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  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    An Up Front Word On Backsliding

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Apr 11, 2008
    based on 105 ratings
     | 8,975 views

    How correctable are you? Does God have permission to speak to your heart? What if what He says to you today requires you to humble yourself? Link inc. to formatted text, audio & video, PowerPoint.

    An Up Front Word on Backsliding Proverbs 14:14 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Backslide.html The word backslider has a negative ring to it. Most people cringe or tighten when they hear the word, just like we do when we hear the names “Judas” or “Jezebel” or when the word “hypocrite” is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Down But Not Out

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 24, 2010
    based on 75 ratings
     | 48,706 views

    There was hand-to-hand combat in the corners, but he still could turn to God. When you can't look this way or that you can always look up! Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

    Down But Not Out 2 Corinthians 4:8-18 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/DownButNotOut.html We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair [2Cor. 4:8]. Paul is making a comparison here. He says, "We are troubled." That is a comparative degree. But he says, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Principles Of Leadership

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 6, 2010
    based on 55 ratings
     | 20,614 views

    Nehemiah was by far one of the best leaders in all of history. And anyone who is willing to follow the principles put forth in this book can also become a great leader. Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

    Principles of Leadership Nehemiah 2:11-16 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/PrinciplesOfLeadership.html He was by far one of the best leaders in all of history. And anyone who is willing to follow the principles put forth in this book can also become a great leader. Nehemiah had walls to build, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Ideal Church Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 28, 2009
    based on 105 ratings
     | 16,964 views

    Their ENERGY, their ELECTION, their EXAMPLE, their ENTHUSIASM, and their EXPECTANCY. More than a rough draft, Paul’s first letter to any church was the final word on what a church should be. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

    The Ideal Church I Thessalonians 1 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/IdealChurch.html This is Paul’s earliest writing of at least thirteen books. But you couldn’t tell it. It may have been a first draft but that made no difference for he wasn’t the real author. That’s inspiration...perfection from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Behold The Throne!

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 23, 2011
    based on 68 ratings
     | 17,084 views

    Why does the church go off the air in Rev. 4:1? Because the church goes “in the air” - and look what we see in heaven! Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

    Behold the Throne! Rev. 4 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/BeholdTheThrone.html Rev. 1:19 Write the things which thou hast seen, and the things which are, and the things which shall be hereafter. ‘hast seen’—ch. 1—glimpse at glorified Christ, eternity ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Undercover Jesus

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 21, 2013
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,212 views

    Why is Jesus going incognito? Is it for fear of His life? No. Some might try to kill Him, but He could avoid that. His hour is not yet come. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

    Undercover Jesus John 7:10 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Undercover.html Why is Jesus going incognito? Is it for fear of His life? No. Some might try to kill Him, but He could avoid that. His hour is not yet come. Might some try to make Him their King? Yes. That hour is not yet come ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Fruit Of Unity Series

    Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Nov 1, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,197 views

    Have you noticed that ducks fly in the form of a V? While in the air, these birds unite to create a symmetrical formation—one that seems to be choreographed by the divine hand of God. Upon flying in this manner, the ducks are not only presenting an air

    Ice Breaker: What do you think are things that damage unity? Key Verse: I Corinthians 3:1-9 INTRODUCTION: Have you noticed that ducks fly in the form of a V? While in the air, these birds unite to create a symmetrical formation—one that seems to be choreographed by the divine hand of ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Bringing People To Jesus

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 10, 2012
    based on 20 ratings
     | 16,132 views

    In our text there's only one follower of Jesus, but he finds someone who found someone, and they each brought someone to Jesus, who in turn did the same. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

    Bringing People to Jesus John 1:35-51 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/BringToJesus.html Our missionaries in NYC are seeing some great ministry right now, reaching out to those suffering in their area from the storm damage. People are guarding their possessions in their driveways. Looters have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Some Aspects Of The Church From Its Beginning To The Marriage Supper Of The Lamb – Names Of The Church – Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 3, 2023
     | 1,200 views

    In this first article in the Series we are looking at the formation and the biblical names for the Church. We look at Church, Bride, Body of Christ, Assembly, Pearl of Great Price, Spiritual House, and God’s Household. The universal Church is not that well understood.

    SOME ASPECTS OF THE CHURCH FROM ITS BEGINNING TO THE MARRIAGE SUPPER OF THE LAMB – NAMES OF THE CHURCH – PART 1 [[A]]. THE INTRODUCTION TO THIS STUDY OF THE CHURCH These messages will look at the beginning of the Church, its members, its functions and a lot more things. The Marriage Supper of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    An Empty Tomb?- So What?! Series

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Apr 9, 2004
    based on 16 ratings
     | 4,762 views

    A one hour All Age Easter Day Celebration service looking at the empty tomb (and who might have ahd the body etc). Email me for Word Dct of this (that has formatting etc) and PowerPoint presentations.

    Easter Day AAW 11 April 2004, WBC, 10am SongPro background. Props: ropes, tent, parts to play, cue disciples, shroud, grow bags “N” signifies next item in Songpro for projector (song or powerpoint) PPT 1 – page 1 comes in automatically “AN EMPTY TOMB?- SO WHAT?!” 10am Introduction: -David ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    A Put Away Message - [divorce] Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 18, 2004
    based on 151 ratings
     | 9,998 views

    Whether single or not...it’s all about prevention. A tactful, Biblical handling of this delicate subject of the ’putting away’ of a spouse. Presented w/ compassion, mercy, and yet truth. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint.

    A Put Away Message Matthew 19:3-9 / Malachi 2:11-16 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/PutAway.html This is a topic often ‘put away’ by churches these days because half of their people are divorced. But I believe we should talk about it, and see what Jesus has to say about it...for the same reason. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Beautiful Believer's Baptism Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 6, 2004
    based on 74 ratings
     | 20,308 views

    A Biblical look at what baptism is and is not: It’s a SYMBOL, NOT A SACRAMENT--FOR BELIEVERS, NOT FOR BABIES--by PLUNGING UNDER, not POURING ON--for SUBMISSION, NOT FOR SALVATION. Link inc. to formatted text, audio & video, & PowerPoint Presentation.

    Beautiful Believer’s Baptism Acts 8:35-39 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Baptism.html I’m not saying baptism is for beautiful believers only! (how would you explain Gary?) But it’s a beautiful picture of what happened in the heart of one who trusted Christ as Savior. The most wonderful thing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Romans Road To Right Relationships

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 15, 2004
    based on 63 ratings
     | 5,828 views

    "How to Get Along with Anyone" - 13 BRIEF QUALITIES WHICH WILL HELP SPOUSES, COWORKERS, CHURCH MEMBERS, AND OTHERS TO SEE GREAT IMPROVEMENT! ...ALL BEGIN W/ AN "S". Link included to formatted text version and PowerPoint Template.

    The Romans Road to Right Relationships [How to Get Along With Anyone] Romans 12 Be… 1. Surrendered to Christ – v. 1, 2 “living sacrifice”…don’t look for the right one, be the right one, and you’ll get the right one” “Have I given up and let God have this relationship?” 2. Sober in your importance ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Devil In The Church

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 12, 2005
    based on 169 ratings
     | 18,022 views

    There’s a bullseye atop our churches which the prince of the power of the air sees as he roams, seeking whom he may devour. His method of harming the church is "infiltration." Link included to Formatted Text and Powerpoint Template.

    The Devil in the Church Eph. 6:11, 12 [Hundreds of free sermons and Powerpoints at website...link at bottom!] “Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Invitation Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 10, 2006
    based on 65 ratings
     | 11,597 views

    2 Men, 2 Foundations, 2 Houses, & 1 Storm. We must heed Jesus’ teachings, not just hear them...that is wise and not foolish. Link included to free MS Word formatted text & PowerPoint downloads.

    The Invitation Matthew 7:13-29 Today we preach sermons 13 & 14 from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount… and we finish talking about the greatest sermon ever preached by the greatest preacher who ever lived. Joke--The preacher was shaking hands with the members of his congregation after a service when ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist