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  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    When Water Thirsted

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 13, 2015
    based on 14 ratings
     | 29,803 views

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    When Water Thirsted John 19:28-30 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/WaterThirsted.html Can water be thirsty? Back in John 4 Jesus was thirsty, and asked a woman at a well for some water. He then told her that He could give her living water...the water of life. She said, "Give me this water." Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Buried: A Secret Message

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 20, 2015
    based on 8 ratings
     | 15,042 views

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    Buried: A Secret Message John 19:30-42 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Buried.html A man who died received a telephone bill from Sprint at his new address -- the Hillside Cemetery in Auburn, Mass. "Our clients here don’t usually get mail," said superintendent Wayne Bloomquist. "I wondered if ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    'spot The Difference.' Series

    Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Feb 29, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,378 views

    This message opens up Paul’s spirtual mindset in refuting the religous self confident Jews. He explain despite the Law despite the covenant of circumcision how they too have fallen short of Gods standards in a game of spot the difference.

    Romans 2:17 -3:8 Spot the difference • Have you ever played spot the difference? You can usually spot the difference quite easily because all the differences are on the outside but when it comes to our standing before God, it is a little bit harder to spot the difference because the difference is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Can Trust God

    Contributed by Robert Coats on Nov 24, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,416 views

    You can trust God! This sermon was developed in a new format, using the me-you-God-you-we format. I hope it will help others as it has myself

    You can trust God! ME: When a baby is born it relies totally on the trust of others. There is a major trust factor there. I remember a time when playing football that I went out for a pass and I had to trust that the Quarterback would get the ball to me and he had to trust that I would catch it ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Back To The Bible Series

    Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jan 24, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,260 views

    Scripture is the guidebook that provides the only reliable directions for spiritual formation.

    Back To The Bible 2 Timothy 3:16, 17 Where do we go from here? Where do we get our directions? On the Friday after Christmas, I had the opportunity to hang a garage-door opener. Before I did anything else, I opened up the manual. On Tuesday, January 2, Timothy began the journey back to Groton, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Where Was God? [sandy Hook School Shooting]

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Dec 15, 2012
    based on 117 ratings
     | 34,071 views

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    Where Was God? Psalm 46 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/wherewasgod.html Psalm 46:1-11 1 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. 2 Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; 3 Though the waters ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Baby Changes Everything

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Dec 13, 2013
    based on 14 ratings
     | 23,409 views

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    A Baby Changes Everything Isaiah 1:18 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/BabyChangesEverything.html A man and a woman marry and start a life together. They are young and immature, and understandably, are fairly self-centered in their lifestyle. And then a baby comes along, and changes everything! ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Parents Owe Their Children

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 9, 2013
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,398 views

    Devotion. Direction. Discipline. Link inc. to formatted text, audio.

    What Parents Owe Their Children Ephesians 6:4 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/parentsowechildren.html Devotion. Direction. Discipline. 1. Devotion. Somehow we have communicated to our children that they are a burden rather than a blessing. We can't wait for school to start, and dread summer ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Joy Is A Choice!

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 11, 2015
    based on 15 ratings
     | 22,475 views

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    Happiness Joy is a Choice Philippians 1:12-21 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/JoyChoice.html Yes, happiness/joy is a choice. It really has nothing to do with our circumstances, and everything to do with our perspective and priorities. If we choose to be miserable we will be, and so will those ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fill In The Blanks

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 18, 2015
    based on 6 ratings
     | 12,508 views

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    Fill in the Blanks Philippians 1:21-26 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/FillBlanks.html "To live is ¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬______________ and to die is _______________." This is Paul's philosophy of life. The true meaning and purpose of life is summed up here. v. 21 12 one syllable words ... but they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Psalm 121 - Trip Advisor Series

    Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Aug 13, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,995 views

    This sermon focuses on the concept of travel and the many resources that are available to help ensure a successful and safe trip, but more importantly how Psalm 121 becomes a guide for a safe and successful spiritual journey.

    If you have traveling plans this summer, there are some helpful sites on the internet. There is Expedia, Travelocity, Kayak. One of my favorite travel sites is called Trip Advisor. Does anybody ever use Trip Advisor? Trip Advisor is a really useful travel site. I have been using it now for a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Messiah Is Coming - What Do We Do?

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Dec 5, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,594 views

    This sermon focuses on John's message of repentance. John answers the question - What do we do after we have repented and while we wait for the coming of the Messiah (First for them - Second for us)? John gives us some practical advice.

    Scripture: Zephaniah 3:14-20; Luke 3:7-18 Theme: 3rd Sunday of Advent - Prepare the Way Title: The Messiah Is Coming - What Do We Do? This sermon focuses on John's message of repentance. What do we do after we have repented and while we wait for the coming of the Messiah (First for them ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Making Of A Godly Leader: David’s Journey Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025
     | 393 views

    Leadership in God’s kingdom is never accidental. It is a journey shaped by process, forged in obscurity, tested through adversity, and crowned with divine approval.

    THE MAKING OF A GODLY LEADER: DAVID’S JOURNEY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 16:1-13 Supporting Texts: Psalm 78:70-72, 1 Samuel 17, 1 Samuel 24, 2 Samuel 5:1-4, Acts 13:22, Luke 16:10 INTRODUCTION: Leadership in God’s kingdom is never accidental. It is a journey shaped by process, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Golden Candlestick Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Sep 19, 2008
    based on 47 ratings
     | 14,649 views

    God is Light - The Formation, the Fuel, & the Flame - First we must SEE the Light, then we must BE the Light! Link inc. to formatted text, audio & video, spectacular PowerPoint Presentation.

    The Golden Candlestick Exodus 25:31-40 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/GoldenCandlestick.html Look to your left as you enter the Holy Place and you see this beautiful lampstand, the Menorah, with 7 flames illuminating the room. It is described in minute detail, the most striking detail perhaps ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who Killed Jesus Christ?

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 17, 2014
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,653 views

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    Who Killed Jesus Christ? John 12:23-24 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/WhoKilled.html Jesus died and was buried, and sprung up in everlasting life! He begins now to give the disciples some teaching about what they are about to witness in a just a few days. This is all new to them, but the cross ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist