Sermons on Worldly Pleasures:

Ecclesiastes: The Meaninglessness And Mundanity Of Life PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 14, 2024

Explores the futility of seeking fulfillment in worldly pursuits, emphasizing the importance of finding significance and happiness in God alone.

Dear brothers and sisters, I greet you in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. A warm welcome to each of you, whether you are a familiar face or a new friend. We gather here not as strangers, but as a family united in Christ. We are bound together by the love of God, a love that transcends ...read more

Topics: Human Effort, God

A Facade PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 20, 2023

Explores cultivating a deep, authentic relationship with God, prioritizing His preeminence, and finding joy in His presence, away from public performance of faith.

Welcome, beloved brothers and sisters. It is a joy, a privilege, and a blessing to gather here today, united in faith, bound by love, and driven by a shared hunger for the divine word of God. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment, drawn together by the irresistible pull of God's ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:4

Topics: Desire, Please God

Christmas Significa Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jul 11, 2021

The real beauty and power of Christmas is how it is as mundane as it is holy, secular as it is sacred, temporal as it is eternal, physical as it is spiritual, worldly as it is heavenly … and this is by design.

Today’s scripture reading reminds me of Christmas hymns like “Angles We Have Heard on High” in which the angels “sweetly sing o’er the plans” (UMH, verse 1; p.238) or “Hark! the Herald Angels Sing” … “glory to the newborn King” (UMH, verse 1; p. 240). Songs like these beautifully capture the drama ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-15

Denomination: United Methodist

How Jesus' Joy Gave Him Strength

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 16, 2006

Without the joy of the Lord any ministry can become a burden. Believers soon learn that in the presence of the Lord is fullness of joy and in His right hand are pleasures forever more.

How Jesus’ Joy Gave Him Strength by Paul Fritz John 15:10-15:11 Without the joy of the Lord any ministry can become a burden. Believers soon learn that in the presence of the Lord is fullness of joy and in His right hand are pleasures forever more. (Psa. 16:11) Joy works as a magnet to bring ...read more

Scripture: John 15:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Godliness With Contentment PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 19, 2023

This sermon explores finding true contentment and godliness in Christ, rather than seeking worldly gain, and the importance of Christian companionship in this journey.

Good morning, beloved congregation. I am so blessed to be standing here before you today, as we gather together, not as strangers or mere acquaintances, but as a family, bound together by the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Isn't it a joy to gather in His name? Isn't it a privilege to be called ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-8

Topics: Contentment, Christ, Others

Solomon The Billionaire Who Tried Unsuccesfully To Be Happy

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Aug 4, 2023

Solomon could be the wealthiest and wisest person in all of history. He ran down every possible road we travel to find it, but didn't. In the end he said the best road in life comes from obeying Go

Solomon - The Unhappy Billionaire Who Tried Unsuccessfully to Be Happy By Bob Marcaurelle bmarcaurelle@charter.net “The Lord highly exalted Solomon in the sight of all Israel and bestowed on him royal splendor such as no king over Israel ever had before / God was with him and made him great.” ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Dangers Of Compromise Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 9, 2025

This is the 15th Sermon in the Series from the Book of Judges, "Spiritual Decay".

Series: Spiritual Decay [#15] THE DANGERS OF COMPROMISE Judges 16:1-31 Introduction: Our text serves as a strong reminder of the dangers of compromise in our spiritual lives. At its core, we see how Samson, a man chosen by God and blessed with incredible strength, succumbed to temptation and ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Remain Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon concludes the four-week anchor series, focusing on remaining steadfast in Jesus, who is depicted as a firm and secure anchor for our souls, based on the teachings of John 15:5-8 and Psalm 23:1-3.

Welcome church! This is the last week of our anchor series, which has been an amazing 4-week series all built around a single verse of the Bible; Hebrews 6:19 which says: “We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure…” An anchor is an amazing invention, used by fishermen and sailors ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5-8, Psalm 23:1-3

Topics: Hope As Anchor, Steadfast Faith, Strength In Jesus

Sermon Series: Anchor

Broad And Narrow Way PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Explore the struggle of submitting to God's will and the importance of choosing the narrow path that leads to life, as depicted in Matthew 7:13-14 and Jesus' experience in the Garden of Gethsemane.

Good morning, family in Christ! Today, we’re diving into a complex yet enriching discussion about life's choices and the struggle to submit to God’s will. One of my favorite Christian authors, A.W. Tozer, once said, "The reason why many are still troubled, still seeking, still making little forward ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Topics: Salvation

When Your Nation Forgets God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Good morning, family. We're going to delve into God's word today, looking at Acts 4:17-20, Daniel 3:17-18, and John 6:27. We'll be talking about the importance of establishing our faith in God, overcoming the temptation to forget Him, and leading courageously like the great Jehoshaphat did. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:17-20, Daniel 3:17-18, John 6:27

Topics: Overcoming, Faith

Sticking With God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023

This sermon explores how sticking with God, overcoming fear, and seeking God's favor can guide us through life's challenges, as exemplified by Daniel.

Hey there, family! We're gathering here today, not just in body, but in spirit too, to chat about something that's really close to our hearts. We're going to talk about our relationship with God, and how it helps us navigate through this wild, unpredictable ride we call life. We're going to kick ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:8

Topics: Do Not Fear, God's Favor

Healthy Independence-10

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 27, 2021

10 of ? The prophet Jeremiah contrasted two major aspects of Independence—Independence from God versus independence from the world. Dependence upon YHWH brings independence from worldly influence. How can I be independent of worldly influence? A Healthy Independence Engages...

HEALTHY INDEPENDENCE-X—Jeremiah 17:1-14 Attention: Enough Is Enough: A couple with three children waited in line at San Francisco's Pier 41 to buy tickets for a boat trip to the historic Alcatraz prison. Others watched with varying degrees of sympathy & irritation as the young children ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:12, Jeremiah 17:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Healthy Independence-7

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 8, 2020

7 of ? The prophet Jeremiah contrasted two major aspects of Independence—Independence from God versus independence from the world. Dependence upon YHWH brings independence from worldly influence. How can I be independent of worldly influence? A Healthy Independence Engages...

HEALTHY INDEPENDENCE-VII—Jeremiah 17:1-14 Attention: A gastroenterologist goes to return some books he borrowed from the library... After checking the doctor’s books in, the librarian snidely quips... "Sir your books are always returned with the last page missing in every single ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:9, Jeremiah 17:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Healthy Independence-8

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 13, 2020

8 of ? The prophet Jeremiah contrasted two major aspects of Independence—Independence from God versus independence from the world. Dependence upon YHWH brings independence from worldly influence. How can I be independent of worldly influence? A Healthy Independence Engages...

HEALTHY INDEPENDENCE-VIII—Jeremiah 17:10(:1-14) Attention: Graduation Speech Notes: When a young man was graduating from high school, he had to give a speech. He began by reading from his prepared text. “I want to talk about my mother & the wonderful influence she has had on my life,” he ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:10, Jeremiah 17:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Healthy Independence-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 7, 2020

1 of ? The prophet Jeremiah contrasted two major aspects of Independence—Independence from God versus independence from the world. Dependence upon YHWH brings independence from worldly influence. How can I be independent of worldly influence? A Healthy Independence Engages...

HEALTHY INDEPENDENCE-I—Jeremiah 17:1-14 Attention: Play Ball! A father introduced his 5-year-old son to the game of baseball by taking him to several games. The Star-Spangled Banner was sung before the start of each game, & the little fellow got to where he had memorized the patriotic ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:1-4, Jeremiah 17:1-14

Denomination: Baptist