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  • Gerald Van Horn avatar

    Acts Of The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Jun 20, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,889 views

    This book should be called the acts of the Holy Spirit

    THE BOOK OF ACTS - LESSON # l ACTS 1:1 - ACTS OF THE APOSTLES Should be called “Acts of the Holy Spirit.” The author is Luke who was a Physician or doctor vs. 1 - Treatise is a manuscript of the book of Luke. Theophilus is the Greek word for Timothy Jesus was the Master Teacher. He began ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Promise Of The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Jun 20, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,453 views

    The book of Acts is either ignored or abused by the church

    THE BOOK OF ACTS - LESSON #2 Acts 1:8-26 “The _promise of the Holy Spirit” Vs. 8 The word _power__ is “dunamis” (Greek). The word “dunamis” implies two meanings. (1. We get the word dynamite (2. We get the word dynamo which refers to a generator. “is come _upon___ you” indicates ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Begining Series

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Jun 24, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,195 views

    Ovireview of the Book of Acts - Begingng of a series. The idea that the letter is written to you and me and perhaps other purposes too.

    We are going to do something a little different for our sermon time. At least it is different for me. For the next while, at least through the Fall we are going to remain in one book of the Bible. That means that when you arrive Each Sunday you will already know which book and chapter of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Brad Rigney avatar

    Jesus Promises: He Is Coming Back

    Contributed by Brad Rigney on Jun 24, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 10,172 views

    This sermon takes the three promises of Jesus in Acts 1 and focuses on the fact that we can Rely on His Promise to REturn. We can be assured that Jesus will come back Personally, Visibly and Suddenly!

    Jesus Promises: I will be Back Acts 1:1-11 Intro.: A. There are some passages in Scripture that as you read them and study them, you really wish you could have been there personally! I would have loved to been there to witness Jesus’ Baptism when God spoke in an audible voice saying this is my ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

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    Pentecost: Experience The Rest

    Contributed by Brad Froese on Jun 28, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,624 views

    Inspiration for those who want a life changing encounter/experience with the Almighty.

    ILLUSTRATION: My grandfather Ken is sitting with us in the church today. For years, he’s been involved in one form of ministry or another at several churches. One day, he waited at the altar in a church to pray with anyone who needed prayer when a little boy came forward. The young man asked for ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Gospel Of Judas

    Contributed by Brad Froese on Jun 29, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,221 views

    This sermon unravels the mystery of the "Gospel of Judas" announced by National Geographic: a true charicature of Judas Iscariot...

    Illustration: A paraplegic man I saw, raising his twisted limbs to sing “Your Grace Is Enough.” Whatever situations you may be facing in life, remember His Grace is enough for YOU today! He’s saved you from your sins and saved you from the flames and darkness of forever punishment. His Grace is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • James May avatar

    Plug Into The Power

    Contributed by James May on Jul 5, 2006
    based on 74 ratings
     | 29,320 views

    If we are going to have the power of the Holy Spirit in operation in our lives, we must first get "plugged in", "turned on" and "fired up" with Jesus.

    Plug into the Power By Pastor Jim May (This sermon references a video that was purchased from Sermonspice.com that depicts a young man using a chainsaw without starting it.) Acts 1:8, “But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Danny Anderson avatar

    Powerlessness: Unbalanced & Unnecessary

    Contributed by Danny Anderson on Jul 25, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,020 views

    Certainly, every believer should live a life that is respectful but there is more. It’s the "more" part that is so often lacking.

    Powerlessness: Unbalanced & Unnecessary Introduction: Think about this quote for a moment: "I’m not impressed with anyone’s life unless they have integrity. But I’m not happy with their life until they are dangerous!" Many believers have made it their primary goal in life to be well-respected ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Arnold avatar

    The Promise Of Power

    Contributed by James Arnold on Jul 27, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,764 views

    You have a promise of power if you decide to use it.

    MESSAGE: THE PROMISE OF THE POWER Key Scripture: Acts 1:4-8 And, being assembled together with them, commanded them that they should not depart from Jerusalem, but wait for the promise of the Father, which, saith he, ye have heard of me. For John truly baptized with water; but ye shall be ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Moving From Survival Through Success To Significance

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 18, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 9,022 views

    Rick Warren recently told Charlie Rose in an interview on Public Broadcasting Television. "Most of the world struggles to survive. The majority of Americans are striving for success. Yet, few people ever achieve a deep sense of significance.

    Moving From Survival Through Success to Significance (Acts 1:8-18) Rick Warren recently told Charlie Rose in an interview on Public Broadcasting Television. "Most of the world struggles to survive. The majority of Americans are striving for success. Yet, few people ever achieve a deep sense of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Fresh Wind Of The Spirit

    Contributed by Robert Bravo on Jul 1, 2007
     | 7,679 views

    Life can get tough at times. The enemy is always trying to destroy us. Sometimes we need a fresh filling of Gods spirit. It empowers for life and mininstry. We can be overcomers.

    The fresh wind of the Spirit Acts 1 says: Acts 1:1 - 26 (NASB) 1The first account I composed, Theophilus, about all that Jesus began to do and teach, 2until the day when He was taken up to heaven, after He had by the Holy Spirit given orders to the apostles whom He had chosen. 3To these He also ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    It Was Grace That Taught My Heart To Fear

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 16, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 21,825 views

    John Newton believed that God’s grace taught him to fear. But we’re not supposed to be afraid of anything are we?

    OPEN: Does anybody know what the date was this Last Friday? (Friday the 13th) Both Fridays and the number 13 have both been considered “unlucky” down thru the ages. The number 13, for example: The Turks so disliked that number that they practically removed it from their vocabulary ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Tim Hedberg avatar

    Meeting Up With The Trinity

    Contributed by Tim Hedberg on Jul 19, 2007
     | 2,369 views

    Look at 4 texts that reveal and support/give evidence to god being 3 in 1.

    Meeting Up With the Trinity June 3, 2007 Trinity Sunday As has been said - today - this Sunday is Trinity Sunday. The Sunday set aside in the church year to highlight and recognize the Trinity. The Trinity being God the Father Jesus Christ the Son And the Holy Spirit Back in the year 325, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jimmy Chapman avatar

    The Unfinished Work Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jul 20, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 11,569 views

    The main person of the church is the Savior, the mighty power of the church is the Spirit, and the major purpose of the church is souls.

    The Unfinished Work of Jesus ACTS 1:1-8 How do you launch a worldwide enterprise? In the last century, Coca-Cola did it. You can go just about anywhere in the world today and buy a Coke. They are the world’s largest multi-national corporation. Right behind them is Microsoft. The church is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ye Shall Be Witness Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jul 25, 2007
    based on 28 ratings
     | 15,365 views

    "Witnesses" — it is that word which defines for Christ’s disciples their role and responsibility. We must not lose sight of the fact that the Holy Spirit came to equip the disciples to carry out their work of witness.

    ACTS 1:8 “Ye shall be witnesses” The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery in Washington, DC, has a guard 24 hours a day. Every hour on the hour, 365 days a year, a new soldier reports for duty. When the new guard arrives, he receives his orders from the one who is leaving. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist