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Living In Good Company

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 8, 2011

I tell our young men and women, " Show me your friends and I'll show you your future." The company we keep steers us either in the right or wrong direction.

Frances Havergal, the song writer, lived and moved in the Word of God. His Word was her constant companion. On the last day of her life, she asked a friend to read to her the 42nd chapter of Isaiah. When the friend read the sixth verse. “I the Lord have called thee in righteousness, and will ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:73-80

Denomination: Baptist

“"God’s Plans” Are Always Bigger" Than Your Circumstances

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Apr 25, 2013

He who began a good work in you, will be faithful to complete it. It may not look like it right now, But God is not moved by the way things look, in our lives, He is moved by our faith!

“"God’s Plans” Are Always Bigger" Than Your Circumstances! Mark 4:35-41 MSG 35-38. Late that day he said to them, “Let’s go across to the other side.” They took him in the boat as he was. Other boats came along. A huge storm came up. Waves poured into the boat, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Good Days And Bad Days

Contributed by Ricky Johnson on Feb 19, 2012

Some days everything is right and others everything is wrong; to get through them place our faith in the Christ. When we put our faith in Jesus christ, we are to be bold in proclaiming that faith.

Every day in our lives is not necessarily a good day. Once in awhile we experience bad days; maybe even some horrible days. Days which will make us question the possibility of another tomorrow or may even challenge our relationship with GOD. Hopefully, no one here is in the habit of placing ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: United Methodist

Rules For Giving

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 26, 2012

As we look at Mary’s anointing of Christ we have a demonstration of three rules for giving to the Lord –Giving with the right attitude; Giving the best you have; and Giving your all.

Rules for Giving John 12:1-8 Introduction: In Deuteronomy 16:17 we read, “Every man shall give as he is able, according to the blessing of the LORD thy God which he hath given thee.” God has given to everyone of us more blessings than we can begin to count – blessings of time ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Two Ordinances

Contributed by David C. Seabolt on Apr 7, 2012

This is a sermon that explains the two ordinances that Jesus left for the church to observe. Communion and baptism. This message was preached during the morning service right before a baptismal service. It also counters some myths about baptism.

Two Ordinances Matthew 3:13-17 This afternoon we are going to be having a baptismal service for those that recently have been saved and others who were saved but want to be Scripturally baptized. Praise the Lord for those that want to follow the Lord in baptism. So this morning I want to talk ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

3 Ps And A Tree

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 1, 2012

The first sermon I ever preached...I repreached an updated version here right after returning from sabbatical. We are planted with a purpose, it takes power to fulfill it, and that flows thru purity.

3 P’s and a Tree Psalm 1 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/120722am.mp3 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html This is the first message I ever preached years ago...and now it is my first to preach since sabbatical. It is very basic, and God had to hit me over the head to get me back to the basics. I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

As The Deer Panteth For The Water Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 16, 2010

When we are in the spiritual dessert, we need to keep in close touch with God or we will shrivel up with spiritual dehydration. The Psalmist explains his experience in the spiritual dessert, and points us in the right direction.

As the Deer Panteth for the Water Psalm 42 and 43 Rather then spend a lot of time introducing the Sons of Korah and relating their role to the modern Christian, I thought I would share just a little bit about them each week. 1. Descendents of the Korah, a branch of the tribe of Levi. Some ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Going Down To The Path Of Egypt Series

Contributed by Rule Digal on Aug 12, 2008

It is sad that many believers are taking their steps back again to the world of sin, regardless of how the Lord blesses them. But like Abraham, they will soon find out that the path to Egypt is not the right path, but it is troubled path.

Theme: Going Down the Path to Egypt Text: Genesis 12: 10-20 Introduction: A. Good morning everyone. Praise God, again we have come together to express our love, our trust, our appreciation and gratitude to God. I missed one Sunday here but I pray that all of us are doing fine through the grace of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:10-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Coming Wrath

Contributed by Obioha Uriel Amanze on Jul 2, 2010

Have you always wondered how destruction is going to come upon the world and whether you are on the right side? This will give you a good overview of what is coming and how you can fit in safely.

He physically revealed Himself to the children of Israel and thereby established the fact there is truly God. Moses was the prophet at that time: "There is a place near me where you may stand on a rock. When my glory passes by, I will put you in a cleft in the rock and cover you with my hand until ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Be Happy Blessings Of Revelation Pt 7 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 8, 2010

Jesus is coming back for His church and for us to be a part of this return we must follow the words of this prophetic book. We must live by them and keep true to them because this will lead right into Heaven.

“The Be Happy Blessings of Revelation” - part 7 Key Scripture Verse: The 6th Blessing - Revelation 22:7: 7“Behold, I am coming soon! Blessed is he who keeps the words of the prophecy in this book.” Thesis: Jesus is coming back for His church and for us to be a part of this return we must follow ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Friendships Are Important - Friends Accomplish More - Alone Is Dangerous! Series

Contributed by John Wright on Feb 13, 2010

Friendship are important when they are with the right people, friends can accomplish more together than they can by their self and often times trying to go through life all alone is dangerous, both physically and spiritually.

Introduction 1. Open your bibles please to 2 Corinthians 6:14-18. Hold this reference. 2. There are many passages that teach the importance of having friends. They teach that two are better than one in most all situations. 3. We will discuss some of the passages from the bible that will help us ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, Ecclesiastes 4:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Uses Ordinary People For Extraordinary Tasks

Contributed by Kelvin Parks on Mar 22, 2009

Some of you may feel unclean like Simon the leper once did ... but I want you to know that you are in the right place for GOD to stop-by your pew and heal and cleanse you.

GOD USES ORDINARY PEOPLE FOR EXTRAORDINARY TASKS Preached at Shiloh Baptist Church Waukegan, Illinois On 21 March 2009 For Mission Emphasis Day Too GOD be the Glory... - I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth. - Oh magnify the LORD with me and let us exalt ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Heart Trouble Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jul 19, 2007

This sermon takes a close look at Simon Magus,the converted sorcerer whose heart was not quite right. It is designed to help Christian deal with old habits and attitudes that sometimes emerge during the Christian walk.

Subject: Heart Trouble In The Church Text: Acts 8:9-24 Introduction: Up to this point, the early church had experienced its empowerment, which brought signs, wonders and miracles, and rapid growth. In chapter seven, it suffered its first martyr, Stephen. Saul kept the coats of those who stoned ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-24

Denomination: Methodist

Parables Lamp, Seed, Mustard Seed: The Mysterious Principle

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Aug 3, 2007

The three parables are examined in detail. These parables are eschatological in nature. These parables are written to give us reassurance in our faith right now and also to give us insight concerning the nature of the coming of the kingdom of God.

Today in our Scripture Jesus teaches us three short parables which all tie together to form a fuller understanding of who God is and how he operates in our lives. You’ll notice as we read the Scripture today there are some verses that are quite difficult to understand and on a first reading we may ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:21-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Wonder Of Christ's Birth

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Dec 8, 2003

Why was the time when Jesus was born the right time? Why did God choose the land of Palestine as the birth place of Jesus? Why was 5 BC the year Jesus was born and not some other year?

The Wonder of Christ’s Birth -In the Fullness of Time- Galatians 4:4 Luke 2:1-7 The story is told about a man who got tired of the Christmas hoopla. All the frantic haste and the crass commercialism disgusted him. So, he decided not to go along with the crowd. Among other things, he decided not ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-7

Denomination: Free Methodist