Sermons on Decapolis:

A Spiritual Encounter

Contributed by Pastor Paul E. Davis on Sep 15, 2018

Change does not Require Acceptance, but Acceptance does Require Change. Jesus Meeting You Where You Are. Go tell somebody about the Messiah.

As you read and study these first 42 verses of John’s Gospel as recorded in chapter 4, you will find that it is steeped in spiritual insight and wisdom. Of the 42 verses, Jesus is speaking in 18 of them. - - No wonder there is such profound wisdom and knowledge revealed here. We’ve all read ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42

Denomination: Baptist

Footsteps Of Jesus - Who Are You Following?

Contributed by David Parks on Nov 28, 2020

As we look forward to the unique challenges COVID-19 presented to the church universal and the Surprise church specifically I would like to set the theme going forward , Where He Leads I will Follow – Faithful discipleship in a pandemic

THE FOOTSTEPS OF JESUS 1 WHO ARE YOU FOLLOWING? 1 Peter 2:21-25 1 Peter 2:21-25 21 For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that you might follow in his steps. 22 He committed no sin, neither was deceit found in his mouth. 23 When he was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Que Riqueza Tiene La Samaritana.

Contributed by Pastor Junior Lemus on Jul 23, 2018

En el encuentro entre Jesus y la samaritana en el pozo de Jacob Dios nos muestra 4 apectos que debemos de analizar para poder recibir la bendicion total del padre. Hay 2 pueblos que reclaman las promesas, pero solo son para uno EL PUEBLO DE DIOS.

Tema: Que riqueza tiene la Samaritana Pastor Junior. Predicado en JESEG CENTRAL. 7/22/2018 Cita Bíblica: San Juan 4:10 Respondió Jesús y le dijo: Si tú conocieras el don de Dios, y quién es el que te dice: "Dame de beber", tú le habrías pedido a Él, y Él te hubiera dado agua viva. Introducción: ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Chain Breaker

Contributed by Mike Schmelzer on Sep 25, 2016

Only Jesus can break spiritual chains and deliver people from the power of darkness, but that's exactly what He came to do! He IS the Chain Breaker!

Mark 5:1-20 (NKJV) Then they came to the other side of the sea, to the country of the Gadarenes. 2And when He had come out of the boat, immediately there met Him out of the tombs a man with an unclean spirit, 3who had his dwelling among the tombs (his dwelling was among the dead); and no one ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20, Luke 3:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Herd Of Pigs

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Feb 5, 2025

What is the metaphor, pigs, all about? Should a follower of Christ give up something sinful? Obvious answer is "yes."

The Herd of Pigs Luke 8:26-39 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 8:26 Then they sailed to the country of the Gerasenes, which is opposite Galilee. 27 And when He stepped out onto the land, a man from the city met Him who was possessed with demons; and he had not put on clothing for a long time and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: United Methodist

Giving God More

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Jan 23, 2004

What God wants for our church this year.

Matthew 4:23-5:1 Giving God More Woodlawn Baptist Church January 25, 2004 Introduction “And Jesus went about all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing all manner of sickness and all manner of disease among the people. And his fame went ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Matt 4:18-25 Immediately Series

Contributed by Thomas H on Nov 24, 2011

Matt 4:18-25 Immediately

Matthew 4:17-25 Immediately Manuscript Following. What does it mean to follow someone or something? My son Krystof likes to follow me. Recently he’s started coming to church early with me, because he wants to be with Daddy. Last Sunday night he even came to the Sunday night prayer meeting. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:17-25

Denomination: Baptist

What Movies Will You Create In 2025?

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 16, 2025

This message is about the power of our thoughts and how they create movies within our minds that we respond to - spiritually and physically.

What Movies Will You Create in 2025? Scripture: Second Corinthians 10:3-5; Mark 5:25-34 Good morning Strangers Rest! I hope you are excited about what God is going to do in this place in 2025. The title of my message this morning is “What Movies Will You Create in 2025?” Some of you might be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, Mark 5:25-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Great Things Of God

Contributed by Bud Martenn on Mar 7, 2001

Our God is Great and Greatly to be praised

THE GREAT THINGS OF GOD I Chron.16:23-29: II Sam.7:18-24 1. Muhammad Ali was identified by his self evaluation, “I am the greatest!” 2. Tony the Tiger declares it of frosted fakes “They’re GREAT!” 3. We sing, “How Great Thou Art” 4. We teach our children to say, God is great, God is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:23-29, 2 Samuel 7:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

Why People Follow Jesus

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Jan 19, 2007

A look at those who followed Jesus and why people today still do

Intro: I love reading the Bible in story form. Taking each story, paragraph by paragraph, and trying to put myself in the scenes. I have always loved to read the Word of God like I am actually there, to try to soak up the entire experience of every event. That may not be theologically gratifying to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:17-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Maniac, A Miracle And A Mission

Contributed by Henry Lee Clay on Apr 22, 2005

This sermon addresses what God can do with a broken life when that person comes to faith in Jesus Christ.

Mark 5:1-6, 17-20 A MANIAC, A MIRACLE AND A MISSION H Lee Clay The wealthiest spot on this planet is not the oil fields of Kuwait, Nigeria, Iraq or Saudi Arabia. Neither is it the gold and diamond mines of South Africa, the uranium mines of the Soviet Union or the silver mines of Africa. Though it ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Do I Have Enough? Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Mar 7, 2003

Second sermon in series - "Living Life On Purpose - Christ’s Answers to Man’s Questions". This sermon deals with the disciples’ question at the feeding of the 4,000.

Last week we asked the question, "Am I Good Enough?", and saw that "in Christ", indeed we are good enough. Today we want to digest Christ’s answer to the question, "Do I Have Enough?" This is the second sermon in the series, "Living Life On Purpose, Christ’s Answers to Man’s Questions." Christ’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:29-39

Denomination: Baptist

Sign Language Of Love

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Sep 18, 2007

Jesus doesn’t just talk the talk but walks the walk. He shows how much he cares.

Do any of you know someone who is deaf or mute? Have you ever encountered someone with whom you couldn’t communicate? Have you ever met anyone who spoke a different language? What were your reactions? How did you feel? Inadequate? Inept? Incompetent? Last summer while I was employed at the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:31-37, Mark 7:31

Denomination: Lutheran

Our Lord Jesus Does Everything Well

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 11, 2008

Pentecost 16(B) - Our Lord Jesus Christ does EVERYTHING well. Jesus opens our ears to hear. Jesus opens mouths that speak.

OUR LORD JESUS DOES EVERYTHING WELL (Outline) August 31, 2008 -- PENTECOST 16 -- Mark 7:31-37 INTRO: The crowd saw the effect of Jesus’ miraculous healing of a man who could not hear and could hardly speak. Their conclusion concerning Jesus: “He has done everything well”. This is quite ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:31-37

Denomination: Lutheran

Pt. 7 Healing Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 6, 2013

Medical science already has established that much of our sickness begins in our mind. Our mental state many times determines our level of physical health.

Healing 7 December 2, 2012 A Medical science already has established that much of our sickness begins in our mind. 1 Our mental state many times determines our level of physical health. a Depression, anxiety, worry, stress. b Add to that the operation of demonic spirits on one’s mental ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:38

Denomination: Baptist