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  • David Dykes avatar

    A Sabbath Parable Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 31, 2011
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    God’s commandments aren’t to be a burden to us; they are principles help us enjoy life. And when we trust His Word, we experience His life-changing power.

    INTRODUCTION For the past year we’ve been studying the Parables and Miracles of Jesus in the Gospel According to Matthew. In this passage today, we are going to consider a Sabbath parable and in the next message we’ll consider the Sabbath miracle. Many people are confused about the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stand!! Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Sep 23, 2011
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    Society today has 'trashed' the man's role in the family and in society itself, but the main culprit has been men themselves, as we have abdicated most if not all of our leadership roles within the family and the church... Paul encouraged the believers in

    Sermon Brief Date Written: September 22, 2011 Date Preached: September 25, 2011 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series from Philippians Sermon Title: STAND! Sermon Text: Philippians 4:1-4 [ESV] Introduction: In our country today, men are ridiculed, down ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    Living To Please God (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Apr 23, 2012
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    This sermon continues and concludes the section of 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12 that I began last week. Paul gives three aspects of living a life that pleases God. This sermon covers the last two aspects.

    Introduction: A. Today I want to talk about living a life that pleases God. 1. Ultimately, living a life that pleases God will also be a life that will get the attention of others and will impact them. B. I like the story told about the person who visited the mental institution and asked the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Built To Last

    Contributed by H.b. Charles Jr. on Apr 25, 2012
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    "Built to Last" is an exposition of the Parable of the Two Builders. Sermon Point: The life that lasts is built on the word of God.Main ideas: (1) The life that lasts is built on a firm foundation. (2) The life that lasts is tested by severe storms. (3) T

    BUILT TO LAST Matthew 7:24-27 My father typically ended his sermons with an illustration, which he would introduce by saying: “If you miss my message, keep my story.” Of course, he did not mean that literally. This catchphrase meant that to get the point of the illustration was the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Spiritual Thermodynamics Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 4, 2012
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    We grow and multiply through faith, oppression, and obedience as God's ancient people did when they experienced harsh treatment in Egypt.

    In The Last Days Newsletter, Leonard Ravenhill tells about a group of tourists visiting a picturesque village. They walked by an old man sitting beside a fence, and one of them asked, “Were any great men born in this village?” The old man replied, “Nope, only babies.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Nothing But Slag

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on May 14, 2012
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    Set-backs can have a great purpose in fulfilling the will of God if we will allow them to work for us.

    Nehemiah 13:1-2 KJV On that day they read in the book of Moses in the audience of the people; and therein was found written, that the Ammonite and the Moabite should not come into the congregation of God for ever; [2] Because they met not the children of Israel with bread and with water, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    I Am The Good Shepherd Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 15, 2012
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    Fourth of a seven week series on the "I Am" sayings of Jesus.

    This week, more than two dozen people were arrested in connection with a $325 million counterfeit ring that was attempting to import knockoffs from China and Taiwan through a port in New Jersey. Among the fake items were counterfeit Nike shoes, Ugg boots, and Louis Vuitton, Coach and Gucci ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Nine Alarms That Have Went Unheard Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 28, 2012
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    Is it possible that an ancient Scripture holds a mystery that reveals America’s future? I believe the answer is “yes.” I believe that the mystery lies behind everything from 9/11, to the War on Terror, to the crash of Wall Street and the global economy,

    The Final Countdown Has Began Series (Four Parts) “Nine Alarms That Have Went Unheard” 1 of 4 Based upon Jonathan Cahn’s book & messages: “The Harbinger” February 12, 2012 Chester First Baptist Church, Chester, Illinois Dr. Mike Fogerson, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Two Are Better Than One

    Contributed by H.b. Charles Jr. on Jun 12, 2012
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    "Two are Better than One" is an exposition of Ecclesiastes 4:9-12. It teaches four reasons why two are better than one: (1) Two are better than one when you are work; (2) Two are better than one when you have fallen down; (3) TWo are better than one when

    TWO ARE BETTER THAN ONE Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 The Book of ECCLESIASTES is the sad sequel to the book of PROVERBS. The book of Proverbs primarily consists of wise sayings Solomon teaches his children that they may live godly and peaceful lives. But in Ecclesiastes, Solomon laments the fact that he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Becoming Men Of Excellence, Lighting Up The World

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 18, 2012
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    This is a Father’s Day sermon encouraging men to strive for excellence by fulfilling their needs for respect, for encouragement, and for a relationship with God.

    Becoming Men Of Excellence, Lighting Up The World 6/16/12 Joshua 1:1-9 Ephesians 5:25-6:4 I can recall a number of years ago I was having a conversation with one of the women in the fellowship hall. She was dressed extra nice that day and had her hair done very well. I said, “You ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Last Mountain Series

    Contributed by Grant Macdonald on Dec 6, 2011
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     | 6,183 views

    An advent message based on Rev 16. The message: Keep building your anticipation for Christ's return!

    "The Last Mountain" Dietrich Bonhoeffer is one of the best known theologians of the twentieth century. His book "The Cost of Discipleship" should be on every Christian's bookshelf. As most of you know, in 1943, Bonhoeffer found himself in prison. Eventually he would be executed for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Hotel Bethlehem Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 5, 2012
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     | 8,955 views

    Why Bethlehem - it was God’s plan and arrangement – He set everything in motion for it to happen right there in that town, in those conditions – it was in God’s eyes a perfect birth for the King of Kings. It was not a mistake or bad luck on the part of Ma

    Message: Hotel Bethlehem Scripture Text: “And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn” (Luke 2:7 KJV). Opening Introduction: It’s obvious from researching the times of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Victorious Sword

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012
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    One of David's seven swords that used him to advance in God's purpose.

    1 Samuel 17:49-51 KJV And David put his hand in his bag, and took thence a stone, and slang it, and smote the Philistine in his forehead, that the stone sunk into his forehead; and he fell upon his face to the earth. [50] So David prevailed over the Philistine with a sling and with a stone, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Fireproof Way For Marriages.

    Contributed by Allan Kircher on Jan 16, 2012
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     | 4,576 views

    The majority of arguments between husbands and wives  Have to do with disagreements over who is in charge of what in the relationship.

    A Fireproof way for marriages? Pastor Allan Kircher Shell Point Baptist church Ephesians 5:21-5:33 Introduction: In Successful Marriages, Spouses give up their rights for one another  wives give respect to their husbands  husbands give love their wives  spouses give Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Getting Our Feet Wet

    Contributed by Eugene Morell on Jan 20, 2012
     | 8,024 views

    This sermon is about following the Lord into a deeper walk

    GETTING OUR FEET WET REQUIRES SPIRITUAL PREPARATION. Joshua 3:1-17. 1. IN SPIRITUAL PREPARATION WE HAVE TO DECIDE WHAT IS BIGGER OUR OBSTACLES OR OUR VIEW OF GOD. Principle #1. Obstacles show us where we have placed our faith. Principle # 2. Obstacles show us whether we are willing to stay the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational