Sermons on Theological Depth:

God Works In Before He Works Through

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 1, 2013

Salvation is not the end of God’s plans for you, it is just the beginning.

God Works IN Before He Works THROUGH Ephesians 2:8-10 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/130303.mp3 Salvation is not the end of God’s plans for you, it is just the beginning. Our past guilt led to present grace and by that grace we are saved...and yet a future glory awaits, and not just in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

He Is The Alpha And Omega Series

Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 25, 2013

The series of messages on End Times for Today will take the words from Revelation chapter by chapter and reveal the blessings that are promised within these pages.

The Alpha and Omega 8 "I am the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning saith the Lord, "which is and which was and which is to come, the Almighty." Revelation 1:8 KJV Jesus Christ declares that he is "the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End. Who is and who was and who is to come, for he ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Knowledge Of God Contemplated Series

Contributed by Matt Black on Oct 25, 2002

Proposition: The Study of doctrine is worthless unless it is assimilated and practiced.

Foundations of the Christian Faith Series by Matt Black (Message 2) Key verse:Romans 11:36 For of him, and through him, and to him, are all things: to whom be glory for ever. Amen. Who shall ascend into the hill of the LORD? or who shall stand in his holy place? He that hath clean hands, and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:36

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Wonderful Counselor

Contributed by Dean Morgan on Oct 12, 2011

Pele - Too wonderful for words. The biblical meaning of this word means that Jesus is: • beyond anything we have ever seen, singularly unique • extraordinary, so vast that we can’t understand the full meaning • that Jesus would be beyond the bound

TEXT: Isaiah 9:6 Pele - Too wonderful for words. The biblical meaning of this word means that Jesus is: • beyond anything we have ever seen, singularly unique • extraordinary, so vast that we can’t understand the full meaning • that Jesus would be beyond the bounds of all ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lord, Let Me Imitate Isaac's Trust

Contributed by Charles Wall, Jr. on Jan 6, 2021

I am drawn to the trust & submission of Isaac to his father & the challenge it presents of whether I trust God to that same extent!

Last month was the Academy Awards – which, just so you know – I did not watch nor cared to watch. But each year at this ceremony they give out awards for all sort of things related to movies & movie making. I guess the top or most important or most anticipated awards are the “Best Actor,” ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Running Back To God Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Nov 22, 2007

With Jonah’s new purpose he is about to be used mightily. Do you desire to be used by God, but feel trapped in circumstances?

We are looking at Jonah’s prayer as he prayed to God from an unlikely place, the stomach of a fish. To pray we must have faith in God. Sometimes we say there are no atheists in foxholes. Now we find out from Jonah that there are no atheists in fish bellies. Can you imagine what it would be like ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

God Demands Exclusive Worship

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Aug 15, 2012

I don’t know where you are in your relationship with Jesus this morning, but, God demands exclusive worship. A person can say they are a Christian and even claim to worship Jesus but only a genuine follower understands the sacrifice, to be in over their

I saw on Facebook last week that Dean went scuba diving. His status update reminded me that learning to scuba dive is on my bucket list. Kristi and I went on a cruise about 10 years ago and one of our excursions on that cruise was scuba diving. We maxed out at about 35 feet. I know that’s ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 8:16, Ezekiel 8:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Nothing More Than Feelings PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Understand and internalize the significance of Christ's suffering as prophesied in Isaiah 53:3, and to prioritize and cherish God's Word in our lives to deepen our faith.

Good morning, church family. Today, we're gonna dive deep into the heart of the Gospel as we focus on Isaiah 53:3, a profound prophecy that foretells the suffering of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. This passage, which reads, "He was despised and rejected by mankind, a man of suffering, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:3

Topics: Faith, Emotions

You Are God's Masterpiece PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 15, 2024

Explores God's intimate creation of us, His profound love, and the transformative power of understanding our identity in Him.

Good morning, beloved family. It is a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, united in faith and love. We are here to immerse ourselves in the Word of God, to let its life-giving truth wash over us, renewing our minds and refreshing our spirits. We turn today to the book of Psalms, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-18

Topics: Creation

3 Confessions Of The Trusting Soul

Contributed by Gordan Runyan on Feb 11, 2002

David’s soul trusted God and so was led to make three confessions; does yours do the same?

3 CONFESSIONS OF THE TRUSTING SOUL Psalm 16 Thematic Statement: How is it with your soul, brother? David gives us a yardstick here, by which to tell. His soul truly trusted God, and made three confessions. Does your soul make the same confessions? v.1 “In You I put my trust” Discuss “trust” vs. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:1-3

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Whatever Happened To Hope

Contributed by David Parks on Aug 15, 2002

There is no doubt in Hope.

Whatever Happened To Hope? (Note this text was used with the power pont slide available at Sermon Central) And now abide faith, hope, love, these three; but the greatest of these is love. (1 Corinthians 13:13) What Is It? "Thus ELPIDZEIN means expectation with the nuance of counting upon... If ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:5, 1 Corinthians 13:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

John's Witness To Jesus Series

Contributed by Timothy Mills on Sep 23, 2002

Exegetical, verse by verse exposition; explaining the introduction to the Gospel of John.

The Gospel of John has to do with witnesses to Jesus & the events surrounding Him. John is often called "the Theological Gospel." 1) Day 1. Priests & Levites: experts in the law, specialists in Jewish religion were asking him “Who are you, John?”. John’s father was a priest: traditionally John ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:24, John 1:19-34

Celebrating The Cross

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Sep 29, 2005

communion

ntro: there are many books that have been written over the centuries on the seven sayings of Jesus on the Cross. People have written deep theological studies on these seven phrases. Tonight before we take communion, I would like to look at four sayings in particular that cause us to be able to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Child That Lit Up The World

Contributed by Brian Mccutchen on Feb 8, 2005

If Jesus had never born, people believed there would be: 63% - less charity 61% - less kindness 59% - less personal happiness 58% - less tolerance 47% - more war (16% say less, 26% say the same)

The Child That Lit Up The World John 1:1-9 Introduction: Newsweek Magazine conducted a poll asking some questions about Christ and His birth.* Here are some of the results: 67% - believe that the entire story of Christmas is historically accurate 24% - believe the story of Christmas is a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Alive In Christ Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 24, 2006

Ephesians gives the read a clear understanding of the key elements of the Christian faith--saved by grace, a witness to those around us, and standing against evil.

Ephesians 2:10 “Alive in Christ” INTRODUCTION If you don’t have the correct keys, you cannot unlock the door. This is true in our daily lives and it is true in our Christian lives, also. If we are going to live the abundant life that is ours in Christ, there are certain keys that we must ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran