Sermons on Gracious:

Give Thanks To The Lord

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Nov 26, 2013

Thanksgiving Sermon based on Psalm 136.

11-26-13 Thanksgiving Sermon - Psalm 136 Issued by President George Washington, at the request of Congress, on October 3, 1789 Whereas it is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, to be grateful for His benefits, and humbly to implore His ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 136:1-26

Denomination: Lutheran

Sometimes

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 14, 2013

This message focuses on how we allow temporary "sometimes moments" to overshadow our blessings.

Sometimes Scriptures: James 1:2-5; 23 Introduction The title of my message this morning is “Sometimes.” This message came to me as I was actually meditating on another message in my series on the names of God. Let me give you a little background. Sometimes things are going ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming Setbacks And Discouragement

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 15, 2013

1. Depend on God's deliverance (Jonah 2:1-9). 2. Make the most of God's mercy (Jonah 3:1-10). 3. Stop majoring on the minors (Jonah 4:1-9). 4. Care like the Lord cares (Jonah 4:10-11).

Overcoming Setbacks and Discouragement Jonah 1:1-4:11 (Initial reading - Jonah 1:1-17) Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Oct. 27, 2013 BACKGROUND: *Almost everybody knows the story of Jonah. It's one of the first Bible stories we learn as kids. They even made a Veggie Tales movie ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Immanuel, God With Us

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Dec 29, 2013

This is a Bible study suitable for a Sunday School class or small group examining the meaning of the name "Immanuel."

Immanuel, God With Us (A Bible study) Chuck Sligh December 29, 2013 TEXTS: Isaiah 7:14 – “Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and SHALL CALL HIS NAME IMMANUEL.” Matthew 1:18-25 – “Now the birth of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

Make A Commitment Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jan 3, 2014

To what are you committed? Why are you committed? On what basis do you make your commitments? We can learn from Mary.

“Guidelines for Christmas: Make A Commitment” Luke 1:46-55 To what are you committed? Why are you committed? On what basis do you make your commitments? Today’s passage about Mary forces us to consider these questions about commitment. What led her to her commitment? We can gain ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Answer Me Quickly, Lord Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 3, 2014

The Psalmist’s prayer should be our prayer at times. 1- Answer me quickly, Lord 2- Do not bring me into judgment 3- Show me the way to go in life 4- Rescue me from my enemies

INTRO.- Answer me quickly, Lord. ILL.- Here’s a bad situation where you barely have time to call on the Lord or anyone for help. May 23, 2013. Driver survives I-5 bridge collapse into Wash. river: A driver said he thought he was about to die when an Interstate 5 bridge span collapsed in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 143:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

“change Has Come To America . . . God, Help Us!” Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 20, 2015

www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBmbUkkIGc (28 second video of President Obama’s victory speech, “It’s been a long time coming, but tonight, because of what we did on this day, in this election, at this defining moment, change has come to America.”)

America’s Fork In The Road: Keeping or Cutting Covenant Series (Based up Perry Stone & Bill Cloud’s book, America’s Controversy with God’s Covenant) “Change Has Come To America . . . God, Help Us!” March 22, 2015 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:37

Denomination: Baptist

Foundation One: God's Plan For Marriage Series

Contributed by Greg Brown on Jul 6, 2015

An expositional study of Genesis 1 and 2 focusing on God's plan for marriage

Foundation One: God’s Plan for Marriage Then God said, “Let us make man in our image, in our likeness, and let them rule over the fish of the sea and the birds of the air, over the livestock, over all the earth, and over all the creatures that move along the ground.” So God ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hurdles And The Peace Of God Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 13, 2015

Part one of this two part series focuses on how we can have peace in the midst of our troubles. The example used is a track runner who runs the hurdles.

“Hurdles And The Peace Of God…” Part 1 Scriptures: John 14:1-3; 27; Gen. 3:8-9; Mark 4:35-40; Isa. 26:3 Introduction How many of you have had a long week? How many of you have had a long 2015? This morning I want to briefly share with you from a topic of “Hurdles And ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What To Do Until The Lord Comes Back - Part 3

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 2, 2013

What should we do until the Lord comes back? 1. Rush toward righteousness (vs. 14). 2. Consider the longsuffering of the Lord (vs. 15). 3. Watch out where you walk (vs. 15-17). 4. Keep growing in the grace of Jesus Christ (vs. 18).

What to Do Until the Lord Comes Back - Part 3 2 Peter 3:14-18 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - May 5, 2013 BACKGROUND AND INTRODUCTION: *Do you believe that Jesus Christ is coming again? If we believe what the Bible says about Jesus, then we know that the Lord is coming back. What ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Guidance For Godly Dads

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 18, 2013

How can I be a Godly dad? 1. By a positive connection with your children. 2. By proper care for your children. 3. By pure character before your children. 4. By patient compassion for your children.

Guidance for Godly Dads Ephesians 6:1-4 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - June 16, 2013 *Today we honor our dads, and that is a good thing to do. It's a good thing to do most of all, because God commands us to honor our parents. In vs. 2&3, Paul echoed the Fifth Commandment from ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The "Buts" Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jul 2, 2013

Real discipleship is demanding! It takes a lot for a spur-of-the-moment impulse to become a lifetime commitment to following Christ.

Title: The “Buts” Text: Luke 9:51-62 Thesis: Real discipleship is demanding… it takes a lot for a spur-of-the-moment impulse to become a lifetime commitment to following Christ. Introduction Eric Weiner tells of being rushed to the hospital emergency room in excruciating pain. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-62

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living A Life Of Privilege Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 28, 2013

We are privileged to be God's a part of God's family.

Living A Life Of Privilege Text: 1 Peter 2:4-12 Introduction 1. Illustration: Can you fathom this? The God of the universe, who holds all things together by the word of His power, who fills all things and is bigger than the universe; bigger than time, literally lives in you. Calls you His dwelling ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-12

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus And Zacchaeus Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 1, 2015

An analysis of Jesus and Zacchaeus in Luke 19:1-10 teaches us about Jesus mission to seek to save the lost.

Scripture Jesus’ mission was to seek and to save the lost. And he seeks and finds every lost person the Father gave him to seek and to find. Today, we will learn about Jesus seeking and finding a man who was lost. Let’s read about Jesus and Zacchaeus in Luke 19:1-10: 1 He entered ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Glory Of God’s Law

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 5, 2015

Psalm 19 is a song of praise to the glory of God’s law, even though David begins his song of praise in adoration toward God solely in terms of His glory in nature. Yet the most prominent feature of this psalm is praise to God for His law (His Word).

2-26-05 Title: The Glory of God’s Law Text: Psalm 19 1 The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork. 2 Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night sheweth knowledge. 3 There is no speech nor language, where their voice is not heard. 4 Their line is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-14

Denomination: Baptist