Sermons on A Fool Dieth:

Using God

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Sep 11, 2022

Today’s message is taken from the life of King Jeroboam. Jeroboam deliberately modified and changed God’s commandments to suit his purposes. Jeroboam didn’t cease being religious nor believing in God; rather he was using God to suit his own purposes.

Using God 1 Kings 14:1-6 Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iBOsnQH5bDE This story on the life of King Jeroboam is one that no one should ignore. In fact, it’s impossible to understand the history of the Jewish people and the nation of Israel without knowing it, and that’s because every king ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 14:1-6

Denomination: Foursquare

Two Kinds Of Appearances

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 27, 2021

For many today, life is all about appearances. We live in an age where people want to APPEAR one way but the reality is the opposite of their appearance.

Illus: During the Oscars in Hollywood in 2004, the actors and actresses tried to give the impression that they cared about poverty. Listen, if they really cared about the poor as they pretend to care, instead of buying those dresses that some of the actresses paid hundreds of thousands of dollars ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Be Wise About Your Tongue Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 3, 2024

One of the primary issues addressed in Proverbs is the use of our tongues. In this sermon, we explore the wrong and right uses of the tongue, and discuss how to control the tongue.

Introduction: A. The story is told about an ancient philosopher named Xanthus who told his servant to go to the market and find the very best thing available to cook for a special dinner for his friends. 1. The philosopher and his guests sat down for the dinner and were treated to four courses of ...read more

Scripture: James 3:2-10, Proverbs 18:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Two Kinds Of Appearances

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 25, 2022

For many today, life is all about appearances. We live in an age where people want to APPEAR one way but the reality is the opposite of their appearance.

Illus: During the Oscars in Hollywood in 2004, the actors and actresses tried to give the impression that they cared about poverty. Listen, if they really cared about the poor as they pretend to care, instead of buying those dresses that some of the actresses paid hundreds of thousands of dollars ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Wealth And The Fate Of The Wicked Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 17, 2025

Psalm 49:1-20 teaches us how to live in light of the certainty of death, particularly in a world consumed by wealth.

Introduction “What is the most significant problem that faces each person in the world?” This is the question that I typed into Microsoft’s Copilot. Here is Copilot’s answer: “Great question, Freddy. While many global challenges affect humanity, the most significant problem that faces each ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 49:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

We Are Not Minimalists Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Feb 17, 2025

Jesus gives six examples to demonstrate how a “righteousness that surpasses the Pharisees and teachers of the law” is a righteousness that avoids minimalism.

You can listen to this sermon at https://npbc.org.au/podcasts/media Matthew 5:17-48 “We Are Not Minimalists” There is a group of people in the Bible known as the Pharisees. If you have been a Christian for a while you would know that Jesus didn’t have a lot of good things to say about the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-48

Denomination: Baptist

23. Abigail: Wisdom That Averts Wrath Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Sep 3, 2025

If you’ve ever been moments away from making a disastrous decision, then you understand the power of a timely word of wisdom. In 1 Samuel 25, David's anger burns hot. Abigail's wisdom saves David’s testimony and future kingship would have been stained by needless bloodshed.

Abigail: Wisdom that Avert Wrath September 3, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 1 Samuel 25 Introduction If you’ve ever been moments away from making a disastrous decision, then you understand the power of a timely word of wisdom. Proverbs 25:28 says, “A man without ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Survivor: Dealing With Conflict On Your Team Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Feb 5, 2001

Part One of Three Part Survivor Series on dealing with conflict. Several Illustrations and points came from a sermon or sermons on Conflict by Blaine Fairchild on Sermon Central.

Dealing With Conflict If you watched Survivor this last Sunday night you know that there was some conflict on the team that lost the first contest. As a result Debb was kicked off the team. In her view she was one of the best prepared people involved. She had prepared extensively and knew (at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Show Me Your Faith

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 16, 2003

faith without works is dead

James 2:19-26 Show Me Your Faith. I once heard a pastor say, “If you were on trial for being a Christian, would there be enough evidence to convict you?” I believe that it was Augustine who said, “Faith alone saves, but the faith that saves is never alone.” Good works do not save, we are saved ...read more

Scripture: James 2:19-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Wants You Rich?

Contributed by Don Spooner on May 9, 2002

A balanced view of scripture concerning giving and receiving.

Let me make it clear. I have nothing against success or riches. I believe in tithing and giving to God’s work. I believe that God loves a cheerful giver and that you cannot outgive Him. My wife and I are not rich, but we’re not hurting either. God blessed us with jobs. He also gave us the drive ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:9-10, Galatians 3:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Halloween: Should We Participate Or Not?

Contributed by James Bryant on Oct 22, 2002

Many Christians have reservations over this question. What does THE-BOOK say?

HALLOWEEN SHOULD WE PARTICIPATE OR NOT Ephesians 5:11 (11) And have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather reprove them. As the 31st of this month of October 2002 fast approaches, many Christians are asking themselves the same question. Should we participate in Halloween ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:11

Denomination: Baptist

Forgive One Another

Contributed by Ray Scott on Jul 1, 2003

Jesus teaches us to forgive others on the basis of His forgiveness ... out of grace & mercy ... not because they deserve it.

“Forgive One Another” INTRODUCTION: Ephesians 4:31-32 Ephesians 4:31 - Last Sunday we looked at “bitterness” … WHY we are bitter … WHAT bitterness looks like … HOW to overcome bitterness. TODAY we will look at one of the CAUSES of BITTERNESS. If we want to AVOID bitterness, it is essential ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35, Ephesians 4:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Three C's Of Salvation - Part 2 Confession Series

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Oct 15, 2003

Easy believism has permeated our churches. We moved away from talking about three C’s of salvation in an attempt to avoid negativity. True Biblical salvation consists of conviction, confession, and conversion.

THE THREE C’S OF SALVATION PART 2 - CONFESSION Romans 10:8-13 INTRODUCTION: We have stated that the biblical formula for salvation is conviction plus confession plus conversion equals salvation. Simply put the design of true salvation consists of conviction leading to confession followed by ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

Relationships–all In The Family Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jun 15, 2002

God has a plan for our family relationships. Let’s discover God’s plan using the acrostic F.A.M.I.L.Y.

An old saying that hold a lot of truth goes: “You can choose your friends, but you can’t choose your family.” God gave you your parents–your brothers or sisters; God gave you your children, and God has no exchange policy. Your family is yours for life. God has created or designed man to share ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:18-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Integrity: Walk The Talk

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Dec 15, 2001

Biblical discussion on topic of integrity

Integrity: Walk the Talk I John 2:6 Dec. 2001 Integrity is tough to find these days. Osama Bin Laden says he is innocent, and now we have video evidence that he was indeed behind the Sept.11 attacks. The new Notre Dame football coach who was just hired, worked all of five days, and is now out of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:6

Denomination: Evangelical Free