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  • Joseph Smith avatar

    The Holy Spirit In The Heart: When Words Fail

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 28, 2010
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    Delivered 1986: When we cannot express ourselves even in prayer, God's Spirit communicates what we cannot say. So also His Table opens up a channel of communication via the contrite heart and the broken spirit.

    Have you ever had this experience? You are caught up in a great debate, or maybe it's a discussion of some issue. You are quite sure you are right; you know, you just know, that what you think is the right way, and here you are, arguing your point. With power and passion you get right up to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Jesus Comes: No Fear

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 12, 2010
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    Christmas Day 1988: Jesus came into a world full of fears about economics, government, health, and the rest. Our pretty porcelain manger scenes are not realistic. But when Jesus comes today and works through us, He works to drive away all the fears that

    A certain family, a number of years ago, as was their custom, lovingly and carefully set out their beautiful porcelain nativity scene for Christmas. They were so very proud of this delicate, fragile thing of beauty; they had paid a good deal of money for it on a trip to Europe, and its value could ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • A. David Hart avatar

    How To Lose A Blessing In Three Easy Lessons Series

    Contributed by A. David Hart on Aug 28, 2007
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    TO SHOW THE LISTENER HOW JEALOUSY CAN BE A BLESSING LOSING EXPERIENCE.

    HOW TO LOSE A BLESSING IN THREE EASY STEPS Acts 13:42-52 My brothers and sisters there are many people around us that have fell to realize that by rejecting God’s word, they really chose to lose their blessing to receive eternal life as promised. In this so called ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    Long Distance Runner Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 20, 2007
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    As Christians, we are not sprinters, but long distance runners.

    Long Distance Runner Text: Heb. 12:1-3 Introduction 1. Illustration: You are a long distance runner You can feel the pain in your side Yet you must run on You are a long distance runner Keep your face in the wind And you’ll soon be home I can see the strain on your face Keep your eye on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Leo Launio avatar

    Generosity Pays—principles Of Faithful Stewardship

    Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 14, 2003
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    From the widow of Zarephath, we can learn important lessons about stewardship.

    September 14, 2002 I. Introduction: A. Tomb of the Unknown Soldier 1. The most famous American memorial for unidentified soldiers killed in combat is located at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia. 2. Though it was never officially named, the memorial has come to be known as the ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

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    Total Makeover Series

    Contributed by Gary Moore on Jan 21, 2008
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    Romans 12.1-2 exposition

    Romans 12.1-2 is a natural bridge between the two major sections of Paul’s letter. In light of what he has just said in the first 11 chapters about the mercies of God, he now makes an appeal to the Roman believers to live their lives in accordance with the grace they have received through faith. ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Travel Plans Series

    Contributed by Gary Moore on Jan 21, 2008
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    Paul ambition was to preach the gospel where it has never been declared.

    I make it my ambition to preach the gospel, not where Christ has already been named, lest I build on someone else’s foundation, but as it is written, “Those who have never been told of him will see, and those who have never heard will understand.” Paul concluded the main section of his letter ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Knowing The Will Of God #3 - Through Prayer And Fasting Series

    Contributed by Darren Rogers on Jan 29, 2008
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     | 13,441 views

    How serious are we about finding God’s will for our lives? How serious are we about praying in order to find God’s will?

    Knowing God’s Will Through Prayer and Fasting 27th January 2008 am Soon after Israel had invaded Palestine in the days of Joshua, they were fooled into signing an unscriptural peace treaty with a group of deceitful pagans. The cause for this tragic error is clearly stated in God’s Word – Joshua ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mushrooms Or Maple Trees: Sermon #6 Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Aug 6, 2007
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     | 2,918 views

    Jesus’ Church is to be a place where all humankind is received and welcomed with grace.

    Mushrooms or Maple Trees: Spiritual Growth as God Intended Sermon #6 Sermon Objective: Jesus’ Church is to be a place where all humankind is received and welcomed with grace. PRE-SERVICE INTRODUCTION We are in a sermon series called Mushrooms and Maple Trees. Mushrooms sprout up overnight and ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Jason Jones avatar

    An Equal Opportunity Savior Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 12, 2008
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    Exposition of the story in Acts 10 of Cornelius’ conversion and its ramifications of that upon the church as a whole

    Text: Acts 10:1-48, Title: An Equal Opportunity Savior, Date/Place: NRBC, 2/17/08, AM A. Opening illustration: A local business puts a sign in the window, stating the following: “HELP WANTED. Must be able to type, must be good with a computer and must be bilingual. We are an equal opportunity ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Holy Spirit Poured Out

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on May 27, 2008
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    The purpose of this sermon is to examine who the Holy Spirit is and how He works in the lives of believers. Thoughts taken from an article by Jack Hayford, "Symbols of the Holy Spirit."

    The Holy Spirit Poured Out Introduction We have been experiencing somewhat of a drought in that it has not rained significantly for some time. Evidenced by the fires in PB that destroyed 42 homes. Be thankful- the drought has not been as serious as many the world has experienced through history. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Martin Wiles avatar

    Grace And Victorious Living Series

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on May 9, 2011
     | 6,589 views

    We cannot live a successful Christian life without the presence of and dependence on God’s Spirit.

    Romans 8:9-17 Introduction: A. When we talk about the Holy Spirit or Holy Ghost, we enter an area uncomfortable for some Christians. B. Charismatic groups give great emphasis to the work of the Spirit while mainline Protestant groups avoid over emphasis for fear it will lead them into worship ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Victor Haynes avatar

    The Serious And Saddness Of Abortion

    Contributed by Victor Haynes on May 14, 2011
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     | 4,942 views

    The Importance of Human Life.

    The Seriousness and Sadness of Abortion Psalm 139: 13-16 How serious is the abortion issue in human society? When we understand the teachings of scripture we must conclude that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bobby Stults avatar

    ...who Is In Heaven... Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on May 19, 2014
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    To what/whom was Jesus referring when He says, "...who is in heaven..." in this prayer He is teaching to His disciples? It is none other than the Sovereign Lord of all Creation!

    Sermon Brief Date Written: February 12, 2014 Date Preached: February 12, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Study on the Lord’s Prayer Sermon Title: Who is in Heaven… (Sermon 3) Sermon Text: Matthew 6:9-13 [HCSB] Essence of the Text: Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    "What Did Jesus Say About Marriage?" (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 9, 2014
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    This sermon looks at Jesus' teaching about marriage & divorce

    “WHAT DID JESUS SAY ABOUT MARRIAGE?” Matt. 19:1-12 INTRO – Annual life insurance policy notice – “Note: A change in marital status could necessitate a new beneficiary designation. Please contact your agent if your marital status has changed.” I think we can ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist