Sermons on Worthless Pursuits:

Securing Divine Help Through Spiritual Hunger And Thirst Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 26, 2026

Genuine spiritual hunger and thirst position believers to receive divine help, sustained spiritual filling, and supernatural intervention.

SECURING DIVINE HELP THROUGH SPIRITUAL HUNGER AND THIRST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 5:6 Key Verse: “Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.” — Matthew 5:6 (KJV) Supporting Texts: Psalm 42:1-2; Isaiah 55:1; Jeremiah 29:13; Luke ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Pursuing Righteousness: The Path To True Prosperity Proverbs 21:21 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 6, 2024

Let us delve into the wisdom of Proverbs 21:21, exploring the profound truth it holds about the pursuit of righteousness and its correlation to true prosperity. In a world often driven by material gain and worldly success, this verse offers us a timeless reminder of where our priorities should lie.

Pursuing Righteousness: The Path to True Prosperity Introduction: As we gather today, let us delve into the wisdom of Proverbs 21:21, exploring the profound truth it holds about the pursuit of righteousness and its correlation to true prosperity. In a world often driven by material gain and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:21, Matthew 6:33, Psalm 34:14, Psalm 36:7, Psalm 1:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Midnight Vigil! Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Aug 6, 2013

Let me reiterate, passion keeps you awake! Passion wakes you up early!

Lamborghini! Psalms 119:62 ‘At midnight I will rise to give thanks to You, Because of Your righteous judgments.’ John Abraham, Bollwood actor has an ‘adrenaline rush’ for exotic cars; among the fleet of cars and bikes he owns was added the latest ‘Lamborghini.’ ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:62

Denomination: Pentecostal

Religion Without Christ Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Apr 7, 2008

Many today are teaching that Christ is only one way to God. This passage reminds us that religion without Christ is worthless.

Religion Without Christ Hebrews 6:1-3 Purpose: To call religious people to trust fully in Christ. Aim: I want the listener to be fully surrendered to the Gospel. INTRODUCTION: “Retro” styles are now in. Wikipedia defines “Retro” this way: “Retro is a term used to describe aspects of modern ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lessons From Jeremiah – Part 25 – Do Not Keep Sinning For Judgment Comes – Worthless Offerings Are Unacceptable Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jun 21, 2024

The efforts of sinful man to obtain his own acceptance with God is no more than sin wanting to shake hands with holiness and to say, “We are the same, just a bit different in appearance.” Judah was found wanting, wicked and ready for judgement. God gave them to Babylon.

LESSONS FROM JEREMIAH – PART 25 – DO NOT KEEP SINNING FOR JUDGMENT COMES – WORTHLESS OFFERINGS ARE UNACCEPTABLE PART 25 - Jeremiah 6:20-30 CHAPTER 6 [A]. THE WILFUL REJECTION OF THE PEOPLE TO GOD’S CALLING IN THEIR LIVES (a). VERSE 20 - WORTHLESS AND INSINCERE OFFERINGS ARE NOT ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 6:20-21, Isaiah 8:14, 1 Peter 2:8, Jeremiah 6:22-23, Jeremiah 6:24-26, Revelation 9:21, Jeremiah 17:9-10, Romans 3:10-12, Revelation 2:27, Joshua 6:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Wise Investment Series

Contributed by Mark Clarke on Aug 31, 2007

we will consider an investment that always pays back much more than you could ever imagine.

A Wise Investment (1Thess 1:6-2:2) Last week I was at Hess buying some fuel and I got stuck behind a woman who was buying a stack of lottery tickets. I am sorry to say it; but that just grinds my nerves. You know what I mean don’t you? Some of these lottery junkies take forever like kids in a ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Psalm 34:14-17 - Part 6 - The Pursuit Of Peace; The Righteous And The Wicked Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 5, 2025

The pursuit of peace, doing good and pursuing it relates to departing from evil. The Lord hears ALL the cries of His righteous ones. Wickedness will never stand before God, but the righteous, he delivers from troubles.

PSALM 34:14-17 - PART 6 - THE PURSUIT OF PEACE; THE RIGHTEOUS AND THE WICKED In our previous study of this psalm we began verse 14 but we only did the first half of the verse that spoke about departing from evil and going good. Today we continue with verse 14. Let us look at it again. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:14, Matthew 5:9, Galatians 5:19-21, James 3:15-18, Romans 12:18, Ephesians 2:13-15, Psalm 34:15, Isaiah 59:8, Isaiah 59:11, Isaiah 59:9-10, Isaiah 59:12-14, Psalm 34:16, Isaiah 59:17-18, Acts 17:30-31, Psalm 34:17, Psalm 34:6-7, Job 13:15, Psalm 22:1, Romans 4:25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let Go And Let God

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

The middle verse of Jonah says "Those who cling to worthless idols forfeit the grace that could be theirs".

Introductory Considerations 1. One of best known stories in Bible is the story of Jonah - often seen as a children’s story and heard many children’s songs about it. 2. But the story of Jonah is a story that has an important message to each of us - as a church and as individuals. Not just about a ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Greatest Search And Rescue Mission Ever

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jan 6, 2001

Are you utterly lost? Worthless? Useless? Boy, oh boy...do YOU have help on the way!

“For the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost.” A husband and wife are on a long trip in their car. For a long while there is silence, as she dozes in and out and he watches the road. Finally, it occurs to her that he seems to be watching the road signs more intently, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:10

Denomination: Orthodox

How To Minimize Your Influence For God

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 27, 2012

Sometimes the best way to understand how to be a productive Christian is to look at the formula for spiritual worthlessness and do the opposite.

How To Minimize Your Influence for God (2 Corinthians 6:1-11) 1. Facebook is big. And the computers they have are many. 2. “With 900 million members worldwide and growing, Facebook is building its first European data storage facility—60 miles south of the Arctic Circle in Lulea, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Real Independance

Contributed by Doug Gilford on Jun 8, 2002

This is a look at the Declaration of Independance and Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.

This weekend many people will be celebrating Independence Day in a variety of ways. Some people travel to see loved ones, and others just stay home with the family. Some people will shoot fireworks, while others enjoy just watching them go off. We celebrate this holiday because of what ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Pursue Holiness

Contributed by Chris Appleby on May 4, 2001

Sermon for Commissioning of Missionary couple. Holiness as a lifelong pursuit.

"Train yourself in godliness, 8for, while physical training is of some value, godliness is valuable in every way, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come." It might seem a strange thing to those of you who know Hugh and Dorothy well, to preach on the pursuit of godliness at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-10

Denomination: Anglican

The Altar Of Intimacy Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 14, 2025

Intimacy with God is cultivated, not by accident, but through intentional pursuit.

THE ALTAR OF INTIMACY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 12:7-8 Supporting Texts: Genesis 26:25, Genesis 35:1-7, Leviticus 6:12-13, Psalm 91:1 INTRODUCTION: Intimacy with God is cultivated, not by accident, but through intentional pursuit. One of the most powerful biblical symbols of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:7-8, Genesis 26:25, Genesis 35:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Having A Heart For God Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Oct 24, 2006

God blesses a life which is lived in pursuit of him.

What is God looking for in a person or a church he can use in a mighty way? Why does it seem that God blesses one person, or church more than another? When I refer to being blest I am not referring to financial or numerical blessing but to a spiritual blessing, an outpouring of God’s Spirit. We ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1-11, Psalm 63:1

Denomination: Methodist

I've Got A Secret

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Jul 31, 2007

The Gnostic gospels were never “lost.” But they have been thrown out many times. We throw garbage away because it’s worthless. Theologically, the Gnostic “Gospels” are every bit as worthless as anything else we throw out. So is "The Secret."

Other Scriptural passages: Deuteronomy 30:9-14 Colossians 1:1-14 Luke 10:25-37 Psalm 25 or 25:3-9 In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-9

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican