Sermons about Unforeseen Gratitude

Thanksgiving: 3 Ways To Look At It

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 16, 2005

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An INWARD look, an OUTWARD look, and an UPWARD look will help us gain a new understanding of true Thankfulness. Link included to formatted text and PowerPoint Presentation.

Thanksgiving: Three Ways to Look at It Psalm 95:1-11 PowerPoint for this and all our sermons available at http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html ----- Introduction Rudyard Kipling, author of “The Jungle Book”, at one time was so popular that his writings were getting ten shillings per word. [about ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Be Partner In Spreading The Gospel!

Contributed by Simeon Krastev on Aug 28, 2004

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If we want our church to continue to exist and to be lighthouse pointing the Way to salvation, we have to give.

THE OCCASION FOR WRITING PHILIPANS The partnership between the minister and the church is one of the main themes in the Epistle to the Philippians. Paul writes this letter in order to express his gratitude to the members of the church in Philippi for the financial support they have sent ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do We Serve God Only To Reach Heaven?

Contributed by Michael Durst on Dec 6, 2007

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This sermon challenges people to examine their motivations for being Christian. Is it just to avoid hell? Or is it a natural response to the Love of God?

I want to talk with you today about a man named Moses. I don’t know, but you may have heard of him before, I’m not sure. Moses is a man who follows the Lord. Moses is a man who works hard, and who tries to help others follow God. I had the chance to met Moses about a year and a half ago. I ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16-18

Denomination: Holiness

A Truly Thankful Thanksgiving

Contributed by Brien Sims on Jan 16, 2008

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Being thankful in all things through a story about Stevie.

Hello, my name is Brien Sims and I am the new preacher at Camp Point First Christian Church. Considering what we have come here to celebrate, I would say that I too should be very thankful to have the opportunity to speak to you all this evening. We will be talking about the subject of ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Grumbling Before A Gracious God Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 27, 2011

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Our impatience stands in stark contrast to the patience of God who gently woos us to live in anticipation of his grace.

Title: Grumbling Before a Gracious God Text: Exodus 17:1-7 Thesis: Our impatience stands in stark contrast to the patience of God who gently woos us to live in anticipation of his grace. Lenten Series: Reflecting, Repenting and Returning to God The Lenten Season is a time for reflection, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 7:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Broken Dreams Restored Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 11, 2013

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The way David responded to God's correction and the new Word from the Lord is a good example to follow for any Christian. For David could then be over whelmed by a sense of God's grace & goodness.

2 SAMUEL 7: 18-29 [The Life of David] BROKEN DREAMS RESTORED [Psalm 73:25-28] While David's proposal has been turned aside, God's acceptance of David's desire is not denied. God takes the desire of David's heart to build Yahweh's house and sovereignly declares that He will build an ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

Ignorant Of God’s Mystery Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 27, 2014

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The mystery of God about the salvation of the Jews. 1- God’s plan 2- God’s mercy 3- God’s wisdom 4- God’s glory

INTRO.- ILL.- Professional golfer Tommy Bolt was playing in Los Angeles and had a caddy with a reputation of constant chatter. Before they teed off, Bolt told him, "Don't say a word to me. And if I ask you something, just answer yes or no." During one round, Bolt found the ball next to a tree, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:25-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"The Exam"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jul 18, 2013

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Testing our spirituality

“The Exam” July 21, 2013 2 Corinthians 13:5 ”Examine yourselves to see whether you are in the faith; test yourselves. Do you not realize that Christ Jesus is in you—unless, of course, you fail the test?” 1 John 4:1 “Dear friends, do not believe every spirit, but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Holiness

Give Thanks And Remember Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 17, 2013

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1- Give thanks and remember His wonders 2- Give thanks and remember His covenant 2- Give thanks and remember His people

INTRO.- ILL.- "Grandpa, I'm really proud of you," said his granddaughter. "What's to be proud of?" asked the old man. She replied, "I noticed that when you sneeze, you've learned to put your hand in front of your mouth." "Of course," explained Grandpa. "How else can I catch my teeth???" ILL.- ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 105:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Getting Gruntled!

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Sep 25, 2016

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A Labor Day message about being happy/joyful in all you do.

Getting Gruntled!! September 4, 2016 Matthew 20:1-16 In Matthew 20 Jesus told a parable about workers in a vineyard. This parable teaches us some principles about the kingdom of God, and it also teaches us something about the kind of attitude we should have at work. The key players in this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Continuing The Journey!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 12, 2017

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Continuing The Journey – Colossians chapter 2 verses 6-7 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). We received Him as… • Christ (vs 6a). • Jesus (vs 6b). • Lord (vs 6c). (2). We continue in Him by being... • Rooted in Him (vs 7a). • Built up in Him (vs 7b). • Established in the faith (vs 7c). • Overflowing with gratitude (vs 7d). SERMON BODY: “So then, just as you ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7

Denomination: Brethren

Canceled Debt Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Feb 13, 2017

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When we were born again we had our sin debt wiped clean; canceled. Okay, now what? What will we do as a result? There is an improper response and a proper response to having our debt canceled. This week, we'll look at some improper responses.

CANCELED DEBT INTRODUCTION: There is a pro basketball player who started out strong but lately has fallen on hard times. Because of injuries he has played in just 10 games over two seasons, and I suppose is frustrated with his low pay since his over ten million dollar a year contract isn't cutting ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-14, Titus 17:11-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

El Contentamiento Protege Tu Corazón Series

Contributed by Wilbur Madera Rivas on Nov 20, 2006

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El contentamiento protege tu corazón del amor al dinero

El contentamiento protege tu corazón 1 Timoteo 6:6-10 Intro. El otro día estaba viendo un programa de televisión en el que le decían a la gente en la calle que hicieran cierta cosa ridícula públicamente por cierta cantidad de dólares. Ante la negativa de la gente iban subiendo la oferta, hasta ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Giving To Jesus Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 27, 2008

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This is week four of our stewardship month and this week we are looking at gospel accounts of people who gave to Christ.

When people talk about their giving you will often hear them speak about giving to the church or giving to God and sometimes about their gift to Jesus. And those are all valid expressions. I do feel that we give to God through the church and that our giving is an expression of love and obedience ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

Worship And Wonder: The Fear Of The Lord

Contributed by Ken Pell on Apr 11, 2010

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Authentic worship is accompanied and evidenced by a love-induced “Fear of the Lord.”

WORSHIP & WONDER Rev. 4:1-11 Sermon Objective: Authentic worship is accompanied and evidenced by a love-induced “Fear of the Lord.” The Pagan makes his way from his home to the shrine. It is time for his obligation … to offer incense and pay homage to his god … an idol ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Nazarene

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