Sermons on Wealth Addiction:

We Can Be Wise! Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 17, 2013

Are we too mentally lazy to think? Being wise will help you rise!

We Can Be Wise! (Proverbs 21:20-23) 1. I have always enjoyed funny last words. Here are a few: No, he doesn’t bite? Hey look a light at the end of the tunnel. "It's a dud! It's a dud! It's a du...". What does this button do? So, you're a cannibal. Are you sure the power is off? Pull the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:20-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Let’s Make A Deal

Contributed by Spencer Miller on May 11, 2013

Everything including our own bodies is aging, decaying, and just wasting away. It is all corruptible and temporal. But the devil still whispers, “Let’s make a deal”.

INTRODUCTION In the 1960’s there was a very popular game show on television... entitled “Let’s Make A Deal!”, with Monty Hall the idea for the show involved contestants trying to win what was behind one of three doors. Typically there was a really nice prize (ie. a car; vacation) behind one of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

Gambling: Is It Okay To Play The Lottery? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jun 8, 2018

This sermon address God's answer to the issue of playing the lottery.

Introduction For many years I have wanted to address the issue of gambling, and specifically, the matter of playing the lottery. There is no text in Scripture that says, “You shall not gamble.” In fact, the words “gamble” or “gambling” are not found in the Bible. Nevertheless, that does not mean ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 65:11-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Pool Party

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 1, 2010

So tonight, I want us to learn some lessons from this pool party, when Jesus heals the disabled man, who had been disabled for thirty-eight years.

Lessons from A Pool Party John 5:1-9 Introduction Let’s suppose that I had in my hand one big lollipop and I heard outside of this window a whole bunch of children playing. So being the generous person that I am, I decide that I going to go outside and find the neediest child and give them ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Christ-Centered Life Sermon Iii: Attaining God's Goal Of Godliness Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 19, 2020

As we mature in our walk with the Lord, we learn that contentment depends not on material possessions but on the extent to which Christ as Lord possesses us.

WE GAIN GOD’S GIFT OF CONTENTMENT WHEN WE ATTAIN GOD’S GOAL OF GODLINESS Football players know that: the object of the game is to win by outscoring the opponent within a specified time frame . . . to score is to gain yardage one segment at a time until the Big Goal is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:3-21

Lessons From The Rich Young Ruler Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Mar 25, 2011

The power that controlled the rich young ruler kept him from experiencing Jesus' vision for his life.

A Luke 18.18-30 1 We know from Dr. Luke’s account (& from Matthew & Mark) that our man is 1) rich, 2) young and 3) ruler. a Young (24-40 years old) meant he probably came from a family with money. b Ruler meant he was in charge, authority, respect, possibly a member of the Sanhedrin. 2 This ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:18-30

Denomination: Baptist

Where Does It End?

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on May 8, 2001

This sermon indicates that neither success, pleasure or money will satisfy us in life. Godliness is the only thing which will bring contentment.

Where Does It End? GNLCC 5/6/2001 Eccesiastes 2:1-11 1 Timothy 6:6-10, 17-19 Before you decide to jump on a bus, a train, or a plane it is a good idea to know where the thing is going to stop. I had graduated from a school in a small town in upstate New York. There were no subways or ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11, 2 Timothy 6:6-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sex Can Not Make You Happy Series

Contributed by R. Escoanyelin Ortiz on Nov 4, 2011

to communicate the reality that happiness can not be found in sex

GOD IS THE CREATOR OF SEX. IT IS A BEAUTIFUL GIFT THAT GOD HAS GIVEN TO MARRIED PEOPLE. WE NEED TO REALIZE THAT SEX IN ITSELF IS NOT BAD (OF COURSE YOU MUST DO IT WITHIN MARRIAGE), BROTHERS AND SISTERS, ALL THE PLEASURE GIFTS THAT GOD HAS GIVEN US ARE SYMBOLS OF THE SUPERIOR PLEASURE OR THE ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Thanksgiving Joy Killers (And How To Beat Them). Series

Contributed by Tim White on Nov 19, 2012

There are three things in this passage that will steal your joy for Thanksgiving.

Giving thanks has always been a part of God’s people. Ill. The story is told of two old friends bumped into one another on the street one day. One of them looked forlorn, almost on the verge of tears. His friend asked, "What has the world done to you, my old friend?" The sad fellow said, "Let ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-35

Denomination: Baptist

Unified Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 30, 2017

Paul proclaims that we are all one in Christ.

Galatians 3:1-9, 23-29 “Unified" INTRODUCTION The struggle between Paul and his gospel of grace and the Circumcision Party and their demand for works continue. Last week the Circumcision Party attacked Paul’s credentials as an apostle. They said that Paul really wasn’t an apostle because he ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-29

Denomination: Lutheran

What Is A Mother To Do These Days?

Contributed by Donald Rapp on May 6, 2009

Disciplining role of women

What is a mother to do these days? Happy mother’s day I. This is one day a year when we get to collectively honor our mothers. A. It should be something that is done more than once a year and with more than just a nice card and flowers. 1. It isn’t easy to be a mother today. a) There are many ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Are We Fully Lifting Up Christ?

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Jun 9, 2024

Jesus tells us that if He be lifted up, He will draw all men up to Him.

Are You Fully Lifting Up Christ? by Joe Mack Cherry I. Introduction A. Do you believe God has your back? 1. Really, do you believe He has your back? 2. Can you think of a time when you knew that only He could help and He did? 3. Were you willing to tell others or were you be too uncomfortable to ...read more

Scripture: John 12:32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Change Is Coming Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jun 10, 2009

How can a Christian walk as the Lord has commanded us?

A Change Is Coming Text: Ephesians 4:20-24 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) If you remember; last time we talked about growing up, today we are going to be talking about the changes that take place when you do. If you’ve ever been a parent then I’m sure you remember when your child first rolled over, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:20-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Learning To Be Content

Contributed by Chris Surber on Sep 28, 2007

The love of money never satisfied a soul. The best it ever did was to entertain for a little while. The love of God fills us with love for others. The love of God brings with it real, abiding, lasting, and enduring joy.

Learning To Be Content, I Timothy 6:6-10 Introduction Here in America we are taught from birth that if we work hard enough we can have the all American dream; a big house with a two car garage, the man or woman of our dreams, 1 cat, 1 dog and 2.5 children. And many of us do have those ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Christian Church

Trusting In God's Care

Contributed by Hans Krause on Oct 19, 2018

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus calls us to have complete and unfailing trust in God for our every need all the time.

[Sermon preached on 9 September 2018, 16th Sunday after Pentecost / 3rd year, ELCF Lectionary] Today, we look at the topic: Trusting in God’s care. Last week, we already touched upon this theme when we reflected on the words from Paul in his first letter to the Thessalonians: Rejoice always, pray ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:11-35, Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Lutheran