Sermons on Abide In Me:

Where Is Your Story Taking You?

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jan 24, 2009

The Kingdom of God must be the thread that is woven throughout our stories.

20090125 Web Site Title: Where is your story taking you? Text: Mark 1:14-20 (14-15) The Big Idea: Jesus invites us to aspire to be Kingdom people. Introduction: I am reading The Power of Story by Jim Loehr. He defines story as, “the tales we create and tell ourselves and others… [however] ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Going Forward With God Series

Contributed by Joel Smith on Jan 24, 2009

A rather mediocre sermon about Jacob’s facinating encounter with God at the Jabbok. The so-so title tells it all.

If you take the Bible seriously, it’s quite a frustrating book. Within its pages are outrageous commands like “be holy” (1 Peter 1:16) and “offer the parts of your body to [God] as instruments of righteousness” (Romans 6:13). Jesus laid a heavy burden on us when He said, “…be perfect, just as ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Why The Inner Circle Fights

Contributed by Raymond Watson on Jan 27, 2009

Did you ever run into difficulty with those that are close to you? Did you ever think that you were the only one that this happened to. Well you are not alone, that same thing happened to Moses and the God’s Word can show light on why this happens.

There have been many times that leaders have faced criticism from those that are closest to them. Just when things seem to be going right a left hook, out of nowhere puts things out of whack. There are many times that the leader looks to stop and give up. Others put on determination and ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Dawning Of The Kingdom Of God Series

Contributed by Nigel Heath on Feb 8, 2009

A sermon describing the events for Israel in the 400 years between the Old Testament and New Testament and how this shaped their understanding of the meaning of the Kingdom of God.

8.2.09 THE DAWNING OF THE KINGDOM OF GOD Matt 3:1-12 INTRO Less than a month ago the new president if the United States, Barack Obama took office. What has been the verdict so far? The general opinion is ‘so far so good’. In such a short space of time he has planned the closure of the Guantanamo ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Cataclysm Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 19, 2009

Several of the most controversial and critical questions of our existence are answered in the Noah story. Great visuals help illustrate! Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

Cataclysm Genesis 6-9 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Cataclysm.html We’ll attempt to answer some controversial questions from our text: i) Who were the “sons of God” and the “daughters of men”? ii) What was the physical earth like before the Flood? iii) Why did people live so long before the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Changing World

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Feb 21, 2009

Many changes have occurred in the world, but the greatest change needs to take place in man’s heart.

Text: “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever” (Hebrews 13:8). When God created the heavens and the earth change took place. God liked change, so then He created two great lights, one to rule the day and the other to rule the night. In addition to the two great lights, God ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-18

Denomination: Christian Church

No Worries

Contributed by Monty Newton on May 21, 2008

We can fully trust God who created us and cares for us.

Title: No Worries… Text: Matthew 6:24-34 Thesis: We can fully trust God who created us and cares for us. Introduction Let’s look at a clip to start us thinking as we begin. (Play Clip: worshiphousemedia.com Clip: Matthew 6: Do Not Worry) That clip is a powerful reminder that God wants us to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:25-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discover How To Build Your Life

Contributed by Michael Luke on May 23, 2008

Instructions from Jesus on how to build your life - used on Sunday we honored our graduates

SPECIAL DAY: HONORING OF GRADUATES TEXT: MATTHEW 7:24-29 TITLE: “DISCOVER HOW TO BUILD YOUR LIFE” OPEN: A. In just a few short weeks, the Class of 2008 will be graduating --We’re glad that each of you are here this morning and that we get the opportunity to honor your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Galatians, Survey Series

Contributed by Eldron Gill on May 26, 2008

Survey of Galatians

Survey of Galatians Galatians 1:1-10 On July 19, 2007 Taliban militants abducted and took hostage 23 South Korean Christian aid workers -- most of them women -- as they traveled on a bus in Ghazni province in eastern Afghanistan. Because their demands were not met, the kidnappers later executed ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Galatians 1:1-10 , What Is The Gospel? Series

Contributed by Eldron Gill on May 26, 2008

Galatians 1:1-10 , What is the gospel?

What is the gospel? Galatians 1:1-10 ? What must I do to be saved? - Is salvation a combination of my good works and Jesus? - Is salvation 90% of what God does and 10% what I do? - Do I need Jesus and to keep the 10 commandments? - Am I required to be baptized and join the church to be ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Strengthening Disciples' Souls Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on May 30, 2008

Exposition of Acts 14:21-28 about the return trip of Paul’s first miss journey, and the things that he did to ensure the growth of the early disciples

Text: Acts 14:21-28, Title: Strengthening Disciples’ Souls, Date/Place: NRBC, 6/1/08, AM A. Opening illustration: tell about hearing Piper preach in April and the conversation that I had with Erika immediately following about it being “soul food,” just “vintage Piper,” but so stirring and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

Stewards Of God�s Grace Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on May 31, 2008

Peter summarizes the 4 basic things for a Christian to do (pray, love one another, hospitality, and using our gifts to serve one another).

Throughout Peter�s letter he has been teaching Christian believers how to live as strangers in this world since we are now citizens of God�s kingdom, heaven. Peter gives God�s wisdom on how we as Christians live in a culture which doesn�t share our values, and is perhaps even opposed to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Visión Y Propósito Series

Contributed by Fernando Ocampo on Jun 3, 2008

¿Por qué a los miembros de la iglesia nos es difícil comprender los propósitos de Dios?

Una de las primeras cosas que mi esposa y yo hicimos al llegar a Cali, Colombia, fue buscar una iglesia en la cual servir. Después de casi tres meses visitamos una Iglesia la cual tenía una misión en las afueras de la ciudad. Percibimos del Señor unirnos a esa iglesia y trabajar en la misión. Lo ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

Worship Today Series

Contributed by Timothy Darling on Jun 4, 2008

Worship today is internal rather than geographical. It is constant.

Worship today John 4:19-24 The original worship must have been amazing. Eve and Adam, surrounded by the Garden of Eden, something between a botanical garden and an orchard. Discussions at dusk of keeping trees, naming animals, new things they tried, and gratitude for the bounty and beauty they ...read more

Scripture: John 4:19-24

Denomination: Mennonite

Laus Deo - Monumental Faith, Monumental Praise

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 30, 2008

This Week we celebrate our independence. Independence from WHAT? Our Nation’s Capital is filled with reminders, but to many it remains a secret.

6.29.08 LAUS DEO - Monumental Faith, Monumental Praise By William Akehurst, HSWC Psalm 33:12 This Week we celebrate our independence. Independence from WHAT? Our Nation’s Capital is filled with reminders, but to many it remains a secret. Basic outline Psalm 33:12 Blessed is the nation whose God ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational