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  • Richard Hall avatar

    The Power Of Release

    Contributed by Richard Hall on Sep 5, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 10,475 views

    No matter what prison we find ourselves in God has the power to release us.

    THE POWER OF RELEASE ACTS 12: 1-12 Nobody like to be in bondage… Claustrophobia Read Scripture 1) PRISONS THAT HOLD US… A) Peter was in prison due to his unfortunate circumstances a) Nothing that he had done wrong b) Sometimes we find ourselves in places of bondage that hold us ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Las Cadenas Son Rotas

    Contributed by Amat Fernandez on Nov 6, 2003
    based on 991 ratings
     | 57,203 views

    Existen cadenas espirituales que nos atan y no nos dejan sevir a Dios. Veamos algunas de ellas y la solucion para romperlas.

    Las Cadenas Son Rotas Pastor Amat Fernandez Hechos 12:1-11 1 Y EN el mismo tiempo el rey Herodes echó mano á maltratar algunos de la iglesia. 2 Y mató á cuchillo á Jacobo, hermano de Juan. 3 Y viendo que había agradado á los Judíos, pasó adelante para prender también á Pedro. Eran entonces ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Don't You Just Love Surprises?

    Contributed by James May on Jan 19, 2003
    based on 50 ratings
     | 8,288 views

    God’s ability to answer prayer will even surprise those who are praying.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Experiencing Release (Lesson 4)

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 31, 2003
    based on 72 ratings
     | 2,901 views

    Series: What Happens When the Church Prays?

    A. PROBLEMS FACING THE CHURCH 1. Politics bring trouble. When Caligula was Caesar, he took Emperor worship seriously, putting a statue of himself in the Jewish Temple. This resulted in Jewish struggles and Roman persecutions. “The church had rest” (Acts 9:31). When Claudius became Caesar in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bob Hunter avatar

    What Do You Worship?

    Contributed by Bob Hunter on Jul 29, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 7,905 views

    Contemporary treatment of Herod’s tragic death. Video clip suggestion, relevant illustrations, practical points of application.

    "What do you worship?" Acts 12:20-25 By Pastor Bob Hunter Suggested Video Clip: "What do you worship?" Available at www.willowvideo.com Introduction: As we continue our series in Acts, I want to call your attention to rather peculiar death of King Herod the Agrippa. Now, I’m warning you ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • James May avatar

    In The Darkest Hour Expect A Miracle

    Contributed by James May on Apr 24, 2005
    based on 61 ratings
     | 26,650 views

    Our God is a Deliverer! When the devil thinks he has won and the world thinks your done - that’s when God will deliver! Expect a miracle!

    IN THE DARKEST HOUR EXPECT A MIRACLE by Pastor Jim May What a wonderful God we serve. I can truly say that serving the Lord is a wonderful privilege. To be used by God, even in the very smallest of manner according to our opinion, is a great privilege indeed. Though most of the members of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Price Of Pride Series

    Contributed by Rich Dunbar on Apr 26, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,880 views

    This sermon looks at the pride of Herod Agrippa in Acts 12:1-4 and 20-24.

    The Purpose Pride ruled (v. 1) – Herod Agrippa is the grandson of Herod the Great. He is the first heir of Herod’s to hold the title of King since his grandfather’s death. He is also the first person to rule over the same complete kingdom since his grandfather. He had been in previous trouble ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Why Did You Sign Up?

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 27, 2002
    based on 19 ratings
     | 7,716 views

    This sermon deals with discipleship and why is it that we chose to become Christians in the first place.

    Why Did You Sign Up? GNLCC 11/10/2002 Job 1:6-22 Luke 5:1-11 Text Acts 12:1-4 Eric Jackson was a nineteen year old junior in high school who wanted some excitement in his life. He had failed the proficiency exams three times and it didn’t look as though he was going to graduate next ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Day Of Prayer For The Persecuted Church

    Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Nov 12, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 5,191 views

    This is for the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church.

    [[A word about this sermon. This was a message for the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church. This sermon was preached in four movements, or parts. We gathered. We read Psalm 23 responsively. We sang 2 songs. I then preached Part I. We sang 3 songs. I then preached Part II. ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    The Mystery Of Providence And The Majesty Of Peace Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 18, 2004
    based on 74 ratings
     | 7,337 views

    God’s Providence is PERSONAL, PATIENT, PERFECT. God’s Peace comes thru being SAVED, and SECURE! Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

    The Mystery of Providence and the Majesty of Peace Acts 12 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/MysteriesOfProvidence.html We looked at Ch. 11 last week…I put up my sermons each wk. in an accordion folder…so you could say this week I filed ch. 11! There’s a very interesting triangle around the church ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Don Schultz avatar

    God's Secret Service

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Sep 24, 2004
    based on 37 ratings
     | 6,600 views

    Angels - what they do, and why God cares enough to send them into our lives.

    Acts 12:1-11 THE SECRET SERVICE As a child of God, you are being watched, and you are being guarded and protected, much more than you realize. Have you ever noticed how much the candidates for president are being watched? It’s not always obvious when you see them on TV, but every where they go, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Matthew Morine avatar

    The Impossible Prayer

    Contributed by Matthew Morine on Sep 27, 2004
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,879 views

    To make us believe that God is still working in our lives today. That we cannot place the Lord in a box and give him commands.

    THE IMPOSSIBLE PRAYER FOCUS: THE ACCOUNT OF THE ARREST OF PETER AND HIS DELIVERANCE BY THE HAND OF GOD. FUNCTION: TO PROMOTE A STRONGER FAITH IN THE WEAK PRAYERS OF CHRISTIANS. TEXT: ACTS 12:1-17 INTRODUCTION Eddie from the Brown Trail Church of Christ in Bedford, Texas pulled me aside ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Michael Luke avatar

    God's Dramedy Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Sep 27, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,840 views

    In strife or in humorous situations, God is still in control.

    SERIES: “LESSONS FROM THE EARLY CHURCH” TEXT: ACTS 12:1-25 TITLE: “GOD’S DRAMEDY” INTRODUCTION: A. Are you confused by the title of this message? 1. It’s probably because you’ve never heard the term dramedy ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Guy Caley avatar

    Prayer For Others Series

    Contributed by Guy Caley on Jun 15, 2003
    based on 71 ratings
     | 7,514 views

    8th in the series "Patterns for Prayer." Looks at the Church’s payers for Peter in prison as a pattern of intercessory prayer.

    Introduction: "Somebody’s Praying Me Through--with military testimonies" (Available at http://doxologyrecords.com/news/article.asp?intNewsItemKey=16) At it’s best prayer is not simply a list of things I want from God but also a time of intercession for others. Intercession is when we pray for ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Marty Baker avatar

    How To Know Where To Go Series

    Contributed by Marty Baker on Mar 10, 2003
    based on 35 ratings
     | 4,866 views

    This sermon focues on determining the will of God in your life. It is the final messsage in a series of talks based on Romans 12:2. Topical in nature.

    How to Know Where to Go Romans 12:2 Mind Games / Dr. Marty Baker / February 23, 2003 www.stevenscreek.net Last summer, our family took a vacation that we will always remember. We loaded the van, drove to Atlanta and hopped on a plane and flew into the wild blue yonder. We arrived at our ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God