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  • Jerry Flury avatar

    Get Active!

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Feb 1, 2015
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    There is a vast difference between professing one's relationship to Christ and one demonstrating the reality of one's relationship to and faith in Christ.

    Get Active Hebrews 10:23-32 There is a vast difference between professing one's relationship to Christ and one demonstrating the reality of one's relationship to and faith in Christ. Paul in writing to Titus (Titus 1:16) speaks of a group of professing Christians and says, "They profess to know ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Paranormal Activity Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 18, 2016
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    A study of the book of Job 4: 1 – 21

    Job 4: 1 – 21 Paranormal Activity 1 Then Eliphaz the Temanite answered and said: 2“If one attempts a word with you, will you become weary? But who can withhold himself from speaking? 3Surely you have instructed many, and you have strengthened weak hands. 4Your words have upheld him ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Paul Clemente avatar

    Be An Active Witness Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jul 14, 2014
     | 4,354 views

    Christians are to actively profess to be Christians!

    Last week we started learning from the Letter to Philemon. Even from just the first 5 verses we noted much about Christians and how to honor one another. As Christians, each one of us of course must work on our own spiritual growth and love for one another; but a way to honor one another is to pray ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Active Repentance Series

    Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Mar 3, 2017
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    RECOGNIZING JESUS' EMPHASIS, ACTIVE REPENTANCE SHOULD BECOME A DEFINING VALUE

    Active Repentance 1/22/17 Matt 3:8 INTRODUCTION The Definition Matters Words change meaning over time in ways that might surprise you. Here are just a few examples of words (so, preacher, take your choice) you may not have realized didn't always mean what they mean today. Nice: This word used to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Chris Swanson avatar

    The Activity Of Ruth Series

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 18, 2022
     | 1,149 views

    In this chapter, we see the activity of Ruth. What did she do when she came to a new land and what was her purpose?

    She Gleaned When the barley and wheat were fit to be collected, gatherers were employed to chop down the stalks and tie them into packs. Israelite law directed that the corners of the fields were not to be reaped. Likewise, any grain that was dropped was to be left for the gleaners, those ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Activating The Anointing Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 14, 2025
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    The anointing is the power of God that enables believers to fulfill their divine purpose and accomplish supernatural exploits.

    Title: ACTIVATING THE ANOINTING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text:  Isaiah 61:1  Supporting Texts: Acts 10:38, 1 John 2:27, Luke 4:18-19 INTRODUCTION The anointing is the power of God that enables believers to fulfill their divine purpose and accomplish supernatural exploits. It is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Simon Fullylove avatar

    Faith And Action Series

    Contributed by Simon Fullylove on Mar 13, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
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    This message sees that faith is not passive but very active!

    Introduction This is a picture of a floating prison ship - The HMP Weare, is moored off Dorset’s Portland Harbour (400 prisoners). Has anyone herad of a gigantic floating zoo? That’s what Noah’s Ark was. Many people think the story of Noah is just a story, a myth, a legend. But more and more ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dana Carpenter Jr. avatar

    Biblical Prayer

    Contributed by Dana Carpenter Jr. on Dec 29, 2000
    based on 124 ratings
     | 3,624 views

    Sermon on the difference between active and passive prayer.

    INTRODUCTION. A. Importance of prayer. B. Some ask question: "What is Biblical prayer?" THE TWO TYPES OF PRAYER: ACTIVE & PASSIVE. A. Passive prayer is internal prayer. Active prayer is done with the mouth. B. I used to believe that all prayer was to be done with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Results Of An Active Faith

    Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Dec 30, 2004
    based on 49 ratings
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    The Power of An Active Faith.

    THE RESULTS OF AN ACTIVE FAITH LUKE 17:5-6 I. INTRODUCTION AN ACTIVE FAITH IN THE LIFE OF A CHRISTIAN IS A BLESSING THAT IS UNPARALLELED IN ALL THE WORLD. THE FIRST CENTURY CHURCH WAS A POWERFUL CHURCH BECAUSE THEY FAITHFULLY DEMONSTRATED THEIR PASSION TO THE LORD BY BEING OBEDIENT TO HIS WORD. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Activate God's Plan

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 5, 2015
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    Can we define God's purpose --- We must intensely spend our time, talent and energy on eternal values. Make wise choices.

    ACTIVATE GOD'S PLAN... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Jeremiah 33:3 (KJV) Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and shew thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not. Jeremiah 33:3 (MSG) 'Call to me and I will answer you. I'll tell you marvelous and wondrous things ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Steven Simala Grant avatar

    A Way To Walk Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 20, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,574 views

    To walk in the Spirit means to be active instead of passive and to allow the Spirit to lead.

    A Way To Walk: Fundamentals Gal 5:16-26, July 18, 2010 Intro: I’m going to begin with a little story I wrote, sort of a parable. Like most parables, it isn’t about what it seems to be about, the message is something different. I offer this uncharacteristic preamble because we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gerald Williams avatar

    Christians And Political Activity

    Contributed by Gerald Williams on Oct 23, 2004
    based on 18 ratings
     | 6,987 views

    Contrary to some traditional beliefs, Christians should be involved in politics.

    CHRISTIANS AND POLITICAL ACTIVITY As we approach this election season, it seemed very appropriate to take a look at what The Word” has to say about Christians and Politics / Government. We are particularly concerned with the fact that all too many people, especially Christians, have just thrown up ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Ewen Huffman avatar

    Mary: The Activity And The Intimacy Series

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Dec 10, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 4,155 views

    How to prepare for Christmas in the way that Mary did. How to cultivate the life of Jesus within.

    Mary: the activity and intimacy Luke 1:39-56 WBC 12.12.04pm Introduction: This week I set Monday aside for reading and preparation for an essay for my MA on ‘How may the spiritual life of an individual be helped by a knowledge of different streams and religious traditions’ - busy reading through ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    Activating A Seared Conscience Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 26, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,914 views

    In this lesson we see the wrong way Joseph's brothers dealt with their guilt, and we learn the right way to handle guilt through God's remedy.

    Introduction: A. The story is told of a man who entered a high class restaurant, bought a drink and then immediately threw it into the waiter’s face. 1. Quickly grabbing a napkin, he helped the waiter dry his face while he apologized with great remorse. 2. “I'm so sorry,” he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Shawn Rose avatar

    Called To Active Duty

    Contributed by Shawn Rose on Dec 21, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,924 views

    As Christians, we have been called to active duty in the war against evil.

    CALLED TO ACTIVE DUTY Text: Ephesians 6:10 – 18 I. Introduction: • p. 372 – Onward Christian Soldiers • Not sang much any more • Radio preacher “Americans think that God has called them to a playground instead of a battlefield” • We are at war! II. Body: A. Our Strength (v. 10) • It’s not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist