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1. Hold wealth loosely because it cannot satisfy. 2. Hold wealth loosely because it cannot last. 3. Hold wealth loosely because God gives true joy.

This sermon examines the sin of partiality as described in James 2, arguing that true faith in Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, must be expressed through impartial love rather than worldly distinctions. The teaching contrasts biblical discrimination, which is based on spiritual qualifications and scriptural truth, with wrongful prejudice rooted in superficial factors such as wealth, social status,...

We discuss the Uniformity of State pillar behind Stephen Jay Gould's revision of Uniformitarianism. And the motive behind the madness of this denial of the word of God. https://bbfohio.com

3 John 1:2 — TV preachers quote this verse and stop. John didn't stop there — and the rest of the sentence wrecks the health-and-wealth gospel. This message unpacks the prosperity gospel debate hiding inside 3 John 1:2 — the verse health-and-wealth preachers love to quote, and love to stop reading. This expository preaching through the Apostle John's wish for a man named Gaius exposes what happens...

This sermon examines the prohibition against showing partiality within the church, using the hypothetical scenario in James 2 to illustrate how believers often treat the wealthy with favor while dismissing the poor. The teaching emphasizes that such behavior stems from evil thoughts and worldly values, which contradict the character of God who shows no favoritism. By contrasting the church's tende...

The sermon examines Ephesians 2:13 to explain how believers transition from being spiritually distant to having direct access to God through the blood of Christ. It contrasts the Old Testament limitation, where Israel was warned to worship afar off, with the New Testament privilege of entering the holiest place with boldness. The central theme emphasizes that this change is an objective standing s...

This sermon examines the first chapter of the book of Esther, focusing on the character of King Ahasuerus and Queen Vashti to illustrate the theme of divine providence. The speaker highlights the king's pride and extravagant display of wealth, contrasting it with Vashti's refusal to comply with his drunken command to appear before his courtiers. While the text does not explicitly name God, the ser...

In Part 10 of the Revelation Unraveled series, Pastor Byron Chesney examines Christ's message to the church at Philadelphia in Revelation 3:7–13. Although this church had little strength and faced opposition, it remained faithful to God's Word and refused to deny the name of Jesus Christ. This message emphasizes that the Lord does not measure a church by its size, wealth, or influence, but by its...

The sermon addresses the spiritual conflict between serving God and pursuing material wealth, emphasizing that there is no middle ground between the two. It warns believers about the deceptive nature of Satan, who disguises himself as an angel of light and uses false teachings to distract the church from biblical truth. The message calls for a return to fervent prayer and submission to God as the...

The sermon explores the theological unity of Jews and Gentiles in Christ, emphasizing that God has broken down the dividing wall of enmity to create one new man in the body of believers. It contrasts the former state of Gentiles as aliens without hope with their current status as fellow citizens of God, while affirming that Israel's distinct national covenants remain valid and unfulfilled. The mes...

Honouring God with our Wealth | Proverbs 3:9 | Pastor Ronald Kalifungwa 20/09/2026

Austin teaches Ecclesiastes 1:1 as an introduction to the book. He identifies the Preacher as Solomon, son of David and king in Jerusalem, and explains hebel as vapor: life is real but fleeting. The lesson covers Solomon's wisdom and wealth, life under the sun, the tension between gift and vapor, and the call to enjoy God's gifts without worshiping them, fear God, and live in light of death.

The sermon examines the parable of the rich fool in Luke 12 to challenge listeners to reevaluate their perspective on finances in light of life's brevity. It argues that while accumulating wealth is not inherently sinful, a self-centered focus on personal comfort and material security reveals a lack of spiritual wisdom. The text highlights the danger of greed, defined as the belief that life consi...

The sermon explores the personification of wisdom in Proverbs 8 as a representation of the church, contrasting the virtuous bride of Christ with the seductive allure of worldly values and false teachings. It emphasizes that true wisdom is found in righteousness and the internal adornment of the soul rather than external displays of wealth or sensationalism, urging believers to share the gospel wit...

Prayer is the powerhouse of God. Prayer is often the easiest to neglect. Prayer is wealth of comfort, confidence and benefit.

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The sermon examines James 5:1-6 as a prophetic warning against the self-indulgent and exploitative lifestyles of wealthy unbelievers who oppress the poor. It highlights three specific miseries: the rotting of earthly treasures that will testify against their owners, the divine justice that hears the cries of defrauded laborers, and the inevitable condemnation of those who murder the righteous. The...

Zacchaeus had wealth and a position, but he still needed the saviour who was passing through Jericho. Luke 19:1-10 shows his joyful reception of Jesus, the crowd's complaint, and his willingness to give to the poor and restore what was taken wrongly. This message considers our need for salvation, Christ's mercy toward sinners, and the good that should follow in a believer's daily life. Whatever ou...

This sermon explores the biblical mandate for Christian generosity, arguing that a giving heart is the natural fruit of authentic faith and a surrendered life. By contrasting the self-centeredness of Scrooge with the consistent partnership of the Philippian church, the message highlights that true wealth is found not in earthly accumulation but in the riches of God's glory in Christ Jesus. The pre...

This sermon explores the paradoxical call for believers to glory in their spiritual exaltation while remaining humble in their dependence on God. Drawing from James 1:9-11, the message contrasts the fleeting nature of worldly wealth with the enduring riches of salvation found in Christ. It emphasizes that true wealth is not material possession but the forgiveness of sins and the presence of God, w...

The sermon examines the dual nature of Jesus' authority as presented in the Gospel of Mark, focusing on the call of the first disciples and the exorcism in the synagogue. It argues that Jesus' command to 'follow me' establishes him as the supreme loyalty of a believer's life, requiring the renunciation of self-governance and the submission of career, family, and wealth to his lordship. Simultaneou...

This sermon examines the narrative of King Hezekiah in Isaiah 39, highlighting how divine blessings can inadvertently reveal the pride and self-reliance within a believer's heart. The central message warns that human strength, wealth, and political alliances are ultimately unstable and cannot provide true security, as illustrated by the prophecy of Babylon's future conquest of Judah. By contrastin...

This sermon examines the wisdom of Ecclesiastes chapter 5, emphasizing the need for reverence and caution when approaching God. It warns against making rash vows or speaking carelessly, noting that God is in heaven and humans are on earth, thus requiring few words and careful intent. The text addresses the futility of accumulating wealth, illustrating that riches often bring anxiety rather than sa...