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Paul's Encouragement Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Sep 27, 2012

Paul understood the difficulties being experienced at the church in Colossae, but his letter begins with a word of encouragement and edification for the fellowship.

Colossians 1:3-8 September 26, 2012 Oak Park Baptist Church – Wed Bible Study Series Colossians Bible Study Colossians 1:3-8 [HCSB] 3We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, 4for we have heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love you have for ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

Please God

Contributed by Bala Samson on Oct 28, 2023

Whether we like it not we need to stay in that position until God speaks to us. Obeying God can be at times inconvenient, uncomfortable, unclear and difficult; however, we need to please Him in all ways.

Jeremiah 42:6” Whether it is pleasing or displeasing, we will obey the voice of the LORD our God…” At a time when I was groping in the dark to hear the voice of God about a particular issue that as a family we were praying, on a particular day, when I was inside the Church, God revealed His ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 42:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Promise Of Liberty-2 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 6, 2016

2 of 6. Peter revealed that a false liberty had been presented to the Church. The true Church yields to true liberty, but Why? We will examine 9 stipulations of true Liberty(God’s liberty)....

The PROMISE Of LIBERTY-II—2Peter 2:17-22 Attention: “It cannot be emphasized too strongly or too often that this great nation was founded not by religionists, but by Christians; not on religions, but on the gospel of Jesus Christ. For that reason alone, people of other faiths have been ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

Mobilized For Mission

Contributed by Dean Morgan on Sep 13, 2004

In case you haven’t realized it already we are engaged in a war. We are fighting for the souls of our children, our spouses, our neighbors, our fellow workers, our friends, and even our own souls.

TEXT: Joel 3:9 TITLE: MOBILIZED FOR MISSION NIV – “Proclaim this among the nations: Prepare for war! Rouse the warriors! Let all the fighting men draw near and attack.” TLB – “Announce this far and wide: Get ready for war! Conscript your best soldiers; collect all your armies.” “Make this ...read more

Scripture: Joel 3:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Will Be Beyond This Life?

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Sep 20, 2004

Heaven or Hell are the only choices

What will be beyond this life? MT. 25:32-34, 41, 46 When we look at life here we might wonder is this all there is. The bible is very clear in letting us know that this not the end of our lives but there is an after life. In the very beginning God created Adam and Eve to live forever for they were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:32-46

Denomination: Wesleyan

Our Hope Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on May 31, 2007

As Christians, we have a hope that no one can take away.

Our Hope Text: 1 Peter 1:3-5 Introduction 1. Illustration: We don’t have to go too far to find proof that our friends and neighbors need hope. People are drugging themselves, drinking too much, working too much, spiraling into depression, killing themselves and wanting to be euthanased all ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5

Denomination: Methodist

Part 2 Of Peter’s 2nd Sermon Series

Contributed by James Lee on Nov 4, 2014

Dealing with a number of issues at EBC led me to a series by Pastor Jerry Shirley which God has graciously allowed me to revise and use to speak to our congregation.

Acts 3:11-21 Last week we looked at the first part of Peter’s sermon and if you remember he told the people that they had desired a murdered, they had denied the Lord and they must decide to repent! In the second part of his sermon Peter makes 2 promises, if they will repent: Look at verses ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:11-21

Denomination: Baptist

Anger (Part 3): How Should We Handle Our Anger Rightly? Series

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Oct 13, 2021

After learning about factors that can cause anger and types of anger, today, we will learn how to handle our anger rightly. Some people manage their anger wrongly by denying it or suppressing it, or expressing it unwisely.

After learning about factors that can cause anger and types of anger, today, we will learn how to handle our anger. People dealt with their anger in many ways. For example, Thomas Jefferson said: "If you are angry count to 10 before you speak. If you are very angry count to 100." Mark ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31, Ephesians 4:29, Proverbs 24:11, 1 Samuel 11:6, Galatians 5:22-23, Proverbs 29:22, Proverbs 29:11, Proverbs 22:8, Proverbs 14:29, Proverbs 14:17, Proverbs 15:1, Ephesians 4:26-27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Climb Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 23, 2022

Ladders are useful tools in our daily life. However, if you haven’t learned the “Ladder Lessons”, then you won’t take advantage of their ability to take us to new heights.

I. Introduction I know ladders are not uncommon or awe inspiring. They are simply an everyday tool that we use to reach heights that we would otherwise be unable to reach. So, there is nothing really mind blowing about that. However, because they are so common and because most of you have used a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:8, 2 Corinthians 8:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Turbulence Calmed Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 22, 2005

Expository sermon dealing with how Jesus comforted disciples in their disappointment and revealtion concerning heaven.

Turbulence Calmed Fortifying the Foundations # 32 John 14:1-14[1] 4-11-04 “Do not let your hearts be troubled.” Jesus spoke those words to his disciples at a time when there were some good reasons to be troubled. This is the night before the crucifixion. Jesus has told them that he is going ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14

Denomination: Charismatic

Embracing Wisdom Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 27, 2008

To have wisdom we must develop the fear of the Lord, determine to get it, decide to ask for it, and then dedicate ourselves to Jesus.

Embracing Wisdom Proverbs Rev. Brian Bill 1/27/08 www.pontiacbible.org Pastor Scott Hoezee points out that 3,000 years ago in Ancient Near Eastern schools of wisdom, teachers would give final exams by stating the first half of a proverb and the students were required to complete the wise saying. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

When Life Really Gets Hard (Ii) Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 16, 2009

God gives wisdom to those who ask and enables them to successfully navigate difficult circumstances in life.

When Life Gets Really Hard (II) James 1:5-12 4-27-08 We are currently in the book of James, chapter 1. James begins this book with the subject of trials. Is anybody in a trial at this time in your life? Has anybody here walked thru a few valleys during your Christian journey? What is the one ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-12

Denomination: Charismatic

Two Witnesses And The Last Trumpet Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 6, 2018

Message 20 in our exposition of Revelation. This message continues exploration of the two witnesses.

The Revelation of Jesus Christ “Two Witnesses and the last Trumpet” Rev 11 Review I. PROLOGUE 1:1-20 (Things you have seen) II. Messages to the Seven churches 2-3 (Things with are) III. Last Days 4-22 (Things which are about to take place) A. Heavenly worship around the throne 4-5 B. The ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Worship God Selflessly Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 12, 2015

The biblical idea of corporate worship is not so much focused on what you get out of the experience. It deals more with what you give. Did you offer God the very essence of yourself?

Series: Victorious! “Worship God Selflessly” Revelation 4 and 5 Open Welcome to everyone here today. I’m glad that you’ve joined us today. We’re in a message series through the book of Revelation titled Victorious! We’re approaching this book of the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Strange Days In Jerusalem (Sermon 2) Series

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Aug 10, 2011

EASTER / LENTEN SERIES (See others posted) The cross was the intersection of all the great roads of history, theology and redemption! Time and eternity, God and man, divine sovereignty and human responsibility all intersect at the cross. Is it any wonder

Strange Days in Jerusalem The Six Miracles of Calvary Using the theme based on the book, The Six Miracles of Calvary, by William R. Nicholson Series Begins 2/28/2010 SERIES INTRODUCTION: 17 And he said unto them, What manner of communications are these that ye have one to another, as ye walk, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:38

Denomination: Baptist