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  • Bobby Stults avatar

    Is The Law Bad? Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Mar 19, 2012
     | 4,881 views

    Paul tells us we are free from the LAW... does this make the law a bad thing? Well, let me put it to you this way... or as Paul would say it... MAY IT NEVER BE!!!

    Sermon Brief Date Written: March 15, 2012 Date Preached: March 18, 2012 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Journey thru Romans Sermon Title: Is The Law a Bad Thing? Sermon Text: Romans 7:7-12 [ESV] Introduction: This morning we will be looking at one of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Prophet And The People

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on May 18, 2010
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,852 views

    God calls his people to return and reward through prophetic preaching.

    Scripture Introduction Throughout the story of redemption, one of the key characters is the prophet—one who tells God’s people who God is, and what he expects from them. That reminds me: did you know that Atheism is a non-prophet religion? I have one more: who was the greatest ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Seven Significant Signs Of Spiritual Growth

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on May 23, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 23,908 views

    Have you ever been told to grow in grace and knowledge of God but not given practical steps to do so? Seven signs or steps to spiritual growth

    Intro: From Jeff Hana; the TOP TEN WAYS TO TELL IF A CHURCH IS SPIRIT-FILLED 10) You have to assign numbers to people who want to share their testimony in worship 9) As the pastor closes the sermon, the chant of “We want more! We want more!” erupts. 8) The ushers have to empty the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Cross Sets Us Free Series

    Contributed by David Scudder on Feb 28, 2010
     | 5,956 views

    Why are we taking four weeks to study the Cross of Christ? Have you ever used Google Maps? You can see the map using a street view, satellite view or the regular map with lines and street names. All three are of the same area, but it gets confusing to loo

    Purpose: To explain the impact the Cross has on our lives. Aim: I want the listener to see himself as a possession of Jesus Christ. INTRODUCTION: Why are we taking four weeks to study the Cross of Christ? Have you ever used Google Maps? You can see the map using a street view, satellite view or ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Wait On The Lord Series

    Contributed by Elder Jonathan Morrison on Mar 17, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 19,176 views

    When the Enemy begins to attack us we need to learn how to Wait On The Lord

    Psalms 27; 14 14Wait on the LORD: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the LORD. Lamentations 3; 24-26 24The LORD is my portion, saith my soul; therefore will I hope in him. 25The LORD is good unto them that wait ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Bad Behaviors That Always Betray You Series

    Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Mar 18, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,574 views

    We don’t just give up bad behaviors; we put to death the old self.

    First Presbyterian Church Wichita Falls, Texas March 20, 2011 BAD BEHAVIORS THAT ALWAYS BETRAY YOU The ABCs of Spring Cleaning: Part 2 Isaac Butterworth Colossians 3:1-17 (NIV) 1 Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Neither Do I Condemn You

    Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Mar 3, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,084 views

    God's forgiveness in Jesus Christ

    John 8:1-11 Neither Do I Condemn You do not continue in sin! "Pastor is it OK to sell a Bible to a prostitute?" You see Laura was a member of a small church in Brazil. She sold Avon products to supplement the family income. One of her weekly routes took her through the red light district. One day ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Precious Blood Of Jesus

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Nov 29, 2015
     | 22,502 views

    The Precious Blood of Jesus

    The Precious Blood of Jesus 1 Peter 1:19 But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot: Colossians 1:14 In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins: 1 John 1:7 But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    How Can Authentic Worship Be Restored? Series

    Contributed by Paul Carlson on Dec 17, 2015
     | 5,214 views

    Proposition: Because Christ is the only acceptable Mediator, you must give scriptural worship to Him regardless of whether you feel you were enriched or not.

    How Can Authentic Worship Be Restored? 1 Kings 18:20-39 Proposition: Because Christ is the only acceptable Mediator, you must give scriptural worship to Him regardless of whether you feel you were enriched or not. When Solomon came to the throne there was godly leadership, peace and unity in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Is The Judge Who Demotes And Promotes

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 7, 2016
     | 5,134 views

    To show that GOD is the Judge, and being Judge of everyone, He puts you down (breaks you down) and then lift you up.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you the insignificant one? Yes. GOD entrusted to me the Kingdom of Heaven II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD is the Judge, and being Judge of everyone, He puts you down (breaks you down) and then lift you up. IV. TEXT: Psalms 75:7 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Truth About Adultery Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Apr 21, 2023
     | 1,588 views

    There is no greater relationship as an image in our relationship to God than the marital relationship and that is where Jesus takes us today in his sermon:

    Introduction Thomas Costain’s history, ‘The Three Edwards’, describes the life of Raynald III, a fourteenth-century duke in what is now Belgium. Grossly overweight, Raynald was commonly called by his Latin nickname, Crassus, which means "fat." After a violent quarrel, Raynald’s younger ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    It's Tough To Be A Mom!

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on May 4, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,429 views

    Rizpah is the picture of strength, patience, fortitude and courage. She is an amazing woman who helped a nation return to God.

    Scripture: 2 Samuel 21:1-14 Theme: Rizpah Title: It’s Tough to Be a Mom Rizpah is the picture of strength, patience, fortitude and courage. She is an amazing woman who helped a nation return to God. INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! Happy Mother’s Day! ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Epaphroditus Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on May 14, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,885 views

    The attitude of one’s heart defines success in ministry. We need to honor not just those who are publicly serving in the church but also those who work behind the scenes!

    A Living Example: Epaphroditus Philippians 2:25-30 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 The spiritual gifts and divine tasks a believer receive are the work of the Holy Spirit. While we know that every task in the church is to be honored, we tend to rejoice, give ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Bad News, Good News

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on May 25, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,788 views

    I'm convinced that whenever an innocent, sincere individual is taken advantage of, or has his faith ruined because of our greed or by our example, that God takes that very seriously, too.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: 2 Kings 5:1- 27: Philippians 4:8 ILL. Now that Federal Agencies have proclaimed the Covid pandemic is over, there have been several polls taken about changes in church attendance. One poll of 5,872 adults published ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Living As A Sojourner/Exile

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jun 5, 2023
     | 2,441 views

    How are we to live in an ever-changing world? Simon Peter helps us find some answers to that question.

    Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-12 (cf. verses 9-12) Theme: Sojourners How are we to live today in an ever-changing world? Simon Peter helps us find some answers to that question. INTRO: Grace and peace this morning in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! Home. That very simple ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene