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  • Rick Crandall avatar

    If You Want To Be A Real Christian. . . Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 23, 2022
     | 2,822 views

    If you want to be a real Christian... 1. Trust Jesus to help you in amazing ways (Matt 14:34-36). 2. Start obeying God's commands (Matt 15:1-6). 3. Strive to avoid hypocrisy (Matt 15:5-7). 4. Keep seeking the Lord with all your heart (Matt 15:7-8). 5. You will discover real hope (Matt 15:8-9).

    If You Want to Be a Real Christian. . . The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 14:34 - Matthew 15:9 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared July 23, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 14. The Holy Spirit led Matthew to begin this part of his Gospel by reporting on the government-approved ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Exclusive Invitation To Rest & Discipleship

    Contributed by Matthew Grise on Jul 31, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,374 views

    Matthew 11:25-30. The familiar invitation to come to Jesus is explored.

    AN EXCLUSIVE INVITATION TO REST & DISCIPLESHIP MATTHEW 11:25-30 INTRODUCTION - Most everyone likes to receive an invitation to a special event. Perhaps the event is a graduation or wedding. Sometimes we send out invitations for birthday parties. Ladies send out invitations for baby showers. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who You Are--The Believer In The Light Of Scriptures

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on May 19, 2013
     | 6,154 views

    Many people have a limited perception of their identity as Christians. Besdies being "sinners saved by grace," this sermon looks at the fact that believers are also sons, saints, servants, stewards and soldier of Jesus Christ.

    Who You Are in the Light of the Scriptures Chuck Sligh May 19, 2013 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation of this sermon is available upon request by emailing me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. NOTE: Although this sermon fit in my number of page limit for sermons, it lends itself to more extemporaneous ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "i Don't Have To See It - To Believe It!"

    Contributed by Anthony (Tony) Charles on Aug 11, 2025
     | 303 views

    Today we're settling this once and for all—you don't have to see a miracle to believe in one, because faith walks ahead of sight, not behind it!

    "I DON'T HAVE TO SEE IT - TO BELIEVE IT!" Tony – Study – Meditation – Prayer: July-August 2025 Walking by Faith, Not by Sight in the Miraculous Opening Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7 (KJV) "For we walk by faith, not by sight." Supporting Text: Hebrews 11:1 (KJV) "Now ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Meeting God

    Contributed by Terry Hovey on Feb 28, 2025
     | 696 views

    You can't just come however you want. He is the one and only true God, and we are to strive toward His standards, not the other way around. We can't approach Him just willy nilly, because...

    Meeting God Exodus 19:1-16 What do you expect when you come to church on a Sunday morning? Do you come for the fellowship with like-minded believers? Singing songs you've learned to love over the years? Maybe listen to a sermon that encourages and makes you feel good? Or maybe you prefer to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Bringing Others To Jesus

    Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Oct 7, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,087 views

    “Bringing others to Jesus is the most important ministry we can do as Christ’s disciples."

    BRINGING OTHERS TO JESUS Luke 5:17-26 Proposition: “Bringing others to Jesus is the most important ministry we can do as Christ’s disciples." Objective: My purpose is to challenge God’s people concerning the importance of bringing others to Jesus today. INTRODUCTION: Illus: During one ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Responding To The Word

    Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 9, 2002
    based on 77 ratings
     | 13,177 views

    Josiah teaches us the proper response to God’s Word

    Introduction: I heard a story recently about a young preacher who was very gifted with the ability to speak. But as the congregation began to grow and he received more and more compliments, his head began to swell as well. After delivering one of his sermons, a member of the congregation shook ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Are You Looking For A Prayer That Works? Part 1

    Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 29, 2007
    based on 106 ratings
     | 3,205 views

    Prayer is a subject that never grows old and it is also something that we need to do everyday and every hour that we live.

    DISCLAIMER: Since there are a large amount of sermons and topics and illustrations that are posted on Sermon Central, I feel it is necessary to place this disclaimer on all of the sermons that I submit. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Avoiding The Mistake Of Materialism Series

    Contributed by David Owens on May 8, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 10,503 views

    The mistake of materialism leads to destruction. In this sermon look at what happened to four people who feel into the trap of materialism.

    Introduction: A. One of the biggest mistakes we can make in life is to buy into the myth that more is better and that money and the things it can buy will make us happy. B. All he ever wanted was more. 1. He wanted more money so he turned inherited wealth into a billion dollars worth of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    It Begins In The Heart

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 15, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,080 views

    Missions-ish sermon about how being effective in sharing the gospel.

    It Begins in the Heart 1 Peter 3:15-16 November 12, 2006 Introduction I can’t tell you how honored I am that you let me come back. That doesn’t happen very often after I speak at other churches… Today I was able to bring my family, and I hope you’ll get the chance to get to know them a bit ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Life Changing Questions From The Lord

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 23, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,108 views

    1. Are you willing? (vs. 1-7). 2. Are you believing? (vs. 8-9). 3. Are you obeying? (vs. 8-14). 4. Are you telling? (vs. 15).

    Life Changing Questions from the Lord John 5:1-15 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Jan. 5, 2014 *The Lord Jesus Christ likes to ask questions, questions that make you think, penetrating, personal questions. A great example was after the Lord rose from the dead and met His Apostles ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Live Fearlessly: An Easter Sermon

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Apr 6, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,535 views

    As believers, we can fearlessly “practice the resurrection.”

    LIVING FEARLESSLY! REV. 1:12-18 Sermon Objective: As believers, we can fearlessly “practice the resurrection.” INTRO: Good Morning. CHRIST HAS RISEN! HE HAS RISEN INDEED!!!! May I ask you to read the Apostle’s Creed with me? It will not be on the screens. I would ask you ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    The Messiah And Forrest Gump Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 24, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,503 views

    Jesus tells us that the Great Tribulation will be a time of great sorrow, but He also gives us hope.

    The Messiah and Forrest Gump Text: Matt. 24:15-22 Introduction 1. Illustration: Movie clip "Run Forrest, Run!" 2. Today I get to talk about two things; one I like to talk about and the other I would rather not talk about but need to talk about. a. The thing I like to talk about is one of my ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Dennis Lee avatar

    Transformed For Significance

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jun 25, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,805 views

    This sermon looks at the transformation process and the story of David and Saul, and if we want to be transformed towards significance what we need to do.

    Transformed for Significance After three generations of living in the back country with no contact to the outside world, a father decided it was about time they saw what had become of the world. They finally came to the big city where they saw buildings so tall that they quickly became ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Nah-Yeah

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 20, 2020
     | 2,930 views

    How do we answer hostile questions about our faith? How do we know where the authority of God resides? Is the authority of God in our lives? Let’s explore Jesus’ confrontation with religious leaders over His authority and the parable of the two sons in Matthew 21:23-32.

    How do we answer hostile questions about our faith? How do we know where the authority of God resides? Is the authority of God in our lives? Let’s explore Jesus’ confrontation with religious leaders over His authority and the parable of the two sons in Matthew 21:23-32. Authority Matthew 21:23 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist