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  • Matthew Kratz avatar

    Measure Your Faith Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 24, 2016
     | 5,175 views

    1) An accurate belief in the nature of God (1 John 1:5), and 2) A genuine belief in the certainty of sin (1 John 1:6, 8, 10)

    Ever since the fall, humanity has tried to deny the reality of sin, even though every human being is innately aware of its presence. (cf. Rom. 2:14-16). People today minimize and redefine sin, often alleging that the “failures” of their lives and certain “disorders” exist ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Reformation Movement (Lesson 2) Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 15, 2020
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     | 3,538 views

    To establish that the Holy Spirit predicted a “departure from the faith” that resulted in religious apostasy and the rise of denominational institutions throughout the world. This lesson describes the failures of the Reformation Movement, and the successes of the Restoration Movement.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 2. The Reformation Movement Remarks. 1. This is lesson two, in our semon-series of the theme: “The Departure from the Faith.” It should be noted that Paul begins our lesson by describing “the retraction movement” or “the departure from the faith!” It should also be noted, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Have You Been Rescued From The Wrath Of God? Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 4, 2020
     | 4,908 views

    Paul highlights 4 spiritual changes people go through when they are rescued from the wrath of God: 1. We recognize our sinfulness (vs. 1-3). 2. We repent (vs. 4). 3. We begin to rely on God (vs. 2-5). 4. We begin to reflect our relationship with Christ (vs. 6-11).

    Have You Been Rescued from the Wrath of God? The Book of Romans Romans 2:1-11 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - March 20, 2016 (Revised September 4, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Tonight, in Romans 2 we will explore how to be rescued from the wrath of God. But in order to do that, we need to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    Are You Headed In The Right Direction?

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 26, 2013
     | 9,012 views

    Ask yourself these questions: 1. Have I realized the importance of repenting? (vs. 1-2 & 7). 2. Have I examined the essentials? (vs. 2-6). 3. Can I find any fruit in my life? (vs. 5-9). 4. Have I trusted in Jesus to turn my life around? (vs. 10-12).

    Are You Headed in the Right Direction? Matthew 3:1-12 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Jan. 2, 2013 *One time I heard Bill Stafford preach at a conference in Jacksonville, Florida. Bill was talking about being stubborn, and he said, "I used to be so stubborn, that if I was riding ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Following The Steps Of The Savior

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 1, 2014
     | 5,386 views

    We can still follow the steps of Jesus. God's Word shows us how. 1. We must repent (vs. 17). 2. We must respond to God's call (vs. 18-19a). 3. We must be re-created (vs. 19b). 4. We must rely on God for the catch (vs. 19c-22).

    Following the Steps of the Savior Matthew 4:17-22 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Feb. 13, 2013 *Over the years, I have known maybe 15 or 20 people who got to visit the Holy Land. They all said what a blessing it was to walk in the footsteps of Jesus. *Most of us can only ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Lift Up The Lord Jesus Christ! Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 13, 2014
     | 8,224 views

    We exalt Jesus Christ! 1. Because He can foresee the future (vs. 25 & 29-31) 2. Because He put full faith in the Father (vs. 25-28) 3. Because He went the distance to deliver us (vs. 26-27) 4. Because He rose again to rule forever (vs. 29-32).

    We Lift Up the Lord Jesus Christ! Acts 2:25-32 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - June 16, 2013 *In the January, 2002 issue of "World Magazine," Melvin Newland read the story of a church in New York City. From the early 1900's through the 1960's this church was a powerful witness to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    Finding The Faith Of Our Heroes - Part 1: Abel - The First Prophet Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 20, 2015
     | 8,841 views

    We need faith in God, because faith is: 1. The only rock-solid foundation for life (vs. 1). 2. The only way to see the unseen spiritual world (vs. 1, 3). 3. The only way to truly worship God (vs. 4). 4. The only way to get a good report from God (vs. 2, 4).

    Finding the Faith of Our Heroes Part 1: Abel - The First Prophet Hebrews 11:1-4; Genesis 4:1-4; Matthew 23:29-35 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 12, 2015 (Revised August 18, 2023) *One of the hymns I grew up singing said, "Faith of our fathers, living still, In spite ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Wants Our Church To Grow! Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 24, 2017
     | 9,816 views

    God wants our church to grow! 1. So He stresses that no one is saved without Jesus (vs. 1-2). 2. He seeks to save the lost (vs. 3-8). 3. He stretches us to reach new people (vs. 9-16). 4. He sets-up divine appointments for us (vs. 17-23).

    God Wants Our Church to Grow! Acts 10:1-23 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Feb. 16, 2014 *Does God want our church to grow? There is no doubt about it. The Scripture makes this truth clear in many places. For example, 1 Timothy 2:3-4 says that: "God our Savior" desires all men to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    What The Lord's Love Can Do For You Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 11, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,121 views

    Think about what the Lord's love can do for you. 1. It can give us a relationship with God (vs. 9). 2. It can lead us to rejoice (vs. 9-11). 3. It can lead us to resemble our Savior (vs. 12). 4. It can rescue us from our sin (vs. 13).

    What the Lord's Love Can Do for You The Gospel of John John 15:9-13 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - September 6, 2017 (Revised March 11, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 15. Most of you know that for many weeks we have been studying one night in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    The Victory Begins Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 26, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 13,160 views

    More eternal truth from Esther’s trouble: 1. Esther’s vital request (vs. 1-3). 2. The king’s righteous rage (vs. 3-7). 3. Haman’s desperate reaction (vs. 7-8). 4. Haman’s terrible reaping (vs. 9-10).

    For Such a Time as This Part 7: The Victory Begins Esther 7:1-10 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 1, 2012 BACKGROUND: *Five hundred years before Christ, Esther the orphan and secret Jew was chosen to be queen of the Persian Empire. Esther was put there by the invisible Hand ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    Does God Care About Me?

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 7, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 11,116 views

    God cares for you the same way He cared for Joseph! He wants to: 1. restore your broken relationships (vs. 1-5). 2. save you from your sins (vs. 5-7). 3. bring blessings out of your burdens (vs. 8). 4. make you part of His mission (vs. 9-15).

    Does God Care about Me? Genesis 45:1-15 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - May 23, 2010 BACKGROUND & INTRODUCTION: *Does God care about me? -- Everybody needs to know the answer to this question. And today we can find the answer from one of the greatest men in the Old Testament. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pray, People, Pray.

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 17, 2011
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     | 8,997 views

    How should we pray? As Jesus taught His disciples, He also teaches us: 1. Pray with great determination (vs. 5-8) 2. Pray with great expectation (vs. 9-10) 3. Picture our Heavenly Father’s dedication (vs. 11-13) 4. Ponder God’s escalation (vs. 13)

    Pray, People, Pray. Luke 11:5-13 Highland Baptist Church New Chapel Hill Baptist Church May 15, 2011 Lesson by Rick Crandall *We are here today to talk about prayer. Some of the best things that have ever happened in this world have happened in answer to prayer. I know this is true in your life, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    God Cares For Us! Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 15, 2020
     | 8,072 views

    We know God that cares for us because... 1. He will give us the ultimate understanding (vs. 23a, 25). 2. He hears our cries for help (vs. 23b-24). 3. Jesus makes us friends with His Father (vs. 23-27). 4. Jesus came to die on the cross for us (vs. 28).

    God Cares for Us! The Gospel of John John 16:23-28 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church – January 31, 2018 (Revised April 15, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 16:22. Here God's Word continues to focus on the night before the cross. Remember that by this time, Jesus ...read more

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    Dads That Make A Difference

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 21, 2014
     | 7,351 views

    God wants to help you be a dad who makes a difference. 1. He will take away your guilt (vs. 4&13). 2. He will give you the goodness you need (vs. 5-10). 3. He will give you the guidance you need (vs. 11-12). 4. He will give you a grateful heart (vs.13 ).

    Dads that Make a Difference 1 Thessalonians 2:4-13 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - June 15, 2014 (Revised and updated from a sermon preached at McClendon Baptist Church June 18, 2006) *To all of the dads here this morning: I hope you have a great Father's Day. We thank God for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Wants Us To Live Like The Lord Jesus Christ Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 6, 2021
     | 4,809 views

    We must... 1. Put God’s purposes over pleasing ourselves (vs. 1-3). 2. Let the Word of God work in our lives (vs. 3-4). 3. Seek Christlike harmony in God's Church (vs. 5-6). 4. Receive one another, just as Jesus received us (vs. 7).

    God Wants Us to Live Like the Lord Jesus Christ The Book of Romans Romans 15:1-7 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared December 6, 2021) BACKGROUND: *Back in Romans 12, Paul began been writing about the practical side of Christian life. And in Romans 14, he is very strong on 3 problems Christians ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist