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Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Jan 6, 2004

Examine the scriptual definition of Spiritual gifts, where they come from, why we have them, and what we should do with them.

Spiritual Gifts Rev. Bruce A. Shields DD House of Faith Ministries www.PS127.org What are Spiritual Gifts? To understand what Spiritual Gifts are and where they come from, and what they are for, we must examine the scriptures which answers all of these questions. Psalms 127:1 “Except the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1-2

Denomination: Bible Church

Issues Of Life - Part Two

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 28, 2006

Your heart determines the health and well being of your whole body and your soul. The heart - Governs the life and death issues for both physical and spiritual matters.

- Part Two – <Power Point available upon request.> Review of Part One – Proverbs 4:23 Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it spring the issues of life. Your heart determines the health and well being of your whole body and your soul. The heart - Governs the life and death issues ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Am I Suppose To Do With My Life?

Contributed by Kenneth Anthony on Jul 23, 2006

Modern trend is that people are postponing major decisions in life. People have little direction. True calling is to serve God with spiritual gifts.

What Am I Suppose To Do With My Life? People today don’t know what they want to do with their lives. Despite all of our wealth, education, and opportunity people are constantly searching for happiness and fulfillment. Their journey never seems to end because they are reluctant to grow up and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:6-14

Denomination: Orthodox

Joy In The Morning

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Sep 30, 2014

God loves to bless His children. We may go through the dark night but Joy comes in the morning.

“Joy in the Morning” October 5, 2014 Jeremiah 29:11-13 “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-13

Denomination: Holiness

Where Do We Go From Here?

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 8, 2013

The reign of Josiah gives us cause for concern today. But it also offers hope if we will turn to the Lord

Where do We go from Here? 2 Chronicles 35:1-29 Introduction The Scripture we read this morning tells us of a young king Called Josiah. He was only eight years old when he became king. The text we just read happened when Josiah was 26 years of age. Let us look further into the background of this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 35:1-29, 2 Chronicles 35:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

His Name Through Faith In His Name! Series

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Jul 10, 2011

The power to effectively witness for Christ comes from dependency on the Holy Ghost, The Word and His Name as explained by Peter after the healing of the lame man at the temple gate Beautiful.

(Act 3:16) And his name through faith in his name hath made this man strong, whom ye see and know: yea, the faith which is by him hath given him this perfect soundness in the presence of you all. (Act 2:21) And it shall come to pass, that whosoever shall call on the name of the Lord shall be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ascribe To The Lord

Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Apr 9, 2011

As we all know, in approximately three weeks this country will be celebrating Thanksgiving Day.

As we all know, in approximately three weeks this country will be celebrating Thanksgiving Day. In all reality this is a very beautiful tradition as it was established by the colony of pilgrims that was formed in Plymouth, Massachusetts, with only one purpose; the purpose of this date of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 96:6-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Baptism

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Oct 20, 2007

This sermon addresses the elements of baptism as well as why we perform this sacrament.

Introduction A Baptist congregation installed a new full immersion baptistery in the sanctuary as part of an extensive remodeling project. But the county building inspector wouldn’t okay its’ installation. “I can’t,” he said, “unless it has a separate septic tank.” The trusties couldn’t ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:12-16

Denomination: Lutheran

An Attitude Of Gratitude

Contributed by Mark Baker on Sep 14, 2007

Having a grateful heart opens the doorway to greater blessings from God.

God is so good, He loves to bestow His gifts upon His children. The Bible tells us that all good gifts come from God. If it’s good, then it’s from God. James 1:17 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Six Secrets To A Generous Life

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jul 9, 2012

How to enjoy giving.

“Six Secrets to a Generous Life” 2 Corinthians 9:1 For as touching the ministering to the saints, it is superfluous for me to write to you: 2 For I know the forwardness of your mind, for which I boast of you to them of Macedonia, that Achaia was ready a year ago; and your zeal hath ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 11, 2013

Spiritual gifts are given to prepare God's people for service and for building up the body of Christ.

Understanding Spiritual Gifts The spiritual gifts can be found in the following passages of Scripture: Romans 12:6-8 - Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us, let us use them: if prophecy, let us prophesy in proportion to our faith; or ministry, let us use it ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:6-8

Denomination: Charismatic

The Sermon On The Mount

Contributed by Monty Newton on Feb 4, 2020

Jesus calls us to experience happiness in living upside down lives.

Title: Eight (or Maybe Nine) Upside Down Blessings Text: Matthew 5:1-12 Thesis: Jesus calls us to experience happiness in living upside down lives. Introduction One of the most uncomfortable moments of my life occurred a few years ago when a colleague invited me to meet her for coffee at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lesson 24 A Prayer For Their Sanctification And Preservation (Series: Lessons On 1 Thess.) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 11, 2020

Paul includes all his exhortations in a prayer for sanctification and assures believers that a faithful God will answer it.

1/27/19 Tom Lowe Lesson 24: A Prayer For Their Sanctification and Preservation (1Thess. 5:23-24) Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24 (NIV) 23 May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through[4]. May your whole spirit[2], soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

"god's Favor To The Faithful"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Feb 15, 2020

God is a good God who loves to reward those who follow Him.

“Favor to the Faithful” February 16, 2020 Psalm 113 The very first memories I have are walking down an old dirt road, up in Northern Minnesota, with my mom and big brother. We were walking a mile or so to go see my Aunt, Mom’s sister. My family of five lived in a one room tar paper shack. As I ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

The Word Of His Grace

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jul 8, 2024

It is said, and it is a true statement that what is needed most today is not the voice of man, but the voice of God.

The Word of His Grace By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - It is said, and it is a true statement that what is needed most today is not the voice of man, but the voice of God. That is never truer than right now for we are a generation that is bombarded with a bunch of nonsense, lies, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:32

Denomination: Apostolic