Sermons on Speaking In Tongues:

Abandoned At Birth-5 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 1, 2016

5 of ? Jesus’ encounter with Nicodemus yielded the essentials of being born again/from above. Being born again is essential to God’s plan. But what does it take to be born from above? Those born from above, Abandon...

ABANDONED At BIRTH-V—John 3:1-21 Concessions For New Birth Attention: No Opener Used—Reiterated past points. OR The internet company ‘LetGo.com’ Their TV commercials visit the absurdity of holding on to certain things. Likewise, when you are saved/born again/born from ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

2 Thessalonians 2

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 3, 2016

Concern and Comfort

2 Thessalonians 2 - Concern & Comfort - 7/17/16 Turn with me to the book of 2 Thessalonians, chapter 2.  We’ve been looking at the book of 2 Thessalonians, which is a letter from the Apostle Paul to Christians in a town in Greece called Thessalonica.  It’s a town that is still in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hebrews- Part 17 " That's All Folks" Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Nov 5, 2016

Wrap up of our Hebrews series

Hebrews – Encouragement for a life of faith Part 17 “That’s all folks” Today we are going to wrap up our Hebrews series As with many of our other sermon series This one has been quite a ride When we began this series I figured we would be here about 6-7 week then move ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Our Role?

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jan 5, 2017

In this passage John the Evangelist reveals to us our role - TO BE A WITNESS. To tell others 1. That Jesus came to take away sin 2. That Jesus is the Only Son of God 3. That Jesus will baptize us with the Holy Spirit

Scripture: John 1:29-42 Title: What is Our Role? Proposition: In this passage John the Evangelist reveals to us our role - TO BE A WITNESS. To tell others 1. Jesus came to take away sin 2. Jesus is the Only Son of God 3. Jesus will baptize us in the Holy Spirit INTRO: Grace and ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-42

Denomination: Nazarene

Sixth Seal Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 12, 2017

The martyrs cried, “Avenge us!” but the unbelievers on earth will cry, “Hide us!” The opening of the “sixth seal” will produce worldwide convulsions and catastrophes, including the first of three “great earthquakes."

By: Tom Lowe Date: 11/17/2015 Title: (19) Sixth Seal: Cataclysmic Disturbances (Revelation 6:12-17) Revelation 6:12-17 (KJV) 12 And I beheld when he had ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Worship--As It Was Meant To Be Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Jan 12, 2017

For once, Jesus is worshiped appropriately and publicly for who He actually was. Authentic worship results in our obeying Jesus completely, loving others impartially and praising Him wholeheartedly, and when we do, the world asks, Who is This?

Eyewitness to the Messiah Worship—as It Was Meant to Be Matthew 21:1-11 In this fallen world, we all experience some good news, and then some bad news. Sometimes they good news and the bad news comes at the same time. Here are a few examples of what can happen for pastors. Good News: The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Bible Church

Seven Angels Prepare To Sound Their Trumpets Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 17, 2017

In Revelation, “trumpets” primarily announce impending judgment. The “trumpet judgments” are of greater intensity than the “seal judgments,” but not as destructive as the final “bowl judgments” will be (16:1-21).

By: Tom Lowe Date: 2/2/2016 Title: Seven Angels Prepare to Sound Their Trumpets (Revelation 8:2-6) Revelation 8:2-6 ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 8:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Darkness Of Sin

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Oct 2, 2015

A message that deals with the pull and the destruction of sin in a life.

THE DARKNESS OF SIN TEXT: Exodus 1:8-11 Exodus 1:8-11 KJV Now there arose up a new king over Egypt, which knew not Joseph. [9] And he said unto his people, Behold, the people of the children of Israel are more and mightier than we: [10] Come on, let us deal wisely with them; lest they ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 1:8-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Turning Our Failures Into Victories Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Oct 25, 2015

Failures can be transformed into victories if we only learn how to persevere and correct our mistakes. In this study, we will look on how Joshua faced his past failure and conquer that small city of Ai resulting into deeper commitment to serve God.

Have you ever failed before? Of course, we all do because we are human beings of flesh and blood. We all face failures in life. We all have failed at some point in life. But it is what you do after you failed that counts. Because there are people after failing lose sight of the goal, never correct ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 8:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene

Direct Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 24, 2017

Raising G-Rated kids requires instruction that shapes the will without breaking the spirit

[Playground study video] Some of you may be wondering what fences on playgrounds have to do with raising G-Rated Kids in an X-Rated World. But as we’ll see this morning, in spite of the fact that it is counterintuitive to our own natural thinking, establishing fences, or boundaries, in the lives ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4, Ephesians 6:1-9, Ephesians 6:4

Denomination: Baptist

Grace, Faith And The Walk Of Holiness

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Mar 1, 2017

In our passages we see that 1. Our Spiritual Journey starts with GRACE 2. Our Spiritual Journey continues through FAITH 3. Our Spiritual Journey continues in a WALK OF PROGRESSIVE HOLINESS

Scripture: Romans 4:1-5; 13-17; Genesis 12:1-4; John 3:1-17 Psalms 121 (Call to Worship) Title: Grace, Faith and the Walk of Holiness In our passages we see that 1. Our Spiritual Journey starts with GRACE 2. Our Spiritual Journey continues through FAITH 3. Our Spiritual Journey ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-17

Denomination: Nazarene

The Superiority Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 17, 2017

Only those who accept the cross of Christ as the payment for their sins will receive eternal salvation.

The Superiority Of The Cross Text: Heb. 9:11-28 Introduction 1. "In the Cross is salvation; in the Cross is life; in the Cross is protection against our enemies; in the Cross is infusion of heavenly sweetness; in the Cross is strength of mind; in the Cross is joy of spirit; in the Cross is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-28

Denomination: Methodist

How To Be Content

Contributed by Jeff Poor on Mar 27, 2017

If I’m not content with where I am and what I have now, I won’t become content when I get “_________”

Title: Love Where You Live Text: Philippians 4:4-12 Bottom Line: If I’m not content with where I am and what I have now, I won’t become content when I get “_________” Intro Good morning Real Life! I hope you all had a great thanksgiving with plenty of family, friends, food, and of course football! ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-12, Psalm 34:17-20, Matthew 6:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Counter-Cultural Christianity: Homosexuality Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 26, 2015

We must be biblically correct, not politically correct.

Counter-Cultural Christianity: Homosexuality Rev. Brian Bill January 24-25, 2015 Opening Video: “Love Defined” An unloving group that calls themselves a church and uses the name Baptist is spreading a message of judgment and hatred in the QCA this weekend by picketing and protesting ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Fear Thru The Sound Judgment We Have In Christ Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jan 30, 2015

Overcoming fear can only be accomplished by relying on God's power and love to strengthen us and guide us, and it allows us to have sound judgment in our walk. When we rely on the God's power/love we WILL make sound judgments in our walk in Christ!

SERMON BRIEF Date Written: January 22, 2015 Date Preached: January 25, 2015 Church: OPBC (AM) Sunday FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Title: Overcoming Fear thru Discipline/Focus Text: Nehemiah 4:1-14 (ESV) ETS: Here we find Nehemiah using discipline to help the people overcome their ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-14

Denomination: Baptist