Sermons on Abundant Life Passion Obedience:

Unmasking The Hypocrite Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 16, 2008

Jesus did something no one else had done...He stood up to the religious bullies that were leading people astray. There’s much we can learn about hypocrisy here. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint.

Unmasking the Hypocrite Matthew 23:1-39 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/UnmaskingHypocrite.html This is Jesus’ last public message before He dies on the cross. It is stunning...a scathing denunciation of false religion and hypocrisy. Let’s set the scene: Jesus is speaking to 3 groups of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-39

Denomination: Baptist

Good Minister Of Christ Jesus

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 3, 2013

To enumerate from the Bible how to be a good minister of CHRIST.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a good minister of CHRIST JESUS? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate from the Bible how to be a good minister of CHRIST. IV. TEXT: 1 Timothy 4:6 (Amplified Bible) If you lay all these instructions before the brethren, you will be a worthy ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

A "Commencement" Address

Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 4, 2013

This lesson is an overview of Genesis 1-6 based on "The Story" by Zondervan. This Lesson explores beginnings of creation; man; sin; and redemption.

1. Creation and Science An astronomer named Allan Sandage was an atheist until he was 50. He said he was nagged by mysteries whose answers were not to be found in the stars. One of those mysteries: Why is there something rather than nothing? Sandage began to despair of answering that question ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lord Said Go!

Contributed by Clay Gentry on Sep 11, 2013

There are times when the Lord said wait. There are other times when He said GO! In this lesson we'll explore some of our Lord's GO! commands.

Many times in the scriptures the Lord commands His people to wait. Such passages as Psalms 27:14 “Wait on the Lord… Wait I say on the Lord!” or the words of Habakkuk 2:1 when prophet said “I will stand my watch…” and wait for the Lord. We understand the value ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:41

Denomination: *other

Sabbath And Hearing God

Contributed by Greg Nance on Oct 9, 2012

There is a lot of debate about the Sabbath day and our responsibility to keep it. One thing is sure, God wants us to stop and listen to Him regularly.

Deut. 5:12 “Observe the Sabbath day by keeping it holy, as the Lord your God has commanded you. 13 Six days you shall labor and do all your work, 14 but the seventh day is a sabbath to the Lord your God. On it you shall not do any work, neither you, nor your son or daughter, nor your male or ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Oh So Shallow

Contributed by Craig Benner on Jul 27, 2011

Is it okay to be a shalllow christian? It makes it so much easier to "fit in" to our modern society and of course, requires less commitment.

Shallowness 1 Co. 2:14 to 3:3 (read from Bible) What is your thought or feeling when someone mentions any of the following? -tithing -witnessing -attending church more than once a week -daily Bible reading -family altar time Your response will depend on how rooted you are in Christ. 4 Types of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Anointed

Contributed by Rev. Daniel Panitz on Oct 16, 2012

The is a study on the purpose and history of being anointed.

The Anointed By Reverend Daniel Panitz You know I have heard the word anointed used so much in charismatic arenas that I decided to study the concept further. I have heard it said that this minister or that minister is or is not under the anointing. In Christian circles it appears the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:18-19

Denomination: Charismatic

Lesson 13: Joshua: An Example To Follow

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 17, 2012

Joshua's qualities made him an example to follow.

Series: Learning Victory From Joshua Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 12: God’s Permanent Home October 7, 2012 A. INTRODUCTION: JOSHUA 18:1-3 1. Put first things first, build your church before building your house. a. Attendance. b. Tithe. c. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus: The Embodiment Of God

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 24, 2012

We are going to see one of the most astounding claims ever made and that is that Jesus Christ is the very embodiment of God Himself.

Tonight we are going to see one of the most astounding claims ever made and that is that Jesus Christ is the very embodiment of God Himself. Last week, our last verse we covered in John 14 was verse 7 which says, READ. Tonight we pick it up there. READ 8. Philip’s request was, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas - A Fairy Tale? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 23, 2014

Is the Christmas story a fairy tale? This message suggests that it is not. It is in fact the greatest and truest of all tales.

Ron Walters tells the following story in Preaching magazine. During the 1960s, a phenomenon called “Peanuts” was born. The comic strip began popping up in newspapers across America. It was destination reading. The cartoon’s childlike characters and modest storylines had become the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Can't I Touch God" Lesson 9 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 17, 2017

Why Jesus Doesn't Appear Physically Today

A. INTRODUCTION 1. The 5 windows of the soul: sight, speech, hearing, touch and smell. 2. People ask to experience God by seeing, talking, hearing His voice and touching Him. WHAT TOUCH DOES • A touch satisfies curiosity • Touching gives greater information • Touching ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:12

Denomination: Baptist

Welcome Home

Contributed by C Jordan on Oct 11, 2013

God is an extravagantly loving Father who longs to welcome his children home with a joyful celebration.

WELCOME HOME! INTRO TO TOPIC: Discuss Miley Cyrus & Billy Ray’s response to his prodigal daughter. Billy Ray’s song: “That's what daddy's do, they shield you from the rain, Shelter in the storm, there to ease your pain, Wherever you may roam, what you're going through, Know I'm ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-24

Denomination: *other

Don't Strike The Rock - Speak To It!

Contributed by Vera Hughes on Oct 15, 2013

As a child of God, there is no longer any reason to wonder if God wants to bless you. The waters are flowing from the Rock (Jesus Christ). Because of this eternal truth, we can expect to be blessed, redeemed and healed in every area of our lives.

As a child of God, there is no longer any reason to wonder if God wants to bless you. It was forever settled that issue at the cross. The waters are flowing from the Rock (Jesus Christ). Because of this eternal truth, we can expect to be blessed, redeemed and healed in every area of our lives. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Anniversary Sunday

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Oct 18, 2013

Short sermon preached as part of our church's 50th Anniversary celebration

ANNIVERSARY SUNDAY A man was reading his paper early one morning at the breakfast table. His wife came over to him, gave him a hug, smiled, and said, “I bet you don’t know what today is, do you?” He looked at her and said, “Of course I know what day it is!” and went ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Moroni’s Promise: Is It Biblical? Series

Contributed by Jason Smith on Oct 19, 2013

The faith of the Mormon is based on subjective feelings they say the Spirit gives them when they say a prayer. Does the scripture really work this way to show that the Book of Mormon is the word of God?

Every time a Mormon will try to talk to you, they will share with you 2 texts in the book of Mormon. The first is 3 Nephi 11, which speaks of Jesus’ visiting of the Americas; the second text is what each individual Mormon’s faith is based on: Moroni 10:4 The last so called prophet of ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 10:23-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ