Sermons on Material Things:

Barabbas Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 28, 2016

Talk about Barabbas' sin, service, Savior, and silence (Material adapted from John Phillips' book, Exploring People of the New Testament, Chapter 35 Barabbas and His Cross, pgs. 317-324)

HoHum: Picture and commentary at: http://www.sermons4kids.com/crucifixion_gk_10x14.pdf and http://www.sermons4kids.com/crucifixion_gkennedy_comments.htm Pass out the pictures and Start with the character on the left and move to the right...... The Pharisee- Some of those present hated Jesus. Some ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:17-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is Your World Spinning? Series

Contributed by Dave Martin on Nov 21, 2000

How the things of the world affects our lives.

"Is Your World Spinning?" "Knowing Our Enemy" series - Part 2 of 7 Text: 1 John 2:15-17 & Selected Cross Creek Community Church July 2, 2000 God’s Word is Powerful, Relevant, and Up to Date! 1 John 2:15-17 "Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Bible Church

When Will The True Independence Come?

Contributed by Paul Richard on Oct 2, 2022

We were joyous on 1st October being our country's independence day even when circumstances have stolen the expressions of the way we ought to feel about memorable event.

I keep on reflecting every moment this period comes, about what it truly means. Is the nation better now than before independence? Are the promises of those entrusted in positions of responsibility fulfilled? As we approached 2023 a year of turnaround as predicted in our nation, some people are ...read more

Scripture: John 8:32-36

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Do We Know We're Living In The Last Days?

Contributed by Eugene Pansler Jr on Oct 28, 2018

3 major signs we're living in the last days.

How do we know we're in the last days, public shootings, prophecy, or pubic school violence? In 2 tim 3: 1-7, the Apostle Paul helps us know how er're living in the last days. How do we know er're living in the last days, (first, second, third), by a: 1. Luke Warm Country. how do we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Songs Of Ascent – Part 8 – Psalm 126 – Sow In Bitter Tears And Reap The Joyful Harvest Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 2, 2023

Why is it we are slow or forgetful to recall the good things the Lord has done for us; not JUST the good things, but GREAT things. Those who sow in tears will reap in joyful shouting. Some forget what God did for them. Never lose hope for joy will come.

THE SONGS OF ASCENT – PART 8 – PSALM 126 – SOW IN BITTER TEARS AND REAP THE JOYFUL HARVEST Psalm 126:0 A Song of Ascents. [A]. NOT A DREAM, NOT AN ILLUSION, BUT NOW REALITY {{Psalm 126:1 “When the LORD brought back the captive ones of Zion, we were like those who dream.”}} “I just can’t ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:1-6, Psalm 137:1-6, Psalm 51:12, 1 John 1:8-9, Ezekiel 20:6-8, Psalm 126:5-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Word Became Flesh Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jan 25, 2005

In this message we will look at the humanity of Jesus and see the awesome things Jesus being flesh and blood has brought to us. (I Am Jesus - part 3)

The Word Became Flesh I Am Jesus – part 3 (FYI – in my notes whenever you see… [Tim…] – this is a time in my message when I call out different people by name. I find that doing this helps to get everyones attention) 1In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

If Only

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Feb 3, 2003

We often live our lives thinking "If Only," and this attitude foils the contentment God wants us to live in daily.

If Only TCF Sermon January 12, 2003 As a rule, Man’s a fool When it’s hot, He wants it cool. And when it’s cool, He wants it hot, Always wanting What is not. Now isn’t that so true? When we have the hot summer weather here in Tulsa, we complain about how dreadfully hot it is. When it gets cold ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5, Philippians 4:11-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Devil Wants To Use You!!!

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 16, 2022

There are two things we all will agree on in this congregation:

(1) WE RECOGNIZE THAT GOD CREATED US Christians believe in CREATIONISM not in EVOLUTION. Why? One of the reasons is that evolution does not make any sense. Illus: Did you hear about the six year old girl that was sitting in a classroom? The teacher was going to explain evolution to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

How The Devil Wants To Use You!!!

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 18, 2022

There are two things we all will agree on in this congregation:

(1) WE RECOGNIZE THAT GOD CREATED US Christians believe in CREATIONISM not in EVOLUTION. Why? One of the reasons is that evolution does not make any sense. Illus: Did you hear about the six year old girl that was sitting in a classroom? The teacher was going to explain evolution to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

Your Change Is Coming

Contributed by Robert Drake on Mar 12, 2009

God wants all of us to change.

Change can be very hard. The world is changing so quickly that we awaken with new anxieties each day. Rick Joyner once said that, “change is coming on the world so fast, that the only thing we can count on is change.” Change even affects the church. Worship music is changing. Worship service is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Godly Financial Management Part 5 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 19, 2013

This message focuses on the rich man who asked Jesus what must he do to inherit eternal life and the widow's mite.

Godly Financial Management Part 2 Paying God Part 4 Scriptures: Luke 18:18-25; 21:1-4; 2 Corinthians 9:7 Introduction: In my message last week I shared with you two situations Paul addressed as it related to the Gentiles and their relationship to the Law (which they did not have) and how ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Widow's Might

Contributed by David Henderson on Apr 2, 2014

God has a claim on your life. He does not just claim a part of you for Himself. He claims all of you. He doesn’t just want part of you…He wants all of you.

Burt Reynolds once starred in a film titled “The End.” In the movie he decides to take his life by swimming as far as he can until he is completely exhausted and then not having the strength to get back he thought he would drown. But as he begins to sink under the water he changes his ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"The Widow's Might"

Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 24, 2013

God has a claim on your life. He does not just claim a part of you for Himself. He claims all of you. He doesn’t just want part of you…He wants all of you.

HEARTBEATS “The Widow’s Might” Mark 12: 41-44 Burt Reynolds once starred in a film titled “The End.” In the movie he decides to take his life by swimming as far as he can until he is completely exhausted and then not having the strength to get back he thought he ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Baptist

Christ: The "Life" That Satisfies

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Apr 29, 2006

Does life really consist of the abundance of possessions, time, etc.?

“Someone in the crowd said to him, ‘Teacher, tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me.’ Jesus replied, ‘Man, who appointed me a judge or an arbiter between you?’ Then he said to them, ‘Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; a man’s life does not consist in the abundance of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Where Is Your Trust? Series

Contributed by Steven Strickland on Apr 19, 2020

THE ONLY SURE THING THAT WE CAN TRUST, IN THIS WORLD, IS JESUS CHRIST.

WHERE IS YOUR TRUST? PSALM 20:7 NKJV Some trust in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the Lord our God. BEFORE I DEAL WITH OUR MAIN TEXT, I WANT TO LOOK AT SOME PRINCIPLES OF TRUST BY WAY OF INTRODUCTION WHERE DO WE TURN IN A DAY WHEN TRUST HAS BEEN MISUSED, MALIGNED, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 20:7

Denomination: Independent/Bible