Sermons on Die Is Gain:

Prepare Ye The Way

Contributed by Eric Aschendorf on Aug 18, 2003

Questions such as: 1)Is there a specific type or style of music that is right for ministry? 2)What is Praise and Worship (P&W)? 3)What is the purpose of the ministry of music?

Tree Of Life Ministries Association http://www.treeoflifeinc.org ___________________________________ Prepare Ye The Way! Pastor Eric Aschendorf pastor@treeoflifeinc.org ___________________________________ Matt 3:1-10 Parallel scriptures: Mark 1:3; Luke 3:3-4; John ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-10, Isaiah 53:2-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seven Qualities Of Bonfire Believers

Contributed by William Yates on Jun 12, 2002

This sermon discusses seven traits of believers who blaze as bonfires for Christ!

Then I said, “I will not make mention of Him, Nor speak anymore in His name.” But His word was in my heart like a burning fire shut up in my bones; I was weary of holding it back, And I could not.” –Jer 20:9 NKJV When you read this verse in context with the rest of this passage in Jeremiah 20 you ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 20:9

God Cares For Us! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 15, 2020

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

Scripture: John 16:22-28

Denomination: Baptist

How Is Your Memory?

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Nov 12, 2025

Did you know our memory is a gift from God? God has given us many wonderful gifts, but our Memory is one of the great gifts God has given us. Just think about it!!! Wouldn’t it be a terrible to live our entire life on earth and when we die nobody remembers that we ever existed!!!

• This is why we all want to leave behind a good legacy of ourselves so that our family and friends will remember us. • That is why when we die and people attend our funeral service the minister can remind people of the godly life we lived. Memory is a wonderful GIFT FROM GOD!!! Illus: Dr. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Enduring Turbulent Times 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 29, 2002

Second of three anchors to navigate turbulent times focusing on enduracne

¡§Navigating Turbulent Times¡¨ Part Two: Endurance -- Romans 12:12 Review Renewed thinking always precedes consistent transformed living. D. Think and live wisely through turbulent times 12:12 Last week we maintained that this world has experienced turbulent times from the time Adam sinned against ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:12

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

In Christ Alone

Contributed by Victor Yap on Mar 21, 2025

Philippians 1

IN CHRIST ALONE (PHILIPPIANS 1) In November 2017’s Thanksgiving I went to Israel with 33 members, including spouses, of a seminary where I formerly taught as part of the faculty. On the trip was a retiree from New Zealand who told how he was arrested on his missions trip for preaching in public. ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Ode To Joy Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 2, 2018

Last message (33) from Philippians. This message is an overview of the lessons learned from Paul's letter demonstrating the true source of joy in life.

Chico Alliance Church “Ode to Joy” An “ode” is a lyrical poem meant to be sung. Paul didn’t intend his letter to be sung but the music of the letter is clear. Certain pieces of music weave carefully crafted repeated musical themes or melodic phrases thorough the entire piece. Paul wove several ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Second Coming Of Christ - Part 7: While We Wait For The Lord's Return Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 26, 2015

While we wait, be sure to answer these 4 questions: 1. Do I have any gifts from God (vs. 14-15)? 2. Am I gaining all I can for God’s Kingdom (vs. 16-18)? 3. What is my ultimate goal (vs. 19-23)? 4. Do I really know God (vs. 24-30)?

The Second Coming of Christ Part 7: While We Wait for the Lord's Return Matthew 25:13-30 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 29, 2015 *In vs. 13, Jesus tells us to "Watch therefore, for you know neither the day nor the hour in which the Son of Man is coming." Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:13-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Second Coming Of Christ - Part 7: While We Wait For The Lord’s Return... Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 15, 2023

While we wait, be sure to answer these 4 questions: 1. What gifts do I have from God? (vs. 14-15). 2. Am I gaining all I can for God’s Kingdom? (vs. 16-18). 3. What is our ultimate goal for life? (vs. 19-23). 4. Do I really know God? (vs. 24-30).

The Second Coming of Christ Part 7: While We Wait for the Lord’s Return... The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 25:13-30; Luke 19:11-17 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared March 15, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 25:13. Most of you know that by now, it was only 2 or 3 days before ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:13-30, Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Baptist

Joy In The Presence Series

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Feb 26, 2009

Luke 23:39-43. Immediately after death, all believers enter into the presence of Christ, where they await final glorification.

ONE MINUTE AFTER YOU DIE HEAVEN, HELL, & WHO WILL GO WHERE SELECTED SCRIPTURES JOY IN THE PRESENCE LUKE 23:39-43 INTRODUCTION - As you know, we have been taking a glimpse at the subject of what happens after we die. There is so much that could be said concerning this topic; and indeed, we will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Baptist

Living A Life That Counts

Contributed by Ivan Casteel on Jun 20, 2006

Showing believers that living for Christ really matters.

PP0720 DATE LIVING A LIFE THAT COUNTS John 15:1-7. INTRODUCTION: The Gospel of John was written to introduce the Lord Jesus Christ as the Son of God. Chapter 1 – The Beginning Chapter. Chapter 2 – The Wedding At Cana Chapter. Chapter 3 – The Born Again Chapter. Chapter 4 – The Woman At The ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Daffodil Principle

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Feb 19, 2005

Let us not grow weary in well-doing. . .

The Daffodil Principle Galatians 6:9 – “And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.” l. INTRODUCTION – SOWING AND REAPING -This is a Scripture that I found more than ten years ago. It has brought encouragement to me, it has brought relief to me, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Words Of Distinction - "Persuade"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Jan 21, 2004

This message deals with the use of the word "persuade" in the Scriptures. No one can be "persuaded" to be saved ... but the saved can be "persuaded" in the things of God.

WORDS OF DISTINCTION – “Persuade” INTRODUCTION : We CONTINUE in our series on “Words Of Distinction”. We have looked at the words: “daily”, “adoption”, “rather”, “sleep”, “pleasure” and “mind”. TONIGHT we are going to look at the word “persuade”. The English word “persuade” is mentioned 35 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:28

Denomination: Baptist

Motivation? Part Ii

Contributed by David Richardson on Apr 22, 2005

When we have our motivation focused correctly, that is, we are doing something for God, God will honor that dedication and commitment with blessing our lives.

Title: What’s your Motivation? Part II Scripture: Acts 23 The following is by Paul Anka & Frank Sinatra As performed by Frank Sinatra Hit # 27 on the Top 40 charts in 1969 And now, the end is near, and so I face, the final curtain. My friend, I’ll say it clear, I’ll state my case, of which I’m ...read more

Scripture: Acts 23:1-35

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Into Your Hands I Commit My Spirit Series

Contributed by Kevin Cummins on Aug 14, 2003

This statement shows the trust that Christ had for His Heavenly Father. Even today this statement has some powerful messages in it for our lives today.

Today we come to the last statement of our series on the Seven Statements from the Cross. We’ve seen a wide array of theological truths that have the power to transform our lives. We’ve seen Christ asking the Father to forgive the very people who at the time were mocking him and had beat and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:46

Denomination: Church Of God