Sermons on Fake Blessings:

Forget Not All His Benefits

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 25, 2019

Neglecting to regularly thank God is a sin, but thanking Him frequently blesses His Name and blesses our walk with Him.

Forget Not All His Benefits Psalm 103:1-5, 2 Chronicles 32:24-26 1. Most of us are looking forward to an amazing Thanksgiving dinner – a small version of what we had at church last Wednesday night. 2. But what if you burn the bird? There is a positive way of looking at it: • Salmonella ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 32:24-26, Psalm 103:1-5, Deuteronomy 8:11-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Let Your Soul Dance Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 12, 2022

John, Mary, Jesus. Would any of us doubt that they were blessed, blessed by their faith in the enduring presence and redemption of God?

Sixth Sunday in Course year C There is a very unexpected expression in today’s reading from St. Luke. The most literal translation reads: Blessed are you when men hate you, and when they exclude you and revile you, and cast out your name as evil, on account of the Son of man! Rejoice in that ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-8, Psalm 1:1-4, Luke 6:17-26, Luke 1:40-42, Matthew 3:4, Luke 2:34-35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Our King Jesus Ascends Into Heaven Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Apr 30, 2018

As Jesus ascends to heaven he blesses the disciples. This blessing is the sign of the many benefits which the ascension of Jesus gives to us.

Message Luke 24:50-53; Acts 1:1-11 Our King Jesus Ascends into Heaven Let’s start straight away by reading the last few verses of Luke. Luke 24:50-53 We don’t really get indications of when this took place or the full extent of what happened when Jesus went to heaven. Indeed, we could almost be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11, Luke 24:50-53

Denomination: Baptist

Are We Willing To Pay The Price?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 13, 2022

We should not anticipate receiving blessings just for being faithful to the Lord. Those blessings and rewards will come in due time.

In the previous chapter after Esther’s intercession, Haman was hanged due to his plot to kill Mordecai. While we ought not anticipate natural awards for being unwaveringly faithful to God, they frequently come. Esther and Mordecai were dependable, even to the point of taking a chance with their ...read more

Scripture: Esther 8:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Begin Prayer With Praise? Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 10, 2023

“Bless the Lord, O my soul; and all that is within me, bless His holy name” (Ps. 103:1).

A. WHY BEGIN PRAYER WITH PRAISE 1. Because Jesus instructed them to begin the Lord’s Prayer. “Hallowed be Your name” (Matt. 6:9). Other versions translate this to mean to honor His name, to reverence His name, to hold high His name. 2. Because the psalmist commands you, “Enter . . . His courts ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1, John 4:23

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

The importance of expressing gratitude to God for His enduring love and blessings, and the joy and blessings that come from a heart filled with thanksgiving.

Good morning, my brothers and sisters in Christ! Today, we're going to dive deep into the wonderful world of thanksgiving. Now, I'm not talking about turkey and stuffing, though those are certainly blessings. No, today we're talking about the act of thanking God, the blessings that come from a ...read more

Topics: Thanksgiving, God

What Jesus Says About Worshipping False Gods In The Scriptures. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 17, 2024

Let us commit to worshiping God in spirit and truth, as He alone is worthy.

Let us explore a vital teaching from Jesus Christ about worship. In Matthew 4:10, Jesus responds to Satan's temptation by declaring, "Worship the Lord your God, and serve Him only." This statement highlights the importance of exclusive worship. Jesus emphasizes that our worship must ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:3, Deuteronomy 6:13

The Be-Attitudes - Part Iii Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on May 14, 2002

A contiuation of a series on the Beattitudes. Blessed are the meek.

God blesses those who are gentle and lowly, for the whole earth will belong to them. Matthew 5:5(NLT) Let’s talk about what it means to be gentle. First of all gentleness is not harsh or abrasive. Think of cleanser commercials. Talking about how non-abrasive they are. Abrasive materials hurt ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Paradox Of Persecution" Series

Contributed by Bruce Hamsher on Aug 6, 2002

How to recognize spiritual persecution as a blessing.

“The Paradox of Persecution” Matthew 5:10-12 Beatitudes - #8 Intro: It is safe to say that if you follow and are obedient to the progression of the Beatitudes, you will experience some sort of persecution. -If you are “Poor in Spirit” people will think you are being ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Mennonite

The Mercies Of God

Contributed by David Coe on Nov 12, 2000

A sermon showing the blessing of God's mercies.

The Mercies of God Lam. 3:22,23 I. The FACT of God's Mercies "...the Lord's mercies..." II. The FULLNESS of God's Mercies "...mercies..." (plural) III. The FORTRESS of God's Mercies "...that we are not consumed..." IV. The FORCE of God's Mercies "...fail not..." V. The FRESHNESS ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Let The Good Times Roll Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 2, 2001

BLESSINGS FOR THE MAN WHO FEARS THE LORD

BIG IDEA: BLESSINGS FOR THE MAN WHO FEARS THE LORD (:1) DECLARATION: “How blessed is everyone who fears the Lord, Who walks in His ways.” A. Promise – Abundant Blessing B. Recipients - “everyone who fears the Lord” - “Who walks in His ways” I. (:2) PERSONAL BLESSINGS A. Fruitful Labor “When ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 128:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Be-Attitudes - Part V Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Mar 18, 2003

God blesses those who are merciful.

This morning we will be continuing our look at the "Be-Attitudes." These words of our Lord give us direction for being all that He would have us to be. Today we will be examining mercy as found in Matthew 5:7. Matthew 5:7 (CEV) God blesses those people who are merciful. They will be treated ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7, Matthew 18:23-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Be-Attitudes - Part Vi Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Mar 18, 2003

Blessed are those whose hearts are pure.

This morning we will be continuing our series called "The Be-Attitudes." We are looking at the issue of purity today and our passage comes from Matthew 5:8. Matthew 5:8 (CEV) God blesses those people whose hearts are pure. They will see Him! Let’s take a few moments to define purity. Purity ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Exploring The Mystery Of Our Union With Christ Series

Contributed by Stephen Elmer on Jul 28, 2004

The Great Blessing Of Being United With Christ!

“United We Stand!” Exploring The Mystery Of Our Union With Christ! Introduction: 1. IE: Several Months Now - If You Drive Down Main Street In Greenfield, Met With Patriotic Banners - Red, White & Blue - Phrase: “United We Stand!” - Set Up To Show Support For Our Nation & Our Troops, Fighting For ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:30

Denomination: Baptist

Simeon's Eyes And Mary's Heart

Contributed by Dawn Marie Turner on Dec 23, 2002

The blessings of Simeon by the Spirit and the love of Mary.

I am not a traditionalist in some things as you can probably imagine. The traditional way to write a sermon is to find your biblical text, write the sermon and then pick the title. I work a bit backwards; I come up with the title, find the text and then write the sermon. Sometimes that gets me ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 12:2-6, Luke 2:21-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ