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  • Jody VanSickle avatar

    The Coming Of The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Jody Vansickle on May 24, 2015
     | 4,149 views

    The Holy Spirit comes through both invitation and preparation.

    THE COMING OF THE HOLY SPIRIT: Acts 2:1-4 (Scriptures are from the God's Word translation) Pentecost Sunday is the day we celebrate the coming of the Holy Spirit in the lives of the Apostles & in the life of the Church. • But what we need to remember is that it didn’t just happen! ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    What Sort Of Day? Series

    Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Feb 17, 2019
     | 5,276 views

    The Day of the Lord is a day to prepare for and this is done by trusting in Jesus.

    Clear and present danger. When there’s danger, the alarm usually sounds—more than once. Sydney has a CBD emergency warning system. There are 98 speakers throughout the city and 13 messaging signs at key transport hubs. The system is designed to manage lots of people needing to be moved in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    We Have A Better And Lasting Possession Series

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 16, 2014
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     | 2,663 views

    To show that JESUS prepared a better and lasting possession for us.

    I. EXORDIUM: What can make you happy? To be with JESUS. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that JESUS prepared a better and lasting possession for us. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 10:34 (Amplified Bible) 10:34 For you did sympathize and suffer along with those who were ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Your Soil...god's Soil?

    Contributed by Lorraine Greeff on Apr 30, 2020
     | 4,565 views

    is your soil prepared for God, is your soil ready?

    YOUR SOIL…GOD’S SOIL? Let us read a well-known parable taken from Luke 8:5-15 A sower went out to sow his seed: and as he sowed, some fell by the wayside; and it was trodden down, and the fowls of the air devoured it. And some fell upon a rock; and as soon as it was sprung up, it withered away, ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Perry Greene avatar

    When Empty Places Become Holy Spaces

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 1, 2025
     | 56 views

    God works in the empty places to prepare us for the holy.

    When Empty Places Become Holy Spaces Hebrews 10:19–22 “Therefore, brothers and sisters, since we have confidence to enter the Most Holy Place by the blood of Jesus, by a new and living way opened for us through the curtain… let us draw near to God with a sincere heart in full assurance of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Isaiah Saw It Coming! Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 22, 2023
     | 1,619 views

    Isaiah foreshadowed John the Baptist preparing a way for Christ.

    Isaiah Saw It Coming! Jeffery Anselmi / General Comfort and Joy / Prophecy about Jesus; John the Baptist / Isaiah 40:3; Mark 1:2–4 Big Idea of the Message: Isaiah foreshadowed John the Baptist preparing a way for Christ. INTRODUCTION • We are a day away from Christmas! • I imagine the excitement ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Increasing Capacity For Advancement

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 5, 2025
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    Advancement is not accidental; it is the outcome of intentional preparation and capacity building.

    INCREASING CAPACITY FOR ADVANCEMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 54:2-3 (KJV) "Enlarge the place of thy tent, and let them stretch forth the curtains of thine habitations: spare not, lengthen thy cords, and strengthen thy stakes; For thou shalt break forth on the right hand and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Oh Lord! Position Me For Greatness

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 11, 2025
     | 435 views

    Greatness is not an accident; it is the outcome of divine arrangement, preparation, and timing.

    OH LORD! POSITION ME FOR GREATNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 41:38-44 "And Pharaoh said unto his servants, Can we find such a one as this is, a man in whom the Spirit of God is?" (Genesis 41:38) Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 28:13, Psalm 75:6-7, Daniel 2:48, 1 Samuel ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Jefferson Williams avatar

    Under Trials Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Sep 9, 2024
     | 1,559 views

    When trials come, we have a choice to trust God in joy or wallow in bitterness.

    James: Practical Faith  James 1:1-8 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church  09-08-2024 Dancing in the Rain  I watched the sky grow darker and felt the wind kick up.  I checked the radar, and sure enough, a thunderstorm was about to let loose.  Maxine and I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • MELVIN NEWLAND avatar

    Power Over Satan

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 3, 2001
    based on 257 ratings
     | 42,639 views

    Let’s contrast the power & authority of Jesus & of Satan in our lives.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX A. One of the great conflicts of life is the conflict over authority. "Who is in charge? Who controls what is going on?" This conflict occurs in the home between parents & children. It occurs between students & ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    The Dangers Of Presumption

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001
    based on 15 ratings
     | 6,139 views

    It is not wise to presume to use the authority of Jesus without knowing you are in His will

    Why It Is Not a Good Idea to Presume to Use the Name of Jesus Without His Authority (Acts 19:13-17) 1. Why do you suppose that some people try to get things accomplished for Jesus without the backing of His authority? Many people, consciously or unconsciously, presume to do seemingly good things ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Here Comes The Judge Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 43 ratings
     | 6,786 views

    UNJUST RULERS WILL HAVE TO ANSWER TO THE SUPREME JUDGE WHO IS THE FINAL AUTHORITY

    BIG IDEA: UNJUST RULERS WILL HAVE TO ANSWER TO THE SUPREME JUDGE WHO IS THE FINAL AUTHORITY (:1) INTRODUCTION -- CALL TO ORDER IN THE COURTROOM the Judge is God Himself (in the midst of His own congregation) the unjust rulers and unjust judges are the subjects of judgment I. (:2-4) CASE AGAINST ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    8 Ways To Obtain Favor Pt.3

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 20, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,793 views

    If God and His word and His men in authority are ignored there will be no friut and no favor!

    8 Ways to Obtain Favor Pt.3 Text: Isaiah 1:18-20 Come now, and let us reason together,” Says the LORD, “ Though your sins are like scarlet, They shall be as white as snow; Though they are red like crimson, They shall be as wool. 19 If you are willing and obedient, You shall ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Donato Solano avatar

    I Am A True Disciple

    Contributed by Donato Solano on Dec 1, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,739 views

    True disciples believe that Jesus is the Son of God and submit to His authority.

    INTRODUCTION: Have you not asked this question? Who is that Jesus that the first disciples believe? Did they believe in Jesus the “mere son” (lower than God or a semi-god)? Or they believed Jesus as the true and only God? What does it mean to believe that Jesus is the Son of God? Proposition: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Timothy Peck avatar

    The Voice Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Oct 9, 2002
    based on 138 ratings
     | 21,003 views

    Four ways Jesus speaks with authority to break through into our lives.

    One of my favorite movies is the Indiana Jones movie The Last Crusade. It’s the story of Indiana Jones and his father’s quest for the holy grail, the legendary chalice that Jesus used in his Last Supper with his disciples. In one of the final scenes, the ancient temple they’ve found the chalice in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational