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  • Jim Butcher avatar

    The False Security That Our Wealth Brings Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 12, 2020
     | 2,584 views

    God thunders His displeasure with the wealthy. How can we find our security in God instead of money?

    A GATED COMMUNITY: Money can bring a false sense of security. - Amos 3:15. - Some aspects: a. We use it separate ourselves. - You see this physically in the way in most places neighborhoods are divided by income. We’ve reached a certain level and so we don’t have to hang out with those from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Wise People Build Wealth Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jul 2, 2021
     | 2,488 views

    The book of Proverbs is Principles from Heaven for Life on Earth. And God gives us some amazing counsel inside the pages of Proverbs on how to handle our money. Money is such a powerful issue in our lives that we must address it.

    On January 19, 1901, few knew the future of the Texas economy was about to experience a seismic shift forward. In a matter of days, the oil geyser in little Beaumont, Texas, called Spindletop, produced more oil than the rest of the world’s oil wells – combined. In fact, everything that runs on oil ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Christ, Not Wealth, Our Strength

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 1, 2022
     | 1,052 views

    Jesus helps us understand our situation with money even better.

    Saturday of the 31st Week in Course St. Paul founded most of the churches in Macedonia during his many months serving in that area, but the one at Philippi was perhaps his favorite. In the letter we have been hearing proclaimed these days, we see proof of his fondness for those good Christians. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    Distribution Of God's Wealth Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 13, 2019
     | 3,719 views

    This is the 9th sermon in the "Accounting" series from the Book of Ephesians.

    Series: Accounting [#9] DISTRIBUTION OF GOD’S WEALTH Ephesians 3:1-13 Introduction: Ephesians 3 begins a new division in Ephesians. Paul starts the chapter with the phrase, “For this reason” or for this purpose. Paul is showing God’s eternal purpose for believers in every generation. Through ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Warning Against The Perils Of Wealth And Greed Series

    Contributed by Adam Laible on May 17, 2023
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     | 1,377 views

    James 5:1. In this verse, James offers us a stern warning about the dangers of wealth and the relentless pursuit of material possessions. It is a timeless message that resonates with us even in the present day, as we navigate a world consumed by greed and materialism.

    I. The Corrosive Nature of Wealth (James 5:1-3) James begins by addressing those who are rich, cautioning them against the potential pitfalls that come with material abundance. He reminds them that wealth can have a corrosive effect on the human soul, leading to arrogance, selfishness, and a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    'wealth & Poverty'

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 14, 2024
     | 1,114 views

    'Wealth & Poverty' (selected Proverbs) - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Wealth & Poverty Reading: Proverbs 10:4, 10:15, 10:22, 13:8, 18:11, 18:23, 19:4, 21:6, 30:8-9 Quote: • I like what Earl Wilson said: • “There ought to be a better way of starting the day than having to get up.” • Reminds me of the story of the teenage boy, • Who was so lazy that he ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Use Your Worldly Wealth Wisely

    Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Aug 29, 2025
     | 276 views

    The parable of the dishonest manager leaves us with many unanswered questions. Why did Jesus use the “creative accounting” done by a cheater as the basis for a lesson on managing money and material wealth?

    Dynamite. The airplane. Television. The Internet. Those are just a few examples of things that mankind has invented that have been used for good and for evil. Dynamite has allowed people to accomplish great tasks in building, mining, and demolition. Sadly it has also been used as a tool for ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    A Christians Checkbook- Steward Of Gods Wealth Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 21, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 10,144 views

    This is the 172nd sermon in the series Action". This is the 9th sermon from Ephesians.

    Series: Action [#172] A CHRISTIAN’S CHECKBOOK- STEWARDS OF GOD’S WEALTH Ephesians 3:1-13 Introduction: Ephesians 3 begins a new division in Ephesians. Paul starts the chapter with the phrase, “For this reason” or for this purpose. Paul is showing God’s eternal purpose for believers in every ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wealth Doesn't Guarantee Heaven SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
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     | 913 views

    Jesus, through the Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus, illustrates that wealth does not equate to righteousness. The rich man, despite having worldly possessions, lacked what was necessary for entry into heaven.

    Today, we will explore the Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus, as told by Jesus. This parable serves to remind us that being wealthy does not equate to being righteous. The rich man in the story had everything he desired, but he lacked what was necessary for eternal salvation. In the parable, ...read more

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    Claiming Your Divine Health And Wealth SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,206 views

    As a child of God, you have the right to be healthy in body, soul, and spirit. It's crucial to claim what belongs to you, otherwise, the enemy may steal or rob you of your divine inheritance.

    Today, we will explore the topic of possessing our inheritance in Christ. As children of God, we have certain rights and blessings that are available to us. However, it is important for us to understand and claim these blessings, lest the enemy steals or robs us of our rightful inheritance. ...read more

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    Recognizing (And Recovering From) Spiritual Abuse

    Contributed by Jim Miller on May 18, 2003
    based on 71 ratings
     | 10,917 views

    Spiritually abused Christians and spiritual abusers are more prevalent than you may think. This sermon identifies spiritual abuse and offers some remedies.

    INTRODUCTION I am a victim of spiritual abuse. And, chances are, if you have been a member of a church or religious organization for any length of time, you are too. Spiritual abuse surfaces in an assortment of forms: sometimes in-your-face flagrant; other times behind-your-back subtle. It emerges ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Perils Of Abuse Of Power As Convicted By The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,615 views

    1. The Holy Spirit convicts leaders of the perils involved with abusing their power.

    1. The Holy Spirit convicts leaders of the perils involved with abusing their power. Jesus said, "The Counselor, I will send him to you. When he comes, he will convict the world of guilt in regard to sin and righteousness and judgment." (John 16:7,8) Ask the Lord to help respond to the Spirit’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How The Holy Spirit Convicts Abusers Of Power

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 52 ratings
     | 3,722 views

    How to not be overcome by power abusers but to overcome with God’s goodness, love and truth

    How the Holy Spirit Convicts Abusers of Power Illustration:In The Christian Leader, Don Ratzlaff retells a story Vernon Grounds came across in Ernest Gordon’s Miracle on the River Kwai. The Scottish soldiers, forced by their Japanese captors to labor on a jungle railroad, had degenerated to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Christians Are Abnormal In How They Related To Enemies And Abuse Series

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Aug 17, 2012
     | 3,937 views

    Continuing series on the Sermon on the Mount- Christians are Abnormal - Looks at a Christian response to abuse and insult.

    CHRISTIANS ARE ABNORMAL IN HOW THEY RELATE TO ENEMIES AND ABUSE Matthew 5:38-48 April 15, 2012 Before I address our topic for this morning, I want to confess that what the Bible says is not always easy to do and I have on occasion struggled in this very area myself. Several years ago a person ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    El Roi- When You Are Used Or Abused Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 16, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,016 views

    This is the 6th sermon in the series "Knowing God".

    Series: Knowing God [#6] EL ROI- WHEN YOU ARE USED OR ABUSED Genesis 16:13 Introduction: So far in our study, we have come to know God as Elohim, Jehovah, and El Elyon, and Adonai. Through these 4 names we have seen that God not only creates but has a special relationship with human beings. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist