Sermons on Gray Issues:

Monday Again? Monday Again!

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Nov 29, 2007

Sermon for Labor Day on a Biblical view of work

MONDAY AGAIN? MONDAY AGAIN! A Biblical View of Work Labor Day Sunday September 2, 2007 Pastor Brian Matherlee A man in a hot air balloon realized he was lost. He reduced altitude and spotted a woman below. He descended a bit more and shouted, "Excuse me, can you help me? I promised a friend I ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23

Denomination: Wesleyan

Advent 3 - (Joy) 2006 Series

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 7, 2007

A sermon for the third Sunday of Advent. Joy.

Surprised by Joy Text (Philippians 4:4-7 TNIV) Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say it, Rejoice. Let all people know your forbearance. The Lord is at hand. Have no anxiety about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Forward Faith

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Nov 13, 2008

Faith is all about moving in a forward direction and trusting God to lead us.

Forward Faith Griffith Baptist Church – 11/16/08 A.M. Service Text: Hebrews 11:11-16 Key verse: Hebrews 11:13 - These all died in faith, not having received the promises, but having seen them afar off, and were persuaded of them, and embraced them, and confessed that they were strangers and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord's Love For Children

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 7, 2008

5 signs of the Lord’s love for children

The Lord’s Love for Children Luke 18:15-17 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church – Sept. 21, 2008 *The tune was first written as a marching song for the Union Army, during the Civil War: “Tramp, Tramp, Tramp, the Boys are Marching.” Later this tune became one of the all-time favorite ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Dinosaurs & Bible

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Oct 27, 2005

The Dinosaur Question. - The Bible refers to many common animals that we know today. What is interesting is that it has three animals that we no longer recognize. The Dragon, Behemoth & Leviathan

PowerPoint Available + = New Slide > = Transation Dinosaurs & Bible + - ’Intelligent design’ trial in fourth week - - Intelligent design is being promoted in schools across more than 20 states in the US. > Barna public schools should teach creationism (54% vs. 36%). >(59%) favor teaching ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Great Prayers For The Next Generation

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 9, 2011

VBS prayer service. Pray for children to: 1. know they are God’s creation (Psa 139:13-14). 2. know God cares for them (1 Pet 5:5-7). 3. trust in the cross of Christ (Eph 1:3-7). 4. follow Christ (Phil 2:5) 5. find the correct way to live (Jam 1:5)

Great Prayers for the Next Generation Psalm 139:13-14, 1 Peter 5:5-7, Eph 1:3-7, Phil 2:5, James 1:5 *We are here tonight to do one of the most important things we can ever do for Vacation Bible School: We are here to pray for VBS. 1. First: Pray for the children to know that they are God’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Once Saved, Always Saved

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 7, 2011

A sermon against once saved always saved (Material adapted from Dr. Jack Cottrell's boo, Set Free)

HoHum: A fellow got up one morning and decided he no longer was going to shave himself, he was instead going to the barber for his morning shave. The town barber also happened to be the local preacher in town. When the guy walked into the barber shop the barber/preacher was not there, he was out ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Brush Strokes Of The Master Artist (Part 1)

Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on Nov 14, 2011

Shows how God paints a picture in our lives as to how He wants us to live

The Brush Strokes of the Master Artist (Part 1 of 2) Rom 12:9-16 As we continue today to look at Romans 12; Paul in the verses that we are going to look at today begins to paint a picture on the canvas of life Paul gives us a picture of what the Christian should be doing to live out their faith ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-16

Denomination: Baptist

Lifestyles Of The Rich And Famous

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 9, 2013

Joint heirs with Christ are rich, and people whose names are written in heaven are famous!

Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous Ephesians 1:1-3 audio: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/130109pm That TV program focused on temporal things. The Bible focuses on eternity and things of lasting value. It’s a good thing we can’t choose what family we are born into, for our nature would choose a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

In The Mornings /Take With Food Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 28, 2011

HOW WE BEGIN EACH DAY SPIRITUALLY HAS A SIGNIFICANT IMPACT ON OUR SPIRITUAL HEALTH.

In the Mornings /Take with Food January 16th, 2011 Ephesians 3:14-19 INTRODUCTION Most of us begin the day wi breakfast. What do you prefer? Mom was Right! Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day for everyone. Many studies have found ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-19

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

God And Justice

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Sep 23, 2011

Christians should show mercy to those unjustly oppressed.

GOD AND JUSTICE Texts: Amos 6, 8; Zephaniah 3 @ "Injustice is relatively easy to bear; what stings is justice."__ H.L. Mencken, Prejudices We should act with justice in everything. Justice can be considered right behavior. Ethics involve or express moral approval or disapproval consistent with ...read more

Scripture: Amos 6:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God

Sardis, Mail Call Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Oct 15, 2012

A sermon on the seven churches of Asia Minor.

Sardis, Mail Call! Revelation 3:1-6 Revelation 3:1 And unto the angel of the church in Sardis write; These things saith he that hath the seven Spirits of God, and the seven stars; I know thy works, that thou hast a name that thou livest, and art dead. 2 Be watchful, and strengthen the things ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

All Things To All Men Series

Contributed by Tom Owen on Jan 14, 2011

verse by verse through Acts

What a great song that was, In Christ alone. That’s the kind of song that should move us to action. If we really believe all that we just sang we should be moved and excited to get this message out to others. And I’ll bet that many of us here do have a burden for people who don’t ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Illumination

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Sep 12, 2014

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Spiritual Illumination John 16:13; I Cor. 2 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/SpiritualIllumination.html I can speak to ears, but only God can speak to hearts! That's supernatural revelation...the Spirit of God opening our eyes to the truths beyond our intellect. Now, spiritual illumination... 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:7-14

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus: The Life Of The Party Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jun 1, 2009

This message looks at Jesus’ life and how ministered through social engagements.

Our text opens with Jesus and His disciples receiving an invitation to attend a wedding celebration in Cana of Galilee. This event often leaves us scratching our heads. We picture Jesus as being a man on a mission, focused and always serious. We have a very difficult time picturing Him having fun ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ