Sermons on Money Dysmorphia:

Much More Than The Most (Problem Solving Device) Series

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Feb 20, 2001

A Biblical way of thinking for solving our problems.

MUCH MORE THAN THE MOST: A Biblical Rationale for Solving Our Problems (Matt. 6:26, 30; Rom. 5:9, 10, 15, 17) [HTML formatted version of this sermon is located at: http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/muchmore.html] PRAYER PREPARATION Jesus Himself tells us in John 8:31-32: 31 "... If you abide ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:26-30, Romans 5:9-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Leadership

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Mar 8, 2002

leadership

Leadership Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ Exodus 17: 1-7 July 8, 2001 Out West, a cowboy was driving down a dirt road, his dog riding in back of the pickup truck, his faithful horse in the trailer behind. He failed to negotiate a curve and had a terrible accident. Sometime ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"When Temptation Overwhelms Series

Contributed by Dan Jackson on Aug 20, 2005

3rd in series on James. True faith is often displayed in its reaction to trouble. Trials produce opportunities for growth and development in the Christian life.

Chuck Swindoll tells of a mountain man from West Virginia who had never seen a city, or bright lights and modern inventions. He married a girl of the hills and they spent all their married years in the backwoods. Their one son, creatively named “Junior,” reached his sixteenth birthday, [and] his ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18, James 1:9-12

Double Or Nothing Series

Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Jan 8, 2007

Good stewardship doing the most with whatever God gives. So as he gives you time, it is your responsibility as a good steward to use it the best you can. Ephesians 5 says we are to redeem the times, but the NIV of the same verse says that we are to make t

Double or Nothing - Sermon 4 of 4 Matthew 25:20 - And so he that had received five talents came and brought other five talents, saying, Lord, thou deliveredst unto me five talents: behold, I have gained beside them five talents more. Sermon: This week as we bring this time of sharing on this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:20

Denomination: Baptist

Wanna' Bet?

Contributed by James May on May 20, 2007

Most Christians hate gambling and all the evil it brings upon mankind but what about the serious gambling that many do with their soul?

Wanna’ Bet? By Pastor Jim May Gambling is big business in America today. Right now, in the city of Baton Rouge, there is another large casino and resort that is trying to make the people of the area believe that the end justifies the means. A gambling conglomerate by the name of Pinnacle is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-48

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Grow As A Christian

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jun 3, 2007

Four necessary steps to Grow Spiritually

“How to Grow Spiritually” June 3, 2007 The new couple in church went down to the second row and found a good seat to enjoy the sermon when old Mrs. Smith, who was a charter member of the church, in a demanding tone, said, “EXCUSE me! You are sitting in MY seat! You’ll just have to ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Extreme Giving - Part Three Of Four In Series "Firstfruits" Series

Contributed by Wade Leonard on Nov 23, 2007

Today, I want us to read 3 stories about 3 women who are remembered for their extreme giving. And as we read them, I have the same question with these stories as I do for the extreme stunt people of our day…what does this have to do with me? Could their

See if you recognize these men...Evil Kenevil – motorcycle stuntman 4 of to 20 most watched sports events ever. Broken over 35 bones…Houdini still known as best escape artist ever – would dislocate his shoulder to escape straightjackets and in Chinese Water torture act, hold breath for more than 3 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Spiritually Healthy Heart Series

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Sep 7, 2005

The heart of the human problem is the problem of the human heart.

The heart of the human problem is the problem of the human heart. That means that the heart of my problem is the problem of my heart. And the heart of your problem is the problem of your heart. Jeremiah 17:9 says, “The heart is deceitful and desperately wicked…” Watch over your heart with all ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

Good Conquers Evil

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 4, 2007

In our text, let’s consider the procedure of how good conquered evil. 1- Philip preached - that’s the good 2- Simon boasted - that’s the bad 3- People believed - that’s the good 4- Simon backslid - that’s the bad 5- Peter warned - that’s the good

INTRO.- ILL.- In Florida, an atheist became incensed over the preparation for Easter and Passover holidays and decided to contact the local ACLU about the discrimination inflicted on atheists by the constant celebrations afforded to Christians and Jews with all their holidays while the atheists had ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:4-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Of The Poor - The Call To Charity And Justice

Contributed by E Philip Davis on Mar 10, 2008

When we look at God’s word, we will realise that we must respond decisively to the poor in three ways; to be charitable, to seek justice, and to see poor people as God does.

GOD OF THE POOR – THE CALL TO CHARITY AND JUSTICE God’s love for the poor Luke 16:19-23 "There was a rich man who was dressed in purple and fine linen and lived in luxury every day. At his gate was laid a beggar named Lazarus, covered with sores and longing to eat what fell from the rich man’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

God's Purpose

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 10, 2004

We all need to discern God’s purpose for our lives.

INTRO.- Eph. 5:17 “Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is.” We all need to understand the Lord’s will or the Lord’s purpose for our lives. If we claim to believe in God the creator and Christ the Savior we must seek to understand their will/purpose for our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Friendship, Fellowship And Followship

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 17, 2004

Three things that the church needs in order to grow.

INTRO.- ILL.- A cartoon once showed a little boy sitting beside his father and mother at church. The little boy said to his father: “Mom wants to cook the dinner, you want to play golf, I want to play football. Why are we here?” Why do people come to church? Hopefully, they come because they do ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

#6. Practicing Biblical Stewardship Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 29, 2004

Message on Firstfruits as a lifestyle

THE PASTOR’S POINTS Bible Teaching Ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC Dr. Russell Brownworth, Pastor ------ June 27, 2004 ------ Pillar #6. Practicing Biblical Stewardship God has provided material resources so that I may glorify Him through the exercise of faithful stewardship ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-11

Denomination: United Methodist

New Year Necessities

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 5, 2004

Some new year necessities.

INTRO.- ILL.- "The Fabulous Life of: Arnold Schwarzenegger.” Here it is: * He smokes $4,000 cigars but that’s not all. * Arnold is worth up to an estimated $800 million. His holdings in private companies like Microsoft and Starbuck’s are valued at over $20 million. * Even his shoes are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Re-Deed Your Heart: Steward Vs. Owner Series

Contributed by Keith Manry on Feb 27, 2004

Part 2 of a Series entitled: Keeping the Beat - Heart Healthy Giving for Heart Healthy Living

Keeping the Beat: Heart Healthy Giving for Heart Healthy Living…Part 2: Re-Deeding Your Heart: Steward Vs. Owner Luke 6:27-38, I Corinthians 6:19-20, Deuteronomy 8:18 Before going to Europe on business, a certain man drove his Rolls-Royce to a downtown New York City bank and went in to ask for an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19-21, Luke 6:27-38

Denomination: Methodist