Sermons on Godly Values:

God's Plan For Our Purity

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 12, 2013

1. Respect God's standards for purity (Matt 5:27-32). 2. Run to the cross of Christ (Rom 6:23). 3. Repent from sexual sin (Luke 15:17-20). 4. Run away from sexual sin (2 Tim 2:22). 5. Renew your mind with Godly things (Rom 12:1-2).

God's Plan for Our Purity Matthew 5:27-32 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - April 10, 2013 BACKGROUND: *We have been going through a verse by verse study of Matthew, and our Scripture tonight covers two of the most sensitive subjects in God's Word: adultery and divorce. That being ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-32

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon $ 42 - God Of Restoration Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Nov 1, 2023

God specializes in restoring those who are lost and gone away from Him. Everyone needs to be in the place God has assigned for us, for only there are we assured of God’s protection, privilege and we will also find our true worth.

We read in Luke 15:20, “And he rose up and went to his own father. But while he was yet a long way off, his father saw him, and was moved with compassion, and ran, and fell upon his neck, and covered him with kisses.” (Darby) We meditated a little on this passage in the last sermon, considering ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:20, Luke 15:1-2, Luke 15:3, Psalm 139:4, Luke 15:4-5, Psalm 91:1, Luke 15:8-9, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Acts 13:22, Luke 15:28-30, Psalm 34:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

The Power Of Cancelling Negative Words Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 13, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the importance of cancelling negative words spoken over us and our children, from a biblical perspective.

Words have the power to shape our lives, influence our thoughts, and impact our destinies. The Bible teaches that words can be a source of life or death, blessing or curse (Proverbs 18:21). Unfortunately, many of us have been subjected to negative words, spoken over us by others or even by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:44, Proverbs 18:21

How To Be A Spiritual Lion Tamer Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Jan 4, 2021

What qualified David to be used so mightily by God that two pagan kings were converted to fear His God. The story of Daniel and the Lion's Den supplies us with many encouraging spiritual lessons about how to be the kind of man whom God fully supports!

One of my favorite verses is II Chronicles 16:9a: “For the eyes of the LORD move to and fro throughout the earth that He may strongly support those whose heart is completely His.” It’s a verse that gives hope to any one and every one of us who would like to be used of the Lord that great ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 16:9, 2 Chronicles 7:13-14, Colossians 3:16-17

Denomination: Bible Church

Notes From The Upper Room

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Aug 13, 2018

Notes from the Upper Room are the words the Lord speaks to me in my quiet time with Him. This message looks at Worship, Praying in Tongues, Rights and Privileges, Conforming to the Image of Christ, and the Neutralizing of the Body of Christ.

Turn to Exodus 17:8-13 (8) Then came Amalek, and fought with Israel in Rephidim. (9) And Moses said unto Joshua, Choose us out men, and go out, fight with Amalek: to morrow I will stand on the top of the hill with the rod of God in mine hand. Let me ask you a question ladies and gentlemen: do ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-32, Ephesians 2:11-19, Psalm 1:1-3, Exodus 17:8-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part 11: God's Road To Revival Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 13, 2024

How can we get to revival? 1. Humble our hearts before the Lord. 2. Put a higher priority on prayer. 3. Sincerely seek the Savior. 4. Turn away from our sins.

Great Prayers of the Old Testament Part 11: God's Road to Revival 2 Chronicles 7:12-14 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared December 13, 2024) BACKGROUND: *The last time we focused on King Solomon we were in 1 Kings 3, and the young king had just been anointed to take the place of his dying ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

David Gathers A Band Of Outcasts In The Cave Stronghold Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Feb 27, 2023

Two houses are being built, one is solid, the other is brittle, and caving in on itself. These are the two paths, one of David, the man of God, and Saul, the man in rebellion.

Two roads are beginning to form, two roads in two starkly different directions. We’ve both been on these roads. Maybe not to this extreme, but we have. We’ve seen where God’s path leads, to hope, to challenges, to victory, and yes, the valley of the shadow of death too, dark times, but, we’ve also ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army

Following The Captain

Contributed by Jim Wright on Aug 25, 2004

This passages shows us how to follow the Captain of our salvation as He leads us to the completion of our glourious salvation in the world to come.

Hebrews 2:5-13 Following the Captain of our Salvation Introduction 1. This year as part of our vacation we planned a camping trip to Sudbury to see Science North (the northern version of Ontario Science Centre) and to experience family camping along the way. 2. Our destiny was Science North, but ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Live Wisely: The Treasure Of Wisdom, The Freedom Of Confession, And The Overflow Of Grace Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 21, 2025

We live in a culture obsessed with wealth, success, and achievement. Yet, God’s Word calls us to something far greater—something eternal.

Go! And Live Wisely: The Treasure of Wisdom, the Freedom of Confession, and the Overflow of Grace Introduction: What Do You Value Most? Imagine for a moment someone offers you a choice: a million pounds in cash, or a heart full of wisdom, a soul freed from guilt, and a life overflowing with grace. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:16, Proverbs 28:13, 2 Corinthians 9:8, Proverbs 9:10, 1 Kings 3:9, James 1:5, 1 John 1:9, Philippians 4:19, John 6:1-14, John 1:14, John 1:16, Ephesians 1:7, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

21. The Kingdom Parables – The Sixth – The Pearl Of Greatest Price – Part 1 Of 4 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Nov 27, 2025

The Parable of the Pearl of Greatest Price is one of the most misunderstood of all parables. The conventional thinking is challenged because there is only one true interpretation for this parable. Some very lovely truths come out about the Lord and the Church, the Bride for whom He gave all.

21. The Kingdom Parables – The Sixth – The Pearl of Greatest Price – Part 1 of 4 We are working through the Kingdom Parables of Matthew 13, seven of them, and today we start the sixth one, which is about a pearl of the greatest value and perfection. In this study we look at the Parable itself, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:45-46, 1 Samuel 16:11-12, Ephesians 2:13-16, Ephesians 5:27-29, Romans 3:10-12, Isaiah 55:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lessons From Jeremiah – Part 1 – Problems In Our Genealogy; Are We To Blame? Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 24, 2024

Whose fault is it if your children depart from God, and are bad? This is the first study in a series in Jeremiah and we look at Judah’s wonderful king Josiah and his family.

LESSONS FROM JEREMIAH – PART 1 – PROBLEMS IN OUR GENEALOGY; ARE WE TO BLAME? PART 1 – Jeremiah 1:1-3 CHAPTER 1 {{Jeremiah 1:1-3 The words of Jeremiah, the son of Hilkiah, of the priests who were in Anathoth in the land of Benjamin, to whom the word of the LORD came in the days of Josiah, the son ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:1-3, 2 Chronicles 35:25-26, 2 Chronicles 36:12-13, Proverbs 22:6, 2 Kings 25:27-30, Luke 12:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Guarding Your Heart Against Sin Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 26, 2025

The heart is the control centre of a person’s thoughts, desires, and actions. It determines the course of our lives and is a prime target for sin. Therefore, guarding our hearts is essential for maintaining a pure and holy walk with God.

Title: GUARDING YOUR HEART AGAINST SIN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 4:23 "Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it." Supporting Texts: Matthew 15:18-19; Psalm 119:11; Philippians 4:8; 1 Peter 5:8; 2 Timothy 2:22 INTRODUCTION: The heart is the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23, Matthew 15:18-19, Psalm 119:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Biblical Stance On Abuse In Marriage Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 7, 2024

The Bible explicitly condemns abuse in all its forms.

God's design for marriage is one of mutual love, respect, and submission. However, some marriages are marred by abuse, which is a stark contradiction to God's intentions. In this sermon , we'll explore the biblical stance on abuse in marriage and the consequences for abusive ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33, 1 Corinthians 7:15

Precious In His Sight Series

Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Aug 7, 2011

Come to Jesus, Be acceptable in His sight, and Believe on Him for provision in every area of your life. We are rejected by the world, but precious in the sight of God.

- Opening Prayer - Text: 1 Peter 2:4-10 4 Coming to Him as to a living stone, rejected indeed by men, but chosen by God and precious, 5 you also, as living stones, are being built up a spiritual house, a holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. 6 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Kind Of Person Are You? Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 24, 2019

1. The Samaritans who were saved (vs. 39-42). [1] Saved by godly testimony. [2] Saved by God's Truth. 2. The hometown people who were hardhearted (vs. 43-45). 3. The ruler who rushed to Jesus (vs. 46-54). [1] Desperate (vs. 46-47). [2] Determined (vs. 48-50). [3] Delighted (vs. 50-54).

What Kind of Person Are You? The Gospel of John John 4:39-54 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - August 17, 2016 (Revised July 24, 2019) BACKGROUND: *John 4 tells the wonderful story of a Samaritan woman who went to the well one day. And there, by God's grace, she met the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:39-54

Denomination: Baptist