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Struggling But Surviving (Depression) Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 13, 2020

Psalm 42 - 'Struggling But Surviving Depression' - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: Reason for Psalmists depression: • Separation (vs 6) • Attack (vs 3&10) • Grief (vs 3,5 &7) Remedies to the Psalmists depression: • He prays (vs 9) • He affirms (vs 8) • He sings (vs 8) • He preaches (vs 5&11) • He remembers (vs 4) • He thirsts (vs 1-2). SERMON ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

"the First Steps In Rebuilding People"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 21, 2020

From a series on Nehemiah.

Intro: 1st Steps in Rebuilding People Script: Neh. 8 Type: Expos./Series Where: GNBC 3-1-15 Intro: Dr. Paul W. Brand, the noted leprosy expert who was chief of the rehabilitation branch of the Leprosarium in Carville, Lousiana, had a frightening experience one night when he thought he had ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Sanctification Mirror Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Aug 21, 2019

EXAMINATION, may we INTENTLY LOOK at the Word of God. CONSISTENCY, may we CONTINUALLY LOOK for God’s will. ACTION, may we take Christianity seriously and are DOERS of the Word.

MONDAY MORNING QUARTERBACK SERIES THE SANCTIFICATION MIRROR JAMES 1:21-27 #JAMESatCCC THE HUGE IDEA: SANCTIFICATION We use certain words in church that sometimes we don’t necessarily use anywhere else. For example: AMEN “Amen” is used 57 times in the Old and New Testament. It happens to be the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:21-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Singin' The Blues Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 22, 2021

Even the emotion of sadness is given to us by God for our good. But what should we do when sadness turns into despondency and depression? These three biblical examples show us what to do.

A. I came across this humorous list of truths children learn – let me share a few with you. 1. Truth #1: No matter how hard you try, you can’t baptize cats. 2. Truth #2: You can’t trust dogs to watch your food. 3. Truth #3: You can’t hide a piece of broccoli in a glass of milk. 4. Truth #4: The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-4, Psalm 73:26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Overcoming Fear

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Sep 20, 2020

The pandemic has caused us to be fearful of some things. We may be fearful of catching the virus, whether or not my business will stay afloat, etc. This week our church was broken into; that was a scary situation. So what can help us overcome our fears?

OVERCOMING FEAR It’s been said that everybody is afraid of something; whether it be heights, spiders, the dark or something else. If you Google phobias you’ll see that people can be afraid of just about anything. Having a fear or phobia is debilitating. You have TV shows like Fear Factor, where ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:6, Philippians 1:14, Proverbs 29:25, Psalm 118:6, Isaiah 26:3, Romans 15:13, John 14:27, John 16:33, Psalm 23:4, Job 3:26, Psalm 4:8, Psalm 4:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An Oasis Of Love

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 13, 2019

If you want to create an oasis of love in a hostile world, don’t hate like Cain. Instead, love like Christ – give yourself with concrete compassion.

For a little while on a Wednesday afternoon two years ago (July 2017), customers at an ATM in Corpus Christi, Texas, got a curious extra with their cash. Along with a receipt detailing their transaction, they got a little hand-written note. A contractor had been installing a new lock on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Benefits Of Love Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 20, 2019

Choose to love and receive God's assurance to your heart, God's answer to your prayer, and God's abiding presence in your life.

A young bride to be was very nervous on the day before her wedding, so she went to speak with her pastor. “I'm afraid I might not make it through the ceremony properly,” she confessed. The pastor assured her that everything would be fine: “When you enter the church tomorrow and the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:18-24

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Overcoming Empathy Deficit Disorder

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 1, 2019

Our world is becoming a more hate-filled place, where people have less empathy and compassion for others. In contrast to that, the people of God are called to live lives of love, empathy and compassion, because God has loved us and poured His love into our hearts.

A. One day a man was crossing the street to visit his neighbor. 1. As he started to cross the street, a car was bearing down on him, so he stopped and backed up to the curb. 2. The car stopped, so he started to cross, and the car started to move toward him. 3. The man changed direction and went ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-9, Colossians 3:12-14, 1 John 4:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Demanding Widow Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 21, 2019

A Demanding Widow - Luke chapter 18 verses 1-8 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: The Widow in the story: (1) She had an opponent. (2) She couldn’t solve her own problem. (3) She was persistent. (4) She had a genuine need. (5) She got what she wanted. The judge in the story: (1) He didn’t fear God. (2) He didn’t respect man. (3) He was unrighteous. (4) He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Brethren

God Has Abandoned You Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Jul 7, 2025

Even when God feels silent or distant, He has not abandoned us. His presence is constant—even in the pain, even in the silence. The lie says God has walked away; the truth is, He is still with us. Always.

### **Introduction: The Lie That God Has Abandoned Us** Video Ill.: Sermon Bumper 5 There is a belief that has quietly worked its way into hearts and minds for generations — and it still lingers today. It is the belief that God created the universe, yes — but then He stepped back. He set the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5, Psalm 34:18, Isaiah 43:2-3, Romans 8:38-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Work And Rest Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 29, 2024

If you want to enjoy God-honoring, fulfilling work, then work in His power, and rest with His blessing.

John Ortberg tells an old story about a mother who walks in on her six-year-old son and finds him sobbing. “What's the matter?” she asks. ”I've just figured out how to tie my shoes.” “Well, honey, that's wonderful. You're growing up, but why are you crying?” “Because,” he says, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 31:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Selling Salt Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 8, 2025

To serve the Lord effectively, convince others powerfully, consider others according to their potential and characterize Christ properly.

In his book Led by the Carpenter, D. James Kennedy writes: A man walked into a little mom-and-pop grocery store and asked, “Do you sell salt?” “Ha!” said Pop the proprietor. “Do we sell salt! Just look!” And Pop showed the customer one entire wall of shelves stocked with nothing but salt: Morton ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:11-21

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Songs We Sing: "he Lives" Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 4, 2025

This hymn brings me to two very important questions: #1 Since Jesus is alive, what is He doing? #2 What if I don’t feel Him in my heart?

SONGS WE SING: HE LIVES John 14:1-6, Hebrews 9:11-15, Psalm 139:7-8 #helives SING ‘HE LIVES’ SERIES INTRODUCTION This morning we are continuing a sermon series that will go from now until right before Easter. The series is called: “The Songs We Sing.” Part of worshipping God is singing. It has ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6, Hebrews 9:11-15, Psalm 139:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bread And Light Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 28, 2024

If you want God to feel at home with you, eat the bread that He offers and bask in His light. In other words, receive Jesus into the core of your being, because Jesus is that bread and Jesus is that light.

One Sunday morning an old cowboy entered a church just before services were to begin. Although the old man and his clothes were spotlessly clean, he wore jeans, a denim shirt, and boots that were very worn and ragged. In his hand he carried a worn-out old hat and an equally worn-out Bible. The ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:23-40, Leviticus 24:5-9, 1 Peter 2:9, Revelation 3:20, John 6:48, John 6:51, 1 Peter 2:2, Revelation 21:22-24, John 1:4-5, John 1:9-12, John 3:19-20, John 8:12, Isaiah 53:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

"testing The Teachers"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jul 20, 2024

This is from a series on I John

Title: “Testing Teachers” Scripture: I John 4:1-6 Type: Expository Series Where: GNBC 7-21-24 Intro: The last weekend of September, Carol and I are planning on going to my high school reunion in my hometown of Marion, IN. While there I hope to see many of my old buddies. While there I am sure ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible