Sermons on Health Wealth:

Genuine Truths Revealed Inside The Temple Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Jan 23, 2014

It was Tuesday before Jesus' crucifixion. Notice how He spent His last days. He condemned the self-righteous scribes and commended the selfless giving of one poor, destitute widow,

Countdown to Calvary Mark 12:38-44 Genuine Truths Revealed Inside the Temple Intro - 38 Then He said to them in His teaching… Outside the Temple in courtyard of women 13 shophar shaped receptacles (according to Mishnah - new shekel dues, old shekel dues, bird offerings, young birds for the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:23-44

Denomination: Baptist

Prioritizing Your Relationship With God

Contributed by Delishia Davis on Mar 30, 2016

Regardless of how difficult opposition may rise, remember that Almighty God has a purpose and plan to far exceed anything of the world and its leverages. When you stand firm in the relationship with God, he gives you power to overcome, excel and exceed

“Day and night I’ll stick with God; I’ve got a good thing going and I’m not letting go.” Psalm 16:8 King David records his most intimate thoughts in the writings of the Psalms. He begins Psalm 16 with a declaration that the Almighty God is in control of his life, and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:6-8

Denomination: United Methodist

When Bad Things Hapen Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 6, 2016

Job is a man with abundant blessings and a sincere faith. Still he experiences tragic loss.

Job 1:1-22 “When Bad Things Happen” INTRODUCTION There are times when we believe in ideas that are not true. Though it may not make much sense here in the Valley of the Sun, but I grew up believing that if I didn’t dress warm enough for the harsh fall and winter days I ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Judges 17 - House Priest Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 2, 2023

A man named Micah has lots of money, his mother uses the money to make an idol, and Micah hires a free-lancing Levite as his personal priest. The man Micah had a house of gods, a house of God, as good as that at Shiloh.

Text: Judges 17 Theme: House Priest Beginning of Idolatry: A man named Micah has lots of money, his mother uses the money to make an idol, and Micah hires a free-lancing Levite as his personal priest. she made it evident that she idolized her son, by telling him she had wholly dedicated this ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Moving Life's Mountains SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

Regardless of the size of the challenges we face in life, they can be overcome through faith

No matter what challenges you face in life, they can be overcome. In Mark 11:22-26, Jesus tells us that if we have faith in God, we can move mountains. This means that no matter how big or difficult our problems may seem, God is greater and can help us overcome them. We all encounter mountains in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:22-26

Topics: Faith, Overcoming Challenges

The Empty Expedition Of Enjoyment Series

Contributed by James Mcdonald on Sep 18, 2007

Solomon’s personal testimony of his empty expedition to find satisfaction without God.

The Empty Expedition of Enjoyment Illustration This past Tuesday, Stacy and I went up to Freeport to encourage a local homeschooling support group. The group had advertised the event in their area, seeking to increase attendance a bit. I received an email from a friend of mine, Bob, who attends a ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Blessed To Be A Blessing

Contributed by Scott Carroll on Mar 12, 2008

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BLESSED TO BE A BLESSING Sunday, September 09, 2007 Gen 12:1-3 1 Now the LORD had said unto Abram, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy father’s house, unto a land that I will shew thee: 2 And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Do You Fear God For Nothing?” Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 1, 2019

Introduction to the book of Job - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Rough Guide to The Book of Job: FOUR THINGS TO NOTE: • The book of Job is unique. • The book of Job is poetic • The book of Job is hazardous • The book of Job is history TWO KEY THEMES: • Patience. • Suffering. THREE Acts: • Act #1: The character of Job (vs 1-5) • Act #2: The conversation ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-11

Denomination: Brethren

Priority Of Concern Series

Contributed by Wayne Mock on Feb 4, 2011

People can have many priorities. Jesus expects His followers to have priorities based on His value system, not the value system of the world.

There are many things in life about which we can be concerned. We can be concerned about the weather – when will it be warmer? We can be concerned about the economy – especially if we are being directly affected by the recession. One’s health is also a matter of concern to many people. This ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Misery Of Misplaced Trust Series

Contributed by Steven Mclain on Oct 20, 2000

When our trust or faith is placed on anything other than God, it will always lead to misery.

INTRODUCTION The subject of the book of James is Faith. James is challenging his readers as well as all that profess the name Christ concerning the authenticity of our faith. True faith will result in true Christ like living. Dead faith, which is faith without works, can not save. In chapter ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Get A Grip Series

Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Jul 23, 2006

To truly understand what is important in life requires one to have a grip on what is important. In our materialistic society, we think a plethora of possessions is important, but Jesus taught his disciples and teaches us differently.

DISCOVERING YOUR GIFT (PART IX); GET A GRIP (GIFT OF POVERTY) MATTHEW 6:24-34 SOMETIMES YOU DON’T APPRECIATE WHAT YOU HAVE, UNTIL YOU DON’T HAVE WHAT YOU SHOULD HAVE APPRECIATED. MEN – GOOD THING . . . MS. GOOD THING TEENAGERS . . . CHURCH – COMPLAINING . . . MISS WATER – WELL RUNS DRY. LESSON ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Gracious Gift

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Nov 2, 2005

A Christmas Eve Sermon, written in poetry.

Christmas Eve 2003 John 1: 1-14 Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Lord God, on this special night, we celebrate the birth of your dear Son, our Savior, Jesus the Christ. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Recognizing Godliness Series

Contributed by Tim Huie on Feb 11, 2009

How do we recognize and pursue Godliness? 1. We stay away from evil influences. 2. We follow the teachings of scripture. 3. We anticipate divine blessing.

HOW TO RECOGNIZE GODLINESS PSALMS 1 1. Illus. of two magazine articles • One was on famous femal movie star. She talked about her desire to accumulate wealth, popularity, and sexual promiscuity. “I’m not happy, and I don’t even know anybody who is!” • The other article was about Mother Teresa. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Concentrated Conversions And Pushing The Envelope Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 26, 2009

Sometimes God opens our hearts and minds to His will in increments.

Concentrated Conversions and Pushing the Envelope (Acts 9:32-43) 1. It seems that Philip had planted several churches around Joppa, and Peter was traveling to them to strengthen them and teach them. He came to an area near modern Tel Aviv, where our story takes place. Lydda is now know as Lud ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:32-43

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Long Obedience

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 24, 2007

Having entered the Christian life, we need encouragement to stay the course. God, through the Apostle Paul, urges us to persevere.

2 Corinthians 4:13-18 A Long Obedience “Since we have the same spirit of faith according to what has been written, “I believed, and so I spoke,” we also believe, and so we also speak, knowing that he who raised the Lord Jesus will raise us also with Jesus and bring us with you into his presence. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist