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  • David Owens avatar

    Trusting In God Alone Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Aug 13, 2012
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     | 23,615 views

    King Ahaziah learns the hard way that seeking help from any other god than the Living God is not a good idea. We must put our trust in the Lord alone, and we must never seek help from occult sources or any other source.

    Introduction: A. The story is told of a frog who went to see a fortune-teller to learn about his future. 1. Gazing into her crystal ball, the fortune teller said to the frog, “You are going to meet a beautiful young woman. From the moment she sets eyes on you she will have an insatiable ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Cure For Weariness Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 17, 2012
     | 9,471 views

    If you want relief from your weariness, don’t get busy; get help! Get help, first of all, from Jesus Himself, then from those He has placed in your life. Give God the praise, and give others the power.

    This last week, I came across some notes supposedly found on hospital charts, and I thought you might enjoy them as I did: • The patient refused autopsy. • Note: Patient recovering from forehead cut. Patient became very angry when given an enema by mistake. • Patient has chest ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Holy Spirit And You: Turning A Sinner Into A Saint Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Mar 2, 2014
     | 5,357 views

    After examining 5 works of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers, this sermon examines two broad works of the Holy Spirit to turn a sinner into a saint.

    The Holy Spirit and You: Turning a Sinner into a Saint Series: Acts, #5 Chuck Sligh March 2, 2014 A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon upon request by emailing me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Initial text: Acts 1:8, [Please turn in your Bibles to John ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Betrayal & Burlap Series

    Contributed by Josh Foster on Mar 12, 2014
     | 6,177 views

    In the wrinkles of this tragedy, God is present and working. He’s working to bring about His good and see His plans realized. It may not be a pretty picture at this point. But that just goes to show how broken our world is - and how persistent God is.

    God in the Ebb & Flow of Life: Betrayal and Burlap Scripture Text: Genesis 37.18-35 INTRODUCTION Last-week, I tried to lay the ground-work so that we would have a realistic picture of Joseph’s family-life. It isn’t pretty!... ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Don’t Wrestle Just Nestle! Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 14, 2014
     | 9,534 views

    We are not to get over worried. Leave the worrying to God. Commit your way to God. Roll everything onto Him. Do your duties and enjoy His blessings. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Lord Can Be Trusted (vs 1-11). (2). The Lord Understands Your Situation (vs 12-20). (3). The Lord Blesses His People (vs 21-31). (4). The Lord Judges The Wicked (vs 32-40) SERMON BODY: ill • I would guess that we are all familiar with the Dutch Christian Corrie ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Stealing And Labor Series

    Contributed by Arthur Miller on Mar 15, 2014
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     | 4,863 views

    We here the phrase I can't afford to work. The implication is that if I work I will earn less than not working. Eph. 4:28 says that is stealing! The reason I believe many hold this wrong concept and steal is they do not understand God's design for work.

    Passages from the NIV on Bible Gateway Introduction Have you ever wished that you had grown up in the first century; being a part of the church at the very beginning? Being in the crowd as the apostles are preaching on the day of Pentecost hearing them speak in our own language. After hearing ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    If I Knew Then What I Know Now

    Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Mar 19, 2016
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     | 13,390 views

    If the Prodigal Son could sit down and talk with you today, I'm sure it would start with the declaration "If I Knew Then What I Know Now"...

    NTRO: 1. Sometimes I look at my kids and say “You just don’t know how good you’ve got it. a. ILL. Wouldn’t it be great to step back to a time where… Decisions were made by going "eeny-meeny-miney-mo." Being old, referred to anyone over 20. Having a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Good Friday - Jesus Wasn’t Lost For Words

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Mar 28, 2016
     | 6,382 views

    A Good Friday sermon, looking at the last 7 words of Jesus on the cross.

    Good Friday - March 25, 2016 - Jesus Wasn’t Lost for Words - Scripture: Various Gospel Accounts What do you do when you’re lost for words? This is Coventry Cathedral in Coventry, England. These are photographs before World War 2. Nice, big church. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus Before The Council Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 16, 2016
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     | 9,311 views

    The religious trial of Jesus in Luke 22:63-71 shows us the charge against Jesus.

    Scripture Jesus was betrayed by Judas and arrested by the religious authorities in the Garden of Gethsemane on the Mount of Olives. He was taken to the high priest’s house where Peter denied knowing him three times before the rooster crowed. Then Jesus was subjected to an illegal, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    What To Do With A Slap In The Face

    Contributed by John Perry on Jul 27, 2011
     | 5,824 views

    What do you with a slap in the face? When Someone treats you badly, betrays you, offends you or humiliates you, what do you do, how do you respond when someone gives you a slap in the face?

    Bunbury Wed pm 27/07/2011 “What to do with a slap in the face” Intro: *** As you all know Vergel & Lee have just recently moved into town & a new residence. They are now going through what we all hate about moving – trying to get everything in place / order again! One of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Spiritual Weapons

    Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jul 28, 2011
    based on 54 ratings
     | 55,084 views

    For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh.“For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds.

    Beloved, the thrust of our message today is that our weapons of warfare are not carnal, and fights with our adversaries are never in the physical but in a realm that is invisible to the naked eye. Therefore I implore you to open up your spirit as you read through this message. It should be known ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Getting What You Came For

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Aug 3, 2011
    based on 11 ratings
     | 18,380 views

    Do you come to church expecting to meet with the living God or has it become dull and boring for you? Remember it is important to finish what you start, know what you want and get what you came for.

    GETTING WHAT YOU CAME FOR Ten-year-old Phineas longed to see his inheritance. The year was 1820. The day he was born, his grandfather had presented newborn Phineas with a deed to a sizable portion of Connecticut land called Ivy Island. Now Phineas was finally going to see it. Not every boy is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    What Is A Christian? Series

    Contributed by Allan Kircher on Aug 10, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,598 views

    Our Lord has warned us that no man, having put his hand to the plow, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God.

    Who and What is a Christian? Acts 11:19-30 Pastor Allan Kircher Series: Acts; God’s vision for Shell Point July 31, 2011 We are rapidly coming to the close of our study of the first part of the book of Acts. The first preachers of the gospel were dispersed from Jerusalem. POWER ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fellow Soldiers Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 19, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,193 views

    Paul wanted the Philippians to see two shining examples... one clergy and the other a layman, to share with them that God uses ALL people as long as they are willing and obedient!

    Sermon Brief Date Written: August 19, 2011 Date Preached: August 21, 2011 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series from Philippians Sermon Title: Fellow Soldiers in Christ Sermon Text: Philippians 2:19-30 [ESV] Introduction: Just what does it mean when we SAY ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Burning Bushes And Second Chances Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jun 8, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,507 views

    This sermon spends time at the burning bush and discusses the fact that failure doesn't disqualify us from God's service.

    Introduction: A. Maybe you have heard the story of the day that President George W. Bush was in an airport and noticed a man in a long flowing red robe with a long flowing white hair and beard. 1. The man had a staff in one hand and some stone tablets under the other arm. 2. George W. approached ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ