Sermons on Treasure Hidden In The Field:

I've Seen That Trick Before Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 11, 2011

A study of chapter 33 of the book of Isaiah verses 1 through 24.

Isaiah 33: 1 – 24 I’ve Seen That Trick Before 1 Woe to you who plunder, though you have not been plundered; And you who deal treacherously, though they have not dealt treacherously with you! When you cease plundering, you will be plundered; When you make an end of dealing ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 33:1-24

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

A Perplexing Parable Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 26, 2021

Jesus is saying to His disciples that they can learn from non-Christian dedication, even the dedication of crooks. Look at the world and learn something from their commitment to their evil goals.

Have you ever heard or read of such a unique and perfectly planned crime that you said to yourself, "That was really clever"? For example, was it not amazing that that group of men in England could steal millions of dollars without firing a shot? We have to admit it was a bad thing well ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-15

What Judas Missed-8

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 26, 2018

8 of ? Judas missed the entirety of that which took place from the time of his leaving the Lord’s supper(13:30) until he arrived in the Garden of Gethsemane, with those who would arrest Jesus(18:3)! Judas Missed...

WHAT JUDAS MISSED-VIII—John 13:31–14:11(John 13:18--17:26) OR--‘WHILE YOU WERE OUT/AWAY’ Attention: My Children Are Not My Children: In Washington State ca. 2002, when a parent applied for state benefits for their children, DNA tests were required for proof of parentage. But when a woman(Lydia ...read more

Scripture: John 13:38, John 14:1

Denomination: Baptist

When The Hypocrite Man Helps The Needy They Make Known To All! Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 25, 2019

our good deeds should be motivated by a sincere desire to help others. Our responsibility to care for each other....

1. Wicked and hypocrite Christian: our good deeds should be motivated by a sincere desire to help others. Our responsibility to care for each other, especially to care for the poor and needy among us, is all over the place in the bible. Many Christians want public recognition when helping the poor. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-40, 1 Timothy 6:10, Philippians 4:8-9, Proverbs 29:7

How To Guard Your Faith

Contributed by Stan Simonik on Oct 11, 2004

We are very good at guarding our valued possessions. Let us also quard our faith, with the help of the Holy Spirit.

C-PENTECOST 18 2 Timothy 1:14 “How to Guard Your Faith.” Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, how would you guard a treasure? Perhaps you would put it into a safety deposit box in a bank. Or, you could get a big heavy vault, install a good alarm system with cameras, maybe even some mean dogs ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:14

Denomination: Lutheran

The Rich Young Man

Contributed by Guy Williams on Mar 17, 2019

Do we own our possessions or do our possessions own us?

Today’s message comes to us from Matthew chapter 19. It is the story of the rich young man who meets Jesus. It is about the things we value – our possessions. Right and wrong attitudes. Worldly and biblical attitudes. It is a story that starts with a question about how to obtain eternal ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-29, Exodus 20:1-5, 1 Timothy 6:6-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On The Mount Lesson 28

Contributed by Bill Prater on Jan 8, 2001

Lesson 28

In verses 1-18 of Matthew 6 it’s as if we have been in the sanctuary of the Lord communing with Him who "seeth in secret." Beginning in verse 19, we leave the safety and security of communion with the Lord, and immediately find ourselves combating the temptations and trials of the world. It is no ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Practical Living Series Series

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 31, 2010

• For the past nine weeks we have looked at practical living steps that we should implement on a daily basis. • We have looked at avoiding offenses, trust & faith in God; we looked at the quality of life, covetousness, authenticity, living stress free, b

Introduction • For the past nine weeks we have looked at practical living steps that we should implement on a daily basis. • We have looked at avoiding offenses, trust & faith in God; we looked at the quality of life, covetousness, authenticity, living stress free, boundaries, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Habit Of Giving Series

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Jan 10, 2004

This sermon discusses the need to tithe, and the difference between tithing and giving.

The Habit of Giving 1 Corinthians 16:2, 2 Corinthians 8:7, John 3:16, Matthew 6:21, 1 Timothy 6:17-18, Proverbs 3:5, Prov 3:9-10, Luke 6:38, Matthew 6:19 - 20, Proverbs 11:25. 22:9, Deuteronomy 14:22, Matthew 23:23, Deuteronomy 14:23, 1 Corinthians 8:6, Psa 116:12, Deuteronomy 16:17, Malachi ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:2, Malachi 3:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Star Of Christmas

Contributed by David Buffaloe on Dec 12, 2011

Jesus Christ is the Star of Christmas

FOCAL Matthew 2:10-11 (KJV) When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy. 11 And when they were come into the house, they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshiped him: and when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Of Trust Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 11, 2009

Explores how to remain focused in a time of financial uncertainty.

Continuing series… entitled Spiritual Insight for Insecure Times. I imagine each of us can sense something of the uncertainty in the air. • As I watch the now global drama of economic news, I see our sense of security being shaken loose.. • As I watch the value of homes and savings drop ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Life Of Trust Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Nov 19, 2008

Trust begins in recognizing that we have been entrusted as managers of God’s resources.

A Life of Trust Brad Bailey – November 16, 2008 (Portions of the following were not shared due to time… but the notes have been maintained as a resource.) Continuing series… entitled Spiritual Insight for Insecure Times. I imagine each of us can sense something of the uncertainty in the air. • As I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Ready? Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Oct 13, 2019

Are You Ready? Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – September 15, 2019

Are You Ready? Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – September 15, 2019 Series #37 Text – Luke 12:32-48 Intro We are continuing in our extended encounter with Jesus through the Gospel of Luke. Luke refers to one of the Gospel accounts… formed by firsthand ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What God Says About Money Series

Contributed by John Baker on Jan 12, 2006

Series on Christian Stewardship

Title: What God says about Money – So Who’s in Charge of Your Wallet? Place: Oakdale Wesleyan Church Date: January 30, 2005 Subject, Series: Living the Uncomplicated Life Introduction There is an idea that floats around out there that God has little to say about how we use our money. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Holiness

The Test Of Fellowship

Contributed by Abraham Shanklin on Jan 31, 2004

Now after all of this John foresees a question that will be raised by the recipients of this letter. The question: How do we know if we really know God? One translation of the Scriptures puts it this way, “How can we be sure that we belong to Him?”

Living the Life Series: The Test of Fellowship Scripture Reference: 1 John 1:3 - 6 Introduction Last week’s game between the Washington Redskins and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers was an awesome game. It appeared in the first half of the game that the Redskins had showed up to play having got out to ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:3-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational