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  • Matthew Kratz avatar

    Intoxicated? Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 11, 2020
     | 3,161 views

    1) The Prohibition (Ephesians 5:18a), 2) The Product (Ephesians 5:18b), 3) The Principle (Ephesians 5:18c) to avoid intoxication as a believer in Christ.

    Ephesians 5:18a [18] And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, (but be filled with the Spirit), (ESV) If you have been following what has been deemed essential and non-essential by government officials during this COVID season, there has been some surprising designations. Corporate ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Role Of The Church In The 21st Century

    Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Sep 12, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 13,004 views

    A sermon that highlights 4 key Roles of the Church especially in uncertain times.

    To have a proper understanding and appreciation of the role of the church in the 21st century, we must begin by defining the church and the 21st century. What is the Church? 1 Corinthians 12:13 tells us that ‘for by one Spirit we were all baptised into one body – whether Jews or Greeks, whether ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God Is Good! Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 25, 2020
     | 5,757 views

    God is good! And we know this because: 1. He has blessed us with the Bible (vs. 1-2). 2. He judges people with perfect justice (vs. 3-8). 3. He exposes our evil (vs. 9-20, 23). 4. He gives us His grace (21-24).

    God Is Good! The Book of Romans Romans 3:1-24 (Reading vs. 1-10) Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - April 10, 2016 (Revised September 25, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Romans chapter 3. Tonight's Scripture is like the closing argument in a trial where all ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Thanksgiving

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 3, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 43,354 views

    This message explores the reasons we have to give God thanks. Our choice to give God thanks should not rest on Him doing something for us - but for what He has already done through His Son and what He continues to do.

    Thanksgiving Scripture: Psalm 92:1-4; Psalm 107:8, 15; First Thessalonians 5:18 The title of my message this morning is “Thanksgiving.” This has been a difficult year and some people may be struggling with the idea of being thankful. The Covid-19 pandemic has reaped havoc on the lives of many ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Grace Alone Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 20, 2021
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,809 views

    Jesus + Nothing = Everything

    Recently, Beth and I stopped by a grocery store to pick up a few items. To save time, we decided to use the self-checkout option [I normally go to a cashier as a way to support jobs]. When I tried to scan the first item, the machine sounded an alarm, and the screen showed an error. As I waited ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Jesus Turns Trash Into Treasure Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 29, 2021
     | 6,160 views

    1. Jesus finds us (vs. 9). 2. Jesus urges us to follow Him (vs. 9). 3. Jesus fellowships with us (vs. 10). 4. Jesus functions as a doctor to heal us from our sin (vs. 11-13).

    How Jesus Turns Trash into Treasure The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 9:9-13 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared September 29, 2021) BACKGROUND: *Today in Matthew 9, we will see how Jesus called the man God used to write this book of the Bible. His name was Matthew Levi, and he was a much-hated tax ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    22nd Sunday After Pentecost. October 20th, 2024. Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 10, 2021
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,681 views

    Year B, Proper 24.

    Job 38:1-7, Job 38:34-41, Psalm 104:1-9, Psalm 104:24, Psalm 104:35, Isaiah 53:4-12, Psalm 91:9-16, Hebrews 5:1-10, Mark 10:35-45. A). WHO IS THIS? Job 38:1-7; Job 38:34-41. After all the crying and sighing, moaning and groaning of Job (and I do not blame him for it); after all the blaming ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Joseph Shows Us God's Way To Cope With A Crisis Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 20, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,090 views

    *What should we do when a crisis comes? 1. Keep pursuing God's plan for our lives (vs. 18). 2. Keep growing in God's goodness (vs. 18-20). 3. Trust God to guide us forward (vs. 20-23). 4. Trust Christ to take care of us (vs. 21-25). 5. Do what God wants us to do (vs. 24-25).

    Joseph Shows Us God's Way to Cope with a Crisis The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 1:18-25 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - December 12, 2012 (Revised August 20, 2020) MESSAGE: *One of Dave Berry's favorite Christmas memories as a child was the annual Nativity Pageant at St. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In The Heat Of The Night (Or Day) - God Is Our Preserver #1 Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Aug 22, 2020
     | 6,363 views

    No matter what is going on in our lives, no matter the fires we experience, God is our preserver. He may not rescue us from the fire today, but will rescue us from the fires of Hell in the end if we are faithful to Him.

    Introduction When we think of summer, what’s the first thing we think of? Usually the heat. Temperatures in the 90s. High humidity making it feel like it’s over 100O. We think of vacations. We think of taking time off work for a few days to get away from the hectic rat-race of our lives. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Chariots Of Fire - God Is Our Protector #2 Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Aug 22, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 9,442 views

    There are battles going on all around us that we do not see. It feels like the enemy is winning. But God’s protection is there, just as it was for Elisha. When we are surrounded, God has surrounded us with His protection.

    Introduction That is the theme to one of the most iconic hot summer movies of our lifetimes. Set in the post-World War I era, Chariots of Fire is based on the true story of two British athletes. Harold Abrahams and Eric Liddell are both naturally gifted fast sprinters, but approach running ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Can I Be Saved And Not Attend Church?

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 17, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,793 views

    I titled this sermon…CAN I BE SAVED AND NOT ATTEHD CHURCH?

    This is a very foolish question but it is often asked by those who do not know the scriptures. In this sermon I want to deal with this question in two ways: (1) With Common Sense (2) With The Scriptures Let me deal with this question first with… I. COMMON SENSE This question CAN I BE SAVED ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Shield Of Faith: God Is Not Really Good Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 19, 2023
     | 1,525 views

    Bad things in the permissive will of God do not diminish His goodness.

    THE ARMOR OF GOD AND THE LIES OF THE ENEMY Shield of Faith: God is Not Really Good Ephesians 6:10-18 #armorofGod STORY SEGMENT 1 (p) There once was a traveler named Yort Goodseeker. Yort left home one day and was bound and determined that he would experience the world and meet God Who is good. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    The Messianic Age Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Feb 20, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,372 views

    Zephaniah begins his closing oracle by declaring the future worldwide conversion of the Gentile nations & then he communicates God’s promise to restore His chosen people.

    ZEPHANIAH 3: 9-20 [IN THAT DAY SERIES] THE MESSIANIC AGE [Psalm 67; Zechariah 14:8–9] Following the prophetic custom, Zephaniah concludes his book with a message of hope (e.g., Hos 14:1–9; Joel 3:18–21; Amos 9:11–15). These verses mark the end of the prophet’s long list of indictments and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Wallace avatar

    The Message God Blesses--No Matter Who Or How Series

    Contributed by James Wallace on Feb 21, 2023
     | 1,877 views

    What is the Message God promises to bless? What message would you tell to a dying man who is on the precipice of eternity?

    It was probably 15 or 20 years ago when our church was meeting on Holman Way when I ran into a youth group leader about 20 minutes before a Bible Study on Wednesday night. Her name was Caroline, and I asked her how she was doing. She said okay, but in such a manner that I knew she definitely was ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    The Search For Meaning Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 23, 2023
     | 2,844 views

    In your pursuit of meaning in life, look beyond your own hands; look beyond your own head; and look beyond your own heart. Look beyond the sun to the Lord, who died for you and rose again.

    Since its founding in 1995, people have used eBay to sell billions of items. They include some odd products and occasionally something priceless. For example… In 1954, the great physicist Albert Einstein penned a personal letter to philosopher Erik Gutkind in which he defended his views on ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free