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  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    What Makes A Church Great?

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 12, 2005
    based on 1,234 ratings
     | 53,365 views

    7 Qualities which make a church great. Link included to Formatted Text Version and Powerpoint, audio/video.

    What Makes a Church Great? Acts 4:33 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/GreatChurch.html "And with great power gave the apostles witness of the resurrection of the Lord Jesus: and great grace was upon them all."--Acts 4:33. I believe this is a great church! God is doing great things! But ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Stay Clean Living In A Pig Pen

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Nov 30, 2004
    based on 100 ratings
     | 24,896 views

    If you ever have found it hard to be a Christian in this world - Paul has some good stuff for you in this text.

    "HOW TO STAY CLEAN WHILE LIVING IN A PIGPEN" TEXT: II CORINTHIANS 6:14 - 7:1 INTRODUCTION Have you ever gotten all cleaned and dressed up and then found it hard to stay that way, spaghetti sauce on the white shirt or blouse...grass stains on those new pants. Have you discovered the truth ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Forgiveness

    Contributed by Jb Hall on Jun 29, 2011
     | 16,266 views

    This sermon answers 5 questions: (1) What is forgiveness? (2) Why is forgiveness needed? (3 ) Who needs forgiveness? (4) How do I receive and give forgiveness? (5) What are the results of forgiveness having been received or extended?

    Forgiveness Matthew 18:21 – 35 By: JB Hall Introduction: Central to salvation and the entire Christian life and experience is the issue of forgiveness. One who needs forgiveness is indebted and in bondage. The one who needs to forgive is also in bondage. This morning we want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    God Will Be "As The Dew”

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 28, 2022
     | 3,709 views

    In our text today, Hosea uses a beautiful metaphor to show us how the Lord blesses His people.

    In this beautiful metaphor, He says, "I will be as the dew unto Israel". Now, ordinarily we do not think much about dew, and if we do think about it, we certainly do not compare it to our relationship with God. In fact, we do not see a lot of good in dew. • The ladies generally do not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Pastor Dr. Tim Awotide avatar

    A Heart Of Gratitude Series

    Contributed by Pastor Dr. Tim Awotide on Sep 21, 2014
    based on 2 ratings
     | 68,309 views

    "Sometimes When You Give Thanks To God Is Not Because Of What You Receive But What God Has Done."

    Text: Luke‬ ‭17‬:‭11-17‬ KJV And it came to pass, as he went to Jerusalem, that he passed through the midst of Samaria and Galilee. And as he entered into a certain village, there met him ten men that were lepers, which stood afar off: And they lifted up their voices, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Praised By God Series

    Contributed by Greg Johnson on Sep 21, 2006
     | 3,179 views

    There are so many today endeavoring for the praises of man. Many spend their life seeking the praise and approval of others. Would it not be better to receive the praise of God instead of the praise of man? How does one receive the praise of God?

    Praised by God By Greg Johnson http://www.LovingGodFellowship.org God’s Word says (Romans 2:28-29 NIV) "A man is not a Jew if he is only one outwardly, nor is circumcision merely outward and physical. {29} No, a man is a Jew if he is one inwardly; and circumcision is circumcision of the heart, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Have Hidden Your Word In My Heart

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Feb 19, 2014
     | 7,494 views

    A short talk to encourage the congregation to see Old Testament scripture as Jesus saw it, and specifically to receive the law referred to in Psalm 119 as instruction - like we receive instruction when learning to swim or play guitar.

    Last week I had the wonderful privilege of spending four nights with the Benedictine monks of St. Augustine’s Abbey Chilworth in the Surrey hills. This was my second visit after spending 5 days with them in July 2012 at the start of my extended study leave. Their ministry is prayer and ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    I’ll Fly Away [rapture / Second Coming]

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 6, 2004
    based on 454 ratings
     | 48,090 views

    great outline from SermonCentral user Evie Megginson...Link included to Formatted Text and Powerpoint for this sermon.

    I’LL FLY AWAY PSALMS 55:1-6/I Thess. 4:16-17 Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html In these verses written by David, he is being oppressed by his enemies. He is tired of persecution and wickedness all around him. Thus, in his prayer ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Keeps His Promises Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 26, 2025
     | 270 views

    God has made a way to come to Him, provided an escape from sin, delivered hope to His people, and gave us a redeemer, Jesus, who brings redemption to all who will receive it. It is truly a gift, and one that we must accept and receive!

    Isaiah, Part 18 God Keeps His Promises Isaiah 43:1-28 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons, we are so glad you are here today! - Last week, we saw the emphasis on the ministry of God’s Messiah -- He brings 1) a new covenant and 2) will be a light (standard) for the nations - Today, we’ll ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The Blessing Of Abraham: From Promise To Possession

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 20, 2025
     | 240 views

    The journey of Abraham—from receiving the promise to walking in its possession—is a pattern of faith, obedience, and divine fulfilment.

    THE BLESSING OF ABRAHAM: FROM PROMISE TO POSSESSION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 12:1-3 Supporting Texts: Genesis 15:1-6, Genesis 17:1-8, Galatians 3:13-14, Romans 4:20-21, Hebrews 6:13-15 INTRODUCTION: God’s dealings with Abraham marked the beginning of a covenantal relationship ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    The Light Of God's Glory Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 28, 2014
    based on 9 ratings
     | 25,653 views

    This text helps us understand why the real meaning of Christmas still escapes so many people today.

    2 CORINTHIANS 4:3-6 [CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT SERVICE] THE LIGHT OF GOD'S GLORY During the Christmas season of 1879, an agnostic REPORTER in Boston saw three little girls standing in front of a store window full of toys. One of them was blind. He heard the other two describing the toys to their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Loyd C. Taylor avatar

    Mud Sitting

    Contributed by Loyd C. Taylor on Feb 23, 2024
     | 1,591 views

    I used this sermon for our "Friend Sunday." My main text was Proverbs 18:24, although I used several other texts as time permitted. After a little humor, and prayer I told the illustration about "Mud-sitting."

    Mud Sitting Text: Proverbs 18:24 Date: February 18, 2024, BFBC Friend Sunday at 11 am A little Humor: Just Have to Outrun You Two friends were out hunting in the northern U.S. Suddenly one yelled and the other looked up to see a grizzly charging them. The first started to frantically put on his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "What Will Heaven Be Like?

    Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Aug 1, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,284 views

    Twelve points can be detected as to what Heaven be like by taking careful observations of this text. Good funeral message.

    "What we know about Heaven?" Introduction: I have often referred to this text when referring to Heaven, but here is a careful study on the text. It is a very revealing insight into what Heaven will be like. There are twelve points: 1. Heaven is a real place. Moses and Elias had come from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Learning To Forgive As Christ Forgave

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 2, 2025
     | 347 views

    Just as we have received God’s mercy, we are commanded to extend the same to others, no matter the offence.

    LEARNING TO FORGIVE AS CHRIST FORGAVE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Colossians 3:13 Supporting Texts: Matthew 6:14-15, Ephesians 4:31-32, Luke 23:34, Matthew 18:21-35, Romans 5:8 INTRODUCTION: Forgiveness is one of the most powerful and liberating principles of the Christian life. At the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    One Hope--Care

    Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Dec 20, 2012
     | 5,400 views

    Jesus' care for you led Him to die so you could receive salvation and forgiveness of sin.

    INTRODUCTION If we were to go out on the streets and ask people at random, “What is your greatest need?” we would probably get a number of different responses. We wouldn’t be surprised in this economy if we got several answers of people needing a job so they could provide for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist