Sermons on Dirty Music:

A New Song Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 5, 2021

God is infinite, and therefore, only infinite creativity is worthy of Him, and adequate to glorify His name. It is also essential to keep joy alive in the worshipper. Variety is the spice of life, and a new song is like a tonic that lifts and enables us to feel afresh the love that is always there.

It is easy for us to do what the psalmist urges us to do, "Sing to the Lord a new song." The number of new songs to sing today is enormous. Back in 1891 Dr. Julian in his famous Dictionary of Hymnology examined four hundred thousand hymns, and he did not cover them all. There are, ...read more

Looking Beyond The Obvious

Contributed by Scott Voss on Jan 30, 2001

When God looks beyond our obvious faults to see what we shall be in Him.

Looking Beyond the Obvious. 1 Sam 16:7 7 But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the LORD seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. (KJV) King Saul ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Goodness

Contributed by Richard White on Feb 1, 2003

The ability to do that which is good, yet all of us have the ability to do things that are not.

Goodness Titus 3:3-8 What is Goodness? It is the ability to do that, which is good. Take a look at the following list: Adolf Hitler Mother Teresa Joseph Stalin Albert Einstein Bin Laden Francis of Assisi Ted Bundy Jimmy Carter John Wayne Gacy Jonas Salk Idi Amin Madame ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:3-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

" Mr. Clean" Series

Contributed by Samuel Denton on Jun 26, 2004

Jesus is the dwelling place of His temple, will you let Him clean out all of the impurities in your life and reign supreme?

John 2: 13-25 ( Jesus Cleanses the Temple) When was the last time you got mad???? How did you react???? What did it feel like- the rage inside of you?? What did you do??? Usually when we think of God we think of His love! We think of the fruits of the Spirit, His promises, His never-ending ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-25

Denomination: Baptist

Close Don't Count

Contributed by Robert Tallent on Jul 19, 2008

To Draw nigh to Christ is our Choice

Close Don’t Count James 4:8. The story is told of a king in Africa who had a close friend with whom he grew up. The friend had a habit of looking at every situation that ever ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8

Denomination: Baptist

Of Leadership Series

Contributed by Matthew Bullen on Nov 14, 2006

it is time for the church to raise the standard of leadership in the body. This is an oppertunity to teach it from the biblical perspective.

“So shall they fear The name of the LORD from the west, And His glory from the rising of the sun; When the enemy comes in like a flood, The Spirit of the LORD will lift up a standard against him.” Isaiah 59:19 Our Series has taken us through Truth, Purity, and Wisdom. Tonight we are going to talk ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Plans Of The Diligent

Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 4, 2016

The plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance! Hurray!

DILIGENT ! Proverbs 21:5”The plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance, but everyone who is hasty comes only to poverty.” It was half yearly examination that our Abide school, the English question paper was issued and I sat in the class for supervision. I found a senior boy ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Learning From The Prayers Of Jesus - Part 4 Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on May 5, 2018

In the final message of this series we will be talking about some of the themes of Jesus prayers.

INTRODUCTION • In our First Study we discussed the model prayer that Jesus used to teach His disciples how to pray. We called this “The Lord’s Prayer”. • In our Second Study we looked at the prayers that Jesus prayed during His Baptism, while feeding the 5000 and on the Mount of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-2, John 14:15-16, John 10:17-18, Colossians 1:9-10, Luke 24:50-51  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

"the World Has Never Been The Same"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 19, 2018

A meditation for Christmas Eve.

“The World has Never Been the Same” Luke 2:1-20 The story of Christmas is not a fairy-tale from long, long ago that takes place in a land far, far away. Included in the story are identifiable names and places. The birth of God into our world doesn’t happen outside of human history but through ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Mind Your Language! (The King's Speech) Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 30, 2016

What we say reflects what is inside. What we say also affects what is inside.When we are careless with our words we grieve God. We also transform ourselves. When we are careful about our words we please God, and are transformed to reflect Him better

Ephesians 4:29 Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. 30 And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Mind Your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-30

Denomination: *other

Walking In Purity, Pt. 3

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jul 31, 2013

walk in love, walk in light

Walking in Purity, pt. 3 Ephesians 5:2-8 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/130731.mp3 In chapter 4 we put off, put on, and put away some things. Next, we see that walking in purity involves love and light. v. 2, 8 We are to walk in love and walk in the light. This is based on the assumption that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:2-8, Ephesians 2:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Renewal Through The Word Of God

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 24, 2025

Do not conform to the pattern of this world. Let the Word renew your mind.

RENEWAL THROUGH THE WORD OF GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 12:2 Supporting Texts: Psalm 119:105, Hebrews 4:12, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, James 1:22-25 INTRODUCTION There was once a young man who lived in a small village. He had a deep desire to know God, but he struggled with his old ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, Psalm 119:105, Hebrews 4:12, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, James 1:22-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Boldly Tell Your Testimony

Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025

What will it take to Refresh your Vision for God?

“Boldly Tell Your Testimony” 2 Timothy 1:8 Intro: What will it take to Refresh your Vision for God? Letter from Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus--- commanded of God our Savior and of Christ Jesus our hope, To Timothy my true son in the faith: Grace, mercy and peace Timothy Charged to Oppose ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Filthy Lucre

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 16, 2022

Let’s discuss a shrewd business manager and his wise use of filthy money in Luke 16:1-13.

Should we boycott corporations that deal in dirty money, or is all money really filthy lucre? Are our tainted tithes and offerings usable for heavenly purposes? Let’s discuss a shrewd business manager and his wise use of filthy money in Luke 16:1-13. People versus Profits Luke 16:1-4 Jesus told ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Reclaimed: Resetting The Table Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Rob Ketterling on Oct 13, 2014

Reclaim the table for outreach!

Reclaimed - Part 2, by Pastor Rob Ketterling Yes! How many enjoyed the video? How many are enjoying your Reclaim cards? You enjoying those? I hope you're taking advantage of them. We still have some left if you didn't get them. It's one per household. And they are all good questions for you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God