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  • Michael Stark avatar

    Not Even A King Can Disobey Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 25, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,227 views

    A study of the pitiful account of Saul's disobedience of the will of God and what came of him.

    “So, Saul died for his breach of faith. He broke faith with the LORD in that he did not keep the command of the LORD, and also consulted a medium, seeking guidance. He did not seek guidance from the LORD. Therefore, the LORD put him to death and turned the kingdom over to David the son of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God’s Freedom Of Choice Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014
    based on 2 ratings
     | 18,769 views

    Have you ever thought about how through the centuries God has preserved the Jewish people and they have maintained their identity even though they have been scattered all over the planet Earth? Why? Because God preserved them.

    INTRODUCTION Today we are going to be talking about the sovereign selection of God, the Grace of God, the gracious character of God. You know there is so much in the Bible I do not understand, but I just accept it and believe it. I don’t have to understand it for me to believe it. I heard ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Do You Want To Go Away As Well?

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 2, 2015
     | 8,843 views

    When adherents and members leave the fellowship of a congregation, how should we respond? We find guidance for our response in the actions of the Master.

    JOHN 6:60-71 DO YOU WANT TO GO AWAY AS WELL? “When many of his disciples heard [Jesus’ describing Himself as ‘the Bread of Life’], they said, ‘This is a hard saying; who can listen to it?’ But Jesus, knowing in himself that his disciples were grumbling about ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Peril Of Proud Praying! Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Mar 31, 2003
    based on 567 ratings
     | 107,980 views

    The parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector is an interesting lesson about pride and humility, which raises three questions: (1) Why did you come to church? (2) What is your attitude in church? and (3) How will you go home?

    The Peril of Proud Praying! Luke 18:9-14 by Dr. David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION A man with three sons inherited a little over $1 billion dollars. Since he now had all this money, he offered to buy his sons anything they wanted. He stressed money was no object. His first son said he had always wanted ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Promise Of Answered Prayer Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 31, 2011
    based on 20 ratings
     | 61,720 views

    God loves to answer prayer when we want what He wants.

    The Promise of Answered Prayer Jeremiah 33:3 Rev. Brian Bill 7/31/11 Some of us find ourselves in precarious positions, like these guys up on the screen. While most of them seem to have chosen these circumstances, many of us have not asked for what we’re going through. We’re out on a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Goodbye Saints" Romans Pt 23 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 17, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,032 views

    Roman’s 16 challenges us to develop relationships within the Body of Christ with other Saints and to build them up in Christ. We also learn that we must be alert and watching to make sure that no one is allowed to cause division within the Kingdom of God.

    “Goodbye Saints” Romans pt. 23 Thesis: Roman’s 16 challenges us to develop relationships within the Body of Christ with other Saints and to build them up in Christ. We also learn that we must be alert and watching to make sure that no one is allowed to cause division within the Kingdom of God. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Tipping Sacred Cows

    Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 2, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,977 views

    A sermon addressing the need to change church as usual.

    -I want to talk to you about transitions that need to happen in the church world. In the process I am sure I will TIP SOME SACRED COWS! • Citipoint is in a time of transition • At the same time the church, as a whole, is in a time of shifting… o From affluence to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The "I Can't" Believer Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 24, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,475 views

    There are professing believers that steal the joy and klll the fellowship of a congregation by being so unwilling to do anything b/c they disagree with what or how things are being done...

    Sermon Brief Date Written: August 19, 2009 Date Preached: August 23, 2009 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: Murder and Robbery in the Fellowship! Sermon Title: The “That’s Not My Gift” Believer! Sermon Text: Mark 5:1-20 [NASB] Introduction: So far over the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Bearing With One Another Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 29, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,314 views

    Because Jesus bears with us, we can bear with one another.

    Several weeks ago, Edgewood hosted a simulcast event from Voice of the Martyrs called, “Imprisoned for Christ,” featuring three men who were jailed for Jesus. We were urged to pray for persecuted believers to remain firm and faithful. During this event, I learned of a brand-new book by Todd ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Gift Giving Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Brian Harvison on Jul 5, 2016
     | 4,960 views

    Second in the series about spiritual gifts, focusing on the serving gifts. We look at 1 Corinthians 12:4-9 and Romans 12:7-8

    Gift Giving Part 2 Serving Gifts 1 Corinthians 12:4-9; Romans 12:7-8 Do you know what the hottest toy is this year? Maybe you remember some from years past The Razor scooter was one A few years ago the state of the art Tickle Me Elmo was a huge one There seem to be stories every year about people ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living In God's Will Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 24, 2015
     | 6,404 views

    The Apostle Paul knew the 1) Priority of (Romans 15:25–28) & 2) Prosperity of (Romans 15:29 ) Living in God's Will.

    Open Doors International released its World Watch List earlier this month, ranking the top 50 most dangerous and difficult countries for Christians to live in. “We have seen the sharpest jump in violent attacks against Christians in the modern era,” says Curry, estimating that upwards ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Are You Ready For The Rapture? Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 15,076 views

    When the bodies of believers are raptured, they will become like the resurrected body of Jesus.

    INTRODUCTION A nervous young preacher was preaching his first sermon. His topic was the Second Coming of Christ. He quoted from Revelation 22. He ran toward the edge of the platform and said with great enthusiasm, “Behold, I come quickly!” But he lost his train of thought and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Will Give You More Than You Can Handle Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jun 25, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 26,429 views

    God will give you more than you can handle, but He will never give you more than He can handle.

    No More Than You Can Handle 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 Rev. Brian Bill June 24-25, 2017 Last weekend we considered the context of this text from Joshua 1: “Be strong and courageous” and learned 5 leadership lessons. • Submit to the Purposes of God • Seize the Promises of God • Stand on the Precepts of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Remember Your First Love Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 2, 2026
    based on 1 rating
     | 694 views

    Faithfulness to Christ is not measured by how much labor we do for Him, but by how deep our love is for Him and others.

    Remember Your First Love Revelation 2:1-7 Rev. Brian Bill January 31-February 1, 2026 A couple months ago, we received a notification from the Quad Cities Times that Edgewood was voted the “Best Place to Worship” for 2025. At first, I smiled, and then I immediately became uncomfortable because ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Do You Want To Be Healed?

    Contributed by John Knight on Jul 16, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,809 views

    The Hope that is found in Christ.

    Do You Want To Be Healed? John 5:1-9 Introduction: Hope. It is one of the most integral aspects of humanity. It is what drives us. It gives life purpose and pizaz. Political emphasis on social security, education, medicare, environment These are important because in them we hope for a ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness