Sermons on Luxury:

(Section 6) The Perfect Man And The Second Coming Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 26, 2018

Discussion of Chapter 5 of James, Poor being abused. Rich being arrogant. Watch your mouth.

THE PERFECT MAN AND THE SECOND COMING Intro: Many topics are discussed in this chapter: Trouble of various kinds, poor being deprived of their wages, people physically sick, spiritual backsliding, and prayer. James encourages the believer through it all by saying, "for the coming of the ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who's Afraid Of Big Bad Wolf

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 6, 2025

Revelation 18

WHO’S AFRAID OF BIG, BAD BABYLON? (REVELATION 18:1-10) One of the longest-running daytime TV show in USA is “Judge Judy,” who presided over real-life small-claims disputes within a simulated courtroom set. Prior to the proceedings, all involved parties signed arbitration contracts agreeing to ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Life With A Difference # 1 Series

Contributed by Jerald Scott on Aug 7, 2024

Like a ‘cruise to nowhere,’ drifting aimlessly, finding diversions in food, fun, and sleep

Series - Maximum Impact, Life with a difference # 1 Ever hear of a ‘Cruise to Nowhere’? On Friday night people board luxury cruise ships for a 2 to 3 day sail on the seas that literally goes nowhere! The ship leaves port on Friday night, out to sea, sails in large circles, and returns to port ...read more

Scripture: John 4:35-36

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Insanity Of Sin Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Feb 23, 2025

A sermon exploring Nebuchadnezzar's fall from kingship into insanity because of his pride and arrogance.

The Insanity of Sin Book of Daniel Series Text: Daniel 4 CSB ________________________________________ Introduction: As some of you know, I grew up with a very broken home life. My parents split up when I was 5, and they both had various romantic attachments throughout my youth. From 5 years ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12, Luke 13:6-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Treasure In Heaven Part 1 - Matthew 6:19-21 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Oct 21, 2024

Jesus told the Rich Young Ruler to sell everything and give it to the poor. Why didn’t he tell anyone else that? What does God want us to do with our wealth?

Matthew 6:19-21 "Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. 20 But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. 21 For where your treasure ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Faith & Giving Part 2 – How Can We Help? Series

Contributed by Steve Lawson on Jan 7, 2004

One of the purposes of our giving is to help those in need.

Faith & Giving Part 2 – How Can We Help? 2 Corinthians 8:1-7 Vs. 7 - Since you excel in so many ways—you have so much faith, such gifted speakers, such knowledge, such enthusiasm, and such love for us—now I want you to excel also in this gracious ministry of giving.1 How to Excel in Giving 1. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Remember

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 8, 2005

In God’s infinite wisdom, as he created the human man, He made many distinctive choices. He gave us 5 senses: Hearing, seeing, tasting, smelling and touching. He gave us eyes to see his beautiful creation. Ears to listen and help comprehend; A nose t

In God’s infinite wisdom, as he created the human man, He made many distinctive choices. He gave us 5 senses: Hearing, seeing, tasting, smelling and touching. He gave us eyes to see his beautiful creation. Ears to listen and help comprehend; A nose to smell the beautiful flowers and wonderful ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:2-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Antidote For Worry

Contributed by Barry Stone on Jan 19, 2006

It is a short message on the subject of worry.

Introduction: “Every system in your body is affected by worry.” (McCoy, www.pioneerthing.com/trauma.html,1) It can affect your breathing, liver, stomach and even your skin through rash or itch. In one website, they asked the question what should you do to conquer worry? I found it interesting ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Frivolity Of Prosperity

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 30, 2015

To spend frantically and thoughtlessly is norm today, but to count every penny and be wise is class apart!

Frivolity of prosperity! 1 Timothy 6:17”…. Do not set your hope on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who richly provides us with everything to enjoy.” Five year old Krishna of our Abide School, holds on to coins really, really tight; I saw him this morning during the school ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:16-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Bulging Bag – Gaping Worthlessness!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 6, 2012

Some of our lives are like this bulging bag with gaping worthlessness! We need to be disciplined!

Psalm 119:37 “Turn away my eyes from looking at worthless things, And revive me in Your way.” The bag was bulging and he came to school studiously carrying the bag; not many come to our school with such big bags, though, filled with text books and note books. The eight year old boy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:37

Denomination: Pentecostal

John The Baptizer

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jan 5, 2012

Series on Mark 1 - about the Master & the Messenger

1.1 The Master (Jesus) beginning: Mark starts with Christ’s adult life & ministry (no birth, genealogies, etc.) gospel: the good news that a new king was ascending the throne [evangelion] Jesus: from Joshua, meaning salvation (they had waited 400 yrs since the last prophet) Christ: from ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Birth Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 10, 2017

Jesus was born at the time that God had set before the world was created. Many things had to come together in anticipation of this great event. In Ephesians 4:4, it says of this time, “But when the time had fully come, God sent His Son, born of a wo....

Harmony of the Gospels -5-4 BC- Bethlehem (7) Birth of Jesus Christ (Isaiah 7:14) Matthew 1:24-25, Luke 2:1-7 Jesus was born at the time that God had set before the world was created. Many things had to come together in anticipation of this great event. In Ephesians 4:4, it says of this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:24-25, Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Saint Francis For The Twenty-First Century Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 29, 2018

St. Francis stands out in the thirteenth century, perhaps the last great Catholic century, and a recovery of his spirit would be a good start toward converting the culture of this twenty-first century.

October 4, 2018 St. Francis of Assisi The saint we celebrate today is probably the most famous one of the second Christian millennium, and I suspect also the one we need most to emulate today. Our modern culture is steeped in materialism and consumerism. I can prove that by asking you to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:14-18, Matthew 11:25-30, Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Catholic

Can You Still Love And Worship God Through Disappointments? Series

Contributed by Alis Cerrahyan on Jun 28, 2019

Some of the saddest moments of our lives are when we're going through a serious challenge; or the loss of a job; or even the loss of a loved one. But the saddest of all is when God stops correcting us.

God calls children a blessing and a gift! Jesus actually tells us to be like children and to come to him full of faith and trust. Mark 10:15 reads, "Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” The most important ingredients a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:15, Psalm 8:2, Matthew 18:2-6

What Happens After You Die? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Apr 3, 2003

What happens after death is widely argued among non-Christians. The simple truth is: when you die, you will continue to exist and where you spend eternity depends on the choices you make in the here and now.

What Happens After You Die? Luke 16:19-31 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION How old were you when you began to realize people die? One of my earliest memories was when I was about five years old and my family was traveling to Panama City, Florida to attend my grandfather’s funeral. I recall ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist