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  • Rick Finitzer avatar

    "The Power Of A New Affection"

    Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Oct 24, 2013
     | 4,625 views

    Christians in America have become Spiritual Hoarders: Buried Alive with stuff and debt. Our pursuit of “treasures” and the accumulation of stuff hinder our pursuit of God.

    Cornerstone Church October 6, 2013 “The Power of a New Affection” Matthew 6:19-21 “Mrs. Bertha Adams was seventy-one years old when she died alone in West Palm Beach, Florida on Easter Sunday 1976. The Coroner’s report read, ‘Cause of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Personal Revival, Personal Power

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Mar 26, 2015
    based on 14 ratings
     | 39,305 views

    Gods plan for us is to be flames of fire, It's not enough to belong to a place where the fire burns (we must become flames of fire).

    We talk a lot about the church and about the body of Christ (and we should) But I want to remind you that the church is a body made up of many members. Just as a body has many bones Just as a wall has many stones Just as an army is made up of many soldiers What is your point preacher? The point ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Power & Presence Of The Holy Ghost

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 23, 2015
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    The Power & Presence of the Holy Ghost .

    The Power & Presence of the Holy Ghost 2 Samuel 6:1-23 2 Samuel 6:1-23 (KJV) 1 Again, David gathered together all the chosen men of Israel, thirty thousand. 2 And David arose, and went with all the people that were with him from Baale of Judah, to bring ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    The Power To Become Sons Of God

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 24, 2015
     | 15,851 views

    John 1:12 But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God.

    The Power to Become Sons of God (Sons vs. Bride) Acts 2:17 And it shall come to pass in the last days, saith God, I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh: and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, Acts 21:9 And the same man had four daughters, 1 Peter 3:6 Even as Sara obeyed ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Pentecost - Promise, Purity And Power

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on May 18, 2015
    based on 7 ratings
     | 21,973 views

    When we celebrate Pentecost we are: 1. Celebrating the Father's Promise 2. Celebrating Realized Purity 3. Celebrating the Possession of the Power of the Holy Spirit

    Scripture: Acts 2:1-4; Ezekiel 36:22-27 Pentecost: 1. A Promise Fulfilled 2. A Purity Realized 3. A Power Possessed Pentecost speaks of a Promise Fulfilled - the coming of the Holy Spirit Pentecost speaks of a Purity to be Realized - the forgiveness of all sin (non-intentional ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Their Faith -- The Power Of The Faith Of Others Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 18, 2015
     | 6,479 views

    ONE OF THE WAYS WE MOVE INTO HAVING A LIFE OF GREAT FAITH IS BY ENLISTING THE HELP OF OTHERS.

    THE POWER OF THE FAITH OF OTHERS MATTHEW 9:1-7 GETTING INTO A BOAT, JESUS CROSSED OVER THE SEA AND CAME TO HIS OWN CITY. 2 AND THEY BROUGHT TO HIM A PARALYTIC LYING ON A BED. SEEING THEIR FAITH, JESUS SAID TO THE PARALYTIC, "TAKE COURAGE, SON; YOUR SINS ARE FORGIVEN." 3 AND SOME OF THE SCRIBES SAID ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Man's Wisdom Or God's Power?

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 3, 2015
     | 6,005 views

    Where does your faith stand and where does the faith of those you witness to stand after you leave them?

    1Co 2:1 And I, brethren, when I came to you, came not with excellency of speech or of wisdom, declaring unto you the testimony of God. 2 For I determined not to know any thing among you, save Jesus Christ, and him crucified. 3 And I was with you in weakness, and in fear, and in much trembling. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus' Power Over Disease

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 11, 2015
     | 5,772 views

    Jesus' Power over Disease

    Matthew 8:5-13 Jesus' Power over Disease John 5:43 I am come in my ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    The Power Tool Of Spiritual Growth Series

    Contributed by Doug Fannon on May 25, 2018
     | 7,005 views

    Are we humbled before God? Does God hear our prayers? A key spiritual growth is not who we are before men, but understanding who we are before God.

    Do you remember the show starring Tim Allen? It was called, “Home Improvement?” Tim’s character in the show hosted his own local cable program called “Tool Time.” Each week he would introduce the tool of the week. If you have seen the show you know the more powerful the tool; the better! He would ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power And Presence Of The Risen King

    Contributed by David Mende on Jun 5, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,047 views

    There will never be a second when Jesus will not be with you as you obey His glorious commission. I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give brief feedback.

    INTRODUCTION (SECURE ATTENTION) & BACKGROUND OF THE PASSAGE: PRAY before starting the sermon. Discouragement, disappointment, depression, and dismay are part and parcel of ministry. All of us go through doubts and fears at some point of the time or the other. Sometimes, we feel like giving up ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Life-Saving Power Of Faith

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 20, 2015
     | 5,913 views

    Paul and Silas likely did not feel like praising God when they were in jail, but they learned to walk by faith and not by feelings. Paul commands us to do the same thing. He commands us to walk by faith and not by feelings.

    Acts 16:25-40 is the story of how God can take the bad circumstances of our lives and use them for good. Paul and Silas had just cast out the demons who were occupying the servant girl, but her owners had them put in jail. The servant girl was a sorcerer who made money for her owners, and when Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    How The Word Grows In Power

    Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 3, 2015
     | 6,833 views

    We’re going to look at the 3 repercussions of Jehoshaphat's actions, instances of the Word “growing” in the N.T., and look at why the Word can gain power.

    HOW THE WORD GROWS IN POWER 2 Chron. 17:7-12 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A father, teaching his son about the beauties of nature, pointed out a glorious sunset and said, “Look son, isn’t that a beautiful picture God has painted?” 2. Son said, “It sure is, Dad, especially ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Wind Power Or Wind Poor?

    Contributed by Craig Benner on Nov 24, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,541 views

    One of the many symbols for the Holy Spirit is the WIND. It is a powerful symbol that we need to recognize and accept. Without Him, we will be spiritually poor, by our own choosing. Let the wind blow and be blessed.

    Wind Power or Wind Poor Man has only begun to take advantage of the wind. Giant windmills are being built in drafty locations to convert the breeze into energy to light and heat homes and businesses. PNEUMATOLOGY A symbol of the Holy Ghost There are other symbols that tell us a great deal about ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Belief In Jesus Is Saving Power

    Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Dec 6, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,326 views

    For the life of me I have never understood just how a nonbeliever makes it through life without God. I don’t know how they make it through their troubles, sickness or loss of a love one. Most depend on their friends and family but, when all the dust settl

    Belief in Jesus is saving power Thanks to everyone for your support, kind words, and most of all your prayers for Kevin and also your prayers for our 7 month old Great granddaughter who has the flu. It seems Satan pours out a bucket of troubles sometimes but, our Lord is there to bring out good ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Give Me This Power…. Series

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Nov 5, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,549 views

    There are several such ‘false converts’ flaunting around the church today and some are also into ministry. Don’t faint as yet, let me finish!

    Give me this power…. Acts, 8:18”And when Simon saw that through the laying on of the apostles' hands the Holy Spirit was given, he offered them money, saying, "Give me this power also, that anyone on whom I lay hands may receive the Holy Spirit." Here we read about Simon who was a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal