Sermons on Treasure And Pearl:

What's It Worth To You?

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 24, 2007

An examination of the Kingdom of God.

WHAT’S IT WORTH TO YOU? - Matthew 13:44-46 In Jesus’ ministry, He taught a great deal about the Kingdom of Heaven or the Kingdom of God. It was only natural, as He was teaching, for people to wonder how to become part of the Kingdom, how to get in on the Kingdom of God. In response to their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Baptist

Have You Understood? Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the deep truths of the kingdom of heaven as conveyed through Jesus's parables, and challenges listeners to truly understand and recognize its presence in their lives.

Welcome church! Today we’ve got an incredible passage of scripture jam packed with five different parables from Jesus. Parables are short and/or simple stories that highlight religious or moral truths. In the case of Jesus, parables were often used to simplify and make accessible the divine truths ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-33

Topics: Parables Of Christ, Kingdom Of Heaven, Spiritual Understanding

"it's Not Our Job To Judge The World"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 18, 2023

A sermon about loving people into the kingdom.

“It’s Not Our Job to Judge the World” Matthew 7:1-6 Mission Insight is a program that our Holston Conference of the United Methodist Church pays for and makes available to local churches such as ourselves so that we can find out about our community. The information comes from the census, a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6

Denomination: United Methodist

It’s About Time [management - Stewardship]

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 20, 2005

God gives us no "rollover minutes". Weblink included to Formatted Text Version, Handout, and ready-made Powerpoint Presentation. This message will make you think about what’s really important, and gives practical solutions to our busy schedules.

It’s About Time Psalm 90 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/AboutTime.html Imagine there is a bank that credits your account each morning with $86,400. It carries over no balance from day to day. Every evening deletes whatever part of the balance you failed to use during the day. What would you do? ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-12, Psalm 90:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Ultimate Retirement Plan

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Jul 19, 2004

Retirement is something that is on everyone’s mind. Here’s a look at God’s Retirement Plan.

The Ultimate Retirement Plan “A 401K That Will Not Decay” I. Introduction A. Planning for the future is a must in today’s society. 1. We are living longer lives due to medicine and research. 2. Social Security & Medicare are not enough by themselves: we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Who Am I?"

Contributed by Bubot Parago on Sep 27, 2008

This is a question of utmost significance who had been looking for his true self."Who am I"? May this message bring you to an encounter of who you really are....

This is a question of utmost significance who had been looking for his true self."Who am I"? Let this message bring you to an encounter of who you really are... Of all God’s creation, only man searches for an answer to this ancients of question. Many have temporarily answered it,even ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44

Denomination: Pentecostal

Celebration Of Grace Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 14, 2009

God pours out his grace upon us. Because of this, we have much to celebrate.

Ephesians 1:3-14 “Celebration of Grace” INTRODUCTION Imagine what it would be like to uncover priceless treasures and riches beyond your wildest dreams. What would it feel like? What would a person be thinking? How would a person react? In February 1923, Howard Carter made one of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Choosing Excellence Over Loss-2 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 15, 2018

2 of 4. Paul told the Philippian Christians the value & means of maintaining a proper level of commitment to Christ. Christians are expected to maintain their commitment to Christ. But Who will, & How? Those who maintain their commitment to Christ...

CHOOSING EXCELLENCE Over Loss-II—Php. 3:7-16 Attention: “On April 21st, in the year 1519, the Spanish explorer Hernando Cortez sailed into the harbor of Vera Cruz, Mexico. He brought with him only about 600 men, & yet over the next two years his vastly outnumbered forces were able to defeat ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Generous Heart Series

Contributed by Stephen Brown on Jan 19, 2016

Why do we give? What does Scripture teach about giving? We serve a giving Father and a giving Son. If we are being transformed into His image, we will be giving as well.

Why do we give? Sometimes we are compelled to give to something we believe in. Sometimes we give because we feel sorry for someone in a less fortunate situation. Sometimes we give because we feel guilty. Sometimes we give because we have some left over. Sometime we just don’t give. What ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34

Denomination: Baptist

Give God Your Money Series

Contributed by Archie Norman on Feb 9, 2016

Give It Up

Give God Your Money Matthew 6:19-21 1. A careful evaluation of my treasure 2. A careful examination of my future 3. A careful explanation of my heart ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

Testing Your Investment Strategy Series

Contributed by David Mcbeath on Nov 23, 2011

The Command: Invest in Heaven 5 Tests to Guide Our Investments in a Heavenly Direction: 1. Durability Test 2. Bank Test 3. Heart Test 4. Eye Test 5. Master Test

Series: Stewardship, Message: Testing Your Investment Strategy Topics: Money, Investments, Masters, Heart Text: Matthew 6:19-24 Date: Nov. 27, 2011 Pastor: David McBeath (A portion of this sermon is based on an outline by Brian Bill of Pontiac Bible Church) INTRODUCTION A recent survey suggests ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

Discerning & Discovering Spiritual Blessings Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jul 5, 2011

In chapter 2, a father encourages his son to search diligently for this rare jewel because wisdom is not usually discovered by the casual observer. Wisdom is discovered and enjoyed only by those who are diligent, devoted, and determined to seek it.

PROVERBS 2:1-8 DISCERNING AND DISCOVERING SPIRITUAL BLESSINGS When Betty Goldstein of Staten Island, New York, entered the hospital, her husband Ron wrapped her 3.5-carat diamond ring in a napkin for safekeeping. But in a forgetful moment, the 63-year-old Goldstein threw the napkin in the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Family Series

Contributed by Archie Norman on Aug 14, 2015

Family

Family Ephesians 5:33-6:4 1. Husband treasure your wife - v. 33 2. Wife respect your husband - v. 33 3. Children obey and your parents - 6:1-3 4. Parents discipline and instruct your children - 6:4 ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Investing In Eternal Things Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 2, 2013

A message written for the 30 Day Church Challenge

This message is adapted from material included in the 30 Day Church Challenge Kit from Outreach Marketing and the message written by Pastor Hal Seed. In this world it is not what we take up but what we give up that makes us rich – Henry Ward Beecher The intent of the 30 Day Church Challenge ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23-24

Denomination: Church Of God

Having Possessions And Being Possessed

Contributed by H.b. Charles Jr. on Oct 21, 2012

"Having Possessions and Being Possessed" is a message from Matthew 6:19-21. It teaches three lessons: (1) Be careful of where your treasure resides. (2) Be committed to treasure that remains. And (3) Be concerned about what your treasure reveals.

HAVING POSSESSIONS AND BEING POSSESSED Matthew 6:19-21 Matthew 6:19-21 marks a transition in THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT. In the first half of this chapter, Jesus explains how righteous people practice religion. Verses 1-4 address how righteous people give. Verse 5-15 address how righteous people ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Baptist