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  • Mark Mitchell avatar

    The Need For Eyes To See And Ears To Hear

    Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Sep 9, 2023
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    .2Ki 6:17

    We need to see the evil as it is. (vs.1-5) A. They had just seen James murdered. B. Herod was focusing on anyone in the church. C. It wasn’t just that Peter was in prison but that Herod had determined to kill him as he did James. C. We as Christians also get desensitized to things and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Power Of Private Prayer Life

    Contributed by Benjamin Suulola on Nov 23, 2022
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    God is calling us to a life in the secret place because glorious things are meant for the secret place.

    The Word VEX means to Torment and Afflict. When the Devil sees that the Church does nothing about his activities, he finds a Comfort Zone. This means that when the Church is cold, Prayerless and without Fire, the church becomes a breeding place for the activities of the devil. The first targets ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Brady Boyd avatar

    Sleeping Saints And The Unstoppable Kingdom

    Contributed by Brady Boyd on Nov 30, 2023
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    They had imagined the persecution to lessen because of Saul’s conversion, instead it got worse.

    Sleeping Saints and the Unstoppable Kingdom December 3, 2023 Acts 12:1-4 NIV “It was about this time that King Herod arrested some who belonged to the church, intending to persecute them. 2 He had James, the brother of John, put to death with the sword. 3 When he saw that this pleased the Jews, he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Will Not Be Wasted

    Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Dec 2, 2023
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    At times, some devoted people are cut off before their time, but if God's children can pray and be discerning, untimely deaths could be avoided.

    From the Genesis 4 story, we see that: • Waste could come from jealousy and anger (Gen. 4:5). • Jealousy could develop into enmity. • Enmity could arise from within, as Cain and Abel were brothers. • Enmity could arise from without, as Peter and King Herod were not related - Acts 12:1-19 o Pray ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    Acts Of The Apostles (17 Of 39)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 14, 2022
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    Paul wrote to young Timothy and said, “…that thou...war a good warfare.”

    Illus: It is obvious, from much of Paul’s writings, that he thought of the Christian life as a warfare. He spoke of Christians as soldiers, in training, discipline, and even in having weapons. In the Book of Acts, we can see so clearly that Christians are soldiers. In one chapter we read ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Prayers Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Mar 21, 2022
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    Based on Acts 12:1-5 - Sermon encourages the hearers to consider the importance of corporate prayer in the life of the church.

    “THE PRAYERS” Acts 12:1-5 FBCF – 3/20/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – We talk a lot about prayer around here. We do a lot of praying around here. We believe in the power of prayer around here. Listen to these quotes about personal prayer: - Pastor David Jett’s daily prayer: “Lord, SPEAK to me today – ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of A Praying Church

    Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 3, 2023
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    In Acts 12. we see the power that's at our disposal if we will seek God in intercessory prayer. Peter was going to be executed the next morning, but because Christians prayed, God sent an angel. He'll do it today if we pray! This message will preach!

    THE POWER OF A PRAYING CHURCH Acts 12:1-17 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: WHERE JESUS WAS BORN 1. A backwoods Texan asked a woman to marry him and she said, “We can’t get married unless you’re a Christian.” So he went to a Catholic church and said he wanted to join. 2. The priest said, “Well, you ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Pray For One Another Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Feb 13, 2023
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    Prayer is our privilege and responsibility as disciples of Jesus. Praying for one another can make such a difference in each other's lives.

    A. The story is told about three men who were hiking one day and unexpectedly came upon a large, raging river. 1. They needed to get to the other side, but had no idea of how to do so. 2. The first man prayed to God, saying, “Please God, give me the strength to cross this river.” a. Poof! God ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Satan’s Warfare Against God’s Plan” Series

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Sep 8, 2022
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    Acts 12 has 4 major themes: All of human life in one chapter. Sovereignty of God, Spiritual warfare, Power of Prayer, & The Judgement of God. Opening quote from James Dobsen's book "When God Doesn't Make Sense"

    In Jesus Holy Name September 11, 2022 Text: Acts 12:1,2,5 Redeemer Lutheran “Satan’s Warfare Against God’s Plan” Acts chapter 12 is all of life's experiences in one chapter. There are 4 possible sermons: The Sovereignty of God; Spiritual Warfare; Power of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    An Outline Of Acts 12:1-17

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Aug 17, 2022
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    Acts 12:1-17 has the story how Peter was condemned to death, but an angel saw to it that he was made free! Peter then found a group of believers, explained the situation, and then left the area.

    An outline of Acts 12:1-17 1 Peter was a marked man Text, Acts 12:1-5, KJV: 1 Now about that time Herod the king stretched forth his hands to vex certain of the church. 2 And he killed James the brother of John with the sword. 3 And because he saw it pleased the Jews, he proceeded further to take ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Something New Is Coming

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jan 23, 2022
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    The story of Elijah is a great example of prayer. This is an unfinished sermon.

    Something New Is Coming 1 Kings 18:41-46 NLT 41 Then Elijah said to Ahab, “Go get something to eat and drink, for I hear a mighty rainstorm coming!” 42 So Ahab went to eat and drink. But Elijah climbed to the top of Mount Carmel and bowed low to the ground and prayed with his face ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rodney Buchanan avatar

    Pray Expectantly Series

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jul 25, 2004
    based on 48 ratings
     | 8,646 views

    If we are going to pray expectantly, we must: 1. Pray passionate prayers. 2. Pray persistent prayers. 3. Pray believing prayers.

    It was around 1870 when New York City had one of the most hotly contested mayor’s races in its history. The incumbent was Mayor John Tweed. Everybody called him “Boss Tweed,” and it was a name that suited him well. The time came when he ran for reelection, and Boss Tweed’s political machine ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Night Visits

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Feb 17, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 10,863 views

    Sermon for Black History Month, incorporating the poetry of recently deceased African poet and statesman Leopold Senghor; focus on imprisonment, liberation, empowerment, and forgiveness.

    It was night. Nothing else need be said. That short and simple phrase says it all. It was night. It was night when they visited my bedroom, when I was a child of six, to tell me that my mother would not be coming home for a long time. The stress of giving birth to my brother had been too much; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Peters Great Escape Series

    Contributed by Eric Olson on Mar 7, 2002
    based on 61 ratings
     | 14,240 views

    Peter was freed from prison because the church prayed. This sermon covers six key points about prayer,discusses its importance,and follows with a 7 question quiz to examine our own prayer life.

    Sermon Title: PETERS GREAT ESCAPE Sermon Series: P.O.W.E.R. Main Script: Philippians 4:6 “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” Other Scripture Studied: Acts 12:1-19, John 5:14 Talk about Peters great ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Herod The Great"? It Depends On Your Perspective

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 19, 2001
    based on 25 ratings
     | 4,452 views

    Criteria for real greatness

    “Herod the Great”? It Depends on One’s Perspective (Acts 12:1-19) 1. Greatness from the world’s perspective is very different from greatness in eyes of God. Consider how some people might have considered Herod a great man. Here was an individual who was keenly fond of popularity. Through shrewd ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational