Sermons on Pleasure:

Benefits Of Drinking Water

Contributed by John Newbaker on Jun 12, 2016

Jesus offers Living Water

Water that Soothes, Satisfies, Saves the Soul John 4:5-42 Medical professionals tell us we need to drink more water. You’ve heard that. You know this. They tell us we should drink at least 8-8 ounce glasses of water per day. The reason we should, we are told, is to prevent dehydration. ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-42

Denomination: Baptist

Destined To Sing Revelation 15:1-5 Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Oct 20, 2013

Sin stifles our ability to flourish and grow and become all God has designed us to be. In some cases it destroys the lives He created for good and fulfillment and fruitfulness. But God has designed us to sing to His heavenly music.

Revelation 15 "I saw in heaven another great and marvelous sign: seven angels with the seven last plagues—last, because with them God’s wrath is completed. 2 And I saw what looked like a sea of glass mixed with fire and, standing beside the sea, those who had been victorious over the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 15:1-5

Denomination: *other

Loving God, Not The World - 1 John 2:15-16 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 11, 2024

The Apostle John calls us to examine our hearts and be careful about what holds our affections - our love and devotion must be set on God and not on the things of this world.

Loving God, Not the World 1 John 2:15-16 Introduction Today, we’re going to look at a passage from 1 John that challenges us in a powerful way. This message is titled “Loving God, Not the World” because it reminds us that our love and devotion must be set on God and not on the things of this ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-16, James 4:4, Galatians 5:16, Proverbs 16:18, Matthew 6:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

6 Pictures Of God’s Provision (Part 1) Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Nov 3, 2024

Paul knew that God’s promise to deliver and protect him is all he ever needed. For us, even today, God’s promise to save you from your own trials also stands just as firm. Will we cling to Him for rescue?

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 39 6 Pictures of God’s Provision (Part 1) Acts 27:1-26 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- Last week: Will (TY) encouraged us with a challenge around complete faith -- “Almost Faith” is not enough ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:1-26, Acts 23:11, Luke 12:15, Matthew 24:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Self Absorbed Life PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

The importance of not being consumed by worldly desires and self-absorption, but instead focusing on the love of God and doing His will.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. We're diving deep into the Word today with a passage from 1 John 2:15-17. You know, it's easy in our modern world to get sucked into a self-absorbed lifestyle where our focus is all about us, our wants, our needs, and our desires. But John warns us against this ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Topics: Inside Out

The Purpose Of Life

Contributed by Jedidiah Jedidiah on Aug 27, 2025

Seeking meaning in earthly pursuits leads to emptiness; they were never designed to be the source of our purpose. "Why am I here?" is fundamentally a theological question, not a worldly one. The answer can only be found by going to the source of life who created us – God.

The purpose of life The Bible repeatedly points out that humanity's natural inclination is to turn away from God's will and follow their own path. This is a central part of the biblical concept of sin. This rejection is a recurring theme throughout both the Old and New Testaments. The ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 10:23, Proverbs 14:12

Prayers Rising Like Incense!

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Oct 17, 2005

Your prayers come before God like sweet smelling incense! This is a short homily given at a residential care home for the elderly.

[NOTE: You may find it helpful to place a wooden cross on a table, perhaps in the centre of the room, and to burn a small amount of incense near to the foot of the cross. The incense rising around the cross can provide a wonderful visual and ’nazal’ illustration. The nurses at the care home said ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 141:1-2

Denomination: Anglican

Lie # 1 -- Just Be Sincere Series

Contributed by Mark Atherton on Sep 3, 2001

A sermon on the importance of the first commandment

----- TRUTH matters Proverbs 16:25; Matthew 7:21-23; 2 Cor. 13:5 2 + 2 = 4 12 inches = 1 foot 16 ounces = 1 pound -----MOST DIFFICULT commandment to keep because it’s not easy to keep the MAIN THING the MAIN THING. -----It ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-3

Denomination: Holiness

Why We Needed Revival

Contributed by Robert Travis on Jun 26, 2001

A revival is not an option, it is a must.

WHY WE NEEDED A REVIVAL II TIMOTHY 2:24-3:5 24And the servant of the Lord must not strive; but be gentle unto all men, apt to teach, patient, 25In meekness instructing those that oppose themselves; if God peradventure will give them repentance to the acknowledging of the truth; 26And that they may ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:6

Denomination: Baptist

Living In This World Series

Contributed by Dennis Clark on Feb 26, 2005

A look at Spiritual Growth according to Paul

Living in This World I. Conduct and attitude with regard to civil government (vs. 1) II. Conduct and attitude in regard to "All People" (vs. 2) III. Reason for Godly conduct and attitude (vs.3) ________________________________________________________________________ I. Conduct and attitude ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Greater Riches In Christ

Contributed by Trevor Chuma on Jun 6, 2019

For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. Romans 6:23

The Bible says; When Moses was come to years, he refused to be called the son of Pharaoh's daughter; Choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season; Esteeming the reproach of Christ greater riches than the treasures in Egypt (Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:24-26, 1 John 2:16

Denomination: Charismatic

Times Before The Second Coming -- Part I Series

Contributed by James O. Davis on Oct 28, 2003

This is going to be the first of a two-part message from two different passages that relate to the end-times before the second coming of the Lord Jesus Christ. First, I want to deal with what Paul said to Timothy in 2 Timothy 3:1-9.

James O. Davis is the founder and president of Second Billion (TM). You are invited to learn more about Second Billion by visiting www.billion.tv. INTRODUCTION This is going to be the first of a two-part message from two different passages that relate to the end-times before the second coming ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sex-God Series

Contributed by Jess Bousa on May 12, 2007

Sex was not created by Hugh Hefner nor Howard Stern. Sex is God’s Idea. He is the author and producer. The Biblical standard is this: “A satisfying sex life is the result of a satisfying marital relationship.” (SEMINAR INFORMATION AVAILABLE)

Raise your hand if you are married. Now raise your hand if you want to get married. Oh, do I have a message for you? Let’s Play the Video!! (The Video is from sermonspice and titled SEX and portrays the worlds view of SEX. Cost $10). Today, as you can see, we are going to be talking about ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Control Your Cravings Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jan 28, 2006

4th in a 5 part series from the book of James on making practical application to real problems.

RELIGION THAT REALLY WORKS - Week 4 CONTROL YOUR CRAVINGS JAMES 4:1-8 INTRODUCTION: Several summers ago the Cleveland Plain Dealer ran an article entitled "The Gold Circled Ring." It told about some Kent State University students that were arrested because of their involvement in a conspiracy ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-8

Denomination: Christian Church

The Rewards Of Seeking God

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jan 26, 2003

God promises great rewards to those who seek Him, and it is a proper motive for obedience to consider these rewards.

Last week, we discussed the topic of "seeking God." We saw that the pursuit of God is a lifelong quest. It’s not merely a phase in our spiritual growth, nor is it an optional activity. Rather, it’s fundamental to our lives as Christians, from beginning to end. You could even say that continuing to ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:29, Psalm 24:1-6

Denomination: Baptist