Sermons on Strong Beginnings:

We Must Help Bring More People To Jesus! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 22, 2021

How can we help bring more people to Jesus Christ? 1. Find ways to be a friend (Mark 2:1-3). 2. Carry your corner of the load (Mark 2:1-4). 3. Break through the barriers (Mark 2:2-5). 4. Keep giving glory to God (Mark 2:5-12).

We Must Help Bring More People to Jesus! The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 9:1-8; Mark 2:1-12; Luke 5:15-26 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared September 22, 2021) BACKGROUND: *Think about how many miracles Jesus performed. In John 20:30-31, God's Word tells us that, "truly Jesus did many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:1-8, Mark 2:1-12, Luke 5:15-26

Denomination: Baptist

We Must Live By God's Love Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 14, 2021

We must live by God's love... 1. Because we are debtors (Rom 13:1-8). 2. Because it transforms our behavior (Rom 13:8-10). 3. Because we have received it from our Savior (Rom 5:5-10; Rom 8:28-39).

We Must Live by God's Love The Book of Romans Romans 13:1-10; Romans 5:5-10; Romans 8:28-39 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared October 14, 2021) MESSAGE: *Today we will take a good look at the kind of love God wants us to have for other people. Turns out that it is the same kind of agape love ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-10, Romans 5:5-10, Romans 8:28-39

Denomination: Baptist

A Sermon That Is Difficult To Preach

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Oct 17, 2021

In life It’s nice to be able to look forward to something.

In life It’s nice to be able to look forward to something. • In the daily grind of life it is great to look forward to a vacation. • When we were kids we got excited waiting for Christmas. We would literally count the days before it would arrive. • When we were kids we looked forward to the end ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Friends In Low Places Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Apr 13, 2024

Naaman lived because he reluctantly listened to people who were “beneath” him. He left Syria because of a captured slave who kindly told him where to find healing. He wanted to speak to Israel's king, but it was a prophet’s assistant who told him where to go for healing.

As fall is here, our church family is examining the life of Elisha. Elisha shows us how to remain faithful during challenging times. Our God always leaves His light for us even in the most troubling of times. Elisha’s life is the story of God’s bright light in the darkest of skies. I invite you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-7, 2 Kings 5:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

Mr. Big Shot

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 29, 2019

A study in the book of Esther 3: 1 – 15

Esther 3: 1 – 15 Mr. Big Shot 1 After these things King Ahasuerus promoted Haman, the son of Hammedatha the Agagite, and advanced him and set his seat above all the princes who were with him. 2 And all the king’s servants who were within the king’s gate bowed and paid homage to Haman, for so the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 3:3

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Mr. Big Shot

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 3, 2019

A study in the book of Esther 3: 1 – 15

Esther 3: 1 – 15 Mr. Big Shot 1 After these things King Ahasuerus promoted Haman, the son of Hammedatha the Agagite, and advanced him and set his seat above all the princes who were with him. 2 And all the king’s servants who were within the king’s gate bowed and paid homage to Haman, for so the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 3:3

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

New Church Policies

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 18, 2019

A study in the book of Jeremiah 16: 1 – 21

Jeremiah 16: 1 – 21 New church policies 1 The word of the LORD also came to me, saying, 2 “You shall not take a wife, nor shall you have sons or daughters in this place.” 3 For thus says the LORD concerning the sons and daughters who are born in this place, and concerning their mothers who bore ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 16:16

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Stronghold Beliefs Part 6 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 7, 2019

This message focuses on the belief that Christains should have that the Bible is the Word of God and is profitable for the life of every Christian.

Stronghold Beliefs Part 6 Scriptures: Hebrews 11:6; Romans 10:17; Matthew 4:1-10 This past week, in the United States of America, we celebrated the Fourth of July holiday. The Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day or July 4th, has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6, Romans 10:17, Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stronghold Beliefs Part 7 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 14, 2019

This message focuses on Satan, his rebellion and the creation of hell. As you read this message you will discover that there are Christians who do not believe in hell and some are not sure if God exists. This message answers that question biblically.

Stronghold Beliefs Part 7 Scriptures: Ezekiel 28:12-17; John 8:44; Revelations 12:3-4 This morning I want you to think about two words, persuasion and influence. Persuasion is defined as “the act or fact of persuading someone or being persuaded to do or believe something.” Influence is defined ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 28:12-17, John 8:44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Pray With Power Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 28, 2020

How can we pray with power? 1. We must take action by asking. 2. We must expand our expectations. 3. We must lift up our prayers in the Lord's name. 4. We must count on the Lord's commitments.

How to Pray with Power The Gospel of John John 14:12-14 (Read vs. 1-14) Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - August 9, 2017 (Revised January 28, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Here in the last few hours before the cross, Jesus spoke to His disciples about the most important things, and one of ...read more

Scripture: John 14:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Taking The D.n.a. Test: What’s In The Blood

Contributed by Sean Dees on Feb 7, 2020

We live in a time where we feel that we must carry some sort of label. People run to Dr. Phil not for help but Identity. They want a label a term to help identify who they are and why they are who they are.

(11) And God wrought special miracles by the hands of Paul: (12) So that from his body were brought unto the sick handkerchiefs or aprons, and the diseases departed from them, and the evil spirits went out of them. (13) Then certain of the vagabond Jews, exorcists, took upon them to call over them ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:11-15

Breakthrough Insights 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 17, 2020

In 2020 we are looking for a Breakthrough in our lives – a breakthrough from Covid 19, from divisive politics, from societal division and dissension in our society

Video Transition: Fragile Sermon: Breakthrough insights pt. 2! Series: Breakthrough 2020! Thesis: In 2020 we are looking for a Breakthrough in our lives – a breakthrough from Covid 19, from divisive politics, from societal division and dissension in our society – but to get the desired ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-4, Psalm 34:18, Psalm 77:2, Psalm 88:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sowing And Reaping Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 24, 2020

It is true - we do reap what we sow, whether it be in training for a marathon, planting corn or beans, strengthening our marriages, disciplining our children, taking thoughts captive, or simply being kind to people.

Dance Lessons: Sowing and Reaping Galatians 6:6-10 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 06-28-2020 Run, Forrest, Run I stood at the starting line of the 2014 Christie Clinic Marathon in Champaign shaking like a leaf. Yes it was a bit chilly but that’s not why my nerves were ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Fellowshipping With The Father And The Son - Part 9

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Jul 30, 2020

John was writing to people who claimed to be Christians. John wanted his readers to know exactly what a Christian is.

Today’s Message: Relationship Tested (1 John 2:3 NKJV) Now by this we know that we know Him, if we keep His commandments. (1 John 2:4 NKJV) He who says, "I know Him," and does not keep His commandments, is a liar, and the truth is not in him. (1 John 2:5 NKJV) But whoever keeps His ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Prince Of Peace Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on May 13, 2020

Peace is something most of us could use right now and the good news is that Jesus is the Prince of Peace. In this message we talk about - what the peace of God, why we are not finding it and how we can actually live within it.

Prince Of Peace Video (Social Distancing Mothers Day) YEAH – a lot of truth to that little video. AMEN! ESPECIALLY – the truth about how much we love, admire, respect and value our moms. YES – moms are pretty stinking amazing! UNDERSTAND – there is no other person like a mom in our lives.. no ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7, John 14:27, John 16:33, 1 Peter 5:6-8, Isaiah 26:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ