Sermons on worldly possessions:

Avarice Series

Contributed by Aneel Aranha on Jan 20, 2021

Avarice is the self-serving and inordinate love of and desire for money, wealth, power, food, or other possessions. Are we an avaricious people?

Leo Tolstoy once wrote a story about a successful peasant farmer who was not satisfied with his lot. He wanted more of everything. One day he received a novel offer. For 1000 rubles, he could buy all the land he could walk around in a day. The only catch in the deal was that he had to be back at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On Envy

Contributed by William Meakin on Feb 14, 2021

Envy is defined as “A feeling of discontentment or resentful longing aroused by someone else's possessions, qualities, or luck.”

Paulo Coelho de Souza, the Brazilian lyricist and novelist once remarked: "The Soul of the World is nourished by people's happiness. And also by unhappiness, envy, and jealousy. To realize one's Personal Legend is a person's only real obligation. All things are one. And, when you ...read more

Scripture: James 4:2-3, 1 Peter 2:1-2, Galatians 5:26

1st Peter 1:6-12 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Jun 7, 2023

This devotion is about what our attitude to persecution needs to be and also about the amazing salvation we have come to possess.

For the Audio Version on YouTube, click on the link below https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kpvbKdQ_9pI For the Audio Version on Spotify, click on the link below ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:40-41, Philippians 2:12-13, John 1:14, Psalm 16:10, Matthew 12:40  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Wake Up And Enjoy Life! Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 3, 2023

This sermon focus on the Church of Sardis - it's hope and renewal in walking up and strengthening what it already possessed.

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6; John 11:38-44 Theme: Wake Up and Enjoy Life INTRO: Grace and peace from the God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! Did you know that last year (2022) over three million people died in the United States? Did you know that last year (2022) over 69 million people ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6, John 11:38-44

Denomination: Nazarene

Thanksgiving PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 14, 2023

Encourages trust in God's goodness, thankfulness in trials, and triumph through praise, emphasizing that true happiness lies in enjoyment, not possessions.

Good morning, beloved family of God. As we gather here today, in the sanctuary of His love, we are reminded of the profound words of Charles Spurgeon, who once said, "It is not how much we have, but how much we enjoy, that makes happiness." The beauty of this statement lies in its simplicity and ...read more

Topics: Thanksgiving

Giving PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 9, 2024

Explores our relationship with possessions, urging us to prioritize heavenly treasures over earthly ones and to guard against materialism.

Good morning, dear friends. We gather here today in the presence of our Lord, not just to share in fellowship, but to open our hearts and minds to the wisdom and guidance that His word provides. Today, we turn our attention to a topic that touches each of our lives in profound ways: our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Topics: Giving

Hedge Of Thorns And Hedge Of The Blood Of Jesus. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 4, 2024

God had built a spiritual hedge around Job, around his family (household) and around all his possessions.

The Hedge of Thorns as God’s Protection: Hosea 2:6, "Therefore, behold, I will hedge up her way with thorns, and I will build a wall against her, so that she cannot find her paths." "Benefits: 1. Divine Protection: God places a hedge of thorns to guard and protect His people from ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 2:6, Exodus 12:13

Claiming Your Divine Inheritance SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

Every child of God who has been redeemed has a divine heritage in Him - possessions of immense and immeasurable value.

Introduction: The Bible clearly presents a battle between two kingdoms: the kingdom of God, characterized by light and righteousness, and the kingdom of the devil, characterized by darkness and evil. As believers, we have a supernatural heritage in God, filled with valuable possessions. ...read more

Scripture: Obadiah 1:17

Topics: Inheritance, Faith

Be Wise In The Lord Not In The World

Contributed by Richard Papafio on May 27, 2019

Don't let the world fool you. Crave for wisdom in the Lord. Ask Him for it and receive it

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *BE WISE IN THE LORD NOT IN THE WORLD* 1 Corinthians 3:18-23 King James Version (KJV) 18 Let no man deceive himself. If any man among you seemeth to be wise in this world, let him become a fool, that he may be wise. 19 For the wisdom ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:18-23

Denomination: Charismatic

Am I Right With God? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 31, 2024

As believers, we often question our spiritual standing.

As believers, we often question our spiritual standing. Ensuring we're right with God involves examining our relationship, repenting, and realigning with His will. Biblical Indicators of Being Right with God 1. Obeying God's Commandments (John 14:15): Demonstrating love through ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15, Psalm 66:18

Character Study Of Demas – Forsook Paul For The World Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 26, 2025

The story of Demas serves as a solemn warning about the dangers of worldliness. He had the privilege of working alongside Paul, yet he abandoned his calling because of his love for the world.

CHARACTER STUDY OF DEMAS – FORSOOK PAUL FOR THE WORLD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 4:10 "For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world, and is departed unto Thessalonica; Crescens to Galatia, Titus unto Dalmatia." (2 Timothy 4:10, KJV) Supporting Texts: ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Lessons From The Herods In The Bible

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 21, 2025

The Herods of the Bible provide us with powerful lessons on the dangers of pride, selfish ambition, and rejecting God’s will. Their lives serve as stark warnings about the cost of rebellion against God and the importance of humility, integrity, and obedience in leadership.

LESSONS FROM THE HERODS IN THE BIBLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 2:1-18, Mark 6:14-29, Acts 12:1-23 Supporting Texts: Luke 23:1-25, Acts 12:20-23, Revelation 19:11-21 INTRODUCTION: The Herods in the Bible represent a family line known for their tyrannical rule and opposition to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18, Mark 6:14-29, Acts 12:1-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Growing Leaps And Bounds In Your Walk With God.

Contributed by Dr. Michael Pope on May 11, 2015

Spiritual Growth

Growing Leaps and Bounds in Your Walk With God. Dr. Michael Pope HEB 12:1-2 Theme: Maturity and Spiritual Growth: A young man used to dive for exotic fish for ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Grounding Faith Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jan 17, 2007

A series in James about possessing a foolproof faith. This message focuses on faith that is built upon the truth of God’s Word and the necessity of hearing God.

Foolproof – A Study of James GROUNDING Faith – James 1:19-27 Sunday AM Recap: We’re in a series in James about how to have a foolproof faith so that we won’t be fooled into thinking we have genuine faith when we’re only religious and so we can’t be fooled into embracing anything not of God. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Rich Toward God? Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 6, 2024

Based on Luke 12:13-21 - Encourages hearers to consider what it means to live a life that is rich toward God.

“ARE YOU RICH TOWARD GOD?” Luke 12:13-21 FBCF – 10/6/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – How much money do you need to make to be considered rich? Remember my first job – 14 yrs old - making minimum wage at $2.65 an hour - got a paycheck for $200. Didn’t know how I was going to spend all of that money back in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Baptist