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  • D Marion Clark avatar

    Perverting Grace Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 11, 2012
     | 3,717 views

    Titus teaches the debilitating effect of perverting the grace of God.

    Introduction There is a problem that has plagued mankind as old as the story of Adam and Eve; indeed, is traced to what took place in the Garden. Why is it that all good movements end up as Camelots – destined to decline and fail? How is it that even the best births come with their own seeds for ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Truth About Truth

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jul 26, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,909 views

    It may take a crucified church to bring a crucified Christ before the eyes of the world. Christ’s cross makes foolish human wisdom. The cross insults our intelligence (too simple), ability (nothing to do), and ambition (not glory for self).

    Opening illustration: When Harvard University was founded, its motto was Veritas Christo et Ecclesiae —“Truth for Christ and the Church.” Its crest showed three books, one face down to symbolize the limitation of human knowledge. But in recent decades that book has been turned ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Stones And The Stone Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Aug 3, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,679 views

    What it means to be building stones of the house of God.

    The moment of truth arrived one day in the life of Jesus and his disciples. They had been with one another for a couple of years or more, had seen his miracles and heard his teaching. So, one day he asked them: When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Isaiah 40 - Comfort My People Series

    Contributed by Gene Brooks on Aug 12, 2012
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     | 13,299 views

    Isaiah wrote Isaiah 40 to teach Israel that comfort is found in the Messiah who is a sovereign Shepherd, an incomparable Creator, and a strengthening Savior.

    Opening thought: Ever had someone tell you to get out of your comfort zone? Those who say that want you to get out of your complacency, drop the laziness, get moving, do something you’ve never done before, try something risky. In today’s passage, Isaiah encourages us to find a real ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rising From Life's Difficulties

    Contributed by Rusty Davidson on Aug 15, 2012
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     | 10,078 views

    Everyone faces tough times and trials. Too many times the answers we here are trite or condescending. But in the story of Lazarus we can find the meaningful truths that will allow us to rise from the difficulties of life.

    Rising From Life’s Difficulties Text: John 11:1-46 I. Introduction Illustration: Walking Dead – Hershel Greene -I can't profess to understand God's plan, Christ promised the resurrection of the dead. I just thought he had something a little different in mind. Are things not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith Answered Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 15, 2012
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     | 6,323 views

    Ruth and Naomi had seen the desperate side of life and now they were beginning to not only see God's hand in their lives but they were beginning to experience God's deliverance and mercy.

    TEACHING BRIEF Date Written: August 15, 2012 Date Taught: August 15, 2012 Church: OPBC (Wed Night) FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Series Title: A Study in the Book of Ruth Sermon Title: Faith Answered Text: Ruth 4:1-22 NLT (read ALL passage here) Introduction: How many times have we come to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Scariest Words You Never Want To Hear Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 16, 2012
     | 8,158 views

    A study of the Gospel of Matthew 7: 21 – 23

    Matthew 7: 21 – 23 The Scariest Words You Never Want To Hear 21 “Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ shall enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of My Father in heaven. 22 Many will say to Me in that day, ‘Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    A Warning For The Wicked Rich And Strength For The Saints Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 4, 2012
     | 4,840 views

    1. God gives a warning to the wicked rich. 2. God gives strength to the suffering saints: -Keep your perspective (vs. 1-6). -Keep your prayer life (vs. 4). -Keep your patience (vs. 7-11). -Keep your peace (vs. 9 &12).

    Christianity Where the Rubber Meets the Road Part 11: A Warning for the Wicked Rich and Strength for the Saints James 5:1-12 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - April 29, 2012 *George Barna did a survey that showed the average American adult thinks their finances would be great, -- If ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Gather The Fragments And Fill Your Basket

    Contributed by James May on Sep 5, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 16,198 views

    We can't allow the blessings of God to go unclaimed. How much are we leaving on the ground? A look at the Miracle of the Feeding of the 5000.

    Gather the Fragments and Fill Your Basket By Rev. James May In the Gospel of John, chapter 6, there is the story of one of the greatest miracles that Jesus performed while he ministered among the Jews. Jesus always looked upon the multitudes with compassion. Though he loved each person he ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Gather The Fragments And Fill Your Basket

    Contributed by James May on Sep 5, 2012
    based on 11 ratings
     | 14,749 views

    We can't allow the blessings of God to go unclaimed. How much are we leaving on the ground? A look at the Miracle of the Feeding of the 5000.

    Gather the Fragments and Fill Your Basket By Rev. James May In the Gospel of John, chapter 6, there is the story of one of the greatest miracles that Jesus performed while he ministered among the Jews. Jesus always looked upon the multitudes with compassion. Though he loved each person he ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Kicking The Family Cat Series

    Contributed by John Sears on Sep 6, 2012
    based on 17 ratings
     | 13,839 views

    Sometimes we have bad days and often bad feelings transfer from one person to the next. How do we deal with that as people called by God?

    Introduction Zig Ziglar tells a story of a successful big city business man named Mr. B. who ends up being late to work one day because of traffic. In the process he misses an important phone call. Irritated at traffic, Mr. B. calls in one of his managers into his office and yells at him about ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    When Faith Doesn't Make Sense Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on May 14, 2015
     | 11,920 views

    A first sermon message in which Elijah is transported to a modern day congregation to share how God shaped him.

    “Getting Into Shape: When Faith Doesn’t make Sense” 1 Kings 17:1-16 Good morning. I suppose I should tell you a little about myself. Oddly, in the Scriptures I have no introduction – I just all of a sudden appear in what you know as 1 Kings 17. My name is Elijah – ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Getting Your Fight Back

    Contributed by John Gaston on May 18, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 30,289 views

    Hebrews 12:3 warns "lest you be weary and faint in your minds." This is a possibility for all, even great saints. Let's look at how Elijah became discouraged and the 5 ways God restored his fight.

    GETTING YOUR FIGHT BACK 1 Kgs. 19:1-18 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Some things seem to get bigger and bigger. 2. A Texas farmer went to Australia for a vacation. He met an Aussie farmer, who showed off his big wheatfield. The Texan said, "Oh! We have wheatfields at least twice as large." 3. Then ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Healing (And Dealing) With Broken Relationships Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 20, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,717 views

    Years ago, before there was a treatment for rabies, a man was bitten by a rabid dog and he went to the hospital with his injury. The tests were conclusive, he had rabies & there was nothing that could be done.

    Healing (and Dealing) With Broken Relationships (Inspired by chapter eight in David Jeremiah’s “Slaying The Giants in Your Life”) Modern Family of God Series (February Family Month) February 22, 2015 CFBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A Years ago, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In Remembrance Series

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on May 23, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,023 views

    I would propose to you that it is fitting and proper that we should remember those who gave their lives serving in the Armed forces!

    Title: In Remembrance Theme: Remembering their Cost, For our Freedom Topic: Memorial Day Reflections Introduction: As I prepared this message there came to me the remembrance of that very special motor-cycle ride into the wonderful city of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The very place of the Battle ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational