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    Sermon: The Pentecost Effect - The Spirit Of Truth In Full Manifestation

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 30, 2024
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    Until now, the church had been walking in the comfort of the Holy Spirit, today we learn what it means to walk in the fear of the Lord. Holy Spirit Sees, Knows and Understands Everything.

    Sermon: The Spirit of Truth In Full Manifestation Scripture: Acts 5:1-11” But there was a certain man named Ananias who, with his wife, Sapphira, sold some property. He brought part of the money to the apostles, claiming it was the full amount. With his wife’s consent, he kept the rest. Then Peter ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    True Beauty Protects Vs False Beauty That Destroys

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Jun 13, 2019
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    Beauty and wisdom draw us to Christ. False beauty, the kind that breaks covenants and leads astray, draws us to destruction and death. This is a combination of two Devotional meditations on Proverbs 2:9-15 & 16-18

    Proverbs 2 9. then you will understand right and justice and equity and everything good. 10. when wisdom comes into your heart, and knowledge into your soul, it’s delightful (beautiful); 11. good plans will keep you; understanding will guard you, 12. to keep you from the evil person who ...read more

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    God Of Jacob Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 7, 2022
     | 3,144 views

    We hear their names thrown around, but do we know why it is so important to know our Godfathers? What can we learn from them? We hear their names thrown around, but do we know why it is so important to know our Godfathers? What can we learn from them?

    The Godfathers Pt. 4 - God of Jacob I. Introduction The movie, directed and written by Francis Ford Coppola and released in 1972, is considered to be one of the greatest films of all time. The film paints a chilling portrait of the Corleone family as this family rises and then nearly falls from ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Blind To The Truth

    Contributed by James Lowe on Jul 24, 2023
     | 1,920 views

    How people can be blind to the truth

    Blind to the truth 2 Cor. 3:12 ¶ Seeing then that we have such hope, we use great plainness of speech: 13 And not as Moses, which put a vail over his face, that the children of Israel could not stedfastly look to the end of that which is abolished: 14 But their minds were blinded: for ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Dinah Incident. Viewer Discretion Is Advised. Genesis 34

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Sep 16, 2024
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    When GOD is neglected, there will be consequences. Jacob’s neglect for GOD brings harm to his family.

    2024.09.08. Sermon Notes. Genesis 34 – The Dinah Incident. Viewer Discretion is Advised William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: When GOD is neglected, there will be consequences. Jacob’s neglect for GOD brings harm to his family. Genesis 34:1-31 The Dinah Incident Genesis 34:1-4 The rape of Dinah. 1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Ready For War PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023
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     | 1,398 views

    Recognize the reality of spiritual warfare, understand the necessity of preparation, and embrace the power of God's armor to stand strong against the forces of darkness.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a topic that is absolutely essential for every believer: spiritual warfare. We often hear about this, but do we truly understand the gravity of it? Are we prepared to face the battles that are waged in the unseen realm? C.S. Lewis once ...read more

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    Cpr For A Healthy Walk Part 16 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jun 5, 2018
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    Message 16 in our exploration of the foundational elements necessary for a healthy walk. This message focuses on our need to resist the devil.

    “Foot on the Devil’s Neck” Scripture reading Finally, be strong in the Lord, and in the strength of His might. Put on the full armor of God, that you may be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Comfort My People Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 28, 2010
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     | 9,774 views

    Comfort for those who pursue God is real; however, it is not comfort as we seek in the world.

    Comfort, comfort my people, says your God. Speak tenderly to Jerusalem, and cry to her that her warfare is ended, that her iniquity is pardoned, that she has received from the LORD’s hand double for all her sins. Contemporary Christians seem often to exhibit a flaccid faith. They believe the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Mom Worth Modeling

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 13, 2007
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    A mom worth modeling must practice her ABC’s.

    A Mom Worth Modeling Proverbs 31:10-31 Rev. Brian Bill www.pontiacbible.org 5/13/07 I think some moms were mad at me last week. Not only did I encourage kids to be noisy in church whenever I said the name “Haman,” I also told a young boy after the service that he could take the trumpet home. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Good Enough For Him - Is Good Enough For Me Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 30, 2017
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     | 7,647 views

    A study of the Gospel of John 5: 30 – 47

    John 5: 30 – 47 Good Enough For Him - Is Good Enough For Me 30 I can of Myself do nothing. As I hear, I judge; and My judgment is righteous, because I do not seek My own will but the will of the Father who sent Me. 31 “If I bear witness of Myself, My witness is not true. 32 There is another who ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The Ultimate Powers Of Love And Evil Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Feb 8, 2012
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    The ultimate powers of love and evil were at work in Jesus' ministry.

    The Ultimate Powers of Love and Evil Series: A Journey with Jesus (through the Gospel of John) Brad Bailey – January 30, 2011 Intro If you have been following this season of professional football… then you feel the moment that last Sunday led to… at the conclusion of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Restoring The Blessing Of Life Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Oct 8, 2010
     | 5,570 views

    The Blessing we are referring to is not that of some outward sign of health and wealth that we need to claim, but the blessing of God as Father.

    Today we’re beginning a new series. We’ve entitled this series “Living in the Blessing.” The Blessing we are referring to is not that of some outward sign of health and wealth that we need to claim…. but rather something more foundational to life. It is the blessing ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Challenges To/For Public Worship-7 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 7, 2016
     | 3,997 views

    7 of 7. Jesus made it plain that the temple worship had become tainted with improprieties. Public Worship is to be free from impropriety. But What is consonant with public worship? A challenge to (harmonious)public worship is its...

    CHALLENGES To/For PUBLIC WORSHIP-VII—John 2:12-25 OR Some Dynamics Of Public Worship Attention: Describe the outward physical ‘trappings’ of worship—types/styles/setting targets/music/chosen frozen/emotionally driven, etc. What do each of these(& more) say to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Curse Of The Weeds

    Contributed by Charles Bruner on Jul 19, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,735 views

    Exploring the nature of evil as a spiritual reality which impacts all of us while affirming the sovereignty of God.

    Title: The Curse of the Weeds Before loading up the van with kids and luggage for vacation, I quickly looked through the lectionary reading for today. I noticed that the parable in Matthew was familiar—I had tackled it once before, a fresh perspective was in order. This fresh perspective hit me ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Overcoming Discouragement Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 15, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
     | 8,058 views

    Is it okay to be doing badly? Is it okay to be weak? The world would say "no" but the Apostle Paul uses weakness and discouragement to see the Lord’s life created in him and others.

    For more Bible Studies visit: www.LivingWatersWeb.com Overcoming Discouragement 2 Corinthians 4 Pastor Tom Fuller I want to ask two questions. Is it all right to be doing badly? And, is it all right to consider yourself weak? Our modern culture would say “no” to both questions. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel