Sermons on monuments:

The Prize Of Salvation (August 27, 2017).

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020

The merchant’s search for the pearl was intentional. The man’s discovery of the treasure was by accident. Yet, both were, sacrificing all that they had in order to purchase their find.

THE PRIZE OF SALVATION Text: Matthew 13:44-46 Just recently, people came from all over the United States into our area and state to see the eclipse. There are some, like me, whose view of the eclipse was probably obscured by the clouds. There were many others who paid the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: United Methodist

Pharaoh Increases Their Tasks Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 1, 2022

Peter's humble acknowledgment of his unworthiness in the presence of Jesus is the first of several attributes Luke illuminates as necessary for discipleship. When Jesus heals a man's leprosy, He grants ceremonial cleanness necessary to worship God.

Review of the previous lesson (v. 1-5) Review of the previous lesson, verses 1-5. 1 These are the names of the sons of Israel who went to Egypt with Jacob, each with his family: 2 Reuben, Simeon, Levi, and Judah; 3 Issachar, Zebulun, and Benjamin; 4 Dan and Naphtali; Gad and Asher. 5 The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:13

Denomination: Baptist

Turn Turn Turn

Contributed by L. Durham on Sep 29, 2001

Keeping our trust in God despite the tragedy in New York City.

TURN, TURN, TURN Biblical Text: 1 Kings 18: 24 and 37 “And call ye on the name of your gods, and I will call on the name of the Lord; and the God that answereth by fire, let him be God. And all the people answered and said, ‘It is well spoken.’” “Hear me, O Lord, hear me, that this people may ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:24-37

He Died... And No One Cared

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 25, 2003

As we travel that road we write across the pages of our lives the epitaphs that one day will summarize our character and the legacy by which we will be remembered. What impact will your life have?

HE DIED … NO ONE CARED 2 CHRONICLES 21:4-20 INTRODUCTION: Should the Lord tarry His return, every one of us will keep an appointment with death. From the very moment we are born we begin traveling the road to that appointed time. As we travel that road we write across the pages of our lives the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 21:4-20

Denomination: Baptist

What God Has Done For America - Memorial Day - Independence Day

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 6, 2004

The past, present, and future of this great nation--GOD BIRTHED IT, GOD IS BLESSING IT, & GOD WILL BLAST IT IF NEEDED. Link included to Formatted Text and Powerpoint.

America: Past, Present, and Future Psalms 33:12 Formatted text and PowerPoint for this and hundreds more free sermons using this link... http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/AmericaPastPresentFuture.html We must never forget what God has done in the past for America. We must have our eyes opened to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12, Psalm 33:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Glimpses Into Revelation--A Church On The Move Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jul 20, 2004

Why can the Lord bless a Church on the Move? What made the church at Philadelphia different from the other six churches?

Iliff and Saltillo UM July 25, 2004 “Glimpses into Revelation: A Church on the Move Rev. 3:7-13 “And to the angel of the church in Philadelphia write...I know thy works: behold I have set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it.” INTRODUCTION--The church at Philadelphia was not ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Methodist

Go To Him Outside The Camp

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Aug 15, 2003

Going to Him outside the camp means: "go to 1)THE BLOOD." "Think outside 2)THE BOX." "Have a heart for 3)THE BANISHED."

¡§Go to Him outside the camp¡¨ Hebs 13:7-14 WBC 17/8/03pm I¡¦ve got a strong word for you, tonight. - what¡¦s its context? - Hebrews: letter to Jews who were in danger of reneging their faith. Going back. Reverting to Judaism. o Because of pressure, persecution and disappointment The first ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:9-14, Hebrews 13:13

Denomination: Baptist

Dust In The Wind Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Mar 3, 2006

The cause of human desolation is an unwillingness to believe, which takes God out of the picture. We are restless until we find our rest and purpose in God.

Overcoming Futility...A Sermon Series on Ecclesiastes “Dust in the Wind,” chapter 2 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Back in the 70’s the classic rock band Kansas recorded a song that echoes the outlook of this chapter, “All we are is dust in the wind.” ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-26

Denomination: Congregational

Call 2 Fall

Contributed by Blake Inscore on Sep 25, 2009

Today we are joining with thousands of other churches across the country to pray for revival to breakout in our Nation and the only way that is possible is for us to humble ourselves before Almighty God, repent of our sins, and recommit ourselves to live

Call 2 Fall Introduction: Today we are joining with thousands of other churches across the country to pray for revival to breakout in our Nation. The only way that is possible is for us to humble ourselves before Almighty God, repent of our sins, and recommit ourselves to live for His Son Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Rahab's Faith; A Saving Faith Series

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 23, 2008

Rahab is an example of the grace of God at work. Her salvation was not based on her character: she lived in a doomed city, practiced a sinful profession, engaged in rebellious activities, & lied about her actions. But she acted upon faith, & was spared th

Letting your Faith do the Walking Part 14 Rahab’s faith; A Saving Faith Joshua 2:1-24; Hebrews 11:31 Introduction In Paris there stands a monument called the “Arc de Triumph” it stands 165 ft. in height & 145 ft. wide. It is so big that a daredevil pilot once flew his plane through it’s pillars. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:31

Denomination: Baptist

Heaven Bound

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jun 9, 2010

What will be experience in heaven?

[To receive free sermons each week by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] Are you looking forward to going on a summer vacation? Summer vacation is one of the highlights of most people’s years. We plan our vacation activities. We save our money. We count down the days. But then once ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

More Principles Of Leadership

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 6, 2010

Nehemiah was a great leader. Everyone else saw obstacles and he saw opportunities. Where many saw problems he saw potential. Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

More Principles of Leadership Nehemiah 2:17-20 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/MorePrinciplesOfLeadership.html God uses human leadership. He gets the glory, but His way to accomplish His work is thru leadership. Would Israel have ever crossed the Red Sea if not for Moses? Would they have taken ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:12-20

Denomination: Baptist

Cry Me A River Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 6, 2010

First of a three part series on the church discipline chapter of 1 Cor 5

Text: 1 Cor 5:1-5, Title: Cry Me A River, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/5/10, AM A. Opening illustration: Erika’s reaction to my engagement proposal – unexpected—laughter? B. Background to passage: However surprising it may seem in our more cerebral age, Paul appears more ready to tolerate “a mixed church” ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Turn,turn,turn

Contributed by Kermit Reaves on Aug 1, 2007

Hear me, O Lord, hear me, that this people may know that thou art the Lord God, and that thou hast turned their heart back again."

TURN, TURN, TURN Biblical Text: 1 Kings 18: 24 and 37 "And call ye on the name of your gods, and I will call on the name of the Lord; and the God that answereth by fire, let him be God. And all the people answered and said, ’It is well spoken.’" "Hear me, O Lord, hear me, that this people may ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:24-37

Denomination: Baptist

Kingdom Attitudes Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 5, 2014

The church and New Testament doctrine are founded not only upon God’s past dealings with Israel, but also his future dealings. If you miss this, you miss much. We are a preview of God’s Kingdom on earth, and we must embrace Kingdom attitudes.

Kingdom Attitudes (Isaiah 56:1-12) 1. I collect humor, and Jewish jokes are among my favorites. 2. It was a sweltering August day in 1937 when the Cohen brothers entered the posh Dearborn, Michigan, offices of Henry Ford, the car maker. "Mr. Ford," announced Norman Cohen, the eldest of the three. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible