Sermons on Guidance:

Who Is Jesus Christ To You? Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 4, 2007

It’s the PERENNIAL question, a PERSONAL question, & a PROVIDENTIAL question. A Legend? A Liar? A Lunatic? Or is He LORD?! Link inc. to formatted text, audio & video, and PowerPoint Presentation.

Who is Jesus Christ to You? Matthew 16:13-17 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/WhoJesusChrist.html Jesus and the disciples are about 120 miles from Jerusalem in northern Palestine. We’re closing in on the time when He will go to the Holy City and the cross upon which He will die. But before He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Expectation Series

Contributed by Todd Pugh on Jul 11, 2007

This sermon looks at how our expectations are vital to the outcome of our lives. A five part series dealing with what it means to get ahead and what it takes to get there. Based on Isaiah 55.

Expectation Sunday Sermon / Getting Ahead Sermon Series May 6th, 2007 Intro: Getting Ahead: Week One / Satisfaction, Here’s the bottom line issue: Without drawing your deepest level satisfaction from God, you will never be truly satisfied with anything in life. Week Two / Control Isaiah 55:8 "8 ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:10-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Mushrooms Or Maple Trees: Spiritual Growth As God Intended Sermon #3 Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jul 16, 2007

A life that pleases God is focused on the person and words of Jesus Christ.

Mushrooms or Maple Trees: Spiritual Growth as God Intended Sermon #3 Sermon Objective: A life that pleases God is focused on the person and words of Jesus Christ. PRE-SERVICE INTRO We are in a sermon series called Mushrooms and Maple Trees. Mushrooms sprout up overnight and then wither away in a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene

Revelation, Part 18 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 29, 2007

Study of the Book of Revelation

Revelation Part 18 Revelation 11:11-18 Introduction Last week we examined the two witnesses and their ministry on this world. We learned that they are examples of proclaiming the truth in this world, and because of their ministry, many will come to salvation and repentance. We also discovered ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 11:11-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fire

Contributed by Larry Elder on Aug 1, 2007

One of the notable symbols of Pentecost is that of "fire." We remember that there was fire at the first Pentecost - the giving of the law to Moses 50 days after the crossing of the Red Sea as the Israelites departed Egypt. Here’s the description given to

Fire Acts 2:1-4 Acts 2:1-4… On the day of Pentecost, seven weeks after Jesus’ resurrection, the believers were meeting together in one place. 2 Suddenly, there was a sound from heaven like the roaring of a mighty windstorm in the skies above them, and it filled the house where they were meeting. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Prayer Is 4 Things ...

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 4, 2007

Understanding The Lord’s Prayer in 4 Parts

The 4 Parts of Prayer Luke 11:1-4 Introduction We have been studying for a while now about the book of Revelation, and this morning I thought it would be important to take a small break and focus on prayer. As many Christians can testify too, prayer is extremely important. It is the vehicle we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

1st Sunday In Lent

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Feb 24, 2007

Through our Lord’s Temptation, he reveals what it means to live our lives in faith.

1st Sunday in Lent - February 25, 2007 “Series C” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, give us the courage to walk with your Son in faithfulness. Through the power of your Holy Spirit, give us wisdom to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Discover You Life Map Series

Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on Mar 2, 2007

God wants us to discover our life map (the Bible) to help us in the Amazing Race of Life.

Discovering Your Life Map 2 Timothy 3:16-17 I had been the pastor of Georgetown United Methodist church for just over twenty-four hours when the call came into the church office. One of the long time members of the church was headed to Meadowview regional medical center in Maysville. She had a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Methodist

Asking For Directions Series

Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on Mar 9, 2007

The Spirit of God, the Holy Spirit, can direct our life as clearly as a GSP system, if we will listen.

Asking for Directions March 11, 2007 “Directed by the Holy Spirit” This last Tuesday, Tim Birkeland, Roy Jameson, and I went to visit with Jim Griffin, a church consultant in Columbus. As we were driving up Tim used his GPS locater and mapping program. I was amazed at how it not only tracked ...read more

Scripture: John 16:13

Denomination: Methodist

What Is Revival?

Contributed by Dr. Ronnie Grizzle on Mar 25, 2007

Show Christians that Revival is needed today and the definite results of genuine revival in the believers life.

What is Revival 2 Chron 7.14 If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land. (2 Chronicles 7:14) Do you believe that today’s church ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

Beyond Strict Morality

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Apr 3, 2007

Morality is more than "strict" or "lax". It begins in the heart, develops moral principles and guidlines, and ultimately is in the context of a relationship with God who cares

Beyond Strict Mark 2:23-3:6 Illus: I placed signs on the wall on either side of the platform: "strict" and "lax", moving back and forth toward one or the other at appropriate times. How strict should you be? How strict should you be with your kids? How strict should you be ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God Is Like Sears: He Has Everything

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 5, 2007

Do we limit God by saying that He has everything but then don’t believe it? Do we limit Him by saying, "Maybe it is not for me."

April, 2007 “God is Like Sears: He Has Everything” Colossians 2:6-15 INTRODUCTION: “God is Like Sears: He Has Everything.” Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Most people would probably say, “Yes, I would agree,” however, why then do so many people, including Christians, often live ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-15

Denomination: Methodist

The Reason God Saved Us

Contributed by Preacher Fo Real on Apr 16, 2007

Plan, purpose and position of the Child of God

The reason God saved us. Romans 6: 4 –7 It is always exciting to witness someone accepting the offer of salvation from God. It is amazing to watch as they develop from a babe in Christ to a full-grown man or woman of God. Although, we do not actually understand all that is involved in our being ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:4-7

Denomination: *other

Ministerial Gifts Series

Contributed by David Johnston on Apr 17, 2007

Continuing to look at the Ministerial Gifts within the local church and their true purpose and whether or not these gifts are still vital today.

Eph. 4:11-12 11 And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers; 12 For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ: Everything God does, he does well. Not only in the creation, but also ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Greatest Mother Of All

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Apr 27, 2007

Five godly qualities which Mary possessed that mark her off as perhaps the greatest mother of all time.

The Greatest Mother of All Luke 1:46-49 The producers of the TV program, “The Simpsons” have gone too far in my estimation. In a recent broadcast, they portrayed Mary, the mother of Jesus as someone who intervenes in a fight by beating up all the combatants. She settles the melee by using ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-49

Denomination: Wesleyan