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  • Howard Gunter avatar

    Prattle And Covetous Materialism

    Contributed by Howard Gunter on Nov 5, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,312 views

    Do we covet others' materials? Do we engage in idle, unhealthy conversations?

    Prattle and Covetous Materialism Micah 2:1-12 In this Old Testament reading, we can readily categorize the message in two major parts. This Prophet Micah warns against 1) Covetous Materialism and 2) Idle Prattle. “Covetous Materialism” – Wanting to have the most and the best. We see a lot ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Made Of Different Material

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Feb 15, 2024
     | 690 views

    Working in the midst of people who respect, admire, appreciate, like and love you is always great; however, the challenge is to survive and serve people who just don’t know you at all, who mock you, despise you and criticize you.

    Made of different material Exodus 1:8 “Then a new king, to whom Joseph meant nothing, came to power in Egypt.”(NIV) “New king, to whom Joseph meant nothing”, these words jolted me today! God calls you to work in the midst of people and do good for those who don’t care two hoots about you nor ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Dangers Of Greed And Materialism

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 26, 2025
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    Greed and materialism are dangerous traps that can lead to spiritual decline, broken relationships, moral corruption, and eternal loss. True contentment comes from trusting in God, not wealth. We must guard our hearts and pursue righteousness over riches.

    THE DANGERS OF GREED AND MATERIALISM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 12:15 – “And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth.” Supporting Texts: 1 Timothy 6:6-10, Matthew 6:19-21, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    You Are Not A Waste Material

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 26, 2025
     | 386 views

    No matter what you have been through or how you feel, God values you deeply. You are not a waste material; you are a vessel of honour in God’s hands.

    YOU ARE NOT A WASTE MATERIAL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.” Supporting Texts: Psalm 139:14, Isaiah 49:15-16, 2 Corinthians 4:7, Romans 8:28, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Materialism And The Prosperity Pressure Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 30, 2025
     | 173 views

    Materialism and prosperity pressure are silent threats that rob many of peace, purity, and purpose.

    MATERIALISM AND THE PROSPERITY PRESSURE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 12:15, 1 Timothy 6:6-10 Supporting Texts: Matthew 6:19-24, Ecclesiastes 5:10, Proverbs 23:4-5, Hebrews 13:5, Mark 8:36 INTRODUCTION: In our increasingly materialistic world, the pressure to accumulate wealth, flaunt ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Releasing Material And Financial Prosperity Series

    Contributed by Errol Joseph on Jul 16, 2001
    based on 89 ratings
     | 7,929 views

    Outlines some principles of giving that release God’s prosperity into our life.

    DATE: July 01, 2001 TEXT: I Corinthians 9:5-15 THEME: "Releasing Material & Financial Productivity" INTRODUCTION The historical background: BODY I. WE RELEASE MATERIAL AND FINANCIAL PRODUCTIVITY BY SOWING SEEDS OF GIVING (II Cor. 5:5, 7) II. UNPRODUCTIVE SEED – HOW WE SHOULD NOT GIVE ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Book Of Philippians; The Background And Character Of The Book Series

    Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,315 views

    A discription of the purpose, character, and the opening greetings of apostle of Paul.

    #2 (03-25-07) The Book of Philippians: Background and Character of the Book Introduction: Why study the book? It will encourage you to serve God. It will boost your level of joy. It will reveal your source of joy. Background of the Book Paul’s calling, 3 missionary journeys, church ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Does My Faith Background Matter? Series

    Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jun 3, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,411 views

    3rd in a 4 part series dealing with topics that tend to divide people from each other and God.

    THE GREAT DIVIDE - PART 3 “DOES MY DENOMINATIONAL BACKGROUND MATTER?” JOHN 12:30-32 & 17:15-23 INTRODUCTION: Have you ever said something, oh so carefully, lay out just how things were, and how they worked, and why they worked, and then sat back satisfied? Then you heard someone repeat what ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Background Checks! (Ephesians, Chapter 4) Series

    Contributed by David Richardson on Nov 15, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,400 views

    “Am I spending the spiritual riches, the spiritual wealth provided by my Father in Heaven?”

    Series Title: The Heavenly Reserve Bank of God (Ephesians) Message Title: Background Checks! (Ephesians, Chapter 4) Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-7 4:1 As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. 2 Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Materialism's Blinder: Biotechnology And Truth

    Contributed by Chuck Colson on Aug 13, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,993 views

    Your eyes may glaze over when you read the headlines about stem-cell research—debates over moral quandaries, federal funding, and legislative decisions about regulation. But you need to pay attention and speak up: The next debate may be about your own wor

    This article is from BreakPoint WorldView magazine: http://www.breakpoint.org/contentindex.asp?ID=146. -------------------------------------------------- Your eyes may glaze over when you read the headlines about stem-cell research--debates over moral quandaries, federal funding, and legislative ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Being Content In A Material World Series

    Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Mar 10, 2003
    based on 74 ratings
     | 11,195 views

    I talk about why and how we should be content in this material world we live in.

    Being Content in a Material World By Lynn Floyd Introduction: Proverbs 30:7-8 (New Living Translation) says, “Two things I ask of You, do not refuse me before I die: Keep deception and lies far from me, Give me neither poverty nor riches; feed me with the food that is my portion. That I not be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Eres Material Del Reino?

    Contributed by Joshua Pinto on Sep 17, 2002
    based on 79 ratings
     | 9,677 views

    A travez del proceso de eliminacion, examinaremos si somos aptos para el reinio de Dios o no.

    ¿ARE YOU KINGDOM MATERIAL? ¿ERES MATERIAL DEL REINO? Mateo 25:21 Reina-Valera “21 Y su señor le dijo: Bien, buen siervo y fiel; sobre poco has sido fiel, sobre mucho te pondré; entra en el gozo de tu señor.” ¡Que palabras mas lindas! “Bien, buen siervo y fiel; sobre poco has sido fiel, sobre ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Depending On God For Material Needs

    Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 29, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,415 views

    God does not provide just enough, God provides the best.

    Depending on God for Material Needs John 2:1-12 SLIDE 1 We begin today with a new year. This is the first Sunday in 2009. As many of you will probably do, I have decided to sit down and decide financially what we can afford to do. Christmas bills have to be paid; property taxes have to be paid. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Raw Material Of Spirit And Truth

    Contributed by Kraig Pullam on Feb 17, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,061 views

    With the example of John chapter 4, Christ provides clear imagary of the aspects of worship the Father seeks.

    The Westminster Shorter Catechism, The Westminster Confession of Faith and The Westminster Larger Catechism are three documents that are considered by many Protestants to be the grandest doctrinal statements to come out of the English Reformation. It was completed in 1647; and it was presented ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Material Blessings For Spiritual Blessings

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 25, 2013
     | 8,272 views

    I. EXORDIUM: Will you bring your money in exchange of your salvation? YES II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that material blessings are not enough to equal GOD's spiritual blessings in our lives. IV. TEXT: Roma

    I. EXORDIUM: Will you bring your money in exchange of your salvation? YES II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that material blessings are not enough to equal GOD's spiritual blessings in our lives. IV. TEXT: Romans 15:27 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) They ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal