Sermons on Profit: showing 16-30 of 11,578

On The Profit Of Believing

Contributed by Augustine Of Hippo on Jun 1, 2011

A classic sermon by St. Augustine.

1. If, Honoratus, a heretic, and a man trusting heretics seemed to me one and the same, I should judge it my duty to remain silent both in tongue and pen in this matter. But now, whereas there is a very great difference between these two: forasmuch as he, in my opinion, is an heretic, who, for the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-33

Denomination: *other

The Profitable Burial

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jun 22, 2011

One of the terrible things that can happen to a minister of God is for him to conduct a burial ceremony for a person, he knows has gone to hell fire. He gets there with his Bible looking at a hopeless situation. It can be sad because he would be wondering

Before we go into this message, I would like you to lay your hand on your chest and pray like this: “My heart, cooperate with the Holy Ghost, in Jesus’ name. This message is for people who are tired of the valley and desire to live a mountain top life. People come to the house of God ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

There Is No Profit In Worry!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 3, 2010

Let us study worry in the light of eternity? Worry has no benefit and we should avoid worry/weariness when possible.

IS THERE ANY PROFIT TO WORRY? WHY INVEST IN WORRY? I MISSED IT! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I do this in two parts, you will need to condense to do in one part... I. HAVE YOU EVER MISSED IT? HAVE YOU EVER LOST SIGHT OF THE GOAL? A. TEXT: Galatians 6:9 And let us not be weary ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Profitable Servant Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 20, 2012

I want to be a good servant for Jesus, but in this passage Jesus says I can do all kind of great ministry and still be an "unprofitable servant." What two things does Jesus say can stop me from being the profitable servant for Chris that I want to be?

OPEN: The KJV translates Luke 17:10 this way: “So likewise ye, when ye shall have done all those things which are commanded you, say, ‘We are unprofitable servants: we have done that which was our duty to do.’” I don’t want to be an “unprofitable servant”. I want to be a profitable servant for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:3-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Profit In Greed Series

Contributed by Joe Tilton on Jul 29, 2013

What do you do with wealth? Where does greed fit the issue?

August 4, 2013 The Profit in Greed A young man asked an old rich guy how he made his money. The old guy fingered his worsted-wool vest and said, “Well, son, it was 1932--the depth of the Great Depression, and I was down to my last nickel. I invested that nickel in an apple. I spent the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: *other

Excellent And Profitable

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 13, 2013

To enumerate what are excellent and profitable for believers like us.

I. EXORDIUM: What are excellent and profitable to you? Please give me a list. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate what are excellent and profitable for believers like us. IV. TEXT: Titus 3:8 (Amplified Bible) 3:8 This message is most trustworthy, and concerning ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Profitable Endeavor

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 23, 2017

Many today seek the latest method for spiritual renewal among the church, and church growth. There are countless new conferences, books, and blog articles annually. While I appreciate the hunger for growth, I fear we have over-complicated the matter.

A Profitable Endeavor Acts 8: 5-8 Our text today deals with a time of great excitement for the early church, and yet there was great uncertainty as well. Stephen had been stoned for preaching the Gospel. Saul continued to persecute the church, scattering them throughout the world, but they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

All Scripture Is Profitable

Contributed by Archie Norman on Aug 18, 2014

all scripture is profitable

All Scripture is Profitable Nehemiah 3 1. You are needed *Vision (2:20) needs volunteers (3:1) 2. You are recognized *God is the record keeper 3. You are qualified *Your present can overcome your past - v. 31 4. You are capable *Step out of your comfort zone - vs. 1, 8, 9, ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

Profiting In The Word Of God

Contributed by Farinu Ademola on Oct 23, 2006

To show that the word of god is profitable or useful for mankind.

Profiting in the Word of God The word of God is powerful The word of God is living The word is like a two edged sword The word is like a hammer The word is quick The word is Spirit The Word is Jesus God gave us His word for many reasons: • To profit us in every aspect of life 2 Tim.3:16 – ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Profiting From Trials Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Jan 29, 2007

And introduction to the book of James, helping to answer the question, "Is There Profit in Trials?"

Introduction I. When you approach the letter of James, the first important question to consider is “Who is the author?” A. The only real identification from within the letter itself lies in the authors statement in verse one. “James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ.” B. But that ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

All Scripture Is Profitable

Contributed by Russell (Rusty) Pruitt on Mar 15, 2018

Reading the Bible intelligently

ALL SCRIPTURE IS PROFITABLE TEXT: II TIM. 3:16 INTRODUCTION: Paul is writing to his “son” in the faith, Timothy, and he is encouraging him to embrace and hold dear the Word of God. He told him first, that ALL scripture, and by that he’s talking about the Old Testament, is “profitable.” He prefaces ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God's Word Is Profitable

Contributed by Alton Coleman on Jan 16, 2002

A look at what the Word of God can do for us.

God’s Word Is Profitable Scripture Reading: Psalm 19:1-11 Scripture Text: 2 Tim. 3:16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: Introduction: The Word of God is profitable for all who will ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Profiting From Trials Series

Contributed by Daniel Colvin on Jan 6, 2004

How can we let trials in our lives benefit our Christian walk?

Profiting From Trials James 1:2-4 Introduction A young, Christian man went to an older believer to ask for prayer. "Will you please pray that I may be more patient?" he asked. The aged saint agreed. They knelt together and the man began to pray, "Lord, send this young man misery in the morning; ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Being A Profitable Friend

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 10, 2008

The characteristics of a good friend

Introduction: Friendship is a need of us all. We call many our friend, but are our friendships profitable? In 2 Timothy 4:11, Paul is lonely and says, Only Luke is with me. Take Mark, and bring him with thee: for he is profitable to me for the ministry. Mark had forsaken him earlier, but now ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

Profit, A Means, Not An End Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 26, 2009

The attitude of a child is the attitude of knowing you are incomplete, and need to grow, to change, to take the risk to be wrong.

September 28, 2009 Caritas in Veritate The emphasis Jesus constantly puts on being childlike puzzled me until I read Carol Dweck’s great book Mindset. A child knows–perhaps without being able to articulate it–that she needs to change, learn and grow. A child knows his own incompleteness. As we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:46-50

Denomination: Catholic