Sermons on low wages: showing 946-960 of 28,750

When A Right May Be Wrong

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Sep 12, 2005

Paul tells how he gave up his right of material support for the sake of the gospel.

In chapter 8 Paul told the Corinthians that they should not to eat in the pagan temples. (That was a common practice in Corinth. Eating in a temple was sort of like going to a restaurant today.) One thing Paul knows about the Corinthians is that many of them are questioning whether he is a real ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Empire Strikes Back

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 30, 2015

Awesome message, on how God's kingdom strikes back against self-righteousness, sin, lethargy, and by imparting spiritual power.

CHRISTMAS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK Rev. 11:15 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Survivor 1. Did you hear about the three college students who were selected to take part in the next series of “Survivor?” 2. One was from UT, one was from SHSU, and the third one was from A & M. They were going ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 11:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Whatever Happened To Sin? Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Feb 14, 2022

Our culture, our world, and even many in the church of lost the concept of sin. All quotes from scripture are from the NASB.

Our society’s, our culture's concept of sin is very closely related to their concept of holiness, God’s holiness. Our culture has a lack of a belief in God, or at very least, if there is a belief in a higher power, our culture’s has a low estimation of God’s holiness. Our single biggest ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9-18, Romans 3:23

Denomination: Baptist

The Love Language Of Giving / Receiving Gifts Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 16, 2022

Looking at the 5 love languages and how we can demonstrate them and lead us toward God.

5 Love Languages - Gifts May 8, 2022 I think we all enjoy receiving gifts. Some though like it more, in fact, they live for those gifts. They don’t have to be super expensive, just something which says I was thinking about you. Of course, if you don’t know that someone craves receiving gifts ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9, Ephesians 1:3-8, John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Progress Vs. Liberty: Challenging The Politically Correct Cultural Revolution

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 26, 2021

Augustine the great early church theologian witnessed the downfall of Roman civilization. He had gone from a harlot, a pleasure seeker, important in the court of Rome, to converting to Christianity.

Augustine the great early church theologian witnessed the downfall of Roman civilization. He had gone from a harlot, a pleasure seeker, important in the court of Rome, to converting to Christianity. But things were falling apart, because Rome was about to fall. In America I often wonder: Are we ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Salvation Army

God’s Healing Grace

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Nov 17, 2017

This sermon looks at another aspect of God's grace, His healing grace, which comes by changing our thinking process. Because of God's grace we're acceptable, valuable, lovable, and forgivable.

God’s Healing Grace Psalm 147:3 If there’s one truism I have learned in my 64 years is that no one goes through this life without pain, hurt, and sorrow. Everyone has problems, hurts, and hidden wounds, emotions scars that we allow no one else to see. One of these hurts, wounds, and scars is ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare

The Service Of Rejecting The World Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Nov 18, 2006

To be what God has called us to be and to serve God as we must... we must reject the world and its philosophies

Date Written: November 18, 2006 Date Preached: November 19, 2006 Where Preached: OZHBC (AM) Sermon Series: Living a Life of Service Sermon Title: The Service of Rejecting the World Sermon Text: James 4:1-10 Introduction: No one needs to raise their hands but has anyone here ever ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Way To Worship

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Aug 14, 2003

IN THIS SERMON ON WORSHIP,WE SEE THE IMPORTANCE OF WORSHIP, THE INGREDIENTS OF WORSHIP, AND THE IMPLICATIONS OF WORSHIP.

THE WAY TO WORSHIP JOHN 4:19-26 I know something about everyone of you and then there are some things that I don’t know about you. But there is one thing I know for certain, and that is that there is a vacuum in your heart that won’t be satisfied unless God is worshiped in your life. The things of ...read more

Scripture: John 4:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

In Terror, Peace

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Dec 23, 2001

Our times of terror are like those into which Jesus was born. Then and now we try to carve out peace with government, wealth, ingenuity. But Jesus is the source of peace because His life was given to service, His dependence on things was nil, and He ope

And on earth, peace. What an ancient longing! What a long-standing frustration! On earth, peace. I don’t know what language angels sing in, and I suppose the shepherds would have known only Aramaic, but we have grown accustomed to choirs singing the angelic words in Latin: “Gloria in excelsis ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

It's Not The Economy, Stupid! Series

Contributed by Joel Smith on Aug 6, 2008

The erosion of values always runs downhill.

I think I need to begin by explaining the title of today’s sermon. Back in 1992 William Jefferson Clinton’s campaign slogan was, “It’s the economy, stupid.” His campaign manager, James Carville, formulated the saying to keep the Clinton campaign focused on an issue that was sure to beat George ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

When Your World Falls Apart - Part 1

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Sep 10, 2006

Part 1 of 2: What our response to God should be when life gets messy.

2 Samuel 12:16-23 When Your World Falls Apart Woodlawn Baptist Church September 10, 2006 Introduction Read 2 Samuel 12:16-23. We can only imagine what a terrible low point this must have been in David’s life. During the course of the previous year, King David has been involved in an adulterous ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:16-23

Denomination: Baptist

Strong In Christ Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 17, 2012

The apostle Paul tells what it means to be strong in Christ. 1- We access God’s armor 2- We recognize God’s enemy 3- We serve God’s saints

INTRO.- There is strength and there is strength. ILL.- A young strong man at the construction site was bragging that he could outdo anyone in a feat of strength. He kept making fun of one of the older workers. After several minutes, the older worker had had enough. "Why don't you put your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Once Saved, Always Changed Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Nov 22, 2010

God changes those he saves into those who are devoted to good works.

Scripture Introduction Many of you know the slogan, “Once Saved, Always Saved.” Some Christians love how that phrase justifies a lack of godliness even after they walked the aisle, or were baptized, or made some profession of faith. Other Christians hate the saying because of its lack of Biblical ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Depths Of Despair

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Mar 6, 2022

This message looks at some Bible passages on the cave of despair. How do people tend to act when they find themselves in such a dark place? What do we need to do, in order for God to deliver us into a place of hope and life?

I want to get us started with our message this morning by sharing an illustration that I’ve used on numerous occasions: Back when I was in college, I used to go cave exploring with a friend as often as possible. Sometimes we went about twice a week. Well, one evening we followed a lead for a new ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:9-10, 1 Kings 18:4, Psalm 142:5-7, John 11:38-44

Denomination: Baptist

It' Not About Us

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Apr 22, 2020

We love our church traditions and are proud of the good things we do. But our calling is to honor Jesus above ourselves and change any tradition to better point people to Jesus, like John the Baptist.

One of the fun parts of the Christmas season is getting letters from old friends and learning how their kids are turning out. Erik, whom I confirmed years ago, is in the Air Force now. Annie is a commercial artist. Allen, who used to get bullied, is a police officer now. Tim is married, with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-17