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Money is NOT the Root of all Evil
This article argues that money is not the root of all evil, but is a neutral tool that expresses our values. In the hands of a faithful church, money can be the source of tremendous good.
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Article
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Ministry Matters
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Author:
Rebekah Simon-Peter
Money
Money can often be a difficult topic, but as John R. Gunn reminds us in this quote, individuals who live by what God has instructed will live within their means.
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Sermon Illustration
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Day1
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Author:
John R. Gunn
Money, Money, Money
A vibrant and honest look at money, money, money: although very few people could honestly admit, "Money isn't everything," it truly does not matter in the kingdom of God.
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Sermon Illustration
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Day1
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Author:
James Ellis, III
Money and Value
A reflection on Acts 5:1-10 that highlights the importance of how we spend our money and encourages sharing resources in community instead of selfishly hoarding your wealth.
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Article
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Day1
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Author:
Kenneth L. Samuel
Money Is a Spiritual Matter
This reflection on Proverbs 11:25 considers generosity, money, and relationships. Insightful questions shaped by scripture help us consider the cost and calling of giving.
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Article
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The High Calling
Money Draws Flies
Highlighting themes of greed, wealth, and corruption, this sermon illustration uses the story of a lottery winner whose life quickly became miserable to demonstrate that money doesn't bring happiness, it brings control and corruption.
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Sermon Illustration
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Preaching Today
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Author:
Unknown
Money Is My God
A quote by Mark Twain. "What is the chief end of man? To get rich. In what way? Dishonestly if we can; honestly if we must. Who is God, the one and only true? Money is...
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Sermon Illustration
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Preaching Today
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Author:
Mark Twain
Money Leads to Degradation
Karl Marx said, "Money degrades all the gods of man and converts them into commodities." This quote may serve as a sermon illustration for Psalm 39:6 and 1 Timothy 6:9-10.
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Sermon Illustration
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Preaching Today
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Author:
Karl Marx
Full Text Hymns on Money
He's My EverythingPD
Count Your BlessingsPD
The money bag songPD
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Man Blessed by Returning Stolen Money
John Jefferson robbed a Krispy Kreme Doughnut store to support his drug addiction. The feeling of guilt overwhelmed him that he eventually turned himself in. Once released from jail, he returned the money with some extra.
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Sermon Illustration
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Preaching Today
Idolatry, More Money Less Satisfying, Taxation Vexation, and New Names Preach a New Birth
Material for sermon illustrations cover celebrity worship replacing religious worship, how having money does not breed contentment, the hypocrisy of taxation, and how the gospel is preached through young girls in India receiving new names.
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Sermon Illustration
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Preaching Today
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Author:
Matt Woodley
Money Not at Fault
John Wesley said, "The fault does not lie in the money, but in them that use it." A quote appropriate for Luke 16:13.
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Sermon Illustration
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Preaching Today
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Author:
John Wesley
Study Finds Money Can't Buy Happiness
Study discovers happiness cannot be bought. Making more money increases one's material needs; happiness is related to time with loved ones, health, friendliness, optimism, self-control, and a deep sense of ethics.
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Sermon Illustration
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Preaching Today
What Money Can't Buy
A poem by Marshall Shelley that reveals money's limited ability to meet needs, appropriate for Philippians 4:11-13 and 1 Timothy 6:6-8.
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Sermon Illustration
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Preaching Today
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Author:
Marshall Shelley
Money Can't Buy Me Love
In this commentary on Luke 12:13-21, David Lose notices the difference between what we say we believe about money and how we act regarding money. In this culture, the Luke’s parable is both scary and...
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Commentary/Exegesis
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Source:
Working Preacher
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Author:
David J. Lose