Sermons on Worth It:

What’s Wrong With Religion? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Sep 21, 2010

Being religious for the sake of self-worth is detestable to God because God looks at the heart.

Please grab a Bible. This is how God directly speaks to us. Let’s start by looking at the Gospel of Luke chapter 21:1-4... Giving money to the church is the religious thing to do isn’t it? But what can go wrong with doing a religious thing?? Being religious for the sake of self-worth is ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Purpose Of Life

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 29, 2017

Life is worth living when we find out what our purpose is.

The Purpose of Life March 26, 2017 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Life is worth living when we find out what our purpose is. Focus Passage: Isaiah 55:1-13 Supplemental Passage: This is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior, who desires ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Relishes Extravagant Worship

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Apr 3, 2019

Mary anoints Jesus with very expensive oils worth a year's wages.

Weekend Message/Devotion April 7, 2019 John 12:1-8 Jesus Relishes Extravagant Worship “Six days before the Passover Jesus came to Bethany, the home of Lazarus, whom He had raised from the dead.” Verse 1 As we delve into today’s gospel reading, let’s look behind the scenes just a bit. This ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8, Mark 14:3, Luke 7:36-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Marriage And Wisdom For The Oneness Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 12, 2011

A Proverbs-Driven Life embraces marriage as the most significant of relationships worth careful nurturing.

Life Simplified Marriage and Wisdom for the Oneness October 30, 2011 INTRODUCTION Studies Find Big Benefits in Marriage By JENNIFER STEINHAUER Published: April 10, 1995 Single people may simply not know what's good for them, a recent group of studies suggests. A body of demographic research ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:9

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Epiphany Of The Lord

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 8, 2018

Allowing oneself to be invaded and rearranged by objective value is what makes life worth living.

The Epiphany of the Lord is when Christ was made known to the magi, who represent all the nations. Today, when we say that someone has had an epiphany, we mean that the person has had a moment in which they have achieved a realization, an awareness or a knowledge of something. An AHA! MOMENT, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Catholic

Treasure Hunt! Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Oct 24, 2022

The kingdom of God is so valuable that it is worth giving up everything, including our lives.

The Parables of Jesus: Treasure Hunt Matthew 13:44-46 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 10-23-2022 Jackpot! In 2019, a couple in Yorkshire, England was renovating their kitchen and thought they had stumbled across some old electrical wire. It turns out it was a coin. Not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Baptist

He's My All In All

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Nov 18, 2022

The point of the parable is to highlight the infinite, precious worth of knowing Jesus and being known by him.

TITLE: HE’S MY ALL IN ALL SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 13:44 Lots of people are completely content to have Jesus as a Savior, forgiving them of all their sin. Fewer are ready to have him as the Lord of their life, leading and growing them in godliness. • We think of Christ as our Savior • We think ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44

Denomination: Baptist

Can't Stop Won't Stop Series

Contributed by Caleb Anderson on Nov 7, 2016

Staying the course…finishing well…in a word, persevering Is the revolution still on? in YOUR home—marriage/kids? At your workplace? Is integrity still worth defending? Is hope still worth holding onto?

Personal… gratitude… Nehemiah Mission from God might not be out there… might be right in front of you (parent blended family) might not be BIG… out there… Nehemiah has been our guide—and Favor With Kings our simple tool—to explore what I believe is true ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-4

Denomination: *other

How To Measure What You're Worth (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Marcus Naugler on Nov 23, 2001

So the question is, “How do you measure what you’re worth?” Paul gives us a brief look at some of the things we can use to measure our lives in light of God’s Word.

How To Measure What You’re Worth (Part 3, The Call) Text: Ephesians 4:1-16 Have you ever been told what you were worth? Maybe you have been told what you were not worth. Probably came in the phrase something like, “You ain’t worth a dime!” or “You ain’t worth nothin’!” Do these sound ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The God Who Is Worth Suffering For - Matthew 5:10-12 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 7, 2024

Usually when someone mistreats us because of our righteousness, we think we’re doing well if we simply endure it without getting angry or depressed. But Jesus calls us to far more than that. We are to rejoice greatly! This message will help you do that.

Matthew 5:1-12 Now when he saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, 2 and he began to teach them, saying: 3 "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5 Blessed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Good Friday: "the Weight And Worth Of The Cross" Series

Contributed by Ron Auch Jr on Apr 18, 2025

Today, we stand at the foot of the cross. The air is heavy. The sky has darkened. The Son of God hangs in agony. This was not an accident or a tragedy. This was a divine transaction. The crushing of Jesus was the plan of the Father, for the salvation of the world.

Holy Week Series 2025 Pt.1 Palm Sunday: “The King Who Chose the Cross” Text: Luke 19:28–44; Isaiah 53:10–12; John 12:23–33 Pt. 2 Part 2 – Good Friday: "The Weight and Worth of the Cross” Text: Isaiah 53:10–12; John 19:28–30; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Psalm 34:8 Part 3 – Resurrection Sunday: ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:10-12, John 19:28-30, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Psalm 34:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Only Thing Worth Wanting - Psalm 25 Pt.2 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on May 17, 2025

When life falls apart, David doesn't ask for relief from his trouble—he asks for God's love. Discover the surprising strength that comes from wanting nothing but God.

Of David. To you, O LORD, I lift up my soul; 2 in you I trust, O my God. Do not let me be put to shame, nor let my enemies triumph over me. 3 No one who waits for you will ever be put to shame, but they will be put to shame who are treacherous without excuse. 4 Show me your ways, O LORD, teach ...read more

Faith That Laughed At Barriers

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Mar 25, 2004

The 4 who brought the paralytic to Jesus possessed character traits that are worth emulating as it relates to faith.

Faith That Laughed At Barriers Mark 2:1-15 Although the native Americans had no written alphabet before they met the white man, their language was anything but primitive. The vocabulary of many Indian nations was as large as that of their French and English ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

Win At Any Cost?

Contributed by Derek Richard on Jun 21, 2003

Is it worth making our private issues public if it means leaving behind a bad testimony for the church?

“Win At Any Cost?” I Corinthians 6:1-11 Introduction: Read Text – I Corinthians 6:1-11 Illustration – “2002 MLB All-Star Game Blunder” In less then a month major league baseball is going to have their mid-summer classic (the All-Star game). The all-star game is full of great moments: • 1989 – ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Redemptive Relationships: The Family Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Sep 14, 2003

The family is a place where we learn about: 1. Healing. 2. Worth. 3. Service.

Diane Kesecker tells a story about an event that took place around the dinner table in their home one evening: “We were trying to stretch our budget while my husband, Kent, and I were in Bible school. One night, Kent was in charge of dinner and served ‘shepherd’s pie’ — much to the dismay of our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-4

Denomination: Methodist