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The Spirit-Filled Life (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jan 13, 2024

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This sermon explores the gifts of the Holy Spirit, including the plethora of gift, the problem with gifts, and the purpose for gifts.

The Spirit-filled Life (3) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 6/4/2017 A couple weeks ago we began a series all about who the Holy Spirit is and what he is anxious to do in our lives. I hope this series will help all of us reverse our tragic neglect of the Holy Spirit and begin ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4, Romans 12:6-8, 1 Peter 4:10

Denomination: Christian Church

Who Is The "weak" Christian? An Exposition Of Romans 14:1-12

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Sep 9, 2023

| 1,618 views

There are "strong" Christians. There are "weak" Christians. Then there are growing Christians.

Who is a "Weak Christian? An Exposition of Romans 14:1-12 There are “strong” or “mature” Christians. And there are “weak” Christians also. Paul here does make a distinction here. But what constitutes being a “strong” Christian or a “weak” Christian? We might suppose that the strong Christian ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Undeserved Grace Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Mar 22, 2019

| 12,158 views

A lenten series looking at God's grace. Part 3 focuses on God's generosity

Undeserved goodness Matthew 20:1-16 March 24, 2019 In his book, “What’s So Amazing About Grace?” Philip Yancey told this story . . . He had a conversation with a friend, Daniel. Daniel told Yancey he had decided to end his marriage of 15 years because he was now in love with a younger woman. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:40-41, Romans 5:8, Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Goodbye Does Not Mean Forever (Acts 15:35-40)

Contributed by Victor Yap on Apr 4, 2019

| 3,095 views

GOODBYE DOES NOT MEAN FOREVER (ACTS 15:35-40)

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Scripture: Acts 15:35-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Gift Of The Law Series

Contributed by John Knight on May 2, 2002

based on 28 ratings

| 4,112 views

Second in series. The gift of the law of God.

The Gift of the Law Exodus 19:5-6; 20:1-17 Intro: The Gift of the Promise "If you obey my call, then I will bless you." "I will make of you a ‘royal priesthood, a holy nation’. I will make myself known in your life, so that I may draw all people to me In Christ God has made Himself ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:5-6, Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Holiness

Why The Holy Spirit Wants Us To Be More Offensive Than Defensive Minded In Spiritual Warfare

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

based on 44 ratings

| 10,067 views

1. The Holy Spirit wants us to take full advantage of the fact that Christ has already declared us conquerors through His redemption.

1. The Holy Spirit wants us to take full advantage of the fact that Christ has already declared us conquerors through His redemption. Paul wrote, "We are more than conquerors through Him who love loved us." (Rom. 8:37) Ask the Lord to help you to appropriate all the resources that you enjoy as a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:12-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming Contentiousness

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

based on 21 ratings

| 3,263 views

How to Overcome Contentiousness

How to Overcome Contention Acts 15:36-41 Illustration:Getting angry can sometimes be like leaping into a wonderfully responsive sports car, gunning the motor, taking off at high speed and then discovering the brakes are out of order. Maggie Scarg in New York Times Magazine. The contention ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:36-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Bless America?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 26, 2002

based on 35 ratings

| 3,343 views

In the wake of September 11th, this is a challenge to remember that we’ve got some repenting to do for our sin, too.

In recent days, from a number of sources, I have been given the proclamation of thanksgiving that Lincoln issued in 1863. (I’ve seen it in church newsletters and been sent it via email.) It is being sent because the words ring with a relevance to our present situation. Lincoln, after ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Antichrist

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Dec 13, 2001

based on 99 ratings

| 6,618 views

Who, according to Scripture, is the antichrist? Instead of being a coming evil dictator, the Bible says the Antichrist was and is anyone who denies the incarnation and humanity of Christ Jesus!

Many, today, teach that we are to expect the appearance of an individual, the embodiment of evil, who will rule the world and be the ultimate persecutor of the true Christian Faith and those who continue to adhere to it. They identify this person as the coming ’Antichrist’. The trouble with this ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:7-8, 1 John 2:18-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Paul's Multiple Approaches To Leadership In The New Testament

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 21, 2001

based on 13 ratings

| 2,193 views

Paul’s Multiple Approaches to Leadership in the New Testament

Paul’s Multiple Approaches to Leadership in the New Testament Thematic Interests- Romans Group Interests - Ephesians Individual Interests- Philippians Relational Interests- I Thess, 1 & 2 Timothy, Titus 1. Thematic Interests & Reserved - Attention to Major Themes such as justification by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

0800a Trinity Sunday: Santa Clause And The Black Dwarf Series

Contributed by Mark Woolsey on Jul 29, 2005

based on 10 ratings

| 2,966 views

Did you know that you would be damned except for Santa Claus, the Black Dwarf, and others who helped them?

Santa Clause and the Black Dwarf I preached this at Arbor House on 6/27/04 Trinity Sunday I. Topic A. Feast/fast days B. Who knows? II. Story A. Did you know that you would be damned except for SC, the BD, and others who helped them? B. Not a fable or simple parable - ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:4-6

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

What Is Christian Perfection?

Contributed by David Seeley on Apr 24, 2004

based on 55 ratings

| 16,154 views

Matthew 5:48 says to be perfect! What does this mean? Discover with me several things that this does not mean and several things it does mean.

Background: Matthew 5 Text: Matthew 5:48 Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect. What is Christ demanding in this verse? Does He really expect us to be perfect? If so, how perfect does He want us to be? If not, why did He say it? What is Christian ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 5:48

Denomination: Holiness

The Door Of Works Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 7, 2004

based on 24 ratings

| 4,665 views

This is the 1st sermon in the series,"Unlocking The Doors To Freedom". We are saved by grace, not works.

Series: Unlocking The Doors To Freedom [#1] THE DOOR OF WORKS Galatians 1:1-10 Introduction: As we begin a new series in Galatians, I want us to realize that we are free in Christ. There are many doors that block the way to enjoying our freedom that we have in Christ- This morning we are going ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Flee, Follow, Fight

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jul 30, 2002

based on 68 ratings

| 14,490 views

The Christian must flee from sin and temptation, follow after righteousness and fight the good fight of the faith.

Flee, Follow, Fight I Tim. 6:11, 12 INTRO.: You may remember the classic movie and TV series "The Fugitive." Dr. Richard Kimball, played by David Jannsen, falsely accused of murdering his wife, is forced to flee capture by a relentless police lieutenant as he follows lead after lead in pursuit of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"When Chains Bring Gains" Series

Contributed by Phil Anderson on Aug 6, 2004

based on 37 ratings

| 7,143 views

Taking a healthy look at the "chains" and other difficulties we face and finding what God’s purpose is behind them...both IN us and THROUGH us.

“When Chains Bring Gains” Philippians 1:12-21 PHP 1:12 Now I want you to know, brothers, that what has happened to me has really served to advance the gospel. 13 As a result, it has become clear throughout the whole palace guard and to everyone else that I am in chains for Christ. 14 Because of my ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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