Sermons on Consumerism: showing 106-120 of 423

Sell Your Stuff And Give To The Poor

Contributed by Keith Broyles on Oct 7, 2014

Jesus said some things that were radical then, and now. He said things like, "Sell your stuff and give to the poor."

Your soul -- not to mention your budget -- is in mortal danger as you approach the grocery store checkout lane. You say, "How?" You've carefully filled your cart with the needed items outlined on your list. You patiently wait in line, always seeming to pick the one that's slowest. Yet somehow, by ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: Methodist

A Burning Yes

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jul 17, 2007

Gaining a clear focus on life by understanding who God created us to be so we can develop a burning passion for God.

I was reading in Psalms/praying about this morning. Psa 43:3 O send out Your light and Your truth, let them lead me; Let them bring me to Your holy hill And to Your dwelling places. NASU As I was reading I turned this verse into a prayer. Bible- must become more than information- Factbook. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:22-25

Denomination: Charismatic

Genuine Love Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 10, 2012

It's easy to say, "I love," but Paul challenges the Corinthian Christians to live out their love by giving freely and generously to those in need.

2 Corinthians 8:1-15 “Genuine Love” INTRODUCTION Most of the world knows that Facebook recently went public and that it’s founder, Mark Zuckerberg shortly after the Facebook event was married to Priscilla Chan. At $19 billion, many media personalities speculated about ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

Denomination: Lutheran

Stop Covetting And Be Content Series

Contributed by James Dorman on May 3, 2017

A study in the 10th commandment.

INTRO: AG: It was the middle of the night. Keith Richards, guitarist for the Rolling Stones, had a musical riff playing in his head. He woke up, grabbed his guitar and a tape recorder, recorded the tune and then went back to sleep. Their front man, Mick Jagger, wrote lyrics to go with the tune. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:17

Denomination: Baptist

Strangers Who Are Brothers Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 7, 2013

A common faith based upon the teaching of the apostles unites us into a spiritual family, even among those believers we have never met.

Strangers Who Are Brothers (Colossians 1:1-2) 1. I knew a man, who, after he retired, found out that his father wasn’t his father. 2. He then met his actual father and family in another state, and began going to family functions there, building relationships with a family he did not know ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Navigating The Challenges Of Life

Contributed by Dr. John Singarayar Svd on Feb 13, 2024

Navigating the Challenges of Life

Navigating the Challenges of Life Scripture: James 1:12-18 Reflection James 1:12-18 is a passage from the New Testament of the Bible that addresses various aspects of human nature, temptation, and the character of God. It offers insights and guidance for navigating the challenges of life while ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Other

It's Not About You

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005

An overview of Ephesians teaching that believers live for and by the power of Christ.

It’s Not About You Ephesians Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: “It’s not about you. The purpose of your life is far greater than your own personal fulfillment, your peace of mind and your happiness.” That’s how Rick Warren begins his ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mothers With A Mission Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

Harvard Business Review reported that only 10% of family-owned business get passed down successfully to the third generation. Only 70% of family-owned businesses last one generation. If a family-run business struggles to survive for 2 generations, how much more your family’s faith in Jesus Christ?

Welcome and thank you for worshipping with us this morning. Keep Colossians 1 open before you, will you? You can find a link to our sermon notes in the chat and a communication card. For children’s and student resources, please visit our churchonline page at our website. Happy Mother’s Day to you! ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

My Beloved

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Nov 11, 2002

The baptism of Jesus

John 1:1-5 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was with God in the beginning. 3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. 4 In him was life, and that life was the light of men. 5 The light shines in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

7 Things About The Christmas Story We May Have Missed

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 20, 2011

A sermon on 7 Things About the Christmas Story We May Have Missed based on Matthew 1-2 and Luke 1-2 (Outline and material adapted from Joe McKeever at: http://www.crosswalk.com/church/pastors-or-leadership/10-things-about-the-christmas-story-you-may-have

Introduction: There are things from the Christmas story that many get wrong, out of order or assume to be true when it might not be the case. “The cattle are lowing” in Away in a Manger, there is no indication there were cattle in the stable or anywhere nearby. “The First ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Following Jesus Means ........................

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 23, 2012

There are really only two types of people who profess to follow Christ 1. The FRINGE BENEFIT FOLLOWERS 2. The FAITHFUL FOLLOWERS Which are you

Sermon: The Discomfort of the Christian Life John 6:53-69 There are really only two types of people who profess to follow Christ 1. The FRINGE BENEFIT FOLLOWERS 2. The FAITHFUL FOLLOWERS 1. FRINGE BENEFITS: We are all acquainted with the term “fringe benefits.” It usually refers ...read more

Scripture: John 6:53-69

Denomination: Anglican

The Discomfort Of The Christian Life

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 18, 2009

What sort of commitment to Christ do WE have?

Sermon: The Discomfort of the Christian Life There are really only two types of people who profess to follow Christ 1. The FRINGE BENEFIT FOLLOWERS 2. The FAITHFUL FOLLOWERS 1. FRINGE BENEFITS: We are all acquainted with the term “fringe benefits.” It usually refers to the benefits or ...read more

Scripture: John 6:53-69

Denomination: Anglican

Racy Words

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 22, 2019

The Christian journey can be described as a "race." We choose the kind of race we run -- fun and games; obligatory; or the long-term run.

1. Last week we “passed the baton” in regard to teaching people the word of God from generation to generation and person to person. 2. It made me think of the ancient Roman Games and how they were used as illustrations for the Christian life. 3. The Games in Rome were a big deal. Although much of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, 2 Timothy 4:6-8, Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Cant We Be Content With What We Have

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Sep 29, 2013

How money and stuff can get a hold and keep us from having a satisfying life in Christ

How do we find contentment? Well the text talks to us this morning about how great contentment is, it tells us it is of great worth, it is of a great value when it’s paired with godliness. Now I think in order for us to be content we need to look at what makes us discontented. So just in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Warning

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Aug 30, 2022

beware of the trap of collecting 'things' that make you want to collect more

Jesus said, “Take Care! Watch Out! Beware!” Jesus said, "Watch Out! Don't always be wishing for what you don't have. For real life and real living are not related to how rich we are." (Luke 12:15) This is a very appropriate warning to people in America; we seem to be obsessed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21, Luke 12:34

Denomination: Episcopal