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The Inheritors

Contributed by Don Jones on Jan 21, 2007

The message was delivered at the 2007 membership banquet. It focuses on the purpose and mission of WGBC.

The Inheritors Membership Banquet 2007 Pastor Don Jones Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” Matthew 19:26 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:26

Denomination: Baptist

Having Joy Unspeakable Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 4, 2011

Only the Lord can give us pure Joy. There is joy suckers and we need to be looking for Godly Joy.

Having Joy Unspeakable Galatians 5:22 Introduction- Last week we began a series on the Fruit of the Spirit. We began with patience because everyone does so well with it. If you will be patient with me this morning, we are going to look at joy, another characteristic of the fruit of the Spirit. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-27

Denomination: Nazarene

The Godless Man

Contributed by Alan Vaughn on Mar 20, 2011

Esau and Jacob one was Godless the other of God.

The Godless Man by Alan Vaughn Obadiah 1:10-11 Obadiah 1:10-11 (New International Version, ©2011) 10 Because of the violence against your brother Jacob, you will be covered with shame; you will be destroyed forever. 11 On the day you stood aloof while strangers carried off his wealth ...read more

Scripture: Obadiah 1:10-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Hope, That Doesn’t Disappoint

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Dec 12, 2010

You don’t have to do anything to deserve God’s favor, and that’s one of the hardest things to learn about Gods goodness and Favor. The fact that you don’t have to do anything, just boggles a lot of peoples minds.

A Hope that does not disappoint Romans 5:5 NKJ 5Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us. But “hope” in the Bible is a confident and positive expectation of good. God wants you to have a confident expectation ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Freedom To Worship Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 30, 2012

Freedom to Worship

THE FREEDOM TO WORSHIP 2 Samuel 6:14-23 July 4, 2010 INTRODUCTION: I have to tell you I've done some embarrassing things in my life like when Wilma from Anderson Christian Church came up to me after a sermon and said, "I've got to tell you something" I thought it might be "Amazing ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:14-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"fear"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 19, 2022

A sermon about overcoming fear through the Risen Christ.

“Fear” John 20:19-31 Our Gospel Lesson this morning begins on the evening of Easter. The doors are shut; they are “locked for fear of the Jewish leaders.” And this is understandable. The disciples were, after-all, followers of this Man who the Jewish leaders hated—hated enough for them to ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: United Methodist

An Ark-Ie, Ark-Ie. Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 9, 2011

We have seen Noah's Walk and now his Work.

Intro: 1. A 320-year-old Strad-i-var-ius cello [chel-o] that had been missing for 3 weeks has been returned to the Los Angeles Phil-har-mon-ic Orchestra after it avoided becoming the world's most expensive CD rack. The instrument was accidentally left outside the owners home. Nearby video ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Vigilant Servant

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 14, 2016

To show that GOD will serve us in the days to come because He's the Eternal Great GOD, and all His creations will serve Him by waiting for His return.

I. EXORDIUM: How do you show your greatness? By being a vigilant servant. Matthew 20:26 Matthew 20:26 (Amplified Bible) Not so shall it be among you; but whoever wishes to be great among you must be your servant, II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:37

Denomination: Pentecostal

Blessed Assurance

Contributed by La Juana Morris on Aug 21, 2002

Faith in God is our insurance for assurance

Therefore, brethren, having boldness to enter the Holiest by the blood of Jesus, by a new and living way which He consecrated for us, through the veil, that is, His flesh, and having a High Priest over the house of God. Let us draw near with a true heart in full blessed Assurance of faith, having ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25, Hebrews 10:19

Denomination: Methodist

The Right Soil

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 29, 2002

Jesus revealed that the condition of men’s hearts are the limiting factor to the spread of the Gospel. What makes them the limiting factor? 5 limiting factors in the multiplication/spread of the Gospel message.

THE RIGHT SOIL—Luke 8:4-15 Jesus revealed that men’s hearts are the limiting factor to the spread of the Gospel. The state of men’s hearts are the limiting factor to the spread of the Gospel(good news of salvation by grace). How are men’s hearts the limiting factor to the spread of God’s Gospel ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:4-15

Denomination: Baptist

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

Our Purpose: Fellowship Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 8, 2006

Fellowship is a commitment to Christ and to one another.

Our Purpose: Fellowship Text: Acts 2:42; Phil. 1:5; Eph. 4:2-3 Introduction 1. Read Acts 2:42 2. Illustration: When Pliny was governor of Bithynia, he wrote a most interesting letter to the Roman Emperor Trajan, asking why Christians were being exterminated, and added: "I have been trying to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42

Denomination: Methodist

The Purpose And Proof Of The Resurrection - Easter Sermon

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 19, 2008

Just like the end of the world is actually only the beginning, this was not the end for Jesus. He Who was is ’the Beginning’ is just getting started! Link inc. to formatted text, audio & video, and PowerPoint Presentation.

The Purpose and Proof of the Resurrection Matthew 27:50-28:15 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/PurposeProof.html After 6 hours on the cross Jesus cried aloud, “It is finished!” And then He died. Is this the end of He Who was in the beginning? Will Christianity die out in a short lived puff of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

It Is The Lord's Purpose That Prevails

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jun 26, 2008

Pentecost 5(B) - It is the Lord’s purpose that always prevails. As mankind is often challenged to understand, then our God diplays his mighty power.

“IT IS THE LORD’S PURPOSE THAT PREVAILS” (Outline) June 15, 2008 -- PENTECOST 5 -- Job 38:1-11 INTRO: The pride of man ruined God’s perfection created in the Garden of Eden. They took the fruit and they ate. They put themselves in the place of God. After thousands of years and ...read more

Scripture: Job 38:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Your Soil...god's Soil?

Contributed by Lorraine Greeff on Apr 30, 2020

is your soil prepared for God, is your soil ready?

YOUR SOIL…GOD’S SOIL? Let us read a well-known parable taken from Luke 8:5-15 A sower went out to sow his seed: and as he sowed, some fell by the wayside; and it was trodden down, and the fowls of the air devoured it. And some fell upon a rock; and as soon as it was sprung up, it withered away, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:5-15

Denomination: Charismatic