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  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    For Thine Is The Kingdom, And The Power, And The Glory Forever And Ever. Am Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 12, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 29,713 views

    When we pray, we know that our prayers will be answered because of who God is, not because of who we are. We affirm our faith with the word, "Amen," which means "it shall be done!"

    Matthew 6:9-15, and Mark 9:2-8 “For Thine is the Kingdom, and the Power, and the Glory Forever and Ever. Amen.” INTRODUCTION People pronounce the word, “Amen” differently. Some people use a long “A,” while others use an “ah.” Do you know the difference? Amen—long “A”—is said, while amen with ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • David Thompson avatar

    Success Over Suffering And Power Over Our Problems

    Contributed by David Thompson on Sep 24, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,005 views

    This sermon will help belivers deal with the problems life presents, in a Godly way.

    Success Over Suffering and Power ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jeff Christopherson avatar

    How To Handle The Temptations Of Power (Acts - Part 14) Series

    Contributed by Jeff Christopherson on Jan 15, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,027 views

    The key to handling power is to understand what power is - and what power does...

    How to Handle the Temptations of Power Acts Series: “Completely Irreligious, Yet Radically Christian” Part 14 Pastor Jeff Christopherson April 13, 2003 Acts 8:4-25 I. Understand What Power Is: Power is not neutral. Power is the potential to create or destroy. Examples: • Adam ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Have More Power Than You Think Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Aug 29, 2002
    based on 110 ratings
     | 19,694 views

    Judges, Pt. 2

    YOU HAVE MORE POWER THAN YOU THINK (JUDGES 6:11-35) Dietrich Bonhoeffer, known for his opposition to Hitler, was imprisoned and executed in 1945. One of Bonhoeffer’s poems in prison is a masterpiece, revealing his fear, courage and faith in the face of unspeakable evil. “Who am I? Who am I? They ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Powerful Short Prayers Part 4 The Bad King Series

    Contributed by David Diyanni on Nov 8, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,780 views

    This is a sermon on the power of short prayers.

    Powerful Short Prayers Pt 4 Praying when you don’t deserve an answer Introduction A. We are continuing our sermon series on “Powerful Short Prayers.” We have been looking at some of the short prayers that are recorded in the Bible and one thing that we are seeing is a clear ...read more

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    Denomination: Vineyard

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    Powerful Short Prayers Part 5 Jabez Prayer Series

    Contributed by David Diyanni on Nov 8, 2015
     | 11,110 views

    This is a sermon on the power of short prayers

    Powerful Short Prayers I Chron 4:9-10 Different introductions What makes a good prayer? Is it length and eloquence or a heart that trusts in a mighty God? How long does a prayer have to be in order to be heard? God did not forbid long legitimate prayers but vain repetitions and heartless ...read more

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    Denomination: Vineyard

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    The Hidden Work That Brings God’s Power

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 18, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,142 views

    This encounter makes no sense (why would Matthew just get up and follow this man) unless you know the behind-the-scenes encounters that happened prior. This message unpacks the need for that hidden work in our lives to see God moves powerfully.

    WHY DOES MATTHEW FOLLOW A STRANGER? The public commitment was preceded by behind-the-scenes work. - Matthew 9:9. - Matthew 4:18-22; John 1:35-42. - Matthew doesn't follow a stranger. He had a previous relationship with Jesus. This public moment was preceded by behind-the-scenes things. - The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kevin L. Jones avatar

    The Continued Power And Growth Of Christ's Church

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Sep 27, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 22,440 views

    A sermon examining how the Church continued to thrive in the midst of persecution.

    THE CONTINUED POWER AND GROWTH OF CHRIST'S CHURCH Acts 5:12-16 (Antioch Baptist Church: Wednesday, October 29th, 2025) Several years ago there was a new church in our area that experienced rapid growth and many people were amazed at all of the things that God was doing in and through ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • C Jordan avatar

    The Rewards Of Generous Giving, Powerful Praying And Faithful Fasting Series

    Contributed by C Jordan on Nov 14, 2014
     | 7,097 views

    Jesus has given us three keys to receiving heavenly rewards in our lives: Generous giving, powerful praying, and faithful fasting.

    TRANSFORMATION #4: THE REWARDS OF GENEROUS GIVING, POWERFUL PRAYING AND FAITHFUL FASTING OPENING HUMOUR: Two friends are walking their dogs—a Dalmatian and a Chihuahua—when they smell something delicious coming from a nearby restaurant. The guy with the Dalmatian says, ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Jawahar Singh avatar

    God’s Vision Has Saving Power!!

    Contributed by Jawahar Singh on May 10, 2015
     | 4,276 views

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       Only God’s vision has saving power!!                                  Pro 29:18 says, Where there is no vision, the people perish;   This verse in the bible which is such a wonderful verse if understood properly, is sometimes interpreted in such a way that it produces a ...read more

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    Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

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    A God's-Eye View Of Christ's Power And A Christian's Position Series

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jan 10, 2016
     | 6,341 views

    Paul prays that we get to know God better so we see better the blessings he has in store for us now and in eternity.

    Imagine your fright if you found yourself strapped into a chair that was tilted so far back you were looking up to the ceiling. Before you can turn your head to get your bearings the chair starts to vibrate as a low rumble pulses through the room. The rumble increases in volume until it crescendos ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Leighton (Lee) Vary avatar

    Jesus Ministry: It Power, Its Activities, Its Influence Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Jan 18, 2016
     | 5,507 views

    Jesus Ministry Jesus' sphere of activity Jesus' daily activities Jesus' fame spread Jesus' power. Jesus' following

    I. Introduction: I used the outline found in the "Preachers Sermon and Outline Bible" A. Several women, each trying to one-up the other, appeared in court, each accusing the others of causing the trouble they were having in the apartment building where they lived. The judge, with Solomon-like ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    The Real Power Of God’s Word Within Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 13, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,707 views

    His Word pours light into our lives, onto our paths, into our understanding.

    Manifest Presence Series “The Real Power of God’s Word Within” (Inspired by Don Nori Sr.’s Manifest Presence: You Can Live Within The Veil) February 11, 2015 CFBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker A Psalm 119:130 (NASB) 130 The unfolding of Your words gives light; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dan Cale avatar

    The Fullness Of God Pt 3 - You Will Recieve Power Series

    Contributed by Dan Cale on Nov 5, 2012
     | 5,601 views

    You will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you… Dunamis – Power, might, strength – the meaning of this word is not stored power like a battery but power to enable to work to accomplish. The disciples were interested in political power –

    The Fullness of God Pt 3 – You Will Receive Power Acts 1:6-8; 4:31-37 We have been talking about rediscovering the work of the Holy Spirit in the church this third person of the Trinity – the God who seems to be all but forgotten in the church of the 21st century. Last week we talked ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • H. Junior Beasley avatar

    Salvation Power In The Complete Word Of God Part Ii

    Contributed by H. Junior Beasley on Nov 25, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,117 views

    Learning How to operate In the Power of the Word of God, Taking Ownership of His Word.

    Recap very Quickly we have the ownership of Gods Word and Jesus went back to be the Word. Joh 17:1 These words spake Jesus, and lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said, Father, the hour is come; glorify thy Son, that thy Son also may glorify thee: Joh 17:2 As thou hast given him power over all ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God