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  • Buried: A Secret Message

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 20, 2015
    based on 8 ratings
     | 15,029 views

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    Buried: A Secret Message John 19:30-42 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Buried.html A man who died received a telephone bill from Sprint at his new address -- the Hillside Cemetery in Auburn, Mass. "Our clients here don’t usually get mail," said superintendent Wayne Bloomquist. "I wondered if ...read more

  • So Send I You

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Apr 16, 2015
    based on 7 ratings
     | 19,348 views

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    So Send I You John 20:21 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/SoSend.html "As the Father hath sent me...so send I you" His mandate is my mandate. [say it!] Jesus said this to all of His disciples. But He also said this to EACH of His disciples. [Collectively as a group / to Peter, John, etc.] Are ...read more

  • You Can Trust God

    Contributed by Robert Coats on Nov 24, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,404 views

    You can trust God! This sermon was developed in a new format, using the me-you-God-you-we format. I hope it will help others as it has myself

    You can trust God! ME: When a baby is born it relies totally on the trust of others. There is a major trust factor there. I remember a time when playing football that I went out for a pass and I had to trust that the Quarterback would get the ball to me and he had to trust that I would catch it ...read more

  • Wonderfully Made: Embracing God's Design Psalm 139:13-14 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 12, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,558 views

    Today, we explore the profound truth revealed in Psalm 139:13-14, where King David reflects on the intricacy of God's creation, particularly the marvel of human life. This passage invites us to delve into the depths of God's intimate knowledge and purpose for each one of us.

    Wonderfully Made: Embracing God's Design Psalm 139:13-14 Introduction: Today, we explore the profound truth revealed in Psalm 139:13-14, where King David reflects on the intricacy of God's creation, particularly the marvel of human life. This passage invites us to delve into the depths of ...read more

  • Back To The Bible Series

    Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jan 24, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,221 views

    Scripture is the guidebook that provides the only reliable directions for spiritual formation.

    Back To The Bible 2 Timothy 3:16, 17 Where do we go from here? Where do we get our directions? On the Friday after Christmas, I had the opportunity to hang a garage-door opener. Before I did anything else, I opened up the manual. On Tuesday, January 2, Timothy began the journey back to Groton, ...read more

  • What Parents Owe Their Children

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 9, 2013
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,391 views

    Devotion. Direction. Discipline. Link inc. to formatted text, audio.

    What Parents Owe Their Children Ephesians 6:4 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/parentsowechildren.html Devotion. Direction. Discipline. 1. Devotion. Somehow we have communicated to our children that they are a burden rather than a blessing. We can't wait for school to start, and dread summer ...read more

  • A Baby Changes Everything

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Dec 13, 2013
    based on 14 ratings
     | 23,393 views

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    A Baby Changes Everything Isaiah 1:18 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/BabyChangesEverything.html A man and a woman marry and start a life together. They are young and immature, and understandably, are fairly self-centered in their lifestyle. And then a baby comes along, and changes everything! ...read more

  • Where Was God? [sandy Hook School Shooting]

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Dec 15, 2012
    based on 117 ratings
     | 34,050 views

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    Where Was God? Psalm 46 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/wherewasgod.html Psalm 46:1-11 1 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. 2 Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; 3 Though the waters ...read more

  • Joy Is A Choice!

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 11, 2015
    based on 15 ratings
     | 22,461 views

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    Happiness Joy is a Choice Philippians 1:12-21 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/JoyChoice.html Yes, happiness/joy is a choice. It really has nothing to do with our circumstances, and everything to do with our perspective and priorities. If we choose to be miserable we will be, and so will those ...read more

  • Fill In The Blanks

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 18, 2015
    based on 6 ratings
     | 12,489 views

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    Fill in the Blanks Philippians 1:21-26 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/FillBlanks.html "To live is ¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬______________ and to die is _______________." This is Paul's philosophy of life. The true meaning and purpose of life is summed up here. v. 21 12 one syllable words ... but they ...read more

  • Too Much Wine? Series

    Contributed by Chris Heimsoth on Jun 14, 2011
     | 3,638 views

    The Second Sermon on our Action in Acts series, we look into the similarities in community formation with exodus, plus the role of the spirit in the community.

    They had too much wine This is going beyond hiding in a room, they have now spent time with the risen Christ and are starting to see who they are, and so they have gone out, without really knowing what would be next. Intro: The world is a very busy place, we live in a very strange time, where ...read more

  • Reconnecting With Purpose Series

    Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Mar 23, 2014
     | 8,101 views

    CONNECTING WITH GOD REESTABLISHES OUR PURPOSE

    Reconnecting with Purpose John 15:1-8 9/29/13 Introduction Video: Live in me Video Reconnecting with God changes our perspective on everything, including how we live, the purpose of our lives.  CONNECTING WITH GOD REESTABLISHES OUR PURPOSE Look how Jesus describes this reconnecting ...read more

  • Reconnecting With Power Series

    Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Mar 23, 2014
     | 5,448 views

    FAILING TO RECONNECT LEADS TO POWERLESS LIVING.

    Reconnecting with Power Acts 1:8 9/22/13 Introduction One of the popular ads for the 2011 Super Bowl was a Volkswagen commercial that pictures a child dressed in a Darth Vader costume attempting to use "the force" around the house. With the familiar Star Wars music associated with Darth Vader ...read more

  • God's Cookie Jar

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on May 10, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 9,297 views

    This sermon is about enjoying God's Treats that come when we love and obey Him - 1. His Holy Spirit 2. "Jesus moments" of manifestations and 3. Creating a Home (Life) with God at the Center

    Scripture: John 14: 15-24; Dt. 6:4-9 and ( Psalms 36 - Call to Worship) Theme: God's Cookie Jar Loving God and Obeying God leads us to three great Supernatural Treats - 1. The Infilling Presence of God's Holy Spirit 2. "Jesus moments" of manifestation 3. Creating a Home (Life) with God ...read more

  • Eating Humble Pie And Loving It! Series

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 13, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,421 views

    Jesus teaches a lesson on the Christian Virtue of Genuine Christ like Humility. He tells us that A. We can possess a life of humility. B. First we have to see ourselves realistically C. We have to see ourselves in Him - In Christ.

    Scripture: Luke 14:1-14 (cf. verses 7-11) Theme: Table Talks about Humility Title: Eating Humble Pie and loving it! Proposition: Jesus teaches a lesson on Humility. He tells us that 1. We can possess a life of humility. 2. First we have to see ourselves realistically 3. We have to see ...read more