Sermons on Worldly Desires:

Chill Out And Breathe Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Feb 2, 2011

This message is from a series that looks at God's desire for us to live life in a way that avoids being overloaded and overextended.

Busyness and productivity are values that seem to be held high in our culture. In fact, these values are looked on quite favorably in the church. We often live as though busyness is next to Godliness. Dr. J. Grant Howard describes our culture this way, “Some people can’t say no. They ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Much Is That Doggy In The Window? Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Feb 2, 2011

This message is from a series that looks at God's desire for us to live life in a way that avoids being overloaded and overextended.

In 1952 Patti Page recorded a song written Bob Merrill that asked this question, “How much is that doggy in the window?” The lyrics of the song are quite catchy and the little arf, arf scattered throughout the song is quite cute. However, when examined closely the lyrics reflect an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Help, I've Fallen And I Can't Get Up!

Contributed by John Putty on Apr 16, 2011

A message detailing God's desire to help us when we fall, fail or face challenges in our life.

HELP, I'VE FALLEN AND I CAN'T GET UP! Text: Mat. 14:26-31 Jesus is alive! He was lifted out of the grave by the power of God. God’s power can lift us up from negative situations and circumstances. PETER WAS LIFTED OUT OF A NEGATIVE CIRCUMSTANCE BY THE POWER OF GOD I. JESUS LIFTS US ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:26-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From Praise To Practice

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Apr 17, 2011

Surrendering our desire to be king to the true King of the universe and us. And in the act of surrender we find freedom and life.

When Jesus rode into Jerusalem on that small donkey, he was giving them an opportunity to acknowledge that he was indeed the King of Israel, and ultimately King of the Universe. He was giving them the opportunity to submit to him as Lord of their lives. But that was not going to happen. They ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Holy Spirit Power Part 1

Contributed by Francis Chan on Sep 13, 2011

We have a new master in us--the Holy Spirit--that actually desires the things that are right and good.

It’s been another great week for me just studying the Word of God, and one of the things I love about the Bible is I, personally, tend to get distracted. I tend to get off course in life. You’re doing really well, and suddenly, you just start heading another direction. That’s one ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christians Change Series

Contributed by Daniel Villa on Jul 1, 2008

Christians are given a new spirit and a new heart which results in a new desire to change in order to please God.

CHRISTIANS CHANGE TO CHRISTLIKENESS SERMON SERIES: A CHRISTIAN IS COLOSSIANS 3:1-3 THESIS: Christians are given a new spirit and a new heart which results in a new desire to change in order to please God. Today’s passage serves as a transition to the practical part of Paul’s letter. One’s belief ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Church Of God

A Prayer For Revival

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Jul 7, 2008

Psalm 143 reveals our need for revival, encourages our desire for revival, and gives us a prayer for revival.

A PRAYER FOR REVIVAL Text: Psalm 143 Introduction: • The Source of Revival (v. 1) Body: A. The Need for Revival 1. Defilement (v. 2) 2. Defeat (v. 3) 3. Deadness (v. 3) 4. Discouragement (v. 4) B. The Desire for Revival 1. Remember (v. 5) 2. Reach (v. 6) C. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 143:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

King Of Kings

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 4, 2009

Behold your King and give Him the adoration He deserves, the attention He desires, and the allegiance He demands.

King of Kings! Revelation 19:11-16 Introduction: In fulfillment of Zechariah’s prophetic promise, “Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion! Shout, O daughter of Jerusalem! Behold, your King is coming to you; He is just and having salvation, Lowly and riding on a donkey, a colt, the foal of a donkey”, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Beware Of A Rebellious Heart Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Feb 17, 2009

If you know what it is to hate your old carnal nature and desire to live a life of righteousness, then this passage is for you!

Beware of a Rebellious Heart Jude 8-13 PROPOSITION: Because Christ provides victory over sin, you must guard your heart from bondage to your old carnal nature. I. Rely on the Word of God. v. 8-9 A. The unsaved live in bondage to their imaginations. (8) 1. They trust in their own ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing Victory Through Christ Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Feb 17, 2009

Do you desire to know how to experience spiritual victory and avoid falling into the sinful ways of the false teachers?

Knowing Victory through Christ Jude 24-25 PROPOSITION: Because Christ has the power to preserve you, you must trust Him during these apostate times. I. Always yield yourself to Christ. A. Christ will preserve you unto salvation. 1. It is his work and office to preserve them. 2. ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

12 Steps To Recovery Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 12, 2008

Part 2 of this series focuses on our not only believing in God, but accepting the fact that He desires to help us.

Twelve Steps To Recovery Part 2 Scripture: James 2:19-20; Romans 4:4-8; Luke 15:11-20; Introduction Last week I discussed the first step to recovery. The first step consisted of our admitting that we are powerless over our addictions and that our lives have come unmanageable. This first ...read more

Scripture: James 2:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is The Purpose Of The Church? Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Oct 14, 2008

Peter issues a call to the entire church to stand together resisting the devil whose desire is to rob your joy.

ILLUSTRATION: STAYING WARM TOGETHER In what the news called "The Miracle at Quecreek", 9 miners, trapped for three days 240 feet underground in a water-filled mine shaft, decided early on they were either going to live or die as a group. The 55 degree water threatened to kill them slowly by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Quit Now

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Feb 26, 2008

The dog days of summer are coming and with them the desire to take a little break, but will you take a vacation from God?

Christianview Church July 16, 1995 Don’t Quit Now 1Samual 30:3-20 When David and his men came to Ziklag, they found it destroyed by fire and their wives and sons and daughters taken captive. So David and his men wept aloud until they had no strength left to weep. David’s two wives had been ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:3-20

Denomination: Mennonite

From Control To Connection Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 11, 2009

What type of relationship does God want to have with you? God desires you to become His friend.

Last week… One of the most important questions that we can consider in our lives is that of what kind of relationship we are having with God. If our lives are part of something intended… then nothing matters more than considering our relationship to the great Intender. .. that which transcends our ...read more

Scripture: John 15:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Key To Overcoming Life's Troubles

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Dec 8, 2006

Having an eternal perspective will radically alter your values and desires (a sermon given on our Senior Sunday).

Since today is Senior’s Sunday, I thought I’d share with you the Top Ten Signs You’re Getting Older. You know you’re getting older when… • Ten, you’ve got too much room in the house and not enough room in the medicine cabinet. • Nine, your little black book contains only names ending in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist