Sermons on Big Money:

Being Content In A Material World Series

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Mar 10, 2003

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

Scripture: Proverbs 30:7-9, 1 Timothy 6:8-19

Denomination: Baptist

Gambling – What Does One Really Stand To Lose

Contributed by Don Mcclain on Jan 22, 2003

Legalized gambling is harmful public policy that should be vigorously opposed at all levels.

INTRODUCTION A. GAMBLING DEFINED Merriam-Webster, - to play a game for money or property American Heritage® Dictionary - To bet on an uncertain outcome, as of a contest. - To play a game of chance for stakes. - To take a risk in the hope of gaining an advantage or a benefit. World Book ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:9-18, Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Debt - It's About Bondage

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Feb 8, 2003

Many believers are drowning in debt, but Jesus wants to be Lord of our finances and set us free from that bondage.

Proverbs 22:7 Debt, It’s About Bondage Introduction “The rich rulleth over the poor, and the borrower is servant to the lender.” As I read that verse I think of the many in our nation today who are claiming that the Bible is an old and archaic book that isn’t relevant any more. While there are ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:7, Psalm 37:21

Denomination: Baptist

Investing In Eternity

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Feb 15, 2003

Jesus taught us to invest our finances wisely for His honor and glory and for the good of those we love.

Matthew 6:19-21 Investing in Eternity Introduction For the past several weeks, we’ve been considering some things the Bible has to say concerning personal finances, that is, the money God has entrusted to you and me. We’ve considered giving, stewardship, debt, and today we are going to talk about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21, Colossians 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Rich Man, Poor Man Series

Contributed by Kelly Randolph on Feb 17, 2003

This message challenges us to view people and possessions through the framework of godly values.

Rich Man, Poor Man James 1:9-11 The issue of money has been a prominent one from the inception of the church. Jesus spoke a great deal about it himself. Consider this: o 16 of 38 parables were concerned with money/possessions. o 1 of 10 verses in the gospels (288) deal directly with money. o The ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Games People Play - Monopoly Series

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Feb 19, 2003

Using Board Games as a jumping off place we looked at our Christianity.This sermon deals with wordly goods.

The Games People Play – Monopoly Intro: In 1923, nine of the worlds most successful financiers met at Chicago’s Edgewater Beach Hotel. Financially they held the world by the tail. Anything that money could buy was in their grasp. They were by all definitions rich. The members of this group ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Financial Wisdom Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Nov 20, 2004

PROVERBS – Wisdom for Right Living #5 Wealth and possessions are not ours to own; everything belongs to God and is ours on loan. OUR FOCUS: OWNERSHIP VERSUS STEWARDSHIP

INTRODUCTION: A man went in to see a banker about a loan. Banker: How much would you like to borrow? Man: One Million Dollars Banker: That’s a lot of money. Man: Is that a problem? I could go talk with a bank that has more money if I need to. Banker: On no it’s no problem at all. We loan ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 30:8-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Financial Wisdom (Part 2) Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Nov 20, 2004

PROVERBS – Wisdom for Right Living #6 How can we develop financial integrity in our lives? Will we be a good steward of all God has entrusted to us?

INTRODUCTION: Do you remember your high school reunion? Many who attend the 5 and 10 year class reunions just want to impress each other with how successful they have become. By the 20th many have given up on impressing their friends and are just happy to survive. As you near the age of 40 ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 30:8-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What's In It For Me?

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Oct 25, 2004

When it comes to the voting booth, the follower of Jesus Christ has a responsibility to do more than ask, "What’s in it for me?"

THE WINDOW Bible Teaching Ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC ------------ October 24, 2004 ------------ It is little wonder that churches today are often embroiled in controversies and disputes. The old saying is if you don’t want to have a fight there are two subjects you ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

Dealing With The Spirit Of Leviathan.

Contributed by Robert Grey on Oct 31, 2000

How to correctly combat the effects of the spirit of Leviathan

Dealing with the spirit of Leviathan. The text of this sermon can also be found at http://www.godisfaithful.net/bible/leviathan.htm The longest description of Leviathan is found in Job 41. The entire chapter consists of God asking Job if he can deal with this seemingly untamable monster. God asks ...read more

Scripture: Job 41:1-34, Luke 6:34-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mastering Materialism Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Nov 29, 2000

Overcoming the lure of THINGS.

How To Cope with Life’s Struggles (Part 9) MASTERING MATERIALISM For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. (Mat 6:19-21) Introduction: People drive to the mall in cars that they cannot afford,to spend money that they don’t have, to buy things that they don’t need, to impress ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Two Most Sacred Words In The American Religion Of Materialism Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 15, 2001

Evaluation of our desire to "Charge it!" and God’s instruction toward choosing contentment.

Introduction: In the American religion of materialism, there are two words more sacred than any other: "Charge it!" - Yet, consider the following two scenarios in evaluating the intelligence of using plastic: 1. Ellin is 30 years old. She has a $3,500 balance on her Citibank credit card at 18% ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5

Denomination: Baptist

Making A Living Or Making A Life? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 15, 2001

A call to pursue God instead of money and possessions.

Introduction: - Jesus talked a lot about money. In fact, 16 of the 38 parables He gave are about money or possessions. Out of all the important issues needing addressed, almost half of His parables speak to the issue of money and possessions. Move #1: Most people would say, "I really didn’t ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

When Greed Is The Creed Series

Contributed by David Blizzard on Jan 27, 2001

OUTLINE FOR NEHEMIAH CHPT. 5

WHEN GREED IS THE CREED – NEHEMIAH 5:1-13 Because we live in a temporary world we face a challenge every day about the priorities of life. Will we live for the temporary world or will we live for that which is eternal. If we are not careful and don’t keep our eyes on Jesus and His kingdom, we will ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 5:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Be On Your Guard Against Greed!

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Aug 28, 2001

Through a parable about a "rich fool" Jesus gave a sharp warning about the love of money. Greed leads to a false view of life. Greed leads to a fool’s death.

“For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil.” (1 Timothy 6:10) That passage from the Apostle Paul’s first letter to Timothy is well known. It seems that many people who know little else about the Bible can quote that particular passage. Perhaps it is familiar and frequently quoted ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Lutheran