Sermons on Materialism:

Misplaced Wealth Series

Contributed by John Sears on Nov 27, 2013

How should American's handle our wealth? Should those who are wealthy feel guilty about special vacations and favorite hobbies. Should we sell everything if we want to be real follower of Jesus?

Intro Today, we talk about something that requires wisdom and diligence to handle correctly. It is something we have all held in our hands at one time or another. It has the power for good, but it also has the power to destroy. Despite its power, it is something we all need. I’m talking ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31, 1 Timothy 6:17-19

Denomination: Christian Church

Where Do We Turn In Troubled Times? Series

Contributed by E. True Neilson on Dec 15, 2014

At first glance the book of Numbers reads a bit like an operations manual. It’s got numbers of soldiers, lists of names, and a bit of repetition. Tucked between those lists and numbers are some stories of real people, dealing with real issues of faith!

WHERE DO WE TURN IN TROUBLED TIMES? Numbers 22 ***This message tagteam preached with Doug (layperson in our church) -In 2006 there were two movies made about the Battle of Iwo Jima. WW2 -Both movies were directed by Clint Eastwood. -The first movie was called Flags of Our Fathers and was released ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 22:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Unholy Trinity: Me, Myself And I

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Apr 5, 2011

Someone once said, “All the trouble in the world is due to selfishness”. At first I considered that to be too extreme of a statement but the more I thought about it the more I subscribed to it. Gladstone said, “Selfishness is the greatest curse of the hum

THE UNHOLY TRINITY: ME, MYSELF AND I INTRODUCTION: Someone once said, “All the trouble in the world is due to selfishness”. At first I considered that to be too extreme of a statement but the more I thought about it the more I subscribed to it. Gladstone said, “Selfishness is the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Search For Life’s Meaning Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 16, 2011

from a series about the life of Solomon. An examination of the book of Eccelesiastes, to conclude the series, and to see what Solomon concluded near the end of his recorded life.

Ecclesiastes 12:13 Intro: Ecclesiastes 12:13 Now all has been heard; here is the conclusion of the matter: Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the whole duty of man. If you were to read those words at the end of a book, you might say, “Well, here it is. Here’s the ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is The Love Of Money Really The Root Of All Evil?

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jan 5, 2012

Is the love of money really the root of all evil or all kinds of evils? Aren't there sins which can't be traced back to the almighty dollar? That can't be true, can it? Yes, it is, without exception, absolutely true.

The Authorized Version: For the love of money is the root of all evil: 1 Timothy 6:10a (KJV) A Modern Version: For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. 1 Timothy 6:10a (ESV) Is the love of money really the root of all evil or all kinds of evils? Aren't there sins which can't be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Nature And Mindset Of Gentiles

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Jan 10, 2012

All of us are former Gentiles in the flesh. As such there are some things that the scripture has to say about our previous nature. Knowledge of these things can keep the Christian from slipping into the old Gentile mindset and habits. The same knowledge

Intro: The term “Gentiles” (Heb. “goyim”) appears at least 129 times in the KJB. It means all nations except the Jews. In the course of time, as the Jews began more and more to pride themselves on their spiritual privileges, the word “Gentile” was used as a term ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:31-32

Denomination: *other

The Steps Of Sin In A Believer's Life

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Jan 11, 2012

God’s word and experience tell us that Christians do sin. The Bible makes it clear that sin has consequences even for believers. God does not intend for His children to sin once they have been born again. Sadly, some believers bring shame to themselves an

Intro: God’s word and experience tell us that Christians do sin. The Bible makes it clear that sin has consequences even for believers. God does not intend for His children to sin once they have been born again (1 John 2:1). Sadly, some believers bring shame to themselves and God by the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-21

Denomination: *other

You Can't Have It Both Ways

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Apr 23, 2012

The attitude of many "Christians" is that they want the blessings of Christ but yet they want to be able to indulge in all the worldly pleasures too. They think having the best of both worlds is the perfect, complete package; a great life. Let’s see what’

YOU CAN’T HAVE IT BOTH WAYS James 4:1-12 INTRODUCTION: There’s a Van Halen song called, “Best of Both Worlds”. Some of the lyrics are, “I want the best of both worlds, and honey I know what it's worth; If we could have the best of both worlds, a little bit of heaven ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Godliness With Contentment Is Great Gain Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 20, 2014

An examination of the deceitfulness of wealth. Paul warns against succumbing to the pursuit of money.

“But godliness with contentment is great gain, for we brought nothing into the world, and we cannot take anything out of the world. But if we have food and clothing, with these we will be content. But those who desire to be rich fall into temptation, into a snare, into many senseless and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Treasure Hunting

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on May 16, 2013

Sermon on what you hold valuable and where you are storing those treasures.

Treasure Hunting Matthew 13:44-46 Introduction Good morning, this morning I want to talk about treasures. Your treasures and my treasures. They may not be the same thing but they are things we hold dear in our lives. Illustration- If I gave you my wallet, that would be weird for both of us. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Nazarene

What Is Hiding Under You Tent? Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Mar 18, 2016

A message about Achan who took the cursed things from Jericho. Why did he do it?

Note: I use Max Lucado's book Glory Days as a reference for this message. Title: What is hiding in your tent? Theme: To reveal hidden things that we trust in or we Text: Joshua 6:27 – 7 Joshua 6:27 So the Lord was with Joshua, and his fame spread throughout all the country. This one verse ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Making Long-Term Investments

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jul 31, 2016

We are really good at accumulating stuff. But how often do our possessions begin to possess us? Jesus warns us about the dangers of greed and calls us to be more than our net worth, challenging us to invest rather in godly pursuits.

Luke 12:13-21 Making Long-term Investments Wow! Today’s passage is a little shocking for those of us who enjoy life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness in this greatest nation on God’s green earth. By world’s standards, we are the richest of the rich. We may not be one ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21, 1 Timothy 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Just A Little Bit More Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 3, 2022

The love of money can lead to discontentment and many dangers. Paul gave Timothy instructions about how to keep money in the right perspective and how to use it for good.

Introduction: A. In Calvin Miller’s book Requiem for Love, he begins a chapter with the words: A beggar asked a millionaire, “How many more dollars would it take to make you truly happy?” 1. The millionaire, reaching his gnarled hands into the beggar’s cup replied, “Only one more!” 2. This is the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10, 1 Timothy 6:17-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Manner Of Person Ought Ye To Be

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 20, 2022

Why did Peter say, “Seeing then that all these things shall be dissolved, what manner of persons ought ye to be...”

Let me show you. These words appear in Peter’s great chapter on the second coming of Christ. Peter was telling us some of the things that would occur before Christ’s second coming. -In verses 3-4 he tells us there will be scoffers. We read, “Knowing this first, that there shall come in the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Babylon's Fall Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 12, 2015

Don’t fall in love with money, which quickly disappears and only leaves you depressed. Instead, fall in love with the Lord, and rejoice, even when all the money is gone!

Pastor John Ortberg tells the story about putting his kids on the envelope system when they were little. When they received their allowance, they would put it in envelopes labeled “Give,” “Save,” “Gifts,” “Spend,” and so on. Well, Pastor Ortberg ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 18:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical Free