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  • Dr. Craig Nelson avatar

    Why Do Christians Use Language From The Occult?

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Sep 13, 2017
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    An inciteful look at three occult words that have crept into the church.

    There has been a dramatic increase in the use of words and terms in the church that are taken from the occult and pagan mysticism. Here are three examples ‘Soaking’ Prayer The term 'soaking' started in the occult and refers to the practice of self-emptying so that the divine energy (aka ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Selah: Rediscovering Biblical Meditation

    Contributed by James H Boyd on Jun 28, 2020
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    An introduction to a much neglected spiritual discipline

    [For my determined purpose is] that I may know Him - that I may progressively become more deeply and intimately acquainted with Him, perceiving and recognizing and understanding [the wonders of His Person] more strongly and more clearly (Phillipians 3:10 Amplified Bible) "It is well to ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    To Live Is Christ Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 21, 2022
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    Commentators call vs 21 the ‘heart of the book of Philippians’. Philippians 1:21 For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.

    To Live is Christ   Philippians 1:21-30 Introduction Our series is called FUEL FOR YOUR FAITH and we are listening to God through Paul’s letter to the Philippians. First lesson was Focus on the Finish Line - Jesus is coming! Second Lesson was Advancing Through the Challenges of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Responding To God's Call: Embracing Transformation After Easter Psalm 14:1 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 2, 2024
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    In Psalm 14:1, we find a poignant reminder of the human condition and the need for spiritual renewal. Let us explore this scripture and discover how we can respond to God's call to transformation in the post-Easter season.

    Responding to God's Call: Embracing Transformation After Easter Introduction: As we gather today, let us reflect on the significance of Easter and contemplate the profound question that lingers in our hearts: "After Easter, what next?" In Psalm 14:1, we encounter a poignant ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Fiery Prophet Elijah Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jul 20, 2024
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    Elijah was an ordinary human being but was a powerful Man of God, prophet of God. He was demanding prophet, but was demeaning sometimes. However he was deemed to be prophet of his days. Where are those Elijah’s today?

    Theme: Fiery Prophet Text: 1 Kings 17:1-6   Greetings: The Lord is good; and His love endures forever! Introduction Elijah means ‘Yahweh is my God’. He is known as Eliyyahu in Hebrew, and Elias in Greek. The feminine name is Eliana. Elijah lived during the ninth century B.C. He appears 1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Disciples Rejoin Jesus PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 4, 2024
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     | 631 views

    This sermon explores our calling to participate in the heavenly harvest, encouraging us to be soul winners for Christ and live in the present moment. Key

    Welcome, brothers and sisters in Christ, to this blessed gathering where we come together in the spirit of unity, under the banner of His love, to reflect upon His Word and seek His guidance in our lives. Isn't it a joy to know that we are not alone in this walk of faith but have each other to lean ...read more

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    Do Not Conform To The Standards Of This World PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 8, 2024
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    This sermon encourages believers to embrace a transformative journey of faith, guided by God's grace and the renewing power of His word.

    Welcome, beloved friends and family of faith. We gather here today, not as individuals, but as a collective body of believers, united in Christ, bound by our shared love for the Lord and our desire to grow ever closer to Him. We are all here, not because we have to be, but because we yearn to be. ...read more

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    Jesus Minus J Equals Jehovah PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 22, 2024
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     | 280 views

    This sermon explores the profound relationship between Jesus and Jehovah, emphasizing Jesus as the manifestation of Jehovah and its implications for our faith.

    Welcome, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. Isn't it a blessing to gather together in His name, to seek His wisdom, and to bask in the warmth of His love? We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here because our hearts are called to know Him more, to understand His nature, ...read more

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    It Was Love That Picked Me Up PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024
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    This sermon explores the profound love of God, the significance of Christ's sacrifice, and the promise of eternal life as expressed in John 3:16.

    Good morning, dear family of Christ. It's a beautiful day, isn't it? A day made by God, a day filled with His love, and a day for us to gather together in His name. Today, we are here to contemplate, to reflect, and to find solace in the message of God's word. Our focus today is on one of the most ...read more

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    The Meditation Vitamin Series

    Contributed by Arlen Payne on Nov 24, 2002
    based on 51 ratings
     | 7,635 views

    This is the third message in a series of seven that I preached at Wednesday night Prayer Meeting.

    Spiritual Growth and Fitness Meditation Philippians 4:8 Testimonies from last week’s exercise There are three essential things for a person to grow up healthy. (We want to be healthy, don’t we?) (Ask) Food Exercise Rest These must be kept in balance. The Vitamin – Meditation A. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Invitation To Prayer - Part 2 Of 2

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 18, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 2,787 views

    In this passage Jeremiah reveals the heart of God when He calls His children to prayer and the promises that He bestows to those who are obedient - Message Part 2 of 2

    “An Invitation To Prayer” – Part 2 of 2 Jeremiah 33:1-3 A. The Word of the LORD is not RESTRAINED. (v. 1) B. The REVELATION of the LORD. (v. 2) C. The LORD’s REASON for prayer. (v. 3) Psalm 50:15; 1 Timothy 2:1-2 1. God REQUIRES Jeremiah to pray. (v. 3a) Romans 5:2; Hebrews 4:15-16; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Church And Eucharist Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 10, 2009
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     | 3,870 views

    the Church is able to celebrate and worship the mystery of Christ in the Eucharist “precisely because Christ first gave himself to her in the sacrifice of the Cross.

    January 12, 2008 Sacramentum Caritatis Through His Divine Son, the Father created the world. Through the same Son, He also recreated the world, once Jesus had been made–in the words of the letter to the Hebrews–perfect (complete) through suffering. “The Fathers of the Church often meditated on ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Beauty And Truth In Worship Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 11, 2009
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     | 2,974 views

    Our worship in the Eucharist must bring together what we believe with the way we pray, and reflect both Ultimate Truth and Beauty.

    April 13, 2009 Sacramentum Caritatis As we sit in the warm glow of Resurrection Day, we are invited to reflect on the connection between what we believe and how we pray. We believe that Jesus rose from the dead, that He conquered sin and death, and that we who eat the Flesh of the Son of Man and ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Battle To Come

    Contributed by Michael Blankenship on Jan 4, 2007
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    There is a battle mounting and preparing greater than any thing known to humanity. Satan and his legions of demonic angels are preparing to mount an offensive that will tear the last remaining shreds of creation into a desolate place of fear. Trumpets fi

    REVELATION 9 HALL STREET BAPTIST Oct 11, 2006 Midweek Worship There is a battle mounting and preparing greater than any thing known to humanity. Satan and his legions of demonic angels are preparing to mount an offensive that will tear the last remaining shreds of creation into a desolate place ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Good Friday Happened.

    Contributed by Roy Fowler on Apr 1, 2021
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     | 2,673 views

    Uses Scriptures to walk through what Good Friday is to us. This is a text I sent out to all of my Congregations to arrive in their text boxes at 3pm Friday.

    Why do we call it Good Friday? Etymology. "Good Friday" comes from the obsolete sense "pious, holy" of the word "good". Good Friday This is Good Friday and you should be receiving this at 3 p.m.. This is a reminder of what Jesus did for us: Scriptures ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible