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I Desire Mercy Not Sacrifice
Experiencing the mercy of God in our lives
Ready & Faithful
Looking to Jesus for help now and hope in the future
Why Suffering?
Help your church understand God's plan in pain
Living as children of light. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)
Ill: • A friend of mine once saw a tramp and decided to help him; • He noticed he was wearing a dirty old coat; • It was ripped and fit only for the bin. • So my friend offered the tramp his coat; • The tramp took it but to my friends surprise; • Instead of ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32
Denomination: Brethren
25th in the Ephesians Series dealing with putting of the old life and putting on the new
“Done with the Old Life” Ephesians 4:17-24 I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-3 Paul broke out in exuberant praise in his prison cell. He had been incarcerated for preaching the good news of salvation through Jesus Christ. With time on his hands, he contemplated the wonder of God’s work not only ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-24
Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance
Through the story of Perez, we learn how God loves to bring beauty out of our stupidity.
Have you ever traced your family tree back as far as you can? It’s interesting to find out where your ancestors came from and what they were like. That information may help explain why you are the way you are. During this Advent season we will take a look at Jesus’ genealogy and see what his ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 38:1-30
Denomination: Lutheran
Three common statements that if overlooked, ignored or forgotten will bring the absence of God and a church that will only become a social club.
FB, Harrisonburg #1 March 3, 2024 Sunday Morning The Intentional New Testament Church Various Scripture Intro.: Thank you so much Music Team. I want to begin my time by expressing to Bro. Robert and to Brad and to the PSC for giving me this opportunity to come and to serve as your Transitional ...read more
Scripture: Luke 19:9-10, John 12:27-36
Denomination: Baptist
This sermon explores the transformative power of self-denial, sacrifice, and surrender in following Christ, leading to true life and salvation.
Welcome, beloved friends and family, to this sacred space where we gather together in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. We come together with hearts open wide, eager to receive the divine wisdom that God has lovingly prepared for us. Today, we will be embracing an enlightening discussion that ...read more
Scripture: Luke 9:23-24
Topics: Dying, Living
Do women have a role to play in congregational oversight? What does the Word say?
“Let a woman learn quietly with all submissiveness. I do not permit a woman to teach or to exercise authority over a man; rather, she is to remain quiet. For Adam was formed first, then Eve; and Adam was not deceived, but the woman was deceived and became a transgressor. Yet she will be saved ...read more
Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:11-15
Highlight the faithfulness and active contribution of women in the early Church, as exemplified by the women in Luke 8:1-3, and to inspire all believers to use their resources for God's glory.
Good morning, Church Family! Today, we turn our hearts and minds to a remarkable group of women found in the Gospel of Luke 8:1-3. These women, who provided for Jesus and His disciples out of their own resources, offer us a profound picture of faithfulness, service, and the power of women in the ...read more
Scripture: Luke 8:1-3
Topics: Resourceful Women
These examples show that women were involved in preaching and prophesying in the Bible, although their roles may have been limited in certain contexts.
1. Deborah: In the book of Judges, Deborah is described as a prophet and a judge of Israel who leads the people in battle and speaks on behalf of God (Judges 4:4-9). 2. Huldah: In 2 Kings 22:14-20, Huldah is a prophet who is consulted by the king of Judah and delivers a message from God. 3. Anna: ...read more
Scripture: 2 Kings 22:14-20, Judges 4:4-9, Proverbs 1:20-33, Acts 21:9
Thesis: God's care and concern for widows reveals his nature.
Thesis: God's care and concern for widows reveals his nature. Intro.: 1. OPENING STATEMENT: "Moses wrote laws to protect them; the prophets thundered against those who abused them; and Paul set out policies for meeting their needs. Jesus had many among his followers; and the early church nearly ...read more
Scripture: James 1:27
Mother’s Day 2004. Not about motherhood per se, but about womanhood in general.
The High View of Women in Scripture Various Scripture May 9, 2004 Introduction I happen to be a fan of women. I like the idea of womanhood in general, and I¡¦m a huge fan of one woman in particular. I think God had a good idea when He invented women. Maybe that¡¦s just me, but let me take a ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 1:27, Ephesians 5:25-28
Denomination: Wesleyan
Second in a series from 1 Timothy. This message deals with the role of women in the church.
Note: I’m indebted to Ray Stedman for the title of this sermon - it was just too good to pass up! Read 1 Timothy 2:8-15 (NIV) Questions to ask: 1. Should this be applied universally for all believers at all times? 2. Is it a complete handbook for church behavior? 3. Was Paul a chauvinist? ...read more
Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8-15
Chosen by Our Lord as what we at St. Peter’s Church called “Prince of the Apostles,” this guy had chronic, idiopathic foot-in-mouth disease.
Tuesday of Holy Week 2019 Peter the Apostle I think that early on when I heard this story, repeated in more than one Gospel, of Peter’s bravado and ultimate betrayal, I thought, “what a loser.” Chosen by Our Lord as what we at St. Peter’s Church called “Prince of the Apostles,” this guy had ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 49:1-6, John 13:21-38, Matthew 26:74
Denomination: Catholic
How does the Old Testament Law affect New Testament beliver’s?
INTRODUCTION If you have read your Old Testament, have you ever wondered how it fits in to our faith? Have you ever wondered why we do not observe the feasts and ceremonies that were celebrated in the Old Testament? How does the Old Testament fit in for the Christian? Are we still under the Ten ...read more
Scripture: Malachi 5:17-20
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
This is the fifth and final message about the relation of the Old Testament Tabernacle and the New Testament
SERIES: “DISCOVER THE LESSONS OF THE TABERNACLE” TEXT: EXODUS 25:10-22 TITLE: “THE HOLY OF HOLIES AND THE PRESENCE OF GOD” OPEN: A. I enjoy watching a good movie. I like all kinds of movies: comedy, adventure, thriller, suspense, action, sometimes even a romance. ...read more
Scripture: Exodus 25:10-22
Reconciling the seemingly angry Old Testament God with the loving New Testament God
Angry or Loving? God Behaving Badly Series WHAG (June 7th, 2015) Scripture- 2 Sam 6 Opening Questions- 1. Think of negative thoughts or opinions you have about God 2. In our bible reading- Old Testament passages do you avoid because they paint a picture of God that doesn’t seem to match with Jesus ...read more
Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:6-10
Denomination: Assembly Of God
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