest Marie, No words could ever express the great unhappiness I’ve felt since breaking our engagement. Please say you'll take me back. No one could ever take your place ...read more

Tags: Romantic Love

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Undefiled Mouth

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Aug 11, 2008

"Undefiled Mouth" The Holy Spirit illuminated child of God knows that he has received mercy from God, therefore he wants to make Biblical sacrifices that are pleasing to God. Romans 12:1-2 gives clear instructions on how to be a living sacrifice unto the Lord. "Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Tags: Holiness

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Just Watch!  PRO

Contributed by Sermon Central on Aug 29, 2012

JUST WATCH! A young boy looked up at his grandfather and wondered aloud, "Grandpa, how do you live for Jesus?" The respected grandfather stooped down and quietly told the boy, "Just watch." As the years went by the grandfather was an example to the boy of how to follow Jesus. He stayed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:14-17

Tags: Father's Day

An Army Chaplain Was Visiting Wounded Soldiers ...  PRO

Contributed by Charles R. Swindoll on Nov 1, 2004

An army chaplain was visiting wounded soldiers in the hospital. The chaplain offered to read some Bible passages to one young soldier. But the soldier said, "I’m cold," so the chaplain wrapped his own coat around the young man. Next, the soldier asked for something to drink. The chaplain propped up ...read more

Tags: Faith

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An English Preacher Named Watkinson Was Out On A ...  PRO

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Aug 31, 2007

An English preacher named Watkinson was out on a beach with his little grandson. An elderly man came along. They spoke and the elderly man began to lash out at the preacher ... using terrible language. It frightened the little boy. Another man came along behind the disgruntled older man and said, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

I Remember Saying This Very Clearly As A Young ...

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Sep 10, 2009

I remember saying this very clearly as a young man “Well God I’m pleased that I have Jesus in my life but I’d like to try it on my own before I really give my whole life over, and this was even after publicly declaring Jesus as my Lord and saviour. How thick I was, you see even Kings who have ...read more

Tags: Truth, Trust God

Denomination: Salvation Army

Confession  PRO

Contributed by Joel Sumagaysay on Mar 5, 2013

CONFESSION A dying man said to his wife, "I am about to die but before I die I would like to confess to you that I am not faithful to you as a husband. I have lots of women in my life. Please forgive me." The ...read more

Tags: Adultery

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Night Kiss  PRO

Contributed by Sermon Central on Jan 20, 2003

THE GOOD NIGHT KISS At the end of their first date, a young man takes the girl back to her home. Emboldened by the night, he decides to try for that important first kiss. With an air of confidence, he leans with his hand against the wall and, smiling, he says to her, "Darling, how ’bout a good ...read more

Tags: Romantic Love

It's Aweful When You Do Not Know Something Is ...  PRO

Contributed by Rick Doucette on Apr 18, 2007

It’s aweful when you do not know something is happening! At the end of their first date, a young man takes the young lady back to her house and they are standing on the front porch! Feeling the night went well, with an air of confidence, he leans with his hand against the wall and smiling, he says ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel