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Not Under The Law, But Led By The Spirit Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jan 27, 2009

Just as Israel was saved from slavery in Egypt and Saved into the Promised Land, so we are saved from our sin and saved into the life of the Spirit

Rules and Relationship January 25, 2009 Galatians 5:16-26 Not under the law, but led by the Spirit Recap - Series because of some passages in the novel, “The Shack” that speak about rules verses relationship. Young gets something, but it needs further investigation Galatians – convinced that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: *other

Overcoming Our Fears And Weaknesses

Contributed by S S on Feb 10, 2009

Sermon on Joshua 1:1-9 - Overcoming our fears and weaknesses

Josh 1:1-9 Overcoming our fears and weaknesses Introduction How many of us have phobias? You know, there are all kinds of phobias out there, phobia of heights, insects, etc. I am sure you have watched Fear Factor before, I was watching an episode the other day, where 3 people were put through an ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: *other

God Answers Our Questions Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Oct 6, 2008

God understands all our sincere questions to Him and He will answer them.

A number of years ago before I became a Minister, my wife and I had a big argument, we were very busy with the kids, we were financially stressed, then our car broke down while we were out of town. Yes, at that time I questioned God. Is it alright to question God? Kids ask questions all the time, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Leading The Church Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 8, 2008

Part 2 in a three part series on leadership.

ON A MISSION FROM GOD Part 2-Leading The Church Daniel’s Story Sunday, October 5, 2008 Pastor Brian Matherlee An out-of-towner drove his car into a ditch in a desolated area. Luckily, a local farmer came to help with his big strong horse named Buddy. He hitched Buddy up to the car and yelled, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28

Denomination: Wesleyan

Asleep At The Wheel

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Oct 11, 2008

We tend to get tired and make poor decisions. We can go to bed at night not having to worry because God is standing guard.

-Recently we heard the story about Robert Sanchez who was text messaging some 22 seconds before his California commuter train slammed into a Union Pacific freight train, killing 25 people and injuring over 130 more -The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that 100,00 crashes ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Decision 2008

Contributed by Jesse Bennett on Oct 25, 2008

Adresses political view of the democrat and republican parties and what God thinks about what they stand for.

Decision 2008; Jesse Bennett 10-26-08 Bible Baptist Church Shawnee Oklahoma I Corinthians 10:24-25 Our elections are upon us once again, we have some tough decisions to make about our countries future. Thank God we still have the ability to make decisions, for we still have the freedom to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

The 3-Only To Miracles" Series

Contributed by Bubot Parago on Oct 31, 2008

In our past-paced world, a miracle is on its way despite frustrations,hopelessness, bad reports,economic plunge,financial difficulty... Jesus addressed the crisis by His 3-Only to Miracles.

Jairus is one of the highest ranking religious leader in Capernaum. If there is anyone who needs to be the first in everything? It was he. He has influence. But is that what matters most in this life? This story will answer what is the most important in every person’s life. Not money. Not ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

Unmasking The Hypocrite Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 16, 2008

Jesus did something no one else had done...He stood up to the religious bullies that were leading people astray. There’s much we can learn about hypocrisy here. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint.

Unmasking the Hypocrite Matthew 23:1-39 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/UnmaskingHypocrite.html This is Jesus’ last public message before He dies on the cross. It is stunning...a scathing denunciation of false religion and hypocrisy. Let’s set the scene: Jesus is speaking to 3 groups of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-39

Denomination: Baptist

Diggin Your Own Grave

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

How are we using what God has given us to build His kingdom. We are either life givers or grave diggers.

Digging Your own Grave Matt 25:15-30 Again, the Kingdom of Heaven can be illustrated by the story of a man going into another country, who called together his servants and loaned them money to invest for him while he was gone. He gave $5,000 to one, $2,000 to another, and $1,000 to the last-- ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:15-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Five E's Of Church Growth

Contributed by Scott Carroll on Mar 8, 2008

church growth

The Five E’s Of Church Growth Acts 2:40-47 40 And with many other words did he testify and exhort, saying, Save yourselves from this untoward generation. 41 Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls. 42 And they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:40-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Can I Be Bold When Sharing My Faith In Jesus With Others?

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jul 28, 2007

Boldness in ’evangelism’ comes through being filled with God’s Holy Spirit. That’s how we can be bold when sharing our faith with others.

I love getting into conversations where people ask me what I do. When I’m dressed in a tee-shirt and jeans the challenge for me is how to say what I do without it being a conversation stopper! It seems to me that there are a few jobs which can act as conversation stoppers, and it wouldn’t surprise ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-13

Denomination: Anglican

The Power Of Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Rick Hope on Feb 20, 2006

Many times, the one thing that paralyzes us is the unwillingness to seek forgiveness or the bitter spirit that won’t grant it to someone else.

We are a funny group of people. We are sue happy. We sue for everything from a hot cup of coffee to hurt feelings. Forgiveness has become a lost art. Now everything is about revenge, getting even, making someone pay. Sadly enough, it’s drifted from the secular world into churches today. When we ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 33:1-20, Genesis 33:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Discouragment

Contributed by Dan Cale on May 18, 2004

This sermon draws from Moses’ Red Sea experience to find ways to deal with discouragment in our lives, marriages, and relationships.

Dealing with Discouragement Exodus 14:1-14 Let me set the scene for you a little bit. Moses has lead Israel out of Egypt ¡V The plagues are behind them and they have basked in God¡¦s deliverance from Slavery. They have made their tedious way across the desert and have come to the shores of the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:1-14

Denomination: *other

When God Calls

Contributed by Chris Summers on Jun 29, 2004

How do we hear when God calls us.

When God Calls Good morning everyone . Today I want to talk about when God calls on you. Question ,how do we know when God calls us? ...(ask around the room and let them reply if God has ever called them). I remember back when I was about 13-14 my mom had an 8-track tape (that’s a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Part 1 - Introduction Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 5, 2005

THE HOME AS GOD INTENDED - This introduction will explain the series and some of the topics which will be covered in greater detail.

The Home as God Intended Part 1 – Introduction First Baptist Church of Tawas City Michigan Rev. Bruce A. Shields WELCOME PRAYER The oldest institution known to man is the home. We know through the study of culture and society that the home is vital to our civilization. We also know from ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18

Denomination: Bible Church