Sermons on Purpose In Problems:

Born Again Christian Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 1, 2019

This message is a continuation of the last message in my Stronghold Beliefs series where I talked about our understanding of what it means to be born again. In this series I will address some of the questions pertaining to being born again that I was unabled to get to in that message.

Born Again Christian Part 1 Scriptures: Matt. 7:21-23; John 3:3, 7; 1 Pet. 1:23; Luke 3:23, 38 The ninth message in the Christian Stronghold Belief Series was the message titled “What It Means To Be Born Again.” The focus of that message was twofold: (1) to gain a better understanding of what it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23, John 3:1-7, 1 Peter 1:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Born Again Christian Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 8, 2019

Part 2 of this message focuses on what it means to have a heart (spirit) change which is the true evidence of being born again.

Born Again Christian Part 2 Scriptures: Romans 10:8-10; Mark 11:23; 1 Thessalonians 5:23 “But what does it say? ‘The Word is near you, in your mouth and in your heart,’ that is, the word of faith which we are preaching, that if you confess with your mouth Jesus as Lord, and believe in your heart ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:8-10, Mark 11:23, 1 Thessalonians 5:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thank God For The Freedom We Have In Jesus Christ! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 8, 2019

Thank God: 1. for the source of Christian freedom. (vs. 21-23; 35-36). 2. for the safety of Christian freedom. (vs. 24). 3. for the security of Christian freedom. (vs. 25-29). 4. for the sacrifice of Christian freedom. (vs. 28).

Thank God for the Freedom We Have in Jesus Christ! The Gospel of John John 8:21-36 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - January 4, 2017 (Revised September 8, 2019) BACKGROUND: *Here in John 8, the Jewish Feast of the Tabernacles had just ended in Jerusalem. And Jesus was boldly ...read more

Scripture: John 8:21-36

Denomination: Baptist

Part 28: God's Directions For Distressing Times Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 21, 2019

What should we do in troubled times? 1. Ask for God’s assistance (vs. 1,9). 2. Talk about your trust in God (vs. 3, 4, 11). 3. Be educated about our enemies (vs. 1-2; 5-7). 4. Remember that God remembers us (vs. 8). 5. Pour out your praise to the Lord (vs. 4; 10-13).

Great Prayers of the Old Testament God's Directions for Distressing Times Psalm 56:1-13 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - March 1, 2015 (Revised September 21, 2019) BACKGROUND: *In the KJV, the introduction to Psalm 56 says: "To the chief Musician upon ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 56:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Significance Of Christ's Return Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 9, 2021

Sleep is a metaphor for death. The Bible promises that every gospel-believing, Christ-loving, Bible-living person will not stay dead. Instead, you will rise again.

I invite you to join me next Sunday as we launch on a three week series, The Love of God. It’s my hope that you will not only see but feel how much God cares for you. So join me next week and invite an unchurched friend. And speaking of love…. In just four weeks, our church will celebrate LoveLoud ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:9, Luke 17:20-37, Job 19:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Meal With Matthew Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 12, 2021

If the gospel is only successful among one stratum of society, it loses its punch. But if the gospel assembles people from both sides of the track (rich and poor), there is an intrigue to the gospel.

Jesus kept the wrong company. In the later decades of the nineteenth century, Hell’s Half-Acre was known as the red-light district of Fort Worth. While the area was cleared in the 1960s for the Tarrant County Convention Center, it was, as the name suggests, a rough and rowdy district. In the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

A Prayer For Revival Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 14, 2021

Many of you are praying for a better life and if God were to grant you your request, you would quickly become overconfident. And you would quickly move to spiritual indifference. Some of you are praying against THE VERY circumstances that God has arranged so you would better experience Him.

I want to introduce you to a way you can pray for your believing friends to experience revival. Many of you enjoy speaking to your parents as often as you like. I was part of a funeral this week for a good man, a husband, and a father. He had been a member of this church for over twenty years and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Hope Of Easter For You

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 30, 2021

How can so little of something be so powerful? And yet, there’s no sin, not a blot, not a blur, not a blemish, not a stain, that the blood of Jesus cannot cleanse. The blood of Jesus conquers and cleanses us.

Alfredo Harp is worth around $1.2 billion. He made his fortunes in finance and banking in Mexico. He also owns two Mexican baseball teams. But Alfredo is noteworthy for another reason other than his substantial monies. In 1994, he was kidnapped by a gang that demanded an initial ransom in the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Gifts, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jul 2, 2021

Don’t you see there are some people that you and you alone can reach? That’s the reason why God says he has prepared good works for you beforehand to walk in them. If we don’t have your gift operating, we are not at our full capacity.

Happy Father’s Day to all of you. On Mother’s Day, the most phone calls are made. On Father’s Day, the most collect phone calls are made. Now that’s ok because we dads like to be needed. On average, children spend around three more minutes talking to their mothers on Mother’s Day versus fathers on ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-10, Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

Leading Your Children To Christ

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jul 19, 2021

John 3 is the most comprehensive and complete chapter in the Bible on the subject of the new birth and what it means to be born again.

This morning I'll be talking about children experiencing what Jesus calls the new birth. Before I do, I want to say a word about Vacation Bible School. VBS is one of the most effective tools for reaching people with the gospel. VBS will happen in nine locations this year, and I hope ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

A Show Of Faith

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 24, 2021

The Gospel has: Personal Appeal; Universal Authority; and Divine Appearance

A Show of Faith Greetings Podcast Patriots. This is Perry Greene of GNA. Thank you so much for listening in today. I hope you are checking out our website at GodNAmerica.com. Please stop by occasionally. I am hoping to have some merchandise available for you soon. You may also donate to help us ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17, Matthew 10:32-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Can We Be The Christians God Wants Us To Be? Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 29, 2021

God wants us to... 1. Be moved by His great mercies (vs. 1). 2. Dedicate every day to the Lord (vs. 1). 3. Have regular times of renewal (vs. 2).

How Can We Be the Christians God Wants Us to Be? The Book of Romans Romans 12:1-2 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared July 29, 2021) BACKGROUND: *Romans 12 marks a big turning point in Paul's letter to the Christians in Rome. Pastor Steve Weaver explained that "the first 11 chapters of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

I Am The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Aug 1, 2021

We come to know Christ in the same way that sheep came to know their shepherd: by experience, by following him year after year, by learning that we can love and trust him. We come to know that He will bring us to places of safety, and that He will be with us always.

Nobody enjoys feeling like they’re just a number. But this tends to happen when you deal with a big organization, like a bank or the government. It feels like to them, you’re just another account number, just another taxpayer. Sometimes the bank will send you a nice letter, “We really care about ...read more

Scripture: John 10:14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Thanks-Living: Living A Vitality-Enriched Life

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Aug 27, 2021

This message stresses the importance of worship that flows from appreciation love. Praise can flow from the lips of those who gather for worship, regardless of their circumstances.

In one electrifying moment a hush would fall over the congregants. It was the moment for which they had prepared themselves. The priest would meet them at the entrance to the temple, motion for the people to stand and call them to worship. Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. Worship the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-15, Psalm 116:7-9, 1 Timothy 1:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Philippians (Nasb)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Sep 26, 2021

The Epistle of Joy

(notes c/o Marilyn Hickey Ministries and biblegateway.com) Thanksgiving / The Epistle of Joy / Attitude / Believer’s life / Paul under house arrest in Rome in 62 AD. The power of Christ within Paul gave him contentment; SINGLE MIND 1 Paul and Timothy, bond-servants (SLAVES?) of Christ Jesus, To ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard