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  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Heroes - Memorial Day

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 23, 2007
    based on 174 ratings
     | 31,302 views

    INCLUDES FREE DOWNLOADABLE MEMORIAL DAY TRIBUTE VIDEO! What is a true hero? Many have given their lives so that we might live ours more abundantly! Link included to formatted text, audio & video, & PowerPoint Presentation.

    Heroes Ephesians 3:20-21 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Heroes.html What is a Hero? Say amen when you see a picture of a hero, and ‘boo’ when you don’t. [one-by-one slides of Britney Spears, 9/11 firefighters, American Idol judges, our military, Paris Hilton, Lindsay Lohan, President Bush, Jerry ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In Whose Image Are You

    Contributed by David Rogers on Jun 2, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,050 views

    A sermon that discuss why we were created in the Image of God.

    In Whose Image Are You Genesis 1:26-28 Prayer Introduction The assertion [that human brings were made in the image of God] confirms the genuineness of each man’s freedom. Experience tells us that we are free, in the sense that we make real choices between alternatives and could have chosen ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Unusual Easter Text: The Ascended Jesus

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 9, 2007
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     | 5,382 views

    If we can get a glimpse of Who Jesus is in all His majesty, we would be more zealous to follow Him.

    An Unusual Easter Text: The Ascended Jesus (Revelation 1:12-18) 1. Some things are too good to be believable. 2. Here is an actual quotation from a supervisor at 3M who was speaking to an employee who had quickly solved a long-standing problem: "Doing it right is no excuse for not meeting the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Bible And Abortion

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 23, 2005
    based on 40 ratings
     | 9,660 views

    A message on the sanctity of human life.

    THE BIBLE AND ABORTION Psalm 100 v. 3 is key verse INTRO: Some have suggested the Bible does not specifically address the matter of sanctity of life or the abortion issue. Nothing could be further from the truth. The Bible is overflowing in its teaching ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Holy Trinity

    Contributed by David Trexler on May 20, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,282 views

    It’s about Love, Love, Love

    Holy Trinity 2008 “The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.” During the week I thought maybe this Sunday I might take off from going deep. It’s been a tough week on everybody, and I thought a nice relaxing, perhaps ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    He Is Alive!! Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on May 4, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,512 views

    How often does God take us to a place in our walk with Him where we are confused and don't understand? How often do we then find ourselves remembering what God has told us and the understanding begins to flow?

    1But on the first day of the week, at early dawn, they went to the tomb, taking the spices they had prepared. First day of the week – Sunday… this is why Christians observe worship of Christ on Sundays instead of what is traditionally believed to be the Sabbath which is Saturday. As ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Gratitude In The Shade Of The Cross!

    Contributed by Bledar Valca on Apr 14, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,382 views

    A new look at the story of 10 lepers

    GRATITUDE IN THE SHADE OF THE CROSS! Luke 17:11-19 Few years ago, we had Carl Mitchell of Harding University come to Albania and do series of lectures on family life and issues. Other then the lectures he gave we asked him to preach for us on Sunday. I vividly remember that as he was talking about ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Good Man That Was Really Bad!

    Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 8, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,116 views

    There is no other way of salvation but God’s way!

    INTRO. Have you ever just seen someone that was a good man or woman, but knew they had a need that only God could meet. We go through lives, many times seeking for the things that will only satisfy for a brief time, and wonder why we are never content. In our text today, we see a great story of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Soldier Of Jesus, In The Army Of God

    Contributed by Lorraine Greeff on Apr 8, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,005 views

    we are all part of one body, the head being Jesus, time to act like it

    A SOLDIER OF JESUS, IN THE ARMY OF GOD Ephesians 6:12-13 For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armour of God, ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    "I Will Not Believe" Series

    Contributed by Tim May on Apr 13, 2015
     | 5,665 views

    When Thomas says, “I will not believe what he is really saying is I want to believe I just have a different set of criteria than the one you are offering me.

    INTRODUCTION: Nobody likes to be perceived as being naive or gullible. - My experince at RAF Greenham Common - Having sailors stand the Mail Buoy Watch - Sending my brother to get a can of dehydrated water. When Thomas says, “I will not believe what he is really saying is I want to believe ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Shaking Things Up Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 22, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,167 views

    Salt is a symbol of permanence as well as a reminder of purity, preservation, health and even destruction. These are things that we are called to be and do as followers of the Leader.

    1. Chick-Fil-A Mission Several months ago Chick-fil-A's founder, Truett Cathy, made people upset when he claimed: "I think we are inviting God's judgment on our nation when we shake our fist at him and say, 'We know better than you as to what constitutes a marriage.'" And said that his company was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Conduct Of A Follower Of Christ -- Real Christian Life Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 26, 2015
     | 5,251 views

    dealing with the thought of working out our salvation.

    THE CONDUCT OF A FOLLOWER OF CHRIST REAL CHRISTIAN LIFE PHILIPPIANS 2:12-16 SO THEN, MY BELOVED, JUST AS YOU HAVE ALWAYS OBEYED, NOT AS IN MY PRESENCE ONLY, BUT NOW MUCH MORE IN MY ABSENCE, WORK OUT YOUR SALVATION WITH FEAR AND TREMBLING; 13  FOR IT IS GOD WHO IS AT WORK IN YOU, BOTH TO WILL AND TO ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Could Peter Evangelize The Family Of Malchus

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 23, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,723 views

    Could Peter Evangelize the Family of Malchus

    Could Peter Evangelize the Family of Malchus John 18:10 (KJV) 10 Then Simon Peter having a sword drew it, and smote the high priest's servant, and cut off his right ear. The servant's name was Malchus. You pull up to a traffic light and there is a young man with tattoos all over, pink hair, ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Paul Sends Out Missionaries

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 16, 2013
     | 4,446 views

    God's word gets published by those who oppose the Gospel and those who proclaim and promote it.

    Paul Sends out Missionaries Acts 8:1-3 Introduction Last week we finished the powerful sermon of Stephen, who was martyred for his defense of the Christian faith. A great crowd held their ears and rushed upon him and stoned him. We noted that he followed the example of Jesus in forgiving those ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Say The Magic Words: "Thank You"

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 26, 2013
     | 10,618 views

    Thanksgiving is a powerful spiritual exercise intended for daily use.

    1. Thanksgiving and Family The day before Thanksgiving an elderly man in Phoenix called his son in New York and said to him, "I hate to ruin your day, but I have to tell you that your mother and I are divorcing; 45 years of misery is enough. We're sick of each other, and so you call your sister in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ