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Great Reasons To Praise The Lord Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 15, 2019

1. Praise the Lord for His Godhood (vs. 14-15). 2. Praise the Lord for His glory (vs. 14-15, 18). 3. Praise the Lord for His grace (vs. 14, 16-17).

Great Reasons to Praise the Lord Series: The Gospel of John John 1:14-18 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - April 6, 2016 (Revised June 15, 2019) *Sometimes it's hard to praise the Lord. God knows that, and sometimes He uses little things to put the praise back in our hearts. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Cost Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 12, 2020

Billy Graham used to say: "Salvation is free, but discipleship will cost you everything." That is an accurate expression of the teachings of Jesus on the cost of discipleship. In this sermon, we explore what it means to pay the cost of discipleship.

A. I like the old classic joke about the chicken and the pig who were talking about going into business. 1. The chicken says: “Hey Pig, we should open a restaurant.” The pig replies: “I’m not sure, what would we call it?” 2. The chicken answers: “What if we called it ‘Ham and Eggs’?” The pig ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-35, Luke 9:23, Luke 14:25-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

James 1:1-18 Series

Contributed by Michael Larsen on Oct 20, 2020

Today we are going to learn the purpose of our trials how to respond.

Open your bibles to James Chapter 1. As we continue our new series from the Book of James entitled Faith That Works. Last week we introduced you to James. R. Kent Hughes says “one thing is clear about the book of James—the dominant theme is; “Faith that is real works practically in one's ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Lost Sheep

Contributed by Brett Skillen on May 3, 2018

Why was the Sheep lost and what did Jesus Do?

Matthew 18; The Lost Sheep 10 Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones; for I say unto you, That in heaven their angels do always behold the face of my Father which is in heaven. 11 For the Son of man is come to save that which was lost. 12 How think ye? if a man have an hundred ...read more

True Love Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 9, 2018

Message 32 from our journey through John's gospel. This message continues our exploration of the true meaning of love with an overview of love as found in Scripture.

Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Learning to Love” "A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another, even as I have loved you, that you also love one another.” "By this(mutual love) all men will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another." John ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Psalm 9: Praise For God’s Justice. Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 12, 2018

After many triumphant years of victory over his enemies the psalmist recollects the incidents, and writes about them in the psalm.

February 14, 2014 Tom Lowe Psalm 9 Title: The tune of “Death of the Son.” Praise for God’s justice. (To the chief musician according to Muthlabban, A psalm of David.) 1 I will praise thee, O LORD, with my whole heart; I will shew forth all thy marvelous works. 2 I will be glad and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 9:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons By The Brook Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 21, 2018

Message 2 in our study of the life and ministry of Elijah. This message explores the lessons he learned isolated by the brook Cherith.

Chico Alliance Church “Lessons by the Brook” Introduction Last Sunday we began a study in the life of a most significant man of God. Observing God’s interaction with Elijah and Elijah’s spiritual journey in his day provides insight and principles for us in our day which is not unlike what Elijah ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Holy God Healthy Church Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 23, 2018

Message 14 of our exposition of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians. This message explores Paul's rebuke of perversion in the the church.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Holy God Healthy Church” 1 Corinthians 5:1-13 Review Opening Address and Introduction 1:1-9 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 A. Reproof for a divided church 1-4 Introduction Can you imagine these headlines appearing in the Bremerton Sun? Incestuous ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13, Hebrews 12:12-17, 2 Corinthians 12:20-21

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Holy God Healthy Church Part 3 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 23, 2018

Message 16 in our exposition of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians. This is the third of three messages dealing with perversion in the church.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Holy God Healthy Church” Part Three 1 Corinthians 5:1-13 Review I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 A. Reproof for a divided church 1-4 B. Reproof for a defiled church 5 1. Paul concisely exposed the sin a) Sin in the church - ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Living In The Will Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 28, 2018

Living in God's will: 1. Takes us to new destinations (vs. 1-2). 2. Touches our occupations (vs. 3). 3. Leads us to new proclamations (vs. 4-5). 4. Gives us new inspirations (vs. 5-7). 5. Brings new celebrations (vs. 7-8).

Living in the Will of the Lord The Book of Acts - Part 60 Acts 18:1-8 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - September 28, 2014 INTRODUCTION: *About 15 years ago, Katie and I were pulling into Wal-Mart, when we saw the Jews for Jesus bus. They are a great group of Christian Jews who ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Better Blood Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 7, 2018

If you want to overcome sin and its devastating effects on your life, depend on the blood of Christ, which is essential and effective for your redemption.

During the last presidential election (2016), we heard a lot about Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton, the two primary candidates. We heard less about Gary Johnson, Jill Stein and other third-party candidates. However, the most interesting candidate, which I doubt any of us heard about, was Zoltan ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:15-28

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Jesus - The Way,the Truth, And The Life

Contributed by Gbemisola Fafowora on Jun 22, 2018

This verse was written on the wall in my room. I did not know where it was in the Bible and after reading it , the Holy Spirit spoke and said to me open John 14:6, and told me to take it to Nations that He was the way, the truth and the life.

John 14: 1 - 6 “Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me. In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself; that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Dads Legacy

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jun 22, 2018

A Father's Day Sermon looking at the legacy we as dads leave behind to our families. It looks at what it means to be both a husband and a father.

Father’s Day “A Dad’s Legacy” When it comes to holidays, Father’s Day isn’t up there very high, in fact, it might be at the bottom of the ladder, especially when compared to Mother’s Day. Mother’s Day is huge deal and is highly advertised. Hallmark and flower shops make a fortune on Mothers Day, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:18-21, Proverbs 3:11-12, Ephesians 5:22-27

Denomination: Foursquare

Poor-Ly Done Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 24, 2018

The people of Sodom cared nothing for the poor and needy, and this is one of the reasons Sodom was destroyed. Do you know why this lack of concern for the helpless angered God?

OPEN: A woman wrote in Reader's Digest about the time when she 10 ten years old and she found a wallet. There wasn’t any money in it, just a paper with a phone number and address on it. But she knew how these things worked. She’d return the wallet to its owner and THEN she’d get a reward! She ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 16:48-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Samson - God Empowers Even The Rebellious Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 28, 2018

Last message (17) in our Judges Series. This message focuses on the life of Samson.

Judges Series #18 - Samson God Empowers the Rebellious Introduction Today we conclude our journey through Judges with the final judge and cycle. Three common principles repeat throughout the book. Sin and failure to serve God alone brings bondage and discipline. God restores / delivers the ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance