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You Can't Take It With You, But . . . Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Sep 20, 2025

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How many of us follow the rich fool's lead and build bigger barns by finding new avenues for our investments, as though this life is all that matters? Jesus tells us to beware of all kinds of greed, including being greedy with our own possessions.

There are some Bible passages which will forever be associated with vivid personal experiences. And today, as we consider the Parable of the Rich Fool, we have encountered one of those passages. My experience with it dates from nearly 40 years ago. In the spring of 1986 I was preparing to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-34, Ecclesiastes 2:4-10, 1 Timothy 6:10-19

Denomination: Bible Church

When Your Plans And God’s Plans Don’t Match

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Oct 14, 2022

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There are so many things that we do not know about each other, but then we learn.

For instance: • I have known for sometime that Keith played sports and he was very good at playing baseball. • I found out that Jenney was a cheer leader in junior high and high school. • I found out that Clyde was a pilot. • I found out that Carlos was a finish carpenter. • I found out that ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Party’s Over PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 15, 2025

based on 3 ratings

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God lovingly confronts our misplaced affections and hollow celebrations, calling us to honest repentance and deeper relationship, offering restoration instead of shame.

If your week has worn thin and your soul feels tired, welcome. You’re in the right place. God meets us in the ordinary and the overwhelmed. He meets us in the pew and in the parking lot, in the headlines and in the heartache. And He has a word for us today—steady, strong, and sure. Have you ever ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 9:1-17

Topics: Rebellion, Disobedience

Sin, It Is A Big Deal Series

Contributed by Dave Martin on Nov 21, 2000

based on 64 ratings

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The book of Genesis -- is the book of beginnings. What is sin and why is it so destructive.

"Sin, What’s the Big Deal?" Part 2 of 7 Text: Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-10 & Selected Cross Creek Community Church June 25, 2000 Pastor Dave Martin God’s Word is Powerful, Relevant, and Up to Date! Genesis 2:15-17 "The LORD God took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to work it and take care ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-10

Denomination: Bible Church

Godly Wisdom

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Apr 1, 2001

based on 69 ratings

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Godly wisdom 1. Has a different source. 2. Has a different goal. 3. Has a different result.

Cadillac has a new technology available for their cars called "OnStar." Those purchasing the service have a 24/7 information servant available. OnStar includes a completely hands-free, voice-activated phone — you never have to dial. Through a satellite Global Positioning System (GPS), someone ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Methodist

From Suffering Servant To "Yes Your Majesty"

Contributed by Joshua Bowers on Jun 21, 2001

based on 37 ratings

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The value of this sermon is to help the audiance understand why Christ came to earth as the lowly carpenter before he could be respected as the great "King of Kings"

Standing just in view of the steps of the bus that will take him to the infamous Paris Island is an eighteen-year-old young man with his mother, father and younger brother. The Marine band is playing the Marine’s Hymn and the Marine Honor Guard is standing at attention supporting the colors of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:10

Denomination: Church Of God

The Way To Worship

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Aug 14, 2003

based on 56 ratings

| 7,582 views

IN THIS SERMON ON WORSHIP,WE SEE THE IMPORTANCE OF WORSHIP, THE INGREDIENTS OF WORSHIP, AND THE IMPLICATIONS OF WORSHIP.

THE WAY TO WORSHIP JOHN 4:19-26 I know something about everyone of you and then there are some things that I don’t know about you. But there is one thing I know for certain, and that is that there is a vacuum in your heart that won’t be satisfied unless God is worshiped in your life. The things of ...read more

Scripture: John 4:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian And Government #2 - Voting - What, Why, And Who! Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 30, 2004

based on 65 ratings

| 6,483 views

The importance of voting!

The Christian and Government #2 ¡V Voting: Why, What, and Who! Various Scriptures May 30, 2004 Introduction You have no doubt noticed by now that today¡¦s message is not about Memorial Day. So before I move on to our topic for today, let me say that I do not intend for anyone to think that I do ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:21

Denomination: Wesleyan

Experiencing The Joy Of Worship

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Mar 13, 2003

based on 38 ratings

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1. We need to get in touch with our Creator. 2. We need to get in touch with eternity. 3. We need to get in touch with hope.

Someone has written about the difference in worship styles in story form, using a bit of humor: “An old farmer went to the city one weekend and attended the big city church. He came home and his wife asked him how it was. ‘Well,’ said the farmer, ‘It was good. They did something ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:9-14

Denomination: Methodist

Bema Judgment

Contributed by Jason Robertson on Jan 31, 2003

based on 61 ratings

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A doctrinal and practical understanding of the Judgment Seat of Christ that all Christians will stand before one day.

Bema Judgment Two most important judgments in the future: Great White Throne Judgment and Judgment Seat of Christ (Bema). I. The Meaning of Bema Judgment. Bema = a Greek word translated in English as “judgment seat.” At the large Greek Olympic was an elevated seat that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:10-12, 1 Corinthians 3:9-17

Denomination: Baptist

True Champions

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jun 18, 2004

based on 29 ratings

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3 Characteristics of a Champion....... These Characteristics are universal, they can be found in the Superbowl winner..... or they can be found in our Christian Lives as we Champion the Cause of Christ. My question to you is simple, “Will you be a Champi

Title: True Champions Pastor Glenn Newton Date: Jan. 26, 2003 PHP 3:7 “But whatever was to my profit I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. 8 What is more, I consider everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-14

Denomination: Nazarene

Casualties Of War

Contributed by James May on Feb 25, 2004

based on 24 ratings

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The casualties of our Spiritual Warfare cannot determine the final outcome and our ultimate victory. We will overcome!

CASUALTIES OF WAR On July 1 – 3, 1863, the bloodiest battle of the American Civil War was fought between the Union Forces under Gen. George Meade and the Confederate commander, Gen. Robert E. Lee. This single 3-day battle resulted in 51,112 casualties. On the 3rd day of the battle, Gen. Pickett ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4, Ephesians 6:11-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Max Q

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 20, 2002

based on 39 ratings

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Jesus require the maximum from us. MAX Q is a NASA term and is used by the St. Louis Rams.

INTRODUCTION • A physician told this about her four-year-old daughter. One the way to preschool, the doctor had left her stethoscope on the car seat, and her little girl picked it up and began playing with it. The mom tried to remain calmly, although she was extremely excited that it seemed her ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our God Of The Second Chance Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 13, 2003

based on 44 ratings

| 19,535 views

Several people this week have mentioned how much they enjoyed hearing the Old Testament read out loud. Let’s face it some books don’t get much attention today. One of those is Ecclesiastes, which was written by Solomon. It’s really a journal of Solom

Our God of the Second Chance Several people this week have mentioned how much they enjoyed hearing the Old Testament read out loud. Let’s face it some books don’t get much attention today. One of those is Ecclesiastes, which was written by Solomon. It’s really a journal of Solomon’s search for ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

New Wineskins

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on May 15, 2005

based on 36 ratings

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1. Wineskins were made to be filled with wine. 2. New wine calls for new wineskins. 3. Wineskins were made for pouring.

Blaise Pascal was a French mathematician and philosopher. In his writings, which were entitled Pensees, he traces the logical progression of his thought on many subjects. But something happened to Pascal which was beyond logic and rational thought. After his death, his servant found a piece of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

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