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Wholly Devoted Ears Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 22, 2012

In this sermon, we learn how to have wholly devoted ears by listening to God, listening to others, and listening to only what is good.

Introduction: A. The story is told of an elderly man who stopped at a hearing aid clinic and asked about their prices. 1. The salesman said, “Well, our prices range from $25,000 all the way down to $1.50.” 2. “Wow, that’s quite a range,” said the customer, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Life Changing Power Of Godly Hope Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 27, 2016

1. Real hope is hungry to be holy (vs. 3, 5-7). 2. Real hope refuses to be satisfied with sin (vs. 4, 8). 3. Real hope is secure in the Savior (vs. 9). 4. Real hope is led by love (vs. 10).

The Life Changing Power of Godly Hope 1 John 3:1-10 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The First Epistle of John Grayson Baptist Church - January 24, 2016 (Revised December 25, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Let me remind you that the Apostle John was a very old man by the time he wrote this letter. Bible ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Choose To Follow Christ! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 19, 2019

When we choose to follow Christ... 1. We will avoid the disaster of disbelief (vs. 1-7). 2. We will see the goodness of God (vs. 5-7). 3. We will trust in the Lord’s timing (vs. 6-8). *So choose to follow Christ! (vs. 9-13).

Choose to Follow Christ! The Gospel of John John 7:1-13 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - November 9, 2016 (Revised August 19, 2019) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John chapter 7. Before we begin to explore this chapter, notice that it begins by saying: 1. After these ...read more

Scripture: John 7:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

More Important Messages From Our Master Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 26, 2020

Jesus spoke about: 1. The suffering that will come our way (vs. 1-4). 2. Our Savior going away (vs. 4-7). 3. Sending God's Spirit our way (vs. 7).

More Important Messages from Our Master The Gospel of John John 16:1-7 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - November 15, 2017 (Revised March 26, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 16, as we continue our study of the night before the cross. By this point, Jesus and His ...read more

Scripture: John 16:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Four People Of Palm Sunday

Contributed by Sean Boucher on Sep 13, 2019

Who was there on Palm Sunday - and who wasn't? How do they relate to us today? See https://vimeo.com/91820669 for video of this message.

The 4 Types Of People Of Palm Sunday John 12:9 (9) When the large crowd of the Jews learned that Jesus was there, they came, not only on account of him but also to see Lazarus, whom he had raised from the dead. Mark 11:1-10 ESV (1) When they drew near to Jerusalem, to Bethphage and Bethany, at ...read more

Scripture: John 12:9, Mark 11:1-10, Luke 19:39-40, John 12:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is Here! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 8, 2020

Jesus is Here! 1. To stand by us (vs. 19a). 2. To speak to us (vs. 19b). 3. To show the truth to us (vs. 20a). 4. To satisfy us (vs. 20b). 5. To send us (vs. 21-23).

Jesus Is Here! The Gospel of John John 20:19-23 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - August 8, 2018 (Revised July 8, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Today in John 20 we continue to explore the most hope-giving day in history: The day that our crucified Savior Jesus Christ rose again from the dead! ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

Rich Young Ruler - Law Of God

Contributed by Samuel Young on Dec 14, 2014

The path to discipleship starts from the Law, then giving up all that you have to follow Jesus. How does the ten commandments teach us this concept? Jesus challenged the Rich Young Ruler to take his keeping the law one step beyond he expected.

The Fawn A couple weeks ago, we went to Yellowstone Park. While we were there, we saw a bear, some bisons, deer, elks, ground hogs, and many other smaller animals. Today I want to tell you a story about a family of deer. Let us pretend that this is the family of deer. Two young fawns and their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-20

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

God Upholds His End (Joshua 2:1-24) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Dec 6, 2021

Here, we see God fulfilling his promise to be with Joshua. Things "work out" for the spies, when they should've died.

Last week, by the end of chapter 1, we had a pretty good feel for the questions we are supposed to bring to the book of Joshua as we read. Yahweh, Joshua, and Israel are going to work together to conquer the land of Canaan. All three-- Yahweh, Joshua, and Israel-- have pledged their commitment ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-24

Developing A Personality Of An Optimist Series

Contributed by Michael Greer on Jan 6, 2003

Learning to face the future Being prepared, with Couarge, and hope.

Developing A Personality of An Optimist. Deuteronomy 31:1-8 (Sunday January 5,2003) Intro: When it comes to the subject of dealing with the future we know that nothing is certain. Consider these comments on the future: Theoretically, television may be feasible, but I consider it ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:1-8

Denomination: Holiness

Who Will Go For Us

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Sep 19, 2002

Calling and motivating people to serve God where He is directing them

Who Will Go For Us? September 14/15, 2002 Intro: I concluded last week’s sermon with Jesus’ words from Matthew 9:37-38. “Then he said to his disciples, ‘The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.’” I want ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:37-38, Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Eldership Installation: Where Quality Matters

Contributed by Chad Martens on Apr 29, 2002

Sermon on elder installation. Covers the requirements to be an elder, some of the duties of an elder, and the congregations responsibility TO the elders.

Eldership: Where Quality Matters Elder Installation 1 Timothy 3:2-7 A sermon by: Chad Martens, Senior Minister Town and Country Christian Church Cameron, MO INTRODUCTION: Today we have the privilege to be able to set aside 2 of our men and ordain them as elders of Christ’s Church. In preparing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:2-7, 2 Peter 2:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Frustrating Walk Series

Contributed by Matthew Wright on May 27, 2003

The Children of Israel

Title: A Frustrating Walk Text: Exodus 19:3-6; Various Subject: Obedience Series: The Walk Series; #6 Introduction: Just one week ago we talked of the incredible walk that the children of Israel began with God. They were God’s chosen people and He had proved His love for them by ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:3-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Into Thin Air Series

Contributed by Randy Croft on Feb 28, 2002

Those who risk nothing, instead risk everything.

Into Thin Air Lessons from Mt. Everest May 10, 1996, a severe and sudden storm trapped several climbers high on Mt. Everest as they were descending from the summit. In what has become the deadliest single tragedy in the mountain’s climbing history, a total of eight people perished. A NYTimes ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Whatever You Have To Do

Contributed by Christopher Crane on Mar 27, 2005

The call of Christianity from the perspective of the hands-on generation. It takes more than a book. More than a story. You have to TOUCH HIM. From the story of Thomas.

John 20:19-28 19 Then the same day at evening, being the first day of the week, when the doors were shut where the disciples were assembled for fear of the Jews, came Jesus and stood in the midst, and saith unto them, Peace be unto you. 20 And when he had so said, he shewed unto them his hands and ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-28

Denomination: Church Of God

Right Priorities = Life Fulfillment Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on May 9, 2004

The secret to a fulfilling, meaningful life is not in pleasure, drink, job, fame or power. . . so where is it? The answer is in making God your priority: "Remember your Creator in the days of your youth..." *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

Sermon #2 - The Foundation of Fulfillment: Start With God Last week, we found in our study that fulfillment doesn’t come with anything that the world has to offer. Even the people that have reached the level that they were reaching for, have found that it doesn’t fulfill. For instance, <ILLUS> ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:13-14, Ecclesiastes 12:1-8

Denomination: Holiness