Sermons on Commercialism:

The Clanging Gongs & Crashing Symbols Of Christmas

Contributed by Charles Newman on Dec 12, 2009

When Christians get caught up with the traditions of Christmas, we have a tendency to forget the real reason behind this special celebration - LOVE. If we removed the commercialism from Christmas, would it be the same? I don’t think the world would know w

Illustration - For Always In 1994 two Americans answered an invitation from the Russian Department of Education to teach morals and ethics (based on Biblical principles) in the public schools. They were invited to teach at prisons, businesses, the fire and police departments, and a large ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Rev. #58-17:1-18 Pt. 2 Religious Babylon Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Jun 22, 2010

Today we’ll continue on in chapter 17 which is telling us about religious Babylon, chapter 18 is telling us about commercial Babylon, both are destroyed in the tribulation period, religious Babylon about the mid way point of the 7 year tribulation, and

Rev. #58-17:1-18 pt. 2 RELIGIOUS BABYLON 6-12-10 Today we’ll continue on in chapter 17 which is telling us about religious Babylon, chapter 18 is telling us about commercial Babylon, both are destroyed in the tribulation period, religious Babylon about the mid way point of the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 17:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

My Ear You Have Dug Series

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Apr 1, 2019

We have all seen the commercial, "Can You Hear Me Now?" This message addresses the fact that we all often get in an "unhearing" condition and that God will/wants to dig the dirt out of our spiritual ears.

My Ear You Have Dug PPT 1 Series Title: Words PPT 2 Tongues of fire Speak life, don't injure with our words, last week we talked about the good confession which is standing up for the truth even if it brings pain. PPT 3 Can you Hear Me pic How many can relate to that picture? Have you ever ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:6, Job 33:14-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Identity Theft

Contributed by Jamie Wright on Jun 28, 2004

Have you seen the identity theft commercials that the City Visa card is doing on TV? We have an identity theft crisis in America. We also have one in the church. Who are you? If you know who you are what you do comes naturally.

Identity Theft Pastor Jamie Wright * Maranatha Fellowship Church * 04-21-04 Identity is the door to your destiny You are a sum total of all the decisions you make. On what do you base your decisions? Why do people commit adultery? They forget they who they are; I am a husband I can’t do this. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Change For The Better

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 15, 2018

Amidst commercial hype, do we forget the meaning of Christmas? What are some of the most important things that a human being can do at Christmas, things we don’t want to neglect? Let’s look at Luke 3:7-18 and see what profound changes John expected with preparation for Christ’s coming.

Amidst commercial hype, do we forget the meaning of Christmas? What are some of the most important things that a human being can do at Christmas, things we don’t want to neglect? Let’s look at Luke 3:7-18 and see what profound changes John expected with preparation for Christ’s coming. Luke 3:7 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Resurrection Part 2 - Are You Ready? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 4, 2011

Do you ever hear those commercials for beds where they are giving big discounts on last year's model when the only difference is the fabric? As we study the second half of 1st Corinthians 15, we will look at our new model of resurrected body. But it's far

My granddaughter got a cool 4 wheeled toy vehicle for her 1st birthday that she can ride and it’s battery powered. But what is that compared to a big 4 wheel Pickup truck? That’s sort of like comparing this body with the resurrection body. The body we have in this age is like one of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:35-58

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

There Is Sin In The Camp!

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Feb 13, 2023

The popular insurance commercial asks the question, "What's in your wallet?" Today, I am here to ask you, "What's in your camp?" What's in your household that is keeping the blessings of God from coming to fruition? Is there sin in your camp?

The popular insurance commercial asks the question, "What's in your wallet?" Today, I am here to ask you, "What's in your camp?" What's in your household that is keeping the blessings of God from coming to fruition? Is there sin in your camp? Is there sin in your ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

What’s In Your Clay? (September 4, 2022)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Sep 1, 2022

How many times have you seen a Capitol One commercial where you always hear the question, “What’s in your wallet?” As we hear today’s text a better question to ask is “What’s in your clay?” What’s in our clay that makes us resistant to how God is trying to mold us and shape us?

WHAT’S IN YOUR CLAY? Text: Jeremiah 18:1 -11 Jeremiah 18:1-11 The word that came to Jeremiah from the LORD: (2) "Come, go down to the potter's house, and there I will let you hear my words." (3) So I went down to the potter's house, and there he was working at his ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

An Invisible Friend

Contributed by Keith Broyles on Jun 9, 2001

The Holy Spirit in our lives.

Like most everyone else, I think that television commercials are mostly to give us an opportunity to get up and get something to drink or to go the restroom or something without interrupting the actual show we are watching. For the most part, I am not a big fan of commercials. I can tolerate ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Methodist

Jumping In Scum Series

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Oct 23, 2006

Our world creates a never ending cycle of always needing that one more thing to be accepted. Our church tells us we just need to do that one more thing to be good enough. Jesus just says come!

Tonight I want to start our time together by taking a look at a couple of TV commercials. They are both Coke commercials from their new slogan, “The Coke side of life.” As we watch each one, I want you guys to really watch close and think about what each add is really communicating. ***Watch the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Looking For Something More?

Contributed by Charles Newman on Dec 11, 2003

Are you looking for something more for Christmas this year? As you see the little girl looking up the chimney, you can imagine her emotion of what else can there be for me?

Looking for Something More for Christmas? by Charles R. Newman Luke 2:14 – 3rd Sunday of Advent Dec. 14th, 2003 We all “expect” certain things for Christmas. Presents/gifts are most likely one of the most expected. Next I believe would be the food. Turkey, ham, dressing, yams, anybody hungry yet? ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Just Do It!

Contributed by Danny Pinksen on Jun 28, 2001

A sermon for church members involved in ministry to the community.

TITLE: “JUST DO IT!!” SCRIPTURE: Matthew 5:1-12 By: Captain Danny Pinksen The Salvation Army CBS Corps Introduction: [ILLUS: You and I are the consumers. Did you ever wonder why TV commercials are the way that they are? Every commercial producer hopes (believes) that their commercial, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Holiness

"Let's Go Fishing"

Contributed by David N. Clay on Aug 27, 2013

The "why" and "how" of reaching and teaching people for Jesus.

Let’s Go Fishing. (note: This sermon appears in different forms in my files. I believe I have not copied or stolen anything from anyone else. But, if I have please forgive me. I have either lost the contributor or failed to carry it into the next emended sermon.) One warm summer day some ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Study In Revelation 29 Babylon's Collapse Part 1 & 2 Series

Contributed by James Lee on Nov 13, 2009

Study in Revelation using "The Preacher’s Outline & Sermon Bible" as a guide

STUDY IN REVELATION 29 The Collapse of Political Babylon pt 1 Revelation 18: 1-24 There are two basic ideas as to what Babylon represents here in chapter 18. First Some believe that Babylon will be an actual city, either Rome or the city of Babylon will be rebuilt close to where it was in ancient ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 18:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Transaction At The Cross

Contributed by Jerry Owen on Aug 15, 2018

A lot happened at the Cross the day Jesus was crucified. The greatest transactions we could ever hope for were offered to us.

TRANSACTION AT THE CROSS 2 Cor 5:21 2 Cor 5:21 He made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf, so that we might become the righteousness of God in Him. Intro: Anybody whose been around me very long knows that I think weird stuff often. In fact, I am also inspired in weird ways, too. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist