Sermons on The Priceless Pearl:

Paul Said, "This Is What I Want!”

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jun 15, 2022

(Philippians 3:7-11) As I’m reading those words I can just picture Paul pausing in the midst of his writing. He leans back in his chair & begins to remember why he became a Christian, & what has happened since that day.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS OK TEXT: Philippians 3:7-11 Have you ever experienced an embarrassing memory loss? A number of times people ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Life Of Grace Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Jun 9, 2020

To avoid unrighteous judgment: 1) Be merciful, 2) Be humble, 3) Be helpful.

Healthy Disciples: A LIFE OF GRACE—Matthew 7:1-6 ***(before you read the text) What quotations from the Bible are you most likely to hear from non-Christians?...There is one in our text today.** Read Matthew 7:1-6. “Do not judge…” No one likes to be judged—for their appearance, their taste in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Thanksgiving - The Fields Are Ripe

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 11, 2020

We need to go beyond being thankful for the blessings we have received this thanksgiving and share with the lost of this world what it is like to be a child of God who has every spiritual blessing in Jesus! The fields are truly ripe!

Thanksgiving – The Fields are Ripe Psalms 138 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 As thanksgiving approaches my mouth begins to water and stomach growl as I think about all the mashed potatoes, turkey, stuffing, carrots, dressing and turnip smothered in gravy ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Prodigal Examination PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 26, 2024

Explores the lessons of love, forgiveness, and grace in the parable of the prodigal son from different perspectives and their application in our lives.

Good morning, beloved family. It is a joy, a privilege, and a blessing to stand before you today, to share in the word of God, to delve into the richness of His teachings, and to find comfort, wisdom, and guidance in the sacred text we hold so dear. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Topics: Inward Examination, Easter, New Church

How To Be Content With A Little - Philippians 4:11-13 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 16, 2022

We all know there are countless things we can't do. So when God says you can do all things through Christ, what does that include?

Contentment is priceless, because it is needed for putting all the main principles of Philippians into practice. Let privation humble you (submit to providence), look to God for strength to let go of discontent (you’ll need it!), and count on the promise that you can perform any feat of contentment ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:11-13

Tell Others

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Oct 15, 2013

We must make it our practice to tell others what God has done for us.

Tell Others October 13, 2013 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must make it our practice to tell others what God has done for us. Focus Passage: Mark 5:1-20 Supplemental Passage: And Jesus came up and spoke to them, saying, "All authority has been ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

And The Gospel Goes On Series

Contributed by Richard White on Aug 28, 2008

The theme of Acts is not just the works of the apostles but that nothing stops God from spreading His word.

And the Gospel goes on. Acts 8:1-24 Very anticlimactically written, from this point on there is a shift from Peter and John to a man named Saul. Saul is introduced as being present when Stephen was stoned and that he gave his approval. Dr. Luke gives us insight into Saul and then will compare it ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living In A Leaky Tent

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Sep 15, 2007

Sometimes we go through struggles while living here on earth but God has a great reward waiting for us.

I. Raining when camping – Army – raining, training – dream of being in barracks or at home II. Dreaming of home while living in a tent is what our text today is talking about A. Just like our home is in our dreams it is also a reality B. We have to live in these tents while we wait for heaven ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Factors Affecting Marriage Relationships

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 30, 2004

In our text today, Peter gave some essential "Factors" affecting marriage relationships.

In our text today, Peter gave some essential "factors" affecting marriage relationships. I. FOR THE WIVES In the first six verses of 1 Peter Chapter 3, the Apostle hands wives four "factors" affecting marrige relationships. A. Actions (vs.1-2) The tendency for many is to read this and say, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Sin Is In The Camp

Contributed by Jimmy Giffin on Mar 14, 2004

The nation of Israel is stopped on their march into the Promise land. The reason why and the solution are here in this message.

WHEN THERE IS SIN IN THE CAMP Text: II Corinthians 10:4; Joshua 7 The weapons of our warfare are not carnal. (worldly) They are mighty through God to pull down strongholds. Whether we want to admit to it or not the Church is involved in a spiritual war. The enemy we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4, Joshua 7:1-26

Denomination: Church Of God

His Special Treasure Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on May 22, 2013

When the KING walks in, all the other ‘dust’ has to just fly away! I am talking about Jesus Christ of Nazareth who just swept me off the floor to be His precious treasure! Amen.

His special treasure! Exodus 19:5”Now therefore, if you will indeed obey My voice and keep My covenant, then you shall be a special treasure to Me above all people; for all the earth is Mine.” It was around midnight, my last day in my apartment, that I had adored, bought with lot of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

True Faith = Salvation

Contributed by Todd Greene on Jan 4, 2014

Living out our faith is highly important in maintaing our relationship with Jesus Christ. Salvation is today and our faith in the Lord must be strong and steady!

True Faith = Salvation 1 Peter 1:1–12 Introduction: Faith is powerful and it is what we are required to have in our Christian walk with Christ with the guidance of the Holy Ghost. We have faith in the fact that Christ was/is God Himself. This Scripture today shows us there are a few ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Philippians 3:7-11

Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 14, 2024

Philippians 3:7-11

Philippians 3:7-11 (Acts 9:1-9) The Point | What you value the most will determine how you live your life. ((Your values determine your direction)) This is, in my opinion, one of the most simple and beautiful pictures in all of scripture that gets to the heart of what our faith is all about. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Core 52 Week 44 - He Is Risen Indeed! Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Nov 5, 2020

Resurrection. What does that even mean? Jesus is our example of what resurrection will be like.

Core 52 Week 44 - Resurrection You can listen to the audio of this sermon on my podcast at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/6238342 Intro: • Two old men had been best friends for years, and they both live to their early 90’s, when one of them suddenly falls deathly ill. His friend comes to visit ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:22, 1 Peter 1:3-4, 1 Peter 1:21-23, 1 Corinthians 4:20, 2 Timothy 1:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The $$$$ Of Following Christ

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Aug 3, 2007

Following Christ may $$$$(cost) you the dearest thing you possess

A modern day Rip Van Winkle fell asleep and woke up in the year 2076. Immediately, he rushed to a phone booth to call his brokerage firm. They found his portfolio and reported, “Your Walmart stock is worth $50 million. Your AT&T stock is worth $62 million. And your Microsoft stock is worth $120 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:18-30

Denomination: Baptist