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God’s Perfect Plan

Contributed by Dan Stires on Dec 7, 2011

God’s plan for our lives is not always going to be exactly what we think. But God’s Plan will always be Perfect for us! God’s plan for our lives is not always an easy one. But it is a plan that will become a blessing to many if we will obey that call.

God’s Perfect Plan? Scripture: John 1:6-8, 19-28 Scripture Reading: Matthew 1:18-25 There’s something special about Christmas pageants, even those in which everything seems to go wrong. I think you’ll like this story: A church tried to outdo the previous years Christmas pageants, so they ...read more

Scripture: John 1:18-25

Denomination: Nazarene

Jesus Says What?! (Murder) Series

Contributed by Tim Diack on Dec 12, 2011

Like the Pharisees we are often content to live out the letter of the Law but God is looking for the hearth that seeks to live out the spirit of His word. Living by grace is a higher calling then living by the Law!

Jesus Says What?! (Murder) - Matthew 5:21-26 - October 23, 2011 Series: Kingdom Life – A World Turned Upside Down #12 I had a great-uncle who served in the Royal Air Force during WWII. He had gone over to England to join up a couple of years before the war started. By the time war ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26

Denomination: *other

God’s Suffering Servant Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 23, 2011

If we want complete absolution for our sins and full recovery from our failures, then we must bow before Jesus as our Sovereign Lord, believe in Him who was scorned, bank on His substitutionary sacrifice; then we can benefit from his victory and success.

Max Lucado, in his book Facing Your Giants, talks about Rogers Cadenhead, who upon the death of Pope John Paul II, registered www.BenedictXVI.com as a new internet domain name before the new Pope’s name was even announced. Now, the right domain name can prove pretty lucrative. For example, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Sin Is Creepy! Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 15, 2010

Sin has crept its way into our society and it is driving God out and replacing God with evil ways. But Jude tells us to contend for the faith because sin always costs people their lives.

Sin is creepy! Series: Hey Jude! part 1 Open with video clip: You tube “What is Sin??” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZcSFWimRzY Thesis: Sin has crept its way into our society and it is driving God out and replacing God with evil ways. But Jude tells us to contend for the faith because sin ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

St. Patrick

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 15, 2010

Patrick role modeled for the Christian community what it means to forgive others. He also taught us that we have to follow the call of God because it will make a difference in this world. He became a hero by winning the Irish to Jesus Christ.

St. Patrick Opening Illustration: Play Celtic worship in the background for fellowship time. Thesis: Patrick role modeled for the Christian community what it means to forgive others. He also taught us that we have to follow the call of God because it will make a difference in this world. He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"A Messiah Who Sends Part 1: Preparing For The Journey" Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 17, 2010

Jesus gives us everything we need to be successful in ministry.

A Messiah Who Sends Part 1: Preparing For the Journey Text: Matt. 10:1-15 Introduction 1. Illustration: “[Most people] act as if they were simply dropped down in creation and have to entertain [them] selves until [they] die. But we [Christians] were sent into the world by God, just as Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

Ezra An Introduction To The Book

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 25, 2010

Introducting the book of Ezra

BOOK OF EZRA I. The Author of the Book. EZRA (Aramaic or Chaldee, ‏עֶזְרָא‎, ʿezrāʾ, "help"; a hypocoristicon, or shortened form of Azariah, "Yahweh has helped." The Hebrew spells the name ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Knowledge Of Scripture Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 18, 2010

Timothy’s knowledge of the Scriptures was pivotal/formative to his overcoming a hostile environment. Knowledge of the Scriptures is pivotal to our overcoming a hostile environment. How is it helpful? Pivotal to our overcoming a hostile environment is A

OVERCOMING a HOSTILE ENVIRONMENT-IV—2Timothy 3:10-17 A—IMITATION of APOSTLES-I-III(3:10-14) B—KNOWLEDGE of SCRIPTURES(3:15-17) Need: Knowledge of the Word of God can help us to Overcome a Hostile Environment. B— KNOWLEDGE of SCRIPTURES(3:15-17) Understanding the WRITTEN WORD(3:15-17) Timothy’s ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Good Times Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 21, 2010

A study of chapter 8 verses 1 through 23

Zechariah 8: 1 – 23 Good Times 1 Again the word of the LORD of hosts came, saying, 2 “Thus says the LORD of hosts: ‘I am zealous for Zion with great zeal; with great fervor I am zealous for her.’ 3 “Thus says the LORD: ‘I will return to Zion, and dwell in the ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 8:1-23

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Too Many Bills, Too Little Money Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on May 23, 2010

How do we overcome the stress caused by too many bills and too little money?

got stress? Too Many Bills, Too Little Money Slide Last week we began a mini-series on stress. We looked at being stressed out by the lack of time we seem to have to accomplish all that seems to be on our plates. We saw that we have to learn to prioritize the things that will help us fulfill our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Making Room For Mystery Series

Contributed by David Flowers on May 27, 2010

Part 7 in series Love Never Dies, this message looks at the mysterious sayings of Christ in this chapter and emphasizes the role of mystery in the life of faith.

Making Room for Mystery Love Never Dies, prt. 7 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers May 16, 2010 Today’s message is for anyone who might have had any concerns at all that in the past few weeks I have somehow slipped into heresy! I want to assure you that has not happened at all. I can ...read more

Scripture: John 6:28-66

Denomination: Free Methodist

Joseph: Favored Son, Hated Brother Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 15, 2010

In this lesson, we introduce the person of Joseph, telling a little about his family background that caused his brothers to sell him into slavery.

Introduction: A. This morning I want to start a new sermon series on the life of the Old Testament person named Joseph. 1. As we will see, he is a man of great faith, integrity and grace. 2. You might be surprised to know that the story of Joseph occupies more space in the book of Genesis than any ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Managing Money Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Jun 16, 2010

What is practically more important to us in this society than money and the things it can buy? Oh we might say that our family, or friendships, or health are more important, but is that what is seen in the way we live our lives day to day?

What is practically more important to us in this society than money and the things it can buy? Oh we might say that our family, or friendships, or health are more important, but is that what is seen in the way we live our lives day to day? Do our lives not look like they are more often devoted to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34

What Does Patriotism Have To Do With Serving God In America?

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 6, 2010

Being Patriotic is a good thing! We live in a blessed nation and should be proud of our country, but as believers in America we need to understand about the foundation of our nation to fully appreciate it and realize it was very much part of God's plan!

SERMON BRIEF Date Written: July 1, 2010 Date Preached: July 4, 2010 Church: OPBC (AM) FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Series: Special Events/Days Title: In America, what does Patriotism have to do with Serving God! Text: Hebrews 12:1-2 [ESV] 1 Therefore, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

It's Your Decision

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Nov 1, 2009

This is the sermon I preached at my cousin’s funeral. There were many there who was living in sin including gang members. It was the first time I’ve ever had to preach a funeral where there was doubt about the person’s salvation.

Eulogy: Your Decision Only Scriptures: Luke 16:19-31; Matthew 7:21-23; Hebrews 6:4-6 Introduction Would everyone please stand up? I want you to look around at the people you see here today. Remember their faces. Thank you, you may be seated. My heart is been heavy today as we come to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational