Sermons on Spiritual Thirst:

Maintaining The Unity Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 4, 2018

The theme of this letter is "Christian Unity." Paul had established many churches, and watched them grow, so he realized that without unity, nothing else really matters.

The Book of Ephesians By: Tom Lowe Date: 8/3/17 Lesson 16: Maintaining the Unity (Ephesians 4:1-6) Ephesians 4:1-6 (KJV) 1 I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, 2 With all ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Try Not To Break These

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 8, 2018

A study in the book of Deuteronomy 10: 1 – 22

Deuteronomy 10: 1 – 22 Try not to break these 10 “At that time the LORD said to me, ‘Hew for yourself two tablets of stone like the first, and come up to Me on the mountain and make yourself an ark of wood. 2 And I will write on the tablets the words that were on the first tablets, which you ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Our Holy God

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 9, 2018

It was C.S. Lewis who said, “How little people know who think holiness is dull. When one meets the real thing, it is irresistible.”

As a young boy I was really bored in church. My mom would give us pep talks every Sunday morning in an effort to remind us to pay attention and not goof around. Unfortunately, I often disregarded her instruction. I was either yawning out loud, poking my sisters, making faces at the minister, or ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

God Wants Us To Worship Like The Wise Men Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 8, 2020

The Wise Men show us how to be wise in our worship. 1. Go the distance to seek God (vs. 1-2). 2. Follow the guidance of God (vs. 2-12). 3. Come to Jesus with an abundance for God (vs.10-11).

God Wants us to Worship Like the Wise Men The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 2:1-12 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - December 31, 2012 (Revised September 8, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 2, as we turn our focus to the Wise Men. We sing about three Wise Men who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Sanctified Sex Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 18, 2020

Sexual purity is important, because It pleases God; sex itself is sacred; sexual immorality robs others; sex outside of marriage is not safe; and God's Holy Spirit dwells within every believer.

In the late 60’s, MGM produced a movie based on the true-life experiences of a widower with 10 children who marries a widow with 8 of her own. The movie is a comedy entitled Yours, Mine, and Ours. Henry Fonda and Lucille Ball are the co-stars, who play the parts of Frank and Helen Beardsley, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Joseph And Pharoah - Joseph Out Of Prison Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Sep 24, 2020

Affliction is always pure gold in the making for the child of God. This is a truth that is repeated throughout pages of Scripture. Even though it looks like nothing is happening, like nothing will ever change, circumstances are being aligned so that God's plan is working.

Joseph out of the prison Gen. 41: 1-56 When we last left Joseph, he was serving out a sentence for a crime he didn't commit in a place where the sun never shines - the dungeon for the king's prisoners. Chapter 41:1 tells us that Joseph has marked two entire years doing hard time. Two ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:1-56

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Commitment: Separating The Doers From The Dreamers

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Oct 27, 2020

Today we will be looking at the topic of Commitment. The essence of commitment is expressed in the words of Ruth to her mother-in-law Naomi...

Today we will be looking at the topic of Commitment. The essence of commitment is expressed in the words of Ruth to her mother-in-law Naomi: "Don't urge me to leave you or to turn back from you. Where you go I will go, and where you stay I will stay. Your people will be my people and your ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:16-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why The Trinity Matters To Us Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 29, 2020

The trinity matters because: 1. God confirms this reality of His existence. 2. God communicates His character through the trinity 3. God carries out His work through the trinity.

Why the Trinity Matters to Us The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 3:13-17 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - January 16, 2013 (Revised October 29, 2020) MESSAGE: *Does the trinity matter to us? As Bible-believing Baptists, we believe that the one true God exists as a trinity: Father, Son ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Patriotic Christians #1 - Pray For Our Country Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Nov 1, 2020

As Christians, we can be patriotic and support our country. One important way that we can support our country is pray for our country. I will outline seven areas to pray, one for each day of the week.

Patriotic Christians #1 Pray for Our Nation Theme: As Christians, we can be patriotic and support our country. One important way that we can support our country is pray for our country. I will outline seven areas to pray, one for each day of the week. Introduction Over the next few weeks, I ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-2, Proverbs 15:33, Matthew 12:25, Ephesians 4:31-32, Ephesians 4:26-28, Colossians 1:12-14, Isaiah 9:2, Matthew 6:33, 2 Corinthians 4:6, Proverbs 22:4-6, Matthew 6:9-10, 2 Chronicles 7:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Patriotic Christians #2 - Pray For Our Leaders Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Nov 1, 2020

As Christians, we have a responsibility to pray for our elected leaders and officials.

Patriotic Christians #2 Pray for Our Leaders Theme: As Christians, we have a responsibility to pray for our elected leaders and officials. Introduction Last week we took some time to talk about seven different ways we could pray for our country. We need to pray for humility, that we will seek ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:2, Psalm 75:6-7, 1 Corinthians 16:13-14, Matthew 20:34, Matthew 14:14, Matthew 5:36, Colossians 1:21-23, Ephesians 1:15-18, James 1:5-8, Daniel 2:20-21, Romans 13:4, Romans 13:1, 1 Timothy 2:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Discipleship - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Nov 9, 2020

Today I want to talk briefly on some of the barriers or distractions to discipleship...

Last time we looked at “The Root of Discipleship” – Jesus commanded His followers to make disciples of all nations. Discipleship happens when Christians obey the Word of God and pass on their godly heritage to the next generation of Christians. We’ve discussed “The Resources of Discipleship” – ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:32-34, Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Becoming Gospel-Centric Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 4, 2019

Look at every situation as a gospel opportunity.

Becoming Gospel-Centric Acts 3:1-16 Rev. Brian Bill November 2-3, 2019 Play IDOP video Today we’re giving attention to the persecuted church. Let’s pray the persecuted will… 1. Sense God’s presence (Heb. 13:5) 2. Know the greater body of Christ is praying for them (2 Tim. 1:3) 3. Experience ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-16, Isaiah 41:13, Psalm 51:12, Luke 10:31-32

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

A Servant Of God Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Nov 25, 2019

A Servant of God Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – November 24, 2019

A Servant of God Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – November 24, 2019 Series #48 / Luke 17:1-10 Intro Throughout the recent weeks …in which there has been a public impeachment hearing… there has been a lot of reference to the phrase… “Abuse of Power.” We are not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is Sovereign Series

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 9, 2019

As Paul begins to deal with the questions of God's original election of the Jews and the later inclusion of the Gentiles, Paul drives home the point that God is sovereign.

A. It has been said: “There are two sure things in life: 1. There is a God; 2. You are not Him!” 1. I would like to add a third sure thing: “And this God, whom you are not, is sovereign and can do whatever He decides to do.” 2. Steven Curtis Chapman wrote a song called “God is God” and the chorus ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:6-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ