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  • Sterling Franklin avatar

    The First Sentence Of Titus Series

    Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Jul 2, 2010
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     | 6,702 views

    The first sentence of Titus highlights some power-packed truths about God, the Gospel, and our hope of eternal life through Jesus Christ.

    The First Sentence of Titus © Sterling C. Franklin, 2009 Free for use, but all rights reserved Text: Titus 1:1-4 --- Outline: Introduction: Context & Biography I. Verse 1: Aspects of Paul's Ministry A) Paul's status in his ministry 1) Apostle 2) Bond-servant B) Paul's ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Job: A Man Tried And True

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 7, 2010
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     | 8,812 views

    Using the life of Job as a backdrop, this message asked the question: "What would it take to make you stop serving God?"

    JOB: A MAN TRIED AND TRUE Copyright © July 2010 by Rev. Donnie L. Martin. All Rights Reserved. Text: Job 19:25-27 I. JOB’S CHARACTERISTICS A. He Was A Godly Man. B. He Was A Great Man. II. SATAN’S CONTROVERSY A. God Questions Satan. B. Satan Questions Job’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Seeking God's Guidance Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 25, 2010
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     | 19,204 views

    To find and know and live God

    SERMON BRIEF Date Written: July 7, 2010 Date Preached: July 11, 2010 Church: OPBC (AM) FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Series: Finding God’s Guidance in this World Title: Seeking God’s Guidance Text: Col 1:9-12 (ESV) 9 And so, from the day we heard, we have not ceased to pray for you, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Praying God's Will To Be Done

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 13, 2009
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    The necessity of prayer is examined in the light of two decisions God made about man at creation. (1) He made man in His own image with freewill capacity for moral choice (2) He gave man dominion over the earth.

    Praying God’s Will to Be Done Daniel 9:1-3 9-13-09 Intro In Dan 9:13 we have an amazing comment about the nation of Israel, “As it is written in the Law of Moses, all this disaster has come upon us; yet we have not made our prayer before the LORD our God, that we might turn from our iniquities and ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Crux Of The Matter

    Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Sep 28, 2009
     | 4,052 views

    The cross of Christ is the crux of our faith, the focal point of all we believe, and we cannot diminish its importance in our lives.

    The Crux of the Matter TCF Sermon September 27, 2009 (open with examples of language funnies from Engrish.com) I�ve always been fascinated by words and language. Since I was a little boy, I was always a good speller � in fact I was almost 8th grade spelling champ. Guess what word I missed? ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Complaints And Cravings

    Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Aug 4, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 18,684 views

    This is an age of negativism—of complaining, grumbling, and murmuring. No matter where we turn, people are being negative or complaining about something. They are complaining about work, school, wife, husband, parent, child, manager, personal hardships, f

    Complaints And Cravings STATING THE SCRIPTURES (Numbers 11:1-35) 1 Now the people complained about their hardships in the hearing of the LORD, and when he heard them his anger was aroused. Then fire from the LORD burned among them and consumed some of the outskirts of the camp. 2 When the ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    What Is Worship

    Contributed by Richard Cook on Aug 14, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,089 views

    One of the most misunderstood terms in our English language is the word “worship”. We often confuse the word worship with thanksgiving and praise. This sermon will help people to understand the difference.

    John 4:23-24 23 But the hour cometh, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father seeketh such to worship him. 24 God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth. INTRODUCTION There are many venues in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Make Your Move Part 4: Let The Church Move Out Series

    Contributed by Stephen Collins on Aug 19, 2009
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     | 7,888 views

    A church can only be what God has called them to be when everyone takes on their biblical role of, "minister." Based on a series of messages by John Maxwell, this message is about everyone doing their part in the body of Christ.

    Make Your Move Part 4: Let the Church Move Out Key Scripture: Colossians 4:7-18 Icebreaker: Today we’re wrapping up our series, Make Your Move. We’ve talked about how before God can use you for anything, you’ve got to let His Spirit move in and have control. We’ve talked about how God wants all ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    God Has Plans For You Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 6, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 22,506 views

    Looking forward to the coming year knowing that God has promised He has a perfect plan for each one of us. It may not be the plan we expect but it will always be the best plan.

    Well we have reached the final Sunday of 2009, for some 2009 has been a time of great blessing, for others a time of trial. For some 2009 has been a time of joy, for others a time of sadness. We have rejoiced in baptism, rejoiced as people have started worshiping with us or joined the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What’s For Dinner? - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 11, 2010
     | 13,788 views

    A study of chapter 3 verses 1 through 4

    Ezekiel 3: 1 – 4 ‘What’s for dinner?’ - Part 1 “1 Moreover He said to me, “Son of man, eat what you find; eat this scroll, and go, speak to the house of Israel.” 2 So I opened my mouth, and He caused me to eat that scroll.3 And He said to me, “Son of man, feed your belly, and fill your stomach ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The Spirit Of Life In Christ Jesus Series

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 2, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,482 views

    Romans Chapter 8 is designed to unlock the mystery and addresses the subject of the Spirit of Life in Christ Jesus and the difference Christ makes. Jesus Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit completely changes the life of every believer. Believers

    The Spirit of Life in Christ Jesus Romans 8:1-2, 11 “There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death.….But if ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Ring Around The Myrtle Bush Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 30, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,741 views

    A study of chapter 1 verses 1 through 20

    Zechariah 1: 1 – 20 Ring around the Myrtle Bush 1 In the eighth month of the second year of Darius, the word of the LORD came to Zechariah the son of Berechiah, the son of Iddo the prophet, saying, 2 “The LORD has been very angry with your fathers. 3 Therefore say to them, ‘Thus says the LORD of ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • James May avatar

    One More River To Cross

    Contributed by James May on May 2, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 21,716 views

    We will all face our Jordan River. The story of Israel's crossing will help us be prepared.

    One More River to Cross Sunday, May 02, 2010 – AM By Pastor James May There’s an old song that goes like this: I’ve had a lot troubles and trials in my little life span, When I’m standing alone and the battle gets hot I’m always doing the best I can, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Judge’s Bench Decision Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 7, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,636 views

    A study of chapter 3 verse 1 through 10

    Zechariah 3: 1 – 10 The Judge’s Bench Decision 1 Then he showed me Joshua the high priest standing before the Angel of the LORD, and Satan standing at his right hand to oppose him. 2 And the LORD said to Satan, “The LORD rebuke you, Satan! The LORD who has chosen Jerusalem rebuke you! Is this not ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Lessons From Somedry Bones Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 22, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 25,940 views

    Although the vision of the dry bones applies to Israel, we can learn much about God's character and how to live our lives from that object lesson.

    As I read the Bible, I’m constantly amazed at how God uses some very common objects to demonstrate deep spiritual truths. It’s as if God uses a consistent dose of simple “In the Bag” object lessons in order to help us understand that which He wants us to apply in our lives. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist