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  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Born Identity

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 10, 2006
    based on 66 ratings
     | 14,238 views

    Will my baby / child go to heaven if it dies? Can my mentally challenged youngster get saved? As a Pastor I hear the first question a lot. As the parent of a special needs child, I ask the latter question often. What does the Bible say on this subject

    Born Identity Jeremiah 1:5 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/BornIdentity.html Jeremiah 1:5 Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations. I believe that at the moment of conception a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jim Heidebrecht avatar

    Unity In The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Jim Heidebrecht on Jun 23, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,390 views

    Sermon 4 in the Galatians series. Throughout the series I studied G. Walter Hansen’s commentary from the IVP New Testament series (and others), and read other pastors sermon series on Galatians such as the series by Dr. Paul Newton of SouthWoods Baptist.

    INTRO: Being a part of something Nothing brings people together like being united in a common goal When you are part of something that is bigger than any one person, something where everyone has a part to play and we all rely on each other. I was in the marching band in High School. In the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Price avatar

    The Shepherd's Covenant

    Contributed by Mark Price on Jun 29, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,089 views

    Upon hearing H.B London speak at a leadership congference, and haveing read the book "The Speherd’s Covenant for Pastors," I utilized the principles in the covenant to share my heart with the church. You can go to http://www.parsonage.org/shepherds/index

    Text: Pro 27:17 Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend. Introduction I have had the privilege of attending some great conferences since I have been in ministry. But of all those I have attended, one that places among the most beneficial to my personal ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Jason Pettibone avatar

    What Does A Spiritual Person Look Like? Series

    Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Aug 28, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,993 views

    What does a Spiritual Person look like? For you, who models what a spiritual person is: Mother Theresa? Billy Graham? Your grandma? Joel Osteen? Bono? This pastor? All kidding aside, each of these people - including yours truly - illustrates a type of

    This week I read a story about a profoundly disabled little girl named Danielle and Bernie and Diane, the middle-aged couple who adopted her. Dani spent the first 7 years of her life in miserable squalor, surrounded by roaches and maggots. She has no mental or physical disabilities but she is very ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Anointed One Series

    Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jan 21, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 13,625 views

    Jesus ushers in a new kingdom and, with it, a new purpose for His followers’ lives. A special sermon contribution from the SON OF GOD sermon packet for pastors, inspired by the SON OF GOD movie from Mark Burnett and distributed by 20th Century Fox.

    We live in an age of rapid change. Our lives, our surroundings, our routines are constantly changing— sometimes so fast that we don’t even notice it; we can’t keep track; we can’t keep up. In the process, things that once were necessities to us become quaint, obsolete, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • James Lee avatar

    We Were Made To Thrive Series

    Contributed by James Lee on Dec 7, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 18,202 views

    I would like to thank Pastor Jerry Shirley for sharing. It has been a blessing as well as a great help as I spend my days caring for my dying father. I kept some of the messages to share even after my Father passed way.

    We Were Made to Thrive Acts 20:22-25 Some think being a Christian means living a life as boring as watching paint dry and I’ve known some pretty boring Christians but it’s because they haven’t experienced the Christian life the way God intended it. God never intended for our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    D-E-A-C-O-N

    Contributed by Larry Wilson on Oct 7, 2011
     | 4,898 views

    What are the biblical requirements for the office of deacon. In 1 Tim. 3:1-7 the requirements for pastor are given, and so we have a pulpit committee and perhaps even a background check. But 1 Tim. 3:8-13 makes it clear that we need to be careful in choos

    REQUIREMENTS FOR DEACONS 1 Timothy 3:8-13 THERE ARE AS MANY VERSES LISTING THE REQUIREMENTS OF DEACONS AS THERE ARE FOR PASTOR. A PASTOR MUST GO THROUGH AN INTENSE EXAMINATION, YET IN MANY CHURCHES DEACONS SLIDE ONTO THE BOARD UNCHECKED. THAT HAS NOT BEEN THE CASE AT CALVARY. There are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Stephen Belokur avatar

    Why I Don't Have A "Vision" Or "5 Year Plan" For Our Church

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jun 13, 2018
     | 4,621 views

    This is an abbreviated sermon used after my annual pastor's report to the congregation explaining why we do not have a written "business plan" for church growth. Instead it lays out the 3 foundational steps the Lord has put in my heart as I serve here.

    If you would, please stand as we say together our memory Scripture for this quarter: Romans 12:4-5 “Just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, so in Christ we who are many form one body, and each member belongs to all the others.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • James Lee avatar

    The Sin God Won’t Forgive Mark 3:28-30 Series

    Contributed by James Lee on Nov 19, 2013
     | 11,356 views

    Parts of this message was adapted from a sermon by Pastor Jerry Shirley. Today I want to focus on the idea of “Have I crossed the line?” Have I committed the unforgivable sin? People often ask what is the “Unpardonable or the unforgivable sin”?

    A pastor asked his congregation this question. “Is there anyone here who has never sinned? If there is, please stand up.” Well In the back of the room John stood up. The pastor said “John, are you telling me that you have never sinned?” “No” said John, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Am A Survivor "When The Smoke Clears"

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Apr 10, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,704 views

    Our God is all powerful and can do anything but He chooses to work through men. Every protective barrier has failed; Kings, prophets, priest, governors, pastors and judges are fearfull, yet God is searching for an intercesor to stand in the gap and make up the hedge.

    The name Ezekiel means God strengthens or God empowers. This young prophet of God had experienced some difficult times. He along with Daniel, the Hebrews boys and many others had been carried captive into Babylon. They lost their identity, their heritage and their dignity. It is one thing to be in ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Larry Grant avatar

    The Marriage Of The Lamb Series

    Contributed by Larry Grant on Sep 12, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,911 views

    Years ago Pastor Alan Carr preached “A Marriage made in Heaven” where he talked about the marriage of the Lord Jesus as the catalyst for Heaven’s anthems of praise. Those in Heaven lift their voices in four “Hallelujah’s” (4 Specific praises to God)!

    We have arrived at an exciting portion of the Bible. After the dark, dreary chapters from 6 to 18 these verses gleam with the glory of Heaven. We are going to talk about the marriage super of the Lamb. You see, for the church, the end times shape up like this: In the Rapture, we will be Caught Up; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    Dealing With Tensions And Conflicts In Churches And Church Organisations – Practical Examination And Suggestions – Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 21, 2024
     | 523 views

    We need mature men in ministry, tried and tested and well established in the bible. Many times the pastor finds himself in the middle of problems and tensions, some serious, particularly when it comes to complaints about others. A cult following must not happen to any minister. Humility!

    DEALING WITH TENSIONS AND CONFLICTS IN CHURCHES AND CHURCH ORGANISATIONS – PRACTICAL EXAMINATION AND SUGGESTIONS – PART 4 Problems and tensions in the church often begin small and escalate. They can be difficult to remedy and this series of articles looks at some areas that cause tensions and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Made Alive.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 13, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,458 views

    The famous Baptist pastor D.L. Moody used to say, “Some day, you will read in the papers that D.L. Moody of East Northfield is dead. Don’t believe a word of it! At that moment I shall be more alive than I am now!”

    Made Alive. Ephesians 2:1-22NIV The book of Ephesians was written some 70AD. The apostle Paul wrote this book from prison. What would make a man go to such extremes? -Paul had been made alive! He had a Damascus Road experience. -When you are made alive, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Pag-Aasawa Sa Bibliya Para Sa Ika -21 Siglo

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 9, 2023
     | 1,530 views

    Buod: Ang Sermon na Ito ay Ibinigay Sa Isang Salu-salo Para sa mga Pastor At Kanilang Asawa Upang I-renew ang Kanilang Kasal. May plano ang Diyos para sa kasal at ito ay mabuti.

    Pag-aasawa sa Bibliya Para sa Ika -21 Siglo Ni Rick Gillespie- Mobley Efeso 5:21-4 Buod: Ang Sermon na Ito ay Ibinigay Sa Isang Salu-salo Para sa mga Pastor At Kanilang Asawa Upang I-renew ang Kanilang Kasal. May plano ang Diyos para sa kasal at ito ay ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • MELVIN NEWLAND avatar

    Labor Day – "Well Done. . .”

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Sep 3, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,101 views

    If we’re honoring work, shouldn't we go to work an hour early on Labor Day & say to our boss, "I'm so thankful for this job that I'm here early, & I don't even want to be paid for today, because I appreciate my job so much."

    MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Gen. 2:2,7,15, 3:17 19, 7:33; Matt. 7:23, 25:21; Luke 10:2; Col. 3:23-24 A. This is Labor Day ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ