Sermons
Free Sermons and Sermon Outlines for Preaching :

Sermons on Avoiding Worldly Pursuits:

showing 7,636-7,650 of 48,868
Filter Results
Close Filters

Scripture

Rating

Date

Denominations

  • Show more

Language

Structure

Sermon Type

Audience

  • Try PRO

    Confident Preaching

    Try PRO free and preach with confidence when people need it most.
    Free to start now
  • Principles Of Judgement Of God Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Feb 22, 2022
     | 2,528 views

    Life is short and opportunities are more. However, the acts and deeds are going to make us to stand before the judgement of God. The Principles are laid down by God.

    Romans 2:1-16 Principles of God’s judgment day Paul here mentions judgment day. The justice of God is based on the lights revealed to men of every generation. Paul talks that the Judgment is certain, Judgment is the last act of God on the universe, and it will be a righteous act. Hence, no one ...read more

  • Ruthlessly Aggressive

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 5, 2016
     | 4,035 views

    Sometimes you got to be ruthlessly aggressive in what you want to do! Focus has to be sharp like the eyes of an eagle! Undivided attention!

    Ruthlessly aggressive! 1 Samuel 17:29”But David said, "What have I done now? Was it not just a question?" 30 Then he turned away from him to another and said the same thing…” Sometimes you got to be ruthlessly aggressive in what you want to do! Focus has to be sharp like the ...read more

  • No Ifs ,ands, Or Buts

    Contributed by Thomas Bell on May 17, 2020
     | 3,291 views

    a small two letter word with conditions attached

    IFS, ANDS, OR BUTS John 14: 15-17 “If you love me, keep my commands. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Counselor to help you and be with you forever— the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives ...read more

  • Quit Monkeying Around And Be A Real Ape Series

    Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Jun 10, 2019
     | 1,688 views

    This is a fun little sermon with a seriously big message.

    Quit Monkeying Around And Be A Real Ape Ephesians 4:25 – 5:2 Introduction: “Mimetai Tou Theou” = Be imitators of God. Here is an exhortation in the present tense. It is to be our constant pursuit. What we became at conversion we must diligently continue to be thereafter! “Mimetai” = to mimic ...read more

  • How To Serve God Effectively

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Feb 8, 2022
     | 4,674 views

    Many Christians do not know how to serve God effectively. Christians should serve….

    I. Sacrificially 1. Hebrews 13:6 2. Missions of people in our society do not know what it means to sacrifice. 3. Self-indulgence has replaced self-denial. 4. God must have first place in our life. a. His cause and kingdom must come before ease, pleasure and personal gain. b. Matthew ...read more

  • Opening The Door To Fellowship Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 964 views

    As we reflect on Christ's words, may we remember that His correction is born out of love, His persistence is a testament to His longing for us, and the fellowship He offers is a joy beyond measure. Let us open the door of our hearts to Him today and dine with the King of kings.

    Opening the Door to Fellowship Introduction: Begin with a warm greeting to the congregation and introduce the key verses: Revelation 3:19-20 (NLT) - "I correct and discipline everyone I love. So be diligent and turn from your indifference. 'Look! I stand at the door and knock. If you ...read more

  • Glow In The Dark: No Room For Darkness Series

    Contributed by James Chandler on Jul 23, 2024
     | 982 views

    This is the third in a series, based on the Series Kit offered by Sermon Central. I have used the graphics, media, and sermon titles, adding my own content and application.

    Today: There is no room for darkness in the life of a Christian. Spiritually speaking, you cannot expect God's blessing in your life, you cannot expect to grow closer to Jesus if you are feeding on the junk of the world. "No one lights a lamp and puts it in a place where it will be ...read more

  • Urgent- Do Your Job Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 2, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 12,720 views

    This is the 212th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 2nd sermon from Titus.

    Series: Action [#212] URGENT- DO YOUR JOB Titus 1:5-9 Introduction: Last week, we learned about the very religious; but not Christian, Island of Crete. This large Island was a hot bed of the worship of Greek mythological gods. Paul had started many Congregations on the Island; and Titus was ...read more

  • Paul Bound Series

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Oct 30, 2025
     | 108 views

    Paul Bound

    Acts 21 v 1 - 14 Paul Bound The Way The Activity - 1 And it came to pass, that after we were gotten from them, and had launched, we came with a straight course unto Coos, and the day following unto Rhodes, and from thence unto Patara: The Accuracy - 2 and finding a ship sailing ...read more

  • Earn Me Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 770 views

    God invites us to earn money through purposeful work and service to Him, rather than chasing after it. This way, we can prioritize the things and people that truly matter in our lives.

    Let's talk about something we all love - money! But before we dive in, let's do a little experiment. I have here a $20 bill. Who wants it? (Pause for response) Okay, now what if I crumple it up? Who still wants it? (Pause for response) What if I step on it, make it dirty and messy? Who still wants ...read more

  • Faith And Victory All Over The World

    Contributed by William Baeta on Apr 23, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,570 views

    “For whatever is born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world – our faith. Who is he who overcomes the world, but he who believes that Jesus is the Son of God” 1 John 5:4-5.

    Theme: Faith and victory all over the world Text: Acts 4:32-35; 1 John 5:1-6; Jn. 20:19-31 Man has a deep desire for certainty and he will go to great lengths just to be certain. For many people the only things that are certain in life are death and taxes. For the Christian, however, there are ...read more

  • Christian Encouragement

    Contributed by Robert Sickler on Feb 15, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 12,610 views

    Christian encouragement does not shower us with pity; it is support needed to stand up and get beyond the current situation.

    CHRISTIAN ENCOURAGEMENT ILLUSTRATION There is an old proverb about the leader of a city who would take daily walks to gain peace of mind and inspiration from nature. One day, the burdens of his position had his mind more disturbed than normal and the old man found himself walking much further ...read more

  • The Parable Of The Soils Series

    Contributed by David Moore on Jun 9, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,217 views

    This message discusses the different kinds of heart upon which the message of the gospel falls.

    Studies in the Gospel of Mark The Parable of the Soils Aim: To sow four different responses to the truth of the Gospel. Text: Mark 4:1-20. Introduction: We often refer to this passage as the Parable of the Sower, but In many ways it is more about the soils than the sower; perhaps we should call ...read more

  • The Terms Of Discipleship Series

    Contributed by David Baeder on May 8, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,527 views

    Lesson three in a 15 lesson series on discipleship.

    Discipleship The Terms of Discipleship Sunday, April 25, 2010 am Reading: Luke 14:16-35 ESV Introduction: As a minister, there is something that irritates me. Perhaps it should not, but it does. What bothers me is hearing about all these people who “used to be members of the ...read more

  • Blessed To Be A Blessing

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jan 24, 2014
     | 9,983 views

    The blessings from God require faith on your part.

    January 26, 2014 Morning Worship Text: John 3:1-21 Subject: Faithfulness Title: Blessed to be a Blessing Part 3 If you were with us last Sunday morning and evening you’ll remember that we were talking about how God wants to bless us. Proverbs 28:20, A faithful man will be richly blessed, ...read more