Sermons on Grounded:

The Late, Great, Planet Earth.

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Sep 14, 2005

What is prophecy, prophecy is a look into the future but it is also a promise made that will occur. There are many that are ignoring prophecy or should I say promises that are made by God.

The Late, Great, Planet Earth. Jer 22:29 O earth, earth, earth, hear the word of the LORD. What is prophecy, prophecy is a look into the future but it is also a promise made that will ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 22:29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Entering The Upper Room (Or) Countdown To Pentecost

Contributed by Steven Angus on May 31, 2006

The Upper Room is not just a geographical location. It is any where we encounter the Living God.

Countdown to Pentecost ENTERING THE UPPER ROOM Acts 1:6-14 (Preached at FUMC, McMinnville Tn 5/28/2006 by Dr. Steve Angus Whenever a Christian visits the Holy Land one of the places he wants to visit is the Upper Room. There were so many significant things that occurred in the Upper Room. It ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-14, Matthew 1:5-40

Denomination: United Methodist

God's Prescription For Peace Series

Contributed by W F on Jun 18, 2006

If you want peace for yourself and others you have to fight for it. Ephesians 6 gives us God’s prescription for peace.

INTRODUCTION If you want real peace, and if you want to bring peace to others, you have to fight for it. Jesus said, blessed are the peacemakers not peacekeepers. Here in Ephesians 6 God shows you how to fight for peace – both in your own life, and for the people around you. Ephesians 6 gives us ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: *other

Are You A Stoner?

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Feb 20, 2005

The Gospel of John is a gospel devoted to life in Christ. 36 times the greek word Zoe is used in the book. It makes it that much more sad that in Ch 8 we see pharisees brining a woman to the life and light to have her condemend. Contrasts the stoners s

Intro: The Gospel of John is a book about life. You say what? I thought is a book showing Jesus in all His glorious power as the Son of God. But what do we find the purpose of the book to be? John 20.31 “These have been written (miracles and signs) so that you may believe that Jesus is the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Work Is Part Of The Blessing

Contributed by Shawn Raloff on Apr 7, 2007

Happiness / Joy come from knowing your true purpose in life.

Intro: Have you ever had a case of the Mondays? (Robert Frost Quote) Work is part of the blessing, not part of the curse Go ahead – get it out… Genesis 1:28 28 God blessed them and said to them, "Be fruitful and increase in number; fill the earth and subdue it. Rule over the fish of the sea and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:28

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Resurrection Of The Dead

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Oct 8, 2007

An encouraging look at the reality of the coming Resurrection and its nature.

The Resurrection of the Dead John 20:19-20, 24-29 In our text, we see that Thomas had a difficulty in believing in the resurrection of the dead. Until he obtained proof (could see the Jesus with his own eyes and feel Him with his own hands), he would not believe. Jesus provided Doubting Thomas ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:35-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Discovering Your Destiny Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Apr 14, 2008

God desires that every one of His children would discover their destiny – the good plans that He has for their lives. The starting point for this is a God encounter where we hear His call, and respond with faith and obedience.

DISCOVERING YOUR DESTINY ILLUSTRATION: ON DESTINY There was a frog that absolutely knew his destiny was to turn in to a handsome young prince. But for confirmation, he decided to visit a fortuneteller. The fortuneteller brought the frog in and gazed into her crystal ball. She said, “Oh, I see ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: *other

The Power Of The Blood Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Steven W on Mar 12, 2005

What can we learn from the shedding of the blood of Jesus during his time on earth and how we can receive the power of the blood of Jesus today

THE POWER OF THE BLOOD OF JESUS CHRIST Rev 12:9 And the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the whole world: he was cast out into the earth, and his angels were cast out with him. Rev 12:10 And I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, Now is ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:9-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"What Then Shall I Do With Jesus?"

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Mar 26, 2005

An overview of the trials of Jesus

The plot of Harper Lee’s novel “To Kill A Mocking Bird” revolves around the courtroom trial of an innocent black man unjustly accused of raping a white woman. In spite of his innocence and in spite of the valiant efforts made by his attorney, Atticus Finch, the fate of the defendant, Tom Robinson, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Encourage One Another Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on May 29, 2007

The best way we can encourage one another is to remind one another of the hope we have through Jesus Christ.

We all need to be encouraged. Why? Because we all get discouraged. Scripture reading: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-5:11 (What is Paul’s purpose for writing about Christ’s return? Answer: That the Thessalonians might encourage one another. His purpose was not to answer every question about the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Hope, An Anchor For The Soul Series

Contributed by Frank Lay on Sep 13, 2004

Our text for today describes the believers "hope" as an "anchor for the soul, both sure and steadfast."

HOPE: AN ANCHOR FOR THE SOUL Hebrews 6:13-20 Several years ago my parents and I lived on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Our neighbors had a beautiful 65’ yacht. His yacht was in process of being towed when a sudden violent storm came up. The neighbors entire family was on the boat. With the wind ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

Never Satisfied - [gratefulness, Thanksgiving]

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 16, 2005

The Bible gives us 4 things which are never satisfied, and then tells us where true satisfaction comes from. Link included to formatted text and PowerPoint Presentation.

NEVER SATISFIED Proverbs 30:15-16 PowerPoint for this and all our sermons available at http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html ----- As we approach Thanksgiving, let’s turn our hearts toward the idea of satisfaction. It is found only in Christ. Our text lists four areas that are never satisfied: ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 30:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

Creation, Part 1a Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 15, 2011

This series focuses on the Biblical facts of Creation, and using Scripture puts to rest the scientific opinions of how the world was formed. Part 1a is devoted to Day 1, and lays the foundation that if there was no Creator, how can we have a Redeemer?

Creation Series, Part 1a Genesis 1:1-5 Introduction - Today, we begin our series on creation; we’ll examine the foundations of our world - For the most part, every Sunday will be a 2 part message; concluding at night - Psalm 14:1, “Only fools say in their hearts, “There is no ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Introduction To Romans Series

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Feb 12, 2014

An overview of the book of Romans with background given. Application to life given in the fact that this church was founded by laymen, not apostles. Truly, God can use the base things of this world to confound the mighty!

Salvation: Why? and How? or, SALVATION: ITS NEED AND PROVISION Romans Chapters One to Five Calvary Baptist Church Series Begins Sunday, September 30, 2012 Paul's Conversion: Around A.D. 36 or 37. Romans written late A.D. 56 or early 57. OPEN: As he sat in a large and busy city, he thought about ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking Free From The Past

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Jul 17, 2014

Many are looking for something, but are unaware of what they are looking for.

BREAKING FREE FROM THE PAST Colossians 3: 1-11 In an old Candid Camera episode, an actor is on a busy sidewalk and begins looking at the ground. He walks around a bit and continues to look down. People are passing by him and a few give him strange looks. After a couple minutes, he decides to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11

Denomination: *other