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Seasons Of Hope

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Apr 7, 2010

God wants to resurrect hope in your life today!

Seasons of Hope Intro: It seems that one of the vital components of this life we live is the ability to hope and to dream. You might call it having ambition, aspiration, vision, plans, goals, endeavors, or whatever, but it usually starts very early in life. Even as children we dream of the way ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Plans Of Our Hearts

Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Apr 9, 2010

Some think they have a grasp on their future and what is best for them. Truly only God knows what is best for us, we must concede to His leadership.

THE PLAN OF OUR HEARTS It has been over 4 months since I have preached a sermon, For ten years I preached almost every week, sometimes two different messages and at least four revivals that I can remember doing. Being away from the pulpit has made me long for the Word, presented with passion, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love In The Dark Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 10, 2010

If we truly love God and people, then we exalt the Savior, not ourselves, and give everything we have even when the days are dark.

A father passed by his son’s bedroom and was astonished to see the bed nicely made up and everything neat and tidy. Then he saw an envelope propped up on the pillow. It was addressed, “Dad.” With the worst premonition, he opened the envelope and read the letter with trembling hands: Dear Dad, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:35-44

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Watching Your Words Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Apr 13, 2010

God wants our words to be a source of blessing to Him and to those around us.

Watching Your Words James 3:1-12 Intro: James has already mentioned the need to watch what we say. In the first chapter of James he said James 1:19 “Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry.” Also, James 1:26 “If anyone considers himself ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Influence Of One Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Apr 13, 2010

Christians are to be the salt of the earth. 1. Salt is essential for LIFE 2. Has MEDICINAL properties 3. Is a PRESERVATIVE 4. Was used to promote HEALTH 5. Can kill WEEDS 6. Has the power to MELT ICE 7. Promotes THIRST

The Influence Of One Have you ever wondered how much influence one person can have? A guard standing on a city wall can sound an alarm and wake a whole city to respond to what otherwise would be certain destruction. One good man may be the means of safety for thousands. A little influence can ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Beginning Of… Deliverance Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 22, 2010

God delivers his people by a mighty hand and outstretched arm.

Scripture Introduction Near the end of his life, Moses exhorts the congregation to faithfulness by reminding them of God’s great work of salvation in their lives. Deuteronomy 4.34: “Has any god ever attempted to go and take a nation for himself from the midst of another nation, by ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sizzling Evangelism Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Apr 26, 2010

Our life and witness should be a sweet aroma of Christ... so much so that we draw others to Him!

Sermon Brief Date Written: April 26, 2010 Date Preached: April 25, 2010 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: Evangelism 101 – A Course in Obedience Sermon Title: Sizzling Evangelism Sermon Text: Psalm 34:1-8 [NASB] Introduction: This morning I want to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

A Messiah Who Blesses Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 19, 2009

If we want to truly be followers of Jesus, we must be willing to transcend the standards of an ungodly society.

A Messiah Who Blesses Text: Matt. 5:1-12 Introduction 1. Illustration: Dietrich Bonheoffer in his book, The Cost of Discipleship, begins with "When Christ calls a man, He bids him come and die." a. What should we die to? Should we die to self? Should we die to our sin? Should we die to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

A Rebuke Turned Back Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 22, 2009

Jesus turns from silence about His achievements to open speaking about His death. He will not follow the ambition path, the pleasure path, or the easy spirituality path.

You can admire Jesus, you can think well of Jesus, you can even love Jesus. But you cannot domesticate Him, you cannot tame Him, you cannot make Him sweet and nice and pretty. He is who He is and He says what He says, and sometimes it’s hard to take. In my experience, just about everybody out ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Baptist

From Sadness To Singing

Contributed by J. Allen Lucas on Mar 25, 2009

It is normal to fell forsaken when we feel forgotten and all of our efforts seem to be useless. But there is One who is touchable and approachable when we’re struggling with feelings of infirmity.

From Sadness To Singing Psalm 13:1 How long wilt thou forget me, O Lord? for ever? how long wilt thou hide thy face from me? [2] How long shall I take counsel in my soul, having sorrow in my heart daily? how long shall mine enemy be exalted over me? [3] Consider and hear me, O Lord my God: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Lesson Learned The Hard Way Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 30, 2009

In this lesson King David learns that we must learn and obey the commands of God. Unfortunately, he learns that lesson the hard way.

Introduction: A. I love the old story of the man who bought a horse from the preacher. 1. The preacher told the man that it was a great old horse, but it had a few quirks. 2. The most important thing to remember is that the horse won’t go unless you say, “Praise the Lord,” and the horse won’t stop ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Grace In The Middle Of Grief Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Mar 30, 2009

Both of our texts describe persecuted believers.Is persecution something that we should avoid or embrace? In a minute I will attempt to answer that question, but before I do let’s see what we can learn about persecution.

Revelation 7:1-17; 14:1-5 Purpose: To highlight God’s grace toward His faithful followers. Aim: I want the listener to rejoice in the advantages of persecution. INTRODUCTION: Last time, we finished looking at the first six seals (or chapters) from the sacred book that only the Lamb of God could ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Dealing With The Stones Of The Wicked

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Apr 9, 2009

Wickedness is an abomination unto God, so are they which practice it.

DEALING WITH THE STONES OF THE WICKED Dr. D. K. Olukoya Psalm 74:20: “Have respect unto the covenant: for the dark places of the earth are full of the habitations of cruelty.” This means that there are places on earth that are dark and the Bible recognizes them. The only place on earth that light ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 74:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

"The Language God Speaks" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Aug 10, 2008

Sermon 1 in a study in Hebrews

“God, after He spoke long ago to the fathers in the prophets in many portions and in many ways, in these last days has spoken to us in His Son, whom He appointed heir of all things, through whom also He made the world. And He is the radiance of His glory and the exact representation of His ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-3

Denomination: Orthodox

Nehemiah - Vision To Victory Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Aug 17, 2008

Message on how God used Nehemiah and wants to use each of us to do extraordinary things for Him

Nehemiah – From Vision to Victory Discover your Passion Dive into Prayer Recognize God for Who He is Repent of your sins Remember God’s Promises Request Specific Help Don’t let your Position Hinder you Slide We are back this week into our series From Ordinary to Extraordinary. Have you ever ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational