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Church: Where God Sets The Lonely In A Family Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014

The Bible teaches that the main reason we gather together as a church is to encourage one another.

INTRODUCTION This is the fifth message in the series from 1 Thessalonians entitled, “Finding Hope in a Hopeless World.” This message is entitled, “Church: Where God Puts the Lonely in a Family.” Over the past few years I’ve been devoting a lot of attention to what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:5-12

Denomination: Baptist

Running For The Prize Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 15, 2014

In order to reach people with the truth of the Gospel, we must be willing to accept 1) Self-Denial (v.19-23) and be willing to practice 2) Self -Control (v. 24-27)

After any election, like the recent municipal one, newly elected counselors have a particularly hard calling. They realize that not everyone voted for them yet they must work on behalf of everyone. In Corinth, Paul had the difficult task of working in two distinct cultures: that of Jewish ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-27

Denomination: Other

For Such A Time As This Part 2

Contributed by Greg Laurie on Feb 21, 2014

With every choice, we are either sowing to the flesh or to the Spirit!

Unchangeable Laws My wife came home from the market a while back and asked me to unload the car. We have an SUV, and when I opened it, one bag fell out to the ground. Now there were maybe ten bags inside which were full of cans, vegetables, boxes, etc. And in one bag, a carton of eggs. So which ...read more

Scripture: Esther 5:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Identifying The Competitors For Belief-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 25, 2014

3 of 4. John was approached by others regarding his spiritual niche. We must identify those competing for our belief. But How are we to identify them? Identifying competitors for your belief employs...

IDENTIFYING The COMPETITORS For BELIEF-III—John 1:19-28 Attention: Signs—What are they really trying to say? On a California freeway:—‘Fine for Littering’ In a New York jewelry store:—‘Genuine Faux Pearls’ In a Boston fast-food parking ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-28

Denomination: Baptist

Walking In The Light Series

Contributed by Tim Diack on May 20, 2013

John is going to share the things he’s heard from Jesus and he’s going to start with an understanding of who God is. God is light and in Him is no darkness at all. What does this mean for us?

Walking In The Light - 1 John 1:5-2:2 - May 19, 2013 Series: That We May Know – Life With Jesus - #2 We are going to continue with our series from 1 John this morning, but before we get into those verses I’m going to invite you to turn with me to another of John’s writings; ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-7

Denomination: *other

God Works All Things For Good Series

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Jan 1, 2014

CALL TO SEE GOD'S HAND BRINGING GOOD OUT OF EVERY LIFE SITUATION

Romans 8:18-28 – God Works All Things 18. For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us. 19. For the earnest expectation of the creature waiteth for the manifestation of the sons of God. 20. For the creature ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-28

Denomination: Church Of God

Moving Ahead – When You R Scared Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jan 3, 2014

So often we play things safe believing that if we 'stay put' and if we don't move... that all will be well, but that is FAR from the truth...

Sermon Brief Date Written: January 04, 2014 Date Preached: January 05, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Moving Ahead Sermon Title: Moving Ahead – When You R Scared Sermon Text: Acts 9:10-19 [ESV] Introduction: 10Now there was a disciple at ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:10-19

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Waste Your Year Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 4, 2014

Since our time on earth is limited, let's make the most of the time we have left.

Don’t Waste Your Year Ephesians 5:15-17 Rev. Brian Bill January 4-5, 2014 In November a man in Janesville, Wisconsin purchased ad space on a highway billboard and put up these words: “Enjoy life now: There is no afterlife.” In December, after this sign came down, two area ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17, Ephesians 5:18

Denomination: Baptist

Beautiful Inside And Out Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 12, 2015

A study of the book of Ester chapter 2 verses 1 through 23

Ester 2: 1 – 23 Beautiful Inside And Out 1 After these things, when the wrath of King Ahasuerus subsided, he remembered Vashti, what she had done, and what had been decreed against her. 2 Then the king’s servants who attended him said: “Let beautiful young virgins be sought for ...read more

Scripture: Esther 2:1-23

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Seven Biblical Principles To Fortify Faith Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Jul 4, 2015

Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving. (Colossians 2:6-7ESV)

There are seven vital Principles that Fortify Faith: Decisiveness, Diligence, Determination, Dedication, Discipline, Dependence and Discernment. Bible Reference (Colossians 2:6-7, James 1: 8, 1 Thessalonians 5:21, Proverbs 4:23, 1 Corinthians 2:2, Romans 12:1, 1 Timothy 4:7, John 15:5, 1 ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:3-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mystery Babylon In Assyria And Babylonia. Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Jul 5, 2015

"Babylon" adapts itself to every age, even creates the age, and moves easily from its ancient beginnings to world empires. We travel all the way to the Book of Daniel, Biblically, in this segment.

3: ENTER THE PATRIARCHS We are not totally aware of what Satan knew and didn't know, and how he planned his counter-attack on the design of God. But if God revealed to Adam that the "seed of a woman" will bruise the "head of the serpent" (Genesis 3:14-15), is there any doubt that Satan has a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 10:8-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Patience Is The Key Series

Contributed by Peter Toy on Jul 4, 2013

Patience is the key of making it through life.

Patience is the Key (Part 1) – James 5:7-9 August 12, 2012 Patience is the key of making it through life. Are you patient? There was a psychology experiment about patience. Young children were placed in a room and given one marshmallow. They were told that if they wanted to, they could eat ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-9

Denomination: Baptist

Alone With God Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Jul 6, 2013

C.S Lewis, in his book “Miracles” writes, “The presence of God is the most real thing we ever encounter.” Moses prayed, “If your Presence does not go with us, do not send us up from here”.Exodus 33:15

Open your Bible to the book of Exodus 33:13-20, and I would like for you to follow with me as I read from chapter 33 verses 13 to 15, “If you are pleased with me, teach me your ways so I may know you and continue to find favor with you. Remember that this nation is your people.” The ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:13-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Do Believers Deal With Homosexuality? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 8, 2013

The Supreme Court of our nation offered a controversial decision regarding marriage this past month, and it is setting up our culture to acknowledge a lifestyle that is contrary to God's Word. How do we respond?

Sermon Brief Date Written: July 05, 2013 Date Preached: July 07, 2013 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Biblical Truths for Societal Pressures Sermon Title: How Do Believers deal with Homosexuality? Sermon Text: 1 Tim 1:3-6 [HCSB] Introduction: I want you all to know ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

What Goes Around Comes Around Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 12, 2013

In this sermon we learn that God is sovereign and we can trust Him, and that God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.

Introduction: A. Let’s s begin this sermon with a simple riddle. 1. What do you call a boomerang that doesn't work? A stick. 2. Boomerangs are instruments that are usually made of wood, and are designed to circle back to the thrower. So, a good boomerang, in the hand of a skilled person, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ