Sermons on World Foolishness:

Ten Lamps

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Nov 24, 2008

A message from the parable of the wise and foolish virgins.

Dakota Community Church November 23, 2008 (pm) Ten Lamps Matthew 25:1-13 "At that time the kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. Five of them were foolish and five were wise. The foolish ones took their lamps but did not take any oil ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Mennonite

Parable Of The Ten Virgins/Sheep And The Goats Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on May 16, 2010

Why were the five foolish and the Goats excluded?

Parables of the Ten Virgins/Sheep and the Goats We are coming to the last in this series of sermons on Jesus’ Parables  Turn with me to Matt 25  This chapter contains three Parables of Judgment, the Parable of the Ten Virgins, the Parable of the Talents and the Parable of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-46

Denomination: Christian Church

The Way Of The World/The Way Of The Cross

Contributed by Mike Hays on Feb 29, 2004

Paul wraps up his letter to the church in Galatia by reemphasizing our dependence upon Christ and the sufficiency of the cross.

The Way of The World/The Way of The Cross Galatians 6:11-18 I am so glad you are with us today as we finish this study of Paul’s powerful letter to the Galatians. Won’t you open your Bible to Galatians 6:11-18 and let’s read together. 11See what large letters I use as I write to you with my own ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:11-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Wrecking Of The World's Wealth Part I Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Oct 25, 2009

In chapter 17 we saw the destruction of religious Babylon. In chapter 18 we will see the destruction of commercial Babylon. Over and over John refers to Babylon as a city, so he may be referring to a specific city that will be the center of the world’s ec

Part I Revelation 18:1-8 Purpose: To show how God will devastate the world’s economy. Aim: I want the listener to see materialism as idolatry. INTRODUCTION: In chapter 17 we saw the destruction of religious Babylon. In chapter 18 we will see the destruction of commercial Babylon. Over and over ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 18:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Nobodies

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Jan 18, 2005

Generally speaking, God has chosen His servants from those the world calls "foolish". It seems that he often takes those whom the world considers "nobodies" and works in their lives in such a manner as to produce heroes of faith.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: The saintly Scottish pastor Robert Murry McCheyne one day gave a gospel tract to a woman, and she was greatly offended. “You must not know who I am!” she said in an offended manner. “Madam,” McCheyne replied, “there is coming a day of judgment, and on that day it will ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Light Of Christmas

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Dec 13, 2016

In the Christmas sermon we're looking at Jesus Christ, the light of the world, and the true light of Christ by looking at several attributes of light.

“The Light of Christmas” Last week we looked at God’s view of the Christmas journey out of John’s Gospel chapter one. In verses four and five it says, “In Him was life, and the life was the light of men. And the light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not comprehend it.” (John 1:4-5 ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-6, Isaiah 8:12

Denomination: Foursquare

Why Hast Thou Done This?

Contributed by David Coe on Nov 11, 2000

A sermon to show the foolishness of running from God.

WHY HAST THOU DONE THIS? Jonah 1:1-3,10 A Message on "Running From God" I. THE MOTIVE 1.) Disobedience 1:2 "Arise, go to Nineveh.." a.) Displeasing 4:1 "But it displeased Jonah..." b.) Difficult 1:2 "cry against it for their wickedness..." II. THE MANNER ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Gibeonite Deception Series

Contributed by Robert Robb on Jul 22, 2002

Foolish carnal reasoning that led to a wrong decision

Study 12 Chapter 9 – The Gibeonites Introduction In our last study we were considering together the way in which Joshua and the people of God, having experienced a humiliating defeat at Ai, had returned to the place of defeat, re-engaged the enemy and gained a glorious victory over them. In ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 9:1-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Turning The World Right Side Up"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 26, 2011

A sermon on the beatitudes.

Matthew 5:1-12 “Turning the World Right Side Up” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN www.eastridge umc.com There’s an old movie about the first test pilots to break the sound barrier. No plane had ever flown faster than the speed of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

The World’s Two Greatest Events - New Year Sermon (Part 1 Of 2)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 3, 2024

I am excited about this New Year! Let me tell you why I am excited about this coming year. Why? This could be the year that the Lord Jesus will return to rapture His Church.

We all look forward to big events in our life. • Opening our first paycheck • Driving alone for the first time • Graduating from college • Birth of a child • Getting married • Enjoying a great meal • Going to see a football game. Life is filled with all kinds of events that we look forward ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

A Supreme Jesus In A One-Topping World

Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 24, 2004

Jesus is supreme. Jesus is supreme for two reasons. Paul tells us these reasons: 1) Because of Who He is and 2) Because of what He has done.

A SUPREME JESUS IN A ONE-TOPPING WORLD COLOSSIANS 1:15-23 INTRODUCTION... CS Lewis, MERE CHRISTIANITY, Barbour and Company inc., pp.44,45 Then comes the real shock. Among these Jews there suddenly turns up a man who goes about talking as if He was God. He claims to forgive sins. He says He has ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Great Islamic Threat To The World – Its Aim Is World Domination – How It Progresses Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 24, 2024

The dramatic increase of Islam in the world is a concern for many. Islam has become very militant in almost every nation and the wars now fought are many because of Islamic terrorism. This article looks at how Islam progresses in the world’s nations.

THE GREAT ISLAMIC THREAT TO THE WORLD – ITS AIM IS WORLD DOMINATION – HOW IT PROGRESSES [A]. INTRODUCTION {{Matthew 13:24-25 He presented another parable to them saying, “The kingdom of heaven may be compared with a man who sowed good seed in his field but WHILE MEN WERE SLEEPING, his enemy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-25, Matthew 13:28, Genesis 15:17-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Servant Leadership (The World’s On Fire) - Mark 10:41-45 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jan 28, 2024

In 2020, our President was impeached, economy shut down, 40 million people lost their jobs, widespread corruption at the highest levels of our government are being exposed, and there are riots, beatings, and murders across the country. Jesus shows us that all these rise out of the same root cause.

Mark 10:41 When the ten heard about this, they became indignant with James and John. 42 Jesus called them together and said, “You know that those who are regarded as rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their high officials exercise authority over them. 43 Not so with you. Instead, whoever ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:41-45, Matthew 20:24-28

How To Live A Godly In A Corupt World

Contributed by Dean Meadows on Nov 15, 2002

This sermon deals with Christians playing Church instead of being the Church.

HOW TO LIVE GODLY IN A CORUPT WORLD 11/11/02 We live in a time that is not like any other that I’ve seen. I know that I’m getting older even though I do not like to admit it. I can remember as a junior in High School working at a full service gas station, (you remember the ones that ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:10-20

Denomination: *other

Prince Of Peace Over The Spirit World Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 12, 2014

Jesus speaks His authoritative Word & the strife and rage of demonic possession flees & leaves a great calm in its place. Jesus exercised authority & compassion that freed people even from demon possession.

MATTHEW 8:28-34 [THE MESSIAH REVEALED SERIES] PRINCE OF PEACE OVER THE SPIRIT WORLD [Revelation 18:1-8] Previously Jesus has demonstrated His power and authority over diseases and nature. Now we see His power over the unseen supernatural world. Jesus brings back lost life and demonstrates ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:28-34

Denomination: Baptist