Sermons on Consumption:

God Wants Us To Be His

Contributed by Michael Huddlestun on Mar 13, 2004

This is a sermon showing what God’s desire is for us.

Introduction: I want to start out today by taking a poll. All this takes is a simple show of hands. The question is this: How many of us have some idea as to what takes place when someone adopts a pet from the humane society? You first have to go and select the animal, and then you must adopt the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Some Times Even I Make Me Sick

Contributed by Michael Treston on May 8, 2002

Sin, its reality, and my dog Fido

CHANGES For those of you who are over the age of 15 you have probably seen a lot of changes. Attitudes have changed, language has changed The meaning of language has changed One that particularly has hit me is the meaning of the word sin. Now AI am not old but it has changed so much Once upon a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 26:11

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Union Workers In The Temple Of God Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Apr 21, 2005

This message deals with the position and responsibility of leaders in the church. We must be carful not to elevate them to the level that they can do no wrong.

UNION WORKERS IN THE TEMPLE OF GOD 1 CORINTHIANS 3:5-17 INTRODUCTION: Bob Deffinbaugh writes, “Christianity has had its share of “Pied Pipers,” those charismatic (in personality) individuals who seem to be able to lead a group of followers anywhere they wish. We are all too familiar with the names ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:5-17

Denomination: Baptist

Pursue The Gift Given To All People Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Dec 10, 2004

How do we move from the laundry list of today’s "Letter to Santa" to the recognition of the greatness of God’s grace

There is a bit of confusion over what is and isn’t common knowledge. “A survey of 7,000 people, conducted by the sponsorship Research International in six countries found that the Shell Oil logo, the Mercedes badge and the five Olympic rings were recognized far more widely than the Christian ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sabbath And The Environment Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on May 1, 2007

The Sabbath has an impact on our relationship with creation.

Sabbath and the Environment Earth Day, April 22, 2007 Genesis 1:1-2:3 Introduction – the Goodness of Sabbath keeping – poem Wendell Berry p.5 Sabbath is founded in God’s Creation Out of all Ten Commandments, the Sabbath is the only one that is connected to creation – we are to rest and keep ...read more

Denomination: *other

The Prodigal Son

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Dec 28, 2005

This sermon is not just for those who were in church and left for some reason. This reaches those who are wasting their time and talents. Prodigal means = "waster"

The Prodigal Son Luke 15:11-24 Prodigal = means “waster” one who waste gifts and resources. The first thing I want you to realize with this message today. This story is not just limited to: · Young people · People who are out of church · People have left a church Because any time you stray ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

You Are What You Eat

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Apr 10, 2009

Is your fridge stocked full of fresh fruits, vegetables and lean meats OR is it full of fat-filled, overly salted processed convenience foods and abandoned take-out containers? If we truly are what we eat, what do your eating habits say about you?

Mike Warnke, Christian evangelist and comedian said, “Eat fat, greasy food and you become a fat, greasy dude.” BBC America hosts nutritionist Gillian McKeith who works with unhealthy eaters to break lifetimes of bad habits. BBC introduces their webpage with this introduction: Is your fridge ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-30

Denomination: Salvation Army

Lucky Charms

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Feb 8, 2005

Learn the truth about luck in this St. Patrick’s Day message.

Lucky Charms The Truth About Luck 3/17/04 I. Introduction Lucky Charms Not So Lucky New Study Casts Doubt On Cereal Claim A controversial new report released last week has thrown the breakfast community into chaos. Last Thursday in Waterloo, the Foundation For Money-Wasting Studies unveiled the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Benefits Of Drinking Water

Contributed by John Newbaker on Jun 12, 2016

Jesus offers Living Water

Water that Soothes, Satisfies, Saves the Soul John 4:5-42 Medical professionals tell us we need to drink more water. You’ve heard that. You know this. They tell us we should drink at least 8-8 ounce glasses of water per day. The reason we should, we are told, is to prevent dehydration. ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-42

Denomination: Baptist

Highway To Hell Series

Contributed by Chris Mccall on Oct 21, 2011

I want to do my best this morning to make the reality of the “Highway to Hell” a reality in the minds of everyone listening today.

“The Highway to Hell” Matthew 7:13-14 NLT AC/DC Highway to Hell (www.metrolyrics.com/highway-to-hell-lyrics-acdc.html) Living easy, living free; Season ticket on a one-way ride; Asking nothing, leave me be; Taking everything in my stride; Don't need reason, don't need rhyme; Ain't ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Prodigal Fathe Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 20, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: The Prodigal Father

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: The Prodigal Father Luke 15:11-32 August 23, 2009 Merriam-Webster online Dictionary defines ‘prodigal’ as, 1: characterized by profuse or wasteful expenditure: lavish <a prodigal feast> <prodigal outlays for her clothes>; and 2: recklessly ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Giving Birth To A Nazirite

Contributed by Bala Samson on Feb 26, 2021

The key of this Nazirite vow is this: verse 8'All the days of his separation he is holy to the LORD.’ Awesome! Awesome!

GIVING BIRTH TO A NAZIRITE Judges 13:5 "For behold, you shall conceive and give birth to a son, and no razor shall come upon his head, for the boy shall be a Nazirite to God from the womb; and he shall begin to deliver Israel from the hands of the Philistines." INTRODUCTION: Let me ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Make A Memorial

Contributed by Robert Tallent on May 25, 2019

The steps that must be taken in order to make a memorial

How to Make a Memorial Joshua 3:7-13 This is the first memorial made by the Israelite's about what God had done 1.You’ve got to Please God vs 8 He has to be obeyed A preacher named Bill had ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

Advent – Are You Ready?

Contributed by Leo Samuel D G on Mar 30, 2017

The important question to ponder about the second coming of Jesus is ‘are we ready?’ Many would be surprised to know that they are not part of God’s kingdom when Jesus comes to judge the world. Hence, let us give up all evil (even the sins that the world

Therefore keep watch, because you do not know on what day your Lord will come. Mat. 24:42 1. Will He come? As we are getting ready to celebrate the advent season, it is time to ponder about the second coming of Christ. When we think about the return of Jesus, many questions pop up. The first ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23, Matthew 24:36-44, Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: *other

Come Get A Six-Pack Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 10, 2024

Paul is being practical related to our lives as a whole, walking in wisdom for a purpose.

Background to passage: Continuing in Ephesians. Explain why I preach through books. Paul is being practical related to our lives as a whole, walking in wisdom for a purpose. This is a principle that applies to many issues of choice in our lives, especially as it relates to cultural issues that we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-18

Denomination: Baptist