Sermons on Ill Gotten Gains:

Spiritual Checks You Can Take To The Bank #1 - The Certainty Of God's Grace Series

Contributed by Mark Thornton on Oct 2, 2001

The first of a study of Paul’s Trustworthy Sayings. This one helps us to gain a fuller understanding of God’s grace.

INTRODUCTION. -- How many of you have ever bought something from a TV commercial? I’ve never been one to do this very much -- partly because I usually missed the type of commercials advertising products (getting a snack); and partly because the products were always too expensive. Then an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-20, Titus 3:3-8

Denomination: *other

The Work Of Reconciliation - Chancing One's Arm Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Jul 26, 2009

To help us gain a wonderful picture of reconciliation found in Christ and encourage us to be about the ministry of reconciliation given to the church.

FOR THE LOVE OF CHRIST A MESSAGE SERIES FROM COLOSSIANS The Work of Reconciliation – Chancing One’s Arm, Col 1:19-29 INTRODUCTION: A. The oldest Christian site in Ireland is said to be St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Dublin. (Slide Of St Patrick’s) 1. It is a beautiful edifice as you can see ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Vanity Of Living Wisely Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 27, 2010

In today’s lesson we learn that apart from God, we will not gain anything from living wisely.

Scripture We continue in our sermon series on the Old Testament book of Ecclesiastes. The writer of Ecclesiastes, also known as “Qoheleth” and “the Preacher,” wanted to know how to live a meaningful life. He tried all kinds of ways to live a meaningful life. Today we shall ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:12-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Five Steps To Salvation Series

Contributed by Coz Von on Jul 13, 2016

People who feel alienated from God sometimes think their situation is hopeless, How can we gain hope

I was eleven the day I almost drowned. A “harmless” prank at a summer-camp swimming pool nearly ruined my day—and my life! I was away from home for the first time at Camp Cedar Falls, in Southern California’s San Bernardino mountains. A swim in the camp pool with my friends ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:27, Romans 7:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Oaks Of Shame Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Apr 26, 2016

The sin is the attempt to turn worship away from the practice of giving honor to God to the practice of manipulating God for personal gain.

Isaiah 1:27-31 Oaks of Shame 7/16/00e D. Marion Clark Introduction When I was breaking chapter one into sermon segments, I was hesitant about where to place verses 27 and 28. If you are reading the NIV, you will see how the translators have them set alone. I could have preached only those ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:27-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Spiritually Alive Or Dead In Sin?

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jan 20, 2019

You are either being led by the Spirit in you which is great gain and profitable or by the body which is fatal and a loss to you

May the peace of the Lord be with. Topic: *SPIRITUALLY ALIVE OR DEAD IN SIN?* Romans 8:9-10 King James Version (KJV) 9 But ye are not in the flesh, but in the Spirit, if so be that the Spirit of God dwell in you. Now if any man have not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:9-10

Denomination: Charismatic

Be Wise - Try Again (Part 7)

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Aug 10, 2019

Using the words of Solomon to gain wisdom for daily living. Today we look at why we should not give up.

BE WISE - TRY AGAIN Proverbs 24:16 August 11, 2019 What do these people have in common? Sir James Dyson Jerry Seinfeld Theodor Seuss Geisel Elvis Presley Michael Jordan They were all said to have failed. James Dyson failed 5,126 times in his invention of the Dyson bagless vacuum. Jerry ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:16, 2 Corinthians 5:17, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Baptist

The Bible Is Misinterpreted Or Distorted For Self-Justification Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 7, 2025

This sermon will examine seven examples of biblical misinterpretation, highlighting the dangers of distorting God's word for personal gain.

The Holy Bible, a sacred scripture for millions, has been a source of guidance, comfort, and wisdom for centuries. However, some individuals have manipulated its teachings to justify their sinful actions. This sermon will examine seven examples of biblical misinterpretation, highlighting the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35, 1 Corinthians 6:18-20

Get Rich In God: Jesus Is Coming PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 24, 2024

This sermon explores the immeasurable value of knowing Christ, encouraging believers to surrender all for the sake of gaining a deeper relationship with Him.

Welcome, beloved family in Christ. It is always a joy to gather together in the House of the Lord, unified by our common faith, bound by the love of Christ, and driven by the power of the Holy Spirit. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here to seek God's face, to hear His ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8

Topics: Getting Rich, God

Sermon On A First-Hand Experience

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 13, 2022

First-hand experience is defined as information or experience gained or learned directly, rather than from other people or books.

Agatha Christie, a renowned British writer of detective novels once remarked: “The first time you do a thing is always exciting.” Matthew 28:18-20 reminds us: “And Jesus came and said to them, ‘All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33, Romans 5:5, James 3:17, Acts 13:3

To Live Is Christ Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 21, 2022

Commentators call vs 21 the ‘heart of the book of Philippians’. Philippians 1:21 For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.

To Live is Christ   Philippians 1:21-30 Introduction Our series is called FUEL FOR YOUR FAITH and we are listening to God through Paul’s letter to the Philippians. First lesson was Focus on the Finish Line - Jesus is coming! Second Lesson was Advancing Through the Challenges of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Divine Connection Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Jan 23, 2024

This sermon explores the importance of rest, prayer, and re-connection with God, as exemplified by Jesus in the gospels, for gaining the strength to fulfill our divine purpose and calling.

As we begin today, I want you to imagine this scene in your mind; A seasoned surfer, skillfully riding the waves, perfectly attuned to the rhythm of the ocean. Masterfully watching and waiting as the tide comes in and goes out, all the while, keeping a sharp eye out for that perfect wave. All at ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-39

Topics: Divine Connection, Rest And Prayer, Purpose

Psalm 55 Title: When Sorrows Like Sea Billows Roll Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 21, 2021

If we have been tempted to give up, to run away from our problems, then this is the psalm for us. Most of us have been where David was in this psalm—hard pressed by circumstances that are partly our own making but which have gotten beyond our control.

Home Lessons October 9, 2015 Tom Lowe PSALM 55 Title: When Sorrows Like Sea Billows Roll (To the chief Musician on Neginoth, Maskil, a Psalm of David.) Theme: A Cry of Faith in the Time of Antichrist Psalm 55 (KJV) 1 Give ear to my prayer, O God; and hide not thyself ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

"Waking Up"

Contributed by J. Curtis Goforth, O.s.l. on Aug 31, 2008

Sermon for the 16th Sunday after Pentecost centered around the statement by Jesus, "What will it profit them if they gain the whole world but forfeit their life?"

"Waking Up" Sermon on Matthew 16:21-28 Pentecost +16-A August 31, 2008 The Rev. J. Curtis Goforth, O.S.L. There’s a great movie that came out several years ago entitled Waking Ned Devine. The movie is set in a tiny little coastal village in Ireland called Tullymore. And one of the main ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: United Methodist

How Much Will You Sacrifice For God?

Contributed by Kelly Durant on Sep 24, 2016

To serve God or gain something of great value you must fight to earn it, and not everyone is willing to make the sacrifice. But those who do remain respected..

How Much Will You Sacrifice For God? Kelly Durant Matthew 13:45 Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a merchant man, seeking goodly pearls :46 Who, when he had found one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had, and bought it. 2. How many of you have ever wanted something really ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:45-46

Denomination: Salvation Army