Sermons on Opulence:

Understand - Pt. 4 - Graced People Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Mar 17, 2012

There is a high value placed on knowledge or understanding. As a body, we must pay the price to understand 5 key truths.

Understand Pt. 4 – Graced People I. Introduction Understanding is essential. How many of you constantly ask your kids "do you understand me?" We recognize that without understanding you can get yourself in a mess quickly. Without understanding you make decisions, choices, and take steps that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

False Trust

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 19, 2015

To enumerate the false trust and get back the trust only on the LORD which deserves all kinds of trust.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you an idolater? No, I trust only in the LORD. Psalms 40:3 (Amplified Bible) 40:3 And He has put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God. Many shall see and fear (revere and worship) and put their trust and confident reliance in the Lord. Psalms 5:11 (Amplified ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 62:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Isaiah 32-33 A Return To Righteousness Series

Contributed by Chuck Musselwhite on Feb 29, 2016

Exposition of Isaiah 32-33

Isaiah 32-33 Return to Righteousness The Coming King Vs. 1-8 Warning Against Complacency Vs. 9-20 Be Gracious to Us Vs. 1-6 Acknowledge His Might Vs. 7-24 Intro: Have you ever wished you could return something? Maybe it was a gift that was given to you by a relative But you can’t return the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Maturity In The Vineyard Of The Lord

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Oct 27, 2021

Let us grow up and follow the example of our SAVIOR

Maturity in the vineyard Beloved, let us grow up as we serve our KING. Let us take a look at HIS example. 1. HE knew HIMSELF. HE knew HE was not Elijah, Moses or John the Baptist and neither did HE desire to be them. HE knew that HE was The CHRIST, The SON of GOD. HE knew that HE and The FATHER ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:12-14

Instructions For Living In A World Of Uncertainty

Contributed by Ezekiel Ette on Nov 12, 2017

Living in an uncertain world requires planning and watchfulness

Matt. 25 : 1 – 13 Television programs have changed in our time. No more well-crafted production with professional actors and actresses, but you can have ordinary people become stars in what has been dubbed reality TV. And so we have the Big Brother Big Sister, Housewives of Atlanta, the Housewives ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

I Want To Leave You With Something PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023

Explores the divine promise of Jesus' enduring peace, contrasting it with the fleeting peace of the world, and encourages living in this peace daily.

Good morning, my dear family in Christ. What a blessing it is to gather here today, in this sacred space, to bask in the glory of God's love and to find solace in His eternal Word. We are here to be fed, to be nurtured, to be comforted, and to be challenged by the truth of the Gospel. We are here ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27

Topics: Peace

Unwrapping Christmas PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 7, 2023

This sermon explores the transformative power of Jesus Christ's birth story and its implications for sharing God's love and fostering a spirit of giving.

Good morning, beloved. It is indeed a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, to share in the fellowship of His love, to bask in the warmth of His grace, and to find solace in the comfort of His Word. Today, we stand on the cusp of a divine revelation, an unveiling of truths that have the ...read more

Topics: Gifts, Christmas

Gehazi International Ministries

Contributed by Eric Aschendorf on Jun 28, 2002

By refusing payment Elisha sent a message into the heart of Naaman and through him into all of eternity, that even we might hear of it. That GOD cannot be bought

Tree Of Life Ministries Association 2 Kings 5 http://www.treeoflifeinc.org Gehazi International Ministries GIM ******************************************************* Eric Aschendorf pastor@treeoflifeinc.org ******************************************************* 2 Kings 5:1-27 1) Now Naaman, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-27, Galatians 6:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Leave A Christian Legacy Series

Contributed by Randy Hamel on Oct 27, 2008

Message looks at the parable Jesus gives as a warning that storing up treasures on earth is foolish. Christians are to store up treasures in heaven.

Series – Managing Well Message one ‘How to leave a Christian legacy’ Luke 12:13-21 (NIV) Opening Story On the website www.askmen.com participants were asked to rank in their opinion the most influential men in 2007. Their rankings were: 1. David Beckham. David is a soccer player for the Los ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

True Integrity

Contributed by Lance Ladd on Aug 14, 2001

viewing the integrity of Jesus

True Integrity Matthew 22:15 IHCC 8/5/01 Cleveland Stroud had coached the Blue Collar Bulldogs for 18 years before his basketball team made it to the state championship. Stroud recalls that "it was the perfect night" when they won. "A night you dream of." He was carried around the gym on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Be Your Own Worst Enemy At Home Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Apr 23, 2002

First sermon in series on encouragement for the home.

Once upon a time a rat looked through a crack in the wall to see the farmer and his wife opening a package. What food might it contain? He was aghast to discover that it was a rat trap. Retreating to the farmyard the rat proclaimed the warning; "There is a rat trap in the house, a rat trap in ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Real Victory

Contributed by Louis Bartet on Aug 9, 2004

Deals with the difference between what’s happening to me and what’s happening in me, and victory over circumstances as compared to victory over self.

SERMON TITLE: Real Victory SERMON TEXT: Philippians 4:11-13 -------- -------- Date: August 8, 2004 Written By: Louis Bartet Email: lou2247@bayou.com -------- -------- 11 I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am. 12 I know how to get along with humble ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Integrity: Walk The Talk

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Dec 15, 2001

Biblical discussion on topic of integrity

Integrity: Walk the Talk I John 2:6 Dec. 2001 Integrity is tough to find these days. Osama Bin Laden says he is innocent, and now we have video evidence that he was indeed behind the Sept.11 attacks. The new Notre Dame football coach who was just hired, worked all of five days, and is now out of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:6

Denomination: Evangelical Free

What Can We Offer?

Contributed by Malcolm Chester on Jan 5, 2010

What can we offer to God

I’m not allowed to eat at Mc Donald’s, except on very special occasions, once a year. When you go into McDonald’s you usually find that those who serve behind the counter are spotty kids who can only just bring themselves to mumble words asking you what you want. But they always manage to ask if ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-44

Denomination: Methodist

Stumbling Over Jesus

Contributed by Charles Scott on Feb 25, 2008

The people of Jesus’ day, like people of our own time, often stumble because of Jesus’ claims and his call to discipleship.

Stumbling Over Jesus Matthew 11__2-10 Advent3 Sun, Dec 16, 2007 Third Sunday in Advent Now when John in prison heard of the works of Christ, he sent word by his disciples, and said to Him, "Are You the Expected One, or shall we look for someone else?" And Jesus answered and said to them, "Go ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-10

Denomination: Anglican