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  • Matthew Kratz avatar

    Spirit Filled Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 26, 2012
     | 7,881 views

    1) The Messiah’s Anointing (Isaiah 42:1), 2) The Messiah’s Achievements (Isaiah 42:2–4) 3) The Messiah’s Assurance (Isaiah 42:5–9)

    If you work hard enough and long enough, you begin to feel trapped. Perhaps it seems like vacations will never come, or when they do, you cram in so many activities that you wish you could have really had a vacation. It’s easy to feel trapped by obligations, debts, workload, and expectations. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Groanings Of The Spirit Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 15,852 views

    Where is the Lord Jesus right now? He is actually here in the person of the Spirit. He is interceding for me. He is interceding for you. The Bible says there is one mediator between God and man. Isn’t it good to know Jesus is praying for you?

    INTRODUCTION There was a lady who had a female parrot and the only thing the parrot said was, “Let’s pray.” Well, the lady met a man at a parrot lover’s meeting and he had a male parrot who never said anything but “Let’s kiss.” Eventually the man and woman ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Alan Perkins avatar

    Are You Dancing To Their Tune?

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 30, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,243 views

    Many people want you to dance to their tune, to order your life according to their convictions and demands. Some of them are in the church. But the freedom that we have in Christ releases us from being slaves to the opinions of others, and even requires it.

    This morning, I’d like us to consider a passage of Scripture in which Jesus makes an astute observation about the social and religious culture of his day. It’s a fairly brief remark, but one that is full of significance for us today, because it gives us a perspective on how to react to criticism ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Anticipating The Spirit Of Christmas - The Spirit Of Praise

    Contributed by William Wyne on Apr 20, 2012
     | 7,831 views

    The birth of Christ gives us as believers a joyous spirit of Praise.

    There are several biblical pictures of the Christmas story: there is the picture of Wise men coming to worship the Christ child, there is the picture of the righteous man Simeon who was waiting to behold the Consolation of Israel, there is the picture of the aged saintly woman Anna, who was walking ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Holy Spirit: God's Spirit At Work

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Feb 16, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,950 views

    What does the Holy Spirit do in the lives of believers? This sermon discusses four works of the Spirit in the lives of believers.

    The Holy Spirit, Part 2: God’s Spirit at Work Series: Acts, #3 Chuck Sligh February 9, 2014 There is a PowerPoint presentation available for this sermon upon request by emailing me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Acts 1:8 – “But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Another Spirit-A Different Spirit.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 5, 2023
     | 1,440 views

    The question asked throughout scripture is, “Whose report will you believe?” Our whole basis for Christianity is the faith factor. The just shall live by faith. Romans 12:3b...God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith.

    Another Spirit-A Different Spirit. Isaiah 53:1AMP The question asked throughout scripture is, “Whose report will you believe?” Our whole basis for Christianity is the faith factor. The just shall live by faith. Romans 12:3b...God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith. Isaiah 53:1 Who ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Holy Spirit’s Transformative Power

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Feb 11, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,657 views

    Learn how to bring to bear the power, authority, and resources of heaven to your situation. While it's Super Bowl Sunday for the world, it's Super Sunday at church. Jesus said, “Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” (Matthew 6:33)

    The Holy Spirit’s Transformative Power You Tube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/live/FgxxARlB6ak?si=6IPAT4GxwCRDQSFx Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/100064615454428/videos/1062400965089344 Unfortunately, we really don’t see the transformative power of the Holy Spirit as we should. And ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Overcome Problems

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 55 ratings
     | 14,220 views

    Through the Almighty power of the Spirit of God we are able to overcome any problem that tries to inhibit us from accomplishing God’s will. Ask the Lord for greater liberty given by the Spirit to help you prevail over any critic, opposition or difficulty.

    1. The Holy Spirit gives us freedom from anything that tries to hinder our Godly progress. Paul wrote, "Now the Lord is the Spirit and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom." (2 Cor. 3:17) Through the Almighty power of the Spirit of God we are able to overcome any problem that tries to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Be A World Changer (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 2, 2013
     | 4,154 views

    Being all in is critical; Jesus died for you … the least you can do is live for Him. (Acts 17:10-34)

    Be a world changer (Part 2) Acts 17:10-34 and Mark 7 Introduction We are called to have a common purpose in what we do -- The purpose is to worship, to love, and to celebrate Christ and share Him always -- That is our challenge, mission, and it is STILL where we find ourselves today Most ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Facing Hardship Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 10, 2021
     | 4,894 views

    If you want to face the hardships it takes to have a life that matters for Christ, arm ourselves with His attitude, choose to abandon your sin, expect abuse, and anticipate God’s approval.

    George, age 92, and Jane, age 89, were all excited about their decision to get married. They went for a stroll to discuss wedding plans, and on the way, they passed a drugstore. The elderly couple entered the store where George asked to speak to the owner. “We're about to get married,” George ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Strike The Rock Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 25, 2002
    based on 110 ratings
     | 21,684 views

    Moses dealt with a difficult situation and prevailed because he kept his eyes on the right things.

    OPENING: A small boy dialed "O" and asked the operator to call a number for him. He didn’t speak clearly, so she couldn’t understand him. After repeating it four times, he blurted out, "You operators are dumb," and slammed down the receiver. Hearing this, his mother was shocked. She called the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Patrick Nix avatar

    Grace For The Pace Series

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jul 13, 2010
     | 4,216 views

    We receive Vertical Grace –rel. w/ God; We relate Horizontal Grace – rel. w/ people. You’re either a grace giver or a grace killer (do you distribute it or expect it?)

    *We receive Vertical Grace –rel. w/ God; We relate Horizontal Grace – rel. w/ people *You’re either a grace giver or a grace killer (do you distribute it or expect it?) - I’m afraid the world isn’t as interest in Christ because of Christians… “soured” - Churched have a “Let me out” attitude – ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Miles Mc Pherson avatar

    Who Is Jesus Really? Part 6 Series

    Contributed by Miles Mc Pherson on Dec 12, 2013
     | 4,857 views

    Christ’s critics did more to validate the fact that He was God than to disprove the fact that He was God.

    Let’s see your bibles, let’s see our bibles, word. Let’s see your pens, bring out your pens and your lesson plan, lesson plan. Let’s turn to Matthew 26, Matthew 26. Someone comes up with an idea and they go – Well I don’t know and they have 20 reasons why it ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Carl Palatino avatar

    Peter Vindicates Himself Before The Church In Jerusalem

    Contributed by Carl Palatino on Oct 8, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,658 views

    it plays an important role in proving the distinction between Israel and the church and explaining the worldwide mission of the church.

    PETER VINDICATES HIMSELF BEFORE THE CHURCH IN JERUSALEM Acts 11:1-18 Introduction: Luke documented this recognition in this pericope because it plays an important role in proving the distinction between Israel and the church and explaining the worldwide mission of the church. Body: I. PETER ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Denn Guptill avatar

    The Doctor Is In. Who's Speaking Into Your Life? Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Mar 24, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,142 views

    Lucy is best known in the Peanuts comics for her five cent advice, which is neither helpful or uplifting. Different people spoke into Nehemiah's life and he had to decide who he would listen to.

    The Doctor is In I don’t know if Lucy is anyone’s favorite character in the Peanut’s universe. But the reality is that we all either know a Lucy or are a Lucy and if you are a Lucy there is really no way to see that as complimentary. Lucy is not a nice person, she calls ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan