Sermons on harmful motives: showing 286-300 of 44,065

The Next Super Bowl

Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 12, 2018

This week we will look at two pieces of Paul's instruction for Timothy's focus.

Text: 1 Tim 4:6-10, Title: The Next Super Bowl, Date/Place: WHBC, 5/27/18, AM A. Opening illustration: Peyton Manning’s training for football: “I called him the piranha,” Arians said in a statement released by the Cardinals. “I could never get him enough information, whether it was about the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Rescue Mission Or Pleasure Cruise?

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 15, 2018

Our task on Earth is to glorify God and to share His Good News.

Rescue Mission or Pleasure Cruise? July 15, 2018 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Our task on Earth is to glorify God and to share His Good News. Focus Passage: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23 Supplemental Passage: And Jesus came up and spoke to them, saying, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Going Through The Motions Series

Contributed by Scott Jewell on Oct 5, 2016

Why do you worship? Ever catch yourself just going through the motions? Check out these thoughts on becoming motivated to worship again.

(Opened sermon by playing Matthew West’s “Going through the Motions”) If you’ve ever watched the classic “Monte Python and the Holy Grail”, you may recall the scene where they are accusing a woman of being a witch and were encouraged to apply the Duck Test- if it ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Can You See Well? Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 11, 2018

Sermon about the charge that Paul gives to Timothy upon dropping him off in Ephesus.

Text: 1 Timothy 1:3-11, Title: Can You See Well? Date/Place: WHBC, 1.14.18, AM A. Opening illustration: B. Background to passage: Timothy being dropped off by Paul in Ephesus for rebuke and encouragement of the church leadership and entire body. A traditional thanksgiving is missing in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

Our Eternal Inheritance

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Jul 4, 2019

What is our anchor to hold on when we face trials in life? How is your faith when the going gets tough? Well, I want to give you the key to endure difficulties in life: Remember our eternal inheritance.

Follow us on: Website: https://cityharvestag.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityHarvestA... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityharvestag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityHarvestAGChurch/featured What is our anchor to hold on when we face trials in life? How is your faith ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5, 1 John 1:9, Romans 13:11, Hebrews 1:14, John 14:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Let's Rekindle Your Ultimate Concern!

Contributed by Byron Perrine on Jul 9, 2019

Lent is a time for reflection, a time in which we are called to examine our spiritual life. This message is intended to encourage those who are perplexed by their own sin and help them come to see that there is an ever-present possibility of change.

(If you have found this sermon helpful, please visit us at www.HeritageRestorationProject.org or www.ChristianWisdom.info) Well, here we are. Spring has sprung, so it would appear. Daylight Savings Time has begun, and we have been enjoying wonderful weather—a bit early, but who’s complaining! I ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-14

Denomination: United Methodist

The Sermon On The Mount (Part 14) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Dec 9, 2019

Today we start chapter six. Throughout chapter five we saw the phrase, "you have heard it was said". Jesus no longer starts out that way. Jesus isn't challenging contradictory teachings but contradictory practices. Today's lesson is on why we do good deeds.

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT (part 14) Matthew 6:1-4 Today we start chapter six. We'll notice that Jesus doesn't introduce his topics as he has up to this point. Throughout chapter five we saw the now familiar phrase, "you have heard it was said". But Jesus doesn't start out that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4, Mark 12:41-44, 2 Corinthians 8:12, Proverbs 19:17, Proverbs 11:24-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Give Money Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 15, 2019

Ten positive relationships with God.

A. INTRODUCTION: MATTHEW 6:1-4 1. What is most imperative? (Three lessons from Matthew 6). • “When you give” (Matt. 6:2-3) – Relationship to others. • “When you pray” (Matt. 6:5-6) – Relationship to God. • “When you fast” (Matt. 6:16-17) – Relationship to things. 2. How do we do the imperative? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Church's Membership Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 18, 2019

This chapter teaches us how to be a church that cares

THE CHURCH’S MEMBERSHIP I TIMOTHY 5:1-6:2 Introduction: This chapter teaches us how to be a church that cares. You could call it “special strokes for special folks.” Paul records the responsibilities of the fellowship toward various groups. It really boils down to “relationships.” All of us ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Love One Another Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on May 21, 2019

A very practical message on practical ways to love one another and the real motivation or benefit of loving one another.

Follow us on: Website: https://cityharvestag.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityHarvestA... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityharvestag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityHarvestAGChurch/featured Summary: A very practical message on practical ways to love one another and the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:35, 1 Peter 1:15-17, 1 John 4:7, 1 John 3:23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Asking Amiss

Contributed by John Mccormack on May 27, 2012

PRAYING GOD'S WILL

ASKING AMISS JAMES 4: 1-3 JAMES, WHOM MOST BELIEVE TO BE THE BROTHER OF CHRIST, WAS THE FIRST SPIRITUAL LEADER IN THE JERUSALEM CHURCH. THE GENERAL THEME OF JAMES WAS TO ENCOURAGE AND CORRECT DISAGREEMENTS AMONG A DIVERSE POPULATION WITHIN THE CHURCH. SOME SCHOLARS SUGGEST THE JEWISH ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Need A Boost?

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 17, 2012

We could all use a little boost every now and then. Some synonyms for “boost” are: improve, make better, advance. Sound refreshing? Sound invigorating?

NEED A BOOST? INTRODUCTION: We could all use a little more encouragement in our lives, don’t you think? We get run-down, we get disheartened. We wonder if what we’re doing really matters to anyone. We could all use a little boost every now and then. No, not the energy drink, although ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 12:25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Kind Of People We Ought To Be

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Apr 13, 2011

The fact of Christ’s soon return should have a great effect on the manner of our behaviour and perspective in life. Knowing that nothing on earth is permanent; that this is not our real home should dissuade us from materialism which leads a soul astray.

Intro: The fact of Christ’s soon return should have a great effect on the manner of our behaviour and perspective in life. Knowing that nothing on earth is permanent; that this is not our real home should dissuade us from materialism which leads a soul astray. Such truths related to Christ’s return ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:10-18

Denomination: *other

Fasting

Contributed by Gary Holt on Jan 14, 2020

an introduction to fasting

Credit: I edited some of Tom Fullers introduction for my sermon. https://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/how-to-be-invisible-tom-fuller-sermon-on-jesus-teachings-139102?ref=SermonSerps FASTING Matthew 6:16-18 Here are some pictures of my new truck: Talk about the new truck: Searched, features, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rejection

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 1, 2022

Let's take a look at the causes and cures of rejection

We will look at ways to help us realize that everyone needs love and acceptance. Everyone has experienced some form of rejection. We must realize that God, through His word, is the cure to all forms of rejection. I. Evidence of Rejection in Your Life 1. A distrust of God and His plan in our life. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:13-17, 1 Corinthians 15:9-10, 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

Denomination: Baptist