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  • Thomas: From Pouter To Doubter To Shouter

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 1, 2015
    based on 13 ratings
     | 27,514 views

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    From Pouter to Doubter to Shouter John 20:24-29 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/thomas.html We know less about Thomas than some of the disciples. We don't know his trade or how or when Jesus called him. [unlike several others] He may have been a twin. Thomas is Aramaic for twin. Didymus is ...read more

  • Night Light

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 6, 2015
    based on 11 ratings
     | 15,829 views

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    Night Light Philippians 2:14-17 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/nightlight.html This letter is all about joy. It's like bells keep ringing each time we study. It's like a light shining in the midst of deep darkness. The world says to get all you can, can all you get, and sit on the can. Paul ...read more

  • Meet The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 29, 2014
    based on 9 ratings
     | 23,785 views

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    Meet the Holy Spirit John 16:13 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/MeetHolySpirit.html If you knew you were going to die in 24 hours, what would you talk about with your loved ones? Chances are, it wouldn't be about trivial things like the weather or 'that look' someone gave you at the store. No, ...read more

  • 4 Goals For A New Year

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Dec 26, 2014
    based on 15 ratings
     | 29,491 views

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    4 goals for a new year and a new pastor and a new church [12-30-01] Philippians 3:13-14 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/4GoalsNewYear.html I waited 31 years, to the day, to become your pastor. It was all we could do to live our lives in the ministry, and spend 10 years then under other pastors, ...read more

  • You Can Trust God

    Contributed by Robert Coats on Nov 24, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,475 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
     | 3,757 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
     | 9,344 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

  • A Baby Changes Everything

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Dec 13, 2013
    based on 14 ratings
     | 23,445 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
     | 34,145 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
     | 22,526 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
     | 12,574 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

  • What Parents Owe Their Children

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 9, 2013
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,424 views

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    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

  • Too Much Wine? Series

    Contributed by Chris Heimsoth on Jun 14, 2011
     | 3,706 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

  • God's Cookie Jar

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on May 10, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 9,366 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

  • Reconnecting With Purpose Series

    Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Mar 23, 2014
     | 8,180 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