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  • Jeremiah Stingl avatar

    A Crucial Concept Of Christianity

    Contributed by Jeremiah Stingl on Dec 8, 2004
    based on 11 ratings
     | 1,905 views

    The Baptism in the Holy Spirit is essential to maximizing the Christian Life.

    The Baptism in the Holy Spirit is essential to maximizing the Christian life. I. Relationship with God is always the main thing. Acts 1:6-8 A. You were created to be in relationship with God and that is what He wants most. B. The baptism in the Holy Spirit is a crucial part of your relationship ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Greg Newton avatar

    Who Can This Be?

    Contributed by Greg Newton on Dec 8, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 2,701 views

    Thinking of who Christ is, knowing all that He did, causes me to understand how I must have Him in my life. Jesus saw the faith of disciples in Him but not to believe in themselves to ge it done.

    “WHO CAN THIS BE?” Intro: When we begin to study the wonderful things of this Bible, it causes me to think about the number of people that just refuse to believe that there can be a God so wonderful and great. God is so magnificent that it is hard for man to imagine someone being willing and able ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Changed By Grace

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Dec 11, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,483 views

    When the Holy Spirit comes upon you there is change.

    December 12, 2004 Morning Worship Text: Luke 1:46-48 Subject: Mary’s Song Title: Changed By Grace I have spent much time in recent weeks talking to you about the Holy Spirit. I believe that subsequent to salvation the Baptism in the Holy Spirit is the most important event in the life of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Part 3 - The Believing Pillar Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Dec 13, 2004
    based on 12 ratings
     | 3,872 views

    Part 3 in the House of Faith series dealing with our belief and how it directly effects our relationship with God.

    The House of Faith Part 3 – The Believing Pillar † SCRIPTURE READING Mark 11:23, 24 “I tell you the truth, if anyone says to this mountain, ’Go, throw yourself into the sea,’ and does not doubt in his heart but believes that what he says will happen, it will be done for him. 24Therefore I tell ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

  • Terry Cavanaugh avatar

    Asking For Directions Series

    Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on Mar 9, 2007
    based on 19 ratings
     | 11,043 views

    The Spirit of God, the Holy Spirit, can direct our life as clearly as a GSP system, if we will listen.

    Asking for Directions March 11, 2007 “Directed by the Holy Spirit” This last Tuesday, Tim Birkeland, Roy Jameson, and I went to visit with Jim Griffin, a church consultant in Columbus. As we were driving up Tim used his GPS locater and mapping program. I was amazed at how it not only tracked ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jon Earls avatar

    Do It Again Lord – Do It Again!

    Contributed by Jon Earls on Mar 13, 2007
    based on 15 ratings
     | 47,439 views

    This is a sermon which deals with our need for the Pentecost experience in our own lives. What God did for the 120 in the Upper Room He wants to do for us!

    I heard a story about an older couple that had finished their lunch and made their way into the living room to prepare themselves for an afternoon nap in their recliners. They were both about to doze off when the grandfather clock began to chime signifying the new hour. It began one chime, two ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Living Water

    Contributed by Jon Earls on Mar 13, 2007
    based on 31 ratings
     | 18,313 views

    This sermon invites those listening to partake of the Living Water that Jesus provides through the Holy Spirit.

    A small boy is sent to bed by his father. Five minutes later... “Da-ad...” “What?” “I’m thirsty. Can you bring drink of water?” “No. You had your chance. Lights out.” Five minutes later: “Da-aaaad...” “WHAT?” “I’m THIRSTY. Can I have a drink of water?” “I told you NO!” If you ask again, ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Marilyn Murphree avatar

    The Vicar Of Christ

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 22, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,311 views

    What is the work of the Holy Spirit for us today? What does the Holy Spirit mean to you personally?

    March, 2007 “The Vicar of Christ” John 14:16-26 Acts 2:1-4 INTRODUCTION: While Jesus was here on earth the disciples would call Him aside at any time to answer a question or solve a problem. In the Upper Room, He wanted to prepare them for the time when He no longer would be personally ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Scott Coltrain avatar

    A Seal And A Pledge

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Mar 26, 2007
    based on 19 ratings
     | 6,904 views

    This is look at the Holy Spirit as He fulfills His roles as a Seal and a Pledge.

    Today, we are going to look at a topic that does not receive much attention but is a source of great blessing and encouragement. I want us to look at the Holy Spirit as He fulfills His roles as a seal and a pledge. Our text is Ephesians 1:13-14, "In Him, you also, after listening to the message ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Chip Monck avatar

    We've Got The Who. . .now For The What Series

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Mar 26, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,990 views

    Third in a series of teachings on the doctrine of the Holy Spirit. The Helper that Jesus said was to our "advantage" that He leave so that the Holy Spirit might come. This message explores the work of the Holy Spirit throughout God’s Word.

    (Intro: The last two weeks we have been examining the who of the Holy Spirit. . .this week the what, while continuing to break false stigmas about Him.) One such stigma, or a common thought – whether conscious or subconscious – is that the arrival of the Holy Spirit occurs at Pentecost. So if ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    How Good Are You At Gettin'? Series

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Apr 4, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,458 views

    Fifth in a series of teachings on the doctrine of the Holy Spirit. The Helper that Jesus said was to our "advantage" that He leave so that the Holy Spirit might come. This message explores the work of the Holy Spirit in giving spiritual gifts.

    (This sermon began with an illustration where I shared frustrations over receiving a toaster for my birthday from my wife. . .which I didn’t actually receive. . .but provides illustrative points to how we handle the spiritual gifts we receive when the Holy Spirit enters our life.) Opening ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Ron Hicks avatar

    What Satan Witnessed At Pentecost

    Contributed by Ron Hicks on Jul 3, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 7,288 views

    It is impossible for Satan to contend with any success, against Heaven and it’s host. He knows that, and don’t you know that Hell must have trembled when God’s people were indwelled by, were filled with, the Holy Ghost of God.

    “WHAT SATAN WITNESSED AT PENTECOST” Acts 1:4-5 4 And, being assembled together with them, commanded them that they should not depart from Jerusalem, but wait for the promise of the Father, which, saith he, ye have heard of me. 5 For John truly baptized with water; but ye shall be baptized with ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Paul Stewart avatar

    The Fire Within

    Contributed by Paul Stewart on Jul 7, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 8,509 views

    Fire is mentioned many times in the Bible and with various purposes. A look at how fire relates to God, us, our lives, how we live for God, and why Holy Spirit is associated with fire.

    The Fire Within For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands. 2 Tim 1:7 Fire… -…is spoken of as being inside of a person. -Can be for bad --Urge to do wrong Hosea 7:4, Isa 9:18 --The Tongue is like a fire -Can be Godly Fire and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Milo Velebir avatar

    Pentecost Series

    Contributed by Milo Velebir on Jul 11, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,485 views

    New Testament Pentecost – Its meaning and fulfilment of the Old Testament festival.

    New Testament Pentecost – Its meaning and fulfilment of the Old Testament festival. Deuteronomy 16:9-12 I would like to talk about the festival of Pentecost and its meaning seen from the Old Testament perspective. I have already pointed to you in the past, that everything that we find in the Old ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Milo Velebir avatar

    Shavuot - Pentecost In The Old And New Testaments

    Contributed by Milo Velebir on Jul 11, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,145 views

    How the Old Testament Pentecost festival was fulfilled in the outpouring of the Holy Spirit.

    Shavuot – e.g. Pentecost in the Old and Net Testaments Last Sunday we have spoken about the festival of Pentecost as it is commanded by the Lord to be observed to the Israelites. We have spoken about the order of the Jewish festivals. In Leviticus chapter 23 we have the list of 6 or 7 (depends how ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran