Sermons on Worthwhile:

A Picture Of Apostasy

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on May 23, 2012

Apostasy is a falling away from the faith. In this message we will see a man who turns away from Christ to the world. It stands as a strong warning to every man who professes to follow Christ.

Tonight’s passage is a clear picture of betrayal and apostasy. Apostasy is a falling away from the faith. Tonight we see a man who turns away from Christ to the world. It stands as a strong warning to every man who professes to follow Christ. READ v. 18. Here is the heartbreak of ...read more

Scripture: John 13:18-30

Denomination: Baptist

Mind Your Busyness

Contributed by Chip Blackshear on Jun 2, 2012

Like a carnival ride, our modern lives seem to be spinning out of control. But busyness is the enemy of the spiritual life. As Elijah discovered, God is not in the busyness - the earthquake, wind and fire - but in the quiet whisper.

“MIND YOUR BUSYNESS” Luke 10:38-42 • 1 Kings 19:9-18 First Presbyterian Church, Corpus Christi, TX Rev. Charles S. Blackshear • May 6, 2012 For the past week the Buc Days carnival has been going on night and day across the street from us here with all sorts of rides ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:9-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Presenting A Powerful Witness”

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 3, 2012

How do we remain faithful and bold for Christ in the face of opposition?

“The world is not interested in an anemic, spineless Christianity. They are impacted by courageous Christians.” - Grant Richison Paul was an example of uncommon courage wherever he was called by God to be (even in a prison cell). Now he encourages the Philippians to be an example of uncommon ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

“you Were Shaped To Serve God” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 14, 2013

God has uniquely shaped each of His children to serve Him by serving others.

Today going to look at God’s fourth purpose for your life: You were Shaped to Serve God. (READ TEXT) The word, “workmanship,” can be translated, “masterpiece.” Notice, the Bible says that through faith in Christ, that is what you already are. In other words, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Christ Centered Life

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014

Jesus calls the Rich Young Ruler to live out a radial life. We are called to live a life centered on Jesus

The Christ Centered Life Mark 10:17-23 January 22, 2014 Morning Service The Nicolas Copernicus challenged the world wide understanding of science. It was a revolution that turned the world upside down. Copernicus challenged the idea that the earth was at the center of the universe. The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-23

Denomination: Church Of God

Money Worries: Figuring Up How Effective Worry Is Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 7, 2014

A look at the ineffectiveness of worry - we do it despite the fact that it brings about no positive result.

A COMMON WORRY EXCUSE: Many people worry because “at least I’m doing something.” - Some people feel guilty if they’re not worrying. Somehow worry is a sign to them of being a good parent or friend. - They would probably begrudgingly admit that’s it’s not the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-31

Denomination: Baptist

At The Right Hand Of God

Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Nov 7, 2014

A perspective on Mark 10: 35-45. But what are our reactions, our thoughts, and our feelings towards these two audacious characters James and John?

Mark 10: 35-45 At The Right Hand Of God How should we think about James and John, the sons of Zebedee? How should we think about the day they went to Jesus and said to him: “Teacher, we want you to do for us whatever we ask of you.” And when Jesus answered, “What is it you want ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Lutheran

Why Would Someone Plead For A Chance To Give? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 11, 2019

The Macedonians plead with Paul for a chance to share financially. What creates that kind of a heart?

- Skit: Guy shows up who has traveled back in time. Offers second guy a chance to buy Apple stock the day before the company starts. Play up the time period and maybe some jokes off the company name. A MYSTERY: Why would someone plead for a chance to give? - 2 Corinthians 8:4. - Think of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Paul’s Vision For The Church Helping Each Other Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 1, 2019

Paul gives instruction on how the church should help each other.

TWO WAYS: The American way is everyone is on their own; Paul’s vision is that we are there for each other. - 2 Corinthians 8:10-15. - Galatians 6:2. - The American way emphasizes the rugged individual. You pull yourself up by your bootstraps and you mark a path of success for yourself. You are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:10-15

Denomination: Baptist

"Wisdom Regarding Marriage - Being A Good Spouse" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Aug 6, 2018

What do we learn from Proverbs about being a good spouse?

An interesting biblical concept is that of the five Divine Institutions. These five institutions were created by God, and apply to all mankind whether believer or unbeliever. These basic social structures were made by God. When these five divine institutions aren’t followed, the result is ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Peril Of Having Too Much Series

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Apr 28, 2021

The rich young ruler and his decision to walk away from the call of Jesus shattered the disciple's beliefs about riches being an exclusive sign of favor with God. Money and possessions tend to be a hindrance to faith in Him instead.

A young man whom the Scriptures refer to as a "rich young ruler" came before Jesus with a question on how to obtain eternal life. After using the Law as a means of examining his motives, Jesus instructed him to go and sell all his possessions in order to receive spiritual treasure and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:23, Mark 4:19, Mark 10:17-22, 1 Timothy 6:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be A Successful Nobody

Contributed by John Gaston on May 5, 2021

This is a rewrite of Glenn Pease's fine message. It talks about many of the un-named people in the Bible who played such big roles in the events of the New Testament. We think of ourselves as nobodys, but that's not what Heaven thinks! You have a lot to give.

HOW TO BE A SUCCESSFUL NOBODY John 6:1-13 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: WHY LIFE IS CONFUSING TO MANY 1. A librarian commented concerning a woman just leaving her desk that she could get more out of a mystery novel than anyone she knew. "How is that?" asked her co-worker. 2. She replied, ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

#2 Irritant: The Fly In Ointment

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 27, 2020

Dead flies in the ointment can be more that an annoyance, they can sting and spread infections. Small things matter in negative ways.

#2 Irritant: THE FLY IN THE OINTMENT. Thanks to Phil Walton for the fodder for this sermon. Thank you. This follows part #1. FLIES: Irritant, show me what ticks you off… This is part #2: IRRITANT: THE FLY IN THE OINTMENT. I have a fly swatter, some rubber flies, and a jar labeled as OINTMENT with ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 10:1, Isaiah 38:21, Psalm 133:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Endurance Under Stress Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 9, 2022

Does coming to Christ mean the end of suffering? Sorry, no it does not. To this, suffering, you were called. Christ suffered and left an example of suffering. We have great verses in 21-25 about what Christ’s death on the cross means. Christ suffered for you.

It was one of those dramatic stories. The town ruffian named Big Joe became a Christian. After all the noses he had broken, black eyes he had given the meanest toughest man in town accepts Christ and becomes a changed man. Now instead of a violent temper he endured patiently, even under stress. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-25

Denomination: Baptist

What Does It Mean To Be A Man Of God?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Apr 20, 2023

The people of Israel had become careless and complacent. God called a man from a small country town to prophesy judgment and preach repentance. This man submitted to God's call to go and prophesy unto Israel.

The affluent people of Israel were enjoying their life of luxury and prosperity. They had become careless, complacent, mistreating poor people, and selling them into servitude. Before long, Israel would be vanquished by Assyria, and the rich would become slaves. Then in walks a God called man from ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:1-17, Luke 18:13

Denomination: Independent/Bible