Sermons on Worldly Wisdom:

Holiness Is Power

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 15, 2018

Church not growing? You're not growing? Church and your life is mundane? Check your definition and implementation of holiness.

1 Peter 1:15 But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation; 16 Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy. 1 Peter 2:5 Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:15-16, 1 Peter 2:5, 1 Peter 2:9

Denomination: Baptist

Drifting Away

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 27, 2019

Let’s talk about how we can drift away and then talk about how we can stay anchored (not drift away) in our faith (Material adapted from Craig Groeschel's book, "Weird", Chapter 13 called "Get My Drift")

HoHum: Love going to the beach with my family- love sitting in the sun- love riding the waves- something that notice when in the water for a long time is that quite a distance from where Crystal is- after a while no longer see her- nothing serious but what if that went on for a long time, be miles ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1, James 1:13-15, Psalm 104:33-34, Revelation 2:4-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love What Matters Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

Prioritize your love and devotion to Jesus over worldly desires and temporary pleasures, as He is the only one who can provide true identity and love.

We have come to the end of our series, “Collide.” So far, we laid the foundation of standing firm in our faith when the world attempts to convince us of a different value system. Next, we talked about the importance of allowing God to transform our minds, and from there, our lives. Last week, we ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Topics: Priorities, Worldly Distractions, Identity In Christ

Sermon Series: Collide

Choice(S)

Contributed by Michael Monica on May 17, 2020

A perspective on choices we make

INTRODUCTION 1. The Old Testament provides valuable lessons for the Christian - 1Co 10:11 2. One such lesson is the importance of "Making Wise Choices" in our lives... a. Lot made a choice as to where to live, and as a result he experienced: 1) War and kidnapping - ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:11, 2 Peter 2:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ecclesiastes Chapter One Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Dec 20, 2024

What if there was no God - what would life be like? It would be meaningless - Meaningless.... The book of Ecclesiastes looks at life from the view that there in no God. This is a verse by verse look into chapter one of Ecclesiastes.

Ecclesiastes Chapter One Ecclesiastes 1:1 (NASB) The words of the Preacher, the son of David, king in Jerusalem. Verse one identifies the author as Solomon. The Hebrew word that is translated preacher is a word that means a collector of sentences. It can mean a preacher, a lecturer, a public ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

~warnings Against The Philosophies Of Men ~ Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 30, 2014

Paul wants the Colossian believers and us as well, to understand the great truths in this chapter, because in doing so, we'll not be led astray by the so called up to date bible theories & teaching.

#4 ~Col.2:1-9 ~WARNINGS AGAINST THE PHILOSOPHIES OF MEN ~ 12-15-13 Paul wants the Colossian believers and us as well, to understand the great truths in this chapter, because in doing so, we'll not be led astray by the so called "up to date bible theories & teaching", fancy words and man ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Whose Password Or Username Are You? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 28, 2024

This sermon encourages self-reflection on our actions, choices, and motivations, emphasizing the importance of serving God and establishing a good character for our destiny.

Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. I stand before you today with a heart full of joy and gratitude. As we gather together under the glorious banner of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, I am reminded of the immense beauty found in fellowship, in unity, and in shared faith. We are ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:23, Matthew 6:24, Joshua 24:15, Romans 6:16

Topics: Wisdom, Choice, Servitude

The Virtuous Woman

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 7, 2025

Proverbs 31 offers a timeless portrait of the virtuous woman, a model of wisdom, strength, and grace. This woman is not defined by external beauty or worldly achievements, but by her fear of the Lord and her unwavering commitment to her family and community.

THE VIRTUOUS WOMAN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 31:10 (KJV) "Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies." Supporting Texts: 1 Peter 3:3-4, Titus 2:3-5, Ephesians 5:33, Proverbs 12:4, Matthew 6:33 INTRODUCTION: Proverbs 31 offers a timeless portrait ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10, 1 Peter 3:3-4, Titus 2:3-5, Ephesians 5:33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Do Not Be Decieved Series

Contributed by Peter Fisher on Oct 25, 2009

Paul’s concern that his flock are being deceived, and the deceptions we face today. This was preached on Bible Sunday, so ends with and emphasis on the Bible as the way to avoid being deceived.

Do not be decieved - Colossians 2:1-5 Deception Paul is worried. He is struggling for the believers at Collosae and Laodicea. There are some new ideas being spoken about. They are questioning Christ’s divinity. We have already heard the message that Paul gave a couple of weeks back – The ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-5

Denomination: Anglican

Demonstrating Your Power Source-2 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 18, 2014

2 of 4. Paul demonstrated/confirmed the Spirit’s power thru his manner of witness to the church at Corinth. How/When is a Christian’s power source confirmed/demonstrated? 5 demonstrations of one’s power source.

DEMONSTRATING YOUR POWER SOURCE-II—1Corinthians 2:1-16 Attention: Black-belt in Karaoke While attending college, a young lady worked evenings at a retail store. On slow nights her co-worker Susan would often sing along with the radio while the two of them did paperwork or restocked ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

"I Want To Be Somebody"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 15, 2012

A sermon about the wisdom and power of God.

1 Corinthians 1:18-31 “I Want to Be Somebody” I just want to “be somebody” cries the burned out, workaholic father who comes home so tired and frustrated each night he has little energy for his wife and kids. I just want to “be somebody” bemoans the teenager ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: United Methodist

Ecclesiastes Chapter Five Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jan 24, 2025

What if there was no God - what would life be like? It would be meaningless - Meaningless.... The book of Ecclesiastes looks at life from the view that there in no God. This is a verse by verse look into chapter five of Ecclesiastes.

Ecclesiastes Chapter Five Ecclesiastes 5:1 Guard your steps as you go to the house of God and draw near to listen rather than to offer the sacrifice of fools; for they do not know they are doing evil. When we enter the house of God, we should have the attitude of being open and ready to listen to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Basis Of Our Faith - 1corinthians 2:5

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 8, 2011

Basis Of Our Faith - 1Corinthians 2:5

Basis Of Our Faith - 1Corinthians 2:5 1Corinthians 2:5 That your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God. I. Our Faith Is Based In God's Power II. Our Faith Is Not Based In Worldly Wisdom I. Our Faith Is Based In God's Power Matthew 8:10 When Jesus heard this, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living In The Light Of Eternity Part 2 Series

Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 17, 2005

Living in these times of worldly pleasure

Living in the Light of Eternity Part 2 As we continue on this morning with Part 2 of this series, It would be wonderful if I could tell you that the devil give up when you turned your life to God. He admits defeat and he gives up. I’d like to tell you that but I can’t. I can tell you that you ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Demas, The Disconnected Disciple

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jul 22, 2012

A sermon on the effects of worldliness on a Christian

“Demas, The Disconnected Disciple” “2 Timothy 4:10” Philemon 1:24 Marcus, Aristarchus, Demas, Lucas, my fellowlabourers. Colossians 4:14 Luke, the beloved physician, and Demas, greet you. 2 Timothy 4:10 For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world, and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:10

Denomination: Baptist