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  • Rick Crandall avatar

    Let Jesus Meet Your Needs

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 23, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,698 views

    Let Jesus meet your need: 1. for a friend (vs. 4-10; 17-18). 2. for forgiveness (vs. 10-18). 3. for fulfillment (vs. 19-26). 4. for a fresh start (vs. 25-29).

    Let Jesus Meet Your Needs John 4:1-29 (Reading vs. 1-14) Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Oct. 19, 2014 *One day years ago, I was driving up Hwy 165 with Becky and Eric. She was about 15, and he was about 12. As we drove by, we noticed that they were tearing down the old Ramada Inn ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Whose Side Is God On?

    Contributed by Walter Braxton on May 30, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 888 views

    In today’s world, lines are being drawn everywhere. Red vs. blue. Conservative vs. liberal. Rich vs. poor. This group vs. that group. Everybody seems to be picking sides—and everybody wants God to be on their side.

    In America...It’s become a political reflex… At the end of speeches...Debates... And press conferences… To close with three familiar words… "God bless America."... Whether Republican…Or Democrat…Conservative… Or liberal…They all say it.... Not because they’re always living by God's ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Unrelenting Favor

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Mar 28, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,070 views

    God’s Favor is everywhere! Gods favor knows no boundaries, has no inhibitions, doesn’t look for qualifications, is not based on getting in return, only for opportunities to show itself!

    Psalm 30:4,5 NKJ Sing praise to the Lord, you saints of His, And give thanks at the remembrance of His holy name. For His anger is but for a moment, His favor is for life; Weeping may endure for a night, But joy comes in the morning. One definition of the word favor by Webster is: special ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What To Do Until The Lord Comes Back - Part 1

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 1, 2013
    based on 6 ratings
     | 11,786 views

    1. Stir-up your mind with Scripture (vs. 1-2). 2. Don't be sidetracked by scoffers (vs. 3-4). 3. Count on God's control (vs. 5-8). 4. Keep sharing the good news of salvation (vs. 9).

    What to Do Until the Lord Comes Back - Part 1 2 Peter 3:1-9 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - April 21, 2013 *Have you thought about the Lord coming back lately? -- We really should, you know, and not just because of what's going on in our world. We should be thinking about Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Is The Resurrection And The Life Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 16, 2015
     | 8,714 views

    Jesus is the resurrection and the life, so we should trust the Lord: 1. When life is a mystery (vs. 1-6). 2. In our agony (vs. 17-21). 3. In His ability (vs. 21-23). 4. To overcome our enemy (vs. 24-25). 5. For our eternity (vs. 26-27).

    Jesus Is the Resurrection and the Life John 11:1-27 Series: The Great I Am Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Feb. 16, 2014 BACKGROUND: *Jesus Christ is the Son of God. That means He is also God the Son, one with God the Father, and conceived as a man by God the Holy Spirit. Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Greater Things 5 - The Great Privilege Series

    Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Dec 13, 2018
     | 5,038 views

    God is working in amazing ways in our church family – and even greater things are yet to come – Read John 14:12-13.

    Greater Things – The Great Privilege 8/30/15 Matthew 28:16-20 Sunday AM Video – Ben Brezina God is working in amazing ways in our church family – and even greater things are yet to come – Read John 14:12-13. For the past few weeks we’ve been discussing the (4) most critical ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Give It All To Jesus

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Apr 25, 2021
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,301 views

    She knew her abilities were useless! She laid down everything, all the leftovers of the things she had accomplished in life and only held on to one thing, HER FAITH!

    Give it all to Jesus Isa. 40:31 NKJ But those who wait on the Lord Shall renew their strength; They shall mount up with wings like eagles, They shall run and not be weary, They shall walk and not faint. But teach me Lord, teach me Lord to wait! When I read this verse the way I take it is, that it ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Hand Of God In Our Lives Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 24, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 15,204 views

    1. God’s shakes us awake (vs. 1-3). 2. God’s steers our paths (vs. 4-5). 3. God shames the proud (vs. 6-11). 4. God saves His people (vs. 10-11). 5. God scares His enemies (vs. 12-14).

    For Such a Time as This Part 6: The Hand of God in our Lives Esther 6:1-14 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - June 24, 2012 BACKGROUND: *We are studying the dramatic story of a Jewish woman who was born about 500 years before Christ, and became a great hero for her people. Esther ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wisdom For Living From The Word Of God Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 28, 2018
     | 6,626 views

    1. Walk in the Way of Christ (vs. 23). 2. Observe our opposition (vs. 23-29). 3. Find help from godly friends (vs. 30-31). 4. Remember the good that government can do (vs. 31-41).

    Wisdom for Living from the Word of God The Book of Acts - Part 70 Acts 19:23-41 (Initial reading: vs. 23-29) Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - January 18, 2015 BACKGROUND: *In tonight's Scripture, Paul was on his third missionary journey. His team was reaching many people in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Angels At Our Side #1 Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 19, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,139 views

    Angels: Their reality, their reason and their Ruler

    Angels at Our Side #1 Hebrews 1:1-14 Sermon by: Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Feb. 22, 2006 *Do you know whose birthday is today? George Washington. He was born on Feb. 22, 1732. This country was founded through some of the greatest men who have ever lived. *To give you a taste of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    No Mere Men-1--Sec. 1, Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 19, 2014
     | 4,161 views

    1 of 10. Paul reveals the traits of unspiritual men. Unspiritual men are unable to exist in harmony. But Why? Because...No mere men can Overcome...

    NO MERE MEN-I—1Corinthians 3:1-9 Attention: Superman—1950’s TV show/Always opened with these statements about Superman...‘Faster than a speeding bullet’—‘More powerful than a locomotive’—‘Able to leap tall buildings in a single ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Closing In On The Cross Of Jesus Christ - Part 6: When Ungodly Men Judged God Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 19, 2023
     | 1,632 views

    When ungodly men judged God... 1. There was treachery (vs. 57, 59-61). 2. The charge was blasphemy (vs. 62-65). 3. The penalty was God's plan (vs. 66). 4. The cruelty was vicious (vs. 67-68). 5. The Lord's victory was sure to come (vs. 64).

    Closing in on the Cross of Jesus Christ Part 6: When Ungodly Men Judged God The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 26:57-68 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared April 19, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Today in Matthew 26, we are getting ever closer to the cross of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Jesus and His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Daily Diet Of God’s Word Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 16, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 12,130 views

    Start reading the Bible every day, because it can: 1. change you (vs. 7) 2. cheer you up (vs. 8) 3. clear your vision (vs. 8-10) 4. convict you of sin (vs. 11) 5. cleanse you (vs. 12-14)

    New Habits for a New Year Part 1: A Daily Diet of God’s Word Psalm 19:7-14 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Jan. 18, 2009 *Does anyone here today have any bad habits? Oh yeah. Are there any bad habits you would like to put behind you? Are there any good habits you would like to ...read more

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    Jesus Christ Is Bigger Than Time! Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 16, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,042 views

    The one who is bigger than time wants us to know: 1. His holiness (vs. 46). 2. His hope (vs. 47-51). 3. His humility (vs. 49-50 & 52-54). 4. His honesty (vs. 55). 5. His happiness (vs. 56).

    Jesus Christ Is Bigger than Time! John 8:46-58 Series: The Great I Am Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church -- Feb. 2, 2014 BACKGROUND: *Today we continue focusing on the Lord's "I AM" statements from the Gospel of John. This name of God goes all the way back to Exodus 3 where the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Love Works It All Out For Good! Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 14, 2020
     | 9,225 views

    The Lord's love: 1. Gives us infinite blessings (vs. 31-32). 2. Makes us innocent (vs. 33-34). 3. Brings His intercession for us (vs. 34). 4. Is invincible (vs. 35-37). 5. Is inseparable (vs. 35, 38-39).

    God's Love Works It All Out for Good! The Book of Romans Romans 8:28-39 Sermon by Rick Crandall Bank Springs Baptist Church - March 15, 2020 (Revised January 25, 2021) BACKGROUND: *I preached this sermon almost a year ago. It was on March 15th, right at the beginning of the Covid 19 epidemic. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist