Sermons on Skin In The Game:

Bid Him Come And Die Series

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Apr 6, 2021

Following Jesus is an all or nothing proposal, and far too many so-called "believers" are riding the fence, playing a game, or trying to look devout when their character shows otherwise. Either follow and obey Him, or be honest in your unbelief and leave.

In today's social set-up, especially here in America, the prevailing philosophy seems to be, "I want it, and I want it NOW!" Young people are crying out for this at a pace that is bordering on the ridiculous, petty, and unrealistic. I do not see even the slightest awareness in most ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23, Mark 7:6, Mark 8:34-38, Titus 1:6, James 3:14, 1 John 2:9, 1 John 3:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Be A Copycat Series

Contributed by Michael Mays on Sep 14, 2021

What are the most tried and true teach methods? Imitation! Paul is a big advocate, if this passage is any indication. Let's use some children's games to help us learn how to live like Jesus--and cope with the consequences.

I. Introduction A. One of the more precious—and frustrating—parts of homeschooling (or educating young children in general) is teaching them how to write. Letter-forming does not come naturally to most of us, and it certainly doesn’t come by hearing a lecture on it. A child must see letters ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:17-21

Sermon # 12 - Building Beautiful Families Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 2, 2024

Beautiful godly families are the foundations for a godly church, society and nation. If we can follow God’s principles as taught in His word, our families will be happy places and a great blessing to those around us.

We read in Numbers 24:5, “How beautiful are your tents, Jacob, and the places where you live, Israel.” (GW) These are the words that were declared by the Prophet Balaam as he beheld the people of Israel from the top of a mountain. We studied that every one of these words that were spoken by Balaam ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 24:4-5, Genesis 3:12-13, Genesis 3:23, Numbers 24:5, Proverbs 24:3-4, Job 2:9-10, Genesis 25:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

The Songs Of Ascent – Part 10 – Psalm 128 – The Blessing Of The Lord With Flow On Results. Fear The Lord! Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 22, 2023

Those who fear the Lord and walk in His ways will know God’s blessing. For the Jew it meant blessing in the land, but for Christians we have blessings in the heavenlies and spiritual blessings. Nations have rejected the Lord and can’t be blessed, but will get worse.

THE SONGS OF ASCENT – PART 10 – PSALM 128 – THE BLESSING OF THE LORD WITH FLOW ON RESULTS. FEAR THE LORD! PSALM 128:0 A SONG OF ASCENTS. BLESSING IN EVERY VERSE [A]. INTRODUCTION This is such a mixed Psalm dealing mostly with blessing but the whole of it must depend on verse 1. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 128:1, Proverbs 1:7, Proverbs 9:10, Psalm 111:10, Psalm 32:1-2, Psalm 33:12, Psalm 34:8, Isaiah 55:1-2, Jeremiah 17:5, Psalm 128:2, Micah 4:3-4, Psalm 128:3, Psalm 127:5, Psalm 128:4, Ephesians 1:3, Revelation 22:14, Psalm 128:5, 2 Corinthians 6:2, Psalm 128:6, Job 12:12, Psalm 91:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"I Will Never Be The Same Again"

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jun 12, 2011

When you finally and truly realize, what this is talking about, that which is available to all of us who have accepted Jesus and the Grace message He gave us. It is a life changing, game changing, turn your world upside down, inside out experience!

I Will Never Be The Same Again We live in a world where communication is key, its very important to all of us. Never has there been a time in history, that people have ever spoke to each other more than they do now a days. The number of ways grows on a daily basis. Smart phones keep getting ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tested & Approved In Christ

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 11, 2025

The Christian’s life is similar to the Olympic Games where we are all competing to win the approval of God. Some Christian's behavior is NOT approved, most are told to work toward God's approval, and some are said to be approved while still on earth.

TESTED & APPROVED IN CHRIST 2 Tim. 2:15 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A man named Bubba had a stray dog that kept showing up at his door. His wife said, “Bubba, you need to take him out in the woods and drop him off.” He did, but when he got to the house, the dog was standing on the doorstep. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15, 1 Corinthians 9:27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Garden Tomb – The Sagacity Of Patience (9/12) Series

Contributed by Eduardo (Eddie) Fernandes on Oct 12, 2020

“Game over. Jesus was dead. We lost.” The Disciples stopped believing and gave up waiting. Sagacity is the quality of being discerning, patient, farsighted and wise. Don't lose faith in troubled times. Immediate/Instant are not always part of God’s vocabulary.

Message by Eddie Fernandes Introduction (Click intro title) We are in a 12-part series titled: REFLECTIONS ON THE STATIONS OF THE CROSS. It will end on SUNDAY JULY 26. I am about to preach the 9th message in that series. I will start my sermon in a rather unusual way today. Firstly HOWEVER, I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:40-41, Mark 16:1-2, Luke 24:9-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Are You In Or Out?

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Nov 11, 2002

In the end we will not be able to say "I don’t want to play this religion game." It won’t be about religion, but about relationship with God. As Jesus prepares to go to the cross, He shares His very last teaching, about our lives, and about the end times.

A professor of a graduate-school class of gifted students included a HUGE amount of material on the midterm exam. Tension in the room built, people were sighing and gasping aloud as they realized how much material they had covered and were expected to recall. The following week, the professor ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-46

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Winning Ways Of Worship

Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Nov 22, 2005

Recently, a group now known as The Lucky 7 won 315,000,000 dollars in the Mega Lotto. Have you ever won a game of tic-tac-toe, monopoly, a foot race, if not . . . don’t worry,if you are a true worshipper, you are already a winner.

THE WINNING WAYS OF WORSHIP MATTHEW 15:21-28 ON WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 16, 2005 SEVEN EMPLOYEES OF KAISER ANAHEIM KNOWN NOW AS THE LUCKY SEVEN MILLIONAIRES WOKE UP WITH NEW FOUND RICHES, AS THEY WERE THE WINNERS OF THE 315 MILLION DOLLAR MEGA LOTTO. AFTER TAXES, A THREE DOLLAR INVESTMENT WILL NET THEM ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faithfulness Will Set You Apart From The Crowd

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Apr 14, 2009

Because the writer of Hebrews starts the Chapter with “Therefore” he is telling us that we might discover what faithfulness looks like in the first two chapters in addition to what he is writing now. So what we have seen so far is open game in discoverin

Faithfulness will set you apart from the Crowd Wed. Night Service April 1st 2009 Hebrews 3:1-6 Introduction The writer of Hebrews, calls attention to Jesus. He tells us to “Consider Christ Jesus” or to “fix your thoughts on Jesus”. The writer of Hebrews has picked Jesus out from the crowd. And ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Arrest, Trial And Death Of Jesus, Part 2 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 14, 2014

The bible only records Pilate's actions as, “He had Jesus flogged …” Today, Christians need to stop playing games with the love Jesus has for us. We need to be reminded that we deserve what He took, and because of that He is Lord!

The Arrest, Trial and Death of Jesus, Part 2 Mark 14:66 – Mark 15:20 - Jesus is demonstrated in this book as a “servant” -- Today we continue the final week of Jesus’ life and ministry - On Wednesday night we saw several things take shape in this story: - 1) Jesus ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Falling Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Oct 16, 2012

A fall of God’s power over a church/believer is a game changer (encouragement) It is the outpouring of His Spirit that makes us keep going when the well gets dry, waters have grown stagnant, burned out & ready to quit. For those who are spiritually thirst

June 6, 2012 Holy Spirit Part 1 A A fall of God’s power over a church/believer is a game changer (encouragement) 1 Acts 3.19, describes these times as “times of refreshing.” 19 "Therefore repent and return, so that your sins may be wiped away, in order that times of refreshing ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 44:3

Denomination: Baptist

Choices Of The Heart Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Oct 2, 2022

This the second sermon in a series based on The Book of Proverbs. Based on the TV game show "Let's Make a Deal," in which contestants struggle with the desire of their hearts -- to win "big" prizes or money, the choices we reveal the desires of our heart.

I’m going to assume that you all are familiar with a popular little game show called “Let’s Make a Deal.” It’s been on for, like, ever it seems. The “contestants” are offered various “mystery prizes” to choose from. Some of the prizes are really amazing and some of the prizes … well, they’re ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-22, Matthew 7:13-14, 1 Kings 11:4-6, 1 Kings 11:11-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Run To Win

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jul 6, 2025

We are not in the Olympics or the Isthmian games. Still, we’re all running and we’re all busy. But are we running toward the right thing? What race are you running right now? Are you running the rat race of a hectic life, or are you running the race for heaven?

Alba 7-6-2025 RUN TO WIN I Corinthians 9:24-27 Herm Edwards, former coach of the New York Jets, was best known for his leadership and motivational abilities, which helped shape not just the teams he coached, but also the players who respected him. His most memorable moment with the Jets came in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Naked And Ashamed Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 18, 2023

What was the first thing that was lost when Adam and Eve ate of the fruit?

OPEN: A mother told about her 7-year-old daughter, Jessica. Jessica always seemed to understand the deeper things of Scripture. One time they were reading the story of Adam and Eve and talked about how sin had come into the world. But then, later that week, Jessica became ill and had to stay home ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ