Sermons on Worldly Possessions:

Firm In Righteous Living Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Despite the challenges and temptations we face, we must stay committed to living righteously by listening to wise instruction, living holy lives, loving others, and working diligently.

Today we're diving into 1st Thessalonians. The church in Thessalonica was getting a lot of flak for believing in Jesus. Sounds familiar, right? It's like trying to pick the right path in a maze full of wrong turns. But we've got to keep our eyes on Jesus. Imagine you're in a maze, and you've got a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Topics: Moral Choices, Ethical Dilemmas, Spiritual Discipline, Worldly Temptations

Whose Image Is This? Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Nov 18, 2023

As followers of Christ, we are called to balance our earthly responsibilities with our heavenly ones, reflecting Jesus in our daily lives.

You know how Jesus was a pretty cool teacher, right? People were always asking Him questions, but some of them had sneaky plans. They wanted to trap Him and get Him out of the picture. In our story today, some religious big shots tried to trap Jesus by asking about paying taxes. But Jesus, being ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Topics: Spiritual Separation, Worldly Desires, Divine Living, Secular Influence

We Live In Evil Days And With Morally Corrupted Generations. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 1, 2024

The world we live in today is filled with evil and moral corruption.

It's easy to get discouraged by the darkness that surrounds us, but as Christians, we must remember that we are not of this world (John 17:16). Let us explore what the Bible says about evil days and morally corrupt generations, and how we can navigate these challenging times. Evil Days The ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:16, 2 Peter 2:1-3, Matthew 28:20

What About Hell

Contributed by Randy Hamel on Aug 28, 2008

Looks at the spiritual realities versus worldly realities - and answers the question ’is there a literal hell?’

What about hell? Eternal Realities (2nd Co. 4:16-18) Good morning. Do you believe in a literal hell? An American survey revealed that just one-half of 1% expects to go to Hell upon their death. Try to talk to someone about hell and the reply you get will not be positive. Jesus talked about hell ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

If You Claim It Series

Contributed by Jonathan Powell on May 15, 2007

If you say that you are a Christian - be a Christian!

If You Claim It – Be It Titus 2: 1-15 I come to you with great news of great joy. Great news of great deliverance. Deliverance from the traps that Satan sets up along the way in life. Deliverance from not knowing what is right and what is wrong. In the book of Titus, the writings of Paul lead ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Day Of Decision

Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 12, 2016

Matthew 6:24 No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.

DAY OF DECISION Hebrews 11:24-27 INTRODUCTION: Matthew 6:24 No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon. Joshua 24:15 And if it seem evil unto you to serve the LORD, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

"Surrender Brings Peace"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 11, 2002

Once we possess the peace of God, how do we maintain the peace?

Philippians 4:4-8 “Surrender Brings Peace” By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA While driving around town, one thing I enjoy doing, is reading church marques or signs. Some of them may seem silly, some I may not be able to apply to my life, and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8

Denomination: United Methodist

His Mission

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Mar 26, 2009

God’s plan was carried out through Jesus’ earthly mission.

Text: “Now My soul is troubled, and what shall I say? ‘Father, save Me from this hour’? But for this purpose I came to this hour” (John 12:27). Jesus was sent on a mission by the Father. He was sent to do a work that would give man an opportunity to gain a right relationship with the Father. ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-36

Denomination: Christian Church

The Worthy Centurion

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Mar 7, 2006

A marvellous faith was not the only virtue possessed by the Centurion whose slave was healed by Christ.

Jesus has just spent the better portion of His day healing the multitudes that flocked to him and, on a plain in the countryside near Capernaum, He had delivered a long sermon. We find our chapter beginning with the close of that sermon. Verse 1, “He had completed all His discourse in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Victorious Faith Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 7, 2016

By faith overcome anger, fear, and the world.

Tony Campolo tells the story of a town where all the residents are ducks. Every Sunday the ducks waddle out of their houses and waddle down Main Street to their church. They waddle into the sanctuary and squat in their proper pews. The duck choir waddles in and takes its place, and then the duck ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Healthy Independence-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 14, 2020

2 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-II—Jeremiah 17:1-14 Attention: Original Letter circling the Internet: The date of the attack: 9/11 - 9 + 1 + 1 = 11. September 11th is the 254th day of the year: 2 + 5 + 4 = 11 After September 11th there are 111 days left to the end of the year. 119 is the area code to ...read more

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

Denomination: Baptist

The Fear Of God - The Missing Foundation In Modern Christianity Series

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 17, 2020

In this day of "fluff and icing", "feel good", "me-centered" beliefs, sermons, and teachings, the church in this present age has, for all practical purposes, abandoned the call for holiness and separation from the world.

We who call ourselves followers of Jesus Christ in these last days have, for all practical purposes, allowed the world to tell us what to think and say when it comes to the authority of the Scriptures, the person and work of Jesus, God's nature, and the coming judgment upon this wicked and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21, 1 Corinthians 3:11-18, 2 Timothy 3:1-8, John 14:6, 1 John 2:15-17, Revelation 19:11-21, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Acts 4:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Miracle Of Joseph Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Dec 2, 2016

Matthew shares with us the miracle story of Joseph - a young man who 1. Possessed a Spirit of Compassion 2. Possessed a Spirit of Openness 3. Cultivated a life of Obedience

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25 and Isaiah 7:10-17 Theme: 4th Advent - Joseph Matthew shares with us the story of Joseph - a young man who 1. Possessed a Spirit of Compassion 2. Possessed a Spirit of Openness 3. Cultivated a life of Obedience INTRO: Grace and peace from God our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Nazarene

Hindrance To Have Eternal Life

Contributed by Sajayan Chacko on Jan 29, 2024

The Lord Jesus Christ talks about the difficulty of having both worldly riches and a deep desire for it.

I. Concerning The RICHES Of The World 1. The SEEKING rich young ruler *verses 16-21, (ASKING Jesus how to ACHIEVE salvation) Now behold, one came and said to Him, "Good Teacher, what good thing shall I do that I may have eternal life?" So He said to him, "Why do you call Me ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Pursuing Godliness With Contentment Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Sep 9, 2004

How being content leads to godliness in the way we use our possessions.

September 12, 2004 GODLINESS with contentment When a Christian really grabs hold of the promises of God, he will realize that God has given him everything - absolutely nothing has been held back. First and foremost, he has complete perfection in Christ. Hebrews 10:10 states that we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6

Denomination: Lutheran