Sermons on Contentions And Divisions:

Learning To Be Thankful

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 2, 2019

Contentment is the key to overcoming consumerism and materialism. Contentment comes from learning to be thankful, thrifty, generous, and focused.

A. I hope that everyone had a happy Thanksgiving Day! We surely did. 1. We all have so much to be thankful for, don’t we? 2. One teacher asked her students to write a composition entitled “What I’m thankful for on Thanksgiving.” 3. One boy wrote, “On Thanksgiving, I’m thankful that I’m not a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christian Vs. Secular Ideology: The Power Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 30, 2021

There is a war on today. It's not a war of guns or bombs, but a war of ideas. The war is about worldview. The war is about the course of human history. The war is about religion and the eviction of God from modern society.

There is a war on today. It's not a war of guns or bombs, but a war of ideas. The war is about worldview. The war is about the course of human history. The war is about religion and the eviction of God from modern society. Battles rage on the horizon at this very moment. We can hear the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Limits Of Peace Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Aug 21, 2007

The cross of Christ not only brings peace, but also division. When faced with opposition and division, disciples of Christ stand firm while loving and respecting their opponents.

Luke 12:49-56 “The Limits of Peace” INTRODUCTION The night sky was cloudless and filled with stars. Shepherds watched their flocks, while they huddled around a campfire. Suddenly, they were surrounded by a multitude of angels. They were told not to fear because the angels brought them good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-56

Denomination: Lutheran

Breakthrough Insights 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 17, 2020

In 2020 we are looking for a Breakthrough in our lives – a breakthrough from Covid 19, from divisive politics, from societal division and dissension in our society

Video Transition: Fragile Sermon: Breakthrough insights pt. 2! Series: Breakthrough 2020! Thesis: In 2020 we are looking for a Breakthrough in our lives – a breakthrough from Covid 19, from divisive politics, from societal division and dissension in our society – but to get the desired ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-4, Psalm 34:18, Psalm 77:2, Psalm 88:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Noble Prayer

Contributed by Bledar Valca on Dec 24, 2008

A prayer for every heart to be content.

A Noble Prayer Proverbs 30:7-9 God has provided a wonderful avenue for the sinful man to reach Him in prayer. Unfortunately, too many prayers are like “shopping lists.” We go to God with a very clear understanding of what we want Him to do for us. I. The Petition (7) Two things I ask of you, O ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 30:7-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wanting? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jul 11, 2016

Be careful of wanting and learn contentment

We continue our study of the Book of Joshua. God chose a people to reveal Himself. The Old Testament is the revelation of God through Israel with its 12 Tribes. God is always God and the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow. What we learn about God through Israel is applicable to us today. But as ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Seek The Greater Gain

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Nov 7, 2013

Are you a malcontent or contented with godliness.

1Tim 6:6 But godliness with contentment is great gain. 7 For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. 8 And having food and raiment let us be therewith content. Is it just me or do others seem to find that whenever you go to the refrigerator what you want ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Key To Bible Books

Contributed by Denis O'callaghan Ph.d. ,th.d., D.d., D. Phil. on Dec 15, 2011

Key to Understanding Bible Contents

Every book of the Bible has a key to understanding its contents The New Testament is the most vital book in the world. The Old Testament leaves us with us with without the light that you need. And if read alone we would find the the Old Testament is a book of UNEXPLAINED CEREMONIES, UNACHIEVED ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The True Treasure.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 13, 2022

Godliness with contentment is great gain.

THE TRUE TREASURE. 1 Timothy 6:6-10, 1 Timothy 6:17-19. 1. A Word To Poor Christians (1 Timothy 6:6-10.) Paul’s response to those who suppose that ‘gain = godliness’ (cf. 1 Timothy 6:5) is the exact opposite: “But godliness + contentment = great gain!” (1 Timothy 6:6-7). This contentment ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10, 1 Timothy 6:17-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mind The Gap Series

Contributed by Andrew Drury on Mar 26, 2015

Seeing the Church through grace and peace

This sermon (1 Corinthians 1: 10 - 17) was preached at West Ewell Evangelical Church, Surrey, on Sunday 15 March 2015. Introduction I am reminded of the illustration by Emo Phillips: I was walking across a bridge one day, and I saw a man standing on the edge, about to jump. So I ran over and said ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Being Community Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Jul 26, 2019

In Corinth the Lord’s Supper had become a place where privilege and class diversity was causing division. Through Paul’s rebuke we are called to examine whether our participation in the Lord’s Supper is unworthy.

Message 1 Corinthians 11:17-34 Being Community The church in Corinth is well known as a church with issues. Let’s turn to 1 Corinthians 11:17-34 and read about an issue they were having with the Lord’s Supper. The news of Lord Supper chaos has come to Paul from Corinth through “some from Chloe’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Baptist

1 Secret Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 5, 2013

We can find the “1 Secret” to contentment for:1) A Contented Person Is Satisfied with Little (Phil. 4:11), 2) A Contented Person Is Independent from Circumstances (Phil. 4:12) and, 3) A Contented Person Is Strengthened by Divine Power (Phil. 4:13)

Philippians 4:11-13. [11] Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. [12] I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. [13] ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:11-13

Denomination: Other

An Undivided House

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 9, 2006

God cannot be honored when division exists in the church

An Undivided House 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 April 23, 2006 Morning Service Introduction The year was 1858 and the newly formed Republican Party was seeking a nominee for the senate from the state of Illinois. They chose a young lawyer, who had some limited politcal experience, to run for the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Church Of God

The Fire Of Faith Within Me Won't Let You Deny Me

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Sep 8, 2013

Issues of division in the deep south over distribution of wealth.

The Fire of Faith Within Me Won't Let You Deny Me by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (9/7/2013) “That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man; That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith; that ye, being ...read more

Denomination: Friends

The Message Of The Cross Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 14, 2008

The remedy for division rooted in pride is the proper appreciation for the Cross.

Introduction: A. I love the story of the two men were digging a ditch on a very hot day. 1. One said to the other, “Why are we down in this hole digging a ditch when our boss is standing up there in the shade of a tree?” 2. “I don’t know,” responded the other. “I’ll ask him.” 3. So he climbed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ