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How To Look For God Series

Contributed by Preacher Fo Real on Aug 13, 2007

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Redo of Armed to be set free

How to look for God. (Deuteronomy 4:29; 1st Kings 3: 11-12; 1st Kings 4: 29-30; Job 28:28; Psalms 69:32; Psalms 111:10; Proverbs 2:5-6; Proverbs 3:5; Proverb 9:10; Proverbs 28:5; Matthew 3:1-2; Matthew 4:16-17; John 6:26-29; Acts 17:28-31; Romans 12:2; Ephesians 6:5-8; Hebrews 11:6; James 1:19-25) ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:11-12

Denomination: *other

God Encounters #3: Jesus The Baptiser In The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Aug 18, 2007

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John the Baptist said that Jesus would "baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire.” (Luke 3:16). We need a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit and fire on the church today!

CLOSE ENCOUNTERS #3 – JESUS THE BAPTISER IN THE HOLY SPIRIT OPENING TEXT: “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever.” (Hebrews 13:8). • For the past couple of weeks, we have been considering the Foursquare Gospel: The red cross - symbol of Jesus the Saviour The blue cup - symbol ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: *other

Give Us Barabbas

Contributed by Greg Newton on Apr 26, 2007

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The crowd cried for Jesus to be crucified and put to death but requested the killer, Barabbas be released in the streets. The truth was put to death but sin and death was released to the streets.

“Give Us Barabbas” Intro: As we study God’s Word we find particular people who are mentioned briefly and we soon pass over their record without fully gleaning the full significance of their rolls nor their application for us today. We should be very careful to remember that God has chosen to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:6-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Triunity Of God Series

Contributed by Charles Mccall on May 8, 2004

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God is three persons in one: God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost. These three persons are one in God.

Matthew 28:18-20 Topic: The tri-unity of God In the Holy Bible, we are taught in the scriptures that there is only one God. Deuteronomy 4:35 says, “Unto thee it was shewed that thou mightest know that the Lord he is God; there is none else beside him.” Deuteronomy 6:4 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Day Of Pentecost, Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 6, 2004

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Acts Series: 8th Sermon--The Meaning and the Miracles: Miracle of SOUND [rushing mighty wind, Miracle of SIGHT [flaming heads] Miracle of SPEECH [other tongues].

The Day of Pentecost Acts 2:1-4 Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html Very controversial chapter! Many denominations build entire belief system around it. Some set it aside, afraid of looking like they are holy rollers…but let’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Speaking In Tongues

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Mar 5, 2005

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Part three of a three part series on praying in the spirit and tongues.

Speaking in tongues 1Co 12:27 Now ye are the body of Christ, and members in particular. 1Co 12:28 And God hath set some in the church, first apostles, secondarily prophets, thirdly teachers, after that miracles, then gifts of healings, helps, governments, diversities of tongues. 1Co 12:29 Are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:27-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Emotions And The Bible

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Mar 24, 2005

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The scripture is full of verses, where Jesus rebuked His Deciples for using their emotions.

Emotions and The Bible. Luke 9:54-55 I am no stranger to pain and suffering. In 1999 I was pronounced dead of a massive heart attack. According to the hospital records I had no, pulse,no lung function, no brain activity for the period of 8 minutes. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:54-55

Denomination: Pentecostal

Gender Roles In Worship Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 31, 2005

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# 5 in series on 1 Timothy. Deals with gender roles in the church.

“Living For Christ In A Confused and Confusing World” A Study of Paul’s Letters to Timothy Sermon #5 “Gender Roles In Worship!” 1 Timothy 2:8-12 In chapter one doctrine was the subject of consideration and his priority in chapter two is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

Designer Genes Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Nov 17, 2003

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We may not agree on the details of how life came about, but hopefully we agree on Who and Why.

“I Believe-A Sermon Series on the Apostles’ Creed “Designer Genes” (”Maker of Heaven and Earth”) -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Newsweek magazine ran an article about the controversy over Creation vs. Evolution. In response, a letter to the editor ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-3

Denomination: Congregational

"Attaboys” And Whistle-Blowers

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jul 14, 2004

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This Wednesday Evening messages looks at Pauls closing greetings to the Roman Church as well as his final instruction regarding dealing with falsehood

“ATTABOYS” and WHISTLE-BLOWERS Romans 16:1-27 INTRODUCTION: We have reached the end of the book of Romans. Paul here takes this last written opportunity to encourage and elevate those who have been faithful in service, and to blow the whistle on spiritual wolves. In these verses it is possible ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

How To Really Be Free Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Aug 8, 2004

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Christian liberty -- what is it? Being able to drink occasionally? Watch R-rated movies without guilt? Some would say so. . . but what does the Bible really teach about our liberty? *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

Exactly how free are we as Christians? What does it mean to be brought back into bondage? Isn’t that what denominational and school rules do? What does the majority of Christians say? What does the Bible have to say? For an opener, read the controversial interpretation of Christian liberty ...read more

Scripture: John 8:32

Denomination: Holiness

What Would Santa Claus Say About Christmas?

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 2, 2005

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If Santa were here today, what might he say baout the way we celebrate Christmas?

What Would Santa Say About Christmas? Based on a sermon by Kevin Higgins Nov. 27, 2005 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction: A Santa, to many of us, is the jolly old St. Nick of the holiday season. 1 Little is known of St. Nicholas for ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

Living By Trust - Not By Effort Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 25, 2005

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What happens after we are saved? Sometimes we treat salvation like a car wash - God cleans us up and then tells us not to get dirty again. But is that really grace?

I can’t lift very much - I don’t know how much I bench press - and even though I exercise fairly regularly, I don’t consider myself buff. But if I had a human exoskeleton I sure could be! This machine is designed to turn ordinary men into supermen - you wear it around you and is made of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-21

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Called, Appointed, Anointed Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on May 9, 2005

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This sermon deals with our calling to be the church in our society. It deals with our vision but can be easily adapted for any churches vision.

The Stewardship of Vision Pt 1 ¡V Called, Appointed, Anointed Exodus 3:1-12 I had planned to wrap up our focus on stewardship last week ¡V but God had other plans. As I sought the Lord for what I should share with you this week He led me to another area of stewardship that I want to share with you ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-12

Denomination: *other

Am I Ready For This! Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Dec 13, 2004

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First person narrative of Simeon; those who seek Jesus will find Him.

AM I READY FOR THIS! Luke 2:22-35 S: Simeon C: Seeking Jesus Th: Holy Responses to God Pr: THOSE WHO SEEK JESUS WILL FIND HIM. First person narrative PA: How is the change to be observed? • Have eyes of faith. • Jesus will be found when you are looking for Him. Version: ESV RMBC 12 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-35

Denomination: Baptist

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