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  • Richard Cook avatar

    This Is The Time For Salvation

    Contributed by Richard Cook on Aug 18, 2009
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    Acts 2:1-2:21 (NIV, NIRV, TNIV, KJV) There is no time like the present to surrender your life to God,He’s just as real and just as active as he was in 33AD, and He want everyone to "come to the knowledge of salvation through Jesus Christ, our Lord

    Acts 2:1-4,14-17,21 And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Redneck Christians

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Aug 22, 2009
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    We must get out of the upper room to live for Jesus. It is about evangelism.

    Since Easter we have been considering what keeps us locked away in the upper room like the Disciples. The point that I keep trying to support is that we need to learn how to be a church that is not limited by walls…Wither as protection from the world pressing in on us or as a way of blocking our ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    The Baptism In The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Aug 28, 2009
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    It all started in a small 2nd story room in Jerusalem on the Jewish feast of Pentecost. “They were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak with other tongues.” In those few words, we find the unique emphasis of our church.

    The Empowering Experience of the Spirit Rick Warren, pastor of Saddleback Church, writes; “mention the power of the Holy Spirit and most people think of miraculous demonstrations and intense emotions. Most of the time the power of the Holy Spirit is released in your life in quiet, unassuming ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • David Henderson avatar

    Pentecostal Power Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 31, 2009
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    This message points to the awesome power seen at Pentecost and the power available to us today. In this message I also draw an analogy between the story of the Tower of Babel and Pentecost. There are many notable differences.

    The Power of a Changed Life Pentecostal Power Acts 2: 1-21 back in the OT we find a very interesting story about the building of the tower of Babel. This was early of course in history, population much smaller but the people had learned a brand new technology: how to make bricks. Now their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Expect Chaos (Pentecost)

    Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 15, 2008
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    This is a Pentecost sermon that focuses on the power of the Holy Spirit to make things happen.

    “Expect Chaos!” In the spirit of Mother’s day, I would like to tell the tale of four-year-old Little Johnny… Johnny asked, "Mommy, where do babies come from? "The stork, dear." replied Johnny’s Mom. "Mommy, who keeps bad people from robbing our house?" Asked Little Johnny. Johnny’s mother ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    You're Fired

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Dec 30, 2008
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    Pentecost: When the Holy Spirit comes, He fires us from past traditions, old exclusivism, and tepid temperatures,and gives us passion for the future.

    If you have ever suddenly and unwillingly joined the ranks of the unemployed, how did that feel? When you got that pink slip, what was that like? Oh, you jumped up and down and shouted, "Oh, goody, I don’t have to get up early tomorrow morning! Thank you, thank you, thank you, Lord, I’ve always ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Case For Christ

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Apr 18, 2009
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    This is based on Peter’s first sermon in Acts 2, and reveals the evidence and arguments that prove Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God. It is an expository sermon. Power Point is available, just e-mail me.

    The Case for Christ by Scott R. Bayles, preacher Church of Christ, Freeport, Illinois One day, a handful of Greek men approached Phillip and said, “Sir, we wish to see Jesus” (John 12:21). Seeing Jesus has been on the minds of spiritual seekers ever since. Jesus is the world’s preeminent ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Scott Pyle avatar

    I Have A Hope

    Contributed by Scott Pyle on Apr 25, 2009
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    Our hope is in Jesus.

    I.Hope for freedom from sin. A. Salvation. Sins of the past. B. Sanctification. Freedom from sin nature. 1Jo 3:3 And every man that hath this hope in him purifieth himself, even as he is pure. II.Hope for freedom from sorrow. A. Gods people are a happy people. Pr 10:28 The hope of ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    A Harvesting Church

    Contributed by Tim Hbc on Apr 30, 2009
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    The type of Church the Spirit forms. A Church that harvests the nations.

    Two stories... A young boy is at church with his mother. He is a good little boy, quiet & well behaved. He doesn’t cause any problems. But sometimes he stands up in the pew, turns around, and looks at the people behind him. He smiles a great big smile at them. His smile is infectious. Soon ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tyler Edwards avatar

    Pentecost Series

    Contributed by Tyler Edwards on May 5, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 13,700 views

    One of the most important days in history occurs 50 days after the ascension of Jesus Christ. For on the day of Pentecost the church was born.

    2. The Book of Acts May 31st, 2009 Pentecost Start by leading the song happy birthday pausing for name of then finishing song! If you have been to a charismatic church you know that they do some things a little differently than we do. Our overall theology is very similar but there are a few ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Why Speak In Tongues

    Contributed by Rusty Tardo on May 7, 2009
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,905 views

    Why should I speak in tongues? What good is it? What happens when a believer speaks in tongues?

    Eight Scriptural Reasons Why You Should Speak in Tongues Dr. Russell K. Tardo Why speak in tongues? What good is it? How can it be profitable if I don’t understand what I’m saying? Many people question the validity of the Pentecostal experience (the baptism of the Holy Spirit) and even those ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jimmy Dillon avatar

    Nailed To The Cross

    Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on Mar 10, 2008
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     | 7,170 views

    Palm Sunday Message that looks at Why Jesus was nailed to the Cross and what kept Him there.

    NAILED TO THE CROSS (Palm Sunday Message) Acts 2:22-24 INTRODUCTON This week begins what we call “Easter Week” and my message comes from a not so typical place for an Easter Message Today is Palm Sunday, the day Jesus rode into Jerusalem with all the people shouting “HOSANNA, blessed is He Who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Surber avatar

    Transformed By Grace

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Mar 29, 2008
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     | 4,658 views

    There are a lot of things that we can learn from Peter. This morning though I want to ask you to be reminded of just one thing. What transformed Peter from an unstable man into a man of courage? The grace of God and the power of the resurrection!

    Transformed By Grace, Acts 2:14a, 22-32 Introduction During the first and second centuries, the symbol of Christianity was the fish. A present-day Christian decided that a fishhook would be the proper emblem for a soul-winner to use for winning people to Christ, so he had a little golden fishhook ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    "The Nature Of The Holy Spirit"

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Mar 31, 2008
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    The nature of the Holy Spirit is seen in the revelation of Himself at Pentecost - Wind, fire, and Languages

    “The Nature of the Holy Spirit” April 6, 2008 “When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Reliving Pentecost: The Commotion Series

    Contributed by Matthew Morine on Apr 2, 2008
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     | 3,583 views

    To have the same results from Pentecost we have to begin to talk up the church and Christ again.

    RELIVING PENTECOST: THE COMMOTION THEME: MAKING THE CHURCH SOMETHING TO TALK ABOUT. TEXT: ACTS 2:1-13 People need something to talk about. It amazes me how quickly gossip can spread. Rumors in can circulate in hours. People make special calls on cell phones to inform others of gossip. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ