Sermons on Content Creator:

Things We Need For The New Year 1 Of 2

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 30, 2022

As we enter a New Year, we never know what things will be like during the next 365 days. Some go to fortunetellers at this time of the year hoping to find out what the future holds for them.

But God had a purpose in us not knowing everything. Illus: A man was wandering around a fairground and he happened to see a fortuneteller's tent. Thinking it would be good for a laugh, he went inside and sat down. "Ahh....." said the woman, as she gazed into her crystal ball. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Live Simply Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Nov 18, 2019

When we realize that we have enough, we are freed from the merry-go-round of chasing after more.

November 17, 2019 Stewardship Week Three Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Philippians 4:10-13; Luke 20:45-21:4 “Live Simply” Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “For I have learned to be content with whatever I have.” ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Peace With God & Peace From God

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 23, 2022

Anxiety seems to be a problem today for both the saved and the unsaved.

While we can understand it might be a problem with the unsaved, we have a difficult time understanding why it is a problem with the saved. WHY IS ANXIETY SUCH A PROBLEM TODAY? Someone printed these words under a tranquil scene on a calendar: "Today is the tomorrow we worried about ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27

Denomination: Baptist

Godliness Is Profitable Unto All Things Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Dec 15, 2013

Bodily exercise has its benefits, but godliness is profitable for anything worthwhile you can think of. Part 1 of a 2 part series on godliness and contentment.

Godliness Is Profitable Unto All Things Series: Sermon 1 in 2-part series “Godliness with Contentment Is Great Gain” Chuck Sligh November 24, 2013 TEXT: 1 Timothy 6:6 – “But godliness with contentment is great gain. ” INTRODUCTION There is a pairing of spiritual ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6

Denomination: Baptist

I Shall Not Want Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Mar 9, 2016

Because the Lord is my Shepherd I am content.

I Shall Not Want Psalms 23:1-6 Last week we began to take an in depth look at the 23rd psalms. We mention that God used David, who himself was once a shepherd of his father’s sheep. David is inspired to write of this relationship with the understanding that the LORD is our Shepherd. Point: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Eye Of Green

Contributed by Matt Stacy on Sep 30, 2019

The congregation will be challenged to address envious tendency in their own lives and focus on being content and thankful for what God has provided, trusting in His provision.

Introduction: Have you ever heard it said that someone was “green with envy?” Where does that come from? Shakespeare. Angry Red. The original Word means Corruption. That person is soul-sick. Envy is a poison. We should avoid envy like the plague. It has no place. Point 1: The Warnings 1. There ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:22, Galatians 5:20-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Forms Of Modern Idolatry

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Aug 23, 2024

What do you define as idolatry? Should you be concerned with the idea of idolatry in modern times?

What do you define as idolatry? Should you be concerned with the idea of idolatry in modern times? If you ask assembly goers about whether idolatry exists in modern times they may say, “Yes”! If you ask them if it is a concern for them they might say, “No, it does not affect me because I do not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:5-11, Exodus 20:3-5, Ephesians 5:5, Matthew 6:24, Colossians 3:5, 1 Samuel 15:23, 1 Peter 4:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ain't Nobody Gonna Steal My Joy

Contributed by Mason Davis on Jul 19, 2025

Not allowing anyone to steal your joy

AIN’T NOBODY GONNA STEAL MY JOY By: C. Mason Davis One Sunday morning, the pastor noticed little Alex staring up at the large plaque that hung in the foyer of the church. The plaque was covered with names, and small American flags were mounted on either side of it. The seven-year-old had been ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-3

Model Family Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 2, 2025

Hebrews 13 rarely used rarely to explain the family principles. It is an excellent passage to talk about a Model Christian Family. This family has charity, Hospitality, Spirituality, Chastity, Prosperity, Security, and Stability.

Theme: Model Family Text: Hebrews 13:1-8 ?Greetings: The Lord is good and His love endures forever.   Introduction: The theme for this month is ‘Holy family’. The theme for the day is ‘Model Christian Family.’ Hebrews 13 rarely used rarely to explain the family principles. But I see it as ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Thriving Through The Valleys Through Contentment- A Lesson From Paul Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 22, 2025

Contentment is not contingent on our circumstances but on God’s faithfulness and provision.

Thriving Through the Valleys Through Contentment- A Lesson from Paul Jeffery Anselmi / General Adult Feels / Contentment / Philippians 4:10–14 Contentment is not contingent on our circumstances but on God’s faithfulness and provision. INTRODUCTION TITLE SLIDE • “If I just had a little more…”—how ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Look At The Book (Overview Of Jonah)

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 7, 2025

A look at the book (Overview of Jonah) - Jonah chapter 1 verses 1-3 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Jonah An Overview SERMON OUTLINE: KEY POINTS: (1). Fact or Fiction? (2). Unique or Unremarkable? (3). A Fish or Forgiveness? (4). Dead or Alive? OUTLINE: Chapter 1: Jonah runs from God. Chapter 2: Jonah runs to God. Chapter 3: Jonah is now running with God. Chapter 4: Jonah runs against ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-3

Denomination: Brethren

Genesis 1 - Setting The Stage

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Nov 9, 2018

Two primary concepts are found in Genesis 1; God is the Creator and man is the creation made for relationship with God the Creator. These truths set the stage for the rest of God's Holy Word.

Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … Isaiah 9:6 “For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government shall be upon His shoulder. And His name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, The Mighty God, The Everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.” And our ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11, Genesis 1:27, Genesis 1:1, Psalm 8:3-9, John 15:5-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Grumbling? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jun 18, 2018

Why do we grumble when God is good all the time?

We have been noting the power, the holiness, and the love of God in the Book of Exodus. We have also noted our humanity through the lives of the Hebrews as they were slaves in Egypt for over 400 years then freed by God with His protection and provisions. Please open your Bibles to Exodus 16…. God ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:1-36

Denomination: Independent/Bible

We've Got A Secret Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 25, 2002

There’s a secret to being contented and thankful. Do you know what it is?

(During the Song Service, we sang “Blessed Assurance,” “Tell Me The Story,” and “Near the Cross” = and I prefaced their singing by noting that they were all written by Fanny Crosby) OPEN: In Budapest, a Jewish man went to his rabbi and complained, "Life is unbearable for my family & I. There are ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When God Became A Man, Pt. 2

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 18, 2012

God created all that is, and if there's a big bang, it's still to come, and it will happen to those who reject their Creator! Link included to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

When God Became a Man, pt. 2 John 1:1-14 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/GodBecameManPt2.html Babe Ruth played from 1914-1935. He was the first to hit 60 homers in a season, and a total of 714 in his career. The popularity of baseball increased so much that in 1923 they had to build a new ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist