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  • John Lowe avatar

    Of Whom Shall I Be Afraid Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 17, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 16,547 views

    We all deal with fear, and in the time in which we are now living, fear is multiplied over and over. The warning to “fear not” is frequently repeated in Scripture. Fear is described as bondage, torment, and a snare.

    Of Whom Shall I Be Afraid Psalm 27 Written 9-11-06 First message in a series called “The Overcoming Life.” Introduction What makes you afraid? Darkness? But the Lord is your light. Danger? He is also your salvation. Lack of a basic need? He is your strength. Then why be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Gracious God Has Plans For You Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 20, 2015
    based on 6 ratings
     | 21,707 views

    Our Gracious God has plans for you - the Supernatural Stream of God’s Grace

    Our Gracious God has plans for you Jeremiah 29:11-29:13 It’s the first Sunday of June 2015, and this month we will be focussing on the Supernatural Stream of God’s Grace. Our God is a God of Grace and this morning I want us to consider: God’s Planning, God’s Purpose, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Overcoming Fear Thru The Love Of God Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jan 19, 2015
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    Paul instructed Timothy that in his Christian 'toolbelt' he had 3 tools by which he could overcome fear in his walk with Christ. The 1st of those tools we heard last week, it is the POWER of God! This morning we will look at the 2nd tool, the LOVE of God.

    SERMON BRIEF Date Written: January 17, 2015 Date Preached: January 18, 2015 Church: OPBC (AM) Sunday FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Title: Love Overcomes Fear Text: 1 John 4:10-19 (ESV) ETS: Scripture makes it clear that fear and love do not coexist. ESS: Today’s passage is clear to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prophecy

    Contributed by Sumeet Mj on Mar 10, 2015
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    God's Word is spoken with Prophetic Power. It is better to trust in His Word than to trust any other Assurance that is offered in this World. Learn more about how God's Word in its Power can transform your life.

    Genesis 2:19 Out of the ground the LORD God formed every beast of the field and every bird of the sky, and brought them to the man (Adam) to see what he would call them; and whatever the man called a living creature, that was its name. I sometimes wonder at the authority that Man had before his ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Blessing Of Brokenness Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 10, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,940 views

    If you want to be truly blessed and be a blessing to others, let God break you of your self-sufficiency and sin.

    Recently, I came across an interesting set of statistics on sanity. According to the study, one out of every four Americans is suffering from some sort of mental illness. Now, think of your three best friends. If they’re okay, then it’s probably you. (Rita Mae Brown, Church Champions Update, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Lesson: Ivd1 - Having Died With Christ To The World Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 14, 2019
     | 2,777 views

    The principle, "Do not touch, do not taste, do not handle" describes the whole negative character of legalism.

    12/22/18 Tom Lowe Lesson: IVD1 - Having Died With Christ To The World (Colossians 2:20-22) Scripture: Colossians 2:20-22 (NIV) 20 Since you died with Christ to the elemental spiritual forces of this world, why, as though you still belonged to the world, do you submit to its rules: 21 “Do not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Advent: The Promise Of Hope (With Communion) Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 25, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,133 views

    On the first Sunday of Advent, we focus on hope. Hope is powerful - the source of true, lasting hope is found in Jesus Christ.

    Advent: The Promise of Hope (With Communion) Theme: Jesus, the Light of the World, brings eternal hope. Introduction On the first Sunday of Advent, we focus on hope—the first candle we light in this season of expectation. Advent reminds us that we are people waiting for the fulfilment of God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Transformed By Truth: Understanding Jesus’ Ministry Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 25, 2024
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     | 804 views

    The transformative power of Jesus' ministry as illustrated in the Gospel of Mark and Matthew.

    Transformed by Truth: Understanding Jesus’ Ministry Introduction: Today, we delve into the transformative power of Jesus' ministry as illustrated in the Gospel of Mark and Matthew. Our key scripture passages are Mark 6:30, Mark 6:12-13, Matthew 14:21, and Mark 6:31 (NLT). These passages ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Go! And Rejoice In God’s Love - Zephaniah 3:17 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 10, 2025
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     | 1,372 views

    We serve a God who is not distant or indifferent—He is a God who delights in His people, who rejoices over us with singing.

    Go! And Rejoice in God’s Love - Zephaniah 3:17 Go! And Rejoice in God’s Love Zephaniah 3:17 We serve a God who is not distant or indifferent—He is a God who delights in His people, who rejoices over us with singing. Zephaniah 3:17 (NLT) declares: "For the Lord your God is living among you. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God Will Be With You

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Oct 22, 2025
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     | 198 views

    All through the bible we read and understand that God called people, but He also assured them that He would be with them. Irrespective of what our issues or situations are, we can hold on knowing with the assurance that the loving Lord Jesus will never leave us nor forsake us.

    For today’s meditation we will read Joshua 1:5, “No man shall be able to stand before you all the days of your life. Just as I was with Moses, so I will be with you. I will not leave you or forsake you.” (ESV) This were the words of God to Joshua as he assured him that He would be with him just as ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    How God Can Use Sickness And Healing To Work All Things Together For Good

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001
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     | 5,157 views

    None of us want to miss out on the wonderful things that God has in mind for our lives. Let us listen to what the Spirit of God is telling us through these examples as we filter them through our understanding of the scriptures. Throughout the ages we know

    How God Can Use Sickness and Healing to Work All Things Together for Good - Rom 8:28 None of us want to miss out on the wonderful things that God has in mind for our lives. Let us listen to what the Spirit of God is telling us through these examples as we filter them through our understanding ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Discern Between Essential And Non-Essential actions

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 18 ratings
     | 5,116 views

    1. The Holy Spirit gives us discernment between essential and non-essential actions through His still small voice of calm.

    1. The Holy Spirit gives us discernment between essential and non-essential actions through His still small voice of calm. David wrote, “Teach me to do your will, for you are my God; may your good Spirit lead me on level ground.” (Psalm 143:10) Listen to the Spirit’s voice in helping you determine ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Realize That God Is Greater Than Any Problem

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
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     | 8,945 views

    If you’re a worrier, there’s hope for you too! Rick Warren, author of The Purpose-Driven Life, wrote: "When you think about a problem over and over in your mind, that’s called worry. When you think about God’s Word over and over in your mind, that’s medit

    How the Holy Spirit Helps You Become Greater than Your Problem (Phil. 4:13) Illustration: Everyone worries occasionally, but I was once a "professional worrier." My daily preoccupation was mulling over my worries, one by one. Then one day I had to face an uncomfortable medical test, and I was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Can The Lord Help Us Find Comfort During The Loss Of A Dear Friend?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 28 ratings
     | 5,055 views

    How can we find comfort during the loss of a family member or friend? 1.

    How can we find comfort during the loss of a family member or friend? 1. Ask the Lord to be your comforter in times of grief. Paul writes, "Who comforts us in all our sorrow so that we can offer others, in their sorrows, the consolation that we have received from God ourselves." (2 Cor. 1 :4) 2. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How The Holy Spirit Leads Us To Trust God More Than People For Support

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 20 ratings
     | 8,608 views

    1. The Holy Spirit teaches us a great deal about man’s inferiority to God.

    1. The Holy Spirit teaches us a great deal about man’s inferiority to God. David wrote, "Give us aid against the enemy, for the help of man is worthless. With God we will gain the victory, and he will trample down our enemies." (Psa. 60:11) Ask the Lord to help you avoid any human dependency that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational