Sermons on Good Or Not Good Is Difficult:

A 'good Enough' Sermon Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Apr 13, 2007

Parable of the Pharisee and the Publican - The church is full of ’good people’ who need to know the difference between self-righteousness and God’s righteousness. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Presentation.

A Good Enough Sermon Parable of the Pharisee and the Publican Luke 18:9-14 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/GoodEnough.html You get to write the introduction to this sermon. I need help, and this is just the right crowd to assist me… Honestly, in your own words, write a brief answer to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Telling Of The Good News. Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 17, 2007

Understanding what the Good News of Christmas is Christ.

Title: Telling of the Good News. Theme: Understanding what the Good News of Christmas is Christ. Text: Luke 2:8-21 8. And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. Shepherd were probably the most unlikely people to be presented ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-21

Denomination: Church Of God

The Good Part Of Christmas

Contributed by Don Schultz on Dec 11, 2007

How to deal with the stress of the holidays.

Luke 10: 38-41 “The Good Part of Christmas” Are the Christmas holidays the most peaceful time of the year, a time when you finally get to experience some peace in your life – is that Christmas? “Sleep in heavenly peace,” goes the hymn. “Peace on earth,” the angels sang. “Christmas is my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Lutheran

"Jesus Is The Good Shepherd” Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 11, 2007

# 29 in series. As the good shepherd, He Willing to Die for the Sheep, He Knows (Loves) His Sheep and They Know Him and He Keeps His Sheep Eternally.

A Study of the Book of John “That You May Believe” Sermon # 29 “Jesus Is The Good Shepherd” John 10:11-18 Last week we discovered that in John chapter ten Jesus made two “I AM” state-ments in which He ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

Today's Good Samaritan

Contributed by Cindy Breadner on Jul 18, 2007

How can we be a Good Samaritan in today’s society?

This past week I was in Toronto at the Fringe Festival, which is a gathering of about 140 productions all put together over a 10 day period. I decided it was a good opportunity for me to get my feet wet and make my way to the big city all by myself. With going to Knox College hopefully in January ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Choosing The Good Portion

Contributed by Stan Simonik on Jul 19, 2007

A slightly different twist on the familiar story of Mary and Martha. Using an analogy of Kentucky Fried Chicken, how do we act when life treats us to chicken wings? Have faith in God because He is bigger than our problems.

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, when was the last time you brought home a family-size bucket of Kentucky Fried Chicken? I imagine more people will be buying those again since KFC announced they no longer use partially hydrogenated fats for frying. What portion do you usually choose from the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Lutheran

The Good News Of God Series

Contributed by Bart Leger on Jul 27, 2007

After introducing himself and providing us with the three marks of an effective Christian, his being a submissive servant, his being sent as God’s ambassador, and his being set-apart unto the gospel, Paul tells us in verses 2-4 of the Promise and the Pers

The Good News of God After introducing himself and providing us with the three marks of an effective Christian, his being a submissive servant, his being sent as God’s ambassador, and his being set-apart unto the gospel, Paul tells us in verses 2-4 of the Promise and the Person of the Good ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:2-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Provision Of The Good News Series

Contributed by Bart Leger on Jul 27, 2007

This morning we are continuing on with Paul’s introduction to the Romans. We’ve covered Paul as the Preacher of the Good News of God (1), the Promise of the Good News (2), and the Person of the Good News (3-4). This morning we will consider the Provi

The Provision of the Good News This morning we are continuing on with Paul’s introduction to the Romans. We’ve covered Paul as the Preacher of the Good News of God (1), the Promise of the Good News (2), and the Person of the Good News (3-4). This morning we will consider the Provision of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Privileges Of The Good News Series

Contributed by Bart Leger on Jul 27, 2007

So far in our study of the first seven verses of Romans chapter one we have looked at the Preacher of the Good News, Paul (1), the Promise (2), the Person (3-4), the Provision (5a), and the Proclamation (5b-6). This morning we will be exploring the Privil

The Privileges of the Good News So far in our study of the first seven verses of Romans chapter one we have looked at the Preacher of the Good News, Paul (1), the Promise (2), the Person (3-4), the Provision (5a), and the Proclamation (5b-6). This morning we will be exploring the Privileges (7) ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Becoming Good Stewards Series

Contributed by Andrew Stringer on Jul 28, 2007

This is a modification of a previous sermon on Stewardship from the same passage.

Becoming Good Stewards II Corinthians 8:1-15 Introduction: 1. This morning we began our annual stewardship series! 2. We discussed the requirements of stewardship. 3. Tonight, we will continue with the idea of “Becoming Good Stewards!” 4. How many of you want to be a poor steward in any area of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Confession Is Good For The Soul Series

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Jul 30, 2007

David’s prayer of confession after his adultery with Bathsheba. The fundamental doctrines of the gospel are contained in Psalm 51 - theology, hamartiology and soteriology.

INTRODUCTION Psalm 51 is one of the penitential Psalms or Psalms of Confession. There are six others - 6, 32, 38, 102, 130 and 143. David’s prayer reminds us of the publican’s in Luke 18:13 "God be merciful to me a sinner". 1. THEOLOGY The doctrine of God. Theology comes from two Greek words, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-19

The Bad And Good Of Leaven

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 19, 2007

I think Jesus is saying here that I can take care of divine multiplication, and I can handle a miracle! However, I can’t help those who take in and receive the leaven of this world!

The Bad and Good of Leaven Text: Matthew 16:5-12 5 Now when His disciples had come to the other side, they had forgotten to take bread. 6 Then Jesus said to them, “Take heed and beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and the Sadducees.” 7 And they reasoned among themselves, saying, “It is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:5-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You A Good Sheep

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 25, 2007

Psalm 23

Are You A Good Sheep? Scripture: Psalm 23; Proverbs 16:18 Introduction As I look at each of you, I want you to know that I believe in my heart that each of you are stupid. I will explain why I feel this way later. This morning I want to pose a question to you for you to consider. You do not ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

This Is A Good Time To Be The Church

Contributed by Ralph Coleman on Nov 16, 2006

Church Growth

THIS IS A GOOD TIME TO BE THE CHURCH Matt. 19.21,22 Down through the years the spotlight of the world has been on the church. Given to represent the body of Christ the church was sent to be both an example and a light in the world. Giving His blood for the assurance of deliverance, Jesus died and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

Confession Is Good For The Soul Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 27, 2008

God’s call for you and I to confess. Part 11 of 13 on Spiritual Disc.

Spiritual Disciplines: Confession Sermon Number 11 March 9, 2008 John Ortberg tells the story about the time he and his wife Nancy bought their first piece of new furniture: a mauve sofa. He explained it was more the shade of Pepto-Bismol, but “mauve” sounded better. The furniture salesman ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:9

Denomination: Baptist