Sermons on Harmful Motives:

Going For The Gold

Contributed by Brad Rigney on Feb 13, 2006

This sermon compares the need for Motivation in order for Olympic athletes to win the Gold to our need for God’s Love to be our Motivation n Going for the Gold in Life.

Going for the Gold in Life 1John 4:7-21 Intro.: A. This weekend the Winter Olympics started. Some of the events include Figure Skating, Bobsleding, the Luge, Downhill Skiing, Speed skating, Cross Country skiing, snowboarding, etc. One of the elements of the Olympics is hearing the stories of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Adventist

How Jesus Reached People Series

Contributed by Joel Preston on Mar 22, 2012

In our text, some of the people followed Him with wrong motives & some whose motives were pure. Either way, Jesus loved them & ministered to their needs.

The Gospel of Mark #8 – “How Jesus Reached People” Mark 3:7-19 Intro – 1. Do you like to shave? I hate it! If it weren’t for my wife, I’d never shave! SLIDE – Big beard! 2. ILL – In the 1950s, marketing whiz Stanley Arnold was working at Young & ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:7-19

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Spiritual Surgery For Total Freedom

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 12, 2025

Just as a surgeon identifies and removes harmful growths to restore health, God performs spiritual surgery to heal us, deliver us, and restore us fully.

SPIRITUAL SURGERY FOR TOTAL FREEDOM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 4:12 Supporting Texts: Ezekiel 36:26, John 8:32, Psalm 139:23-24, Romans 12:2 INTRODUCTION: Many people are held back in life not by physical chains, but by invisible, spiritual strongholds—deep-seated wounds, hidden ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Silver Bullet 2

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 20, 2011

Exposition of Numbers 25 regarding two more motivations and ammunitions for Romans 8:13.

Text: Numbers 25:1-13, Title: Silver Bullet #2, Date/Place: NRBC, 6/19/11, AM A. Opening illustration: B. Background to passage: 1 Cor 10:6-10 gives us four OT reminders of God’s dealing with sin in His covenant people that should have known better, in order to help us fight sin in our own lives. ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 25:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

A Time For Everything

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 12, 2021

A good thing done at the wrong time can be a bad thing. That is, it can actually do more harm than good.

Art Linkletter tells of the young woman who married a wealthy old man. She was apparently quite fond of him in the beginning, but then she started to focus on the demands of maintaining a home. She told her husband that the garden looked shabby. All right he said spend some money to take care of ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

When Second Chances Aren't Enough. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 14, 2024

Some people may seek second chances, not to make amends or change their ways, but to continue causing harm and destruction in our lives.

Some people may seek second chances, not to make amends or change their ways, but to continue causing harm and destruction in our lives. It's essential to recognize this pattern and take steps to protect ourselves from repeat offenders. The Bible warns us about those who would lead others ...read more

Scripture: John 2:19-20, Matthew 10:14

How Negative Speech Can Have Devastating Consequences Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 27, 2025

When we speak negative, destructive words, we unleash a toxic force that can bring harm and devastation into our lives.

In the book of Proverbs, Solomon writes, "Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits" (Proverbs 18:21). This verse highlights the profound impact of our words on ourselves and those around us. When we speak negative, destructive words, we ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:4, Proverbs 18:21

Who Can Stand?

Contributed by Ken Pell on Aug 30, 2010

God’s judgment should give hope to the saint and motivation to repent to the sinner.

WHO CAN STAND? Rev. 6:12 – 7:12 Sermon Objective: God’s judgment should give hope to the saint and motivation to repent to the sinner. Supporting Scripture: Psalm 46; Psalm 91:9-10; Mark 13:24-25, Romans 8:28-39 INTRO Oh! Excuse me everyone. I was so busy reading this morning’s ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

God's Favorites Have No Favorites

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Sep 1, 2013

Believers know that God's love for all motivates and empowers them to show love to all.

A man and 24 of his friends and family and were refused service at a restaurant in Charleston, South Carolina. The reason: Michael Brown and his group are African-American. Apparently another customer - a white woman - complained that she felt threatened by their presence and Brown and his ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

The Truth About False Teachers Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 29, 2011

In this sermon, we cover the entire second chapter and attempt to understand the methods and motives of false teachers.

Introduction: A. The picture you are looking at is of Joe Cervantes, who was an officer with the Kewanee Police Department for 30 years. 1. On the desk in front of him is the assortment of stolen goods recovered from the home and office of a man named Roger “Tank” Harlow. 2. The story ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finding God In Our Lives SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

The pursuit of God is based on a decision and motivated by a firm conviction. Reaching this level requires an effort that few are motivated to take. Here is a reflection on what Isaiah speaks about this.

The search for God is a decision motivated by a strong conviction. It requires effort that few are willing to make. In this reflection, we will explore what Isaiah says about seeking God. Isaiah 55:6-7 (NIV) "Seek the Lord while he may be found; call on him while he is near. Let the wicked forsake ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:6-7

Topics: Faith, Commitment

No Bible No Power Know The Bible Know The Power

Contributed by Eddie Robinson on Jun 2, 2001

This sermon is written with the idea of motivating a person to become a Bible reader.

No Bible No Power Know the Bible Know the Power Catch phrase: Grab the Word 23 The same day came to him the Sadducees, which say that there is no resurrection, and asked him, 24 Saying, Master, Moses said, If a man die, having no children, his brother shall marry his wife, and raise up seed unto ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:23-33

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking Our Silence!!!

Contributed by Paul Kaiwi on Oct 19, 2006

This sermon will motivate christians to step out in faith and reach their communities.

Aloha I Ke Akua Christian Fellowship Senior Pastor Paul A. Kaiwi, Jr., M.D. Sunday Morning Service September 3, 2006 Breaking Our Silence!!! JOKE: Passengers aboard a luxurious cruise ship were having a great time until a baby girl fell overboard. Immediately there was an 80 year old man in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:7-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Just In Time"

Contributed by Ken Harris on Nov 26, 2003

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to have UNWAVERING FAITH in God.

U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fort Stewart, Georgia BIG IDEA: GOD MAY NOT COME EXACTLY WHEN YOU WANT HIM TO - BUT HE’S ALWAYS “ON TIME” … REFERENCES: Genesis 21:5 (And Abraham was an hundred years old when Isaac was born); Genesis 22:2-9 (And Abraham rose early … with his son Isaac … ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:16-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Law Of Liberty Series

Contributed by Tim George on Apr 19, 2001

What is it that motivates us to live the Christian life? It is the Law of Liberty.

So speak and so do as those who will be judged by the law of liberty. (James 2:12) Once when Alabama was playing Auburn, Coach Bear Bryant sent in his 2nd string quarterback with instructions to run on every play and he had better not pass the ball. Alabama led by three points and only had to run ...read more

Scripture: James 2:12

Denomination: Baptist