Sermons on Civil Rebellion:

Parable Of The Pearl Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 24, 2007

The church is God’s Pearl of Great Price. How the pearl was WROUGHT, how it was SOUGHT, and how it was BOUGHT. Link included to formatted text for entire series, audio, and PowerPoint Template.

Parable of the Pearl Matthew 13:45-46 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Pearl.html This parable is going to sound a whole lot like the previous one we just studied on the hidden treasure, but with a great twist and special illustration that I know will be a blessing to you. Common misinterpretation: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:45-46

Denomination: Baptist

Your Environment Doesn’t Dictate Your Direction Series

Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Jul 26, 2022

In this lesson, we will examine the variety of lessons learned by Adam and Eve, as well as by every parent, from the heartbreaking decisions made by Cain.

Introduction: We have already seen the impact of Adam’s fatal decision, which plunged mankind into sin, as well as the effect of the curse upon the lives of Adam and Eve. In this lesson, we will examine the variety of lessons learned by Adam and Eve, as well as by every parent, from the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Freedom Is Never Free Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 10, 2018

Galatians 3:23-4:3 shows how “Freedom is Never Free” with the sacrifice of Christ achieving liberation from sin and death, as seen through humanity’s :1) Collective Bondage (Galatians 3:23-24), 2) Individual Freedom Galatians 3:25-27), 3) Collective Freedom (Galatians 3:28-4:3)

During the Second World War, Nazi forces occupied Czechoslovakia, Austria Poland, Denmark, Norway, Belgium, the Netherlands, France, the Channel Islands, the Soviet Union, and Italy, (https://www.warhistoryonline.com/world-war-ii/11-countries-invaded-nazi-germany-invaded.html). In this occupation, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:23-29, Galatians 4:1-3

Denomination: Other

Meditation 101

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 19, 2013

1) The Confidence in Meditation (Psalm 4:1–3), 2) The Calling for Meditation (Psalm 4:4–5), 3) The Confession in Meditation (Psalm 4:6–8)

Researchers have determined that we produce up to 50,000 thoughts a day and 70% to 80% of those are negative. This translates into 40,000 negative thoughts a day that need managing and filtering — no small task for any person. Even the most confident individuals fall prey to negative, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 4:1-8

Denomination: Other

Remembering Our Freedom

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 15, 2005

A message for Memorial Day.

Remembering Our Freedom Exodus 12:14 May 30, 2004 Exodus 12:14 (NIV) “This is a day you are to commemorate; for the generations to come you shall celebrate it as a festival to the Lord – a lasting ordinance. Exodus 13:3 (NIV) Then Moses said to the people, “Commemorate this day, the day you came ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hear O Earth

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Sep 30, 2016

Hear it with carefulness with self-application and in faith, be enlightened - LIVE IT

SERMON Hear O Earth Jer 22:29 I. The exclamation – O a. It is expressive of deep grief i. O Absalom ii. O Jerusalem II. The Repetition a. Earth, earth, earth b. Expresses deep concern c. How great the danger i. Under condemnation ii. In darkness iii. In bondage iv. Misery v. Other darkness ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 22:29

Denomination: Baptist

Law Or Grace? Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Nov 10, 2014

Romans 6:14 “For sin shall not be your master, because you are not under law, but under grace.” (NIV)

Romans 6:14 “For sin shall not be your master, because you are not under law, but under grace.” (NIV) Ceremonial Law Civil Law Moral Law Question: What is the purpose of the Law? The Seven Pictures of the Law: 1) Pictured as a Yoke. Galatians 5:1 Key: The law was never meant to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:14

Denomination: Baptist

God's Chain Of Command

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Feb 28, 2005

Failure to submit to God given authority figures in our lives keeps us from his Blessings.

God’s Chain of Command Our nation began with the revolutionary war. It seems we have been revolting ever since. In the name of individual rights we have crushed the soul of society “submission to authority”. It seems we have been in one rebellion after another. The draft dodgers of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

Stopping Sin In It's Tracks Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Dec 5, 2005

6th in series on restoring joy. Addresses the problem of sin in a Christian’s life.

RESTORING THE JOY Part 6: Stopping Sin in it’s Tracks I thank the Lord that I had the pleasure of growing up in a godly family, with great parents. Thanks to that, I have many joyous memories of my childhood. Growing up in the country, over the years we had just about any kind of animal you can ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Refugee Crisis

Contributed by Doug Gorman on Apr 14, 2016

This is a hot topic for many people around the world today; the refugee crisis. What do we do when mostly non-Christians use Matthew chapter 2 and say “Jesus was a refugee, wouldn’t you help Him?”

This is a hot topic for many people around the world today; the refugee crisis. What do we do when mostly non-Christians use Matthew chapter 2 and say “Jesus was a refugee, wouldn’t you help Him?” Well let’s take a look at Matthew 2 and try to put things in perspective and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Right To Be Wronged Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Sep 21, 2022

In this message we see that Jesus makes I clear that those who live in His Kingdom have the right to be wronged.

“The Right To Be Wronged” Matthew 5:38-42 Dismiss Grove KIDZ OKAY – let’s do this… QUESTION – MGCC… are you ready to fed on some God-breathed, Holy Spirit empowered, doubled edged, will not return to Him empty… Word this morning? Sweet, me too… NOW – Paul wrote the following words from a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42, Exodus 21:22-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Antichrist & You

Contributed by Justin Yarnell on Dec 9, 2005

Learn what in the world you have to do with the antichrist.

the anti-christ and you So, just what is the anti-christ - anti & christ. The subject of the anti-christ is one of great speculation. I remember when I was growing up, people thought that Gorbechev’ was the antichrist, and then when he didn’t really turn out to be him, people thought that Bill ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Letting Christ's Light Shine (Mary Of Magdala)

Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on May 1, 2007

It is a dark world we live in. While his father goes for a towel, his baby drowns in bathwater. A young husband is deserted by his wife of one year, and an elderly man is plagued by a heart condition that could take him at a moments notice. What do we do?

Mary of Magdala Magdala: important agricultural, fishing, trade center of ancient Galilee Mary’s name can mean: Tower, greatness Her name can mean: Rebellious, bitter Mary rebelled against God in her earlier years She tried to control her life, do her own thing, yet ended up losing control. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm 51 Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 6, 2023

True repentance acknowledges your sin against the Lord.

All Scriptures are from The Bible by Jesus A. THE DEEPEST CONFESSION – THE GREATEST FORGIVENESS 1. David’s greatest sin was against Me. 2. Trace David’s path to forgiveness and transformation. “I will have mercy on you because of My unfailing love. I will have compassionate on you, and blot ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Modern Feminism Vs Biblical Womanhood Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 29, 2025

This message aims to bring clarity, wisdom, and scriptural understanding so that women can walk confidently in God’s calling, not in the confusion of worldly ideologies.

MODERN FEMINISM VS BIBLICAL WOMANHOOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 31:10-30, Titus 2:3-5 Supporting Texts: Genesis 1:27, Genesis 2:18-24, 1 Peter 3:1-6, Ephesians 5:22-25, Galatians 3:28 INTRODUCTION: In today’s world, the rise of modern feminism has stirred passionate debates ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-30, Titus 2:3-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God