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Choosing Excellence Over Loss-1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 9, 2018

1 of 4. Paul told the Philippian Christians the value & means of maintaining a proper level of commitment to Christ. Christians are expected to maintain their commitment to Christ. But Who will, & How? Those who maintain their commitment to Christ...

CHOOSING EXCELLENCE Over Loss—Php. 3:7-16 Wal-Mart Photo shop worker is approached by a teenaged girl who wanted her boyfriend’s picture duplicated. She wanted the back of the picture inscribed with—‘My dearest Tommy, I love you with all my heart. My love for you grows stronger with each passing ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

Eyes On Jesus! Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 29, 2018

Our world is exploding with violence, and many people who once claimed to follow Jesus are losing heart. They are in danger of drifting away and dropping out.

INTRODUCTION I read recently that 10,000 Baby Boomers turn 65 every day. When we were teenagers we were part of a music revolution. However, as we get older, things change. For that reason I’m thinking about doing a commercial for a remix of songs for aging boomers. What do you think? The ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Covering God With Our Love Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 11, 2019

I can worship God anywhere... but Psalm 100 talks about "going someplace" to worship. Where should I "go" to worship, and how and why should I worship?

I read the story about a couple named Mary and Jim and their dog 'Lucky.' Lucky was an unusual dog. Whenever company come for a weekend visit Mary and Jim had to warn their friends to not leave their luggage open because Lucky would help himself to whatever struck his fancy. Inevitably, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fairy Tale Marriages: The Hidden Dangers Of Romantic Love Series

Contributed by David Mcclain on Jul 22, 2018

Love must be more than romantic love. When romance supersedes covenant as the central bond of marriage, the stability of that relationship is subject to

OPENING SENTENCE: Over the years I have officiated or observed the marriage of quite a few people and with it have seen a significant change in the nature of the couple's wedding vows. INTRODUCTION: In years past the focus of the vow was on the promise to love, honor and cherish until death do us ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Consequences Of Mission Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 2, 2018

Jesus sends out the 72 – Sermon by Gordon Curley. PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: • There Is A Call to Be Answered • There Is A Consequence That Needs To Be Considered • There Is A Joy That Needs To Be Tempered • There Is A Grace That Needs To Be Remembered • There Is A Privilege That Needs To Be Contemplated Ill: • Did you hear the story about the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-24

Denomination: Brethren

Be Prepared

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Apr 10, 2018

Witnessing means that we demonstrate, defend and disarm

BE PREPARED The photographer for a national magazine was assigned to get photos of a great forest fire. Smoke at the scene hampered him and he asked his home office to hire a plane. Arrangements were made and he was told to go at once to a nearby airport, where the plane would be waiting. When he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-16

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Gone Fishing!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Apr 15, 2018

Gone Fishing - John chapter 21 verses 1-21 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). A Night of Defeat (vs 1-3). (2). A Morning of Decision (vs 4-17). (3). A Day of Dedication (vs 18-25). (4). A Lifetime to Serve (vs 20-25). SERMON BODY: Ill: • Explaining marriage to his four-year-old girl; • The dad thought he was doing a good job. • Bute she was as ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-25

Denomination: Brethren

Forgiveness, Faith & Thankfulness Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 7, 2019

Forgiveness, Faith & Thankfulness- Luke chapter 17 verses 1-17 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: • (1). Forgiveness (vs 1-6). • (2). Faithfulness (vs 7-10). • (3). Thankfulness (vs 11-17). SERMON BODY: Ill: • Last month on June 6th, 2019. • You may or may not be aware that POPE Francis changed the Lord's Prayer. • Now as you can imagine this has caused a lot of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-17

Denomination: Brethren

Letting Go - Control

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 21, 2019

An advent series about letting go of the things that lead us away from Jesus.

Letting Go - Control December 22, 2019 It’s not easy to let go of much . . . is it? It’s not easy to give up those favorite old sweatshirts that know every curve and twist of your body. Even though it’s pretty ripped apart. And if you get a new one, we tend to still wear the old one. Giving up ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Matthew 16:24-26, Matthew 26:42

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Wants To Work In Our Lives - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 2, 2019

1. Jesus wants us to speak up about our Savior (vs. 8-12). 2. Jesus wants to give us the strength to stand for Him (vs. 13-34). 3. Jesus wants to save our souls (vs. 35-38).

Jesus Wants to Work in Our Lives - Part 2 The Gospel of John John 9:3-38 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - February 15, 2017 (Revised October 2, 2019) BACKGROUND: *John 9 centers around one of the Lord's wonderful miracles. Jesus healed a man who had been blind ever since the ...read more

Scripture: John 9:3-38

Denomination: Baptist

Suiting Up For The Armour Of God

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on May 20, 2018

God calls us to be strong (do those things that contribute to being strong) and to put on the armour He provides for the battle.

May 20, 2018 Sermon - The Armour of God - Ephesians 6:10-18 At the beginning of world war II, France believed they had a solution to a potential German invasion. They built what was called the Maginot line. The Maginot line was a defensive line built in the 1930’s that stretched for over 200 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Dads Legacy

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jun 22, 2018

A Father's Day Sermon looking at the legacy we as dads leave behind to our families. It looks at what it means to be both a husband and a father.

Father’s Day “A Dad’s Legacy” When it comes to holidays, Father’s Day isn’t up there very high, in fact, it might be at the bottom of the ladder, especially when compared to Mother’s Day. Mother’s Day is huge deal and is highly advertised. Hallmark and flower shops make a fortune on Mothers Day, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:18-21, Proverbs 3:11-12, Ephesians 5:22-27

Denomination: Foursquare

The Promise Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Aug 11, 2013

When Jesus told his disciples he was leaving he also had good news: They wouldn't be left alone. But who was it that Jesus was sending?

It wouldn’t be long and he knew it. For three years he had taught throughout Israel, for three years he had healed the sick and fed the hungry. For three years he pointed people to the Kingdom of God, but the time was coming, it wouldn’t be long now and he knew it. The end was in ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-15

Denomination: Wesleyan

Making God More Real In Your Life

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 22, 2014

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Making God More Real in Your Life John 14:7-15 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/MoreReal.html Jesus is having a Q&A session with His disciples. They have left their jobs, boat investments, mothers and fathers, brothers and sisters, and all their life plans in order to follow the Lord. It has been ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6-15

Denomination: Baptist

A Time To Remember Series

Contributed by Josh Foster on Mar 3, 2014

Sabbath is a time to remember what we were and why we are no longer what we were! We have a Deliverer! We have a Rescuer! The bondage that we’ve been released from is no less dramatic than the bondage that the Israelites were delivered from in Egypt!

Sabbath: A Time to Remember Scripture Text: Deuteronomy 5.12-15 INTRODUCTION As you may remember, …we’re devoting our attention to the subject of “Sabbath-keeping” ~ What does it mean to ‘keep’ Sabbath? There’s-really a-lot-of-material contained-within ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:12-15

Denomination: Nazarene