Sermons on Ambition:

Parables Of The Kingdom – The First - The Sower Or Rather The Soil – Part 6 Of 7 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 1, 2025

Parts 5 and 6 go together but had to be split. Here we look at the results of harvest 100-60-30, contention in churches, and gospel preaching. The parable of the sower is a remarkable one and we are seeing this as we go. We look at how the parable of the talents are related.

PARABLES OF THE KINGDOM – THE FIRST - THE SOWER OR RATHER THE SOIL – Part 6 of 7 This next message continues from the previous one. We begin by looking at why some seed produced 100, some 60, some 30. [[EXAMINING THE HARVEST RATES FROM THE SOWING]] One very primary application of this parable ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14, Matthew 13:8, Matthew 13:23, Mark 4:8, Mark 4:20, Luke 8:8, Luke 8:15, Isaiah 32:11-13, 1 Corinthians 12:14-20, 1 Kings 19:19, Isaiah 28:23-29, Matthew 25:14-18, Matthew 13:3-9, Matthew 13:18-23, Matthew 25:21, Matthew 25:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"A Proper Perspective"

Contributed by Mark Hensley on Oct 31, 2002

We need a “Proper Perspective” about what matters most in life and the Apostle Paul will instruct us today about what God expects. When we know that, when we live like that we can look back on our lives with a sense of real accomplishment!

Southern Hills Baptist Church November 3rd 2002 Philippians 2:3-4 “A proper motivation” By Pastor Mark Hensley 3Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves. 4Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

“i Am The Greatest” Mark 9:33-37

Contributed by James Lee on Nov 21, 2013

The disciples, on more than one occasion, argued over who should hold the highest position in the kingdom. Their desire was for recognition and honor in an earthly kingdom. Jesus had to refocus their thinking and I believe the same refocusing is needed by many today.

The disciples, on more than one occasion, argued over who should hold the highest position in the kingdom. Their desire was for recognition and honor in an earthly kingdom. Jesus had to refocus their thinking and I believe the same refocusing is needed by many today. We all have the same needs ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:33-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Big Surprise

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 5, 2021

This Easter message focuses on the DISRUPTION that Jesus's presence brought into the lives of the selfish priests and Pharisees at His first Advent, their response to the disruption (murdering Jesus), and the SURPRISE Jesus's resurrection was to them and even to the disciples.

Today we celebrate the greatest event in the history of mankind: the resurrection of Christ. Nothing has ever happened that influences the destiny of mankind like that one event. Alexander’s defeat of the Persians changed the course of Western civilization. It was a significant turning point in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:34-36, John 3:16, Revelation 1:18, John 20:15, John 2:12-25, Matthew 27:62-66, Mark 8:34-37, John 11:47-48, Matthew 23:27, 1 Corinthians 15:1-58, 2 Corinthians 2:14, Acts 1:11, Matthew 28:1-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Pruning Our Hearts

Contributed by Hiram Withers on Dec 30, 2018

There are things that need to be trimmed in all of our lives, God will prune these things so that we can be fruitful.

Charles Spurgeon when preaching on Psalm 131said this, “Psalm 131is one of the shortest psalms to read but one of the longest to learn.” This is a ‘slam that calls us to resist the temptation to be prideful, it calls us to push against our arrogant ambitions. This is hard as it is in direct ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-3

Humility Series

Contributed by Jacob Brimm on Apr 21, 2021

if you want to live out the mind of Christ in your home, office, relationship, LIFE – then you must adopt the humble attitude that Christ had.

Mind of Christ – Humility We learned that the Mind of Christ is actually an attitude. Philippians 2:5 That we need to adopt the same attitude as JESUS, and that the attitude was 3 fold. 1. Unity 2. Humility 3. Selflessness Last time we discussed the 3 aspects of Unity • Affection, Spirit, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1, Philippians 2:3, Philippians 2:5

Denomination: Baptist

How To Tell A Horse From A Cow Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 13, 2018

Christians need to be of one mind and one love. But too often we're so focused on ourselves that we can't reach that goal. So how do we change our self-centered way of thinking?

OPENING: A city boy had never been on a farm before and he asked a farmer: “Mister, why doesn’t this cow have any horns?” The farmer cocked his head for a moment, then began in a patient tone, “Well, cattle can do a powerful lot of damage with their horns. Sometimes we keep ’em trimmed down with a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ambitious To Please God Series

Contributed by Rod Macarthur on Mar 22, 2002

This lesson draws our attention to the focus and passion with which we strive to please God. 2nd in "Pleasing God" series.

Ambitiously Pleasing Him Text: 2 Cor. 5:9 “…have as our ambition…” Theme: To emulate Jesus and Paul in pleasing God. Introduction: What do you think of an “ambitious man”? 1) one with an agenda to promote himself? 2) one who is eager to get on with it? 3) one who undertakes monumental ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Heart Of Leadership Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 30, 2024

This is the 8th Sermon in the Series from the Book of Judges, "Spiritual Decay".

Series: Spiritual Decay [#8] THE HEART OF LEADERSHIP Judges 9:1-57 Introduction: Leadership is a calling that demands more than just charisma or authority; it requires a deep understanding of what true leadership embodies. The story of Abimelech in Judges 9 serves as a poignant reminder of the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 9:1-57

Denomination: Baptist

This Is What My Peaceful Doves Have Taught Me – Will I Heed The Lessons? Part 1 Of 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 29, 2022

Nature is a great teacher and the creation is full of meaning. In studying the behaviour of small doves, I have gained an insight into their habits and lives. There are lessons we can learn from them. These lessons are given in two Parts.

THIS IS WHAT MY PEACEFUL DOVES HAVE TAUGHT ME – WILL I HEED THE LESSONS? PART 1 OF 2 This was presented to a group but equally could be a sermon. INTRODUCTION God’s creation is so wonderful and the life forms so diverse that no one in a lifetime could ever touch on more than a tiny section of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16, 2 Timothy 3:6, Matthew 6:25-26, Deuteronomy 4:7, James 4:1-3, Galatians 2:4, 2 Thessalonians 2:15, 1 Corinthians 16:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Language Confusion And Destiny Diversion Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 10, 2026

This message teaches that God can divert destiny and purpose when pride, self-exaltation, or disobedience leads to misaligned unity, showing the importance of submission to His will.

LANGUAGE CONFUSION AND DESTINY DIVERSION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 11:1-9 Key Verse: “So the LORD scattered them abroad from thence upon the face of all the earth: and they left off to build the city.” (Genesis 11:8) Supporting Texts: Proverbs 16:9; James 4:6; Isaiah 30:21; ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Where Christ Is Not Known

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jun 4, 2025

A pastor walked into room filled with people and asked the question: How many of you here are NOT Christians? That is a very important basis question.

Where Christ is Not Known “It has always been my ambition to preach the gospel where Christ was not known, so that I would not be building on someone else's foundation.” Romans 15:14-20 I myself am convinced, my brothers and sisters, that you yourselves are full of goodness, filled with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:14-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Will Is Greener On The Other Side Of The Fence Series

Contributed by Jeremy James on Nov 21, 2004

We must learn contentment wherever God places us.

Today I am beginning a series which I have entitled. The Gospel According to Bruce Over the next 5 weeks the messages will contain video clips from the movie Bruce Almighty. For those of you who haven’t seen the movie, the story line goes like this. Bruce is a fluff news reporter for the local ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Methodist

Because He Lives

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 26, 2001

In this message we will discuss the three greatest events in all of human history.

1 Corinthians 15:1-15:8 Because He Lives!!! I’d like to start this message off with a question; What’s your ambition in life? Now, maybe it would be a good idea to define the word ambition in order to help you answer that question. Webster’s 9th New Collegiate Dictionary defines it this way; ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Strikes At His Purpose Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Apr 21, 2003

3rd in a three part series on the three occassions Jesus spoke about His death on the way to Jerusalem

JESUS STRIKES AT HIS PURPOSE MARK 10:32-45 OPENING ILLUSTRATION: One of golf’s immortal moments came when a Scotchman demonstrated the new game to President Ulysses Grant. Carefully placing the ball on the tee, he took a mighty swing. The club hit the turf and scattered dirt all over the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-35

Denomination: Baptist