Sermons on Pass It On:

Two

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 5, 2013

Jesus, with pinpoint, laser-like clarity cuts through all the red tape and fine print and says there are two pinnacle principles that serve as the hinge pins on which the kingdom swings.

Two I. Introduction Do you ever think about the type of person Jesus was? I am talking about personality wise. When we think about each other that is what we do . . . mild, direct, intense, aloof, or warm. But when we think about Jesus we often stop at thinking about who He was and not what He was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:35-40

Denomination: Pentecostal

Dividing Over Debatables

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 17, 2012

In this church age, when we are supposed to be adding and multiplying, we are subtracting and dividing.

Dividing Over Debatables Romans 14:1-6 http://www.gbcdecatur.org/sermons/121017pm.mp3 Sad Math: In this church age, when we are supposed to be adding and multiplying, we are subtracting and dividing. Disharmony among God’s people is at epidemic levels. We may have great unity at GBC, but most ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Never Again

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 29, 2012

A sermon on Amos 7:1-9 (Much material adapted from Cecil P. Staton, Jr. in book Interpreting Amos For Preaching and Teaching Kerygma and Church, chapter 8)

HoHum: “Never again,” John said. “Never again will I trust you. I can’t forgive you this time.” Ann could feel the pain in his words. His heart was broken, and now he was going to break hers. “Never again! No more chances! How could you do this again? ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christ The King

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Nov 2, 2012

The kingdom of God does not take shape in the physical world. It exists in the hearts and minds of believers who inhabit earthly countries and kingdoms. Unlike earthly kingdoms it is eternal.

November 25, 2012 Last Sunday of the Church Year -- Christ the King -- Series B Grace mercy and peace from God the father and Christ Jesus our Lord. Text Daniel 7:13-14 ESV I saw in the night visions, and behold, with the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 7:13-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Grace At Work 11 - Prophetic Ministry Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Nov 18, 2012

Answers to congregational questions about prophetic ministry as it functions in the church today.

Dakota Community Church November 18, 2012 Grace at Work - 11 The Ministry Gifts: Ephesians 4:11-12 - some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers I want to begin by addressing some of the issues that have arisen from the discussion panel ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-12

Denomination: Mennonite

Blinded By Lies, Confronted By The Truth Series

Contributed by Tim Spear on Dec 6, 2012

Lies have a devastating and corrupting effect, but the Truth can help people overcome those lies.

Jesus, the God-man: Gospel of John “Blinded by Lies, Confronted by the Truth” John 18:28-40 Introduction: “Above all, don't lie to yourself. The man who lies to himself and listens to his own lie comes to a point that he cannot distinguish the truth within him, or around him, and ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-40

Denomination: Baptist

Crossing Dark Waters Series

Contributed by Tim Spear on Dec 6, 2012

Jesus shows us how we can achieve spiritual victories.

Jesus, the God-man: Gospel of John “Crossing Dark Waters” John 18:1-11 Introduction: December 25, 1776 and Gen. Washington had a daring plan to attack the Hessians at Trenton, NJ while they were asleep or drunk with Christmas merriment. In order to do this, they had to cross a frozen ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Instructions From Jairus

Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Jul 8, 2013

Fathers actions can influence the family and Church

INSTRUCTIONS FROM JAIRUS MARK 5:21-24, 21 And when Jesus was passed over again by ship unto the other side, much people gathered unto him: and he was nigh unto the sea. 22 And, behold, there cometh one of the rulers of the synagogue, Jairus by name; and when he saw him, he ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christ Comes For His Bride Series

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Jul 19, 2013

Gomer's unfaithfulness as a symbol of us, and Hosea's humility in purchasing back his bride as a symbol of Christ's humility to come and suffer for us.

The King Comes for His Bride If you are a little down, and looking for a pick-me-up, the Minor Prophets are probably not the thing to read. Usually within them are some fantastic nuggets of encouragement, and prophecies about Christ's redemption, however, most of what they have to say can be ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

"What Doesn't Kill Us Makes Us Stronger" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Jul 30, 2013

This message looks at God's toolbox to find the tools that God uses to craft us into a more mature believer.

The Road to Spiritual Maturity “What Doesn’t kill us makes us Stronger” James 1:1-12 Let’s begin this morning with a few brief facts we need to know about the book of James. 1. It was written sometime prior to AD 62. 2. It was written by James, the brother of Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

"What Doesn't Kill Us Makes Us Stronger"

Contributed by David Henderson on Sep 9, 2013

All of us will face trials. Ironside said, "be careful you do not allow your trials to be wasted on you."

The Road to Spiritual Maturity “What doesn’t kill us makes us Stronger” James 1:1-12 Let’s begin this morning with a few brief facts we need to know about the book of James. 1. It was written sometimes prior to AD 62. 2. It was written by James, the brother of Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Altared - Pt. 3 - Pinky Swear! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Sep 13, 2013

Once prominent in churches. Once prominent in life. Now seldom seen in our buildings. Have they also disappeared from our life? We have been called to live an "Altared" life. Why?

Altared - Pt. 3 - Pinky Swear I. Introduction For some it was padded. For others it folded down. For some a simple rail. For others it was built in and for others it was a separate piece of furniture that often became a display location for offering plates, plastic flowers, and croquette covered ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Purposes In Our Problems

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Aug 5, 2012

A sermon that teaches us about the providence of God in the life of Joseph.

“God’s Purposes in Our Problems” “Genesis 50:19-21” Genesis 50:20 But as for you, ye thought evil against me; but God meant it unto good, to bring to pass, as it is this day, to save much people alive. ********** I. Joseph’s Problems a. His dream becomes a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

Temptation

Contributed by Ken Henson on Aug 7, 2012

Many battles are won in our minds! Temptations are first overcome in our minds because that is where the battle is and that is where the victory also is. Hiding God’s Word in our hearts is a great weapon to fight temptations.

Matthew 4:1-17 ILLUSTRATION: My wife is a consummate shopper and she once saw this cart with variety of rugs being sold near our home. When she asked how much it was, the guy said, Rs. 17,000/-. She managed to bargain and bring the price down and she got the rug. Later another day, the same ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-17

Denomination: *other

Summa Cum Laude

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Sep 30, 2012

A sermon that challenges the body of Christ to make sure that they possess agape love.

“Summa Cum Laude” “1 Corinthians 13:1-13” 1 Corinthians 13:13 And now abideth faith, hope, charity, these three; but the greatest of these is charity. You might want to know what my title means and why I chose this phrase for this sermon when it is not even graduation ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Baptist