Sermons on Persecuted Church:

Dangerous Deceiver Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 1, 2015

Don’t be deceived by false teachers. Don’t be fooled by their words. Don’t be fooled by their works, and don’t let them dominate your life.

Harold Urey, a nuclear physicist from the University of Chicago, played a key role in researching the potential of the atom. As a result, he was invited to speak all over the world. He had a chauffeur who took him to his various banquets and engagements, but before long he got tired of giving the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:11-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Fatherhood: 101

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jun 21, 2016

Many people have written books on parenting. Dr. Dobson is popular among Christian parents. Dr. Spock was popuIar when I was young. Parents have looked to different sources for instructions on how to rear their children but what does the bible say?

FATHERHOOD: 101 Many people have written books on parenting. Dr. Dobson is a popular one among Christian parents. I was told I was raised on Dr. Spock. Parents have always looked to different sources for instructions on how to rear their children. The bible has some good instructions for us ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:18-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Can You See The Signs?

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jun 27, 2016

Tesla song-signs, signs, everywhere signs. There are signs everywhere; some literal and some spiritual. It pays to heed both kinds. Ace of Base song-I saw the sign and it opened up my eyes. Hopefully when we see the sign from God it will open up our eyes.

CAN YOU SEE THE SIGNS? INTRODUCTION: Tesla song Signs-signs, signs, everywhere signs. Ace of Base song I saw the sign-I saw the sign and it opened up my eyes. There are signs everywhere; some of them literal and some of them spiritual. It pays to heed both kinds; especially the spiritual. And ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Certain Salvation For Christians

Contributed by Dennis King on Jul 5, 2016

Psalm chapter 145 verse 14, “The Lord upholds all those who fall and lifts up all who are bowed down.” For salvation do we have to memorize the Bible? No! Must we obey all 613 Commandments of the Jewish Mitzvot or the 10 Commandments? No!

Are you uncertain about your salvation? Are you consumed with doubt, fear, anxiety or troubled emotions? Can you deny you've never thought of the afterlife in Heaven or Hell? People standing at the open edge of a grave oftentimes think of these things. Can you honestly say you're not fearful of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Ask, Seek, Knock Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jul 8, 2016

What does Jesus mean by ASK, SEEK, KNOCK? 1. ASK - Acknowledge our need and be ready to receive transformation 2. SEEK - Become an active partner with the LORD in your life 3. KNOCK - Be Ready to Welcome and Go through God's Open Doors

Luke 11:1-13; Psalms 138; Genesis 18:20-32 Theme: ASK, SEEK, KNOCK What Does Jesus mean by telling us to Ask, Seek and Knock? Proposition: What does Jesus mean by ASK, SEEK, KNOCK? 1. ASK - Acknowledge our need and be ready to receive transformation 2. SEEK - Become an active ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Nazarene

Sanctified Saints Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 17, 2016

Sanctification can be a very intimidating word. But why is that? What does it mean? And how can I be "sanctified?"

Do you remember your days in High School? Do you remember being asked questions on tests and you didn’t know the answer? What did you do when that happened? (Some left the space blank, others made it up) Well, here are actual answers given by High School students to real test questions. I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Kingdom Will Not Continue

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 27, 2016

To show that GOD made us in His image, in the image of grace, not a kingdom of works and performances but of power.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a self-made man? No. I'm made by grace. 2 Corinthians 12:9 (Amplified Bible) But He said to me, My grace (My favor and loving-kindness and mercy) is enough for you [sufficient against any danger and enables you to bear the trouble manfully]; for My strength and power are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Only Christ Matters Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 8, 2016

I honor Jesus as holy when I fear the displeasure of God more than I fear the disdain of man

ENGAGE/TENSION Last week someone submitted an anonymous question/comment on the sermon that read: I’ve become a very angry believer, I look all around and see only Satan taking over this world. Just once do I want to see God do a mighty thing. It’s like he isn’t here ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-17

Denomination: Baptist

Love Is Not Irritable Or Resentful Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 8, 2016

When I love like Jesus loves I love even those I don’t like

ENGAGE Imagine with me a courtroom in which a defendant stands accused. The prosecutor goes at that defendant with everything he’s got. He paints the man as a treasonous liar who is intent on destroying societal values and stirring up trouble. His arguments are heated, vindictive and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-36

Denomination: Baptist

Love Does Not Rejoice In Wrongdoing But Rejoices With The Truth Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 8, 2016

When I love like Jesus loves I am gratified when grace triumphs over guilt

ENGAGE Whenever I’m driving and someone goes whipping by me at well over the speed limit or is constantly cutting in and out of traffic or runs a red light, my immediate thought is “I sure hope there is a policeman in the area to catch that person”. And on those rare occasions ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Hebrews- Part 6- " There Has To Be A Pony In Here Somewhere" Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Aug 15, 2016

Part 6 of our Hebrews study- Optimist or Pessimist in Christ?

Hebrews – Encouragement for a life of Faith Part 6 “There has to be a pony in here somewhere” Hebrews 6:18-19 Have you ever stopped to consider the difference between an optimist and a pessimist? There was a research team at a college who received a grant to study just that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:11-20

Denomination: Baptist

Discipleship - It's Not What You May Think Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 19, 2016

In this passage Jesus shares with us the true meaning of what it takes to be His Disciple. It's not an A, B, C formula.

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33 Title: Discipleship - It's Not What You May Think Proposition: In this passage Jesus shares with us the true meaning of what it takes to be His Disciple. It's not an A, B, C formula. INTRO: Grace and peace from God our Father and from His Son Jesus Christ ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33, Luke 14:25

Denomination: Nazarene

Hebrews- Part 7- " I May Not Be Perfect But I Know Someone Who Is" Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Aug 19, 2016

Part 7 deals with Jesus as our high priest

Hebrews- Encouragement for a life of Faith Part 7 “I may not be perfect but I know someone who is” Today we are going to continue with our study of the great book of Hebrews This study has been a heck of a ride Prayerfully the writer and I though his words have caused each of us ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:23-28

Denomination: Baptist

Gold Medalist In Swimming Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 27, 2011

A study of chapter 25 verses 1 through 12

Isaiah 25: 1 – 12 Gold Medalist In Swimming 1 O LORD, You are my God. I will exalt You, I will praise Your name, for You have done wonderful things; Your counsels of old are faithfulness and truth. 2 For You have made a city a ruin, a fortified city a ruin, a palace of foreigners to be a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 25:1-12

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Honor God – He Will Honor You Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 9, 2011

When we need to assemble a new product, we should always go to the 'instructions' and when we need to live worthy of the calling of Christ in our lives... we need to go to the instructions. Paul paints a picture here of how Christ IS the instruction for h

Sermon Brief Date Written: August 5, 2011 Date Preached: August 7, 2011 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series from Philippians Sermon Title: Honor God – He Will Honor You Sermon Text: Philippians 2:5-11 [ESV] Introduction: How many people here LOVE to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist