Purposeless Prosperity – Sermon Pulpit Notes (Genesis 4:17–24)
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What does it mean to prosper apart from God? In this expository sermon from Genesis 4:17–24, Pastor Ben Smith examines the story of Cain and his descendants to reveal the danger of success and achievement that lacks divine blessing.
Even impressive accomplishments—building cities, expanding families, or achieving worldly success—can be purposeless and empty when disconnected from God’s presence. Purposeless Prosperity challenges believers to recognize the distractions of busyness and foolish confidence and points them toward pursuing lasting purpose in Christ.
Key Themes:
How prosperity without God distracts from true spiritual priorities
The danger of busyness and achievements that build nothing eternal
Recognizing foolish confidence and reliance on human strength
Pursuing purpose and fulfillment in Christ alone
Includes:
Format: Digital PDF
Length: 21 pages
Page Size: 6.5 x 8.5 in.
Scripture Text: Genesis 4:17–24
Series: Genesis
Author: Ben Smith, Sr.
Usage: For personal study, teaching, or ministry preparation (see copyright permissions included in the document)
Use this resource to preach, teach, or study the timeless truth:
This sermon resource uncovers the emptiness of success without God, helping pastors, teachers, and individual believers examine worldly achievements, recognize spiritual distractions, and focus on lasting purpose in Christ. Ideal for study, teaching, or sermon preparation, these pulpit notes provide biblical insight, practical application, and theological clarity.
Download includes:
✔️ Printable PDF format
✔️ Ready-to-preach sermon outline
✔️ Fill-in-the-blank outline handout
✔️ Reflection questions for spiritual growth and group discussion
Purposeless Prosperity – Sermon Pulpit Notes (Genesis 4:17–24)
PDF Download
What does it mean to prosper apart from God? In this expository sermon from Genesis 4:17–24, Pastor Ben Smith examines the story of Cain and his descendants to reveal the danger of success and achievement that lacks divine blessing.
Even impressive accomplishments—building cities, expanding families, or achieving worldly success—can be purposeless and empty when disconnected from God’s presence. Purposeless Prosperity challenges believers to recognize the distractions of busyness and foolish confidence and points them toward pursuing lasting purpose in Christ.
Key Themes:
How prosperity without God distracts from true spiritual priorities
The danger of busyness and achievements that build nothing eternal
Recognizing foolish confidence and reliance on human strength
Pursuing purpose and fulfillment in Christ alone
Includes:
Format: Digital PDF
Length: 21 pages
Page Size: 6.5 x 8.5 in.
Scripture Text: Genesis 4:17–24
Series: Genesis
Author: Ben Smith, Sr.
Usage: For personal study, teaching, or ministry preparation (see copyright permissions included in the document)
Use this resource to preach, teach, or study the timeless truth:
This sermon resource uncovers the emptiness of success without God, helping pastors, teachers, and individual believers examine worldly achievements, recognize spiritual distractions, and focus on lasting purpose in Christ. Ideal for study, teaching, or sermon preparation, these pulpit notes provide biblical insight, practical application, and theological clarity.
Download includes:
✔️ Printable PDF format
✔️ Ready-to-preach sermon outline
✔️ Fill-in-the-blank outline handout
✔️ Reflection questions for spiritual growth and group discussion
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