Sermons on Dangers Of Debt:

The Claims Of Christ

Contributed by Scott Spencer on May 24, 2014

How do you respond to the claims of Christ? Do you question His right to your life? Do you assert your own rights over him? Or do you humbly surrender to Him and submit to His will? We must all see the importance of being responsive to Christ and the danger of being unresponsive.

The Claims of Christ Mark 11:27-33; 12:1-12 Jesus’ Authority Questioned 27. They came again to Jerusalem. And as He was walking in the temple, the chief priests and the scribes and the elders came to Him, 28. and began saying to Him, “By what authority are You doing these things, or ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Fires Of Anger Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 30, 2015

God hates it when we lose our temper. But how do we stop doing that? What does God tell us we can do to get rid of our anger?

There’s a story about an actor who was playing the part of Christ in a Passion Play.As he carried the cross up the hill a tourist began to heckle him,and make fun of him, and shouted insults at him. Finally, the actor had taken all of it he could take. He threw down his cross, walked over ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Did I Get Into This Mess? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 14, 2013

Is it sinful to borrow money? Is it evil to declare bankruptcy? And why do so many people seem to be in financial trouble today?

OPEN: Years ago, I had a friend who attended a Bible Study at my home. He shared with our study that when he graduated from High School, he had a life goal. His life goal was to be a million dollars in debt before he reached the age of 30… and THEN he’d declare bankruptcy. He said he ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:7, Philippians 4:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Le Courage Du Croyant

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Feb 24, 2008

Courage (vient du cœur). Force de caractère, fermeté que l’on a devant le danger, dans la souffrance ou dans toute situation difficile à affronter. Qui ont donné lieu à des expressions familières, comme prendre son courage à 2 mains. Faire appel à tout

LE COURAGE DU CROYANT, DU LEADER Introduction sur le sujet (10 min) Courage (vient du cœur). Force de caractère, fermeté que l’on a devant le danger, dans la souffrance ou dans toute situation difficile à affronter. Qui ont donné lieu à des expressions familières, comme prendre son courage à 2 ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 10:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Lord's Big Lessons From Little Children

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 22, 2017

Jesus wants us to: 1. humble our hearts (vs. 1-4). 2. serve our Savior (vs. 5). 3. see the danger of disobeying God (vs. 6-9). 4. know the amazing assistance we have in Heaven (vs. 10). 5. see how to be saved (vs. 3 & 11-14).

The Lord's Big Lessons from Little Children Matthew 18:1-14 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - May 22, 2016 *Well, it's now only 18 days until our first grandbaby is due, and I've been thinking about how much babies have to learn. Parents have to teach their children so much: How to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is On The Lord's Side? Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 25, 2022

How to be on the Lord's side: 1. Avoid the danger of disbelief (vs. 1-3, 10-15). 2. Allow the Lord to teach you (vs. 9, 18). 3. Appreciate the truth God has revealed to you (vs. 10-17). 4. Apply the Lord’s truth in your life (vs. 9, 18).

Who Is on the Lord's Side? The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 13:1-23 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared April 25, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 13. Today in vs. 1-23, we will begin to take a look at one of the Lord's parables. Remember that parables are simply earthly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Important Instructions From Jesus Our King (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 24, 2021

Jesus wants us... 1. To make His message our priority (vs. 5-8). 2. To trust in His ability (vs. 8-10). 3. To follow His plan for our service (vs. 11-13). 4. To recognize the danger of rejecting Him (vs. 14-15). 5. To walk in the wisdom of the Lord (vs. 16).

Important Instructions from Jesus Our King (Part 1) The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 10:5-16 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared December 24, 2021) MESSAGE: *Someone put together a list called "Kid’s Instructions on Life." Nine-year-old Rocky said: "When feeding seagulls, always wear a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:5-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Book Of Lamentations – Part 27 – Persecution And Oppression Against God’s People – Wicked Schemes - Chapter 3:58-60 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 25, 2025

We see increasing oppression and persecution in the world against God’s own, especially right now in Africa. Wicked schemes and godlessness increase. Jeremiah had to face the same evils and we look at verses dealing with this. Godly Christians WILL face persecution.

THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 27 – PERSECUTION AND OPPRESSION AGAINST GOD’S PEOPLE – WICKED SCHEMES - CHAPTER 3:58-60 Jeremiah pleads his case with the Lord and that we saw last time. He was delivered from the lowest pit and similar experiences met David, Jonah and the Lord. We looked at them. ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:58, 2 Corinthians 1:8-10, 2 Corinthians 7:5-6, 2 Corinthians 11:26, Job 33:28, 2 Timothy 3:12, Lamentations 3:59, Hebrews 11:36-37, Lamentations 3:60, Psalm 21:11-12, Psalm 37:12-13, Proverbs 28:5, Romans 12:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go! And Stop Being Present In Church But Absent In Christ Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 23, 2025

There is a tragic reality happening in churches around the world every Sunday: People can be physically present in church… yet spiritually absent from Christ. You can sit in a pew, lift your hands, sing the songs, carry a Bible, know the language of church life—and still not know Jesus.

Go! And… Stop Being Present in Church but Absent in Christ INTRODUCTION — When Presence Isn’t Participation There is a tragic reality happening in churches around the world every Sunday: People can be physically present in church… yet spiritually absent from Christ. You can sit in a pew, lift ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23, Isaiah 29:13, Revelation 3:20, 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Word To The Wise On Finding Your Way Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 30, 2013

One man once asked a number of important men: "What is the meaning of life", and nobody seemed to have an answer. But Proverbs 16 does. What does this passage tell us about living a life that is fulfilling and filled with God's blessings?

OPEN: I’d like you to sing the first verse of Amazing Grace with me: Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound That saved a wretch like me I once was lost, but now am found Was blind, but now I see. This morning, I want to focus on one phrase in that great hymn: I once was lost, but now I’m ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

For Such A Time As This - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 12, 2012

1. We need leaders who love the Lord (1-4). 2. We should avoid the dangers of alcohol (5-11). 3. We should risk doing the right thing (12-15 &19). 4. We have the right plan for family problems (15-20). 5. We’ve found the King worth following (21).

For Such a Time as This Part 1 Esther 1:1-22 (Reading vs. 1-12) Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - May 20, 2012 *For such a time as this. Many of us know Esther as a favorite Bible story, a story of taking a stand to do the right thing, a story of God taking care of His people. And ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Devil Is On The Prowl

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Aug 28, 2022

Adrian Rogers told about a man who bragged that he had cut off the tail of a man-eating lion with his pocketknife. Asked why he hadn’t cut off the lion’s head, the man replied: "Someone had already done that." Our text today warns us of a lion that is a danger to us all.

Alba 7-26-09 (Revised 8-28-2022) THE DEVIL IS ON THE PROWL I Peter 5:8-9 Adrian Rogers told about a man who bragged that he had cut off the tail of a man-eating lion with his pocketknife. Asked why he hadn’t cut off the lion’s head, the man replied: "Someone had already done ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8, James 4:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Born To Be A Better Savior Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 23, 2022

Jesus was born to be our savior. But what does that mean, and what difference can that make in our lives?

There was a Christian who gave a Bible to somebody who was going through a rough time. Their life had been one disaster after the other, but in all that time there was never really made an effort to follow Jesus. So, as this Christian gave a Bible to the man… he encouraged him to read it, and he ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:22-27, Luke 2:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Vengeance Is Mine!

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 17, 2012

Revenge-we’ve probably all plotted it at one point or another. We’ve lived out the famous saying, “don’t get mad-get even!” We think revenge will make us feel better. We think through revenge we right the wrong. Let’s take a look at the dangers of revenge

VENGEANCE IS MINE! INTRODUCTION: Revenge-we’ve probably all plotted it at one point or another. We’ve lived out the famous saying, “don’t get mad-get even!” "Cash, check or charge?" I asked, after I folded the items the woman wished to purchase. As she fumbled for her ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:17-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Second Coming Of Christ - Part 2: A Closer Look At The Lord's End Times Warnings Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 27, 2023

The Lord's warnings... 1. Are about deception (vs. 1-5, 11-12, 23-26). 2. Are about disasters (vs. 6-8). 3. Are about the danger of persecution (vs. 9-10). 4. Seem to have more than one application (vs. 15-21). 5. Should move us to trust in His deliverance (vs. 13-14, 21-28).

The Second Coming of Christ Part 2 - A Closer Look at the Lord's End Times Warnings The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 24:1-28 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared February 27, 2023) (Edited March 3, 2023) MESSAGE: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 24, as we continue talking about the second ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-28

Denomination: Baptist