Sermons on Finishing Strong:

More About People, Less About Things Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Mar 10, 2013

It's tempting to prioritize things over people.

Intro Continuing to this new year by focusing on how our lives can be joining God in the present. Jesus called us into life with him.... an the life he lived he now continues in us And a quality we see in him is how he lives in a constant relationship to what his Father in heaven (eternal realm) ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:30-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How We Got Our Bible 101

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Mar 14, 2013

The process by which we got our Bible is both complex and amazing. The Word of God is truly a wonderful thing and should be cherished.

Quote: "Language shapes the way we think, and determines what we can think about." --Benjamin Lee Whorf (Hebrew Linguist, 1897-1941) The written Word: Hebrews 4:12 The Word of God is truly wonderful and beautiful. It is a life changing/giving force. Exodus 34:27 records God's words to Moses, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

When There Is No Hope

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Nov 30, 2014

This message is a response to questions that I received concerning the situation in Ferguson, Mo and the Churches' response to it.

When There Is No Hope Scriptures: Jeremiah 1:5; 29:11; Proverbs 29:18; Psalm 139:13-14 Introduction: To the readers who are not members of my congregation: This message is to my congregation. What you will read is my message to the members God has placed under my spiritual care. I cast no ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Career: The Rat Race We All Are In Series

Contributed by Reylourd Reyes on Dec 5, 2014

Things that keep us offtrack. Dealing with stress and maintaining our ultimate focus in life.

Hi! Good morning everyone! In behalf of the Life Hope Community, I would like to welcome you all to our gathering today. And it is my prayer that all of you are well despite of the bad or bed weather today. For those of you who have bee with us these past weeks, I’m pretty sure that you are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Adventist

Attitude Of Gratitude Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 10, 2014

We either have an attitude of gratitude like the one leper or we have a an attitude of entitlement like the other 9 who could not even say thanks to Jesus for their miracle. It’s really a matter of our heart toward God!

Sermon: Attitude of Gratitude! Thesis: We either have an attitude of gratitude like the one leper or we have a an attitude of entitlement like the other 9 who could not even say thanks to Jesus for their miracle. It’s really a matter of our heart toward God! Introduction: 1st Proclamation ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Daring To Imagine More Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Oct 11, 2018

Daring to Imagine More Series: Daring Faith Brad Bailey – October 6, 2018

Daring to Imagine More Series: Daring Faith Brad Bailey – October 6, 2018 Intro Today we are continuing in our Fall venture “Daring Faith.” There are lots of ways we have described the nature of faith. In the largest of ways…I have said that: Faith is how the we as finite beings enter into the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nonviolence In Early Christian Thought Through The Fourth Century

Contributed by Daniel Keeran on Apr 3, 2019

If nonviolence is indeed the teaching of Jesus in the New Testament, we would expect to find it in the earliest writings of Christians including and after the apostles and prophets of the Lord. What do we find?

If nonviolence is indeed the teaching of Jesus in the New Testament, we would expect to find it in the earliest writings of Christians including and after the apostles and prophets of the Lord. What do we find? First Century There is no example or teaching in the New Testament that Christians can ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Losing To Win Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 22, 2017

Salvation is free but discipleship will cost you your life.

Losing to Win Mark 8:34-38 Rev. Brian Bill January 21-22, 2016 Video: “Me Church” In contrast to the common thinking that life is all about you and me, listen to the words of Christ found in Mark 8:34-38: “And calling the crowd to him with his disciples, he said to them, ‘If anyone would come ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-38

Denomination: Baptist

The Admonition For Spirit-Filling Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 24, 2018

This portion of the Ephesian letter constitutes an exhortation to the readers to live like wise men. “See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise”

Commentary on the Book of Ephesians By: Tom Lowe Date: 11/29/17 Lesson 23: The Admonition for Spirit-Filling (Ephesians 5:15-21) Ephesians 5:15-21 (KJV) 15 See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, 16 Redeeming the time, because the days are evil. 17 Wherefore be ye not ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

Devoted Disciples Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 21, 2019

The depth of our devotion will determine our awe and our impact.

Devoted Disciples Acts 2:42-43 Rev. Brian Bill October 19-20, 2019 Transition from “Me Church” God worked wonders in our services this past weekend as seven people indicated they repented and received Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior! Another woman sent me a note later to say she was saved ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-43

Denomination: Baptist

How Will You Respond To The Riches Of God's Glory? Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 24, 2019

1. We can see the riches of God's glory... [1] in His love (vs. 1-5). [2] in His knowledge (vs. 3-4; 11-14). [3] in His mission (7-15). 2. How should we respond to the riches of God's glory? [1] By believing in Jesus Christ (vs. 14-15). [2] By staying close to our Savior (vs. 16).

How Will You Respond to the Riches of God's Glory? The Gospel of John John 11:1-16 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - April 5, 2017 (Revised November 24, 2019) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 11 as we continue to study one of the Lord's great miracles. It's ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

How Much Does Jesus Love Us? Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 21, 2019

How much does Jesus love us? 1. Enough to stand by us forever (vs. 1). 2. Enough to sacrifice Himself for us (vs. 1-2). 3. Enough to become a servant for us (vs. 3-5). 4. Enough to show us the way (vs. 5-17).

How Much Does Jesus Love Us? The Gospel of John John 13:1-17 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - June 28, 2017 (Revised December 21, 2019) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 13. Here God's Word has moved forward to the night before the cross, and here the Lord gave His ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

How God Works In Our Lives Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 7, 2020

1. He teaches us to wait on the Lord (vs. 33; 36-37). 2. He leads us to live the right way (vs. 34). 3. He helps us to witness for Him (vs. 34-35). 4. He works on our weaknesses (vs. 36-38).

How God Works in Our Lives The Gospel of John John 13:33-38 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 19, 2017 (Revised January 7, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 13. Most of you know that in this chapter God's Word has moved forward to the night before the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:33-38

Denomination: Baptist

Find The Comfort You Need In Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 13, 2020

We can find comfort... 1. in the Lord's care for us (vs. 1). 2. in the Lord's character (vs. 1-2). 3. in the Lord's power to create (vs. 2-3). 4. in the Lord's cross (vs. 4-6).

Find the Comfort You Need in Jesus Christ The Gospel of John John 14:1-6 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 26, 2017 (Revised January 13, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 14. In these final hours before the cross, Jesus spoke with His disciples about the most ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Phantom Pain

Contributed by Sean Dees on Feb 7, 2020

God is all about progression and moving forward, He desires for us to keep moving forward, so that we could progress. All through scripture God was pushing man forward to reach to obtain their destiny, miracle, etc.

(12) And the men said unto Lot, Hast thou here any besides? son in law, and thy sons, and thy daughters, and whatsoever thou hast in the city, bring them out of this place: (13) For we will destroy this place, because the cry of them is waxen great before the face of the LORD; and the LORD hath ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:12-15