Sermons on Prospering:

It's Not Over Until It's Over

Contributed by James May on Jul 31, 2005

Let us not get our focus drawn to the things of this world and let them keep us from remembering that there is a Day of Judgment coming. Prosperity in this life isn’t worth losing the promise of Heaven in the eternity that lies ahead.

It’s Not Over Until It’s Over By Pastor Jim May I received an email this week from a young man who realized that so much of the “gospel messages” that we hear today are not gospel at all. He has come to a realization that the messages preached by most TV and radio evangelists are no longer a ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christians Must Be Prepared To Suffer For Christ

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 3, 2019

The Prosperity movement has given Americans a wrong view of God -- that He won’t let Christians suffer. But the truth is that suffering is a vital part of Christianity. Suffering should be viewed as a blessing, a cause for rejoicing, and a sign of future reward.

CHRISTIANS MUST BE PREPARED TO SUFFER FOR CHRIST Matt. 24:9 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: MAGIC AT THE PASTRY SHOP 1. Two broke and hungry best friends, Dave and John, went into a pastry shop. Dave suddenly whisks three cookies into his pocket with lightning speed. The baker didn't notice. Dave ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:9, Matthew 5:11-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Grace Of Multiplication

Contributed by Herbert Armstrong Bosantog on Nov 5, 2012

You need to INCREASE, make PROGRESS, SUCCESSFUL and PROSPEROUS in every aspect of your life and your surrounding (Family, School, Community and Workplace). Begin to EVALUATE yourself, then try to determine what HINDERS you in making PROGRESS. Then ELIM

Did you know that the UNIVERSE is still EXPANDING? Science proves it! But we will not focus here. If you want to know why, RESEARCH! When God said, “Let there be LIGHT”. There was LIGHT! And that LIGHT is still EXPANDING. Kolb and Turner wrote, “Since the UNIVERSE ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31

Denomination: *other

Bullet Proof Series

Contributed by Dennis Cummins on May 8, 2008

Be Prepared! The devil is plotting against you right now; to steal from you, kill you, and destroy you. He never sleeps, never goes on vacation, and never takes a break scheming on how to end our prosperity.

WMD – Our Armor Many Christians walk around completely unprotected and that’s why we need the armor of God. When a knight in armour was killed in battle, what sign did they put on his grave? A: Rust in peace! (SURVEY) (SURVEY) For those of us that life is great… I believe it was Lincoln that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Shalom Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 22, 2020

The Hebrew word Shalom refers to Peace, harmony, wholeness, completeness, welfare, tranquillity, soundness, health, safety, and prosperity. For eastern religion, it means individual serenity. Peace is not based on an individual’s likes and dislikes, wish, and whims, then what...

Text: Isaiah 9:1-7 Theme: Shalom - perfect peace INTRODUCTION: The Hebrew word Shalom refers to Peace, harmony, wholeness, completeness, welfare, tranquillity, soundness, health, safety, and prosperity. For eastern religion, it means individual serenity. Peace is not based on an individual’s ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

Everyday Prophets - Amos Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Jan 21, 2021

Amos was a shepherd who lived outside of Bethlehem. He also was a “dresser of sycamore trees” which no one knows the meaning. This was a prosperous time in Israel’s history, but they were morally bankrupt, worshipping the gods of weather, sex and war.

Everyday Prophets – Amos January 24, 2021 Amos was a shepherd who lived outside of Bethlehem. He also was a “dresser of sycamore trees” which no one knows the meaning. ? This was a prosperous time in Israel’s history, but they were morally bankrupt, worshipping the gods of weather, sex and ...read more

Scripture: Amos 5:12-15, Amos 5:21-24, Acts 16:25-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

1 Corinthians 1 Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Aug 21, 2024

Corinth is a fascinating city in Greece that was a major center for International east-west trade. People from all over came to this prosperous place to make their fortunes. The message of a humble Jesus who died on a humiliating cross was not going to be popular.

1st Corinthians 1 August 25, 2024 • Corinth is a fascinating city in Greece that was a major center for International east-west trade. • When Paul lived there, Corinth was the host of the Isthmian Games, second only to the Olympics in popularity. • Paul most likely lived in a small apartment ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18, 1 Corinthians 1:19-23, 1 Corinthians 1:26-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Diligent Hands Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 7, 2023

God created every one with a single agenda of enjoying the life. Our members of the body if utilised properly, we can enjoy the life. Diligent hands leads to prosperity and authority. The relationship with God is more important to enjoy the life.

Proverbs 12:11-28 Diligent hands Greetings: THE LORD IS GOOD AND HIS LOVE ENDURES FOREVER. Illustration: One parrot was caught from a forest. It was kept in a cage. She was given food. One day the hunter went to the. He went to the Forest and asked the parrot what message she would like to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 12:12-28

Denomination: Methodist

What Do You See?

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Feb 11, 2019

The eye is a lamp unto the soul. What we think about, speak of and act upon matters. If our eyes are not focused on the kingdom of God then our souls will remain distant from God!

What do you See? Matthew 6:22-23 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “The eye is the lamp of the body. If your eyes are healthy, your whole body will be full of light. But if your eyes are unhealthy, your whole body will be full of darkness. If then the light within ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

You Can Change Your Destiny : The Prayer Of Jabez

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 3, 2002

This sermon is about how you can change your destiny and is a study of the prayer of Jabez. The Seven truths revealed are namely 1. PITIABLE 2. PETITION 3. PATRONAGE 4. PROSPERITY 5. PRESENCE 6. PROTECTION 7. PLEASURE

YOU CAN CHANGE YOUR DESTINY : THE PRAYER OF JABEZ OUTLINE 1. PITIABLE 2. PETITION 3. PATRONAGE 4. PROSPERITY 5. PRESENCE 6. PROTECTION 7. PLEASURE THE MESSAGE YOU CAN CHANGE YOUR DESTINY : THE PRAYER OF JABEZ : I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10, 2 Kings 3:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Limiting God

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jun 2, 2008

Sin can do what natural disaster and governments can’t do... limit God’s ability to bless and prosper. Israel of guilty of limiting God from blesing them as He wished. See how they did it.

Limiting God. Psalm 78 I want to talk to you today about "Doing the impossible." This is not a sermon to inspire you to do great things, to reach higher, or accomplish more, or like the old tennis shoe that used to advertise "...run faster or jump higher." In fact, when I talk about doing the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:5-12, Psalm 78:5

Denomination: Baptist

Hangin' On Tight

Contributed by Eric Ferguson on Jun 3, 2008

Today in the life of this church more than any other time in history we are faced with crossroads, one path leading to prosperity and another leading to a slow deterioration….either HANGING ON TIGHT to your commitment as a Christ Follower, or letting it g

OPENER: Game: Human Knots Great Small Group game. If you use a big group, separate them into small circles. Everyone squeezes together and grabs the hand of a person not standing next to them. They may not let go of the other person’s hands. So in order to untangle they must go over and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Legacy Worth Remembering

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Feb 25, 2008

Over the past 3 weeks we have traced Joseph’s life through the valley of abandonment, to the mountain of achievement, through a pitiful pit, to a palacious palace. Through the shores of shame, to the path of prosperity. If there was one person who was lea

Over the past 3 weeks we have traced Joseph’s life through the valley of abandonment, to the mountain of achievement, through a pitiful pit, to a palacious palace. Through the shores of shame, to the path of prosperity. If there was one person who was least to achieve in life and leave a lasting ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Negotiating With God

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 13, 2007

We live in perilous & prosperous times. We have every modern convenience and an abundance of leisure time. We live amongst cities like Sodom and Gomorrah. We profit by living in the shadow of their wickedness. Are we just Negotiating with God?

Negotiating with God The title for this mornings message is Negotiating with God. I must admit straight out that I am not a great negotiator. My wife would give me very strict instructions to keep my mouth shut when we went looking for a new car or any other major purchase. Having grown up in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:23-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Recognizing God's Call Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Aug 30, 2015

In this message, we will examine the keys to prosperity and success that allowed Joshua to fulfill his mission of bringing the people to the Promised Land in spite of the death of Moses. How did he overcome his fears and allowed God's Word to guide him?

Scripture Reading: Joshua 1:6-9 6 Be strong and courageous, because you will lead these people to inherit the land I swore to their ancestors to give them. 7 “Be strong and very courageous. Be careful to obey all the law my servant Moses gave you; do not turn from it to the right or to the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:6-9

Denomination: Nazarene