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  • Michael Stark avatar

    Afflicted Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 11, 2020
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     | 5,271 views

    The Messiah has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows. What does that mean to us in our modern world? That is the question raised in this study of Isaiah's presentation of the Suffering Saviour.

    “Surely he has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; yet we esteemed him stricken, smitten by God, and afflicted.” [1] Christmas has traditionally been a time of festive joy. Families gather to feast and to exchange gifts, friends are invited to share in joyous, even raucous celebration, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stewardship Of Talents: Investing In The Kingdom

    Contributed by Ronald Moore on Nov 19, 2023
     | 1,661 views

    A passage that challenges us to reflect deeply on the stewardship of the talents entrusted to us by our gracious and generous God.

    Grace, mercy, and peace be with you, my beloved in Christ. Today, our hearts are invited to dwell upon a parable found in the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 25, verses 14 to 30. It is a passage that challenges us to reflect deeply on the stewardship of the talents entrusted to us by our gracious and ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Where Have You Hidden Your Treasure?

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 21, 2010
     | 5,495 views

    Stewardship of life is the aim of this message. Believers are challenged to consider the employment of their money, of their time and of their spiritual gifts.

    “Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Forty Days That Changed A Life. 3.

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jun 3, 2005
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     | 4,176 views

    Did you know that when Goliath appeared to Israel, he challenged Israel for forty days? So, when David went to meet Goliath it was after forty days of challenge.

    Forty days that changed a life. 3. First Samuel 17:45 -- 50. 06/05/05 This is our third sermon in our series titled forty days that changed a life. So, take your Bible and turn to first Samuel 17, and we are going to be talking about a story that is familiar to about all here. This story is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Glorify God In Your Body! Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jun 2, 2014
     | 9,745 views

    Paul challenged believers in Corinth to bring glory to God thru living spiritually disciplined lives and we are also challenged to glorify God thru living spiritually disciplined lives.

    Sermon Brief Date Written: May 28, 2014 Date Preached: June 01, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series in 1 Corinthians Sermon Title: Glorify God in Your Body! Sermon Text: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20 [ESV] TEXT: Essence of the Text: Paul challenged believers in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Church Leaders And Ethics

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Feb 23, 2013
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    Ministerial ethics are the standards, principles, and broad guidelines that Christian leaders must observe. Ethical practices are upright, honorable, moral, lawful, above-board, and full of integrity. The conduct and lifestyle of modern-day Christian

    Church Leaders And Ethics 1 Timothy 3:14-15 - These things I write to you….so that you may know how you ought to conduct yourself in the house of God, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and ground of the truth. Ministerial ethics are the standards, principles, and broad ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Occupy Till I Come

    Contributed by Mark Baker on May 30, 2008
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     | 137,940 views

    When you look at the modern church, you see it is busy as a whole, but are they accomplishing what God has given to them? Is the church occupying, or is it just setting on its laurels of past glories and waiting for the Lord to return? ...

    Luke 19:13 And he called his ten servants, and delivered them ten pounds, and said unto them, Occupy till I come. Other translations say; Do business - till I come. In other words engage in trade with what you have been given. Take what you have and put it to work. Stay busy with what I have ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Clean Hands And Defiled Hearts Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 18, 2017
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     | 15,273 views

    I fear too often we major on the minor things and neglect the greater aspects of our faith and service unto the Lord. Jesus confronted the hypocrisy and neglect of the Pharisees. This passage reveals similarities to the modern church.

    Clean Hands and Defiled Hearts Mark 7: 1-23 It has been a while since we’ve heard from the scribes and Pharisees, but they were a continual nuisance to the Lord as He ministered among the people. It appears they followed Jesus as often as they could, seeking any means to accuse Him and discredit ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Real Faith Faith Under Fire

    Contributed by Kelly Benton on Mar 3, 2026
     | 45 views

    James assumes something about the Christian life that modern Christianity often avoids: Faith will be tested. The question is not, “Will you go through fire?” The question is, “Will your faith survive it?”

    2 Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters,[a] whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. 4 Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. 5 If any of you lacks wisdom, you ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Finish The Race: A Life That Counts For Christ - Acts 20:24 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 20, 2026
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     | 400 views

    In the midst of that noise, we hear the voice of the apostle Paul — a man who discovered that life only makes sense when it is fully surrendered to Jesus Christ.

    Finish the Race: A Life That Counts for Christ - Acts 20:24 (NLT) Introduction — What Makes a Life Truly Count? Church, we live in an age obsessed with achievement, visibility, and personal fulfilment. The world asks, “How successful are you?” But Scripture asks a different question: “How ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Honor Your Father & Mother Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jul 3, 2022
     | 3,139 views

    Based on Ex. 20:12 - Sermon challenges hearers to consider how to honor parents for a lifetime.

    “HONOR YOUR FATHER & MOTHER” Ex. 20:12 FBCF – 7/3/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – Lot of talk in our tumultuous society these days about parents & kids. - The traditional nuclear family of a dad, mom, & kids is no longer seen as the only pattern for a family. - The legalization of gay ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is God Whispering To You Right Now? - 1 Kings 19:11–12 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 23, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 487 views

    God still speaks. And more often than not, His voice comes not in the thunder of grandeur, but in a whisper—gentle, yet profoundly life-changing.

    What is God Whispering to You Right Now? - 1 Kings 19:11–12 Introduction Today, I want to ask you a question that goes to the heart of your spiritual life: What is God whispering to you right now? In our modern world, noise surrounds us. The constant hum of notifications, the endless flow of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God's Preparation For Restoration Series

    Contributed by Ely Lambert on Feb 12, 2003
    based on 60 ratings
     | 11,849 views

    The first century church is the goal of restoration. Ezra gives a unique perspective on the goal of restoration, as Israel is in the mode of restoration. Biblical reasoning and understanding can be applied to our modern application of restoration.

    God’s Preparation for Restoration Ezra 1 Preached at the Laurel Church of Christ On February 9, 2002 Introduction: I. Nicknames are always of interest. A. In college, my classmates gave me a couple; one that has followed me is “Ely the Prophet.” B. A prophecy of mine came true. I am just kidding. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Soldier & The Leper

    Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Sep 10, 2002
    based on 48 ratings
     | 6,758 views

    This sermon begins a series of 5 sermons looking at people who encountered Christ personally and how their lives were changed. This sermon finds meaning in biblical healings for our modern life.

    Bibliography: Wesley’s Covenant Prayer, David Hoke on authority This evening we begin a new sermon series about biblical people who encountered Christ and how their lives were affected by the encounter. Over the next five weeks we will be looking at people from all walks of life that met with ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The First Missionary Journey Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jun 6, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 12,672 views

    Paul’s first missionary journey is a model for our own missionary endeavours in the modern world. God continues to call us to preach the gospel for thesame reasons as he did Paul.

    Why do Mission? One of the questions often asked by Christians over the last 30 or so years has been the question, "Why should we still be sending people out to preach the gospel to other nations and cultures?" Sometimes the question is asked in a slightly more negative way: e.g. "Do we have ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican