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Celebrating the Goodness of God – August 29, 2010

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God has done great things at Oak Street Baptist Church, and this week Pastor Joe takes some time to reflect on the goodness of God.

How Radical is Too Radical? – August 22, 2010

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Today Pastor Joe examines the radical lives of the apostles, and asks us just how far we would be willing to go for the gospel of Christ.

Defending a Christian Worldview – August 15, 2010

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Pastor Joe looks at some radical young men in the book of Daniel as encouragement for us to stand up for what we believe in.

The Radical Life – August 8, 2010

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We have a choice to make. We can choose the American Dream and the Americanized gospel, or we can choose the radical life of Christ, a life of abandon, a life of action.

Radical Revival – August 1, 2010

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To be Christ-like is to be radical. Today Pastor Joe looks at our Radical Savior, and challenges us to follow in His footsteps.

Radical Evangelism – July 25, 2010

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How much do I hurt for the lost? How often do I hurt for the lost? How far am I willing to go to share the Good News of the Gospel of Jesus Christ? Today Pastor Joe issues the call to Radical Evangelism.

Radical Faith – July 18, 2010

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Imagine for a moment that you are the grand prize winner of a brand new, high octane convertible sports car! Imagine the wind in your hair as you drive through the countryside. But wait, you won the car, but they never gave you the key! The car is useless without a key! Today Pastor Joe looks at the key to the Kingdom of God, Radical Faith.

Radical Commitment – July 11, 2010

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How many people would call you a radical. In a continuation of his Radical Christianity series, today Pastor Joe looks at the Apostle Paul as the model of Radical Commitment.

Radical Freedom – July 4, 2010

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Why do we live in bondage? How can we experience freedom? You’ve heard it said, “Whoever the Son sets free is free indeed”, but what is real freedom? Today Pastor Joe looks at these questions.

Radical Ministry – June 27, 2010

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Today Pastor Joe examines what might be inhibiting the ministry God has prepared you for, and how we can look to Jesus as our example of Radical Ministry.

Radical Courage – June 20, 2010

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Who will stand up and fight for your family? Pastor Joe continues his series on “Radical Christianity” with this call to Radical Courage.

Radical Love – June 13, 2010

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Pastor Joe is back!! Pastor Joe returns from his sabbatical to begin a powerful new series on Radical Christianity. Today the call is to Radical Love.

How to Save a Life – June 6, 2010

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Pastor Chris brings the sermon this week and discusses how to save your own life. The Gospel is not just for the non-believer, Jesus wants to save Christians, as well.

How to Save a Marriage – May 30, 2010

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Today Pastor Loyall steps in to discuss the war that rages against marriage, and the steps necessary to fight the battle.

How to Save a Family [Part 2]- May 16, 2010

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Pastor Joe continues his “How to Save a Life” series this week with another look at the family. The family is an institution established by God, and each member has a role. How does your role impact the health of your family?

To Save a Family – May 9, 2010

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Today Pastor Joe begins the sermon series, “To Save A Life”. These days the family faces battle on so many fronts it can be overwhelming. Pastor Joe looks at passage in Judges to show that sometimes it takes drastic action to save a family. Will you be the one God uses to save yours?

The Outcome of Suffering – April 25, 2010

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Pastor Joe continues his April mini-series on the book of Job this week by looking at the impact suffering can have on us and the potential for growth if we learn to suffer well.

How to Suffer Well – April 18, 2010

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Today Pastor Joe begins a mini-series on the question of suffering. We may not know the reasons why, but we can learn to suffer well.

Blue Ribbon Sunday – April 11, 2010

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April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. This Sunday Pastor Joe reminds us that our children are a gift from God and encourages us to participate in Children’s Ministries.

Imitation of Life – April 2, 2010

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Who would want an imitation when they can have the real thing? Some people think they have life, in this Easter message Pastor Joe explains how we can have real life.