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The Road Of Doubt That Leads To The Ditch Of Unbelief Series

Contributed by Bryan Crumpler on Oct 2, 2009

A warning to the church about doubt and unbelief

Warnings from Hebrews The road of doubt that leads to the ditch of unbelief. Bryan Crumpler INTRO: WE NEED TO LISTEN TO WARNINGS Illustration of warnings 1. Americans are getting warned to death. Manufactures are growing increasingly wary of being sued when their products are misused, so ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

In The Dark- Part Two

Contributed by Joe Rowland on Oct 19, 2009

I dreamed that I was in the dark. I had a feeling of hopelessness. I was afraid. All of a sudden, God’s presence came upon me. I started to shout, “Jesus”. I no longer felt hopeless. I was not afraid to be in the dark. I knew that God was with me.

In The Dark- Part Two Deuteronomy 20:1-4 1 When thou goest out to battle against thine enemies, and seest horses, and chariots, and a people more than thou, be not afraid of them: for the LORD thy God is with thee, which brought thee up out of the land of Egypt. 2 And it shall be, when ye are come ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 20:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Praise Is Comely

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Feb 21, 2009

The King James Version word "comely" helps us see that praise and worship fit the reality of today’s world, but are attractive to those who need perspective by which to live.

Our members will know that I seldom use the King James Version of the Scriptures, except on certain occasions when the majesty and beauty of its language are desirable. We are a church which is generally committed to contemporary readings of the Bible because they are more accurate and are easier ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 147:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Confusion Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 21, 2009

Babel means ‘confusion.’ It’s where we get the word ‘babble.’ And man w/out God is confused, and only God can help man ’rise up’ and make sense of things. Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

Confusion Genesis 11:1-9 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Confusion.html Babel means ‘confusion.’ It’s where we get the word ‘babble.’ And man w/out God is confused, and only God can help man ’rise up’ and make sense of things. 1) After the Flood, God commanded man to spread abroad, replenish and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

It's All For Our Good Series

Contributed by A. David Hart on Jun 1, 2008

This sermon is to encourage the believer to understand how God works for the good of us in all situation.

IT’S ALL FOR OUR GOOD Romans 8:28 My brothers and sisters, there are times when some verses in God’s word to the believers does not make good sense. For example, in one scripture alone it gives us four things to do that appear to not make good ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

Spirituality Of Pilgrimage Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jun 25, 2008

Pilgrimage is traveling with God

Celtic Spirituality of Pilgrimage Earthed Spirituality Retreat: June 13, 2008 The Spiritual Practice of Pilgramage – traveling for a spiritual experience – to the Holy Land, Rome or other historic sites. People go on pilgrimages for many different reasons – healing, penance, connection with God, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-12

Denomination: *other

Exodus 9 Series

Contributed by Tom Owen on Aug 11, 2009

verse-by-verse

Have you ever overcomplicated something? You know the old acrostic – K.I.S.S. which means keep it simple stupid. Sometimes we overcomplicate things and in the process miss the simple truth. [“He’s Just Not That Into You” movie illustration.] Tonight we’re going to be looking at a series of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:21-51

Denomination: Baptist

Could I Ever Fall From Faith?

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Aug 17, 2009

Could I Ever Fall from Faith? 1) Yes, if you underestimate sin. 2) No, if you rely on God’s promises.

“That could never happen to me.” Ever think that when you see the homeless sleeping on a park bench? Ever suppose: “I’m getting a good education. I manage my money well. And I don’t have any addictions so no, that could never happen to me”? I wonder how many homeless people too once thought that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

What's In Your Bag? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 21, 2008

As followers of Jesus we all have difficulties that face us in life. In John 16 Jesus tells us that the Holy Spirit comes to help us not only overcome but be at peace when life feels anything but peaceful. We just need to reach into the bag!

I have something in my trunk that I carry with me at all times. Actually for a long time it was two bags. I created these bags when I worked as a television reporter. Setting out for work each day I never knew where I would be sent that day—what story I might have to cover. I had to be prepared for ...read more

Scripture: John 16:1-33

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Super Sunday, Super Tuesday, & Satan's Superman Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 31, 2008

Jesus rode into town on Sunday, and He rose on the next Super Sunday, but He gave these super teachings about the end of the world on Tuesday. Link inc. to formatted text, audio & video, and PowerPoint Presentation.

Super Sunday, Super Tuesday, & Satan’s Superman Mt. 24:24; II Thess. 2 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/SatansSuperman.html It was a super Sunday when Jesus rode into town as King, but the ‘superest’ Sunday of all was a week later when He rose from the dead! I don’t know how super this Tuesday will ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Caught Between The Contradictions

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Feb 12, 2007

5 things to do when you feel caught between contradictions doctrinally, morally or spiritually. Sometimes no matter what we do, we feel like we won’t be able to please anyone or even God.

I. I STORY ABOUT A BAD DAY A. Song Lyrics “You had A Bad Day” – by Daniel Powter Where is the moment we needed the most You kick up the leaves and the magic is lost They tell me your blue skies fade to grey They tell me your passion’s gone away And I don’t need no carryin’ on You stand in ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 10:19-20

Denomination: Church Of God

Garage Door Evangelism

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 6, 2007

This sermon deals with new methods of evangelism in the 21st century.

“Garage Door Evangelism” I Corinthians 9:19-27 INTRODUCTION: In Dary Northrop’s book, Garage Door Evangelism, he discusses some new ways to “do church” in the 21st century. He says that often churches give a picture of perfection--only the beautiful Front Door ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-27

Denomination: Methodist

What The Angels Proclaimed

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Dec 22, 2007

Truths about Christ for our day

Luke 2:8-14 WHAT THE ANGELS PROCLAIMED! This is not original with me as I have borrowed from a song and some statements of faith. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing Hark! the herald angels sing Glory to the new-born King! Peace on earth and mercy mild, God and sinners reconciled! 1. There is A NEW ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

Upside-Down Christianity

Contributed by Joe Burke on Dec 23, 2006

It’s all about Jesus!

UPSIDE-DOWN CHRISTIANITY I tend to live life as if I am the action hero of this great epic that centers on me and my personal life. It’s all about me and my plans, my future, my family, my hopes, my dreams, my difficulties, my pains, my sicknesses, my church, my group, my community, etc. I know ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:16

Denomination: Catholic

How To Have A Happy New Year

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Jan 1, 2007

This is an expository sermon on the two ways of living life as described by the Psalmist in the opening psalm of the Psalter which encourages trust in God and His Word.

Do you want to have a Happy New Year in 2007? Do you want to live a happy life in 2007? Well, the Psalmist tells us how in the opening hymn of his hymnal. Here the Psalmist presented two ways of living life. In fact, this psalm provides the “door way” as it were to the remainder of the psalter, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist