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The Wonderful Results Of Remaining In God's Word Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 11, 2019

Jesus urges us to remain in His Word: 1. Because we will follow Christ more fully (vs. 30-31). 2. Because we will truly know the truth (vs. 31-32). 3. Because we will be made free forever (vs. 32-36).

to cast doubt on the Word of God. Many basically question all the miraculous parts of the Bible. For example, they teach that the creation story, Noah's Ark, and Jonah's whale are all myths. *They would teach that the burning bush was only on fire in Moses' imagination, and that ...read more

Scripture: John 8:30-36

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is The Greatest Of All! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 18, 2019

Jesus is greatest of all: 1. Because of His holiness (vs. 46). 2. Because of His hope (vs. 47-51). 3. Because of His humility (vs. 48-54). 4. Because of His honesty (vs. 54-55). 5. Because of the happiness only He can give (vs. 56).

Jesus Is the Greatest of All! The Gospel of John John 8:46-56 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - January 25, 2017 (Revised September 18, 2019) BACKGROUND: *Most of you know that here in John 8, the important Feast of the Tabernacles had just ended in Jerusalem. And Jesus was still ...read more

Scripture: John 8:46-56

Denomination: Baptist

Kingdom Relationships Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 20, 2019

In dealing with your anger, don’t commit murderous acts, don’t think murderous thoughts, and don’t speak murderous words. But if your anger has hurt someone, seek reconciliation and seek a resolution as soon as you can.

Several years ago, the Arizona Republic carried a story about Steve Tran of Westminster, California. He activated 25 bug bombs in his apartment to get rid of some unwanted guests, the cockroaches that shared the space with him. He closed the door thinking he had seen the last of them. But when the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26, Ephesians 4:26-27, Matthew 10:28, Mark 9:48, James 3:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Kingdom Of Heaven Part 2 - Israel - A Nation Chosen By God Series

Contributed by Stephen Smith on Sep 23, 2019

A message explaining the reason why God chose Israel for himself and outlining the purpose he had (and still has) for this special nation.

The Two Kingdoms The Kingdom of Heaven part 2 Israel – A nation chosen by God In spite of the many scriptures predicting a coming, earthly kingdom of heaven, many Christians persist in believing that Israel has been passed over - rejected as a people of God because of its continual, persistent ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:5, Deuteronomy 7:6, Isaiah 19:25, Exodus 4:22, Jeremiah 3:14, Genesis 12:2, Isaiah 49:6, Galatians 3:16, Isaiah 42:6-7, Luke 4:17-21, Deuteronomy 7:7, Deuteronomy 32:8-9, 1 Corinthians 8:5, Ephesians 6:12, Daniel 10:13, Psalm 82:5, 1 Corinthians 10:20, 1 John 5:19, Deuteronomy 32:6, Romans 11:26-29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

Grow (Part Two) Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Oct 2, 2019

In this message we will unpack the spiritual growth habits of prayer and having a quiet time.

GROW (The Habits of Prayer and Quiet Time) Whatever were gains to me I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. What is more, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them garbage, that I may ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:7, Ephesians 3:12, Mark 1:35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Welcome The King

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 22, 2018

When your life is one big WHY, acknowledge that Jesus is King; worship Him with integrity; and welcome Him into your life with great honor.

Did you ever wonder why you tell a man there's 400 billion stars and he'll believe you, but tell him a bench has wet paint and he has to touch it? Why? Did you ever wonder why is it called a hamburger when it's made out of beef? Why do you put suits in garment bags and put garments in suitcases? ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Affirmation Factor Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 19, 2018

9th message in a series exploring the wonder of God as our loving Father. This message focuses on the fact that God is an affirming Father.

“The Affirmation Factor” (The Fatherhood of God Pt 9) Review If we only had the image of God painted by Nahum, it would be most frightening. Nahum 1:2-6 Fortunately, Nahum’s image of God is not the only image found in Scripture. The Bible employs numerous images to communicate the attributes of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:6-7, Colossians 1:21-22, 1 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

You Want Justice – It’s Gonna Cost You Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 10, 2017

A study of the book of Acts 24: 1 – 27

Acts 24: 1 – 27 You want justice – It’s gonna cost you 24 Now after five days Ananias the high priest came down with the elders and a certain orator named Tertullus. These gave evidence to the governor against Paul. 2 And when he was called upon, Tertullus began his accusation, saying: “Seeing ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Weird Stuff Is Happening Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 31, 2017

A study in the book of Genesis 6: 1 – 22

Genesis 6: 1 – 22 Weird stuff is happening 6 Now it came to pass, when men began to multiply on the face of the earth, and daughters were born to them, 2 that the sons of God saw the daughters of men, that they were beautiful; and they took wives for themselves of all whom they chose. 3 And the ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Life-Changing Touch Of Faith Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 25, 2018

Suffering is God's way of making us stronger and suffering forces us to depend on Him.

INTRODUCTION Life is full of setbacks. Did you hear about the milk cow that tried to jump over the barbed wire fence? It was an udder disaster. Did you hear about the guy who fell into a furniture upholstery machine? He is fully recovered. Did you hear about the butcher who accidentally backed ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-34

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Says, "Don't Be Afraid" Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 25, 2018

Can you remember a time when you were so afraid you thought you weren’t going to make it? The most dangerous storm that night wasn’t the weather on that lake. It was the storm of fear raging in the minds of the disciples.

INTRODUCTION One of my favorite stories is about the country preacher who used to visit a widow in his church named Mrs. Jones. He liked to visit her around lunchtime because she had a vegetable garden and she loved to cook fresh vegetables for her pastor. One day the preacher arrived at lunch, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:45-53

Denomination: Baptist

My Present Suffering And Future Glory Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 3, 2019

The hurt of present suffering is far outweighed by the hope of future glory

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

It's God's Choice Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 3, 2019

God only chooses those who choose Him and only rejects those who reject Him

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:6-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Impact Of Worship

Contributed by Jeff Kautz on Jan 5, 2019

Third Sermon When we worship what should be our impact

The Impact of Worship-145 1-21.docx Psalm 145:1-21 Our church secretary, Cathy, has really done a super job with our weekly bulletin, don’t you think? On the rare occasion that we have a typo, it’s usually my fault for not catching it when I proof it. Other churches are not as fortunate as we are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Joined To The Lord-5

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 29, 2018

5 of 6. The apostle Paul warned the church at Corinth of the inherent danger of sexual immorality. God must be allowed to control our bodies. But Why? When you/we are Joined to the Lord...

JOINED To The LORD-V—1Corinthians 6:12-20 Those Uncontrollable Christians Attention: COMMENTS NEVER HEARD AT CHURCH... 1. Hey! It's my turn to sit in the front pew! 2. Preacher, I was so enthralled, I never noticed your sermon went 25 minutes over time. 3. Personally I find witnessing much ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20

Denomination: Baptist