Sermons on Screen Addiction:

The God Of Entertainment Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 12, 2018

In this sermon, we try to examine the way the god of entertainment tries to pull us away from God the Father.

A. How many of you have seen the 2005 romantic comedy called Fever Pitch? 1. It is a funny story about a guy who is a Boston Red Sox fanatic. 2. Here’s an interesting tidbit that you might not have known: Fever Pitch was actually first released outside the United States and Canada with the title ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-16, Ecclesiastes 12:13, 1 Timothy 6:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Tragic Consequences Of Dying In Bad Addiction Without Change. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 4, 2024

Addiction is a powerful and destructive force that can consume one's life, relationships, and future.

Addiction is a powerful and destructive force that can consume one's life, relationships, and future. When we become trapped in bad addiction, it's essential to seek help and make a change. However, if we fail to do so and die in our addiction, the consequences are severe and far-reaching. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23, John 3:3

The Hidden Dangers Of Video Game Addiction A Biblical Perspective Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 14, 2025

As Christian parents, it's essential to be aware of the potential risks associated with video game addiction

As Christian parents, it's essential to be aware of the potential risks associated with video game addiction and its impact on our children's physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. In this sermon, we'll explore the dangers of video game addiction, its effects on children's ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8, Psalm 119:105

Found Out"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Oct 25, 2011

For those with addictions we will always be found out. This lesson will shed light on how can we live a life that is open to all.

A couple years ago I was working on a Video Series for Men on Addictions. One of the videos on Men's Addictions is titled “Shrapnel”. To make it realistic I purchased a hand grenade that was hollowed out. It is still very heavy and is quite authentic. People in any type of addiction ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:22

How Can God Forgive Me When I Keep On Sinning? Series

Contributed by Jason Zahn on Sep 6, 2001

Because Jesus continues to forgive us we will be victorious in our ongoing battle against the sin that lives within each one of us.

Perhaps it’s not so difficult to consider that God is willing to forgive us the first time we sin. Especially if we learn from those mistakes and vow never to commit that same sin again. But what about after we have repented, after we have promised never to repeat that disgrace (that kind of lie, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:15-25, Romans 8:1-2

Denomination: Lutheran

When The Chips Are Down-Gambling & The Bible

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 17, 2005

Biblical principles and scriptures which contradict the concept of gambling. Powerpoint at website.

When the Chips are Down—Gambling & the Bible Acts 19:21-29; 1 Timothy 6:9-6:18 ; Col. 3:2 Powerpoint and formatted sermon at http://www.gbcdecatur.org/sermons/WhenChipsAreDown.html The Governor’s budget speech this week left some unanswered questions about gambling expansion. Dozens of bills are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:21-29

Denomination: Baptist

One Man Came To Jesus

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Jun 5, 2008

Jesus is in the house. He can restore all by faith in His name. We all need cleansed by His blood.

“ONE MAN CAME TO JESUS” Allan H. Kircher www.planttheseedministries.org Sept 2007 And because of that A REVIVAL HAS HAPPENED Today we will be looking at the 2nd chapter of Mark, verses 1-12. The house was filled; it was filled with anticipation of hearing the good news of the gospel. Almost ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Triumph Over Temptation Series

Contributed by Kevin Burden on Sep 28, 2008

When we toy with temptation, we put ourselves in a position to drift into serious danger.

TRIUMPH OVER TEMPTATION (#3) Genesis 39:1-23 When we toy with temptation, we put ourselves in a position to drift into serious danger: A woman was swimming in the Gulf of Mexico. She was enjoying the comfort of relaxing on an inflated cushion that kept her afloat. When she realized that she had ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Conquering Sin (3): Understanding And Beating The Cycle Series

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Dec 31, 2008

So many Christians are trapped in the sin cycle, never experiencing victory but understanding what the Bible tells us about this cycle is a necessary step towards experiencing total victory over sin.

Jer.31:3 - I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with loving-kindness. Rom.8:38-39 - “For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:6-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Pornography: Top Of Chu View”

Contributed by Ken Harris on Mar 30, 2009

The purpose of this sermon is to provoke the hearers to affirm to others that many US Military members desires to have clean hearts, but unknowingly struggle with PORNOGRAPHIC ADDICTION.

2 Samuel 11:2-5 (ESV) 29 March 2009 Fifth Sunday in Lent U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fortress Chapel Contingency Operation Site (C.O.S.) Sykes Tall-afar, Iraq BIG IDEA: Many members of the US military desire to have clean hearts, but unknowingly struggle with pornographic ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pick Up Your Mat

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Mar 12, 2013

“anyone who has faith in me will do what I am doing, he will do even greater things cause I will go to the Father.

“Pick up your mat” Allan H. Kircher Sermon for Love House Ministries 2nd chapter of Mark, verses 1-12. • The house was filled • It was filled/anticipation of hearing/good news/gospel. • Almost 2000 years ago Jesus filled the house • A house in Capernaum. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Tearin' Down The Wall

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 14, 2013

Jesus came to break down the wall of separation. Does that wall still exist in your heart? Allow God to break it down now!

Tearin' Down the Wall Ephesians 2:11-22 When the Berlin wall came down it was a monumental event, but nothing compared to the wall which came down in v. 14. v. 14 both = Jew and Gentile. v. 13 'But Now'. What a contrast when Jesus comes on the scene. v. 17 'which were afar off' = Gentiles. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Problem With Pursuing Your Passion

Contributed by Ken Henson on Nov 16, 2015

1. Everyone says “Follow your heart”. But “The heart is deceitful above all things . . ." 2. we tend to be passionate about things we're good at, but getting good takes a lot of work 3. It's difficult to see the difference between passion and addiction

The most common career advice people hear these days is that in order to be happy you have to pursue your passion. This is the first generation I’m aware of that has swallowed such a lie. Today I’d like to present three problems, huge reasons that pursuing your passion as a path to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5-12

Denomination: *other

"Do You Wanna Get Well?

Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 28, 2018

In this message we look at a question that on the surface is quite odd. I mean if you had been lame for 38 years and someone asked you if you wanted to be well, would that be a difficult question? Perhaps it is harder than we first realize.

“Do you want to be well? John 5:1-17 In our recent study in Nehemiah I showed you this picture of what the wall looked like that Nehemiah and the builders constructed around Jerusalem. This picture shows 10 gates that were used to gain entrance to the city. Each gate had a specific ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Addicted.to Jesus.......part 2 Hebrews 13:1-8

Contributed by David Cramer on Oct 10, 2020

The second part of a message on the hope we have in life when we become addicted to a life with the Lord being first. This message changes what we will see in our lives by doing so as our walk with the Lord grows daily.

How to be addicted, Part 2 Good Morning Stand with me and lift up your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational