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Never Give Up Seeking Breakthrough

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Apr 21, 2004

based on 69 ratings

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Every advancement in the way people live has come about because someone saw what could be and was no longer willing to accept what is!

NEVER GIVE UP SEEKING THE BREAKTHROUGH Pastor Ian Johnson Papatoetoe Elim Church 20:04:2004 Every advancement in the way people live has come about because someone saw what could be and was no longer willing to accept what is! All Inventions All breakthroughs in science All social change Came ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Characteristics Of A Vibrant Church Series

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Feb 3, 2002

based on 80 ratings

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Four attributes that contributed to the success of the early church that can be applied to the church of today.

In a Peanuts cartoon, Lucy demands that Linus change TV channels and then threatens him with her fist if he doesn’t. "What makes you think you can walk right in here and take over?" asks Linus. "These five fingers," says Lucy. "Individually they are nothing, but when I curl them together like ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-47

Denomination: Other

How Paul Demonstrated Wisdom Before His Accusers

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001

based on 37 ratings

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Paul teaches us how to demonstrate tact, diplomacy and truthful speech in the face of stiff criticism

How Paul Demonstrated Wisdom Before His Accusers (Acts 23:1-5) Illustration:Whatever you do, you need courage. Whatever course you decide upon, there is always someone to tell you that you are wrong. There are always difficulties arising that tempt you to believe your critics are right. To map out ...read more

Scripture: Acts 23:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Obey God Rather Than Men

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jun 14, 2005

based on 14 ratings

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It is sometimes difficult to obey God, but it is wise to do so and essential.

Obey God Rather Than Men Acts 5:29 INTRO.: Indonesian Christians Threatened by Muslim Extremists. (Attached news release) What would we do if given the choice of being silent about our faith or going to prison? I fear many of us would be tempted to cave in to the pressure. We need to obey God ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Worship Series

Contributed by Clifton Mckinley on Aug 3, 2005

based on 5 ratings

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Second message in a series on church health stressing the importance and attributes of worship

Getting W.E.L.L. Worship Part 2 of 5 Intro The ability to worship is one of the distinguishing marks of humans compared to animals. A dog doesn’t sit in his backyard and lift his paws to the Lord and bark out his praises. Yes, he barks sometimes, but I guarantee he is not contemplating the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Spiritual Tsunami

Contributed by Laisani Cox on Jan 21, 2005

based on 14 ratings

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The benefits of giving must go further as we react to the Spiritual Tsunami that our Lord Jesus Christ blessed us with when he released the power of the Holy Ghost!

Giving honor… Prayer… Acts 2:2 reads - “And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting”. The theme of our message tonight is: A Spiritual Tsunami. The second chapter of Acts is where our Lord begins His Spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:2-4

Denomination: Apostolic

Keep Back Nothing Profitable

Contributed by Chris Thron on Oct 18, 2000

based on 6 ratings

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Does the Church present the whole truth to its members?

"I kept back nothing that was profitable for you, but have showed you, and have taught you publicly, and from house to house, testifying to both Jews and Greeks of repentance toward God, and faith toward our Lord Jesus Christ." (Acts 20:20-21). Paul spoke these words to the Christian elders ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:20-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Turning Lame Legs Into Leaping Legs Series

Contributed by Rick Adams on Oct 28, 2001

based on 90 ratings

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Using the "stuff" God has given you to reach people.

This morning I want to talk to you about your “stuff” I want to make one thing clear Your “stuff” are those things which God has given you It is nothing of your own What are you doing with your “stuff”? God has given all of us “stuff” to do His work We are to be His hands And His ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Anointing

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Oct 1, 2007

based on 28 ratings

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The Spirit within, and the Spirit upon. The same spirit but different functions, in this sermon we primarily focus on the Spirit upon.

Amplified bible: Acts 1:8 But you shall receive power (ability, efficiency, and might) when the Holy Spirit has come (upon) you, and you shall be My witnesses in Jerusalem and all Judea and Samaria and to the ends (the very bounds) of the earth. The anointing is imperative to living a victorious ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Ultimate Treasure #1 - Salvation Series

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Aug 4, 2007

based on 11 ratings

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Part 1 of a 5 part series used for VBS at Welcome Hill Missionary Baptist Church, Lemont Il.

Welcome Hill VBS 2007 – Treasure #1 – Salvation Acts 8:27 What would you class as treasure? Dictionary definition - Accumulated or stored wealth in the form of money, jewels, or other valuables. Valuable or precious possessions of any kind. Pirates are always looking for treasure, and they have ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-39

Denomination: Baptist

Denied Desired And Killed

Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Aug 10, 2008

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A overview of this chapter tells us of the healing power, the forgiving, the saving power of the Lord, Jesus Christ.

Denied Desired Killed Acts 3:1-26 Introduction This will come from a overview of verses 1-11 of Acts 3. There was Three (3) sins of Israel in this Chapter found in verses 14-15 1. They DENIED the Holy One 2. They DESIRED a murder 3. They Killed the Prince of life ~These 3 things happening causes ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Know God?

Contributed by Tony Cansler on Sep 3, 2008

based on 4 ratings

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Paul on Mars hill preaching about the "Unknown God"

God knows a lot of people, as a matter of fact God knows everyone. But how many KNOW GOD? The Setting – Acts 17:16-21 16 Now while Paul waited for them at Athens, his spirit was stirred in him, when he saw the city wholly given to idolatry. • The Whole city was given to Idolatry • Some say ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Baptist

P.o.w.e.r.

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 26, 2009

based on 8 ratings

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An acronym of the word POWER that looks at the work of Holy Spirit in the life of the believer.

WE’VE GOT THE POWER But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. Acts 1:8 PRAY effectively and with authority  There are many times that situations will present ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

In The Shadow Of Peter

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Jun 8, 2006

based on 6 ratings

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Faith vs Supersition. Allow the shadows cast by your dark circumstances to inspire faith in others who are wounded and hurting.

I. WHAT WAS IT ABOUT PETER’S SHADOW? A. Some Commentators Dispute Whether Peter’s Shadow Really Resulted In Healing 1. Some aregue that there is no evidence that anyone was actually healed from it - that people just had an expectation that they might get healed - and so were healed 2. Whether ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:15

Denomination: Church Of God

God's Set Purpose Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Apr 25, 2006

based on 14 ratings

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"God’s determined purpose and foreknowledge." The New International Version calls it "God’s set purpose and foreknowledge." The King James Version calls it "the determinate counsel and foreknowledge of God." Perhaps the best translation is the Revised

Proclaiming His Majesty Series 2006 God’s Set Purpose Acts 2:22-23 Story of the engineer who operated a drawbridge. Had to make a choice between his son or a train full of people. It has all the ingredients of a good sermon illustration. It is emotional. It is dramatic. It will break your ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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