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    Say Nothing

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 31, 2021
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    Does fear keep us from sharing the Good News of the Gospel?

    Mark 16: 1 – 8 / Say Nothing Intro: The little boy was not happy about going to church on Easter Sunday. His new shoes were too tight, his tie pinched his neck and the weather outside was just too beautiful to be cooped up inside . . . so as he sulked in the pew his parents overheard him ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Grand Theft Donkey

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 26, 2021
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    God may be calling us to a task we do not feel worthy to do.

    Grand Theft Donkey Mark 11: 1 - 11 Intro: As I begin the message today, I want you to close your eyes following my directions while using your imagination. Imagine you have finally reached a place in life when you are able to buy the vehicle you have always dreamed of owning. You have that ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Light Vs. Dark

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 11, 2021
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    We are encourage to live in the light of Christ.

    Light Vs. Dark John 3: 14 - 21 Intro: 2 gentlemen were seated next to each other on a plane. One turned to the other, “What do you do?” He answered, “I’m a pastor.” “Oh,” said the 1st man. “I don’t believe in that religious stuff. It’s for kids you know, ‘Jesus love me this I know, for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Out!

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 5, 2021
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    There are things we do that intentionally or subtly tell people they are not welcome.

    Out! John 2: 13 - 22 Intro: There was a woman names Emily Post who was born in the 1870’s. She died in 1960 but, I remember the book she wrote, “Etiquette” which went through 10 editions. This book taught people how to get along “politely” in society. She was quoted as saying, “Manners are a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Making A Difference

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 3, 2021
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    We may be the only "Jesus" some people will ever know.

    Making A Difference Mark 1: 29 - 39 Intro: In December of 1975 I assumed my duties as the Pastor of Memorial Presbyterian Church in South Bend, IN. There were Bibles placed in every pew. I opened one to see what version it was and in huge, red letters these words were stamped inside the front ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    What Is This?

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 28, 2021
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    Are we amazed with the authority of the words of Christ Jesus?

    What Is This? Mark 1: 21 - 28 Intro: Out of necessity, I live in a world of words. Every week, I am expected to produce a string of words from other words that I have read in the Bible and other resources. I wonder sometimes, do you really hear the words? For example: A New York columnist set ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Good News

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 21, 2021
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    The good news is that God's kingdom is in the here and now as well as in the future.

    Good News Mark 1: 14 - 20 Intro: One Sunday morning the Bubba Schmidt family was driving home from church where Bubba had preached a “great” sermon. His 9 year old son, Jon said, “Dad, when I grow up, I’ve decided to be a preacher. Bubba thought that perhaps his message had touched his son. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Follow Me

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 21, 2021
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    God calls everyone to some sort of ministry n a variety of locations.

    Follow Me John 1: 43 - 51 Intro: This morning, I want to talk about evangelism by telling you about 2 fishermen. Fisherman #1 we will call Nate. He went and bought the best fishing rod, reel and bait he could find. He brought them home and went to his backyard swimming pool. There he dropped ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    John And Jesus

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 21, 2021
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    Both John and Jesus were obedient to the calling God gave them.

    John and Jesus Mark 1: 4 - 11 Intro: A young American engineer was sent to Ireland for 2 years by his company. He and his fiancé vowed that upon his return they would be married. As time drug on, the girl became worried that her fiancé would not be able to resist the beautiful Irish ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Light

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 21, 2021
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    Giving a tea light to each member of the church represents Jesus, the Light of the World.

    Light John 1: 10 - 18 Intro: I have given each of you a gift this morning. It is commonly known as a tea light. I have been told that if you are stranded in your car in the cold, it will provide enough heat to keep you warm. It will also provide light. Light cannot be contained. Light has ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Rest Of The Story

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Dec 22, 2020
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    There is more to the story of the birth of Christ Jesus that is often overlooked.

    The Rest Of The Story Luke 2: 22 -40 Intro: I want you to finish the following: “When I was growing up, my dream was . . .” Is there anyone here today doing or having done what you planned on doing when you were a child? What happened to your dreams? Usually, our childhood dreams generally ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Why Me?

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Dec 16, 2020
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    When we are asked to do something we don't want to do, our response is usually, "Why Me?" This is a short homily for a Sunday service following the choir cantata.

    Why Me? Luke 1: 26 - 38 Intro: Have you ever been asked to do something and you ask the person, “How am I going to do that?” Maybe you’ve been chosen to do something and you ask, “WHY ME? PICK SOMEONE ELSE. I Mary is approached by Gabriel, a messenger from God and asked to do something that is ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Prepared

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Nov 5, 2020
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    The delay in the return of Christ Jesus represents the present period lived between the first coming of Jesus and his expected return.

    Prepared Matthew 25:1 - 13 Intro: Almost every Sunday morning I begin my sermon with a cute or funny story. This morning I start with a sad story. Bob and Betty were 2 of my dearest friends in Indiana. A strong, loving example of what a married couple should be. However, this couple was ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Humility Or Hypocrisy

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Oct 30, 2020
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    As followers of Christ Jesus, we should be more concerned about the orientation of our heart and lives than we are about outward appearances.

    Humility or Hypocrisy Matthew 23: 1 - 12 Intro: A story is told of a Texas rancher who met up with a Wisconsin dairy farmer. The 2 men talked about their land & the dairy farmer told the rancher that he operated his farm on 125 acres. The Texan, not to be outdone said, “Yankee, that ain’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    In A Nutshell

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Oct 22, 2020
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    The job of a Christian is to love everything that God loves.

    In A Nutshell Matthew 22: 34 - 46 Intro: A story is told of a rather stout lady with wild hair who came storming into the County Clerk’s office. She slammed the door and thrust a piece of paper at the clerk saying, “Did you or did you not issue this license for me to marry John Jones?” The ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed