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The Ideal Servant Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 4, 2009

Spiritual power, perseverance, purpose, and parenting made Paul the ideal servant to those he was leading. And we are all called to be servants. Link inc. to formatted text and PowerPoint.

The Ideal Servant I Thessalonians 2:1-12 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/IdealServant.html Being a servant is a calling. And you have that call. Preachers are called, but you are called as well. Preachers go ‘calling’. Once a minister went to call on one of the elderly widows of the church. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Journeying With Jesus Through Lent #2: ‘by The Way Of The Cross' Series

Contributed by Michael B. Perrott on Mar 3, 2009

A SERMON FOR THE SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT 2009. We reflect upon the free gift of God, more precious and valuable than any other: the redeeming, atoning, justifying act of Jesus.

Mark 8:27-38 and Romans 3:21-26 ’Journeying with Jesus through Lent #2: ‘By the Way of the Cross’’ Sermon Series: Lent 2009 Those of us who like to watch quiz shows on TV may remember a show (in the UK running from 1965-88) from some years ago called ‘Call my Bluff’ (only running in the US from ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Stand Up For Jesus Series

Contributed by James ( Jim ) Highland on Sep 13, 2010

Preparing to give our witness for Jesus

Stand Up for Jesus Acts 25:23-27; 26:1-8; 24-29 In the opening chapter of the Book of Acts, Jesus gave this assignment to His disciples, “You shall be my witnesses” (Acts 1:8). He knew that unless they did become witness of the gospel, His life, death and resurrection would be in vain ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

You Belong Series

Contributed by James E. Parks on Sep 27, 2010

This message is to remind us to grow in our fellowship with one another.

We continue our 40 day focus on community. Last week we talked about our calling to reach out to others together. We are called to be mindful of opportunities to reach out with the love of Christ. That is a purpose God has for us together. The purpose we are focusing on today is fellowship. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: United Methodist

What To Do When Offenses Come Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Oct 3, 2010

Jesus warned us that offenses would come, and that they would destroy friendships. Therefore, we need to learn how to forgive, to escape the trap of offense.

FACE TO FACE #3: WHEN OFFENSES COME REVIEW: Week #1: In this social networking generation, let us not forget the most important and basic component of healthy, intimate relationships: speaking face to face. • “So the Lord spoke to Moses face to face, as a man speaks to his friend.” (Ex. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:7

Denomination: *other

Give Thanks

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Oct 7, 2010

Of the 10 lepers only one returned to give thanks. Thankfulness is remembering, returning and living to give thanks.

GIVE THANKS A man writing at the post office desk was approached by an older fellow who had a post card in his hand. The old man said, "Sir, could you please address this post card for me?" The man gladly did so, and he agreed to write a short message on the post card, and he even signed it for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-19

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Presence Of Joy Series

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Jan 24, 2009

How joyous will our lives be at the end of life’s journey? This is one of the most probing and personal questions that could be asked of every single one of us here today!

Robert Robinson was just a small boy when his dad died, and this meant that he had to go to work while still very young. Without a father to guide him, he fell in with bad crowd of friends. One day his gang harassed a drunken gypsy. Pouring more whiskey into her, they demanded she tell their ...read more

Scripture: John 15:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

Forgiveness

Contributed by Darrin Fish on Oct 3, 2009

When we learn what to avoid, when we forgive, We will not only set others free, but we will also set ourselves free, And then we can have the abundant life that Christ promised, both now and forever

2 weeks ago I said God loves us, • And because of that we can love ourselves, • And in turn we can love others. But in order for us to love others, we need to be able to Forgive others. • Because everyone of us has already been forgiven through Jesus. • When He became our sacrifice . . He paid ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:19-21

Denomination: Christian Church

Defeating Redesigning Powers

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Apr 17, 2009

God has created everyone uniquely. Everything you need to succeed has been incorporated into your life on the day you were created .God has an original intention for your life; He has something written about you. God has a specific blueprint for all the h

DEFEATING REDESIGNING POWERS By Dr. D. K. Olukoya Mathew 19:12 says, “For there are some eunuchs, which were born from their mother’s womb; and there are some eunuchs, which were made eunuchs ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Gospel Of Grace Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Feb 1, 2010

The gospel of grace (1) is from God, (2) changes lives, and (3) leads to ministry.

[If you would like to receive weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] AN OUTLINE OF GALATIANS Paul’s letter to the Galatians can be broken into three basic parts: • BIOGRAPHY (chapters 1-2) • THEOLOGY (chapters 3-4) • ETHICS (chapters 5-6) Paul is ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

Words Of Wisdom

Contributed by Michael B. Perrott on Nov 1, 2008

Jesus’ words about servanthood are a call for the church to offer freedom to those that are suffering with ’Heavy burdens, hard to bear’

Matthew 23:1-12 ‘Words of Wisdom’ 1. In my study I have a pin-board on the wall, with notes of things I need to do (and should have done!) and with schedules for meetings, preaching rotas, lists of lectionary readings – and most importantly (amongst all the day-to-day things) my ‘Words of Wisdom’ ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

David's Repentance Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Nov 12, 2008

How to repent

David’s Repentance 2 Samuel 11-12 Psalm 51 Tell the Story David in Jerusalem Bathsheba on roof Uriah David marries B Nathan’s story – Poor man with pet sheep… “You are the Man” “I have sinned against the Lord” I think that we all get to that point in our faith at one time or another – ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-19

Denomination: *other

Ready - Or Not? #1 Series

Contributed by Michael B. Perrott on Nov 26, 2008

A SERMON FOR THE FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT Jesus says to keep watch, keep awake - to be ready and prepared. A call to put our spiritual ’house’ in order to welcome him.

Mark 13:24-37 A TIME OF CELEBRATION IS AT HAND! Yes, a time of celebration is at hand – a new year begins today! “But”, I hear you say, “hang on a sec! It isn’t January 1st, it’s November 30!” Ah, true it is, but just the same, a new year begins today! The Church’s new year, that is. Today ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

On The Move

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Sep 4, 2009

Allowing Christ to tearing down he walls between church and unchurched.

On the move Folks we “royal we” have since Easter been hearing about the importance of vision. A vision that is based on scripture and ultimately looks outside the walls of the physical church. Most recently we have been considering who is our neighbor..or more precisely how to be a neighbor to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:14-22

Denomination: Congregational

May God's Spirit Lead Us To Be Honest About Our Temptations

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Feb 9, 2008

A sermon for the First Sunday in Lent, Series A

1st Sunday in Lent, February 10, 2008, “Series A” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Almighty God, your Son fasted for 40 days in the wilderness, and was tempted as we are, but remained faithful to you and to his mission to redeem ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran