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  • Ovidiu Radulescu avatar

    Modern Idolatry (2) Series

    Contributed by Ovidiu Radulescu on Aug 30, 2010
    based on 56 ratings
     | 16,573 views

    "...punishing the children for the sin of the fathers to the third and fourth generation of those who hate me, but showing love to a thousand of generations of those who love me and keep my commandments". Three-four generation vs. a thousand of generatio

    ILL. A certain credit card company has a commercial set in the board room of some international corporation. A merger is in progress. The CEO says: everything is set to be finalized on the 28th. The janitor, who happened to sweep around, turns & says, "Sorry, I’m only available on the 12th. There ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Climbing Higher

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Sep 9, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,746 views

    Satan wants to keep us from making progress in our spiritual life. With the Lord’s help, though, we can keep on climbing. To avoid sin’s tragedy, learn Satan’s strategy.

    Opening illustration: Pastor Dale Kurtz laughed so hard that his sides ached. He was watching a frustrated squirrel trying to climb the metal pole supporting a bird feeder. The squirrel repeatedly got part way up, then slowly slid down the pole in a heap. In describing this incident, Kurtz wrote, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Sterling Franklin avatar

    Despite Persecution, Live As Common-Sense Christians! Series

    Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Sep 3, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,983 views

    Despite Persecution, we are called to live as Christians in a corrupt world. Peter tells us to maintain Christian conduct, to live wisely (with common sense), and to fear God instead of man.

    Text: 1 Peter 3:8-14 8 Finally, all of you be of one mind, having compassion for one another; love as brothers, be tenderhearted, be courteous; 9 not returning evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary blessing, knowing that you were called to this, that you may inherit a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Mystery Of The Church: Act 5 Series

    Contributed by David Heflin on May 17, 2011
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,867 views

    This sermon tells the story of how God planned for the church at just the right time and how the church today makes the manifold wisdom of God known to the heavenly powers.

    The Mystery of the Church—Act 5 Eph. 3:2-11 5/15/11 3KCOC Introduction: George Brumfield tells the story. A few months back, some of us were gathered on these front pews on my right to witness the baptism of Blake Martin. George was doing the baptizing and before Blake up for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Warnings And Instructions From Proverbs

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 5, 2010
     | 9,979 views

    Proverbs 28 is filled with words of warnings and instructions. The wise take heed, warnings are given, so we might know how to handle certain situations, and to keep us away from danger. Instructions are here, so we might understand the how do’s. (The dos

    Warnings and Instructions Proverbs 28:1-28 The wicked flee when no one pursues, But the righteous are bold as a lion. 2 Because of the transgression of a land, many are its princes; But by a man of understanding and knowledge Right will be prolonged. 3 A poor man who oppresses the poor Is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Body Behavior

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 4, 2010
    based on 11 ratings
     | 18,764 views

    Paul told Timothy in 1Timothy 3:15, “I have written so that you will know how people ought to act in God's household.” Proper church behavior includes Accountability, Compassion, and Transparency.

    Body Behavior: How to Act in God’s Household 1 Timothy 3:14-15 Introduction: Paul told Timothy in 1Timothy 3:15, “I have written so that you will know how people ought to act in God's household.” While there are right and wrong ways to act when attending church services, Paul is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim White avatar

    Getting Into The Game Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Apr 16, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,613 views

    Here is a story that was not content sitting on the sidelines and watching life go by. Despite his obstacles, he got into the game.

    Getting Into The Game Of Life Mark 10:46-52 • “Well, beat the drum and hold the phone - the sun came out today! • “We’re born again, there’s new grass on the field. • “A-roundin’ third, and headed for home, it’s a brown-eyed handsome man; • “Anyone can understand the way I feel. • “Oh, put me in, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jofrey Bustamante avatar

    Facing The Challenges Of 2010!

    Contributed by Jofrey Bustamante on Jan 8, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,543 views

    So much for the past year! But, considering the tide of events, it seems we will be facing greater challenges this year. Let’s gear up!

    Introduction: Two teenage brothers grew up as hooligans in a slum, making a living as couriers of illegal substances traded in the streets. These egocentric thugs religiously kept their dodgy earnings and shrewdly started their own illicit modus operandi until they became self-made millionaires ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    According To Herod Series

    Contributed by David Cain on May 4, 2013
     | 7,097 views

    The slaughter of the innocents was a dreadful historic moment but how did Herod see it?

    According to Herod Lord, direct me in my speaking that those who hear may learn more of your love for us and your expectations of us. Amen. It’s not easy being a King; let me tell you! After more than 30 years of constant challenge to my authority as the King of the Jews, let alone what it ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Who Is Wise Among You? Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 14, 2012
    based on 156 ratings
     | 24,454 views

    James gives an additional description of the truly wise person versus the unwise person. 1- The wise person is marked by good 2- The unwise person is tainted by evil 3- The wise person is stirred by heaven

    INTRO.- ILL.- An angel appears at a faculty meeting and tells the dean that in return for his unselfish and exemplary behavior, the Lord will reward him with his choice of infinite wealth, wisdom or beauty. Without hesitating, the dean selects infinite wisdom. "Done!" says the angel, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mike Parry avatar

    Stumbling Series

    Contributed by Mike Parry on Mar 8, 2012
    based on 41 ratings
     | 48,965 views

    Jesus uses a child to point to His spiritual kids and the importance of not causing them to stumble. To avoid stumbling we are to guard others and discipline ourselves.

    “Stumbling” Matthew: King and Kingdom FCC – March 4, 2012 Text: Matthew 18: 6-10 Introduction: Turn in your Bibles to Matthew 18. This chapter is one of four major sermons of Jesus in Matthew. Matthew 18 has been called by many the “Discipleship Discourse.” In ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jon Lipka avatar

    Team Of The Shrewd

    Contributed by Jon Lipka on Apr 1, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,077 views

    People of this world are shrewd in their secular dealings, and Christians can likewise be shrewd in their spiritual development, not at the expense of virtue but in pursuit of it.

    Yesterday morning, I went outside to cut the grass. I put on my jeans and a ratty old aloha shirt. I put on my yard work shoes, my hat and sunglasses, and my big yellow ear muffs. I climbed up on the tractor, pulled out of the garage. BOY, it was a beautiful day. I ride down to the end of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Chris Surber avatar

    Thanksgiving And Prayer Series

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Oct 14, 2012
     | 6,369 views

    Our identity is in Christ. Our spiritual power is as strong as is our understanding of that truth.

    Outline I. Series Introduction a. Background: Who, What, When, Where, Why – v.1-2. II. Introduction III. Transition a. Paul found his identity in Christ. He presses the church and us to likewise find our identity in Christ, as highlighted in the text. IV. CIT/CIS: Finding Identity in Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Bobby Stults avatar

    A Deeper Look: Verses 5-7 Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 15, 2014
     | 6,397 views

    Tonight we look deeper into v5-7 of Jude's letter to the church. Here Jude gives illustrative examples of just WHAT happens to those who rebel against God's plan or God's order of things... Let's take a look!

    Sermon Brief Date Written: July 16, 2014 Date Preached: July 15, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (Wed - PM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Deeper Look: Key Verses Sermon Title: Verse 5-7 Sermon Text: Jude 1:5-7 [ESV] Introduction: 5Now I want to remind you, although you once fully knew it, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Darrin Fish avatar

    What’s Your Destiny In Life?

    Contributed by Darrin Fish on May 7, 2014
     | 4,938 views

    We were born again to be God’s children. Children of the King. He chose us to live a higher and holier life. That’s the kind of life that honors Him most. And that’s our destiny!

    What’s your destiny in life?  Did you know what your destiny was when you graduated high school?  Did you know what you were going to do,  where you were going to work,  where you were going to live,  And you knew beyond the shadow of a doubt all ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church