Sermons on Worldly Possessions:

Stop Chasing Mirages!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 4, 2013

Victory and success offered through ‘worldly methods’ would perish like the morning mist! The Good Shepherd said, “I will take you to green pastures and still waters.” Do you hear me? Stop chasing mirages!

Stop Chasing mirages! 1 Chronicles 28:1”Now David assembled at Jerusalem all the leaders of Israel: the officers of the tribes and the captains of the divisions who served the king, the captains over thousands and captains over hundreds, and the stewards over all the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 28:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Beside Still Waters Series

Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Oct 2, 2024

We live in a world that constantly craves more. The truth is, peace and satisfaction can’t be found in worldly pursuits, but Psalm 23 reminds us that the Lord is our Shepherd, and in Him, we find the rest, peace, and satisfaction our souls long for.

Beside Still Waters Psalm 23:2b Introduction: Illust: Article – “Baby Boomers – Then and Now Then: Getting out to a new, hip joint. Now: Getting a new hip joint. Then: Acid Rock Now: Acid Reflux Then: Being called into the principle’s office. Now: Storming into the principle’s office. Then: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:2

Denomination: Baptist

The Sign You're Looking For

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Oct 5, 2025

This sermon warns against seeking signs from a hard heart, highlighting the hypocrisy of being able to interpret worldly things while being blind to spiritual truth, and ultimately points to Christ's resurrection as the only sign we truly need for faith.

Introduction Have you ever found yourself at a crossroads, desperately asking God for a sign? "Lord, if you want me to take this job, let the phone ring in the next ten minutes." "God, if this is the person I'm supposed to marry, have them wear a blue shirt tomorrow." We ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

12. Jesus Breaks Chains: A Sermon On True Freedom Series

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Nov 26, 2025

People walk free but carry invisible chains. Alcohol, anger, fear, and sin bind souls tightly. Today discover how Jesus Christ breaks every chain and offers complete freedom.

12. Jesus Breaks Chains: A Sermon on True Freedom Introduction: The Paradox of Modern Freedom Look around you on any street corner. People walk past wearing clean clothes, carrying phones, heading to their jobs or homes. They appear free. They look successful. But appearances deceive. Behind many ...read more

Scripture: John 8:36, 2 Peter 2:19, Romans 7:19, Mark 5:15, 2 Corinthians 10:5, Acts 4:12, Acts 3:6, Acts 4:31, 1 John 3:8, Romans 10:13, Luke 4:18, Mark 5:19, Galatians 5:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

One Hundred Percent

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 7, 2004

Mary gave 100%. What she had she did. What she possessed she gave. Have you given Christ your all? What are you doing with what you have? Are you giving 100%?

100% MARK 14:3-9 INTRODUCTION: On the evening prior to what is called the Triumphal Entry or Palm Sunday, our Lord Jesus Christ was a dinner guest in the home of Simon the Leper in Bethany about two miles southeast of Jerusalem along with Lazarus and his two sisters, Mary and Martha. At the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

If

Contributed by Dr. Wheeler Jones on Oct 1, 2004

I have a very Delicious and sustaining memory of the time she was associated with this church. Mother Mayfield loved the church. This soldier possessed a deep and abiding committment to our Lord. Her love was evidenced by the multiple obstacles she con

Job 14:14 If a man die, shall he live again? all the days of my appointed time will I wait, till my change come. "IF" Has this world been so kind to you that you should leave with regret? There are better things ahead than any we leave behind. ~ C. S. Lewis ~ I am thankful for the life of Sis. ...read more

Scripture: Job 14:1-14

Denomination: Church Of God

What I Can Not Handle, I Hand Over

Contributed by Modupe Adefala on Nov 11, 2003

Just as God wants us to know and possess the things that He has freely given He also wants to help us with things that are not immediately within our reach but that we need in life ¡V The finger and elbow arrangement.

What I can not handle, I hand-over! Anchor Scriptures: 2 Kings 4:8-37 Just as God wants us to know and possess the things that He has freely given He also wants to help us with things that are not immediately within our reach but that we need in life ¡V The finger and elbow ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:8-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tithes & Offerings Devotion No. 2_the Source Of Our Money Series

Contributed by Herman Abrahams on Apr 9, 2006

The true owner of everything is God !! God is the source of our money. King David possessed enormous wealth, but he recognized an important truth, that all of it comes from God and belongs to him. Everything in heaven and earth belongs to God.

E-Mail: Mentorship2003@yahoo.co.uk Note to the reader: If you have been blessed with this sermon compilation, I would be honoured to receive an e-mail from you simply stating where in the world you are based; I do not need any other information, however, please feel free to communicate. This ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:11-14

Denomination: Charismatic

The Christian's Panic Room

Contributed by Tony Searles on Jun 22, 2002

When you are faced with trials and troubles, know that there is a place to run...to your Prayer Closet! That is where you can find refuge in God, and He will keep you. This also helps us to possess an eternal perspective on things.

STAND & READ - Psalm 91:1-2 "He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High, will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. [2] I will say to the Lord, "My refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust!" "The Christian?s PANIC Room!" PRAYER... Recently there has been a movie released by Hollywood ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16, Matthew 6:6

Denomination: Other

How To Grow Through Testing Times

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 22, 2001

He learned that all of our rights, times and possessions ultimately belong to the Lord and are to be yielded completely for His purposes. Only then are we able to see how testing, tears and temptations can be used for a greater good. How to Grow

How to Grow Through Testing Times - I Cor. 10:13 Illustrations: DISAPPOINTMENT is a major temptation for all of us. Alexander the Great conquered Persia, but broke down and wept because his troops were too exhausted to push on to India. Hugo Grotius, the father of modern international law, said ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Man Of Contrasts

Contributed by Vladimir Lukyanov on Oct 8, 2002

Samson was a man of contrasts. He was separated as a Nazarite, yet tampered with evil associations; a man of mighty strength, but very weak in resisting temptation; He was occasionally Spirit-possessed, but yielded to carnal appe

Samson - a man of contrasts Overcoming the Roller-Coaster of Spiritual Growth Judges 13:24-16:30 Objective: • to see that we are a lot like Samson: redeemed, but carnal • what do we need to be spiritual Intro: I would love to say that when a person gets saved - his or her life gets forever ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Land Where People Never Go Free

Contributed by Monte Brown on Mar 6, 2009

Nothing outside of life itself is cherished more than freedom: Mankind will give everything they possess for that most precious thing. Yet there are countless thousands willing to throw away all hopes of that most cherished thing, and travel continual

The Land Where People Never Go Free Revelation 1:17-18 Monte T. Brown June 6, 2007 Wednesday Night Heart O’ the Hills Nothing outside of life itself is cherished more than freedom: Mankind will give everything they possess for that most precious thing. Yet there ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Pursuing Excellence

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 13, 2010

Excellence is defined as “possession chiefly of good qualities in an unusual degree; surpassing virtue, merit, worth, value”. To achieve excellence there must be discipline & tenacity of purpose. We are to pursue excellence in our walk, work, and worship

AchievementPursuing Excellence 1 Corinthians 15:58 “Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding (excelling) in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.” Introduction: One definition of “Excellence” is “the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58

Denomination: Baptist

Love Lifted Me Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 24, 2016

Love is an essential character trait for the believer. The Lord loved us, so we are expected to love one another. This is easy preaching, but often a difficult practice. John reveals great truth regarding the love we should possess.

Love Lifted Me 1 John 4: 11-16 John 13:34-35 – A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another. [35] By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another. There can be no doubt that Jesus loved ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Dirty Word: Paitience

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 15, 2015

In of day of instant, fast living ---we must know God has a great teaching tool called PATIENCE. Patience can teach us faith. In your patience possess your souls? Patience carries a lot of wait.

THE DIRTY WORD: PATIENCE! PATIENCE MAY CARRY ALOT OF WAIT! By Wade M. Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Luke 21:19 (KJV) In your patience possess ye your souls. Luke 21:19 (NIV) By standing firm you will gain life. Luke 21:19 (MSG) Staying with it—that's what is required. Stay with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God