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  • Maurice McCarthy avatar

    Transference Of Spirits

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Feb 7, 2011
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     | 10,499 views

    Saul tried to kill David by having him fight a battle with the Philistines.Thinking David would die, and no one would blame Saul. David used the same type of plan with Uriah. Coincidence? I don't think so. Sometimes we pick up bad ideas/attitudes from oth

    Transference of Spirits 2Sa 11:14 Now it came about in the morning that David wrote a letter to Joab, and sent [it] by the hand of Uriah. 2Sa 11:15 And he had written in the letter, saying, "Place Uriah in the front line of the fiercest battle and withdraw from him, so that he may be struck down ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Be Poor In Spirit Series

    Contributed by Kevin Cummins on Feb 10, 2011
     | 7,901 views

    Being poor in spirit has absolutely nothing to do with depression or finances. This sermon gives a description of the poor in spirit that Jesus calls us to.

    The teacher in a Bible class asked a woman to read from the Book of Numbers about the Israelites wandering in the desert. "The Lord heard you when you wailed, 'If only we had meat to eat!' " she began. "Now the Lord will give you meat. You will not eat it for just one day, or two days, or five, or ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    1 Spirit Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 17, 2013
     | 4,538 views

    In this passage, the apostle gives four characteristics of believers who live in “1 Spirit” of Christ in their: 1) Status in Christ (Philippians 1:27a), 2) Standing firm in Him (Philippians 1:27b); 3) Sharing with one another because of Him (Philippians

    Try to imagine yourself in the role of a mum or dad living in the 1920s, before our modern means of communication were readily available to everyone. You are standing on the platform of a railway station, and your seventeen-year-old daughter is leaning out of a train window. The whistle blows and ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Spirit-Filled

    Contributed by Mari Larson on Jul 25, 2015
     | 5,294 views

    An invitation to be Spirit-filled rather than just Spirit-marked.

    A barber in a small town was busy cutting hair one day when the local law enforcement officer walked in to get a haircut. And the barber was feeling a bit generous that day, so he said to the cop, "Since you do such a good job protecting us, and watching over us, today’s haircut is free." ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Baptism Of The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Leon Dasrath on Jul 27, 2015
     | 6,714 views

    Baptism of the Spirit is available to anyone who is a believer in Christ. This is a promise that jesus gave each of us before He ascended into the Heavens.

    INTRODUCTION Paul is now on his 3rd missionary journey and we find him in the city of Ephesus Paul is a traveller and with the sole reason to spread the gospel of Christ Now Ephesus was a mighty and influential city in its day Ephesus became the home for Paul over this period Now although this city ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Spirit In The Epistles

    Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 10, 2015
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    The Epistles of Paul, Peter, and John contained the teaching and understanding of the closest individuals to the outpouring, of what the dispensation of the Spirit was all about. Their concept of what “Life in the Spirit” is all about is key to entering into the same kind of experience.

    THE SPIRIT IN THE EPISTLES PART 1: “LIFE IN THE SPIRIT” INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. One day a young man who had his ears, nose, and even his tongue pierced went into an ophthalmologist’s office to buy contact lenses. 2. After the optometrist completed the eye exam, she told this ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Sword Of The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Nov 23, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,728 views

    The Sword of the Spirit is an offensive weapon for the forward progress of the Kingdom of God. We use it to convey the Good News and poke holes in the darkness.

    “Take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God,” Ephesians 6:17 Let’s talk a bit about swords…Today’s military bayonet is a multi-purpose knife affixed to the muzzle of one’s rifle, a last-resort weapon in close quarter combat. The only swords in ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    The Spirit Of Peace Series

    Contributed by Martin Holland on Mar 9, 2016
     | 4,341 views

    Only God can give a peace that passes all understanding.

    The Spirit of Peace Galatians 5:17-26 The Fruit of the Spirit produces in us the character of the Lord Jesus Christ, and when people come in contact with us they see the Christ in us. Vs.24 And they that are Christ’s have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts “if we live in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Spirit Of Longsuffering Series

    Contributed by Martin Holland on Mar 9, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,887 views

    As God is toward us we are to be longsuffering toward others.

    The Spirit Of Longsuffering Galatians 5:22-23 Here in this chapter we are given a couple of options. We can do the works of our flesh or walk in the Spirit. Mention: Galatians 5:18 “Works” plural, this is the behavior or attitudes of the flesh Also: Gal. 5:22 “Fruit” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Walk In The Spirit

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 10, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,177 views

    Living by the dictates of the flesh are only going to get us to death row. If and when our lives are dictated by Christ, it becomes evident to all that we are walking in the Spirit. Are you?

    Opening Illustration: A radical change is expected and required when a person comes to faith in Jesus Christ. When no change becomes apparent, we begin to wonder if there has been a genuine conversion or if the one who was truly saved understands God’s Word concerning sanctification and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Spirit Of Fear Series

    Contributed by Troy Campbell on Mar 15, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 37,272 views

    Fear is a spirit and must be dealt with accordingly.

    Title: Fear vs. Faith – 10 “The Spirit of Fear” Text: II Timothy 1:7 “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind” I know that I have spoken on the subject of fear a decent amount, but I felt compelled to share this ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Spirit Of Gentleness Series

    Contributed by Martin Holland on Mar 22, 2016
     | 6,518 views

    In the nine graces of the Fruit of the Spirit is the Spirit of Gentleness.

    Be Ye Gentle Galatians 5:22 As we consider the Fruit of the Spirit, it is important for us to come to the realization that this means we must submit ourselves to the Spirit of God if we are going to manifest these nine graces. Several things about each: • God has demonstrated each of these ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 25, 2016
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     | 8,887 views

    Considered the Third Person in the Trinity. More important than just that. Responsible for those who get saved!

    The Holy Spirit Isaiah 11:2 Considered the Third Person in the Trinity. More important than just that. Responsible for those who get saved! I. PLAYS MAJOR ROLE IN SALVATION A. CONVICTS John 16:7-11 1. Initial Activity. 2. Realization of sin and guilt. 3. Trust Christ for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 25, 2016
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     | 6,546 views

    The Bible Contains Similitudes (Resemblances, Likeness, Images)

    THE HOLY SPIRIT THE EMBLEMS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT 1. The Bible Contains Similitudes (Resemblances, Likeness, Images) a. The Bible is a book of similes, metaphors, allegories, parables, types, symbols, and emblems. To better understand Scripture, we must understand these similitudes: Simile is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Gifts Of The Spirit

    Contributed by Ricky Taylor on Dec 13, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,633 views

    A sermon on the gifts of the spirit for the church today

    THE GIFTS OF THE SPIRIT Mark 16:16, He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned. And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; They shall take up serpents; and if they drink ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal