Sermons about Modern Conveniences

Compromise: Snatching Defeat From The Jaws Of Victory Series

Contributed by Ron Theis on Jul 7, 2010

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The dangers of compromise in the modern Christian home.

COMPROMISE…Snatching Defeat out of the Jaws of Victory!!! Judges 8 There is a battle taking place for your home---An all out assault -Your home is in this battle -Ignore it you’re losing -Christian homes are losing battle for marriages/children just like we lost battle against abortion ...read more

Scripture: Judges 8:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Motives For Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 5, 2014

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There is a plaque that is devastating the modern church, unfaithfulness.

Motives For Faithfulness Hebrews Series Heb. 10.1-25 June 8, 2014 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A There is a plaque that is devastating the modern church, unfaithfulness. 1 Over 40% of members in an average congregation never attend services. a Among the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Attacking The Vulnerable

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 16, 2010

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Personal comfort and convenience have deceived many people into believing that they are justified in showing disrespect for life. God will not permit this condition to persist among His people.

“Herod, when he saw that he had been tricked by the wise men, became furious, and he sent and killed all the male children in Bethlehem and in all that region who were two years old or under, according to the time that he had ascertained from the wise men. Then was fulfilled what was spoken by the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Tickle My Ears, But Don’t Scratch My Heart

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 26, 2009

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The Apostle foretells a day when Christians will deliberately turn their backs on sound doctrine, embracing error because it makes them comfortable and because the error is convenient.

“The time is coming when people will not endure sound teaching, but having itching ears they will accumulate for themselves teachers to suit their own passions, and will turn away from listening to the truth and wander off into myths.”[1] There is an old saying that is sometimes heard among ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

How Can We Protect Our Most Valued Resources Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 14, 2003

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Personal time with Jesus protects that which is most important in our lives--and keeps us on task

One hundred forty vertical stone slabs that stretch 494 feet long and stand 10 feet tall at the highest point. Engraved on this coal-black wall are 58,132 names of American soldiers dead or missing. If you’ve been to the Vietnam Memorial, you have witnessed the somber silence that sets on the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 13:15-22, Nehemiah 2:11-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When Jesus Satisfies Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 22, 2019

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If we follow the teachings of Jesus in the manner he directs, we will live a satisfying life. It is not a matter of mere convenience but of rich conviction.

1. Everything we purchase has its price tag. Generally, the higher the price, the more valuable to item. There is a story (maybe a preacher story) of someone who decided it would be fun to break into a department store, not to steal but to rearrange price tags. High priced items were given ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spirit Empowered Goodness, Knowledge And Competence

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 1, 2003

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Through the grace given by the Holy Spirit, ordinary people become extraordinarily equipped. Through the empowering of the Spirit, the word of God equips us to enrich, edify and equip people to serve the Lord with effectiveness according to the gifts give

Romans 15:14-16 What are the reasons certain believers lack goodness, knowledge, and competence to serve? Illustration: The great violinist, Nicolo Paganini, willed his marvelous violin to Genoa -- the city of his birth -- but only on condition that the instrument never be played upon. It was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Gifts 101 Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 2, 2006

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We need not fear spiritual gits, but embrace them.

Spiritual Gifts 101 Text: 1 Cor. 12:1-11 Introduction 1. Read 1 Cor. 12:1-11 2. Illustration: The Detroit News carried a humorous little story about Bill Cosby’s aged mother that illustrates how useless gifts are unless they are used. She had been raised in poverty, and the family had very ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Part 9 - Hindrances To Worship Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Mar 6, 2020

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Are there things in modern worship that actually prevent us from worship?

www.gracecommunity.com Malachi 1:6-9 “I hate going to church. The church is frustrating and boring. It’s full of hypocrites who are just going through the motions.” You might think this is the words coming out of the mouth of a famous atheist or your 16-year-old daughter. These are God’s words. ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:6-9, Psalm 24:3-5, Matthew 6:13-16, Acts 2:1-3, Malachi 3:7-10, Malachi 4:1-3, Matthew 6:23-26 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

The Great Need For Bible Convictions

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 2, 2022

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In the modern church today, you do not hear many sermons on Bible convictions. In fact, in the modern church, the word “Conviction” is rarely mentioned.

Illus: Years ago, it was not unusual to hear Christians in the church saying such things as, “I do not do this, or that, because it is a Bible conviction I have.” But today, you rarely hear professing Christians talk about Bible convictions they have. Why? Because, Bible convictions are based on ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Manage God's Gifts Wisely

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 19, 2009

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Pentcost 18(C) - Believers manage God’s gifts wisely not as slaves to greed but in service to the truth.

MANAGE GOD’S GIFTS WISELY (Outline) October 4, 2009 -- PENTECOST 18 -- Luke 16:1-13 INTRO: The Lord God Almighty lovingly lavishes blessing after blessing upon mankind. It is only the believer who recognizes that every good and perfect gift comes from above, from God. The unbeliever ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

The Noble Savage Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 3, 2011

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A sermon on what happens to the heathen, those who have never heard of the gospel of Jesus Christ? (Material adapted from Dr. Jack Cottrell's book, "Set Free")

HoHum: For a while people have believed that our problems exist because we are too civilized. If we would just get back to nature, and throw away all of the modern conveniences, and the ideas found in the Christian religion, then we would be like the noble savages of old. A good example of this ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Humility & Honor Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

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The sermon will explore the concept of humility and honor in our daily lives, encouraging us to prioritize others' welfare over our own, in line with Jesus' teachings.

Welcome church! So, our teaching for the day has me wondering something: Who here loves fast food? Now, we don’t need to raise our hands and make it publicly known, but maybe just nod to yourself… You love a good ol fashioned Big Mac with a side of fries. In fact, when I simply said, “Big Mac with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1, Luke 14:7-14

Topics: Humility, Servitude, Eternal Rewards

The Watchman

Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Oct 19, 2000

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We are all the modern watchmen of the people of God.

The Watchman Today I bring you a message that some will consider a bit strong. I tell you that it is a strong message because we will be analyzing our role as Christians. Before we proceed to the scriptures that we will be reading today I want to ask a question. Has anyone here ever received a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-16, Ezekiel 3:16-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Rethinking Discipleship Series

Contributed by Erik Germesin on Apr 25, 2006

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Learning how to rethink discipleship in the modern church.

You Got Stinkin Thinkin – Part 1 Rethinking Discipleship Jesus came and told his disciples, "I have been given complete authority in heaven and on earth. 19 Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. 20 Teach ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

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