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  • Brian Atwood avatar

    7 Ways Jesus Is The Best Friend You Could Ever Have Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Apr 13, 2006
    based on 218 ratings
     | 133,739 views

    7 Ways Jesus is the best friend you could ever have.

    I hope you have enjoyed our celebration thus far but there’s one more part of the celebration we want to observe – and that is – reading about the resurrection from the Word of God, the Bible. Central to the message of Easter is the story of the resurrection of Christ from the grave. But this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Teach The Child Series

    Contributed by Patrick Berthalon on Jun 16, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,613 views

    Helps to Train Children

    The Bible, God’s inspired and authoritative Word, has a great deal to say about parenting, the home, and children. For a sampling, compare the following: (1) Psalm 128:1-4 teaches us that children are gifts and rewards from the sovereign hand of God; they are blessings and trusts from God. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Footprints Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Todd Stiles on Nov 29, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,472 views

    Discover the impact Mary’s faith had on her and how it is a model for us in unexpected times.

    “Footprints of Faith” Luke 1:26-38 [Come in from “Life of Mary” video clip] INTRO: When I think about Mary, one word blankets my mind: F-A-I-T-H! Every step of the way was a step of faith. Think about it – from… • The angel’s announcement • The public’s response • Joseph’s surprise • Joseph’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Walking In Obedience Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jan 29, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 20,307 views

    To walk in obedience means to walk in love.

    Introduction: A. The story is told about a groom, whom during the wedding rehearsal, approached the minister with an unusual offer. 1. “Look, I’ll give you $100 if you’ll change the wedding vows. When you get to the part where I’m to promise to ’love, honor and obey’ and ’forsaking all others, be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How Did Jesus Select His First Disciples?

    Contributed by Doug Morrell on Apr 12, 2005
    based on 54 ratings
     | 158,668 views

    How you can select disciples for the long haul, who produce into the fourth generation, and will preserve the gospel without alteration or addition.

    Today, many people think discipleship is only for the few, the brave, the select, but this is not the Master’s attitude. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God's Amazing Grace Series

    Contributed by Ron Murphy on Sep 10, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,990 views

    Salvation set us free. Then why do we try to prove our worth.

    Introduction: I. Are you a perfectionist? A. This is what my dictionary says the definition of Perfectionism is - 1. “The refusal to accept any standard short of perfection” and or 2. “The philosophy or doctrine that religious, moral, social, or political perfection is attainable” B. If ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Why Is It So Hard For Us To See?

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Sep 3, 2012
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     | 6,506 views

    How often do you find yourself in a position where you know what is right, but you don't do it... Society teaches us to seek for our own personal happiness and fulfillment, but Christianity is about service and obedience first... our fulfillment and joy c

    Sermon Brief Date Written: September 1, 2012 Date Preached: September 2, 2012 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Miscellaneous Sermon Sermon Title: Why Is It So Hard For Us To See? Sermon Text: Luke 12:54-59 [NASB] Introduction: Did you know that statistics ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Messiah Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 23, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,419 views

    If we want to be people of faith we need to put our faith to work.

    A Messiah of Faith Text: Matt. 8:1-17 Introduction 1. Illustration: One night, I had a wondrous dream; One set of footprints there was seen. The footprints of my precious Lord, But mine were not along the shore. But then some stranger prints appeared, And I asked the Lord, "What have we here?" ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Parable Of The Great Banquet Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 27, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 14,883 views

    God’s invitation is not for a select few, but is issued to all, however, one day God will withdraw that invitation and it will be too late!

    Sermon Brief Date Written: August 27, 2008 Date Preached: August 27, 2008 Where Preached: OPBC (Wed PM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Study of the Parables Sermon Title: The Parable of the Great Banquet Sermon Text: Luke 14: 15-24 (NKJV) 15 Now when one of those who sat at the table ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Legacy Of Hope Begins At Home

    Contributed by David Ferguson on Aug 25, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,324 views

    Life fulfillment and abundance is NEVER ultimately found in what we acquire, accomplish or achieve. It’s only found in the loving intimacy with God and others. The home the Lord builds is a home where people are the priority!

    Our Legacy of Hope Begins at Home Introduction: Recognize the longest married couple in the service and possibly the newest married couple. (Perhaps distribute a special gift of some kind) A question for married couples:For those of us who are married, what hope do we have that our marriage will ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Scratch Where It Itches Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Sep 15, 2010
     | 4,138 views

    What we feed our minds and hearts determines whether we live with covetousness or contentment.

    Law & Order: SPU – Scratch Where It itches” Ex. 20:17; Mt. 6:25-34; Phil. 4:10-13 A man was talking to his psychiatrist. He said, “I’ve been misbehaving and my conscience is bothering me.” The doctor responded, “And you want something that will strengthen your ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Supreme Sacrifice Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jun 27, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,301 views

    This is the second in a short series of messages adapted from David Platt's "Radical" series.

    Supreme Sacrifice Text: Luke 14:25-35 (Read Text and Open with Prayer) Now we read this text last Sunday and we talked about how if this Book is true, then it should impact the way we live our lives, the way we spend our time, the way we spend our money, and the way our church operates. We talked ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Brad Bailey avatar

    The Love Connection Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Nov 19, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,848 views

    We are often frustrated at feelings of distance between us and God, but often do not have lives characterized by loving others.

    The Love Connection Brad Bailey – October 19, 2008 Series: Becoming Friends with God I returned a week ago from Nepal… to be a part of… South Asia Vineyard Family Gathering. Included a few key Indian leaders… but mostly Nepali… about a quarter from the urban area of Kathmandu… many from NE India ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Love Connection Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 11, 2009
     | 5,112 views

    We tend to be most at peace with God… When selflessly serving… especially the poor… but even one’s friends and family. When sharing the love of Jesus with someone whose heart is open. When truly forgiving and extending grace to one who is indebted to u

    I returned a week ago from Nepal… to be a part of… South Asia Vineyard Family Gathering. Included a few key Indian leaders… but mostly Nepali… about a quarter from the urban area of Kathmandu… many from NE India border… and a majority from the villages that spread many miles up into the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Ruth - A Love Story

    Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Feb 18, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,857 views

    This is a Narrative sermon that retells the story or Naomi, Ruth and Boaz.

    TITLE: A Love Story Text: Ruth 1-4 Date: February 17,2008 Location: Sulphur Spring Introduction: Thursday was Valentines Day, the Day that we traditionally tell our spouses or those we love how much we love and care for them. I was listening to WAY – FM this week and one of the D.J.’s was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist