Sermons on Rubber Band Stretch:

What Will It Take

Contributed by Robert Tallent on Apr 6, 2018

A sermon about doubt

Heb 11:6 But without faith [it is] impossible to please [him]: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and [that] he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. 1. You Need to make up your mind today, Who God is Josh 24:15 And if it seem evil unto you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Our Next Generation Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

We must pass on the history and reality of our faith onto the next generation.

Today, we're going to talk about the stories we tell and the impact they have on our lives and the lives of others. You know how we love to share stories, right? We share them on Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, and all over social media. But have you ever thought about the stories of faith in your ...read more

Topics: Parenting, Education, Sustainability, Legacy

Making Room! (Partnership With The Holy Spirit) Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 28, 2023

To live a fulfilled life, we must make room for Jesus in our lives, partnering with the Holy Spirit in His work, and becoming contributors in God's kingdom.

Let's dive into a cool story from the Bible. It's about Mary, a young girl just like some of you. An angel named Gabriel popped up one day and dropped a bombshell - she was going to have a baby, and not just any baby, but Jesus, the Son of God! (Luke 1:26-38) Imagine that! Mary was probably scared ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20, Luke 1:26-38, Romans 10:14-15

Topics: Spiritual Growth, Faith Practices, Divine Presence, Life Transformation

All At Sea Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Oct 31, 2025

All at Sea

Acts 27 v 27 - 44 All at Sea The Delay - 27 But when the fourteenth night was come, The Distress - as we were driven up and down in Adria, The Discernment - about midnight the shipmen deemed that they drew near to some country; The Distance - 28 And sounded, and found it twenty ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:27-44

Denomination: Holiness

Let The Adventure Begin

Contributed by Paul Decker on May 30, 2006

We need to encourage new believers.

LET THE ADVENTURE BEGIN Acts 9.19-31 S: Discipleship C: Purpose of the Community Th: A People with Purpose Pr: WE NEED TO ENCOURAGE NEW BELIEVERS. TS: Our study today will focus on the new adventure that Saul begins as a new believer in Jesus. Type: Inductive I. CHANGE (19b-22) II. CONFLICT ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Our Harmony In Our Style Series

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 16, 2007

Christians should go from living in the singular to living in the plural. The church is Christianity in the plural. Living in harmony is like making music together.

Our Harmony in Our Style Unity, Harmony, and Community – Part 3 John 17:20-23 Have you ever heard a quartet sing? I know you have heard all kinds of quartets. You have heard barbershop quartets, gospel quartets, or even pop-band quartets. You can hear good ones on the radio, and you can see them ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

A Conviction For Witness—part 2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 14, 2002

Who will bear witness of/to Jesus’ revelation? 17 convictions for bearing witness to Jesus’ revelation. Part 2 of a 2 part sermon.

A CONVICTION FOR WITNESS—Part II—Revelation 1:9-20 Some of us have trouble ‘witnessing’. We allow other things to call us away from that responsibility. The apostle John was convicted to record the fantastic images of Jesus’ revelation. Those loyal to Christ will be convicted to bear record of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Angels Song Series

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Dec 15, 2009

Christmas wonders at the birth of God the Savior.

Series: Songs of Christmas Title: Angels Song Text: Luke 2:8-20 Truth: Christmas wonders at the birth of God the Savior. Aim: I want them to worship God for Christmas. Life ?: How do we recover our wonder of Christmas? INTRODUCTION The intriguing thing about contrasts is their similarities. For ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Church's 4g Connection

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 21, 2013

Christians can enjoy a wonderful unity together with one another. Our bond is Christ. Blest be the tie that binds! And yet we are different from one another...and should be.

The Church's 4G Network Ephesians 4:1-8 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/4G.html I want to know how rich you are. Do you know why? Is it for tithing purposes? No. It's for your sake. I mean true riches. Add up everything you have that money can't buy and death can't take away, and that's how ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

What's Shaping Your World View

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 12, 2017

There are four basic things that determine a person's world view and how they interpret their lives. This message looks at what Jesus has to say about the human heart.

What’s Shaping Your World View 9/3/2017 Psalm 1:1-6 Mark 7:20-23 If I told you, because the Cleveland Browns were undefeated the last three games so they will most likely win the Super bowl, what would your reaction be? Anybody thinking, wow that’s good to hear we have a great team? ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:20-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What's Your World View

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Oct 11, 2017

We all look at the world through a certain lens. The lens that we use will cause us to see different things. Someone is always trying to provide us with their lens. We need to see the world and humanity as Christ sees them.

What’s Shaping Your World View 9/3/2017 Psalm 1:1-6 Mark 7:20-23 If I told you, because the Browns were undefeated the last three games so they will most likely win the Super bowl, what would your reaction be? Anybody thinking, wow that’s good to hear we have a great team? Anybody ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:20-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Measure Of Our Worldwide Evangelism

Contributed by Mark Hall on Mar 24, 2024

I give my permission for this sermon to be used in its fullest for the glory of God. Soul winning is very dear to the heart of God. When Jesus measures our life, one of the great things He will be looking for is what we did to bring people into His kingdom.

THE MEASURE OF OUR WORLDWIDE EVANGELISM Please open your Bible to John 3:16 for today’s message “Worldwide Evangelism.” My hope in presenting this series, is to give you insight on how to prepare for that special day when the Lord measures your life for eternal greatness and rewards. When I picture ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17, 1 Thessalonians 2:19, Daniel 12:3, Revelation 7:9-10, Matthew 24:14, Luke 6:38, Matthew 13:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Church Is The Body Of Christ Series

Contributed by Ron Bridgewater on Oct 29, 2025

Week #2 in our series At the Core

They say that strengthening your core… that is your stomach muscles, your pelvic muscles, your back muscles can lead to a lot of incredible benefits. Improved Posture and Reduced Back Pain, Enhanced Balance and Stability, Improved Coordination and Agility, Reduced Risk of Falls, Enhanced Breathing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

He Came To Show Us Who We Are Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on May 18, 2005

God really moved through this message in a powerful way as He invited us to see ourselves through the mirror of his love for us. (I Am Jesus - 11)

He Came To Show Us Who We Are I Am Jesus – part eleven {Note I bought 2 fun house mirrors for this message and had them in the foyer prior to church, for people to look in and laugh at their distorted images. When it came time to preach, I had some guys bring them up front) 13Then Jesus ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Beware Of The Drum Major Instinct

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jan 23, 2004

This is a sermon preached on Martin Luther King Jr. Sunday. It deals with the desire to be first and the problems it can cause

Beware Of The Drum Major Instinct GNLCC 1/18/04 Micah 6:6-8 Mark 10:35-45 Our daughter Anita had been part of the Mighty Shaw High Band for four years. But something leaped inside of me, when she came home that fifth year and announced that she was going to be the head drum major her ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:6-8, Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed