Sermons on Facts Vs Truth:

Part 19: Follow The Lord! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 29, 2011

Follow the Lord, because He: 1. has a mission for you (vs. 1-4). 2. is the Master for all time (vs. 5). 3. is full of gracious mercy (vs. 6-7). 4. has the infinite power of miracles (vs. 8-10). 5. wants to manifest His glory through you (vs. 28-33).

Moses on the Mountain with the Lord Part 19: Follow the Lord! Exodus 34:1-33 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Nov. 3, 2010 *Moses is certainly one of the greatest heroes of our faith, one of the greatest men of all time and one of the greatest leaders of all time. *But why was ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:1-33

Denomination: Baptist

Great Reasons For Christians To Love One Another Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 14, 2024

1. God commands it (vs. 7). 2. God provides the love we need (vs. 7-8). 3. God demonstrates His love for us (vs. 9-10). 4. God has given us a great obligation to love (vs.11).

Great Reasons for Christians to Love One Another 1 John 4:7-11 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The First Epistle of John (Prepared January 14, 2024) (Revised January 23, 2024, with a new outline) BACKGROUND: *One of the greatest themes in the New Testament is for Christians to love other people ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Spoke God's Truth In Everyday Language Series

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on May 17, 2005

Part 5 of a Lenten series focusing on Jesus with this one talking about Jesus’ ability to communicate to a variety of people.

“Jesus Spoke God’s Truth in Everyday Language” TEXT: Various Texts Sunday, March 17, 2002 We have been doing a series on “What Makes Jesus So Attractive.” So far, we’ve learned how to know God through putting our faith in Jesus Christ. We’ve learned how to grow in that faith by being ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Part 16: If The Lord Is My Shepherd... Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 4, 2025

If the Lord Is My Shepherd... 1. He provides for me (vs. 1-3). 2. He puts me on the right paths (vs. 3). 3. He hears my prayers (vs. 4-5). 4. He protects me (vs. 4). 5. He prepares for me (vs. 5-6).

Great Prayers of the Old Testament Part 15: If the Lord Is My Shepherd... Psalm 23:1-6 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared January 4, 2025) BACKGROUND: *Anyone who has read a good portion of God's Word knows that there are a lot of prayers provided for us in the Bible. The Dake Annotated ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

How Jesus Turns Trash Into Treasure Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 29, 2021

1. Jesus finds us (vs. 9). 2. Jesus urges us to follow Him (vs. 9). 3. Jesus fellowships with us (vs. 10). 4. Jesus functions as a doctor to heal us from our sin (vs. 11-13).

How Jesus Turns Trash into Treasure The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 9:9-13 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared September 29, 2021) BACKGROUND: *Today in Matthew 9, we will see how Jesus called the man God used to write this book of the Bible. His name was Matthew Levi, and he was a much-hated tax ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

[the Hymn] I. The Praise To God. (Vs. 1-3) Series

Contributed by David Darst on Jun 2, 2020

During this Crisis….this Great Psalm was penned. Out of Trouble came a Triumph! This is a brief overview and context in which this Psalm was written and the revelation to David about God’s Sovereignty over his situation.

Mirth is not a word we use everyday -- it simply means Joy or Laughter, Happiness. Hebrew: sim·khä' -- mirth, gladness, joy, gaiety, pleasure; joy (of God) Interesting enough is the Companion passage of 1 Sam 21 -- Let me summarize; with an encouragement for you to read (1 Sam 20-21 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:39-40, John 4:23-24, Ephesians 4:29, Matthew 12:34-37, Galatians 6:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Very Important Question To Ask, What Is Truth?

Contributed by Lee Houston on Jul 28, 2022

Jesus said, John 8:31b-32, “If you hold to my teaching, you are truly my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." This is an often-quoted scripture; so, what did Jesus mean by the word "truth”?

Title: It is Important to Ask, What is Truth? Central idea: contrast Jesus' truth with truth in American culture today Specific purpose: define the culture in which we must live Christ Jesus said, John 8:31b-32, “If you hold to my teaching, you are truly my disciples. Then you will know ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:13-15, John 8:31-32

Keys To A Wonderful Church Life - Part 3: Building On The Foundation Of God's Love Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 30, 2021

God wants us to be... 1. Authentic and affectionate (vs. 9-10). 2. Humble and hard-working (vs. 10-11, 16). 3. Hopeful and helpful (vs. 12-13). 4. Sympathetic and same-minded (vs. 14-16).

Keys to a Wonderful Church Life Part 3: Building on the Foundation of God's Love The Book of Romans Romans 12:9-16 (Reading vs. 1-16) Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared August 30, 2021) BACKGROUND: *Most of us know that Romans 12 marks a big shift in the Book of Romans. In chapters 1-11, Paul ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-16

Denomination: Baptist

Relatively True

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Dec 10, 2002

We believe things because they are true - they are not true because we believe them.

Relatively True TCF Sermon November 17, 2002 Open with the illustration below using jar of M&Ms and favorite food choices (NOTE: adapt this and do it with your own examples among the congregation - it’s an effective "grabber") A pastor named Stephey Belynskyj, starts each confirmation class ...read more

Scripture: John 17:14-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wisdom For Worrying Times

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 7, 2013

1. Be sure to listen to the Lord (vs. 18-20). 2. Rest in your relationship with Christ (vs. 21). 3. Always remember that Christ is close (vs. 22-23). 4. Commit yourself to live for Christ (vs. 24-25).

Wisdom for Worrying Times Matthew 1:18-25 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Dec. 12, 2012 INTRODUCTION: *Joseph was surely worried in the opening verses of this Scripture. Mary had been "betrothed" to Joseph. The KJV says "espoused" in vs. 18. We get engaged before we get married. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

God's Hope Will Get You Through The Hardest Times Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 22, 2020

God wants to give you: 1. The hope of His protection (vs. 13). 2. The hope of His purpose (vs. 13-14). 3. The hope of His prophecy (vs. 14-23). 4. The hope that overcomes our pain (vs. 16-18).

God's Hope Will Get You through the Hardest Times The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 2:13-23 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - December 26, 2012 (Revised September 22, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 2, as we take another look at the story of the Wise Men. And ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

Part 23: God Wants To Help Us! Here Are Some Great Ways To Respond Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 1, 2025

God wants to help us! 1. Rely on His help (vs. 1-3). 2. Rejoice in His help (vs. 4-6). 3. Recommend His help (vs. 8-9). 4. Rest in His help (vs. 10). 5. Remember to praise Him for His help (vs. 7, 10-11).

Great Prayers of the Old Testament Part 23: God Wants to Help Us! Here Are Some Great Ways to Respond Psalm 46:1-11 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared May 1, 2025) BACKGROUND: *Anyone who has read a good portion of God's Word knows that there are a lot of prayers provided for us in the Bible. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Excellent Wife & Mother Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 12, 2008

Of The Excellent Wife & Mother, we can see 1) Her Trustworthiness (vs. 10-12), 2) Her Work Ethic (vs. 13-21), 3) Her Character (vs. 22-26) and 4) Her Holiness (vs. 27-31)

Different people remember Mother’s Day in different ways. Let’s me tell you of a story of a family my wife came into contact with again this week. It all started about two years ago. A 27 year old woman who already had a 2 year old child found out that she was pregnant again. At the same time she ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Other

Living In The Will Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 28, 2018

Living in God's will: 1. Takes us to new destinations (vs. 1-2). 2. Touches our occupations (vs. 3). 3. Leads us to new proclamations (vs. 4-5). 4. Gives us new inspirations (vs. 5-7). 5. Brings new celebrations (vs. 7-8).

Living in the Will of the Lord The Book of Acts - Part 60 Acts 18:1-8 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - September 28, 2014 INTRODUCTION: *About 15 years ago, Katie and I were pulling into Wal-Mart, when we saw the Jews for Jesus bus. They are a great group of Christian Jews who ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Revelation 6: The Cry Of The Tribulation Martyrs (Vs 9-11) Series

Contributed by Pastor Jeff Hughes on Jan 22, 2014

How long? is the cry of the Tribulation Martyrs...not WHY?

Revelation 6: The Cry of the Tribulation Martyrs (vs 9-11) Last week, we returned to our journey through Revelation, wrapping up our study of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse. These Four Horsemen represented Antichrist in his conquest by diplomacy (white horse), war (fiery red horse), famine ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:9-11

Denomination: Bible Church