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  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    The Disastrous Effects Of Impatience Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 21, 2023
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    Even when the times are tough, and we feel like God should act … we must wait on Him! Abram and Sarai refused to hear this, and acted impulsively to usher in the birth of a child.

    Introduction - 2023 has had one primary “purpose”: To know there is a God! -- Continuing our series, “Alpha and Omega”; examining the beginning to the end - Last week we examined the promise God gave Abram which is also for us! -- Even in the face of despair and frustration (which many ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Paul's Model Of Pastoral Care (Acts 20:28-31)

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 13, 2024
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    In the book of Acts, the apostle Paul leaves the city of Ephesus for the last time. In his farewell to the elders of the church, he summarized his work both as a fellow elder and fellow servant of the Lord Jesus Christ

    In Acts 20, Paul was about to leave Ephesus and the church he helped to plant. For over three years, he and his fellow elders in the faith worked together to proclaim the message of salvation in Jesus Christ alone. He also spent considerable time teaching the Word of God and sound doctrine ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    B-Setting The Stage For The Spirit Of God-2 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 5, 2005
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     | 2,592 views

    Part 2 of a 5-part sermon. Luke recorded for Theophilus an account of those acts which preceded the coming of the Holy Spirit in Jesus’ physical absence. 17 acts setting the stage for the Spirit of God.

    B-Setting the Stage for the Spirit-II—Acts 1:4-8 Luke recorded for Theophilus an account of Jesus earthly acts/ministry as well as an account of those acts which preceded the coming of the Holy Spirit in His absence. How is the stage set for the acts of the Holy Spirit? 8 ways in which the Stage ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    B-Setting The Stage For The Spirit Of God-3 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 18, 2005
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     | 1,806 views

    Part 3 of a 5-part sermon. Luke recorded for Theophilus an account of those acts which preceded the coming of the Holy Spirit in Jesus’ physical absence. 17 acts setting the stage for the Spirit of God.

    B-Setting the Stage for the Spirit-III—Acts 1:4-8 Luke recorded for Theophilus an account of those acts which preceded the coming of the Holy Spirit in Jesus’ physical absence. How is the stage set for the acts of the Holy Spirit? 17 acts setting the stage for the Spirit of God are... 1. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why The Holy Spirit Does Not Give Into Our Whims, But Helps To Bring Out Go

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 17, 2006
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     | 1,280 views

    The Holy Spirit listens to our cries, but selectively responds to the prayers that are in conformity with the will of God for our lives. The Spirit acts as our advocate to the Father, but acts only according to the will of God. The Spirit has a way of fi

    Why The Holy Spirit Does Not Give Into Our Whims, but Helps to Bring Out God’s Best in Us and Teaches Us to Love What is Difficult by Paul Fritz Romans 8:26-8:28 Why The Holy Spirit Does Not Give Into Our Whims, but Helps to Bring Out God’s Best in Us and Teaches Us to Love What is Difficult - ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Giving That Pleases God Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 5, 2014
     | 14,416 views

    We Christians want to please God in all things. Even in the act of giving, we want to please Him. The Apostle to the Gentiles provides instruction designed to ensure that we please Him in this act of worship.

    “In this matter I give my judgment: this benefits you, who a year ago started not only to do this work but also to desire to do it. So now finish doing it as well, so that your readiness in desiring it may be matched by your completing it out of what you have. For if the readiness is there, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In Memoriam Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 29, 2021
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    Is the Lord's Supper an act performed by rote, or do we worship the Lord through this act? The Meal is designed to actively bring to mind the sacrifice of our Saviour, bring us to the point of worship.

    “I received from the Lord what I also delivered to you, that the Lord Jesus on the night when he was betrayed took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it, and said, ‘This is my body which is for you. Do this in remembrance of me.’ In the same way also he took the cup, after supper, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Beyond The Upper Room: The Promised Empowerment Of The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 1, 2023
     | 1,565 views

    The Second Chapter of Acts describes the birth of the church in accordance with the declaration of the Lord Jesus (Matthew 16:13-19). Acts shows the power and direction of the Holy Spirit in the work of the church beyond the day of Pentecost.

    Every Bible-believing follower of Jesus Christ will confess, affirm, and proclaim that what happened to the one hundred and twenty followers of Jesus on the Day of Pentecost was an undeniable supernatural act of the Holy Spirit in accordance with the teaching and promise given by the Lord Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Transformed By Truth: What Must I Do To Be Saved? Acts 16:30-31 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 24, 2024
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     | 1,178 views

    The most important question in life: "What must I do to be saved?" This question, asked by the Philippian jailer in Acts 16:30, is foundational to our faith.

    Transformed by Truth: What Must I Do to Be Saved? Acts 16:30-31 Introduction: Today, we address one of the most important questions in life: "What must I do to be saved?" This question, asked by the Philippian jailer in Acts 16:30, is foundational to our faith. Our exploration will ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Trusting God To Do Miracles (And Not To Do Miracles) Acts - Part 20 Series

    Contributed by Jeff Christopherson on Jan 15, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,938 views

    What to remember in life’s darkest moments...

    Trusting god to do miracles (and not to do miracles) Acts Series: ¡§Completely Irreligious, Yet Radically Christian¡¨ Part 20 Pastor Jeff Christopherson June 1, 2003 Acts 12:1-24 The Range of Our Responses to Troubles: 1. Remaining FAITHFUL through incredible tragedy. 2. Gaining ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Redefining Significance (How To Surprise Your Biggest Critics) Acts Part 7 Series

    Contributed by Jeff Christopherson on Jan 15, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,610 views

    contrasting God’s and the world’s understanding of a significant life...

    Redefining significance: how to surprise your biggest critics Acts Series: ¡§Completely Irreligious, Yet Radically Christian¡¨ Part 7 Pastor Jeff Christopherson - February 23, 2003 Acts 4:1-22 I. HOW OUR WORLD DEFINES SIGNIFICANCE: 1. Success. (People speak of my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Darrell Stetler II avatar

    How True Love Does (And Doesn't) Act - Part I Series

    Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Feb 8, 2004
    based on 39 ratings
     | 4,684 views

    It’s one thing to TALK about "real, built-to-last love". . . it’s one thing to say, "We’ve got that "no-matter-what" love. But what does REAL love look like in practical, everyday life? I Cor. 13:4 tells us. . . *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

    Last week, we discussed the foundation of great, built-to-last relationships. It’s unselfish, unconditional love. But it’s one thing to talk about this love – but what does it look like in real life? How does this REAL love ACT? Well, we’re going to look at several ways it acts and DOESN’T ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    What Are Some Of The Ways I Can Avoid Acting, Speaking, Or Reacting Impulsively?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 16 ratings
     | 3,364 views

    1. Ask the Lord to help you to hold your tongue and consider carefully how your speech will effect others.

    1. Ask the Lord to help you to hold your tongue and consider carefully how your speech will effect others. James wrote, "Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry."(James 1:19) 2. Carefully consider the long-term effects of any impulsive behavior. Solomon wrote, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How Can The Lord Help You Overcome Any Tendency To Act As A Judge?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 38 ratings
     | 3,074 views

    Angry cynical people die young. Men who score high for hostility on standard tests are four times more likely to die prematurely than men whose scores are low.

    What are the problems with trying to play the role of a judge over others? Illustration:Angry cynical people die young. Men who score high for hostility on standard tests are four times more likely to die prematurely than men whose scores are low. Bottom Line, quoted in Homemade, February 1989. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Godspower Elishason avatar

    Is Time To Silence Familiar Spirits In The Church - Acts 16: 16 – 24

    Contributed by Godspower Elishason on May 9, 2011
    based on 18 ratings
     | 49,170 views

    This message is about the present day proliferation in the body of Christ of so called prophets

    From the above scripture you can see Apostle Paul’s stands against familiar spirits. Is high time for us to wake up to the challenges of our time. Though there may be casualties in the process but we can’t stand aloof and see the devil reducing the intergrity of God’s word, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic