Sermons about Worldly Attractions

Treasure Seekers

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Oct 18, 2020

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What comes to mind when you hear the term, treasure seekers? Pirates, movies like, The Goonies? The world views treasure much differently than God does. Let's see what constitutes real treasure and determine if we want to be treasures seekers today.

TREASURE SEEKERS When you think of treasure seekers what do you typically think of? Pirates searching for buried treasure? Movies like Raiders of the Lost Ark, National Treasure or one of my personal favorites-The Goonies? I was reading an article this past week that mentioned treasures. That got ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24, 1 Timothy 6:17-19, Proverbs 2:1-5, Proverbs 11:4, 2 Corinthians 4:6-7, Matthew 13:44, Matthew 19:21, Hebrews 11:24-26, Philippians 3:7-9 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Part 9 - Hindrances To Worship Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Mar 6, 2020

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Are there things in modern worship that actually prevent us from worship?

www.gracecommunity.com Malachi 1:6-9 “I hate going to church. The church is frustrating and boring. It’s full of hypocrites who are just going through the motions.” You might think this is the words coming out of the mouth of a famous atheist or your 16-year-old daughter. These are God’s words. ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:6-9, Psalm 24:3-5, Matthew 6:13-16, Acts 2:1-3, Malachi 3:7-10, Malachi 4:1-3, Matthew 6:23-26 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

Trouble In The Tribe

Contributed by Royce Hendry on Feb 3, 2001

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Identifying the problems within a family and the church family will enable them both to survive.

Gen.37 TROUBLE IN THE TRIBE INTRO: Sunday, right after the Super Bowl, over 25 million households tuned in to see the premier of Survivor II. Thursday night 29 million saw the second episode. Now, last summer I watched the very last episode of the original Survivor, and I made a comment that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-36

Denomination: Baptist

Unity - The Key To Strong Relationships Series

Contributed by Rick Macdonald on Aug 8, 2001

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If we’re all not in unity on this issue of strong relationships, then this body cannot function to it’s fullest intent.

UNITY - THE KEY TO STRONG RELATIONSHIPS 1 Corinthians 1:10-12 July 29, 2001 By Pastor Rick MacDonald INTRODUCTION It’s possible that some sitting here today are tired, even upset about my talking about relationships week after week.. A few might say they have strong relationships; others may say ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Two Beasts

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

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1. Last week we heard the sounding of the seventh trumpet.

1. Last week we heard the sounding of the seventh trumpet. A a sign that the end of this present age is at hand. But before this event takes place, we looked at the woman and the dragon. We saw hpw the woman represents the church - both in the OT and the NT. And the dragon is Satan. And we saw how ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Stewardship And Outrageous Generosity Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Mar 25, 2005

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Part of the sermon series on the building block necessary for a church to grow.

Wayne Smith tells about a farmer who called the office of Southland Christian Church in Lexington, KY where he was senior minister for 40 years. The farmer asked to speak to the Head Hog at the Trough. The receptionist said, “If you’re referring to our senior minister, you may call him Brother, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:17-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dog Training For Dummies Part 2 Series

Contributed by Craig Eidson on Jul 6, 2007

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Training your dog can apply to how we train ourselves.

Perhaps you heard of the large two-engined train was crossing Canada. After it had gone some distance, one of the engines broke down. "No problem," the engineer thought, and carried on at half power. Farther on down the line, the other engine broke down, and the train came to a standstill. The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Brought You Out To Take You In

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Dec 5, 2006

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God delivered a nation through Moses. He delivers the world through Christ. In delivering a people several things that grip us must be broken.

HE BROUGHT YOU OUT TO TAKE YOU IN Advent Series-Part 1 Acts 7:20-37 Sunday, December 3, 2006 Pastor Brian Matherlee Read Acts 7:20-37 • THE SIGNIFICANCE OF CHRISTMAS TO AMERICANS The Barna Research Group poll, conducted for the Lutheran Hour Ministries found that: 37% of adults in the national ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:20-37

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Pleasing Aroma Of Living Worship

Contributed by Scott Bresee on Sep 16, 2003

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In Romans 12, Paul instructs us as believers on what type of worship is pleasing to the Living God.

The Pleasing Aroma of Living Worship Text: Romans 12:1-2 In Genesis 8, we see the life of Noah, a man noted by God as “a righteous man, blameless among the people of his time, and he walked with God”. Noah was a man of God in the corrupt days and world in which he lived. He fearfully obeyed God in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Who Dwell In The Shelter Of The Most High Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 17, 2013

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The triple temptation of Christ speaks to the triple temptation of every human person, and the triple call of the Church to fast, pray and give alms.

First Sunday of Lent 2013 Lenten Focus The haunting strains of Psalm 91 fill the Word of God we sing and hear today: they are singing of Jesus Christ, the victor over Satan’s temptations, but they are also singing out in hope of you and me. We are living in a world that bombards us with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Catholic

The Message To Thyatira: The Compromising Church Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jul 11, 2012

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We live in a world of compromise where people seek their own interests at any cost. People, in a sense, sell their souls for the pleasures of the world.

Just like last time when we said that worldliness will corrupt a church, tonight we will see that compromise will also destroy a church. We live in a world of compromise where people seek their own interests at any cost. People, in a sense, sell their souls for the pleasures of the world. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

A Political Ruler Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jul 11, 2012

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This chapter discusses the two terrible rulers that are to arise in the end time, the antichrist and his cohort, the world-wide religious leader who will help the antichrist gain and maintain control over the world. The Scripture refers to them as beasts

Chapter 13 is probably the key to the whole book of Revelation. It covers the antichrist. If a person understands this chapter, then he will understand the whole book of Revelation. This chapter discusses the two terrible rulers that are to arise in the end time, the antichrist and his cohort, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Shaping Your Legacy Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on May 31, 2018

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Jacob's blessing of his sons provides an opportunity for hearers to think about their legacy. A legacy is built by choices. Our legacy does not control us. In Christ, we create a new legacy.

SHAPING YOUR LEGACY—Genesis 49 Have you thought about what kind of legacy you will leave for your descendants? I’m not talking about wealth or property, but about the impact we have on the lives of others. We have all inherited a legacy. (Note to preacher: Personalize this!) I am a cheap ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 49:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God's Kingdom Is Worth Every Penny

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Aug 11, 2021

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More than a hidden treasure or very valuable pearl God's kingdom is worth every penny.

GOD’S KINGDOM IS WORTH EVERY PENNY (Outline) August 1, 2021 - Pentecost 10 - MATTHEW 13:44-46 INTRO.: “Is it worth it?” How often have wondered or spoken this question? “Is it worth it?” We look at our lives and wonder, “Is it worth it?” We see careful plans fall apart. “Is it worth ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Lutheran

God Is Faithful

Contributed by Larry Grant on May 5, 2024

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Why are "These Things" recorded in history? – Because God chose you! It was written for You! But know this - Salvation is not a barrier to Temptation!

1 Corinthians 10:11-13 God is Faithful May 5, 2024 Chapter 10 begins with the note, “Brethren, I would not that ye should be ignorant, how that all our fathers were under the cloud, and all passed through the sea; And were all baptized unto Moses in the cloud and in the sea; And did ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

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