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  • Ricardo Rodriguez avatar

    Precious Stones

    Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Jul 15, 2009
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     | 7,679 views

    I Pet 3:3-4 “3Whose adorning let it not be that outward adorning of plaiting the hair, and of wearing of gold, or of putting on of apparel; 4But let it be the hidden man of the heart, in that which is not corruptible, even the ornament of a meek and quie

    “Precious Stones” 11/26/2006 – Marsing, ID, 10/27/2007 – Caldwell, ID Ricardo Rodriguez – pastor_rr@yahoo.com I Sam 17:40 “And he took his staff in his hand, and chose him five smooth stones out of the brook, and put them in a shepherd’ bag which he had, even in a scrip; and his sling was in his ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Breakthrough Deliverer Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 17, 2009
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    About Jesus’ Kingdom ministry which confronts all who seek to contain it.

    Breakthrough Deliverer Series: Breakthrough - New Life through Jesus in the Gospel of Mark February 11, 2007 – Brad Bailey (NOTE: Portions of the notes below include sections of commentary by others which was never stated in full when taught but rather was placed in these notes as a source ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Have A Prodigal Child

    Contributed by Jim Nicodem on Jul 22, 2009
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    A message addressing how parents can love and help their prodigal or wayward son or daughter.

    INTRO: Franklin was a rebellious kid--even though his parents raised him with fair and loving discipline. -His dad, in fact, was a well-respected leader--consistently listed among the top 10 "most admired" people in the country! -When Franklin reached high school age, his mom and dad sent him to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    He Said/She Said Series

    Contributed by Emile Wolfaardt on May 7, 2009
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    (PowerPoint Slides and Cell Study Notes freely available by emailing Emile@Wolfaardt.com) Understanding and celebrating the differences between men and women...

    He Said/She Said Fireproof Your Relationships: Sermon One Ephesians 5:21-33 Good morning! Welcome to Fireproof - a campaign designed to strengthen marriages in the church and in the community. We started to look at marriages a few weeks ago, and if you missed those three messages I would strongly ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Jonah Makes A Comeback Series

    Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on May 25, 2009
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     | 7,759 views

    The campaign to reach the city of Ninevah was nothing less than the work of God since Jonah obviously had no heart for these people.

    Jonah makes a comeback Jonah 3 A man went to his doctor and said, "I don’t know what to do about my wife. She’s deaf as a doornail and she won’t do anything about it." The doctor said, "I’ll tell you what to do. When you go home tonight peek your head in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Temptation, Sin, And Consequences (Pt. 2) Series

    Contributed by David Owens on May 26, 2009
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     | 6,821 views

    Nathan confronts David. David repents, is forgiven, but must still face the earthly consequences of his sin.

    Introduction: A. The story is told of a young child at a Catholic school who went to confession. 1. Because the younger children at the parochial school often forgot their sins when they entered the confessional, the teachers would have the students write down a list of their sins. 2. As the boy ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Change In James

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on May 26, 2009
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     | 5,541 views

    Using the change seen in Jesus’ brother James, we show how that affects our changing & growing walk with Christ today.

    No matter where you are in your walk with Christ, you did not just suddenly appear there. No, you started as we all start; becoming aware of a need inside your heart that you probably could not explain. Then, you became aware of Jesus Christ, the One known as the Savior and how He could give ...read more

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    Painting God's Masterpiece Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on May 29, 2009
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     | 6,641 views

    This message focuses on the images we should be seeing versus what we are currently focusing on.

    Painting God’s Masterpiece Scripture: Genesis 1:3; 2:7; Ephesians 1:22-23; 2:10; Colossians 2:9-10; Introduction: Last week I introduced this message with an example of how important images are. I stressed the fact that we live by the fulfillment of images – meaning that the image we see in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Pick-Pocketed By The Past Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jun 1, 2009
    based on 27 ratings
     | 5,823 views

    Discusses how to move on from past sins and failures.

    Identity Theft…Pick-pocketed by the Past To defend ourselves from being pick-pocketed by the past we need to Receive God’s love Confess our sins Receive God’s forgiveness Accept God’s Purification Obey God’s Ways Slide Good morning The Story of Dave I want to begin this morning with a story ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Asleep At The Wheel

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jun 7, 2009
    based on 17 ratings
     | 6,753 views

    Jesus slept while a storm brewed. The disciples were so afraid that they let their fear overpower their faith - something we still fall prey to.

    LUKE 8:22-25 ‘One day, Jesus and His disciples got into a boat, and He told them, ‘Let’s cross the lake.’ They started out, and while they were sailing across, Jesus went to sleep. Suddenly a violent windstorm struck the lake, and the boat started taking on water and began to sink. They were in ...read more

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    The Power Of True Hospitality Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 11, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,974 views

    Our truest self lies not in autonomy but in relationship with God and others.

    We’re continuing in our series entitled “Living Beyond Self’… where we have considered the very nature of who we are and how we find ourselves. We’ve noted… Our truest self lies not in autonomy but in relationship with God and others…. and finds itself when given to these. So the ‘self’ grows ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Were You There? (Good Friday)

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 11, 2009
     | 11,030 views

    The following Good Friday service is developed around the theme “Were You There?” to help all identify with being a part of the events of Christ’s sacrifice.

    Were You There? Good Friday Service Written by Brad Bailey Westside Vineyard The following Good Friday service is developed around the theme “Were You There?” to help all identify with being a part of the events of Christ’s sacrifice. Below is a full version of the service including four ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Have You Forsaken Me? Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 12, 2009
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     | 10,314 views

    A message about one of the last phrases spoken by Christ; "Why have you forsaken me?"

    Why Have You Forsaken Me Series: The Last Words of Christ Brad Bailey – February 24th, 2008 Last words can often hold special significance. We can think of the last words spoken at the end of any conversation. They tend to define what lies between the two parties. The last words between a child ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Stubborn Are We? Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jun 16, 2009
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     | 6,077 views

    How stubborn are we as a fellowship? Are we going to continue to stand in God’s way? Or are we going to join Him in reaching this community with His forgiveness, love and salvation? Are you ready and willing to serve Christ “outside” your comfort zone? Pe

    Sermon Brief Date Written: May 13, 2009 Date Preached: May 17, 2008 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: Are We Ready to Love – Reaching Out? Sermon Title: How Stubborn Are We? Sermon Text: Acts 10:1-48 (ESV) entire chapter 28 And he said to them, "You ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unity In Diversity

    Contributed by Ryan Akers on Jun 22, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,512 views

    The church is made of completely different people and if we don’t embrace our diversity we will not survive. We must focus on living worthy of the Gospel instead of living for ourselves.

    Unity in Diversity Pastor Ryan Akers Good morning Sand Lake! Happy Father’s Day! I can’t tell you how excited I am to be here this morning to have the opportunity to share God’s Word with you. It’s been a really fun weekend getting to meet and know a bunch of you and then this morning trying to ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan