Sermons on Moral Camels:

Journey Of Love Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 4, 2017

God tells us that Joseph was a "just man" because he was "unwilling to put (Mary) to shame, resolved to divorce her quietly." What does that mean? And what does difference can it make to our faith?

OPEN: (We began the service with a clip from the movie "The Star" that showed Mary and Joseph at their wedding party just before Mary is going to tell Joseph that she's pregnant with the Christ Child) There’s a true story about a grade school class that was putting on a Christmas which included ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Perfect Father Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 19, 2017

The Lord's Prayer tells us God is our "Heavenly Father". That implies that God uses the better tendencies of earthly fathers to communicate who He is. So, what are the traits of decent Earthly fathers?

(Explanation of opening: The traditionally memorized version of the Lord’s Prayer is found only in the KJV. Since we have ESV pew Bibles – which leave off the last verse – I felt that would create confusion as to why that verse was missing. I didn’t want to go there, so I put the KJV on screen and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The God Who Is Gooder Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 24, 2017

There are people in this world that hate God. And they don't believe that God is good - they believe He is evil and unworthy of our praise. But is God good? And what does that mean to us?

OPEN: Is God Good? (wait for a reply) Of course He is. That’s what the Bible tells us and that’s what we believe or we wouldn’t be here. But, there are many out there who don’t like God. There are many agnostics and atheists work very hard at painting God as an evil and wicked God – unworthy of our ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Doing Without God Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 23, 2017

God tells us that those who are outside of Christ are "without God". What does that mean to those outside of Christ and what does that mean for us INside of Christ?

OPEN: Back in 1959, Charleston Heston starred in a movie that is still considered one of the greatest movies of all time --- Ben Hur. It was a Biblical epic that is still known for its climatic chariot race where Heston (the hero of the film) was intent on destroying his hated enemy. Just ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Can The Rich Be Saved?

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 4, 2021

Do we value the things of God more highly than the things of this world? What is Jesus’ opinion on the most valuable things in life? Let’s look at Jesus’ instructions after a rich man turned away from Him in Mark 10:17-31.

Prelude Do we value the things of God more highly than the things of this world? Purpose: What is Jesus’ opinion on the most valuable things in life? Plan: Let’s look at Jesus’ instructions after a rich man turned away from Him in Mark 10:17-31. The Advantages of Wealth The wealthy are often ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: Baptist

Genesis Controversies And Contradictions Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Oct 26, 2000

The purpose of this study is to strengthen your faith by understanding these Genesis passages that are often accused of being contradictory.

Genesis Controversies and Contradictions Before we depart from the origin stories in Genesis, I believe it is necessary to address common questions and misunderstandings of this portion of the Bible. The book of Genesis is the most attacked book in the Old Testament if not the most attacked book ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7-20

Denomination: Baptist

"The Rich Young Ruler"

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 9, 2002

Jesus reveals this young man’s idolatry and calls him to turn from easy believism to true conversion.

"The Rich Young Ruler" Rev Dr Robert G Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts A respectable, clean-cut young man comes to Jesus, interested in religion. Mark calls him a ruler, and many Bible scholars think he was a leader in the synagogue, sort of like a deacon or a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-27, Mark 10:10-17, Galatians 5:1-13

Denomination: Congregational

Questions They Need Us To Ask Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Jan 4, 2012

Being ready to give a defense for the reasons we believe, also be prepared to ask the right questions.

questions they need us to ask June 26, 2011 2 Cor 10:4-5 INTRODUCTION During a televised presidential campaign debate in 1984, Henry Trewhitt of The Baltimore Sun posed his question to Ronald Reagan: "You already are the oldest president in history, and some of your staff say you were tired after ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4-5

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Devilution: God's Tsunami - [the Flood / Noah / Ark / Evolution]

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 7, 2005

Evolution Series, part of Dates, Deluge and Dinosaurs. Proofs of the flood, including proofs from Dec. 26, ’04. Powerpoints/notes for entire series at website.

Devilution, Pt. 8—Dates, Deluge, and Dinosaurs God’s Tsunami Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html I. Dates…This was the 1st question, next… II. Deluge...(THE EVIDENCE FOR A GLOBAL FLOOD) • A second question often asked of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Fathers Day Message

Contributed by Mike Salman on Jun 20, 2015

All my messages are meant to be preached for only 30-45 minutes. This message is about the examples of being a good father.

When we think about being a good Father we can scan the bible and think about all the wonderful men who led their families to the presence of God. Men like Adam, Noah, Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and many more. While all the stories of these men are very inspiring, all having their ups and downs we are ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Guidance In Confusing Times Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 30, 2016

If you want clear guidance in difficult and confusing times, pay attention to God's Word, pray, obey, and experience God's peace.

Two old friends met one day after many years. One attended college and became very successful. The other did not attend college. He never had much ambition, yet he still seemed to be doing very well. Curious as to why, the college graduate asked his friend, “How has everything been going ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-67

Denomination: Evangelical Free

You Bet (And Lose!)

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Mar 22, 2001

A christian perspective on gambling

15Then he said, “Beware! Don’t be greedy for what you don’t have. Real life is not measured by how much we own.” New Living Translation This morning’s subject is about what Charlie McDowell called the interesting moral notion that if people are inclined to waste their money, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:15

Denomination: United Methodist

All Things Are Possible

Contributed by Cleavon Matthews Sr. on Aug 19, 2005

The Lord answers Peter’s question.

ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE! Luke 18:18-30 By Cleavon Matthews June 2004 INTRODUCTION He is mentioned by all three of the synoptic writers. Matthew describes him as a young man. Luke calls him a ruler and all three agree he is amazingly rich. His encounter with Jesus has been discussed and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:18-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Pointing Beyond Ourselves"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 5, 2002

In John the Baptist we have an example of humble living, speaking truth, and always pointing beyond ourselves to Christ.

“POINTING BEYOND OURSELVES” Mark 1:1-8 Isaiah 40:1-11 By: Rev. Kenneth E. Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Approximately three-hundred years before John the Baptist came on the scene... ...God had promised through the prophet Isaiah that a person would come and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8, Isaiah 40:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Jesus Teaching On Judgment

Contributed by George Rennau on Mar 23, 2003

A Bible Study - Jesus forbade condemnatory, unforgiving , judgementalism

Jesus teaching on Judgment. Matthew 7:1 "Do not judge, or you too will be judged. Luke 6:37 "Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven. Luke helps clarify the kind of judging Jesus forbade Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God