Sermons on Blood Money:

The Top Ten Reasons Why Easter Jesus Is Better Than Christmas Jesus

Contributed by Peter Pilt on Apr 18, 2019

This was a creative way we presented the Easter Story. We looked at the ways that Easter Jesus is better than Christmas Jesus and then decorated the auditorium half as Easter and half as Christmas. It worked very well. This is Part 1.

This Easter at CityHOPE Church we are looking at the top ten reasons why Easter Jesus is better that Christmas Jesus. Now I understand that Christmas and Easter Jesus are the same Jesus…but the point I am trying to make is that the world is more comfortable celebrating a baby in manger rather than ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:15, Luke 2:1-5, John 3:16, Romans 5:7-8, Matthew 26:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who Are The Overcomers? Series

Contributed by Larry Hinkle on Oct 22, 2019

In spite of a very hostile culture and severe persecution of Christians, Jesus identified ones who overcame in the tribulation. These are found faithful despite persecution. They are called by Jesus overcomers. Who are these overcomers and what are the keys to victory?

There is a battle going on in the world, struggle for worship, Satan’s goal to hinder love, to undermine loyalty, trust, and obedience to God’s word and will. the assignment Jesus gives to John, comes at a time when heavy persecution against faith. Jesus said John, write to the church, my love ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:7-11, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5

Denomination: Methodist

Fourth Sunday In Lent (B C P). Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 24, 2025

Sermons upon the Bible readings of the Book of Common Prayer.

Psalm 122:1-9, Exodus 16:2-7, Galatians 4:21-31, Hebrews 12:22-24, John 6:1-14. A). LET US GO TO THE HOUSE OF THE LORD. Psalm 122:1-9. The “house of the LORD” encompasses this Psalm (Psalm 122:1; Psalm 122:9). Jerusalem, in turn, encompassed the house of the LORD (Psalm 122:2; Psalm 122:3; ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1-9, Exodus 16:2-7, Galatians 4:21-31, Hebrews 12:22-24, John 6:1-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fifth Sunday In Lent (B C P). Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 3, 2025

Sermons upon the Bible readings of the Book of Common Prayer.

Psalm 143:1-12, Exodus 24:4-8, Hebrews 9:11-15, John 8:46-59. A). AN APPEAL FOR DELIVERANCE. Psalm 143:1-12. Who are we going to turn to in a time of distress? For the believer, it can only be the LORD. We know that the LORD has helped us hitherto (cf. 1 Samuel 7:12), and that He is ‘a very ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 143:1-12, Exodus 24:4-8, Hebrews 9:11-15, John 8:46-59

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do Not Fear; Only Believe

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 27, 2024

God made man and woman in His image, with the plan that they would act and become more and more good, more and more like Himself. That was the divine order.

Thirteenth Sunday in Course 2024 In his great Summa Theologiae, St Thomas Aquinas wrote “the order of the Divine government is wholly directed to good. . .no one acts intending evil.” (ST I Q 104 Art 1) Those words are an appropriate commentary on the words from the post-exile writing Book of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43, 2 Corinthians 8:7-15, Exodus 16:18, Psalm 30:2-12

Denomination: Catholic

El Pan Que Bajó Del Cielo N Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jul 22, 2024

A menudo buscamos a Dios en momentos grandiosos, perdiendo lo divino en los acontecimientos simples y cotidianos de la vida.

El Pan Que Bajó Del Cielo n Introducción: A menudo buscamos a Dios en momentos grandiosos, perdiendo lo divino en los acontecimientos simples y cotidianos de la vida. Sagrada Escritura Juan 6:41-51 Reflexión Queridos hermanos y hermanas, La lectura del Evangelio de hoy gira en ...read more

Scripture: John 6:41-51

Denomination: Other

Behold The Lamb

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Sep 3, 2024

Look, it’s God’s lamb who gets rid of the wrongdoings of the entire universe

Behold the Lamb By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. Charles Spurgeon said: - “The world was lost. God must punish sin. He sent His Son to take our sin upon Him that He might honor the Law of God and establish God’s government by being obedient to the Law of God and yielding Himself up to the death ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:21, Exodus 12:13, Leviticus 14:10, John 1:26-27, 1 Corinthians 10:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Apostolic

Surviving Your Finances Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Mar 27, 2001

In order to survive our finances, we need to examine our heart attitude toward money and possessions.

When it comes to money and finances, preachers often fall into one of two extremes. The first is to avoid mentioning money altogether; or, if they absolutely must talk about it, to approach the topic very gingerly and apologetically, with a vague sense of embarrassment, as if money were a subject ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-7, Exodus 20:17

Denomination: Baptist

Good And Faithful Servant?

Contributed by Dan Bentz on Oct 4, 2001

Stewardship is an important lesson for all of us, but it’s about a whole lot more than money...

Well Done, My Good Servant? Luke 19:11 – 27 Introduction – The story is told of President Franklin Roosevelt, that he often wearied during the often-long receiving lines at White House events. He complained that no really paid any attention what was said. Well, one day during a reception, he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Baptist

Judas! Judas! Judas!

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 8, 2005

Don’t tell me money can by happiness. 30 pcs of silver. What was he thinking?

JUDAS, JUDAS, JUDAS Jesus has just finished washing the disciple¡¦s feet. He sits at the last supper table for a meal with them and the following takes place. John 13:13-21 13 Ye call me Master and Lord: and ye say well; for so I am. 14 If I then, your Lord and Master, have ...read more

Scripture: John 13:13-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Give Until It Feels Good

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Nov 8, 2007

The tithe is not about giving because God needs the money. It is about giving because we need to give.

Give Until It Feels Good Mark 12:41-44 November 4, 2007 There is a risk in telling you this story. It is a risk of sounding like I am bragging. There is a risk of sounding arrogant. I hope you won’t take it that way because I think there are certain things about a pastor that people need to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Methodist

We Are Empty Handed Without God

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 24, 2014

To show that GOD does not want us to labor hard to earn money, but to labor hard for His Presence.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a hard worker to earn more money? STOP. Must be a hard worker in the ministry not in work to earn money for GOD gives money to us as a gift. It's a blessing. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD does not want us to labor hard to earn money, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 31:42

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Speaks On Rights

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Oct 14, 2010

Believers must be willing to give up their rights to security, retaliation, time and money in our service to others.

Jesus Speaks On Rights Matthew 5:38-42 INTRODUCTION A. Second Continental Congress meets in Philadelphia on May 10, 1775. 1. No legal authority but had to make decisions because of military events between colonists and British. 2. By end of 1775, independence was almost inevitable. 3. Mistrust of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

Generous With Our Gifts Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jul 25, 2017

Generosity is at the core of a disciple's life. Jesus calls us to generous living, and generosity begins with our money.

Do we believe it’s possible to live a generous life? Do we believe it’s important to live a generous life? Do we believe it’s necessary to live a generous life? We’ve spent the last four weeks reflecting on how to live generously in every respect of discipleship as United Methodists—our prayers, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:38

Denomination: Methodist

Faithfulness Delegated Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 6, 2019

Above all, a person who handles the Lord’s money must have a heart that is right with God.

November 11, 2014 Tom Lowe The Second Epistle of Paul to the Corinthians Lesson III.C: Faithfulness Delegated. (8:16-9:5) Part-1: When We Give By Faith. (8:16-24) Faithfulness Delegated. Part-1: When We Give By Faith. (8:16-24) Part-2: Your ...read more

Denomination: Baptist