Sermons on Godly Contentment:

Overcoming Worldly Wisdom With Godly Living

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Aug 20, 2025

This sermon shows us how to seek Godly wisdom life in a world that is self centered and focused on looking out for ourselves.

In today’s fast-paced, self-focused culture, we are constantly bombarded with messages that push us toward self-promotion, that push us toward material success, and personal achievement. We are living in a time ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Godly Women Of The 21st Century PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2023

This sermon explores the characteristics of a godly woman as outlined in Proverbs 31, emphasizing her dedication, divine duties, and devotion to God's work.

Good morning, church family! Today, we find ourselves turning to the rich tapestry of wisdom and instruction found in the 31st chapter of Proverbs. We are about to embark on an exploration of the divine blueprint for godly womanhood. In the words of the great preacher Charles Spurgeon, "You are as ...read more

Topics: Godly Woman, Church

Searching For The End Of The Rainbow Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Apr 27, 2009

An effort to help people become wiser to the pitfalls of materialism and to accept contentment as a proactive way to live within God’s design

Open with skit - (complete skit is pasted below) You have to relate to some of the drive of Dorothy, scarecrow, the tin woodsman, and the lion. 4 characters, drawn together by what they have in common: they’re lacking something. In Frank Baum’s classic story, they’re all seeking to improve ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

3 Things

Contributed by Johnny Knight on Jan 25, 2010

It has been said that events tend to happen in groupings of three. With that in mind, I’d like to explore some "3 Things" lists.

THREE THINGS It has been said that events tend to happen in groupings of three. With that in mind, I’d like to explore some "3 Things" lists. 3 things in life that once gone, never come back: Time Words Opportunity 3 things in life that can destroy a person: Anger Pride Unforgiveness 3 ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God’s Design For The Family

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on May 24, 2017

God has designed the family

Genesis 2:15-25 Introduction: Illustration “Two Paddle Boats” I. The Family Is Divine in Origin. Illustration “Mishaps” A. God created human beings in His own image. - “Then God said, ‘Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness’… So God created man in His own image; He created him ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:15-25

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Design For The Family Part 2

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on May 24, 2017

The Bible contains God’s plan for achieving quality and health in family life. Christians are constrained to take very seriously the Word of God as it relates to the family.

Introduction: The Bible Contains Divine Principles for Good Family Relationships. - God’s purposes for the family have been challenged, but they have not been changed. In the Bible, God gives the principles and the power by which His purposes for the family can be fulfilled. - Illustration ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

Mourning Into Dancing

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 18, 2019

A study in Psalm 30: 1 – 12

Psalm 30: 1 – 12 Mourning into dancing A Psalm. A Song at the dedication of the house of David. 1 I will extol You, O LORD, for You have lifted me up, and have not let my foes rejoice over me. 2 O LORD my God, I cried out to You, and You healed me. 3 O LORD, You brought my soul up from the grave; ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Love Triangle PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Guide us in shifting from a self-centered life to one that prioritizes God and others.

Good morning, Church family. It's a joy to be with you today. We're going to be delving into the book of James, specifically chapter 4, verses 1 to 6. Oscar Wilde once said, "Selfishness is not living as one wishes to live, it is asking others to live as one wishes to live." I believe this quote ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-6

Topics: Selfishness, Godliness

What Kind Of Man Are You PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore the need for godly men, their characteristics, and the consequences of not being one.

Good morning, Church family! Today, we're going to dive into a powerful passage from the book of Ezekiel. Now, Ezekiel was a prophet who wasn't afraid to tell it like it is, and this passage is no different. Before we get started, let's look at the words of Joan Jessalyn Cox, "The greatest ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:23-31

Topics: Godly Man

Rooted And Built Up For Maximum Impact PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Emphasize the importance of a godly childhood, being rooted and built up in Christ from an early age, and the role we play in living and imparting this godly life.

Good morning, family. Today we're going to dive into a subject that's near and dear to my heart - the foundation of a godly childhood and the immeasurable benefits of being rooted and built up in Christ from an early age. We'll also discuss how we can maximize our impact and influence by living a ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7

Topics: Godly Children

Fatherhood In This Generation PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

The main point of this sermon is to emphasize the importance of fathers as spiritual leaders in their families, following God's design for fatherhood, and to encourage support for fathers in our community.

Good morning and happy Father’s Day! Today, we're going to dive into something that impacts our families, our communities, and our world - fatherhood. In a time when the role of a father is often misunderstood, misrepresented, or even dismissed, the Bible provides us with clear guidance on God's ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:15

Topics: Godly Father

Representation Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 26, 2023

Encourages believers to live godly lives as examples to others, reflecting Christ's love, grace, and truth through their actions and words.

Beloved brothers and sisters, we gather here today under the grace of our Lord, the one who is our strength and our shield, the one who is our fortress and our deliverer. We are here to engage with the Lord's word, to commune with Him, and to seek His guidance in our daily lives. We are here to ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:7-8

Topics: Godly Living

The Road To Happiness, Joy And Peace

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Mar 31, 2022

The multitude, like many today had gotten their priorities confused. So much time is spent worrying about "things" that we lose sight of what truly matters and leads to happiness. We seek gold while dismissing God. We seek health while neglecting holiness.

Sermon – The Road To Happiness Luke 6:20-26 “And he lifted up his eyes on his disciples, and said, Blessed be ye poor: for yours is the kingdom of God. 21 Blessed are ye that hunger now: for ye shall be filled. Blessed are ye that weep now: for ye shall laugh. 22 Blessed are ye, when men shall hate ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:20-26, Psalm 34:18, Psalm 107:9, Revelation 21:4, Luke 12:16-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

What To Do When You Are Placed In A Position Of Contention 

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Occasionally we all find ourselves in a position where we face a prickly difference of opinions with our peers. When Peter returned from visiting the house of the Gentile Cornelius, his Jewish friends cried out in anger, "You went to the uncircumcised men

Illustration:No great advance has been made in science, politics or religion without controversy. Lyman Beecher 1. Occasionally we all find ourselves in a position where we face a prickly difference of opinions with our peers. When Peter returned from visiting the house of the Gentile ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Simeon’s Prayer – Content With Jesus Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 17, 2011

Looking at Simeon's prayer to understand the ability to let go of this life comes from first embracing Jesus. We need to learn to accept that having Jesus is "enough."

Luke 2:25-33 Intro: I’ve read several different versions of monkey traps that are used in different parts of the world – in India, in Africa – a coconut is taken and cleaned out, then, a hole just large enough to let a monkey get his hand inside is cut into it. Some kind of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ