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    The Holy Spirit In Biblical Symbols PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
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     | 486 views

    To explore and understand the symbolism of the violent wind and tongues of fire in Acts 2:1-3, which depict the arrival and transformative work of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

    Good morning, family of God! Isn't it wonderful to gather here today in the spirit of unity and fellowship? We're about to embark on an exploration of the rich symbolism used in the Bible to describe the Holy Spirit. We're diving into Acts 2:1-3, where the arrival of the Holy Spirit is depicted ...read more

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    The Symbols Of The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Patrick Usifo on Jul 20, 2023
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    Symbols are used in the Bible to identify and reveal the nature of our God, the Lord Jesus, and the Holy Spirit.

    The Symbols: Symbols are used in the Bible to identify and reveal the nature of our God, the Lord Jesus, and the Holy Spirit. He is called by symbols such as the Door, the Lamb, the True Vine, the Bread of Life, the Light, and the Lion of the tribe of Judah. Similarly, the Holy Spirit is symbolized ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Biblical Symbols Are Misused Series 3 Series

    Contributed by Patrick Usifo on Jul 20, 2023
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    However, biblical symbols have become the source of so much doctrinal misunderstanding in recent times.

    How Symbols Are Misused: However, biblical symbols have become the source of so much doctrinal misunderstanding in recent times. Many denominations have misinterpreted symbols to misrepresent the nature and personality of the Holy Spirit. On the other hand, a believer can ascribe to a false image ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why The Bible Uses Symbols? Second Part Series

    Contributed by Patrick Usifo on Jul 20, 2023
     | 749 views

    The Lord uses symbols in the Bible narratives as instruments to reveal certain truths about the Lord God.

    The Benefits of studying biblical symbols: I. First, symbols can help the saints with a better understanding of the nature and characteristics of the living God. II. Biblical symbols have the power of evoking thousands of words in a believer's mind. III. They allow the believer to see ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    He Was Led Like A Lamb To The Slaughter Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 3, 2023
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    Jesus, the Lamb of God, willingly gave His life to pay for our sins. He fulfilled the prophecies and became the ultimate sacrifice, providing us with eternal redemption.

    Hey guys, let's talk about something that might sound a bit weird at first - lambs. Yeah, you heard me right, lambs. But stick with me, okay? This is going to be good. You know how in the Bible, there's a lot of talk about lambs being used for sacrifices? Like, way back in the day, Adam and Eve ...read more

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    Symbols Of The Holy Spirit Pt 1 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 29, 2012
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     | 8,663 views

    We need the Holy Spirit within us today so that we can be powerful witnesses for the Kingdom of Heaven. To understand more of who the Holy Spirit is today we will look at three biblical symbols of the Holy Spirit --- fire, water and wind.

    Series: Holy Spirit Rises Opening video illustration: Jim Cymbala Session 4 intro – The Holy Spirit as Water, Wind and Fire. The clip talks about the Brooklyn Bridge and what it symbolizes to New York. Sermon: Symbols of the Holy Spirit – fire, wind and water Visuals on table: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why The Bible Shows The Holy Spirit In Symbols? Series

    Contributed by Patrick Usifo on Jul 7, 2023
     | 870 views

    A symbol is like a picture that speaks volumes about things that words cannot describe.

    Sometimes people inadvertently deploy iconic expressions to cut short the necessity of employing so many words in tactful discussions. For example, people often say a picture is worth a thousand words. This expression immediately brings up the image that a picture can reveal more intimate details ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Baptism: More Than Just A Symbol

    Contributed by Trae Durden on Aug 29, 2014
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    Baptism is a symbol that actually accomplishes that which it symbolizes! If you need to be united with Christ, if you need to be cleansed of your sin, if you need to be added to the church by God, then you need to be baptized.

    Questions About Baptism… WHY should I be baptized? A. To follow the example of Jesus. (Matthew 3:16-17) B. To obey the Gospel of Jesus. (Matthew 28:19, Mark 16:15-16) C. To unite with and be added to the family of God. (Acts 2:47, Ephesians 4:4-6) WHAT is the meaning of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Biblical Evangelism And The Three Crosses Of Calvary

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Sep 15, 2015
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    THIS IS A SERMON I GAVE ON GOOD FRIDAY.

    BIBLICAL EVANGELISM AND THE THREE CROSSES LUKE 23:26-44 THE CROSS HAS BEEN THE CENTRAL SYMBOL OF CHRISTIANITY THROUGHOUT HISTORY. IT MAY HAVE DIFFERENT FORMS AND APPEAR IN DIFFERENT PLACES, BUT IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO THINK ABOUT THE CHURCH WITHOUT THINKING ABOUT THE CROSS. THE CROSS REMINDS US OF ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Biblical Leaven

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 10, 2018
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    The Bible uses leaven to symbolize how both good and bad things grow in our lives. Let's put in the good leaven and leave out the bad, because either one can fill our lives.

    Prelude The Bible uses leaven to symbolize how both good and bad things grow in our lives. It’s important for us to know the difference, so that we make sure that the good things in our lives grow and not the bad. Purpose: Let’s learn about the meaning of leaven in the Bible. Plan: We’ll look at ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Christmas Symbols? Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Dec 21, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,084 views

    What are the Christmas symbols about and how are we to handle them?

    Many will say that Jesus is the reason for the season; but, what about all the symbols of Christmas? What are we to do with these Christmas symbols? What are some symbols which represent Christmas? What about angels? Is there any other time of the year when we see so many angel figures? We sing ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Religious Symbols

    Contributed by Shelly Griffin on Feb 11, 2001
    based on 98 ratings
     | 6,111 views

    Our cross is empty.

    1 Corinthians 15:12-20 I have here some visual aids. I don’t usually do this, but today I’m going to talk about symbols, and I wanted you to see and be able to visualize the symbols I’m referring to. This is a Star of David, one of the symbols of Judaism. It’s made of two interlocking triangles ...read more

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    Symbols Of Semblance Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 3, 2008
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,036 views

    Our will and God’s will are as two separate pieces of wood; so long as both lie side by side there is no cross; but put them across one another, and then there is a cross. We must take up the cross Christ lays on us if we would be His disciples. Whenever

    Illustration: The deepest demonstration of love is to willingly sacrifice oneself for the benefit of another. There is a story about Pat Thorne who was a sniper atop a tree, saw a platoon of Canadian soldiers walking on a road in the direction of a German contingent. Wanting to warn them and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Symbol Of The Cross

    Contributed by Chris Santasiere on Sep 6, 2001
    based on 150 ratings
     | 20,710 views

    For Christians, the cross is not a symbol of pain and death, but of love and life.

    The Symbol of the Cross Luke 23:32-41; 44-46 September 2, 2001 Introduction It’s amazing how people, countries and companies are defined by symbols. For instance, the United States as is most countries is symbolized by our flag; red, white and blue; stars and stripes. The Nike Company is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Symbols Of Christmas

    Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Dec 4, 2001
    based on 164 ratings
     | 12,761 views

    Putting Christmas symbols in place.

    SYMBOLS OF CHRISTMAS BY DR. JERRY FALWELL A. INTRODUCTION 1. Last week I spoke on two Christian symbols of Christmas, stars and kings. I preached on “His Star” and the kings asking, “Where is He that is born King of the Jews?” (Matt. 2:2). 2. We have a star on the top of the Christmas tree and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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