Sermons on Rehearsal:

Strength In Small Groups Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jan 29, 2004

First step to experiencing the spiritual renewal that overcomes apathy - involvement in a small group.

Jesus quoted the book of Deuteronomy more than any other source. Over eighty times he referred to its pages. Three times during His temptation in the wilderness He quoted from this book. That in itself should arouse our curiosity about the spiritual wisdom in its pages. When you read the first ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:9-18

Denomination: Baptist

"What Is Precious To You?"

Contributed by Fred Mueller on Oct 11, 2006

A sermon on the obscure text of David anbd the three valiant warriors who risked their lives to bring their beloved commander a drink from the well of his hometown - Bethlehem.

It is 2:15 in the morning. You are awakened by the cries of your baby. You nudge your husband, ¡§It¡¦s your turn honey.¡¨ He draws in a deep snore and rolls over. ¡§Oh well,¡¨ you say to yourself. You get up, try to get those eyes open, finally focus as you get near the crib. A skillful ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:13-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Restoring The Romance Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Feb 14, 2006

Applies Jesus’ steps to returning to the church’s first love, to marriage. Suitable for Valentine’s Day.

RESTORING THE ROMANCE (Marriage 5) Well, why don’t you treat me like you used to do? How come you treat me like a worn out shoe? My hair’s still curly and my eyes are still blue. Why don’t you love me like you used to do? Why don’t you spark me like you used to do? And say sweet nothings like ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Theology Of Sin And Sickness

Contributed by W. Alderman on Mar 4, 2006

This message deals with the theology of sickness and suffering in reference to sin.

The Theology of Sin And Sickness John 5:1-16 Can you imagine living in a world without sickness? In such a world there would be no need for physicians, hospitals, health clinics, or nursing homes. There would be no sickness with fever, no crippling due to disease, no need for glasses ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

9. The Lost Sheep, The Lost Coin, And The Lost Son Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on May 29, 2007

Lost people matter to God - and they should matter to us as well. 1. Something valuable is missing. 2. God performs an all-out search for lost people. 3. When lost people are found its time to party!

This sermon is an adaptation of Bill Hybels’ introduction to the video curriculum “Becoming a Contagious Christian”. MAIN IDEA: Lost people matter to God - and they should matter to us as well. 1. Something valuable is missing. 2. God performs an all-out search for lost people. 3. When lost ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Romancing The Home Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 4, 2007

This message deals with thre steps to help couples increase romance in the home. It is a part of my series Desperate Households.

-Romancing the Home Revelation 2:1-5 David Henderson Pastor, Teacher Well, why don’t you treat me like you used to do? How come you treat me like a worn out shoe? My hair’s still curly and my eyes are still blue. Why don’t you love me like you used to do? Why don’t you spark me like you used to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Pharaoh, Pharaoh Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 16, 2008

It’s Satan’s old, deceptive trickery: Mingling truth with error...meeting us halfway...desiring that we be compromisers! Link inc. to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint.

Pharaoh, Pharaoh Exodus 8-10 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Pharaoh.html [to the tune of Louie, Louie] “Pharaoh, pharaoh—oh baby, let my people go!” This was a tune heard at times in my college dorm halls. And sadly, Moses had to rehearse it over and over again because of the hard hearted ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Making Disciples - Shaping Life

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on May 16, 2008

In the Great Commission, Jesus instructs us to go, to do, and be.

MAKING DISCIPLES -- SHAPING LIFE Matthew 28:16-20 (NIV) 16 Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. 17 When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. 18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How Are The Mighty Fallen

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on May 22, 2008

In every city, town, and community there are memorials. We see memorials in the form of crosses along the highway signifying where a loved one was killed in a traffic accident. Memorial monuments are set up in nearly every city to commemorate war heroes

How Are The Mighty Fallen” A Memorial 2 Samuel 1: 17-19 In every city, town, and community there are memorials. We see memorials in the form of crosses along the highway signifying where a loved one was killed in a traffic accident. Memorial monuments are set up in nearly ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 1:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

Fresh S.t.a.r.t.

Contributed by Shawn Kelly on Oct 19, 2008

God gives us the start we need to begin a new life, every day.

FRESH START Colossians 3:12 - 17 12Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. 13Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Good Men Disagree Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on May 8, 2008

Lessons from Paul and Barnabas and their disagreement

WHEN GOOD MEN DISAGREE Acts 15: 36-41 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:36-41

Denomination: Baptist

Preaching Matters

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Sep 2, 2007

Does preaching really matter? Only if we believe God has a message for us.

2 Timothy 3:1-4:4 Preaching Matters Woodlawn Baptist Church September 2, 2007 (Have a stack of sermons on the stage. Pick them up and flip through them in a reminiscing sort of way and think out loud about them.) Though I’ve only been preaching a little over six years, this is a lot of sermons. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus, The Source Of Peace Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 7, 2005

The Source of Peace and Strength to cope with life is found in Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace.

Jesus, The Source of Peace (Philippians 4:4-7) 1. The most infamous young lady to win the Miss Williamsburg, VA beauty pageant has to be Tracey Lippard. She was crowned Miss Williamsburg 1993. She served her year well representing the City of Williamsburg in many activities. As her reign came to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

So What Is Your Goal?

Contributed by Steve Smith on Dec 30, 2006

Commit to "Make A Change For the Better" by 1- Working Out Your Salvation, 2- Move Forward at All Times, and 3- Run Well For Christ!

INTRODUCTION ILL.: An elderly gentleman moved into a retirement community to spend the rest of his life there. It wasn’t long until he had made a number of friends among the other residents including one lady he was especially attracted to, & she was attracted to him, also. So they spent a lot of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Ticket

Contributed by Tim Hedberg on May 9, 2006

Looking for Jesus.

The Ticket John 20:1-18 April 16, 2006 (Easter Sunday) 94 years ago this week, a boat described as unsinkable left its harbor in Southampton, England for its maiden voyage across the Atlantic. This boat, the biggest passenger boat of its time, was carrying 2,224 people - some on board for a ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational