Sermons on J Gordon Melton:

Putting Off The Old (2024)

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Dec 2, 2024

‘Putting off the old’ – Ephesians chapter 4 verses 17-32 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Command (vs 17-19) (2). The Explanation (vs 20-24) (3). The Application (25-32) SERMON BODY: Ill: • A friend of mine Les Hardwick once saw a homeless person, • And decided to help him. • He noticed he was wearing a dirty old coat. • It was ripped and fit only for the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32

Denomination: Brethren

Ephesians: A Life-Changing Letter (An Overview Of Ephesians)

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Oct 6, 2024

A Life-changing Letter - An Overview of Ephesians - sermon by Gordon Curley (MP3 Audio only) (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: The Background of the Letter: (a). The City (b). The Church (c). The Correspondence The Structure of the Letter (a). The Sections (b). The Purpose (c). The Ideas SERMON BODY: Ill: • Sports brand logos quiz. • Diadora • Umbro • Under Amour • New ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-3

Denomination: Brethren

This Treasure Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 25, 2016

This Treasure – 2 Corinthians chapter 4 verse 1 to chapter 5 verse 10 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: We Have a Glorious Ministry (chapter 4 verses 1-6) We Have a Valuable Treasure (chapter 4 verses 7-12). We Have a Confident Faith (chapter 4 verses 13-18). We Have a Future Hope (chapter 5 verses 1-10) SERMON BODY: Ill: • We all love the idea of finding a hidden ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Grace Is Greater Than The Law!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Oct 16, 2016

Grace Is Greater Than The Law – Hebrews chapter 12 verses 18-29 – sermon by Gordon Curley. PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: • (1). Mount Sinai: the mountain of fear (vs 18-21). • (2). Mount Zion: the mountain of faith (vs 22-24). SERMON BODY: Ill: • If there is one word in the English language that is sure to cause a debate when spoken, • It is the word is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:18-24

Denomination: Brethren

The God You Can Know Series

Contributed by Billy Noel on Jun 14, 2008

J Sidlow Baxter says God is a mystery, yet God says in Jeremiah 4: 23-24 that you and I can understand and know Him, knowing God is a process, you must seek Him and get to know Him by experience and divine revelation

The God You Should Know Jer. 9:23-24 J Sidlow Baxter: “God is the greatest of all mysteries and the greatest of all realities” In spite of the mystery God is a God that you can know Jer 29:12 Then shall ye call upon me, and ye shall go and pray unto me, and I will hearken unto you. Jer 29:13 And ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 9:23-24

Denomination: Christian Church

New Life In The Spirit Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 13, 2011

The New Life in the Spirit, made possible through faith in Jesus Christ as Lord of Life, brings deliverance from the old bondage of sin 7 death. One obtains the New Life in the Spirit by availing oneself to the resources of life that are his "in Christ J

ROMANS 8: 1 -4 "NEW LIFE IN THE SPIRIT" In Chapter 8 the tone of Paul's letter changes to one of victory and confidence. He has discovered that the same grace that saved him will also enable him. Just as he transferred his trust and surrendered to Christ for his salvation, so he must ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-4, Romans 8:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Quench Not The Spirit

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Feb 1, 2014

I want to acknowledge that I gleaned information from many contributors here on Sermon Central as well as J. Lee Grady from which most of the information came from. Thank you all and please feel free to use this sermon to the Glory of God.

Listen to the Women !!! 1 Peter 3:1 Likewise, ye wives, be in subjection to ( or FAITHFUL to ) your own husbands; Notes on 1 Peter 3:1 The word “subjection does not translate “under the authority of” here, it translates “faithful”. Ephesians 5:23 For the husband ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:19

Denomination: Foursquare

A Revival For The Word Of God

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 4, 2015

Psalm 119 reveals two things that are needed for revival (Material adapted from Paul J. Bucknell at: http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Psalms/Psalm119/Psalm119.156_Revival_Word-of-God.html)

HoHum: O Holy Ghost, Revival comes from Thee; Send a revival, Start the work in me. Thy Word declares Thou wilt supply our need; For blessings now, O Lord, I humbly plead. WBTU: Psalm 119 is a psalm that will bring revival if we take it seriously. We often believe that we need nothing. We are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:25-159

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Connecting Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 5, 2018

At CHC we want everyone to “Connect with God and Connect with People.” We cannot settle for a dry shallow view of Christianity in our life and just know of God we must be willing to go deeper into a relationship with God to actually know God intimately. J

Opening Illustration: The Car Chase! Series: You Asked for It – What is the churches mission or mission statement? Why is the church here? Focus of this message is on our Church Motto: “Connecting with God and Connecting with people!” Sermon: Connecting Question: What is CHC’s ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-17, 1 John 4:11-12, Matthew 22:37-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mary & Elizabeth’s Joy!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2015

Mary & Elizabeth’s Joy – Luke chapter 1 verses 39-56 - sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Joy of Elisabeth (vs 39-45). (2). The Joy of the unborn son, John (vs 41): (3). The Joy of Mary (vs 46-56). SERMON BODY: • The passage in Luke’s gospel contains Mary’s song; • It is one of the most famous songs in Christianity. • It has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-56

Denomination: Brethren

Pentecost: 'the Holy Spirit Is Given'

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jun 8, 2025

PENTECOST: 'The Holy Spirit is Given' - Acts chapter 1 verses 1-13 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Day of Pentecost (vs 1a) (2). The Coming of the Spirit (vs 2-4) (3). The Reaction of the Crowd (vs 5-13) SERMON BODY: Ill: • Happy Birthday is probably the best-known song, • In the English-speaking world, • It was written in 1893 by two sisters, • Mildred & Patty ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Brethren

Encountering God, Experiencing Change.

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Apr 17, 2016

Encountering God, Experiencing Change – Isaiah chapter 6 verses 1-8 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: • Principle 1: God Uses Circumstances to Make Us Aware of His Presence (vs 1). • Principle 2: God Reveals His Character to Make Us See Our Need. • Principle 3: God Gives Us Hope to Make Us Know We Are Useful (vs 8). • Principle 4: God Expands Our Vision to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Brethren

The Greatest Commandment

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jun 14, 2015

The Greatest Commandment – Matthew chapter 22 verses 36-40 - sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). A Controlling Opponent (vs 34). (2). A Calculated Snare (vs 35). (3). A Cunning Question (vs 36). (4). A Comprehensive Answer (vs 37-40): (5). A Challenging Application (vs 37). SERMON BODY: Ill: • I guess you’ve seen their adverts on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Brethren

Jesus The King: Paying The Bill!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Feb 12, 2017

Jesus The King: Paying the Bill - Matthew chapter 17 verses 24-27 - sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: Jesus Declared as King: • Matthew chapter 2 verse 2: • "Where is he born to be KING of the Jews". • Matthew chapter 4 verse 23: • "Jesus went throughout Galilee...preaching the good news of the KINGDOM, • Matthew chapter 21 verse 5: • "Your KING is coming to you riding on a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:24-27

Denomination: Brethren

Rich Man, Poor Man Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 28, 2017

Rich Man, Poor Man - James chapter 2 verses 1-13 - sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Principle Stated (vs 1). (2). The Principle Illustrated (vs 2-4) (3). The Principle Explained (vs 5-11) (3). Principle Applied (vs 12-13). SERMON BODY Ill: • We have expression that goes; ‘blind justice’. • It comes from the Greek statue for justice, which is a woman ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Brethren