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  • Opportunistic Infections

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Oct 15, 2012
    based on 44 ratings
     | 15,608 views

    Life can cut you wide open. More dangerous than the cuts of life, is the very real danger that spiritual bacteria will take advantage of the situation and turn a person from God.

    Opportunistic Infections An opportunistic infection is an infection caused by pathogens, that take advantage of certain situations. These infections usually do not cause disease in a healthy host, a compromised immune system, however, presents an "opportunity" for the pathogen to infect. Today ...read more

  • Paul's Concern For Teaching Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 16, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,141 views

    Paul was concerned about the spiritual maturity of these believers in Colossae...

    Colossians 1:24-29 October 17, 2012 Oak Park Baptist Church – Wed Bible Study Series Colossians Bible Study Paul’s striving for the spiritual maturity of the church: Paul has been encouraging the members of the church in Colossae to remain faithful to the gospel that they 1st heard from ...read more

  • Family Strong: Finances Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Feb 26, 2015
     | 5,145 views

    The scriptures address one of the most troubling issues of marriage.

    Family Strong: Finances Matthew 6:19-24 Please be patient with the message today. It is one of our least favorites, typically. But before we begin, I am going to ask Stephen to come and share a testimony. • Stephen’s Testimony • In Family Strong, we have discussed the marriage ...read more

  • Redeemed By Grace Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Feb 27, 2015
     | 6,980 views

    Grace is received at salvation and every day of the believer's life. It is the way to victory.

    Redeemed by Grace Ephesians 1:7-10 As usual, I am very excited about this sermon from Ephesians 1. I suppose most pastors feel that way from week to week. Ill. I am reminded of the three boys at school who were bragging about their daddies. One said, “My dad scribbles a few words on a piece ...read more

  • Sanctified Sins

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Mar 4, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,524 views

    Sins of the sanctified and what to do about them.

    “Sanctified Sins” March 8, 2015 Philippians 1:27 “Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in the one Spirit, striving together as one ...read more

  • Fire! Fire! Fire!

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Mar 13, 2015
     | 12,542 views

    God wants for us the fullest, richest and deepest life we can have because he loves us. In return, he expects us to do Christ's work in this place, and in our own generation. In his name and by his power, we are to confront the world of evil.

    Three men died and were waiting to receive entrance through the Pearly Gates. The first man said to St. Peter, "I was a preacher of the gospel, serving faithfully for over 50 years". Peter told him to step aside for further consideration. The second man said, "I was also a preacher of the gospel; I ...read more

  • God’s Lost And Found Department

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Mar 17, 2015
     | 8,788 views

    God loves everyone, especially the "wrong crowd". He wants us to know the joy of a life lived in God. He invites us to join Him in the great treasure hunt-the hunt for lost souls-and bring the great treasure to Him when we have found it.

    A minister died and was waiting in line at the Pearly Gates. Ahead of him was a guy who was dressed in sunglasses, a loud shirt, leather jacket and jeans. Saint Peter addressed the guy, "Who are you, so that I may know whether or not to admit you to the Kingdom of Heaven?" The guy replied, "I'm Joe ...read more

  • The Wounds Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Mar 17, 2015
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,031 views

    I would propose to you that Jesus means for the Communion service to be a lot more than just a religious observance, but to keep fresh in our minds the act of sacrificial love He has for us.

    Title: The Wounds of Christ Theme: Remembering His Cost was Our Gain Introduction: When I first got started in the Arabian Horse business, my parents and I attended a special coronation celebration for a beautiful Arabian Stallion. On a Saturday night, in Lincoln, Nebraska we sat in a large ...read more

  • Anointing Christ Series

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Mar 29, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,987 views

    Christians grasp the truth of Jesus Christ being King as well as Savior they want to live a life that says, "Hosanna, Blessed is he comes in the Name of the Lord!" Anointing Jesus as the king of their lives."

    Title: Anointing Christ Theme: Truths in the Triumphal Entry Series: Easter Season Messages Listen as I read John 12:1-13, “Six days before the Passover, Jesus arrived at Bethany, where Lazarus lived, whom Jesus had raised from the dead. Here a dinner was given in Jesus' honor. ...read more

  • The Charge Of A Disciple Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 29, 2013
     | 5,171 views

    In his resurrection and appearance to the disciples and through the Day of Pentecost, Jesus accomplished two things: He gave them their mission and empowered them for it and He created His Church, the body of Christ.

    The Charge of a Disciple Matthew 28:18-20a They found themselves wrapped in darkness, hiding behind locked doors and wrestling with their lost dreams and how things could have gone so horribly wrong. Just three years prior, a stranger walked up to them and uttered three words which forever changed ...read more

  • Crises Of Being A Father

    Contributed by Dan Santiago on Oct 17, 2013
     | 6,208 views

    This sermon says that we should honor the father because of the many crises they need to overcome.

    CRISES OF BEING A FATHER Luke 15:11–32 (NIV) ILLUSTRATION Bill Cosby once observed, "If the new American father feels bewildered and even defeated, let him take comfort from the fact that whatever he does in any fathering situation has a fifty percent chance of being right." The reason I ...read more

  • Getting Much Sleep Lately? Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 14, 2013
     | 6,328 views

    A study of Psalm 4 verses 1 through 8

    Psalm 4: 1 – 8 Getting Much Sleep Lately? 1 Hear me when I call, O God of my righteousness! You have relieved me in my distress; Have mercy on me, and hear my prayer. 2 How long, O you sons of men, will you turn my glory to shame? How long will you love worthlessness and seek falsehood? ...read more

  • The Grumbling Of A Warped Generation Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Nov 20, 2013
     | 5,090 views

    God's plan, Our example and witness, Joy

    Philippians 2:12-18 (p. 819) November 24, 2013 Introduction: I can remember hearing this quote...”You can only see the stars shimmering when it’s dark.” And I have to tell you “I’ve seen some stars shine in my life.” “Melvin...wasting away with ...read more

  • God's Body Building Program Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Greg Carr on Nov 20, 2013
     | 5,910 views

    A study about the church and a challenge to be a part of it.

    Two friends were coming out of church one day, and the preacher was standing at the door as he always is to shake hands. He grabbed one of the friends by the hand and pulled him aside. The Pastor said to him, "You need to join the Army of the Lord!" The person replied, "I'm already in the Army ...read more

  • Jesus Christ--The Cornerstone Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 25, 2013
    based on 8 ratings
     | 42,986 views

    A spiritual temple requires a very specific kind of building material. It is to be built of living stones—the very lives of those who have become spiritually alive through faith in Jesus Christ. Such building must begin with Jesus for He alone is the foun

    1 PETER 2: 4-6 [Renewing Hope Series] JESUS CHRIST--THE CORNERSTONE [Matthew 7: 24-27 / Ephesians 2:20--22] God has called us to the life of building, not destroying. After Peter has instructed us to rid ourselves of evil and to grow up in our salvation, he proceeds to tell us how to do that. ...read more