Sermons about Justifying The Text

A Church Full Of Deacons Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 5, 2006

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Study of 3 levels of "diakonos" = deacons / servants in the Scriptures. Can be used for ordination. Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Presentation.

A Church Full of Deacons Acts 6:1-6 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/ChurchFullOfDeacons.html It’s a shame that if I were to ask what are the two offices in the church, somebody would say, "I know, Jerry’s and Jeremy’s." The real answer is Pastor and Deacon. Some don’t know who their deacons are. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus, The Perfect Child [after Christmas Sermon] Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 5, 2006

based on 68 ratings

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Jesus grew in wisdom [MENTALLY], in stature [PHYSICALLY], and in favor with God [SPIRITUALLY] and with man [SOCIALLY]. Link included to formatted text and PowerPoint Template.

Jesus, The Perfect Child Luke 2:40-52 Luke 2:40 And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon him. There is a statement about His body, soul, and Spirit. Luke 2:52 And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:40-52

Denomination: Baptist

Killing The Old Varmint

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 5, 2007

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In this text, there are some strong, powerful reasons for killing the earthly nature in us. 1- Because God is angry 2- Because the new has come

INTRO.- ILL.- Two snakes were out for a stroll, when one turned to the other and asked: "Are we poisonous?" "Why no, we’re not", said the second. Again the first snake asked, "Are you sure we’re not poisonous?" "Yes, we are definitely NOT poisonous." Again the snake asked, "Are you sure we’re ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas Candlelight Service

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Dec 18, 2007

based on 35 ratings

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One candle pierces the darkness, but many candles together shed light on everything within the darkness. Text & audio will be placed at www.sermonlist.com

LUKE 2:10-11 ‘And the angel spoke to the shepherds and said, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for al the people. Today, in the town of David, a Savior has been born to you; He is Christ the Lord.” And Christ was born. For centuries before this, mankind had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: *other

Keep Away From The Brothers

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 6, 2009

based on 48 ratings

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Our text tells us what idleness is in God’s eyes. 1- Idleness is sinning 2- Idleness is stealing 3- Idleness is snooping

INTRO.- Keep away from the brothers. That’s strange advice. Keep away from certain people. That may not be so strange. ILL.- A farmer, seeing a lot of crows picking up seed he had sown in a field, took his shotgun and fired at them. All the birds flew away except one that lay wounded on the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Priority Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Oct 1, 2008

based on 11 ratings

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Peter expresses here in this text the necessity of developing Christian character. This sermon addresses the priority we must have as Christians daily to be christ-like.

The Priority 2 Peter 1:1-11 Intro A wife remarked to her husband after the church service: “Did you see the hat Mrs. Jones was wearing?” “No,” said the husband, “I didn’t.” “Did you see the new dress Mrs. Smith had on?” she asked. “I’m afraid I didn’t,” said her husband. To this his wife ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is Worthy To Open The Book?

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 23, 2011

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It's the title deed to the earth, and the devil, the god of this world, is currently in possession of it, but not for long! Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

WHO IS WORTHY TO OPEN THE BOOK? REV. 5 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/WhoIsWorthy.html Rev. 5 tells us of a scroll in heaven which is sealed w/ 7 seals. There is no way we could over-emphasize the importance of this scroll. The fact that it was sealed 7 times speaks to its importance, for in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Jehovah-Nissi "The Lord Is My Banner" Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Jul 11, 2011

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As Americans we are proud of our banner, the Stars and Stripes, but as Christians we have a much greater banner that is revealed to us here in our text.

Purpose: To describe how Moses exalted the Lord before God's enemies. Aim: I want the listener to determine to lift up the Lord in their everyday lives. INTRODUCTION: "It was Sep 13, 1814. A young United States attorney secured permission to board a British warship in an attempt to arrange the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Managing Your Family

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 7, 2009

based on 4 ratings

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This message uses the text from II Tim. 1:7 as an outline for managing your family according to the "spirit of power, love, and sound judgment"

Managing your Family II Timothy 1:7 CHCC: August 2, 2009 VIDEO - The Perfect Family (available from Sermon Central) INTRODUCTION: How many of you had that kind of experience when you were getting your family to church? We’re starting a series today called iManage - and today we’re talking ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Marriage Of The Lamb Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Oct 25, 2009

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In our text today we see that this all powerful God will forever join Himself with sinners He has washed pure in the blood of Christ.

Revelation 19:7-10 Purpose: To describe the blessed eternal union of all believers with Christ. Aim: I want the listener to rejoice in God’s grace. INTRODUCTION: In the first six verses of this chapter we see a heavenly vision of the awesome power and glory of God. He is the ultimate and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:7-10, Revelation 7:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Famine In The Promised Land Series

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Oct 26, 2009

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In beginning an interim pulpit ministry, God directed my attention to Abram/Abraham as a paradigm of faith. Some will object to the almost typological approach to these texts.

Famine in the Promised Land Text: Genesis 12:1-20 Today, may or may not be the beginning of a journey together. But whether God allows me to stay with you over a long period of time or whether today is merely a temporary lesson for an eternal purpose, God has placed this message on my heart. Today, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-20

Denomination: *other

Being Real For God

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Apr 30, 2008

based on 17 ratings

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A message about what it takes to reall experience God in our lives. EXODUS 33. Text, audio, & communion meditation at www.sermonlist.com

When electricity became available in remote rural areas, one woman went to great trouble and expense to have electricity installed in her home. A few months after the power was turned on; the power company noticed that the home didn’t use very much power. Fearing that there was a problem they ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:12-33

Denomination: *other

Keeping It Hot

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Sep 23, 2007

based on 9 ratings

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A message telling how to keep the marriage relatiosnhip from burning out. Text, outline, MP3, and powerpoint will be placed at www.sermonlist.com

I don’t know about you, but I love Mexican food. And I have found out something very important about eating Mexican food: No matter what you order, it always tastes better if you put some salsa on it. It is good without the salsa, but it is even better with it. Why? Because salsa is made up of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-33

Denomination: *other

The Same, Only Different

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Mar 5, 2008

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A sermon showing the similarities and the differences between John the Baptist and his cousin Jesus. Text, audio, and communion meditation will be placed at www.sermonlist.com

MATTHEW 3:1-3a ‘In those days, John the Baptist came preaching in the Desert of Judea, and saying, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near.” This is he who was spoken of through the prophet Isaiah.’ Beginning in VERSE 4-6 ‘John’s clothes were made of camel’s hair and he had a leather belt ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-6

Denomination: *other

The Missing Link

Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 28, 2011

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Exposition of Ephesians 5 and John 15 regarding living the Spirit-filled Christian life out of the two most important texts that deal with the matter.

Text: Eph 5:18, John 15:5-8, Title: The Missing Link, Date/Place: NRBC, 11/27/11, AM A. Opening illustration: read the story at the opening of The Spirit Filled Life, “I’m willing to bet there are millions of churchgoers across America who cannot confidently say they have experienced ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18

Denomination: Baptist

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