Sermons on Ultimate Satisfaction:

Jesus Is God's Answer Sermon Vi: Jesus Meets Our Deepest Needs Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jan 6, 2020

True contentment is not a matter of doing something to earn a degree of satisfaction but is spiritual in nature and depends on who we believe in and commit our lives to. Our longing to be satisfied is fully met by Jesus our Lord.

JESUS OUR LORD MEETS OUR DEEPEST NEEDS Of all the words of tongue or pen, the saddest are these: “It might have been.” Folks, there is no need whatsoever for a follower of Jesus Christ to despair over what was, what is, what will be. ...read more

Scripture: John 6:22-40

The Myth Of More Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Aug 26, 2012

Contentment is wanting what you already have.

The Myth of More Exodus 20:17 Rev. Brian Bill 8/26/12 Society is trying to sell us stuff all the time…and it’s not all that difficult to do because we’re so unsatisfied with what we have. Would you agree that discontentment is our default setting? Capitalizing on our inherent ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:17

Denomination: Baptist

Divine Irony: Idol Worship Still Exists In The 21st Century Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 4, 2024

Divine Irony: Idol Worship Still Exists in the 21st Century. In 1 Kings 18:27 Elijah mocks the prophets of Baal, exposing the futility of idol worship - a topic that remains relevant despite the passage of centuries.

Divine Irony: Idol Worship Still Exists in the 21st Century 1 Kings 18:27 (NLT): "About noontime Elijah began mocking them. 'You’ll have to shout louder,' he scoffed, 'for surely he is a god! Perhaps he is daydreaming, or is relieving himself. Or maybe he is away on a trip, or is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:27, Psalm 115:4-8, Colossians 3:5, Matthew 6:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Bread Of Life Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Oct 8, 2010

When our physical hunger is satisfied, what can satisfy our hunger for security and satisfaction of the soul?

In his book entitled God‘s Psychiatry, Charles Allen tells this story: As World War II was drawing to a close, the Allied armies gathered up many hungry orphans. They were placed in camps where they were well-fed. Despite excellent care, they slept poorly. They seemed nervous and afraid. ...read more

Scripture: John 7:10-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm 84 - Praying To Enjoy God's Presence Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 9, 2024

Enjoying God's presence.

A. FINDING GOD’S PRESENCE “I want you to enjoy coming into My presence in the tabernacle; and expressing your deep passion for the courts of My house. May your flesh cry out when you are not there. The sparrows are so comfortable in My presence that they make their nest within sight of My altar. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Purpose In Living Series

Contributed by Brian Credille on Mar 11, 2001

Jesus provides for all people a purpose and meaning to life that will truly bring fulfillment and satisfaction.

"A Purpose in Living" Matthew 5:13-16 INTRODUCTION 1. People today are groping for some kind of meaning to life. People are turning to illegal drugs, immoral lifestyles, and some to suicide because life is a meaningless cycle of disappointment and despair. 2. Many Christians suffer in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Put Your Pencils Down

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Sep 1, 2001

A Labor Day and Communion message, dealing with the sources of satisfaction in work. Designed for audience participation.

Labor Day, and school is starting again. I wonder, do they still do the same things as when I was in school? Do they still have the same rituals? Maybe not. Things do change. Dodgeball, for example. Now that was THE game in my day. You had the right to throw the ball as hard as you could and ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

What Do We Labor For? Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 4, 2008

God offers a satisfaction deeper and more real than any pleasure the world provides.

Scripture Introduction “I am the bread of life.” “I am the light of the world.” “I am the gate.” “I am the good shepherd.” “I am the resurrection and the life.” “I am the way and the truth and the life.” “I am the true vine.” Each of these seven statements by Jesus, known as the “I AM ...read more

Scripture: John 6:22-36

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Empty Expedition Of Enjoyment Series

Contributed by James Mcdonald on Sep 18, 2007

Solomon’s personal testimony of his empty expedition to find satisfaction without God.

The Empty Expedition of Enjoyment Illustration This past Tuesday, Stacy and I went up to Freeport to encourage a local homeschooling support group. The group had advertised the event in their area, seeking to increase attendance a bit. I received an email from a friend of mine, Bob, who attends a ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Taming The Tongue

Contributed by Gregory Lilly on Jan 3, 2013

As believers we should learn to use our tongue for God's glory and not for the satisfaction of the flesh.

James 3:1-10 Intro: Words are extremely powerful and the instrument used to release them is powerful also, our tongue. Are you using your words and tongue for God's glory or are you using them for your purpose? In this message, let us see the tongue for what it is, a ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Why Silver Can Never Satisfy

Contributed by David Goering on Aug 16, 2018

Why silver can never satisfy, and why true satisfaction is in Jesus Christ alone.

SCRIPTURE TEXT: Ecclesiastes 5:10 "He that loveth silver shall not be satisfied with silver; nor he that loveth abundance with increase..." PROPOSITION: To use this text and others to show why silver can never satisfy, and also to show that true satisfaction is in Jesus Christ alone, we were ...read more

He Is The One

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Apr 23, 2015

Two things we need most are found in Jesus: real security and deep satisfaction.

King Saul was a major disappointment. As you know, he was the first king of Israel, and he was everything you would want a king to be. When we first meet him in the pages of Scripture, we are told that he was “a handsome young man.” In fact, “there was not a man among the people ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Authority Of The Bible

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Mar 15, 2004

Who is the ultimate Authority of the Scriptures?

The Authority Of The Bible What is the foundation of the truth for the New Testament? St John 14:1-27 . Is the absolute authority, The Pope of Rome, The Bible Scollars, what about the Church Conferences? None of the above? The answer is, none ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Wonder Of His Resurrection Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jul 19, 2004

Jesus provides ultimate hope.

"THE WONDER OF HIS RESURRECTION" LUKE 24: 13-35 INTRODUCTION: In the movie, "City Slickers," comedian Billy Crystal plays a bored baby boomer who sells advertising. One day he is invited to visit his son’s school to tell the children about his job. But as he speaks he can see the kids are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Christian Church

Ephesians: My Wealth, Walk, And Warfare: Lesson 6

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 22, 2009

Our Ultimate Purpose on Earth

A. INTRODUCTION, v.1 1. PRISONER, (v. 1). Not seeking sympathy, but accepts circumstances. 2. WALK WORTHY. a. Arrange your life to be worthy. b. Walking involves direction, planning, advancement, and step by step. 3. VOCATION, (Gk. kleiss your life’s work). Walk “Even ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Baptist