Sermons on Living Stones:

The Jesus Parade

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 15, 2013

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The Jesus Parade John 12:12-15 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/jesusparade.html Jesus is now on His way to Jerusalem to present Himself as the Passover Lamb. He knows what lies ahead for Him. People are converging on Jerusalem from all directions, 2-3 million of them perhaps. Imagine the crowded ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

Into All The World

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 15, 2013

God wants us to do things His way

Into all the World Matthew 28:16-20 Introduction This morning’s passage is often called the “Great Commission”. All of the Gospels have a Commission although there is some variance of how it is worded. As a good teacher, Jesus would have repeated the Commission at various times ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Let Not

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Dec 3, 2013

Some Let Not's from the Bible.

Romans 6:11-23 (12) Let Not; Don’t Let… We have all been given Dominion Over Sin by the BLOOD of CHRIST. In Genesis 4:7 Cain is told, “…if thou doest not well, sin lieth at the door. And unto thee shall be his desire, and thou shalt rule over him.” Dominion Over ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:11-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Breastplate Of Righteousness

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Dec 4, 2013

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Breastplate of Righteousness Ephesians 6:10-14 http://gbcgracenotes.podbean.com/2013/12/04/breastplate-of-righteousness/ Four times in these verses we are told to 'stand'. These are urgent, imperative commands. God's people are supposed to be on guard, and taking a stand against evil. There is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Wait Is Over! Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Dec 5, 2013

I want to take just a few moments to unwrap one more Christmas Story…The Story Of Simeon in a message I am calling ‘The Wait Is Over!’ You know, I think that, is a very appropriate title for Christmas Eve service, don’t you...

The Wait Is Over! The Story Of Simeon Luke 2:25-35 Come, Thou long expected Jesus Born to set Thy people free From our fears and sins release us Let us find our rest in Thee Israel's strength and consolation Hope of all the earth Thou art Dear desire of every nation Joy of every longing heart Born ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Closer To God And One Another

Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 7, 2013

This is the final part of a two part series. We survey the stories of Genesis 1-22 with power point slides and then share this lesson. God wants us back! He calls us. We will answer to God one day. His desire is that we come to Him and receive grace.

Closer to God, Closer to One Another Survey the stories of Genesis 1-22 focusing on God's call and man's response. These two things are the theme of all of scripture. They are the greatest of all human quests. Love God and love your neighbor are not only the highest and best we can do, they ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

“he’s Big Enough To Keep Me” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Dec 9, 2013

God is big enough to keep us securely His and to see us through victoriously no matter what we are going through.

My hope is that this series has been used to get you to stop and look at the size of God. My prayer is that we all may say along with Moses, “Eternal Lord, You’ve only just begun to show me, Your servant, how very great and powerful You are.” - Deuteronomy 3:24 (The Voice) With ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Message Of The Angels

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 15, 2013

We are familiar with the words of the message of the angels to the shepherds read in church services or recited by children in Christmas programs. But how many of us have ever thought about the depth and riches of truth revealed in the angels’ message?

The Message of the Angels Luke 2:8-14 Every Christmas season we hear the familiar words of the message of the angels to the shepherds read in church services or recited by children in Christmas programs. But how many of us have ever thought about the depth and riches of truth revealed in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

Full And Complete Sabbath Rest

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 16, 2013

To show that we have real rest in JESUS.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have real rest? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we have real rest in JESUS. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 4:9 (Amplified Bible) 4:9 So then, there is still awaiting a full and complete Sabbath-rest reserved for the [true] people of God; V. THESIS: I ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

All Things Are Opened To God

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 19, 2013

To show that we all have to answer before GOD.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you open to GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we all have to answer before GOD. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 4:13 (Amplified Bible) 4:13 And not a creature exists that is concealed from His sight, but all things are open and exposed, naked and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

“grace And Peace Are Yours!”

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Dec 22, 2013

Cherish and share God's Christmas greeting.

It’s a topic that perhaps drives you nuts. Is it “Merry Christmas,” or “Season’s Greetings”? “Blessed Christmas,” or “Happy Holidays”? Which greeting do you prefer? I believe most Christians would say they like a greeting with the word ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran

The Mystery

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 23, 2013

An textual sermon on Romans 16:25-27 focused on the mystery (Material adapted from Dr. Jack Cottrell's Roman's Commentary)

HoHum: How many of us enjoy a good mystery? The entertainment industry has made a living on “mysteries”. They will make documentaries on unsolved crimes, the building of the pyramids, and every other “mystery” under the sun. In order for it to be a mystery, there needs to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:25-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

“committed To His House”

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 29, 2013

Like Israel, out of gratitude for His amazing grace toward us, we need to be committed to His house.

“Committed to His House” Nehemiah 10:39b “...we will not neglect the house of our God.” Time and time again God demonstrated His inexhaustible amazing grace to the nation of Israel. They are reminded by Ezra of God’s providential care for them. Out of gratitude for ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 10:39

Denomination: Baptist

The Life Of Abraham, Part 16: Isaac Is Not The Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Feb 18, 2014

There are a lot of parallels between this passage and the crucifixion of Chriat

The Life of Abraham, Part 16: Isaac is not the Sacrifice Genesis 22:1-14 Introduction In the life of Abraham, the LORD seems to break into Abraham’s life in a most unexpected way. Sometimes when we read the Bible, we get the impression that God spoke to his prophets all the time. We forget that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Story 20: A Company Of Heroes

Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 20, 2014

Heroes come in unexpected ways and as unexpected people. Mordecai and Esther become great heroes for God in an unusual way.

1. Heroes If you have been keeping up with the 2014 Winter Olympics you probably know who T.J. Oshie is. After the St. Louis Blues forward scored the clinch goal for Team USA in an Olympic hockey match against Russia in a never-ending shootout, Oshie has quickly become everyone's new favorite ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:12-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ