Sermons on Materialism:

Creation Ex Nihilo Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 31, 2013

A sermon on creation ex nihilo (adapted from Dr. Jack Cottrell's book, God Most High, chapter 3)

HoHum: GOD is like GENERAL ELECTRIC ... He brings good things to life. A newer slogan for them is “Imagination at Work.” God imagined it and it came to be. GOD is like SEARS ... He has everything. Another slogan for Sears: Where It Begins. God is where it all begins. WBTU: ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Steps Toward Healing

Contributed by Mark Lawing on Jun 28, 2010

The medical profession has made great progress in sustaining life over the last century. However, it would appear that at the end of these longer lives more people are going to hell than ever before. We need spiritual healing

Mark 10:46-52 The medical profession has made great progress in sustaining life over the last century. The average age for an American is fast approaching 80. The development of antibiotics has reduced deadly disease to simple treatable sicknesses. It is believed that George Washington died of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Baptist

Decoding Jonadab Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 15, 2011

A closer look at the promise made to the sons of Jonadab

Introduction: A Opening Story 1 Review a Promise is so powerful we need to claim it today. b In a culture gutted of God we need to know Jonadab’s secret. B Jonadab was given a promise to God but never heard it in his own lifetime. 1 Jeremiah 35.19 NASB a Other translations put the promise ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 35:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

Wise And Foolish Virgins (Christians)

Contributed by James Kevin Bachmann on Nov 4, 2011

Our primary duty as Christians is to persevere diligently in the faith, despite mixed motivations, temptations to procrastinate, to fail to prioritize, or to wisely interpret daily invents in terms of the permanent rather than the temporary.

Wise and Foolish Virgins/Christians In Wisdom 6: 12-16 it tells us that wisdom is of such great importance,it ultimately determines our destiny.And we know that the beginning of wisdom is fear of, or obedience to and respect for the Lord God. We know also that Jesus is the Word and Wisdom of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Catholic

"Christmas Is Not Your Birthday: Expect A Miracle" Series

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 28, 2011

A sermon for Advent.

Luke 1:26-38 Isaiah 7:14 “Christmas Is Not Your Birthday: Expect a Miracle” (based on Mike Slaughter's Book "Christmas Is Not Your Birthday) What do you suppose God looks like? Artists have given a shot at attempting to give us a physical picture of God in countless ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: United Methodist

A House United Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 15, 2011

The first church split occured in heaven

A The first church “split” (if you will) occurred at none other than heaven. 1 Before the earth was formed, Adam & Eve created: God & His angels were in heaven. a In those days Lucifer was one of God’s angels (not just any ol’angel.) aa Tradition tells us he was one of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 14:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

First Things First Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 2, 2012

Understanding how quickly life goes by and how long eternity is should teaches us to have the right priorities. Getting to know God in a personal way should be our greatest priority in life.

FIRST THINGS FIRST [NEW YEAR] MATTHEW 6:33 [25-34] Jesus presented evidence that worry is irreverent, for it fails to believe that God is in control, that the God who gave us life is sustaining it. Worry is irrelevant because it does not change things nor help us cope with problems. And worry ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33, Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Power Over Porno

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 6, 2009

Clear Bible principles for victory over sexual temptation/lust

’Power Over Porno’ Pornography and all other types of sexual temptations are causing men to fall into the devil’s trap of corrupting their minds which is often followed by acts of illicit sex. This is probably the sin most responsible for causing Christian men to fall from fellowship with ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Breaking Free Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 6, 2009

WE need to break free from the parasites that will ruin a relationship!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Today we are going to address an issue that haunts many relationships. If we are not careful we can allow things to latch onto our relationships that can drain the life right out of them. • Have you heard of parasites? • The dictionary defines parasites as follows: a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Seek First The Kingdom Of God

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 19, 2009

This sermon speaks hard about seeking first the things of God. If we are to do that.. we need to (1) let God be in charge (2) allow God to be in the decistion process (3) give back to others.

Seek First the Kingdom of God Matthew 6:19-34 Disclaimer: This sermon was prepared by personal study and Sermon Central contributions. Introduction- This is a very familiar verse. There are some verses that jump off the page to us. For where your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34

Denomination: Nazarene

Building According To Code

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Jun 15, 2011

Just as there is a building code for physical buildings, Paul clarifies the building code for Christians.

BUILDING ACCORDING TO CODE Text: I Corinthians 3:10 – 11, 16 -23 Back in October of 2010, there was a lot of talk on the radio about the infrastructure of our country. When they were talking about the condition of America’s infrastructure, they were talking about the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:10-23

Denomination: United Methodist

If You Had Been Here

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 28, 2012

Jesus had for the first time confirmed publically He was Messiah about four months before He was crucified on a cross.The Good Shepherd is bringing His Jewish sheep & His Gentile sheep to make one fold.The blessing that God gave Abraham, Isaac, & Jacob ha

“If You Had Been Here . . .” March 25, 2012 Chester FBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A Jesus had for the first time confirmed publically He was Messiah about four months before He was crucified on a cross. 1 John 10.22-24 a Festival of Dedication ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

You Are The Church

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 13, 2016

The gates of hell will not destroy this church. Jesus said that in Matthew 16:18. When he said that, he was not talking about a building. He was talking about the people, because people are the church.

Intro I’m going to utter a prophecy. The gates of hell will not destroy this church. Jesus said that in Matthew 16:18. When he said that, he was not talking about a building. He was talking about the people, because people are the church. Goal Let’s learn that real estate is not the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Elisha In His Early Ministry – Part 4 – Judgement From God For The Widow Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 16, 2022

A widow in great need requested Elisha’s help and through Elisha, God gave a miracle. He judged for the relief of the woman and her sons. God judges those who oppress widows. He is the help of the fatherless and the widows.

ELISHA IN HIS EARLY MINISTRY – PART 4 – JUDGEMENT FROM GOD FOR THE WIDOW SERIES – MESSAGES ON ELISHA – HIS LIFE AND MINISTRY Number 6 [B]. THE JUDGEMENT OF THE CREATOR GOD 2Kings 4 v 1 [[Now a certain woman of the wives of the sons of the prophets cried out to Elisha, “Your servant my husband ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7, Exodus 22:22-24, 1 Timothy 6:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being A Visionary Father In A Short-Sighted World

Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 9, 2009

Father’s Day Message 2002 -- Four Characteristics for Fathers

BEING A VISIONARY FATHER IN A SHORT-SIGHTED WORLD MATTHEW, CHAPTERS 1 AND 2 INTRODUCTION: According to the New Jersey Index of Leading Cultural Indicators, in 1960 the total number of births to teenagers was 11,636. In 2000, the number of births to teenagers was 8,219. A first glance would say ...read more

Denomination: Baptist