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  • Andre King avatar

    Soul And Spirit Series

    Contributed by Andre King on Mar 21, 2019
     | 6,311 views

    The soul and spirit of man are connected. What is the difference? How are they "divided" in the context of Hebrews 4:12.

    • IN OUR SERIES ON THE DIMENSIONS OF YOU WE HAVE SPOKEN OF YOUR SOUL. • THAT’S THE PART OF MAN THAT GIVES US THE ABILITY TO THINK AND REASON. • WE’VE ALSO TALKED ABOUT YOUR SPIRIT. • YOUR SPIRIT IS THE PART OF MAN THAT IS YOUR TRUE NATURE. • THE WAY YOU REALLY ARE INSIDE. • WE SAID THAT SOUL ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Identifying The Spirits Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 27, 2019
     | 7,840 views

    We need to discern whether something is from an evil spirit or the Holy Spirit.

    IDENTIFYING SPIRITS Text: 1 John 4:1-6 Introduction 1. Discernment in Scripture is the skill that enables us to differentiate. It is the ability to see issues clearly. We desperately need to cultivate this spiritual skill that will enable us to know right from wrong. We must be prepared to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    A Right Spirit Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Mar 29, 2019
     | 4,419 views

    In today’s continuation of our series “ Red Letter’s” we will pay special attention to: 1. The Necessity of Discernment 2. Having the Right Perception of Jesus 3. The Encouragement from Jesus to Keep Our Spirits Right & 4. The Cost of Discipleship

    Introduction: In today’s continuation of our series “ Red Letter’s” we will pay special attention to: 1. The Necessity of Discernment 2. Having the Right Perception of Jesus 3. The Encouragement from Jesus to Keep Our Spirits Right & 4. The Cost of Discipleship I. Luke 9:37-42: Discernment ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Spirit Of Hope

    Contributed by Ian Hyde on Apr 3, 2019
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,224 views

    If there are two things which are universal to the human condition, it’s that we all hold hope dear to our heart, and we all have to face disappointments and some time or another. Though many may not realize it, hope isn’t just a universal experience, it’s a universal need.

    OPENING STORY On this Armed Forces Day weekend, I am reminded of one of the persistent dreams of my childhood. When I was a kid, there was nothing I hoped for more than to one day be a Soldier like my dad. In fact, both my parents had served, and some of my earliest memories were putting my dad’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Spirit Of Saul

    Contributed by Joshua A. Muncy on Aug 17, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 25,617 views

    The Spirit of Saul is one of the many spirits coming against the church today. This message tells how to identify, confront, and demolish this spirit before it destroys a church.

    NOTE TO THE READER: I was preaching a series near the beginning of the year at the War PH Church entitled "Close Encounters", when God stopped me dead in my tracks, and started teaching me of the "Spirit of Saul". I had no knowledge of this spirit until then. The week before, I had preached on how ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Age Of The Spirit

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 7, 2013
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,091 views

    Empowering the Church for worldwide mission.

    THE AGE OF THE SPIRIT. John 16:5-15. When Ezekiel looked out across the valley of the dry bones, the LORD asked him, “Can these bones live?” to which the prophet answered, “Well, Lord, if anyone knows you do.” The Lord GOD spoke to the bones through the mouth of the prophet, and they revived: but ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Praying In The Spirit

    Contributed by Blake Dodd on Dec 17, 2013
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,735 views

    A sermon on the importance of praying in the Spirit of God.

    Praying in the Spirit Introduction: • One of the greatest ways to understand God’s Word and to understand the deep things of Scripture is to study Systematic Theology. • Systematic Theology looks at the Bible topically instead of looking at individual books. We derive ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Ammunition Of The Spirit

    Contributed by David Taylor on Jan 23, 2014
     | 4,264 views

    Standing in the Freedom of the Gospel: The Ammunition of the Spirit

    Standing in the Freedom of the Gospel: The Ammunition of the Spirit Galatians 5:16-18 Message in a sentence - The freedom Christ promises, the freedom to love and serve others, is the fruit of walking in the Spirit. Two weeks ago I shared that the freedom the gospel promises is Spirit empowered ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Sword Of The Spirit

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 29, 2014
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,334 views

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    Sword of the Spirit Ephesians 6:17b http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/SwordOfSpirit.html Romans 13:12 The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light. It has all been defensive gear thus far. Now, how about an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Fruit Of The Spirit Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Jan 30, 2014
     | 4,912 views

    Standing in the Freedom of the Gospel: The Fruit of the Spirit

    Standing in the Freedom of the Gospel: The Fruit of the Spirit Galatians 5:16-25 We are in the last leg of our Galatians series, “Standing in the Freedom of the Gospel,” finishing chapter five today, looking at the fruit of the Spirit. I had some individuals disagree with me on a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Quench Not The Spirit

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Feb 1, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,744 views

    I want to acknowledge that I gleaned information from many contributors here on Sermon Central as well as J. Lee Grady from which most of the information came from. Thank you all and please feel free to use this sermon to the Glory of God.

    Listen to the Women !!! 1 Peter 3:1 Likewise, ye wives, be in subjection to ( or FAITHFUL to ) your own husbands; Notes on 1 Peter 3:1 The word “subjection does not translate “under the authority of” here, it translates “faithful”. Ephesians 5:23 For the husband ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Gifts Of The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Danny Davis on Feb 14, 2014
     | 7,372 views

    The Holy Spirit has given every believer gifts. These gifts give us a foretaste of a better day to come while we are still here on earth.

    Introduction Today we will be looking at what the Scriptures call “spiritual gifts” For some this morning you are new to this idea or concept. Others have heard about the “Gifts of the Spirit: but are unsure of what it all means. Some of you know about and have experienced God ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Ken Sowers on Mar 18, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,454 views

    Jesus promises He will be with us in the form of the Holy Spirit

    The Work of the Holy Spirit Tell story of Taser power - how power intrigues us Big idea: what to expect from the Holy Spirit - knowing the Spirit is joyful part of being a Christian Continuing from last week - John 16:1-2 expect difficult times John 16:1-2 "All this I have told you so that you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Letter And The Spirit

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 20, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,325 views

    Having embraced the gospel ourselves, we are motivated to share it with others. How? Our sufficiency is in God.

    THE LETTER AND THE SPIRIT. "We are not sufficient of ourselves to think anything as of ourselves;" says Paul in 2 Corinthians 3:5, "but our sufficiency is of God." Paul then goes on to contrast the ministry of the New Testament with that of the Old; the glory that shone in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Filled With The Spirit

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 2, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,354 views

    We are commanded to be Spirit filled followers of Jesus Christ.

    Filled with the Spirit June 1, 2014 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We are commanded to be Spirit filled followers of Jesus Christ. Focus Passage: Acts 2:1-17 Supplemental Passage: And do not get drunk with wine, for that is dissipation, but be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist