Sermons on Ordinances:

Sudden Impact 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 11, 2003

John uses Jesus’ "I Am" proclamations to prove that Jesus was the Christ and these proclamations are pivotal for the Jews and Christians to understand. Jesus made a sudden impact statement to the Jewish nation when he said “I Am the Light of the World.”

Sudden Impact 2 – Series "I AM" Thesis: John uses Jesus’ "I Am" proclamations to prove that Jesus was the Christ and these proclamations are pivotal for the Jews and Christians to understand. Jesus made a sudden impact statement to the Jewish nation when he said “I Am the Light of the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-30, Psalm 27:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Demoting Christ Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Apr 11, 2002

How false teachers within the church attempt to demote Christ.

The Demotion of Christ In Matthew 16, Jesus asked His disciples who people say that He is. Some claimed he was a teacher, a prophet and a number of other possible theories. Then Jesus brought the question home, "But who do you say that I am". This one question must be answered by every man or ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 2:10-11, Colossians 2:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Wave Of Revival

Contributed by Thomas Dibble on May 13, 2003

There is a mighty, sweeping wave of the soverign move of God in revival in these the last days. Do you really know what revival is or looks like? will you catch it or miss it?

Sunday AM March 30th 2003 The Wave of Revival Psalm 85:6 6Wilt thou not revive us again: that thy people may rejoice in thee? 2 Chronicles 7:14-16 14If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:6, 2 Chronicles 7:14-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Broad Is The Kingdom Of God: Series Introduction Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2007

How should we worship? Nine Biblical characters debate what worship should look like. This was an intro to a series based on Gary Thomas’ "Sacred Pathways" and Richard Foster’s "Streams of Living Water"

How Broad Is The Kingdom Of God: Series Introduction various Scriptures Jan 8, 2006 Intro: • “Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart.” Luke 2:19 • “David, wearing a linen ephod, danced before the LORD with all his might.” 2 Sam 6:14 • “Ahab went to meet Elijah. When ...read more

Scripture: John 4:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding The Red Heifer

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jan 30, 2008

The Red Heifer was a foreshadowing of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.

Understanding the Red Heifer “Parah Adumah” By District Elder M.L. Maughmer, Jr. Numbers 19. The Talmud (a record of rabbinic discussions pertaining to Jewish law, ethics, customs, and history) claims that the red heifer sacrifice was the only one of God’s commands that King Solomon, the ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 19:1-22

Denomination: Apostolic

A New Covenant Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 2, 2008

A Communion meditation warning us against substituting ritual for relationship.

MATTHEW 26:26-29 A NEW COVENANT “As they were eating, Jesus took bread, and after blessing it broke it and gave it to the disciples, and said, ‘Take, eat; this is my body.’ And he took a cup, and when he had given thanks he gave it to them, saying, ‘Drink of it, all of you, for this is my blood ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-29

Denomination: Baptist

"Proper Worship' 1 Cor. 11 Pt. 11 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 9, 2008

Proper procedures in worship do make a difference so we need to evaluate where our hearts and heads are as we worship the Lord.

“Proper Worship” 1 Corinthians 11 - pt 11 Opening Illustration: This last week I have been watching the Olympics and I have noticed how important proper techniques and proper form is for the Olympic athletes. I saw it the diving, in gymnastics, in swimming and even in track and field. The experts ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thanks For Everything Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 14, 2008

1) Thankfulness through Constant Rejoicing 2) Thankfulness through Constant Prayer 3) Consistent Thankfulness in all Circumstances

The International Monetary Fund warned yesterday that the global financial system is on the brink of meltdown. "Intensifying solvency concerns about a number of the largest U.S.-based and European financial institutions have pushed the global financial system to the brink of systemic meltdown," IMF ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Other

Response To The Deviation From The Gospel Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 19, 2008

Concerning justification by faith alone we see Paul’s 1) REACTION 2) STATEMENT AND 3) DEFENCE

After a big event like a political campaign, leaders are called to justify their actions. They are asked why they choose to ignore certain polling advice, why they choose certain policies while ignoring others and choose the talking points as they did. For some they saw the majority victory that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:14-21

Denomination: Other

Csi: Easter

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Apr 4, 2006

Crucifixion Scene Investigation - link to PowerPoint with great CSI graphics included. Can be preached as 2 or 3 part series beginning Easter morning. Formatted text version also at web link.

CSI: Easter Crucifixion Scene Investigation Acts 3:14-15 [on screen] See all our Easter sermons, PowerPoints, and much more at: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Special.html ----- Turn to Matthew 26, then go to Acts [on screen…] We certainly hear a lot about the top rated show in prime time. So ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Whatever Were You Thinking Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 5, 2008

God holds Christians responsible to ensure that they are prepared to worship before they approach His Table. We prepare through sharing our lives with our fellow believers.

1 CORINTHIANS 11:27 WHATEVER WERE YOU THINKING? “Whoever, therefore, eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty concerning the body and blood of the Lord.” “Whatever was he thinking?” That is the question on the minds of many people who read of the fall of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:27

Denomination: Baptist

Fly High - Acts Part 22 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 25, 2007

The scenario of Paul and Felix helps us to understand the importance of being a ring leader for the Lord, the importance of keeping a clear conscience with God and others, the importance of being a Christian witness and the importance of possessing the qu

Fly High Acts part 22 Thesis: The scenario of Paul and Felix helps us to understand the importance of being a ring leader for the Lord, the importance of keeping a clear conscience with God and others, the importance of being a Christian witness and the importance of possessing the quality of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Can I Be Encouraged In The Day Of Troubles

Contributed by Ray Searan on Feb 21, 2007

Many things will discourage you in this life. When you see the world growing in power and wickedness, it will discourage you. When it seems that nothing is the same as before, it has the potential to discourage you. You would think that because of the wic

Text: Isaiah 41:10-13 (KJV) 10Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness. 11Behold, all they that were incensed against thee shall be ashamed and confounded: ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Revival Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 21, 2017

To accomplish Revival, God uses 1) The Preaching of the Word (Ezekiel 37:1-6), 2) The Prayer of God’s Servant (Ezekiel 37:7-9), The Power of the Holy Spirit (Ezekiel 37:5-14).

An early morning fire that completely destroyed the historic Hortop Mill in Everton on this past Thursday, Jan. 19 is being treated as suspicious. The original fire call came in at about 3:30am and when firefighters arrived at the mill, located on Evert Street, just south of the Eramosa River, it ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Other

False Reports

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 28, 2018

A study in the book of Exodus 23: 1 – 33

Exodus 23: 1 – 33 False Reports 23 “You shall not circulate a false report. Do not put your hand with the wicked to be an unrighteous witness. 2 You shall not follow a crowd to do evil; nor shall you testify in a dispute so as to turn aside after many to pervert justice. 3 You shall not show ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel