SermonCentral Logo SermonCentral Logo Sermon Central
Sermons
Free Sermons and Sermon Outlines for Preaching :

Sermons on Worldly Pursuits:

showing 21,781-21,795 of 24,449
Filter Results
Close Filters

Scripture

Rating

Date

Denominations

  • Show more

Language

Structure

Sermon Type

Audience

Popular Preaching Resources

New Sermon Series Now Available

Everything you need for your next series

AI Sermon Generator

Generate sermon ideas with a safe, secure tool for solid preaching.

Biblical Sermon Calendar

Customizable sermon manuscripts for verse-by-verse preaching

Sermon Research Assistant

Free custom sermon in 5-10 minutes!

Topical Sermon Calendar

Preach with creativity and impact throughout the year

Funeral Sermon Generator

Create a personalized, heartfelt funeral sermon

Sermon Kits for Preaching

Faithful to the Finish

Peter's final call to a young and growing church

Grace and Glory

A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter

Entrusted

Gifts, risk, and the return of the King

  • Try PRO

    Confident Preaching

    Try PRO free and preach with confidence when people need it most.
    Free to start now
  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Living Successfully

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 12, 2004
    based on 147 ratings
     | 7,363 views

    All Christians need to live a successful Christian life.

    INTRO.- ILL.- The little girl said to her grandpa, “Make like a frog, grandpa.” He replied, “What do you mean, make like a frog?” She said, “Mommy says we’re going to make a lot of money when you croak!” That’s bad. Many people are only interested in material success, no matter how they acquire ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Bill Burnett avatar

    Committed To A Fresh Start

    Contributed by Bill Burnett on Jan 14, 2004
    based on 15 ratings
     | 7,635 views

    Five Things We Need To Be Committed To

    Committed To A Fresh Start January 11th, 2004 WHAT WE NEED TO BE COMMITTED TO Have you heard about the man who moved into a retirement community to spend the rest of his life there? It wasn¡¦t long until he had made a number of friends among the other residents. There was one lady he was ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Foursquare

  • Clark Tanner avatar

    "One Flesh" Series

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jan 16, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 13,765 views

    Woman was brought forth out of man, as the church was brought forth out of Christ (#11 in The Christian Victor series)

    “FOR THIS CAUSE A MAN SHALL LEAVE HIS FATHER AND MOTHER, AND SHALL CLEAVE TO HIS WIFE; AND THE TWO SHALL BECOME ONE FLESH. This mystery is great; but I am speaking with reference to Christ and the church. Nevertheless let each individual among you also love his own wife even as himself; and let ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Orthodox

  • James May avatar

    Building Your Rock Pile

    Contributed by James May on Jan 18, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 9,455 views

    Israel was commanded to pile 12 stones after they crossed over Jordan as a memorial to God’s deliverance. What kind of rocks are we piling up as a memorial for future generations should Jesus tarry?

    BUILDING YOUR ROCK PILE Joshua 3:14-17; 4:1-7 Life is a journey. With each passing day we are drawing nearer to the time when we must cross over Jordan, the river of death. As I grow older I cannot help but think about what that day will be like. What will that passage from this life into ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Larry Lasiter avatar

    Beware The Wolf, Part 1

    Contributed by Larry Lasiter on Jan 26, 2004
    based on 40 ratings
     | 10,834 views

    How do we identify those who would prey upon the flock of God?

    POINTS OF TRUTH CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES www.pointsoftruth.com It’s a beautiful night in the Falkland Islands, just off the coast of Argentina. These British Islands are known for their rich pasture land. The air is still this evening as the sheep graze. The sun is setting, ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Paul Decker avatar

    Growing Up Is Hard To Do Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Feb 8, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 6,215 views

    All Christians are to be growing Christians.

    GROWING UP IS HARD TO DO I Corinthians 3:1-17 S: Spiritual growth Th: Live the Difference Pr: ALL CHRISTIANS ARE TO BE GROWING CHRISTIANS. ?: How? How do we do that? KW: Contrasts TS: We will find in our study of I Corinthians 3:1-17 three contrasts that show us how to be growing ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Taylor avatar

    The Road Less Traveled Series

    Contributed by Chris Taylor on Feb 12, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,044 views

    Living an Abundant Life

    The Road Less Traveled Little Log Church John 10:10 February 7-8, 2004 INTRODUCTION Two weeks ago, John and I decided we would take one morning a week, which is really only 2 and ½ hours due to our children’s school schedule, to hike. We’re calling it our pastoral staff meeting. We hike and ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • James May avatar

    Farewell To The Flesh (Mardi Gras Carnival)

    Contributed by James May on Feb 15, 2004
    based on 39 ratings
     | 10,147 views

    This sermon deals with the evils of Mardi Gras and its effect upon the heart, mind and soul of men, especially Christians who take part in the revelry.

    FAREWELL TO THE FLESH Since we live in south Louisiana, I think it would be timely for this message concerning the Mardi Gras season. It’s that time again; the time for King Cakes, Purple and Gold decorations, costumes and decadence beyond description. This is the time when the true heart of ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • D. Greg Ebie avatar

    Hunger And Thirst For Righteousness Series

    Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Feb 23, 2004
    based on 40 ratings
     | 19,717 views

    The Beatitudes: Building Blocks to Be Like Jesus #4

    ✎ Americans love to eat! Annually we spend over 4 trillion dollars on food (yes that was T trillion). About five percent of our food money goes for snacks; that’s a mere 20 billion dollars each year (amazing how our pocket change adds up). The proof of Americas love affair with food is in ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • James May avatar

    The Road To Salvation

    Contributed by James May on Mar 28, 2004
    based on 47 ratings
     | 14,713 views

    This is a salvation message that presents the plan of salvation in its simplicity.

    The Road to Salvation by Pastor James May I know that for most of us this message is going to be so much repetition. But God has impressed upon me strongly that this is message He wants to give to you so I will do my best to obey the Lord and give this message to you. Even though the majority ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Steve Malone avatar

    How Long Will You Waiver

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 5, 2004
    based on 49 ratings
     | 10,002 views

    In this message we see the prophet Elijah battling 450 false prophets on Mt Carmel. (1 Kings- pt 4)

    "HOW LONG WILL YOU WAIVER?" TEXT: I KINGS 18:16-40 INTRODUCTION Several weeks ago when we talked about Elijah we said that he was an outdoorsman who came riding into town to tell King Ahab that because of the sin in the land, because the people had turned their backs on the one true God and ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mike Turner avatar

    What We Believe About The Bible And Why

    Contributed by Mike Turner on Apr 11, 2004
    based on 39 ratings
     | 5,673 views

    Why We Believe The Bible Is The Word Of God !

    Why We Believe The Bible Is The Word Of God Theme Verse: 1 Peter 3:15 2Ti 3:16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness Introduction: Many books claim to be the word of God. The Koran, The book of ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dan Cormie avatar

    Battle Gear Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Apr 16, 2004
    based on 50 ratings
     | 5,123 views

    Week three in a four week series on the essentials for conquerors.

    29, February 2004 Dakota Community Church The Essentials The Essential Characteristics of Conquerors WEEK THREE: BATTLE GEAR Introduction: We have been talking about defeating the giants in our lives this year. We looked at the necessity of courage and at the importance of competence in defeating ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Mennonite

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Speaking Of Tongues Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 18, 2004
    based on 108 ratings
     | 19,969 views

    Greek Word Study which has convinced many open-minded that this sign gift has ceased in its Biblical form. Link included to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

    SPEAKING of TONGUES I Cor. 14 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/SpeakingOfTongues.html I want to make it crystal clear that our purpose tonite is not in any way to impune, insult, or attack any brother or sister in Christ. Any friend of Jesus is a friend of mine! And so, w/ no malice, no anger, and ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    Let Me Introduce You To The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on May 19, 2004
    based on 59 ratings
     | 5,289 views

    A sermon explaining who the Holy Spirit is and why we need to have a personal relationship with Him, also.

    Pastor Bruce Ball CrossWinds Bible Church Sometimes I try and picture Jesus walking on the same earth that I am walking on. In historical terms, He was here just a few short years ago. I can understand that by using intelligence, but when I try to use my heart to actually understand, I just can’t ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: *other