Sermons on Rich People:

Things Are Not Always As They Seem

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Nov 9, 2003

We are to see all people as children of God, not sort them into categories: beautiful or ugly, rich or poor, clean or dirty.

Things Are Not Always As They Seem Based on: And The Angels Were Silent, Max Lucado, Chpt. 19—The People with Roses Scripture Ref: Matt. 25:31-46 Heb. 13:1-3 James 2:1-9 Matt. 10:40-42 Matt. 11:2-6 1. Introduction a. Last night we observed a total lunar eclipse: (1) Ultimately, was the ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-9, Matthew 25:31-46

Living In The Kingdom 16 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on May 1, 2022

In Part 16, we examine what Jesus said about storing up riches in heaven. The term "riches" mean difference things to different people, but what is important is that we value nothing here on earth as more important than God and His Son, Jesus Christ.

Living in the Kingdom 16 Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24; Proverbs 4:23; Mark 7:20-23 This is a continuation of my series, “Living in the Kingdom.” This morning we will examine what Jesus says about riches in His Sermon on the Mount. We will look at verses nineteen through twenty-four which says, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24, Proverbs 4:23, Mark 7:20-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Luckiest People Alive - Matthew 5:1-12 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 1, 2024

There is controversy surrounding how the Sermon on the Mount should be interpreted. Is it law? Grace? Is it binding on us today? How can we possibly live that way?

The sermon on the mount makes some very hard demands on us. The introduction to the sermon (the beatitudes) is designed to provide motivation for the hard demands of righteous living throughout the sermon. The first half of the message focuses on how the sermon on the mount should be interpreted (a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Let God's People Move Up Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Aug 24, 2003

Discover how to bridge the gap between clergy and laity and restore the value and usefulness of God’s people

(Message title and Scripture passage taken from John Maxwell’s series, MAKE YOUR MOVE) This morning’s message title could be better stated as “Let God’s People Move Back Up.” We’re not talking about promotion, but rather restoration, as we continue in our series on The Dynamics of Church. In ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: *other

How To Talk So That People Will Listen

Contributed by Paul Shafit on Sep 18, 2003

Staying lovable in an unloving world.

“How To Talk So Others Will Listen” (Exodus 4:10-12) Have you ever spoken to someone and had the feeling in your heart that they weren’t really listening to you? This is a complaint that we often hear even from husbands and wives who ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:10-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Local Church - God's Missionary People

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Oct 20, 2003

The DNA of the Local Church is made up of core values, vision and mission. If someone were to walk up to a member of the church and ask: "What is the mission of this church?" What would you answer be?

The Local Church – God’s Missionary People CHURCH SIGNS The best vitamin for a Christian is B1." "Soul food served here." "Tithe if you love Jesus! Anyone can honk!" "Beat the Christmas rush, come to church this Sunday!" "Don’t wait for the hearse to take you to church." "Don’t give up. Moses ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-13, Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Free Methodist

Who Do People Say Jesus Is

Contributed by Paul George on Dec 14, 2003

During Jesus’ earthly ministry there were diverse opinions and confusion regarding His nature and character.

During Jesus’ earthly ministry there were diverse opinions and confusion regarding His nature and character. Down through the ages the opinions and confusion has increased. When Jesus asked the disciples “who do people say that the Son of Man is” they told Him, some say John the Baptist, Elijah, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Holiness

God Can Use Ordinary People

Contributed by Guthrie Veech on Oct 18, 2000

By most traditional standards she was a prude.

By most traditional standards she was a prude. She was a conservative fundamentalist. Those are not very popular today. She championed family values. She opposed abortion and was not afraid to voice her opposition. "Yet for from being lampooned by the secular media she was hailed in life and death ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

How To Not Over React To People Or Problems

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

James wrote, "Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, for man’s anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires." (James 1:19) Only when our mind, will and emotions are under the control of the Spirit of

How Not to Over-React We all have a tendency to over react when provoked. One day a Midwestern Lawyer became so discouraged with his productivity that he despaired of everything in life. He wrote in his diary, "I do not know if my life is worth anything to anyone. I often wonder if my life will ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Build Friendships With Difficult People

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

In our quest to develop a better relationship with a difficult person, we should be aware of some of the BASIC STRATEGIES FOR DEVELOPING INTIMATE FRIENDSHIPS.

In our quest to develop a better relationship with a difficult person, we should be aware of some of the BASIC STRATEGIES FOR DEVELOPING INTIMATE FRIENDSHIPS. Developing a trusting relationship is a process that involves work. A true friend walks in when others walk out on us. Someone who is ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Help People Trust In The Scriptures

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

HOW TO HELP PEOPLE TURN THEIR TRUST FROM A STRONG LEADER TO THE SCRIPTURES Some Christians have a hard time letting go of the controls over their church members.

HOW TO HELP PEOPLE TURN THEIR TRUST FROM A STRONG LEADER TO THE SCRIPTURES Some Christians have a hard time letting go of the controls over their church members. Instead of helping their members learn how to trust God, some leaders try to foster a dependency in their members. As a result many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Help People Better Their Perspectives

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

HOW TO HELP DIFFICULT PEOPLE GAIN A BETTER BALANCE OF THEIR PERSPECTIVES Some Christians occasionally say to their friends, "Why can't they just accept what the Bible is saying rather than trying to rely on logic?" When they speak this way they fail to realize that God wants us to be logical, to

HOW TO HELP DIFFICULT PEOPLE GAIN A BETTER BALANCE OF THEIR PERSPECTIVES Some Christians occasionally say to their friends, "Why can't they just accept what the Bible is saying rather than trying to rely on logic?" When they speak this way they fail to realize that God wants us to be logical, to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Holy Spirit Harmonizes People

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit harmonizes people by blending complementary spiritual gifts together to form a synergistic result.

1. The Holy Spirit harmonizes people by blending complementary spiritual gifts together to form a synergistic result. Paul wrote, "There are different kinds of working, but the same God works all of them in all men. Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good." (I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:6-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming Anger Toward Belligerent People

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Belligerent people often struggle to control their anger. Their harsh words and sharp tone of voice tend to escalate feelings of hostility in some situations. 70% of arguments are caused by a harsh voice tone. "A harsh word stirs up anger, but a soft ans

HOW TO DEAL WITH YOUR ANGER TOWARD BELLIGERENT PEOPLE Eph. 4:28-32 Illustration:Whatever is begun in anger ends in shame. B. Franklin. Belligerent people often struggle to control their anger. Their harsh words and sharp tone of voice tend to escalate feelings of hostility in some ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:28-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Jesus Ministered To People By Listening

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Many people are longing to find someone who will listen to their problems. If you want to be an effective counselor it is a good idea to be student of the art and science of listening. Jesus knew the best ways to minister to people by listening. The Lord

Many people are longing to find someone who will listen to their problems. If you want to be an effective counselor it is a good idea to be student of the art and science of listening. Jesus knew the best ways to minister to people by listening. The Lord was not ready to believe everything He heard ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:17-20, Luke 24:17-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational