Sermons on Materialism:

What You Get When You Give

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Aug 15, 2011

What happens when you give of your time, talents, and money? Many ministries teach that you will receive a material blessing for material giving. I think they completely miss the mark. Paul, in this chapter, sets out a wonderful pattern of the true result

Last time we talked about the motivation behind giving, and the process for how to give: it comes from the word “generosity” which means simplicity, sincerity, and singleness. We give who we are, and what we have, back to the Lord who owns it all, for Him to take our simple gifts given ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:1-15

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Power To Meet Needs

Contributed by Leonard Davis on Mar 4, 2016

People may genuinely want to help others and because God is left out, they set out to do it in their own strength. It doesn’t take long when dealing with material wealth and/or material resources that limitations are soon reached.

THE POWER TO MEET NEEDS John 6:5-11, 26-31, 47-51 You’ve heard of having too much month at the end of the money. Our resources can run out before all the needs are met. For a lot of people this is an ongoing experience. They are like the person described in the song Sixteen Tons – ...read more

Scripture: John 6:5-51

Denomination: Baptist

The Danger Of Covetousness In Ministry Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025

This teaching is a strong reminder that covetousness, especially among God’s servants, is dangerous and destructive. Ministry must never be a cloak for material gain.

THE DANGER OF COVETOUSNESS IN MINISTRY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 5:15-27 Supporting Texts: 1 Timothy 6:6-10; Matthew 6:24; Acts 8:18-23; Proverbs 15:27; Hebrews 13:5 INTRODUCTION: The healing of Naaman the Syrian was a glorious moment that revealed the power and mercy of God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:15-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Foundation For Fellowship

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

SPIRITUAL MINISTRY LAYS THE FOUNDATION FOR ONGOING FELLOWSHIP THAT RESPONDS TO MATERIAL NEEDS AND PROMOTES THE EXTENSION OF THE GOSPEL 1.

SPIRITUAL MINISTRY LAYS THE FOUNDATION FOR ONGOING FELLOWSHIP THAT RESPONDS TO MATERIAL NEEDS AND PROMOTES THE EXTENSION OF THE GOSPEL 1. The Example of Mutual Fellowship Between the Jews in Jerusalem and the Gentiles in Macedonia and Achaia 2. The Anticipation of the Blessing from Mutual ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:22-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Experiencing God: The First Step Series

Contributed by Chuck Bernal on Sep 23, 2004

This is a sermon is Part 1 of a series based on Experiencing God by Henry Blackaby. This material served as the basis for this message.

OUTLINE Jesus said that eternal life is knowing God . . . Jesus did not mean that eternal life is ¡§knowing about God.¡¨ . . . knowledge of God comes through experience. We come to know God as we experience Him in . . . You will never be satisfied just to know ABOUT God. Really knowing God only ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-15

Denomination: Baptist

Where Our Debts Really Lie

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 12, 2004

Wednesday Evening Message dealing with identifying debt, dealing with our material debts and our spiritual debts.

WHERE OUR DEBTS REALLY LIE Just to get us thinking …. What sorts of actions communicate love to you? Romans 13:8-9 Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another, for he who loves his fellowman has fulfilled the law. 9The commandments, "Do not commit adultery," ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

"Heavenly Treasures"

Contributed by J. Curtis Goforth, O.s.l. on Jan 5, 2005

This sermon challenges the attitudes of most congregations in America towards material possessions in the light of the parable of the rich fool.

Sermon on Luke 12.13-21 Preached at Christ Boulevard United Methodist Church August 1, 2004 Rev. J. Curtis Goforth, O.S.L. Someone in the crowd said to him, "Teacher, tell my brother to divide the family inheritance with me." But he said to him, "Friend, who set me to be a judge or arbitrator ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-22

Denomination: United Methodist

Commit To Grow Series

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Nov 11, 2004

A stewardship series, sermon number 2. This message takes a look at how materialism destroys our faith.

Commit to Grow Pastor Glenn Newton Oct. 10, 2004 (Read Psalm 37:1-9.) Commit everything you do to the Lord. Trust him, and he will help you (nlt). Introduction Legendary comedian Jack Benny was well known for his portrayal of stinginess—By the way, is there anyone under 45 who knows who I’m ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-9

Denomination: Nazarene

Narnia: The Chronicles Of Mary

Contributed by Daniel Saperstein on Dec 18, 2005

Sermon for the 4th Sunday of Advent using material from the Chronicles of Narnia to illustrate the faith of Mary

THE CHRONICLES OF MARY a sermon by Dan Saperstein preached at First Presbyterian Church, Bridgeport NE December 18, 2005 Texts: Ps. 89:1-4, 19-26 Luke 1:26-38 With the bitter cold and snow we have had lately, many of us can take comfort in the fact that Christmas is just around the corner. It ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Speaking The Truth In Love

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 21, 2009

A sermon on Ephesians 4:15 (Some material adapted from Bible.org from Richard Strauss)

Sermon for 9/20/2009 Ephesians 4:15- Speaking the Truth in Love Introduction: Jacqueline Bay- My son Zachary, 4, came screaming out of the bathroom to tell me he’d dropped his toothbrush in the toilet. So I fished it out and threw it in the garbage. Zachary stood there thinking for a moment, then ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Unsearchable Riches Of Christ

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 21, 2009

A sermon on Ephesians 3:8. (Material adapted from Charles Spurgeon’s Sermon with the same title)

Sermon for 4/19/2009 on Ephesians 3:2-9 The Unsearchable Riches of Christ- Ephesians 3:8 Introduction: When asked if I was a preacher (pastor) I would say, “That’s what they tell me.” Or “Unfortunately, Yes.” I don’t say that anymore WBTU: A. I feel it is a great privilege to be allowed to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:2-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bound With Them Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Nov 8, 2006

Using material from Voice of the Martyrs to help Christians in America look beyond themselves to thepersecuted church.

World View Christianity “Bound With Them” International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church November 12, 2006 Today is a little different of a subject matter for us. For the next two weeks we will be looking at the Christian life from the view of what is happening in places around the world ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Building A Temple For The King

Contributed by Kenneth Anthony on Aug 14, 2006

We are each the temple of the Holy Spirit. Sermon explores the materials of our faith that build on the foundation of the Gospel.

Building A Temple for the King The Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy was going to fall over. Scientists traveled each year to measure the building’s slow descent. They reported that the 179-foot tower moved about one-twentieth of an inch a year, and was once 17 feet out of plumb. They further ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:9-17, Matthew 7:24-25

Denomination: Orthodox

What Commitment Is Series

Contributed by Rule Digal on Apr 2, 2008

This sermon emphasizes what commitment is all about. Some materials are taken from sermon central. com

Theme: What Commitment Is Text: Exodus 19: 1-6 Introduction A. Today is the first Sunday of 2008. We’re so privileged to be in this beautiful place of worship, enjoying fellowship with God’s Presence and His people. We know that there are millions of people out there who do not know the freedom we ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Learning To Be Thankful

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 2, 2019

Contentment is the key to overcoming consumerism and materialism. Contentment comes from learning to be thankful, thrifty, generous, and focused.

A. I hope that everyone had a happy Thanksgiving Day! We surely did. 1. We all have so much to be thankful for, don’t we? 2. One teacher asked her students to write a composition entitled “What I’m thankful for on Thanksgiving.” 3. One boy wrote, “On Thanksgiving, I’m thankful that I’m not a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ