Sermons on Do Not Covet:

Do Not Judge.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 31, 2024

First, we must operate on ourselves, seeking out the sin that hinders us and leaving it with the Lord; and then, and only then, are we in a fit state to help the other.

DO NOT JUDGE. Luke 6:36-42. “‘Ye all’ therefore be merciful, as your Father is merciful” (LUKE 6:36; cf. Romans 9:15). We are being called to be compassionate, to exercise grace towards those who are hostile to us. It was ‘when we were enemies’ that ‘we were reconciled to God by the death of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:36-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Listening & Doing Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Believers should both hear and act on the Word of God. Those who listen and respond are blessed in their actions.

Ever had your parents ask you to do something, and you're like, 'Yeah, yeah, I heard you,' but then you never actually do it? It's like you heard the words, but they just didn't sink in. James is telling us that it's not enough to just hear God's Word; we've got to do something about it. Remember ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Topics: Divine Guidance, Spiritual Obedience, Faithful Actions, Biblical Teachings

Do Not Conform Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

As Christians, we are called not to conform to the world's patterns but to be transformed by renewing our minds. This transformation requires intentional daily living.

Let's kick things off with a little experiment. I've got a video of a chameleon here. What's the first thing you notice about it? Right, it changes colors to blend in with its surroundings. It's a survival tactic. But here's the thing, we're not chameleons. We're not meant to blend in, but to stand ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Topics: Conformity, Transformation, Social Influence, Personal Growth

Listening & Doing Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon will explore the concept of not only receiving and listening to the Word, but also acting upon it, as guided by the teachings in James 1:19-27 and Matthew 7:24-25.

Welcome back to our 5-week series called James: Faith & Works. If you were here last week you’ll remember that each week we’ll be looking at two interrelated ideas from the book of James. Last week we tackled the ideas of testing and persevering. From the very start James is encouraging us to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Topics: Faith & Works, Listening & Doing, Righteousness

Sermon Series: James: Faith And Works

Do Not Become Callous

Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Feb 24, 2025

Do not wander from the life in Christ.

Father God, Lord Jesus, hallowed is your holy name. Thank you for mercy and grace. Lord Jesus, today, we ask that You sweep across this nation and create a clean heart and renewed spirit in everyone who calls You, Lord. I say a special prayer for those with a hardened heart: soften their hearts and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:18-19, Colossians 3:5, Romans 13:14

Denomination: Other

What Do Christians Have To Do With The Sabbath?

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Apr 19, 2008

Which of the Ten Commandments no longer applies in our lives today and why? How about the Fourth? What we live is what we believe - so, let me ask you again: Which of the Ten Commandments no longer applies in our lives today and why?

What Do Christians Have To Do With The Sabbath? Exodus 20:1-17; Luke 6:1-11; Isaiah 58:13-14 Turn with me, if you would, to Exodus 20:1-17. While you are turning there, let me ask you a question: Which of the Ten Commandments no longer applies in our lives today and why? Does that seem like a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is God Doing?

Contributed by Randy Stephenson on May 28, 2012

What is God doing? What is God doing in your life today? What is God doing when you have to wait to experience God? What is God doing when you have to wait for prayers to be answered? Could God be making certain that you have nothing more important in you

What is God doing? What is God doing in your life today? What is God doing when you have to wait to experience God? What is God doing when you have to wait for prayers to be answered? Could God be making certain that you have nothing more important in your life than God? God has a history of ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-16

Denomination: United Methodist

Gahazi's Sin

Contributed by Ira Sandefer on Jul 17, 2004

The sin of Coveteousness is deceitful and dangerous, therefore, we must be aware of its presence.

Context: II Kings 5:20 - 27 Text: II Kings 5:20 – “But Gehazi, the servant of Elisha the man of God, said, Behold, my master hath spared Naaman this Syrian, in not receiving at his hands that which he brought: but, as the Lord liveth, I will run after him, and take somewhat of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:20-27

Denomination: Church Of God

The Myth Of More Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 26, 2021

The key to not coveting what others have is to be content with what you already have.

This week I learned something brand-new. Most ads for non-digital watches have the time set to 10:10 to make us think of a smiling face. We’re more likely to buy something that looks happy. Capitalizing on our inherent dissatisfaction, the worldwide marketing machine spends approximately $250 ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:17

Denomination: Baptist

What We Cannot Do, God Can Do

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 29, 2009

If salvation depended upon living a sinless life, none of us would have a hope of reaching heaven. No Christian can claim to merit God’s mercy or grace. No saved individual can state that God was compelled to grant her life because of her goodness. We are

“Do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor men who practice homosexuality, nor thieves, nor the greedy, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor swindlers will inherit the kingdom of God. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Waiting On God

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Dec 26, 2008

Sometimes God asks us to wait and be patient. What do we do in the meantime?

- How are you at waiting? - They say that patience is a virtue. I know a lot of people that are not very virtuous then. I am one of them. - I do not like to wait one iota - However, I am working on it. I’m starting a group called Impatient Anonymous. THE MEETING IS BEGINNING ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-38

Denomination: Lutheran

The Evidences Of Spiritual Apathy Series

Contributed by Robert Robb on Feb 5, 2001

Evidences of Spiritual Apathy among God’s people

Studies In The Book of Haggai Study 1 The Evidences & Causes of Spiritual Apathy Introduction Recently in my own personal devotions I was reading through the book of Haggai the prophet and as I did so I was reminded of how relevant his message is for the Church today. Although directed to God’s ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Understanding The Present Time 

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 18, 2000

Christian people need to be fully aware of the present time.

INTRO.- ILL.- I have a 3-year older brother named Larry. When he was a senior in high school I was a freshman. They called him "Big Shep" and me "Little Shep." (BUT YOU CAN CALL ME, BIG SHEP!) One day in gym class I got into a fight with a guy 2 years older than me. He was a junior. His name was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Veterans Of War

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 11, 2002

Our armed service veterans need to be honored as well as our veterans of faith.

INTRO.- ILL.- Gen. Sherman once said, "You don’t know the horrible aspects of war. I’ve been through two wars and I know. I’ve seen cities and homes in ashes. I’ve seen thousands of men lying on the ground, their dead faces looking up at the skies. I tell you, war is hell!" I don’t mean to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Power Can Be Yours

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 29, 2002

The great need in all of our lives is a source of power. We need that power to face temptations, bear burdens, and to be effective witnesses. We can find that power in Jesus.

GOD’S POWER CAN BE YOURS Acts 8:9-24 INTRO: Two ministers were talking about the kind of Sunday morning we all have sooner or later. The alarm did not go off. Various domestic crises occurred. The traffic was unusually heavy. Finally, when he arrived at the church, he was late and someone had ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-24

Denomination: Baptist