Sermons on Worldly Possessions:

The Way Of The World Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Feb 13, 2011

In this 7th sermon in the series, John describes worldly living. He gives a DESCRIPTION OF THE WORLD, tells us what to DO WITH THE WORLD, and finally gives the DESTINY OF THE WORLD.

TEXT: 1 John 2:15-17 TITLE: The way of the world SERIES: Letters from John TOPIC: Worldly living OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, Jan 23, 2011 PROP.: INTRODUCTION: Good morning! Our text is 1st John 2:15-17 today. We are still continuing in the sermon series: Letters from John. If ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Saul's Fatal Flaws; A Man With A Worldly Heart

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Oct 13, 2007

Saul gives us a great example of what a follower of God should not do. We can learn a great lesson from this mans life. God can work with anything except disobedience.

Intro: Saul, if he were alive today could be the star of a reality TV show. It would be titled “What not to do when relating to God.” As we look at Saul’s life we can see pin-holes of greatness. However the little bits of light are later consumed by complete darkness. Ultimately if you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

3 Obstacles To Possessing God's Promises

Contributed by Ed Mcneely on Aug 7, 2002

Trusting Jesus as our Christ gives us eternal life, but three obstacles stand between us and possessing God’s promises--finding rest in our faith.

THREE OBSTACLES TO OVERCOME: In Possessing God’s promises 1-13-02 Joshua 6:19 - 9:15, John 15:19, 17:15 + Once we have accepted Jesus as our Christ … we find that there are 3 obstacles between us and all the promises of God. It is a march to Spiritual maturity. It is the process of growing up in ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Confounding Worldly Strengths Through The Weaknesses Of God

Contributed by David Tack on Jun 25, 2014

Are you properly sealed with the Holy Spirit of Promise . . . If not, it could have catastrophic consequences . . . . You might be separated from a loving God for a time-frame of eternity!

SHOW VIDEO: Find a You-Tube video that gives a vivid picture of the Space Shuttle tragic explosion. It is with this picture the following sermon will generate it's focus from. INTERESTING DATA “The commission's report cited the cause of the disaster as the failure of an “O-ring” ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Motivation To Live Godly In A Godless World

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 15, 2008

Do you ever see the world and wonder how Christians will make it? We live in a world that is disregarding a Holy God. In Titus 3 Paul begins this chapter telling us how to react to the world.

Introduction: Do you ever see the world and wonder how Christians will make it? We live in a world that is disregarding a Holy God. God has been reduced to a mere imagination by many, while others ignore Him. Even the religious people of our world have become Religious Atheists, claiming to know ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

Lest We Forget God

Contributed by George Crumbly on Nov 25, 2008

I preached this message the Sunday before the 2008 elections on 11/4/2008

LEST WE FORGET GOD by George Crumbly Humphrey UMC 11/02/2008AM Psalm 9: 17 (This message was preached on the Sunday before the elections on 11/04/2008) Tuesday is a very important day. I had challenged each of you several months ago that you needed to do 3 things before the elections, 1.) ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 9:17

Denomination: Methodist

Workers In The Field

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Sep 20, 2015

We have been swayed by Hollywood to believe, that if someone is possessed, they have to spit pea soup and their heads have to spend around backwards! That is just not true!please enter a brief summary that helps other preachers know the focus of your sermon

Matthew 9:32-38-As they went out, behold, they brought to Him a man, mute and demon-possessed. 33 And when the demon was cast out, the mute spoke. And the multitudes marveled, saying, "It was never seen like this in Israel!" 34 But the Pharisees said, "He casts out demons by the ruler of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:32-38

Denomination: Baptist

One More Miracle Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Feb 7, 2017

The Lord Jesus is confronted with a demon possessed individual, tormented and mute. Christ casts out the demon and the individual is freed and speaks.

I. Introduction A. A Church note in The New Forest Magazine, England: "In the future the preacher for next Sunday will be found hanging on the notice board." B. Davy Troxel from New Albany, Ind wrote in the Christian Reader this little story: One day in junior church, I taught about Gideon. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:32-34

Denomination: Baptist

How Worldly Love Compares To Biblical Love

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Feb 9, 2007

There are many things that Biblical loves pushes a person not to do. Biblical love sets boundaries.

Ho w Worldly Love Compares to Biblical Love I Corinthians 13:4-7 The late Charles Schultz in his comic strip, “Peanuts” teaches a lot of common sense about life. Schultz has Lucy asking Charlie Brown a question: “You know what I don’t understand?” Then she answers her own question, “I don’t ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Denomination: Free Methodist

Choosing The Way Of Christ Over Worldly Goods.

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 24, 2022

The challenge of our Christian calling is to recognize the goodness of creation without building wealth, power and honor into a false god that lures us into worship.

Twenty-sixth Sunday in Course 2022 It’s difficult for most folks in North America, especially those who aren’t fluent in several languages, to understand the full intent of the first word of our first reading today. The English has “Woe to those who are at ease in Zion, and to those who feel ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31, 1 Timothy 6:11-16, Psalm 146:7-10, Amos 6:1-7

Denomination: Catholic

Have We Lost Our Churches To Worldliness? Series

Contributed by Eric Agyei Febiri on May 18, 2023

Churches are expected to guide and form the conscience of society and people by pointing out the truth without fear or favour. Some of our churches today however, have lost their moral authority to the world because of power, fame, and money by their leaders.

Morality is now measured by the votes of the Senate and the Parliament, and not the individual conscience. Civil authorities and those in power now vote to decide what is sin and what is not sin, what is lawful and what is unlawful. And this has now crept into our Churches, but Church leaders ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:1, Ezekiel 34:1-10, Acts 5:27-32

Denomination: Catholic

A Comparison Of Worldly Mothers Vs Godly Mothers. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 8, 2024

Motherhood is a sacred calling, and the Bible provides guidance on how to raise children in a way that honors God.

Motherhood is a sacred calling, and the Bible provides guidance on how to raise children in a way that honors God. However, not all mothers follow God’s plan. We’ll explore the differences between worldly mothers and godly mothers, using Bible verses to highlight their distinct approaches. Worldly ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:15, Proverbs 31:17

The Christian's Relationship With Worldly Society

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 12, 2025

The Christian's relationship with worldly society is one of separation without isolation. We are to be different in mindset, lifestyle, and values while remaining actively involved in influencing the world for Christ.

THE CHRISTIAN'S RELATIONSHIP WITH WORLDLY SOCIETY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 12:1-2 Supporting Texts: 1 John 2:15-17, John 17:14-18, 2 Corinthians 6:14-18, Matthew 5:13-16, James 4:4 INTRODUCTION: As Christians, we live in a world that is increasingly at odds with godly ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Great Grace

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Apr 21, 2025

The Disciples sold their possessions

Great Grace Acts 4:32-37 Good morning. In the C.S. Lewis book, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe; Mr. Beaver said, “Aslan is a lion- the Lion, the great Lion." "Ooh," said Susan. "I'd thought he was a man. Is he-quite safe? I shall feel rather nervous about meeting a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Heals A Demon Possessed Man Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Apr 15, 2004

Fourth in series on the Miracles of Jesus. The healing of a Demon Possessed Man.

Miracle # 4 “Jesus Heals A Demon Possessed Man” Mark 1:21-28 (Luke 4:31-37) According to the Gospels, Jesus had the power to cure not only physical disease but spiritual affliction as well. The first person with a spiritual affliction that had an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:31-37

Denomination: Baptist