Sermons on Worthless Shepherds:

23. The Book Of Galatians – Chapter 6:3 - Message 23 – Are You A Big Shot? How Important Do You Think You Are? You Are Not Deceived Are You? Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Apr 1, 2025

What arrogance it is to promote yourself over others and put them down. This message deals with those who think they are something but are nothing; who deceive themselves. We look at church positions and humility and pride. Do not deceive yourself.

23. THE BOOK OF GALATIANS – CHAPTER 6:3 - Message 23 – ARE YOU A BIG SHOT? HOW IMPORTANT DO YOU THINK YOU ARE? YOU ARE NOT DECEIVED ARE YOU? [1]. INTRODUCTION In the last message we considered a most important practical side of our Christianity and that was bearing the burdens, loads, problems ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-29, Galatians 6:3, 1 Samuel 25:6-8, Luke 18:10-12, Galatians 6:4, Romans 12:3, 1 Corinthians 8:2-3, Philippians 2:5-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Joy Of Abiding In Christ

Contributed by Pastor Yolito De Gracia on Sep 17, 2006

God wants His children to be fruitful and joyful. V8,11. But this can be only achieved by Abiding in Christ. Abiding is a reciprocal principle, when we abide in Christ , God the Father is glorified and in return we will experience the fullness of Joy.

Title: THE JOY OF ABIDING IN CHRIST Text: John 15:1-11 John 15:4 Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me. John 15:11 These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Thank God I'm Frail Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Mar 15, 2006

A study on our frailty and the fact that we need to rely on God

Thank God I’m Frail! Lifting weights Me in high school Relied on the guy above me Would you ever try to hire the least qualified? We don’t look for the weakest person That’s what’s great about our relationship with God He sees the potential in people He looks past our weakness Story from the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 7:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Confession

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on May 27, 2005

In these verses we find that the people did not understand the depth of their sins. They did not turn from their idols, regret their sins or pledge to make changes (vv. l-2). It seems that they thought God’s wrath would only last for a few days. Little di

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: In the washroom of his London club, British newspaper publisher and politician William Beverbrook happened to meet Edward Heath, then a young member of Parliament, about whom Beverbrook had printed an insulting editorial a few days earlier. “My dear chap,” said the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Rich Oppressors Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

Warnings to those who use wealth in an oppressive manner.

Rich Oppressors James 5:1-6 Today we are going to look cautions to rich oppressors. Now you may be saying, "but I’m not rich." That’s not a reason to tune out today, because all of us can fall into the category of an oppressor. The chapter begins with a warning to the rich oppressor. The ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Resurrection

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Apr 6, 2005

It has been said that this is truly the great resurrection chapter of the entire Bible. The first eleven verses present the Gospel message and the evidence for its truthfulness. Paul gives three proofs to his readers that Jesus Christ has indeed been rais

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: As Vice President, George Bush represented the U.S. at the funeral of former Soviet leader Leonid Brezhnev, he was deeply moved by a silent protest carried out by Brezhnev’s widow. She stood motionless by the coffin until seconds before it was closed. Then, just as the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Autarkia: Our Full Sufficiency In Christ

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jun 5, 2007

This is a sermon starter for Preaching out of the second chapter of Colossians showing our all sufficiency in Christ. Autarkia is the Greek word used in the text for "all sufficiency".

“Autarkia” (Greek) “Fully Sufficient” Colossians 2:10-23 “In Him you have been made complete” There are certain things that tend to clutter up the simplicity we have when we are complete in Christ. II Cor 11:3 spoke about those who are deceived, having been led astray from the simplicity and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:10-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

True Wealth Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Mar 21, 2020

What are the true riches of life? What does it really mean to be a wealthy person?

What are the true riches of life? What does it really mean to be a wealthy person? In 2 Corinthians 6:10, Paul says, “I have nothing yet possess all things.” Clearly, true wealth in life is not financial wealth. In Proverbs, we are told that having a good name is of more value than great riches. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Err Brother Are Sister

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Sep 27, 2016

Look out people the Devil is out to get you.

DON’T ERR BROTHER ARE SISTER James 1: 12 Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him. 13 Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Evil Forces

Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 14, 2021

There is always this inquisitiveness even among the Christians to know about ghost and also watch ghost movies. Caveat!

Vampires Ephesians 6:12”…the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places.” I am sure this title of mine would be an instant hit because people may want to read it out of: curiosity, fear or nosiness… whatever….they would read. There is always this inquisitiveness even among the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Pre-Conditions God Sets For Us In His Mercy Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 22, 2023

God turns away from our fasting unless we are getting our behavior together

Saturday of the First Week in Lent Today’s reading from the prophet Isaiah is the second part of a very late prophecy, one that appears to have been written down years after the Babylonian exile. The prophet Zechariah tells us that in this late period, there were fasts in the fourth, fifth, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32, Psalm 86:1-6, Isaiah 58:9-14, Zechariah 8:18

Denomination: Catholic

Worth It's Weight In Gold Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

Godly wisdom and direction are more valuable than anything else in this world.

Today, we're we're going to be talking about the value of God's wisdom. Let's jump into Psalm 19:9-11, where King David talks about how valuable Godly wisdom and guidance are. David is saying that respecting God and following His teachings is super important. Respect is something we usually give to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:9-11

Topics: Spiritual Enlightenment, Moral Dilemmas, Divine Guidance, Secular Temptations

The Lion Has Roared: Are We Listening?

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 14, 2001

God saw the injustice of His people during the day of the prophet Amos and He issued His judgment to turn their hearts back home. God is still watching His people today, but are we listening?

The Lion Has Roared... "Are We Listening?" Many years ago there was a small time, insignificant farmer and rancher who was busy taking care of his sycamore fig trees and tending to his sheep while the big world around him was carrying on business as usual. Amos never thought of himself as a man of ...read more

Scripture: Amos 2:4-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Advice From Our Heavenly Father

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jun 14, 2021

This sermon is dedicated to our Heavenly Father and the advice He wants to share with us so that we can live the Abundant Life here on this Good Earth.

Scripture: Matthew 6:7-13; Matthew 10:29 Theme: God as Father Proposition: Advice from our Heavenly Father This sermon is dedicated to sharing some Fatherly Advice from our Heavenly Father – I. Take Care of Yourself – You are one of My Precious Children – Psalm 8 II. Live Life to It’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:7-13, Matthew 10:29

Denomination: Nazarene

Beauty And The Beast

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 16, 2018

A study in the book of 1 Samuel 25: 1 –44

1 Samuel 25: 1 –44 Beauty and the Beast 25 Then Samuel died; and the Israelites gathered together and lamented for him, and buried him at his home in Ramah. And David arose and went down to the Wilderness of Paran.2 Now there was a man in Maon whose business was in Carmel, and the man was very ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel