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Call Me Barabbas

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 12, 2008

Politician Pilate is on trial now, and he has a finger in the air checking the wind’s direction. Instead of doing what is right, he does what is easy. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Template.

Call Me Barabbas Matthew 27:11-31 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Barabbas.html Last time we saw the religious phase of Jesus’ trial, in which He was accused of blasphemy. But that charge wasn’t worthy of death in the Roman world, so they need to try to dig something else up. How about treason? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian And The World

Contributed by John White on Dec 25, 2006

A message warning of the dangers of compromise with the world.

The Christian And The World II Cor. 6:14-17 The primary problem for many Christians could be in the difficulty encountered in being all they know they should be for the Lord. In having the sort of separated life that Paul talks about here and in Romans 12:1-3. If a Christian is not at all ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Effect Of Righteousness

Contributed by Mark Baker on Feb 14, 2005

What is righteousness and what effect does it have on the believer?

The Effect Of Righteousness -- New Revised Standard Isaiah 32:17 The effect of righteousness will be peace, and the result of righteousness, quietness and trust forever. The New King James says it like this. Isaiah 32:17 The work of righteousness will be peace, and the effect of righteousness, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 32:17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Living By Trust - Not By Effort Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 25, 2005

What happens after we are saved? Sometimes we treat salvation like a car wash - God cleans us up and then tells us not to get dirty again. But is that really grace?

I can’t lift very much - I don’t know how much I bench press - and even though I exercise fairly regularly, I don’t consider myself buff. But if I had a human exoskeleton I sure could be! This machine is designed to turn ordinary men into supermen - you wear it around you and is made of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-21

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Attaining Your Goals Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 25, 2005

How do you get where you want to be? Naturally we try hard and try to be motivated - and hope God approves of us. In reality we need to trust in the Holy Spirit instead of our own abilities.

What if you had to climb a really steep trail - and somebody came along and said, "here, use my brand new 2004 Dodge RAM SRT-10 with its 500 horsepower engine capable of 525 pound feet of torque - able to reach 60 miles an hour in 5 seconds and tear up that mountain trail!" So you say "thanks" ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-18

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Questioning God

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Sep 28, 2005

Have you "said no" to God in something He has made plain to you that He wants? It isn’t too late. Have you "said yes," and not followed through? It’s not too late to regroup.

The greatest thing God will give you is your freedom in Jesus Christ. It’s a promise from the Father, and His promises don’t wither or fade - they last forever! This morning’s text is all about God’s will, and people that obey, or don’t. That is a simple truth everyone can understand. That’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-32

Denomination: United Methodist

The Motivation For Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Aug 28, 2005

The final message from the series on Malachi

I have heard it said over and over again that hindsight is 20/20. How many things can you remember in your life that if you would have known they were going to turn out the way they did, you would have made an entirely different decision? How would you live your life differently today if you knew ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"False Teaching” Series

Contributed by Richard Wafford on Aug 17, 2007

We need to be careful in letting false doctrines infiltrate into our churches today. Balaams and the Nicolaitans teachings are present in todays christian circles.

“False Teaching” To The Church of Pergamum Script. Rev. 2: 12-17 Introduction: To the church at Pergamum, this was no ordinary church this is where Satan has his throne. His throne is no where else in the world but here in Pergamum. Yet this church remained true to the name of Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Truth About Pleasing God Series

Contributed by Tim Huie on Jan 16, 2009

Pleasing God means understanding His will and doing it! But... how do we know the will of God?

THE TRUTH ABOUT PLEASING GOD (1) COLOSSIANS 1:9-10A 1. Illus. of Paul C. • His daddy was an alcoholic who grew violent when he drank. • As a boy, Paul was beaten with a shovel, etc. • No matter what he did, his daddy would find something wrong with it, fly into a rage, and beat him. • When he grew ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Birthed

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Feb 2, 2009

An examination of the 4 births that God has designed for every person to experience.

Birthed John 3:1-7 I WAS READING A BOOK ABOUT HEAVEN RECENTLY in which the author compared the death of a Christian to birth. He said our world is like a womb; we are bound within her. Death for the believer is deliverance to a life beyond our imagining. Interesting, isn’t it?---comparing ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

Bible Research #2 - How To Study The Bible

Contributed by C Jordan on Nov 27, 2008

Bible Research is a condensed Bible College Course in how to study the Bible. This second session answers the question: How do I study the Bible?

BIBLE RESEARCH #2 - HOW TO STUDY THE BIBLE: SESSION #3 – THE BIBLE STUDY PROCESS Note: EFFECTIVE Bible study requires a METHOD. Quote: “You don’t teach a kid to swim by tossing him in the deep end of a pool and saying, OK, swim!” (Howard Hendricks) I. THE LIVING BY THE BOOK METHOD: What is ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 8:12

Denomination: *other

Steps To Evangelism Of Animistic Peoples

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001

Evangelism to those who have an animistic worldview or set of assumptions or perspectives

STEPS TO BRINGING ANIMISTS TO CONVERSION AND BEYOND Guidelines - 1. Pray specifically that the Spirit of God would open their eyes to turn from darkness to light and the from the dominion of Satan to God. Paul prayed this prayer of Acts 26:18 to help people find Christ as the only One who can ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do Not Swear At All Series

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jul 13, 2009

This short sermon seeks to encourage people to be men and women of their word.

What did Jesus mean? “Do not swear at all.” Some of Jesus’ sayings can be taken out of context and made to sound like something else. Sometimes sections of the Bible are used to justify or to condemn certain activities – sometimes the Bible is misunderstood. Sometimes people give up trying to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Anglican

Love Thy Neighbor Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Aug 16, 2009

We look at the flvor of LOVE

Love Thy Neighbor Leviticus 19:9-18 Introduction: Mr. Rogers is a fixture in most people’s hearts with fond memories from Childhood... The PBS Television show, Mr. Rogers Neighborhood ran for 4 decades and spoke to millions of viewers... Mr Rogers would open the show with a song that he ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Baptist

The Gospel Is The Sweet Spot Of God's Word Series

Contributed by Rickey Bennett on Aug 17, 2009

The Gospel is the greatest truth that will change our lives for God’s glory. This is actually a message review for the first four sermons that shows how the gospel connects these sermons and God’s truths all together.

1. Message Review: a. Vision, Mission, & Ministry (Habakkuk 2:2-3) b. Father Knows Best (Col. 3:20-21) c. Our Heavenly Hope (Col. 1:1-8) d. Living a Life Worthy of the Lord (Col. 1:9-14) 2. What’s the Connection between the Messages & Vision? a. Truths: Are all truths equal? (The Gospel is ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-14

Denomination: *other