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Jesus Last Words Of

Contributed by Fred Elliott on Jun 18, 2003

based on 11 ratings

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We must be a witness

JESUS LAST WORDS OF INSTRUCTIONS TO CHRISTIANS ACTS 1: 8-11 I. The very last words spoken by Jesus before ascending to Heaven A. Ye shall receive power 1. We still have that same power today B. Ye shall be witnesses 1. In Jerusalem- city 2. Judea- county 3. Samaria- ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:51-53, Acts 1:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Baptism Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Jun 18, 2003

based on 141 ratings

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Very practical and balanced sermon on the baptism in the Holy Spirit.

The Spirit Filled Life (part 3)â€”The Baptism of the Holy Spirit Acts 1:4,5,8 On one occasion, while he was eating with them, he gave them this command: "Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised, which you have heard me speak about. 5 For John baptized with water, but in a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-8, Acts 8:14-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Finally Ready: Or Are You?

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 24, 2003

based on 5 ratings

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For Ascension and for Graduate Recognition: when we think we are ready for life, we may be the least ready! Trusting the Lord, however, will provide a challenging life plan. The church can and will support young adults who dream great dreams for the Lor

Every year about this time we engage in a little ritual. In May or June, proud families drive off to some distant university, there to celebrate with a young adult who has finally slugged through four or more years of classes, writing papers, taking exams, and surviving all-nighters, and who is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

How To Turn Around Your Church

Contributed by Kevin Keeling on Mar 19, 2004

based on 38 ratings

| 3,904 views

How To Turn Around Your Church

How To Turn Around Your Church 1 George Barna 1996 A. Interdiction 50-75 churches close their doors each week. What kind of impact is our church we having on are Community? B. The benefits of studying church decline To see what has happen to other churches so that we can see the success and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Living In The Power Zone Series

Contributed by Rick Adams on Mar 30, 2004

based on 56 ratings

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Discovering the Champion in You Part 3. God doesn’t want us to "vacation" in His power, but live in it everyday. This message focuses on the power of the Holy Spirit that empowers every born again believer.

INTRODUCTION For the past few weeks we have been looking at a short series entitled, “Discovering the Champion in You.” I believe that all of God’s children are destined to be champions of the faith. Often times we don’t feel like we are, but the reality is, God has declared us more than ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Many Infallible Proofs

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Apr 14, 2004

based on 81 ratings

| 7,462 views

The resurrection of our Lord Jesus is one of the best substantiated facts of human history...indeed by "many infallible proofs".

MANY INFALLIBLE PROOFS "...to whom He also presented Himself alive after His suffering by many infallible proofs, being seen by them during forty days and speaking of the things pertaining to the kingdom of God." Acts 1:3 (NKJV) The resurrection of our Lord Jesus is one of the best substantiated ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

Missions: The Heartbeat Of The Church

Contributed by D Todd on Apr 22, 2004

based on 56 ratings

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This message was designed to to introduce the concept of worldwide evangelization to new Christians and renew the fire of missions for others.

We are going to discuss some things today that several of you will find very basic. Many of you will find this new information so I want you to remember several things. First of all remember that I am not crazy. The ideas and concepts presented here are not new neither do they originate with me. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15, Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

On The Way To The Upper Room

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Apr 24, 2004

based on 55 ratings

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This sermon tends to illustrate the difficulty in becoming completely obedient to the command of total discipleship.

Scripture: Acts 1:1 – 14 Title: “On The Way To The Upper Room” Introduction: This small group of men that had followed Jesus around for about three years stood and watched as Jesus disappeared up out of their sight as He began His trip back to heaven and the right hand of the Father. RINGING in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

On Christ's Ascension - Find Your Purpose And Joy

Contributed by Don Schultz on May 12, 2004

based on 276 ratings

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Jesus gave his disciples a new sense of purpose, a new sense of joy, at his ascension.

Luke 24:44-53: ON CHRIST’S ASCENSION, FIND YOUR PURPOSE, AND FIND YOUR JOY In our country, and really all over the world, sports are a big thing. People like to be on teams – baseball teams, basketball teams. And if you’re on a team that’s winning, it’s even better. As your team heads for the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:44-53, Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Burning With Fire

Contributed by Dana Visneskie on May 14, 2004

based on 57 ratings

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What is the purpose of the Baptism in the Holy Spirit? Is the Baptism in the Holy Spirit for today, and how is a person Baptized, is what this message explains

Title: Burning With Fire Text: Acts 1:8; Acts 2:1-4 Pray!!! Read Text!!! Introduction: - Luke gives us a two fold reason why believers need to be baptized in the Holy Spirit. 1. For Power 2. To Be A Witness - Power means more then strength and ability, it means something that’s in operation ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Filled With The Spirit Part 1 Series

Contributed by John Brewster on May 14, 2004

based on 14 ratings

| 5,940 views

Filled with the Spirit walks you through the truth of receiving the Holy Spirit of God. It was a promise from Jesus and is still for believers today.

FILLED WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT PART 1 ACTS 1:1-8 GROWING UP — I was taught at my home church that the miracles and gifts of the Holy Ghost died out with the Last Apostle — No more signs — No more miracles — No more wonders CAN YOU IMAGINE BEING THE LAST APOSTLE ALIVE .... · People waiting outside ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-8, John 7:37-39

Denomination: Pentecostal

After The Chores Are Done

Contributed by Jimmy Giffin on May 16, 2004

based on 24 ratings

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Chores are what are done around the house, the work is in the fields. See the difference in this message.

AFTER THE CHORES ARE DONE Text: Acts 1:1-8 I know it seems as if we have been here before. But this is a passage worth the revisit. The Great Commission is given, and Jesus ascends. We have heard this time and time again. But as we get into the Word today hopefully we will receive yet another ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-8

Denomination: Church Of God

"Seeing Him Go" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on May 19, 2004

based on 40 ratings

| 5,415 views

Why is the Ascension of Christ so important to us today? What are the promises He made when he left?

Iliff & Saltillo May 23, 2004 Ascension Sunday "Seeing Him Go" Mark 16:19-20 Acts 1:1-11 INTRODUCTION: Although Jesus had discouraged his followers from expecting an earthly kingdom, the idea was deeply ingrained in them that they couldn’t forget it. After the resurrection, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:19-20, Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Proof Positive Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on May 19, 2004

based on 34 ratings

| 9,078 views

The Resurrection is the one doctrine that is central to the faith -- all our faith stands or falls on the reality of the resurrection.

Several years ago, I took a group of kids to a church camp. Now there were lots of great things about summer church camp. We had swimming and boating and hiking – and those were wonderful. But those weren’t the most memorable things of church camp. We had crafts and cookouts -- and those ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Taken Up Before Their Very Eyes

Contributed by John Gullick on May 22, 2004

based on 20 ratings

| 3,120 views

A sermon that attempts to interpret the ascension of Jesus for the believer today.

Taken up before their very eyes Acts Chapter 1: 1 - 12 I once knew a man whose family had been very successful in business. One of the principles that he had learned had been – buy in bulk. The sound principle he had been taught meant that if you bought a lot you got it at a better price and, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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