Sermons on Bridle:

Storm Warning Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 25, 2008

A lull before the BIG storm - What the church has failed to do for 2,000 years will be accomplished quickly during the tribulation. Link inc. to formatted text, audio & video, and PowerPoint Presentation.

Storm Warning Matthew 24:14; Revelation 7 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/StormWarning.html Our text tells of the gospel reaching all the earth in a short period of time. What the church has failed to do for 2,000 years will be accomplished quickly during the tribulation. Signs of the times are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:14

Denomination: Baptist

8 Principles For Personal Prosperity In 2008

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Jan 28, 2008

Rarely does anyone stumble into success! Success comes when one plans, prepares and is persistent about it! Learn how to be personally prosperous in your walk with God!

Tomorrow night at 11:59 pm, over one billion people all across the world will be watching as the “ball” drops in New York City’s Times Square. That got me to wondering about the history of the New Year’s Eve “ball” and what I discovered was intriguing: • The 1st “time-ball” was installed on top of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Middle

Contributed by Graeme Saunders on Nov 3, 2013

what happen in the middle of the journey, the start is full excitement and the end is full of joy because you achieved the end. The middle is the hardest part of the journey, it is where the frustration happens and discouragement sets in.

The middle INTRODUCTION A few months ago we were setting goals and visions for the year, we were so excited and full of anticipation for what is going to happen, for some of us it is going well and we are on track just pushing to get to the next level, for others it is not going well at all and we ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:11-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Proverbs 21 - On Life And Conduct Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jun 24, 2013

A verse by verse look at Proverbs chapter 21.

Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Twenty One We will now look at Proverbs chapter twenty one: On Life and Conduct 1 The king's heart is like channels of water in the hand of the Lord; He turns it wherever He wishes. Proverbs 21:1 (NASB) It is good for all of us to remember – it is God ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Watch What You Say Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Oct 19, 2012

Your tongue affects every part of your Christian walk. You must learn to control it.

October 21, 2012 Morning Worship Text: James 3:1-12 Subject: Taming the Tongue - James Part 5 Title: Watch What You Say We continue in our study of the Book of James. Today James continues with a topic he began in 1:26, If anyone considers himself religious and yet does not keep a tight rein ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Scorners And Fools

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 28, 2014

To show in a negative sense that scoffers will only earn judgement in this life and fools will get a beating.

I. EXORDIUM: Is the HOLY SPIRIT Your Teacher? Is JESUS Your Teacher? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show in a negative sense that scoffers will only earn judgement in this life and fools will get a beating. IV. TEXT: Proverbs 19:29 (Amplified Bible) 19:29 Judgements ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 19:29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Song Of Salvation Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 21, 2016

This song of praise celebrates that day of Christ's coming, both Christ’s first and second coming.

Isaiah 12:1-6 Song of Salvation 4/29/01e D. Marion Clark Introduction It is delightful to come upon a hymn of unabashed praise to God. Isaiah has been presenting a vision of the day when God’s kingdom will usher forth. We’ve seen how Jesus in his first coming fulfilled the prophecy ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 12:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Sacrifice Of Fools

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Oct 4, 2017

Eccl 5:1 Guard your steps when you go to the house of God. To draw near to listen is better than to offer the sacrifice of fools, for they do not know that they are doing evil. What is the sacrifice of fools?

THE SACRIFICE OF FOOLS Ecclesiastes 5:1 Christians have nearly abandoned the word "fool," and replaced it with various synonyms. The reason is found in Matthew 5:22, where Jesus says, "...whoever shall say, 'You fool,' shall be guilty enough to go into the hell of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:10-13, Proverbs 14:7, Romans 1:21-23, Matthew 23:17, Romans 12:16, Romans 12:3, 1 Samuel 15:1-23, Leviticus 10:9-10, Leviticus 6:13, Leviticus 10:1-3, Genesis 4:3-5, 1 Corinthians 15:35-37, Hebrews 13:16, James 1:26-27, Ephesians 5:15-17, Romans 12:1, Ecclesiastes 5:1-20, 1 Corinthians 15:12, Proverbs 29:11, Proverbs 20:3, Proverbs 18:6-7, Proverbs 18:2, Proverbs 15:5, Proverbs 12:15, Proverbs 10:18, Proverbs 1:22, Proverbs 1:7, Matthew 5:22, Matthew 15:3-9, Isaiah 29:13-14, Isaiah 1:11-15, Proverbs 26:1-5, Ecclesiastes 5:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Keep The Faith Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jan 11, 2014

The theme of James is more than patience through trials. James is exhorting us to stay FAITHFUL in the face of PERSECUTION. He is exhorting us to KEEP the FAITH.

There’s a familiar story about the new bride who is cooking a big family dinner. As the ladies are gathered in the kitchen, the bride puts the roast in the pan and asks her mother why we always cut the end of the roast and put it in another pan? They ask grandma who says, “well honey, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Word Of Encouragement

Contributed by Pastor David T. Diskin on Aug 1, 2012

Everyone needs encouragement. See what God's Word has to say about this topic of Encouragement.

A Word of Encouragement Pray. This morning I want to speak on the topic of Encouragement. I personally believe it is the most essential ingredient , other than Jesus Christ, in the life of every believer. Encouragement keeps people moving forward. Encouragement keeps people feeling ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

26 Essential Benefits Of The Gospel Of Christ

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 4, 2012

Twenty-five essential benefits of the gospel of Christ

Twenty-six essential benefits of the gospel of Christ Cal Thomas Quotation - The most syndicated journalist in the U.S.A., Cal Thomas, was asked why is there not more improvement in the character, conditions and general well being of Americans? "I believe many people talk about the problems in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Eternal Gospel Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on May 12, 2012

The eternal gospel is more about God than it is about us. And it isn't good news for everyone.

What is the gospel? Is it really good news, or is it something more? The answer to that question is important because if we get it wrong it’ll affect two things: the message we give people who don’t yet know Jesus, and more importantly whether we think it matters whether they hear about ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Pouring Out Of The Bowl Judgments Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on May 23, 2012

There is a big difference between the bowl judgments and the other judgments. The seal judgments and the trumpet judgments will be limited judgments. But the bowl judgments are total judgment. The bowl judgments will stop man’s ungodly ways upon earth.

At the end of the world, right at the close of the period of history that the Bible calls the great tribulation there is judgment coming to this earth. There are three judgments during the last days of human history. 1. The seven seal judgments 2. The seven trumpet judgments. 3. The seven bowl ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 16:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Think Before You Speak - Sermon Body Series

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Aug 9, 2011

Using the letters T H I N K, we apply biblical truth related to our tongue. God has used this sermon in surprising ways. When I preach it, I use the five fingers of my hand to represent each letter of the alliteration. Some of our members have given feedb

Using the acronym THINK, try to ask these 5 questions before you speak. T – True Is it True? Remember this rule about gossip: “The more interesting it is, the more likely it is to be false.” ILLUS: If I counsel a couple, and listen to only one side and then make my judgment, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:2-4, Proverbs 12:18

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Practical Christian Living Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 30, 2014

~Paul tells the believers in Colossi to love heavenly things; set your hearts and minds on things above --

#8~Col. 3:1-11 ~IN THIS CHAPTER, PAUL BEGINS DEALING WITH PRACTICAL CHRISTIAN LIVING~ 1-12-14 We'll be in chapter 3: today, but to help us get connected back up with our thought line let's read: ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist