Sermons on Vain Things:

I Need A New Thing PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 18, 2023

Embracing God's transformative work in our lives, letting go of the past, and looking forward to the future He has planned.

Ladies and gentlemen, brothers and sisters in Christ, I greet you with the warmest of welcomes as we gather here today, bound together by our shared faith and a desire to grow closer to our Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here to grow, to learn, to be transformed, and to be filled with the wisdom and ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 16:4, Isaiah 43:18-19

Topics: Jeremiah, Isaiah

Some Things Must Be Retained PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 20, 2023

Encourages believers to focus on heavenly matters, find joy in Christ, and live lives hidden with Him, seeking wisdom from God's Word.

Good morning, dear friends. It's always a delight to gather together in this sacred space, where we can lift our hearts in worship and open our minds to the wisdom of God's Word. We're here today, not because we are perfect, but because we are in pursuit of the One who is. We're here today, not ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Topics: Release

All Things Are Possible With God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 11, 2024

This sermon explores the limitless power of God, encouraging believers to perceive, believe, and receive the impossible through faith in God's promises.

Beloved, I am honored to stand before you today, filled with the joy and anticipation that is stirred up within us as we gather to experience the richness of God's Word. It is a privilege, a blessing, to be able to share in this time of worship and fellowship together, as we seek to deepen our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:27

Topics: God, Impossible, Possible

All Things Are Possible With God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 12, 2025

God’s presence makes the impossible possible; when we reach our limits, we can trust His power and faithfulness to carry us through every challenge.

Some of us walked in today with a tight throat and a tired heart. The week has been long. The bills stack up, the headlines hit hard, and the calendar doesn’t care that your energy is on empty. You’ve prayed for the prodigal until your words feel worn. You’ve watched the doctor’s face for good news ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:24-26, Luke 1:37, Philippians 4:13

Topics: Belief, Trust, God

Love Is Three Simple Things PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 24, 2025

God’s steadfast love transforms us, enabling us to extend patient, kind, and honest love to others, even in difficult relationships and situations.

If you’ve ever stood at the sink late at night replaying a hard conversation, wondering whether love can last through another week of deadlines, disappointments, or disrespect, you are in good company. Hearts get bruised. Words get sharp. People we care about act like porcupines. And if we’re ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Topics: Loving Others, Difficult People

Five Things That Grace Does PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 26, 2025

God’s grace meets us in our brokenness, not as something earned, but as a transforming gift that brings new life and freedom in Christ.

There is a hush that falls on the heart when grace comes close. Like dawn quietly lifting the night off the hills, grace slips in—soft, steady, sure—and before you know it, the frost of fear begins to melt. Maybe you’ve felt it on a hard day when your own strength ran out, or in a quiet moment when ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-8

Topics: Grace, Salvation

Third Commandment Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 14, 2016

The Third commandment is talking about the Name of God. Not to use in vain.

Third Commandment Exodus 20:7 Introduction: This third command talks about the name of the Lord which great identity. It reflects the Characters, it reminds the personality, it brings the deeds of a person. Names are associated with events. A personal name identifies a specific unique and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Methodist

Fidelity In All Things, Especially Marriage

Contributed by Andre King on Oct 17, 2015

Fidelity and Loyalty are needed in all areas of our lives, especially marriage.

• I’VE BEEN IN THIS PULPIT FOR MORE THAN A YEAR AND THIS IS THE FIRST LESSON THAT I’VE ATTEMPTED TO PREACH ON MARRIAGE. • MAYBE I WAS AFRAID. TO BE ABLE TO SPEAK FROM THE WORD OF GOD ON A PARTICULAR SUBJECT, ONE MUST FEEL THAT HE HAS A MASTERY OF IT OR AT LEAST A WORKING ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:15-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Some Things We Need To Learn..

Contributed by Phil Dyar on Jun 4, 2003

IN THE BOOK OF PHILIPPIANS WE FIND SOME THINGS WE ALL NEED TO LEARN.

PHILIPPIANS, 4;11 SAYS, NOT THAT I SPEAK IN RESPECT OF WANT ;FOR I HAVE LEARNED IN WHATSOEVER STATE I AM, THEREWITH TO BE CONTENT.TEXT KJV. TITLE, SOME THINGS WE NEED TO LEARN. 1.WE NEED TO LEARN TO STAND. PHIL.4;1,THEREFORE MY BRETHREN DEARLY BELOVED AND LONGED FOR MY JOY AND CROWN,SO ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-19

The Futility Of Empty Religion Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 10, 2025

As Christians, we often find ourselves caught up in the routines of religion, attending church services, participating in rituals, and even performing good works.

As Christians, we often find ourselves caught up in the routines of religion, attending church services, participating in rituals, and even performing good works. However, if our lifestyle remains contrary to the teachings of Jesus Christ and the Holy Bible, we must confront the harsh reality that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23, Galatians 5:22-23

Christian Freedom

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 18, 2019

Are we truly free or still in bondage? Let’s learn that being saved from sickness and bondage to vain traditions are somewhat similar. Let’s discuss healing, slavery to man-made religious rules and freedom in Luke 13:10-17.

Are we truly free or still in bondage? Let’s learn that being saved from sickness and bondage to vain traditions are somewhat similar. Let’s discuss healing, slavery to man-made religious rules and freedom in Luke 13:10-17. Healed Luke 13:10 One Sabbath day as Jesus was teaching in a synagogue, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Come For All Things Are Now Ready Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Feb 18, 2010

I. THE LOVE WHICH IS SEEN (16-17) A. Intention which love shows B. Invitation which love sends II. THE LIES WHICH ARE SAID (18-20) A. The deception with their excuses 1. I cannot because of my PURCHASED LAND 2. I cannot come because o

“Come; for all things are now ready” Luke 14:16-24 I. THE LOVE WHICH IS SEEN (16-17) A. Intention which love shows B. Invitation which love sends II. THE LIES WHICH ARE SAID (18-20) A. The deception with their excuses 1. I cannot because of my PURCHASED LAND 2. I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:14-24

Denomination: Baptist

Things To Do Before I Die

Contributed by Michael Martin on Mar 8, 2007

I have accomplished a lot of physical things, but there are some Spiritual things I’d like to do, before I die!

(Psalm 39:1-13) "O spare me, that I may recover strength, before I go hence, and be no more." The Psalmist asks God to give him strength to accomplish these things before "I go hence, and be no more." (v. 13) In other words, these are things he wants to do before he dies. I have a running list ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 39:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Things I Must Tell The Children

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Apr 17, 2008

What are the non-negotiables for your family? What are the things that you want to make sure your children understand? Here are practical patterns for the things we must tell the children.

Things I must tell the children Deuteronomy 6:1-9 Deuteronomy 6:5 5 Love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. (NIV) God’s Top Ten (The Ten Commandments) I. NO OTHER GODS BEFORE ME II. NO IDOLS III. DON’T TAKE THE LORD’S NAME IN VAIN IV. KEEP THE ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-9

Denomination: Church Of God

Eating The Fruit Of Your Labor - Part Ii Series

Contributed by Pastor (Dr.) Francesca Fajinmi on Dec 31, 2016

This is the second part of the sermon on "Eating the fruit of your labor". Debunking the notion that the fruit of our labor is worth eating.

Another example of labor in the Bible was the labor of Judas and Lazy man JUDAS He performed hard labor to betray Jesus Christ. It cannot be an easy task to betray Jesus! What effort it must have taken to convince the high priest that he can turn Jesus over to them? But he prevailed and his ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-11, Acts 9:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational