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  • Russell Brownworth avatar

    In Times Like These

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Sep 9, 2002
    based on 64 ratings
     | 10,421 views

    We are faced with new realities and possibilitites which make us ask the question, "What do you do in times like these". The world got the only true answer in the promise fulfilled by a cross.

    September 8, 2002 Profound events drive us to sometimes larger-than-life actions. Almost a year ago my wife’s cousin, John was at his downtown New York office on a bright September Tuesday morning. There was a buzz of excitement as someone announced that one of “the towers” had smoke coming ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Soul Purpose Of The Church

    Contributed by Gregory Baskin on Jan 12, 2002
    based on 170 ratings
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    The soul purpose of the church is evangelism. To reach lost people. It is not a hotel for the saints, it is a hospital for sinners.

    The Soul Purpose of the Church Intro: What is the primary focus of the church? Fellowship? Teaching? Is it potluck dinners? entertainment? The soul purpose of the church is evangelism. To reach lost people. It is not a hotel for the saints, it is a hospital for sinners. Look at the message ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • A. Todd Coget avatar

    Christ's Credentials Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Jan 23, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,463 views

    This sermon explains why Chirst is uniquely qualified to be the Son of God and how we should be leading people to Christ the way Peter did on the Day of Pentecost.

    Christ’s Credentials Acts 2:22-39 January 27, 2002 Intro: A. [Resume Stoppers, Citation: Dave Wilkinson, Leadership, Vol. 12, no. 1.] In Leadership magazine, Dave Wilkinson write the following to pastors… Have you ever wondered why your pastoral resume doesn’t evoke more enthusiasm? Do you ever ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Grice's Quality Maxim Series

    Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Feb 7, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 3,754 views

    Generally good guidelines to follow in basic Communications, Grice’s Maxims can be used to improve our Evangelism skills and serve the Lord!

    Using Grice’s Maxims for Optimal Evangelism 1 - Grice’s Quality Maxim Though Paul Grice was a philosopher and not a theologian, he had principles that can apply in sharing our Faith with others seeking and curious about Christianity. ’Grice’s Maxims’ were his ideas for effective ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Leslie Trombly avatar

    The Keys To Freedom

    Contributed by Leslie Trombly on Jul 17, 2001
    based on 19 ratings
     | 9,444 views

    Even if you are in Prisoned or a prisoner of your body due to disability..you cna be free!

    Do you want freedom from the prison you are in? Whether it is a structural, physical or emotional prison that you find yourself in. There are three keys to freedom. Before I reveal the Keys to your permanent freedom, we will look at the sources of your prison - albeit of the structural, physical or ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What's This Baptism Thing All About?

    Contributed by Bruce Howell on Aug 4, 2001
    based on 239 ratings
     | 4,386 views

    To draw attention to the importance of water baptism in the life of a believer.

    What’s This Baptism Thing All About? Acts 2:22-41 22 "Men of Israel, listen to this: Jesus of Nazareth was a man accredited by God to you by miracles, wonders and signs, which God did among you through him, as you yourselves know. 23 This man was handed over to you by God’s set purpose and ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Using Legends To Evangelize Across Cultures

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,164 views

    USING LEGENDS TO EVANGELIZE ACROSS CULTURES

    USING LEGENDS TO EVANGELIZE ACROSS CULTURES Introduction - Every society is proud of its traditions, culture, and historical discoveries. When I first came to Africa it amazed me at what reverence the people gave to the stories of past. Parents told legends about Joseph and his brothers to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Contextualize Your Preaching And Teaching

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 14, 2001
    based on 28 ratings
     | 8,279 views

    How to Contextualize Your Preaching and Teaching

    How to Contextualize Your Preaching and Teaching CONTEXTUALIZATION OF PREACHING- Preaching with contextualization requires one to understand his audiences’ world view. Preachers cannot expect people to adopt their world view automatically. Most people move from what they know to what they need ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Pentecost - The Lord’s Church

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jul 30, 2002
    based on 334 ratings
     | 42,594 views

    Two very different churches, aren’t they? Both are very busy in what they are trying to do. But one is dying. Why? What is the church supposed to be? And what is the church supposed to do?

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Revised: 2013) ILL. In one of my sermons 2 years ago I told you about the Broadway Presbyterian Church in Upper Manhattan, New York. Their story was reported in the January 26, 2002, issue of World Magazine. That article said that in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Tony Cansler avatar

    How To Have Successful Church Growth

    Contributed by Tony Cansler on May 1, 2001
    based on 98 ratings
     | 4,572 views

    A Message to the Church

    7 Steps to having Church Growth? Acts 2 Introduction Pentecost in the Old Testament occurred 50 days after Passover. New Testament occurs 50 days after Christ arose from the Grave. OT Pentecost witnessed the slaying of some 3000 souls. NT Pentecost witnessed the Saving of some 3000 souls. · Ex ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Atwood avatar

    Staying Awake In Church

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jun 1, 2001
    based on 304 ratings
     | 35,329 views

    How the excitement of the Day of Pentecost can continue in the church today.

    Ever see someone fall asleep in church? It can be pretty funny. An evangelist friend of mine tells the story of an old man who fell asleep in church. The man’s mouth was wide open with his head tilted back. All of a sudden a fly flew into the man’s wide-open mouth. Naturally, this was an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Haines avatar

    The Comforter Has Come

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Jun 2, 2001
    based on 58 ratings
     | 8,193 views

    A deductive exposition of Acts 2 focusing on the changes produced in our lives by the Holy Spirit’s presence.

    Text: Acts 2 Title: The Comforter Has Come Topic: Holy Spirit / Christian Living Theme: Presence of Holy Spirit / Changed Lives Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness challenging God’s people in my care to seek the Holy Spirit’s presence in their lives in order to be changed. Response: ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Ted Sutherland avatar

    Believers Baptism

    Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Jun 7, 2001
    based on 230 ratings
     | 5,177 views

    Baptism does not save! So why bother?

    1. Arguments for or against "Baptismal Regeneration" "eis" Their argument is that no Lexicon translates it "because of" John Pickering = into, on, to, towards, against, upon, because of, with respect to, among, through, for. Liddell and Scott’s Greek-English Lexicon = in regard to, in relation to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Stanley Vasu avatar

    Reflections On The Day Of Pentecost

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 22, 2001
    based on 58 ratings
     | 19,253 views

    THIS SERMON IS ABOUT THE SPIRITUAL LESSONS WE CAN LEARN FROM THE EVENTS ON THE DAY OF PENTECOST NAMELY 1.TIMING 2.TOGETHERNESS 3.TWINKLING 4.TRANSFORMATION 5.TESTIMONY 6.TRUST 7.TEMPLE

    REFLECTIONS ON THE DAY OF PENTECOST *********************************** OUTLINE 1.TIMING 2.TOGETHERNESS 3.TWINKLING 4.TRANSFORMATION 5.TESTIMONY 6.TRUST 7.TEMPLE THE MESSAGE REFLECTIONS ON THE DAY OF PENTECOST *********************************** 1.TIMING The timing of God is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Alan Chandler avatar

    "What's Stopping You?"

    Contributed by Alan Chandler on Feb 19, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 6,457 views

    Looking at what the Spirit did for Peter at Pentecost, can encourage us to accomplish great things for God!

    "WHAT’S STOPPING YOU?" Acts 2: 14-41 I) Intro: A) Obstacles into Opportunities (Local illustrations work best) II) Text: (Joke about length…remember the text is a sermon) A) Recap 1) Spirit came upon them / other tongues 2) Being made fun of B) Peter Defends position 1) Not drunk… 2) Uses text ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist