Sermons on Background Material:

We Believe In The Trinity Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

The Bible’s teaching on the subject of the Trinity is rarely addressed in sermons yet it hangs around in the background of so much a church does and talks about.

Today, we continue a series of messages entitled Creed: 9 Essentials to the Christian Faith Why This Series? The reason for this series is that beliefs matter. Beliefs fundamentally alter the shape of our lives. This series, Creed, is designed to answer those who wonder what really lies at the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:41-46

Denomination: Baptist

How Can We Sing The Lord's Songs In A Foreign Land?

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 11, 2023

Our life as followers of Christ serve as either a hymn of praise pointing to our Saviour, or it serves as mere background noise for the delight of a dying world.

“[By the waters of Babylon] our captors required of us songs, and our tormentors, mirth, saying, ‘Sing us one of the songs of Zion!’ “How shall we sing the LORD’s song in a foreign land? If I forget you, O Jerusalem, let my right hand forget its skill!” [1] “Our citizenship is in Heaven, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 137:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

"Heavenly Treasures"

Contributed by J. Curtis Goforth, O.s.l. on Jan 5, 2005

This sermon challenges the attitudes of most congregations in America towards material possessions in the light of the parable of the rich fool.

Sermon on Luke 12.13-21 Preached at Christ Boulevard United Methodist Church August 1, 2004 Rev. J. Curtis Goforth, O.S.L. Someone in the crowd said to him, "Teacher, tell my brother to divide the family inheritance with me." But he said to him, "Friend, who set me to be a judge or arbitrator ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-22

Denomination: United Methodist

The Dark Side Of Doubt

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jul 11, 2005

A sermon on doubt (Material taken from Gary Habermas’ book, Dealing with Doubt)

It is one of the strangest phenomena that you could ever discover that in the Bible, from beginning to ending, there is never any argument, any defense, any presentation, any discussion concerning the existence and the reality and the being of God, never. God is just presented and that’s all; "In ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Christmas Gift Of Detachment

Contributed by James Kevin Bachmann on Dec 17, 2011

The gift of detachment will benefit us much more than any material gift.

The Christmas Gift of Detachment “What did you get for Christmas?” people often ask after the long-awaited day arrives on Dec. 25. They wait for the coming of Jesus as they do the coming of St. Nicholas, or Santa Claus. I read a story this week about a superior who received gifts from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Catholic

Making Amends

Contributed by Davon Huss on May 5, 2009

A sermon from material from Celebrate Recovery on making amends (Blessed are the peacemakers)

Evening Service for 4/26/2009 Making Amends Introduction: Telemachus was a monk who lived in the 4th century AD. He felt God saying to him, “Go to Rome.” He was in a monastery. He put his possessions in a sack and set out for Rome. When he arrived in the city, people were thronging into the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life In Hd: Where Is Your Focus? Series

Contributed by Kenton Beshore on May 9, 2008

This message focuses on materialism and where your focus lies when it comes to money.

Kenton Beshore is Executive Producer of the small group curriculum Liquid, a new revolutionary video-based resource for small groups and church-wide campaigns. Visit www.experienceliquid.com to learn more. ______________________________________ WHERE IS YOUR FOCUS? James 5:1-12 It isn’t money ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Danger Of Wealth Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Nov 8, 2013

James teaches on the dangers of riches and material possessions...BUT focuses on the attitude of the possessor!

Taught at Oak Park Baptist Church Wednesday, November 6, 2013 - 6pm These six (6) verses are NOT a rant against wealth or any specific wealthy people, but what we find James doing here is making a proclamation... In v1 we find James proclaiming directly AT the rich believers ABOUT their wealth! ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On The Eye Of The Storm

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 1, 2024

Storms in life, whether they be meteorological or personal, frequently materialize in today’s world.

Ralph Waldo Emerson, an American essayist once remarked: “Say thank you! I want to hear you say it now. Out loud. 'Thank you.' You're saying thank you because your faith is so strong that you don't doubt that whatever the problem, you'll get through it. You're saying thank ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33, Proverbs 3:5-6, Proverbs 10:25, Psalm 50:15

Treasuring Relationships Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 21, 2025

In a world where material possessions and wealth are often seen as the ultimate measures of success,

In a world where material possessions and wealth are often seen as the ultimate measures of success, it's easy to get caught up in the pursuit of accumulating more stuff. However, the Bible teaches us that true treasure lies not in our possessions, but in our relationships with God and with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:21, Matthew 6:19-21

“shield Of Faith” Series

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 16, 2016

There seems to be a great deal of misunderstanding about faith today. Not necessarily all original material. Some material contained in my sermons may be gleaned from other sermons. Parts of this message are from Billy Ricks

“Shield of Faith” Ephesians 6:16 The pastor, the youth minister and chairman of deacons were out in a boat fishing on the lake. They ran out of bait so the pastor “Stay here guys, we don’t want to lose our spot.” With that he got up got out of the boat walked on the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Glory Of God

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 23, 2013

A sermon on references to the glory of God in the book of Romans (Seed thought and some material came from John Piper at: http://www.desiringgod.org/resource-library/sermons/to-him-be-glory-forevermore; other material from Dr. Cottrell Romans)

HoHum: Lady Gaga wrote a song called “The Edge of Glory” and it was written after a visit with her grandparents when her grandfather was at the point of death. He was on the edge of glory. However, the song never discuss who or what glory is. J.S. Bach said, "All music should have no ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

But His Father Was A Greek! (Parents Must Avoid Greek Behavior)

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 10, 2020

Timothy was blessed for his Grandmother’s (Lois) & Mother's (Eunice) Faithfulness. His father was a gentile (Greek), not a believer, not even around. Paul reminds us that even one parent or grandparent can have influence on a child.

…BUT HIS FATHER WAS A GREEK! (PARENTS MUST AVOID GREEK BEHAVIOR) 1. Acts 16: 1 Paul came to Derbe and then to Lystra, where a disciple named Timothy lived, whose mother was Jewish and a believer but his father was a Greek. 2 The believers at Lystra and Iconium spoke well of him. 3 Paul wanted to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-3, 2 Timothy 1:1-8

Denomination: Charismatic

Remember The Titans!

Contributed by Steve Malone on Aug 9, 2001

I want us – to remember how a bunch of people, with different talents, personalities and backgrounds OVERCAME great opposition – and came together to do something incredible…

“Remember The Titans!!!” [SHOW THE VIDEO CLIP AT THE END OF THE MOVIE OF THE VICTORY…. THE FINAL PLAY THROUGH THE CELBERATION STOP RIGHT BEFORE THE GIRL TALKS] Read Ephesians 3:7-21 (NLT) Have you ever been on the edge of your seat…waiting in anticipation? You’re reading an exciting novel – ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Is For Everyone Series

Contributed by Chris Zeller on Mar 2, 2006

Jesus is for all people of all races, cultures and social backgrounds. No man made barriers should keep men from Christ or cause division in the church.

Jesus is for Everyone 11 Here there is no Greek or Jew, circumcised or uncircumcised, barbarian, Scythian, slave or free, but Christ is all, and is in all. Colossians 3:11 NIV Greek for “Here there is no” is ouk eni. (There cannot be) Eni is the long (original) form of en and estin is to be ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:11

Denomination: Baptist