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  • Stephen Belokur avatar

    Theophilus And The Ascension Of Jesus

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on May 30, 2017
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    The Gospel of Luke and Acts were both written by Luke and were both addressed to Theophilus. Are you Theophilus?

    Please stand with me as we read The Apostles Creed I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth: And in Jesus Christ His only Son, our Lord; Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, Suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; He ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Paul And Wisdom Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on May 27, 2018
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    In this passage the apostle reminds the Corinthians how he acted when he first preached the gospel to them.

    August 26, 2012 Lessons on First Corinthians By: Tom Lowe Lesson 2.4: Paul and Wisdom Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2.1-5 1 Cor 2.1-5 (KJV) 1 And I, brethren, when I came to you, came not with excellency of speech or of wisdom, declaring unto you the testimony of God. 2 For I determined not to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith Without Borders

    Contributed by John Hardwick on Aug 25, 2016
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    Faith without Borders is the physical act of pulling out all stops that limits our trust in Jesus.

    IlL. Faith without Borders is the physical act of pulling out all stops that limits our trust in Jesus. “I believe in Christianity as I believe that the sun has risen: not only because I see it, but because by it I see everything else.” C.S. Lewis Hebrews 11 Now faith is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Redeemed Redeemed

    Contributed by Monte Brown on Oct 10, 2012
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    Eternal life requires redemption, so what does it mean to be redeemed. It is the act or process of buying back.

    Redeemed Redeemed Introduction Today there seems to be those that teach that there is many ways to God. I would like to state the Word of God, the Holy Bible is the infallible Word of God and it states that there is only one way to God and that plan was given as a promise in Genesis 3:15 and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Truth Will Set You Free Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 16, 2021
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    It is easy enough to be superficially attracted to Jesus, but the test is continuing with Jesus. Real faith is life-long act.

    You’ve Got the Time is taking 28 minutes a day to listen to the New Testament on mp3. You’ll cover the entire New Testament in just forty days. 28 minutes a day for forty days – it’s just that simple. You can pick up free mp3s at any of our exits as you leave today. Our entire church family began ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Branch Of Righteousness Series

    Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Dec 24, 2021
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    Repentance, conviction and responding are the parts of the righteous act. Do you want to live as a righteous person this Christmas.

    A Branch of Righteousness I indeed baptize you with water; but One mightier than I is coming, whose scandal strap I am not worthy to loose. - Luke 3:16 Nicholas was born of wealthy parents in A.D. 280 in a small town called Patara in Asia Minor. He lost his parents early by a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Encouraging The Servant Of God Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 4, 2025
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    Acts 18:1-17 shows us how God encourages his servants in difficult circumstances.

    Introduction “The Christian’s chief occupational hazards are depression and discouragement” (John Blanchard, The Complete Gathered Gold: A Treasury of Quotations for Christians [Webster, New York; Darlington, England: Evangelical Press, 2006], 145). So writes the Rev. Dr. John R. W. Stott, my ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Peter's Second Sermon Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 8, 2024
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    Acts 3:11-26 shows us four notable features in Peter’s second sermon.

    Introduction We continue our study in the Book of Acts in a sermon series called, “Turning the World Upside Down.” Jesus commissioned his apostles to “make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:19). After his ascension into heaven, the Holy Spirit came upon the apostles and the other disciples ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Your Plans, God's Plan, Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 9, 2021
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    The final words in the Greek text of Acts is the “unhindered.” God supernaturally orchestrates everything so that the gospel is unstoppable.

    Before we really get started this morning, I feel the need to say something. In this political season, I think I need to say, “I am Scott Maze and I approve this message” -:). What if you could say one sentence that the entire world could understand? What would you say? Our study of Acts concludes ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Listening & Doing Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
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    Believers should both hear and act on the Word of God. Those who listen and respond are blessed in their actions.

    Ever had your parents ask you to do something, and you're like, 'Yeah, yeah, I heard you,' but then you never actually do it? It's like you heard the words, but they just didn't sink in. James is telling us that it's not enough to just hear God's Word; we've got to do something about it. Remember ...read more

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    Let This Mind Be In You PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023
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    Understand and cultivate the mind of Christ in our lives, enabling us to think, act, and love like Him.

    Good morning, beloved congregation. We are gathered here today to explore a profound teaching found in the book of Philippians. I am particularly thrilled because we will be delving into how we can cultivate the mind of Christ in our daily lives. In Philippians 2:5, Apostle Paul writes, "In your ...read more

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    Now Is The Time PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2023
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    Emphasize the urgency of acting now in unity and faith, especially in challenging times, rather than falling into complacency.

    Good morning, Church family. As we gather here today, let's take to heart the words of the Apostle Paul in his second letter to the Corinthians. "For he says, 'In a favorable time I listened to you, and in a day of salvation I have helped you.' Behold, now is the favorable time; behold, now is the ...read more

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    Adoption

    Contributed by David Scudder on Aug 21, 2010
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    The word "adoption" is an action noun, so it acts like a verb, i.e. the Holy Spirit performs the act of adopting. In Roman law an adopted child had the exact same position and privileges as a natural born child, e.g. legal standing, or inheritance.

    Purpose: To show what spiritual adoption is and what a great privilege it is. INTRODUCTION: ADOPTION huiothesia ^5206^, from huios, "a son," and thesis, "a placing," akin to tithemi, "to place," signifies the place and condition of a son given to one to whom it does not naturally belong. The word ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Self- Control

    Contributed by Norman Bernad on Jul 20, 2023
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    When the Spirit has control of our thoughts and actions, then we'll be able to think before we act and have the willingness and strength to follow God's will for our lives. Self-control requires that we think before we act.

    Self- Control (Fruits of the Holy Spirit) Gal 5: 22 1. Psalm: 11 2. Judges 16:4-18 3. Genesis 39:11-18 Today we come to the ninth and final fruit of the Spirit – the fruit of self-control. Self-control means having power over your body’s desires and passions. It is impossible to succeed in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    "Conversations With God Believers Series

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Oct 26, 2022
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    Acts 17 is the story of a monotheistic Jew smack dab in the middle of polytheistic Gentiles. Acts 17 is the story of a narrow minded former Pharisee surrounded by broad minded philosophers. Conversations with God believers. Paul found common ground even with Athenians. (Barna quote)

    In Jesus Holy Name October 16, 2022 Text: Acts 17:2-4,10-11 Redeemer Lutheran “Conversations with God Believers” Acts 17 records the missionary journey of Paul and Silas. They arrive in ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran