Sermons on beleive in the lord:

You Gotta Take A Stand

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 24, 2001

Sometimes God calls us to take a stand for Him even as Daniel had to do.

You Gotta Take A Stand 3/29/98 Joshua 24:14-24 Ephesians 6:10-20 Daniel 6 LaKeisha is an eighth grade Christian. She’s new to the school and desperately wants to make some friends. By the end of the week, she’s invited into one of the more popular cliques. She’s thrilled. One day the six ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-29, Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Did Jesus Really Rise From The Dead? Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on May 14, 2001

Six historical facts surrounding Jesus’ death, six alternate explanations, and compelling evidence to believe the resurrection of Jesus best explains these six facts.

When I was a junior in high school (quite a few years ago!), one of my best friends became a Christian. Because I was an atheist at the time and because my friend Paul had been one of my partying buddies, I gave him a really hard time about his newfound faith in Jesus. I remember going up to him ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Submit?? Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jun 4, 2002

The marriage relationship according to Paul

Submit?? Eph. 5:21-6:9 Steve Simala Grant, Nov. 10/11, 2001 Context: Our journey through Ephesians brings us to a passage that is extremely practical, yet difficult for us to hear today. It is one that I believe has been misinterpreted and misapplied at many points throughout history, and thus ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Freedom, The Grand Proposition (Part Two) Series

Contributed by Robert Odle on Jun 7, 2002

The second part of a two part look at Paul’s Grand Proposition in Galatians (2:15-21).

Freedom, The Grand Proposition (Part Two) (Galatians 2:17-21) Theme: Faith is the SOURCE of justification and the STANDARD by which justified human beings are to live out their lives. Purpose: What do I want to happen in the hearer when I preach this sermon? A. Increased knowledge. After I ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:17-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Someone Turned The Lights On Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on May 29, 2002

Jesus has given us purpose.

SOMEONE TURNED THE LIGHTS ON Acts 26:1-18 S: Celebrate Jesus Th: Evangelism: JESUS BROKE THE POWER OF DARKNESS SO ALL CAN LIVE IN THE LIGHT. Pr: JESUS HAS GIVEN US PURPOSE. ?: What? What is our purpose? KW: Objectives TS: We will find in our study of Acts 26:16-18, three objectives we are to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Snare Of Freedom Series

Contributed by David Holderman on Jul 23, 2004

When the U.S. left Godly paths and principles and wrote and legislated God out of existence, we merely gained prodigal freedom. If we are ever to regain Godly freedom, we must return to our beginning foundation: God!

Purpose: When the U.S. left Godly paths and principles and wrote and legislated God out of existence, we merely gained prodigal freedom. If we are ever to regain Godly freedom, we must return to our beginning foundation: God! Introduction: Once upon a time… (Tell the narrative of the prodigal ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Your Spouse Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Jun 17, 2005

Part 1 in series "Succeeding Where Success Matters Most," this message attempts to establish a spiritual context for marriage, and looks at the controversial topic of divorce.

Succeeding Where Success Matters Most – Your Spouse Wildwind Community Church David Flowers June 12, 2005 At this moment I am seeing three couples for pre-marital counseling. If you asked them they’d tell you that I’m extremely strict about making sure all couples complete a minimum seven-week ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:31-32

Denomination: Free Methodist

An Inquiring Mind Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jun 25, 2005

2nd in a four part character study on the life of John the Baptist.

"AN INQUIRING MIND" MATTHEW 11:1-11 INTRODUCTION: Peter Parker, a.k.a., Spiderman has reached a crisis. It seems that his life is falling apart, nothing seems to be going right. He’s been fired from work, he’s failing at school and even struggling in his relationships. Worst of all, as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-11

Denomination: Christian Church

Do Not Be Deceived - God Is Not Mocked Part 3: Abortion Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 2, 2008

This message focuses on abortion.

Do Not Be Deceived – God Is Not Mocked Part 3: Abortion Scripture: Galatians 6:7; Exodus 20:13; 21:22-23; Psalm 139:13-16 Introduction God has said: “Thou shall not kill!” (Exodus 20:13) “Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you, and before you were born I consecrated you…..” ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sword Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 1, 2008

63rd in a series from Ephesians. The sword of the Spirit requires using specific Scriptures in specific circumstances.

There certainly shouldn’t be any doubt by now that those of us who are followers of Jesus Christ are in a serious and difficult battle with the evil one. But if any of you discount the seriousness of that battle, the sixth and final piece of the armor of God should dispel any such doubts. Although ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Denomination: Baptist

The Long Way Home

Contributed by Charles Scott on Dec 17, 2007

The Flight into Egypt by the Holy Family reminds us that that our spiritual journey home is a long one, often through dangerous territory and requires reliance on God to be successful.

THE LONG WAY HOME MATTHEW 2 13—21 THE LONG WAY HOME Sometimes, when we were young, we used to take the long way home, just to enjoy the scenery and the companionship. Christmas is about a lot of things, but it is at least about getting back home. We sing about it: “I’ll be home for Christmas, if ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-21

Denomination: Anglican

Time And Eternity: Cast Away Series

Contributed by J John on Dec 20, 2007

I remember day-dreaming in a boring lecture at theological college one day, when the lecturer stopped and asked, ’Mr John, will you tell me why you keep looking at your watch?’ I had to think quickly. ’Yes, sir,’ I said. ’I was concerned that you might no

--note-- 2000, Dreamworks Director: Robert Zemeckis Starring: Tom Hanks, Helen Hunt - - - - - I remember day-dreaming in a boring lecture at theological college one day, when the lecturer stopped and asked, ’Mr John, will you tell me why you keep looking at your watch?’ I had to think quickly. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:15-18

Denomination: *other

New Balance

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 7, 2007

5 areas of our personal lives that are like bad photos--They are OVER-EXPOSED and UNDER-DEVELOPED. "How to find a Biblical Balance in life." Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Presentation.

New Balance http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/NewBalance.html Ecclesiastes 3:1 To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: 1 Corinthians 14:33 For God is not the author of confusion [disorder], but of peace… Proverbs 28:2 …by a man of understanding and ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Miracle Of Restored Joy

Contributed by Brian Harvison on Apr 5, 2008

Maybe you are here this morning and you’ve lost some of your joy,We read here in John how Jesus restored joy to those who attended a marriage celebration in Cana.

The Miracle of Restored Joy John 2:1-11 A young couple very much in love were getting married in church. However, Sue the wife was very nervous about the big occasion and so the Pastor chose one verse that he felt would be a great encouragement to them. 1 John 4:18 which says “There is no fear in ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Becoming A Community Series

Contributed by Daniel Richter on May 29, 2008

All the believers were together and had everything in common...

Becoming a Community Last week we began a series on the early church. A group of Christians that were on fire for Christ and who were committed to each other and to the spreading of the gospel, no matter what it took. We read a description of this church in Acts chapter 2 that I want to read for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance