Sermons on Builders:

Go! And Stand On Christ, The Firm Foundation 1 Corinthians 3:11 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 22, 2025

Consider a central truth of our faith: Christ is the firm foundation on which we stand. In a world filled with shifting sands, uncertainties, and trials, we are called to stand on the unshakeable, immovable foundation that is Jesus Christ.

Go! And Stand on Christ, the Firm Foundation 1 Corinthians 3:11 Introduction Today, we turn our hearts and minds to a central truth of our faith: Christ is the firm foundation on which we stand. In a world filled with shifting sands, uncertainties, and trials, we are called to stand on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:11, Isaiah 28:16, Ephesians 2:19-20, Hebrews 6:19, Matthew 7:24-25, Psalm 18:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Fivefold Ministry (Ministry Gifts)

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 4, 2025

In Ephesians 4:11, Paul outlines five key ministry gifts—apostle, prophet, evangelist, pastor, and teacher—that work together to equip the saints, build up the body of Christ, and bring unity and maturity.

THE FIVEFOLD MINISTRY (Ministry Gifts) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 4:11 Supporting Texts: Acts 2:42, 1 Corinthians 12:28, Jeremiah 1:5, Amos 3:7, 2 Timothy 4:2, John 21:15-17 INTRODUCTION: God has given the church specific gifts for leadership and spiritual growth. In Ephesians ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Heart After God Series

Contributed by Doug Johnston on Aug 23, 2001

Jesus described the hearts His followers would ideally possess in the Beatitudes, hearts we should strive to build in ourselves

Matthew 5:1-12 (Series Introduction) We must build hearts God favors,as Jesus described. I Seek God (3) ...poor in spirit... Know they don’t know it all Know they need outside help II Mourn Sin’s Results (4) ...they that mourn... Sad from what the see, not proud Give and receive help and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Mindset

Contributed by John Mccormack on Sep 27, 2014

MINDSET IS CRITICAL FOR RESTORATION.

MINDSET OBSERVATION: NEHEMIAH WAS A HIGH OFFICIAL UNDER THE RULE OF KING ARTAXERXES 1 IN THE CAPITAL CITY OF SUSA, NOW MODERN IRAN. THIS KING ALLOWED HIM TO RETURN TO HIS HOMELAND AND REPAIR THE BROKEN DOWN WALLS SURROUNDING JERUSALEM. HE ENCOUNTERED OPPOSITION BY PAGAN TRIBES IN HIS ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:6

Denomination: Baptist

Journeying To Joy Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 30, 2003

Being joyful is more than just being happy. We’ll focus on the true meaning of joy and look at several “joy-busters.”

Journeying to Joy Rev. Brian Bill June 15, 2001 Our family spent this past Wednesday at a Water Park up in God’s Country. We had a blast! There were lots of smiles and laughter. The girls really liked the wave pool and we all enjoyed slides with names like the “Corkscrew,” “Twister,” and ...read more

Scripture: John 16:20-24, Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Baptist

Discover Fatherhood: Becoming God's Man

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 19, 2009

A good father has a significant impact on his family and community

(adapted from a message by Rick Warren) SPECIAL DAY: FATHER’S DAY TEXT: PHILIPPIANS 2:19-30 TITLE: “DISCOVER FATHERHOOD: BECOMING GOD’S MAN” OPEN: A. Top Ten Things You’ll Never hear Dad Say: 10. Well, how about that? I’m lost! Looks like we’ll have to stop and ask ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Building And Battling

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Feb 26, 2007

Some aspects of how the Lord builds great souls. . . Building and Battling.

Building and Battling Luke 14:27-33 KJV And whosoever doth not bear his cross, and come after me, cannot be my disciple. [28] For which of you, intending to build a tower, sitteth not down first, and counteth the cost, whether he have sufficient to finish it? [29] Lest haply, after he hath ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:27-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Rejected Stone Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 20, 2012

Uncovering four foundational truths about the character of God in Jesus' Parable of the Tenants and a corresponding personal lesson we can apply to our lives.

INTRODUCTION The title of this message carries a double meaning. We’re going to learn that Jesus was not only the rejected SON; He was also the rejected STONE. A guy who was crossing the street to visit his neighbor. As he started to cross the street, a car was bearing down on him, so he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46

Denomination: Baptist

Punished For Doing Good Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 3, 2017

A study of the book of Acts 4: 1 - 31

Acts 4: 1 - 31 Punished for doing good 4 Now as they spoke to the people, the priests, the captain of the temple, and the Sadducees came upon them, 2 being greatly disturbed that they taught the people and preached in Jesus the resurrection from the dead. 3 And they laid hands on them, and put them ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Solid Ground In Times Of Change Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Feb 18, 2021

Solid Ground in Times of Change Rerouting: Navigating a Changing World August 9, 2020 – Brad Bailey

Solid Ground in Times of Change Rerouting: Navigating a Changing World August 9, 2020 – Brad Bailey Intro Good morning to each of you who have joined our gathering this morning... and welcome to each of you who may be watching at a later time. If you have ever used a map application... like ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Journey Home

Contributed by Daniel Whetstine on Apr 4, 2020

Throughout this chapter, it speaks of Faith and how needful it is to reach our "Eternal" home. All of the hero's of faith were traveling the same road with the same destination....HOME!

Trouble was brewing in the Jewish community Some Christian Jews were thinking of turning back to Judaism The sacrificial offerings, decorations and elaborate temples appealed to them more than a cross. An ineffectual offering that they could see appealed to them more than an invisible ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

Apostles And Wisdom Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 8, 2018

Some of the combative people in Corinth, who had formed factions, seem to have made more of them than was appropriate, placing them on a pedestal as if they were lords of their faith, and authors of their religion.

September 13, 2012 Commentary on First Corinthians By: Tom Lowe Lesson 2.7: Apostles and Wisdom Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3.5-3.17 1 Cor 3:5-17 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:5-17

Denomination: Baptist

Upon This Rock

Contributed by Mike Turner on Jan 3, 2004

This sermons deals with the building of the church according to Jesus.

Matthew 16:13-18 Upon This Rock I. The Foundation of the Church. Those who teach that Peter was the rock that the church would be built upon err. Jesus says to Peter....”thou are “petrus” ( i.e. a stone, pebble or fragment from a rock.) and upon this “petra”(i.e. a large mass of rock) Peter ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Baptist

8 Days After Christmas

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Dec 25, 2004

At Jesus’ circumcision we see that already He’s having an incredible impact...truly all things are made new. This New Year’s Message focuses on what Simeon did right in his response to the Messiah’s coming. Very helpful outline. Powerpoint at website.

8 Days After Christmas Luke 2:21-28 PowerPoint for this and all our sermons available at http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html Today is the 8th day after Christmas, as it was the 8th in the temple in our text. This is when circumcision would take place, and the naming of the child. Jesus’ name had ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

Homesick For Heaven

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 13, 2004

Focus on Heaven motivates you to action, gives understanding, and produces an attitude of thanksgiving.

Homesick for Heaven Hebrews 11:8-17 INTRODUCTION: Do you remember this old chorus: “This world is not my home, I’m just a passin’ through. My treasures are laid up somewhere beyond the blue. Tthe angels beckon me from Heaven’s open door, and I can’t feel at home in this world ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ