Sermons on Formation:

Parable Of The Hidden Treasure Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 18, 2007

Nothing can destroy God’s people, Israel--Not killing all male babies, or burning their cities, not gas chambers, and not a nuke from Iran. Israel’s FAVOUR, their FAILURE, and their FUTURE. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Template.

Parable of the Hidden Treasure Matthew 13:44 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/HiddenTreasure.html There are ten “Kingdom Parables”, and according to vv. 1-2 they were given by the seaside [Galilee]. V. 36 says Jesus sent the multitude away after delivering four of them, and then entered into a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44

Denomination: Baptist

Save Me, I'm Drowning! - Debt

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 8, 2010

God threw His Son into the waters of sin to save us from drowning. Now, what can He do for us who are drowning in debt and financial bondage? Here's the steps to freedom! Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

Save Me, I'm Drowning! Nehemiah 5:1-19 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Drowning.html If you saw someone drowning and God said the only way to save them was to throw in your child, would you do it? I wouldn't. But that's exactly what God did in order to save our souls. We were going under, ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 5:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Time Of Their Sojourning. Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 17, 2022

Moreover, it came to pass at the end of four hundred and thirty years, that all the hosts of the Lord left the land of Egypt. It was 430 years to the day, after they had entered the land of Egypt, that the armies of the Lord came out from Egypt in excellent order, as if in a military formation.

Exodus 12:41-42. The Time of Their Sojourning. 41And it came to pass at the end of the four hundred and thirty years, on the fifteenth of Nisan even the same day it came to pass, that all the hosts of the LORD went out from the land of Egypt. 42It is a night to be much observed unto the LORD for ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:43-45

Denomination: Baptist

Pity Party - Prodigal Son / Brother

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 28, 2004

It’s a sad tune because the only instrument in the band is your own drum which you are beating on incessantly - Very "Phunny" opening poem, then the CURSE, CAUSE, AND CURE of Self Pity. Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

Pity Party Luke 15:25-32 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/PityParty.html It’s a sad tune because the only instrument in the band is your own drum which you are beating on incessantly. It’s not fun to listen to and no one taps their foot. But you are certain it makes you feel better to beat it out ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Clutter Bug?

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Feb 14, 2019

This sermon is based on doing some soul cleansing. Excellent to use during Lent or the Spring of the Year.

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17 - 32; 2 Chronicles 29:1-19 Title: Spiritual Clutterbug? Theme: Spiritual Cleansing Sermon is based on the need to do some spiritual decluttering. INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. I want to talk to you this morning about ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31, 2 Chronicles 29:1-19, Galatians 5:19-21, Ephesians 4:17-32

Denomination: Nazarene

God Still Speaks Today

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jan 22, 2008

Prayer is as much about listening as it is about talking to God. This message encourges members of the congregation to participate in small prayer groups.

God Still Speaks Today I Samuel 3:1-10 In First Samuel we find the people of Israel have gone back to their old ways of being indifferent toward their Creator. Their leader at the time was the high priest, Eli, an old man whose eyesight has begun to go bad. Unless something changes Eli will ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Proper Response To God's Word Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 30, 2001

OBEDIENCE TO GOD’S WORD IS THE PATHWAY TO BLESSING

BIG IDEA: OBEDIENCE TO GOD’S WORD IS THE PATHWAY TO BLESSING INTRODUCTION: Each of these 8-verse stanzas is focused around a different letter of the Hebrew alphabet = an acrostic format. This is the ALEPH stanza with each verse beginning with the first letter of the Hebrew alphabet. This stanza is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Racing Is Life

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Aug 9, 2016

The Bible uses many sports related images. In this classic text, the writer to the Hebrews explores the image of a race to reflect upon the nature of a disciple's life.

I am a sports fan, and the big news for me most recently is that the New Orleans Saints opened training camp on July 28th, about ten days ago, and they’re first pre-season game is only a mere thirteen days away. Not only that, but I know the local high schools are gearing up for the new ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Methodist

Valuable Lessons From Geese

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 31, 2022

We can learn from many things in life. I am satisfied that God put a lot of things on earth just to teach us some of the valuable lessons we need to learn.

Illus: Dr. Odell Belger’s wife is a cat lover. They have a big beautiful white cat that has taught them a lot of things about cats. • Thousands of years ago, cats were worshipped as gods; cats have never forgotten this • In a cat's eye, all things belong to cats • Every cat owner knows, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Issues Part 3 Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 2, 2024

we can avoid issues within the church if we live our lives according to the Bible.

DEALING WITH ISSUES: PART 3 Text: Acts 15:22-35 Introduction 1. Illustration: “I firmly determined that my mannerisms and speech in public would always reflect the cheerful certainty of victory – that any pessimism and discouragement I might ever feel would be reserved for my pillow... I adopted a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:22-35

Denomination: Methodist

Building Up The Body

Contributed by Eddie Peros on Oct 18, 2000

Scripture: Ephesians 4: 1<sum><sum>‰As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received.

Scripture: Ephesians 4: 1<sum><sum>‰As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of ...read more

Vanities, Poverty And Destitution Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 22, 2018

We must find in our heart the vast chasm, the infinite need that only Infinite Goodness and Truth and Beauty can fill.

Thursday of the 24th Week in Course 2018 St. Vincent de Paul The book we call Ecclesiastes is often referred to as Qoheleth, for the Hebrew name of the author, here called “the Preacher.” The first words form one of the major themes of theology, that all things human are perishable, that even what ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-11, Psalm 90:3-17, Luke 9:7-9

Denomination: Catholic

Christianity Is Not A Spectator Sport Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Oct 6, 2007

30th in a series from Ephesians. Every believer is to be a minister.

Last Saturday, Mary and I went to the U of A football game. And as we watched that game, it reminded me of how someone once described a football game: Eleven men down on the field, desperately in need of rest, and fifty thousand people in the stands desperately in need of exercise. Unfortunately, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Home Free

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 3, 2007

Funeral message for a saint who suffered physically, and now they are both ’home’ and ’free’. Their glorified body makes our temporary shell look pretty sad, no matter how healthy we may be. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Template.

Home Free John 8:32 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/HomeFree.html John 8:32 And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. This week we celebrated freedom, and Steve is still celebrating it. He was an American thru and thru, and a very patriotic man, but today his is a freedom ...read more

Scripture: John 8:32

Denomination: Baptist

What Every Spouse Needs Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 14, 2006

Based on ’His Needs Her Needs’ by Dr. Willard Harley. The top 5 needs of men & women are investigated in an eye-opening way. We compliment one another perfectly when we follow this formula. Link included to formatted text, handouts, & Powerpoint Template

What Every Spouse Needs, Pt. 2 [Desperate Households] Matthew 7:12 This message is for presentation to adults, due to subject matter. Why learn to understand, appreciate, and fulfill one another’s needs? • First, because you have an obligation to do so. Your spouse has made a vow to meet these ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:12

Denomination: Baptist