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  • The Corruption Of Men And The Decree Of God. Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 26, 2018
     | 8,310 views

    It is clear that these verses show how wicked the human race had become, and that God was certainly justified in destroying it and beginning again with Noah and his family.

    October 18, 2013 Commentary on the Book of Genesis By: Tom Lowe Lesson I.D.1: The Corruption of Men and the Decree of God. (Genesis 6.1-8) Genesis 6.1-8 1 And it came to pass, when men began to multiply on the face of the earth, and daughters were born unto them, 2 That the sons of God saw the ...read more

  • Christ Is The Main Course

    Contributed by Imelda Mesa on Dec 30, 2018
     | 2,534 views

    He predestined us to become image-bearer of Jesus. He called us for His purpose. He justified us. He glorified us.

    Wow! Barely two days before Christmas! It’s a challenge to find a parking space in Westfield, or Kmart or possibly in any shops these days! Not many holidays can throw the world in such a frenzy, but Christmas surely do. Christmas is always special. In last Sunday’s message, we were reminded how ...read more

  • All Or Nothing!

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Aug 29, 2003
    based on 47 ratings
     | 4,232 views

    We can’t trust in our works and the grace of God at the same time. We are justified freely by the promise of God to all who believe.

    All or Nothing Galatians 3:6-14 Abraham and Sarah had been blessed. They had experienced many years of marital camaraderie and intimacy, enjoyed a full life with many wonderful memories, and were looking forward to their retirement years. Just as they were making plans to sleep late during the ...read more

  • Living By Faith

    Contributed by Paul George on Sep 29, 2003
    based on 11 ratings
     | 2,843 views

    There are those who claim we must be sanctified, that is holy, before we can be justified. They claim universal holiness or obedience must precede justification.

    There are those who claim we must be sanctified, that is holy, before we can be justified. They claim universal holiness or obedience must precede justification. Unless they mean that justification at the last day, the claim is not only impossible it is contradictory. It is not a believer in ...read more

  • The Real Lord's Prayer

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 7, 2014
    based on 10 ratings
     | 15,671 views

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    The REAL Lord's Prayer John 17:1-5 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/RealLordsPrayer.html Jesus was the greatest preacher who ever lived. And His sermon on the mount was the greatest sermon ever preached. But not one time did any of His disciples ask Him, "Teach us to preach." They said, "Teach us ...read more

  • Sickness, Health, And Healing

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Jul 20, 2003
    based on 111 ratings
     | 25,155 views

    The text was the lectionary text for the 6th. Sunday after Pentecost with the theme that Jesus is present to heal His people today.

    SICKNESS, HEALTH, AND HEALING by R. David Reynolds MARK 6:53-56 The late Bruce Thielemann, pastor of Pittsburgh’s First Presbyterian Church tells, the story of a clergy friend Southern California who knew a woman who had been in a mental hospital many years suffering from extreme depression. ...read more

  • God Is In Control

    Contributed by Ronald Moore on Oct 24, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 6,440 views

    God is saying in this text that he is in control. Everything is in His hand

    Grace, peace and mercy be unto you all who are redeemed by the blood of the lamb. Amen. Sermon: I want to tell you a story about a little boy who got mad at God. The mother was very concerned with the behavior of her son. When the family bowed their heads to say grace the little boy stared off ...read more

  • The Church Boss Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 11, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,133 views

    If Christ is the head of the church, no bullying can ever be justified to bring about the result a leader desires. We must permit the Spirit of God to rule the church, and not mere mortals.

    “I have written something to the church, but Diotrephes, who likes to put himself first, does not acknowledge our authority. So if I come, I will bring up what he is doing, talking wicked nonsense against us. And not content with that, he refuses to welcome the brothers, and also stops those who ...read more

  • Justification By Faith Alone! Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 1, 2005
    based on 66 ratings
     | 15,418 views

    The question before Paul, Peter, and indeed us is, "How can a condemned sinner be justified?" Paul’s answer to this crucial question is before us in this sermon.

    Scripture Charlie Chaplin was a huge movie star in the silent-picture era. One of the by-products of his popularity was the look-alike contests that sprung up around the country. Contestants attempted to imitate Chaplin dressed as the “tramp” character he made popular in his films. Even the ...read more

  • I Believe In Footwashing

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 24, 2014
    based on 6 ratings
     | 18,404 views

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    I Believe in Footwashing John 13:1-14 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/footwashing.html Jesus does an object lesson. It's a visual expression of a spiritual truth. A lesson in Humility 1. The Lord's example. Consider the culture of that day. When someone visited your house, it was customary to ...read more

  • The World And The Word

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 9, 2015
    based on 9 ratings
     | 18,262 views

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    The World and the Word John 17:6-19 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/WorldWord.html Many Christians have given up on the idea of living a truly victorious, holy Christian life. They have a besetting sin which has them in a headlock. Maybe more than one. They have tried to get the victory, but ...read more

  • The Power Of Confessing Sins

    Contributed by Susan Mende on Jul 9, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,210 views

    We don’t take responsibility for the mistakes that we make, but we learn to justify our mistakes by blaming something or someone else. But there is power in confessing our sins!

    Icebreaker: A teacher asks a little boy as to why he was late to school. He replies that his mother served the breakfast late. When his mother was asked, she replied that the milkman delivered the milk late. The milkman, in turn, replied that the cow didn’t give milk on time. But the cow blamed the ...read more

  • Understanding The Twelve Purposes For Trials, Trouble, Testing

    Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 7, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,257 views

    A survey of the Bible texts concerning trials

    UNDERSTANDING THE TWELVE BIBLICAL PURPOSES FOR TESTING, TRIALS & TROUBLES 1. God allows trials so that we might become stronger Christians (James 1:3, 4) Reason #1 To Praise The Lord! “My brethren count it all joy when ye fall into divers generations; knowing this that the trying of your ...read more

  • Battle Stations!

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 25, 2015
    based on 6 ratings
     | 14,578 views

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    Battle Stations Philippians 1:27-30 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/BattleStations.html vv. 1-11 Sons enjoying the fellowship of the gospel. vv. 12-26 Servants sharing in the furtherance of the gospel. vv. 27-30 Soldiers defending the faith of the gospel. One major criticism of our movement ...read more

  • The Secret To Success - Submission

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Apr 8, 2015
    based on 6 ratings
     | 12,336 views

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    The Secret of Success: Submission Philippians 2:1-8 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/SecretSubmission.html Chapter 1 taught us that joy comes from single-mindedness. Paul had a singular goal - getting out the gospel. [1:12] Even if it meant him going to jail, or being criticized [v. 16 - at ...read more