Sermons on Worldly Parents:

The Wise, The Unwise, And The Otherwise Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 4, 2021

In James chapter 3, James contrasts two kinds of wisdom: worldly wisdom and godly wisdom. The fruits that result from these two kinds of wisdom couldn't be any more different from each other.

A. Let’s start our sermon this morning with a quote: “Life is hard and it’s harder when you’re stupid.” 1. We chuckle at that because we all know it’s true. 2. Some people attribute that quote to John Wayne. 3. I don’t know if the Duke did or didn’t say those words. 4. The line doesn’t appear in ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18, Proverbs 4:5-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Living Sacrifice

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 4, 2015

A challenge present your life a living sacrifice denying the world's attraction and living 24/7 for Christ.

A LIVING SACRIFICE - Romans 12:1-3 When you hear the word "sacrifice," what comes to your mind? Some words one might associate with "sacrifice" are forfeiting, giving up, giving away, letting go, losing. The word sacrifice doesn't exactly give us the warm fuzzies, does it? Our natural instinct is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Chameleanity

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Feb 20, 2016

Chameleanity is Chameleon Christianity, the art of blending in with the world in order to avoid detection, persecution and ridicule. This is a message about Christians coming out of the closet and living our faith in the open.

Chameleanity Introduction: In one of Aesops fables he tells of the Miller, his Son, and his donkey. The two of them were riding their donkey to a nearby fair to sell him. They hadn't got very far when they met with a group of women that were chatting around a well, they began laughing ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Transformed By Renewal Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 19, 2024

As followers of Christ, we are called to live different in the world.

"Do not conform to the present age, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind. Then you will be able to discern what is the will of God, what is good and pleasing and perfect." - Romans 12:2 As followers of Christ, we are called to live counter-culturally, resisting the pressure to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

The Difference Between God's Approval And Human Approval Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 5, 2024

we'll explore the difference between what's approved by the world and what's approved by God.

As Christians, we often find ourselves torn between seeking approval from others and seeking approval from God. The world around us may applaud certain actions or decisions, but does that mean they align with God's will? In this sermon, we'll explore the difference between what's ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7, 1 John 2:17, 1 Corinthians 3:19

Are You Becoming More Like The World Or More Like Christ? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 8, 2024

This sermon explores the reality of God's judgment, the dangers of conforming to the world, and the transformative power of becoming like Christ.

The Bible warns us that we will all stand before God's judgment seat one day. This sermon explores the reality of God's judgment, the dangers of conforming to the world, and the transformative power of becoming like Christ. The Reality of God's Judgment 1. Romans 14:10-12: We will ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:10-12, Revelation 20:12-15

Ecclesiastes Chapter One Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Dec 20, 2024

What if there was no God - what would life be like? It would be meaningless - Meaningless.... The book of Ecclesiastes looks at life from the view that there in no God. This is a verse by verse look into chapter one of Ecclesiastes.

Ecclesiastes Chapter One Ecclesiastes 1:1 (NASB) The words of the Preacher, the son of David, king in Jerusalem. Verse one identifies the author as Solomon. The Hebrew word that is translated preacher is a word that means a collector of sentences. It can mean a preacher, a lecturer, a public ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sweet Like Honey - The Promise Of Rest Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of finding rest in God when life becomes overwhelming, emphasizing the importance of seeking God's approval rather than the world's.

Good morning church! I am thankful you decided to join us today, as we begin a brand new series. We are calling this one “Sweet Like Honey,” as we talk about the promises God makes to us in scripture. Whether you are brand new to this whole Jesus thing, or have been walking with Him for some time, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-29, Revelation 21:3

Topics: Overwhelming Life, God's Rest, Worldly Pleasures

Sermon Series: Sweet Like Honey

Whose Image Is This? Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 25, 2023

This sermon explores the balance between fulfilling our earthly responsibilities and maintaining our spiritual identity, using Jesus' teachings on paying taxes as a guide.

Jesus was obviously an amazing teacher and rabbi. Throughout the course of his ministry I imagine that he answered thousands of questions about God, the law, and living a life of faith. But near the end of His earthly ministry, some questions came with ulterior motives. Many of those asking were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Topics: Civic Duties, Spiritual Identity, Worldly Balance

Four Faces Of Love

Contributed by Gary Kins on Feb 7, 2003

A sermon describing the charcateristics of biblical love in contrast to worldly love.

The Four Faces of Love Introduction: Valentine - an amatory or sentimental card, token or gift sent by one person to another on St. Valentine’s Day; a sweetheart chosen on St. Valentine’s Day; the object of one’s affection. St. Valentine - Valentinus -- Christian martyr, c270 A.D. -- ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Romans 5:1-11, 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

No Reverence In God's House

Contributed by James Ledbetter on Feb 8, 2015

Today people disrespect God by worldly cares in His house!

NO REVERENCE IN GOD'S HOUSE {COMMON CHURCH DISTRACTIONS} Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. ~2 Timothy 2:15 Some people do not listen to the WORD OF GOD. Instead they do everything but listening and learning God's ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Apostolic

A Call To Reclaim Education

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Aug 10, 2024

Christians must step up and reclaim the education of our children. The world has indoctrinated them for far too long, and if there is to be a hope to reverse our nations course, it will take a generation of work. A large part of that work must be in the realm of education.

Short Sermon on Education IF you read our church newsletter, then you know I do a lot of thinking about education. And the reason for that is because God’s Word says a lot about education. The education of children, and the education of His people – the Church. And historically speaking - - - ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:6-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Our Family Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jul 18, 2007

The call to imitate Christ as children and as parents. Children are called to honor and obey and parents are called to not exasperate and to encourage.

Live Out Loud – Our CHILDREN Ephesians 6:1-4 Intro: A group of expectant fathers were talking in the waiting room as their wives were delivering. The nurse entered and told the 1st man his wife had just delivered twins. “That’s a coincidence I play for the Minnesota Twins.” A few ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Keep God's Word Close At Hand

Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Aug 1, 2002

Sermon on the importance of Christian education

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, How many of you have a cell phone that you usually take with you wherever you go? Let’s see a show of hands. How many of you know someone who hardly ever goes anywhere without their cell phone? Especially now that cell phones have become smaller, cheaper, and ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:9-14, Deuteronomy 30:1-33

Denomination: Lutheran

Creeping Things

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Sep 7, 2006

Challenging message about mixing worship with worldliness.

Ezekiel 8:1-12 KJV And it came to pass in the sixth year, in the sixth month, in the fifth day of the month, as I sat in mine house, and the elders of Judah sat before me, that the hand of the Lord GOD fell there upon me. [2] Then I beheld, and lo a likeness as the appearance of fire: from the ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 8:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal