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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
"Normal" means "conforming to a standard". The Standard for our churches ought to be the Lord Jesus Christ. The church at Jerusalem gives us an excellent blueprint for how a church ought to be.
INTRODUCTION: God wants every church to be a “normal” church. What is normal? Webster’s dictionary says, “conforming to a standard.” God has given the standard for His church. When we compare the church in the book of Acts with our churches today, we fall so far short of God’s standard. ...read more
Scripture: Acts 2:41-47
Denomination: Baptist
(Preached on July 4th): This message focuses on the first church-wide persecution in Acts. Attention is given to the implications the Gospel has for believers as members of both God's kingdom and a country.
* The difficulty in approaching a July 4th message: - We sometimes "read" America into Scripture when we shouldn't - Bible doesn't reference America as a country of predict the events of July, 1776 * If we're not careful, we end up using today to exalt a nation instead of Christ - We do not worship ...read more
Scripture: Acts 8:1-8
a. The church age was ushered in because of God’s people praying, in unity, setting the world aside.
I. They were filled (in submission to) with the Spirit. (1:4) A. Filled means to be in submission. B. Care for spiritual things rather than worldly things. C. (Romans 8:5 For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit ...read more
Scripture: Acts 2:1-4, Acts 1:4-8
Perhaps one of the most humiliating and discouraging experiences we could face is that of being denied upward mobility and advancement in the quest of life. This message deals the danger of staying too long in one condition.
Perhaps one of the most humiliating and discouraging experiences we could face is that of being denied upward mobility and advancement in the quest of life. To be held back, detained, put on hold as a result of our failure to apply ourselves and take seriously the task, challenge or opportunity ...read more
Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:5-8
What is a church? Is it a place for the religious and the ceremonial? Is it a place for history and tradition, Is it a place for socializing and cliques Or is it a place where the love of God is known,
The Loving Church 1 John 4:7-4:20 When was the last time that you heard someone going on about how great church was last week. • They were filled with joy, There was a sense of excitement, • The Spirit was moving • And it felt like everyone there had made a connection with ...read more
Scripture: 1 John 4:7-20
Denomination: Christian Church
. AS CHRISTIANS WE BELIEVE THAT WE HAVE TO MAKE A CHOICE AS TO WHAT IS RIGHT AND WHAT IS WRONG. TO BELIEVE IN CHRISTIANITY MUST MEAN THAT WE, ALTHOUGH WITH RESPECT AND COMPASSION,, STATE THAT WE DO NOT BELIEVE IN ANY OTHER RELIGION IS CORRECT.
THE AUDACITY OF THE CHURCH ACTS 26:16-23 SPORTS FANS WILL ALWAYS ARGUE OVER QUESTIONS SUCH AS, WHO WAS THE GREATEST OF ALL TIME IN A PARTICULAR SPORT. I THINK IN REALITY IT IS AN IMPOSSIBLE QUESTION TO ANSWER BECAUSE YOU CAN’T FACTOR IN THE TIME VARIABLE. I CAN SAY GORDIW HOWE WAS THE ...read more
Scripture: Acts 26:16-23
What does a real church look like on the inside
Real Church Philippians 2:1-4 The Preacher’s Outline and Sermon Bible says this, “The Philippian church was a strong church—a very strong church. When a church is strong, it is always full of vision and planning, and it is always working out a strategy to carry forth the gospel. ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4
What does a forward looking church look like?
The Future Church Philippians 3:12-16 New Barna Research has discovered that a person’s lifelong behaviors and views are generally developed when they are young – usually prior to reaching teen years. The research showed 4 critical outcomes: First, a person’s moral foundations ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16
Emphasizes that as followers of Christ, we are called to embody love, reflecting God's love in our identity and community.
Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering where we come together to seek wisdom and understanding from the Word of God. We are here today to reflect, to learn, and to grow. We are here to strengthen our faith and to deepen our love for God and for each other. Today, we turn our hearts and ...read more
Scripture: 1 John 4:7-12
Topics: Valentine's, Series
What does it take to be a church on fire for God?
A Church On Fire Scripture Reading: 2 Chronicles 7:1-3 Scripture Text: Matthew 3:11 “I indeed baptize you with water unto repentance: but he that cometh after me is mightier than I, whose shoes I am not worthy to bear: he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost, and with fire:” ...read more
Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:1-3, Matthew 3:11
Denomination: Church Of God
Encourage believers to serve God with passion and zeal, warning against the dangers of lukewarm faith.
Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to turn our hearts towards the message given to the church in Laodicea as recorded in Revelation 3:14-16. This is a powerful passage that speaks directly to us today, reminding us of the importance of serving God with passion and zeal, the dangers of ...read more
Scripture: Revelation 3:14-16
Topics: Temperature
This sermon aims to explore the importance and benefits of tithing, emphasizing that all we have comes from God and we should honor Him by being cheerful givers.
Good morning, church family! Today, we are going to dive into a topic that sometimes makes us squirm in our seats a little. But it's one that is very important to our faith and our relationship with God. It's all about giving - our generosity in response to God's generosity. Let's take a moment to ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:7
Topics: Tithing
What does the sabbath have to do with labor?
Thoughts about Labor: ¡ñ One day a fisherman was lying on a beautiful beach, with his fishing pole propped up in the sand and his solitary line cast out into the sparkling blue surf. He was enjoying the warmth of the afternoon sun and the prospect of catching a fish. About that time, a businessman ...read more
Scripture: Exodus 31:15-17
A Scandal in the Church - PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info
SERMON OUTLINE: Dealing with Disgrace (vs 1-5) Explaining the Expulsion (vs 6-8) Clarifying some Confusion (vs 9-13) SERMON BODY: Ill: • Somebody sent this anecdote into Readers Digest: • One afternoon in the hospital operating room where I am a nurse, • I heard one of our ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13
Denomination: Brethren
Of all 7 churches of Asia Minor, here’s the one we want to emulate -- Philadelphia: 1. Highly commended 2. Deeply challenged 3. Greatly compensated - Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.
READING SOMEONE ELSE’S MAIL PHILADELPHIA, the Commended Church Revelation 3:7-13 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Philadelphia.html Yazoo, MS…in the 1930’s…the Great Depression. People didn’t have extra money / children especially had no extra money for candy / people would go to general store and ...read more
Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13
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