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How To Have A Dynamite Church

Contributed by Tracy Thompson on Feb 11, 2003

based on 226 ratings

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Preached this sermon to challenge our Church to access God’s Power for ministry.

Intro: In the passage of Scripture we read, We see in Acts 1:8 that Jesus told the Disciples that they would receive power when the Holy Ghost came upon them. In verse 4 Jesus commanded them to stay in Jerusalem and to “wait for the promise of the Father”. Then we read of the disciple going to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13, Acts 1:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

The True Teachings Of Grace

Contributed by Sonny Thomas, Sr. on Sep 28, 2002

based on 25 ratings

| 5,906 views

God’s grace is not only the agent of salvation but also the instructor for living.

"Amazing grace, how sweet the sound, that saved a wretch like me..." Grace is truly amazing. I thank God every day for His wonderful and marvelous grace. The Apostle Paul makes the issue of salvation very clear when he states that, "For by grace are ye saved through faith..." (Eph. 2:8). But yet ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Stir Up That Which Is In You

Contributed by Larry Holbrook on Nov 14, 2002

based on 21 ratings

| 6,096 views

The church, the people of God, need to continually be stirred up afresh.

“STIR UP” Pg. 1 II Timothy 1:1-7 (I) Stirred to Repentance The Church at Ephesus , left their first love (A) Revelation 2:4,5,( Nevertheless I have somewhat against thee, because thou hast left thy first love. 5. Remember therefore from whence thou art fallen, and repent, and do the first ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

How The Holy Spirit Protects Us From Self-Serving People (Mark 7:11-12)

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Nov 27, 2002

based on 38 ratings

| 5,873 views

How the Holy Spirit Protects Us From Self-serving People (Mark 7:11-12)Guidelines for being discerning, wise and Spirit led in guarding yourself from harm

How the Holy Spirit Protects Us From Self-serving People (Mark 7:11-12) Illustration:The deity of the Holy Spirit ought to be clearly recognized in Scripture. Look at these facts: Christ is born; the Spirit is His forerunner. Christ is baptized; the Spirit bears witness. Christ is tempted; the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:11-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Could Jesus Have Sinned? Part I - That I Might Know Him Series Series

Contributed by James Groce on Apr 13, 2001

based on 65 ratings

| 3,580 views

Was Jesus capable of sinning?

Could Jesus Have Sinned? Part I Beware Ye Simple Ones John 1:14 states that " . . .the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us. . ." Please do not mistake, as some have, thinking that the word "flesh" in this verse carries the connotation of "carnal." The Word was made flesh--but never carnal! ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Virgin Birth Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Dec 28, 2005

based on 27 ratings

| 8,963 views

Beloved, if you can get past Genesis 1:1 without a problem, then you will never have a problem with any other miracle recorded in the Bible!

THE VIRGIN BIRTH OF JESUS CHRIST “Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel.” Isaiah 7:14 “Now in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent by God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth, to a virgin betrothed ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

Second Coming Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Sandra Jean on Aug 26, 2006

based on 50 ratings

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The Bible in the Old Testament foretold the first coming of Jesus Christ and it was fulfilled but Bible also fortells the second coming of Jesus Christ. For some it will be a day of joy but for some it will be time of grief, pain and suffering. Jesus is

The Second Coming of Jesus Christ “…I will come again.” Daniel 12:1-4; John 14:1-4; Matt. 24:3-44 INTRODUCTION: Biblical prophecy provides some of the greatest encouragement and hope available to us today. Just as the Old Testament is saturated with prophecies concerning Christ’s first advent, so ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-4, 1 Thessalonians 4:14-17, 1 Corinthians 15:21-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Mystery Of Iniquity

Contributed by John Gerald on Jan 29, 2005

based on 24 ratings

| 8,701 views

This concerns the increase of iniquity in the end times.

The Mystery of Iniquity Rev. John W. Gerald I. THE FALLING AWAY 2 Thessalonians 2:3 Let no man deceive you by any means: for that day shall not come, except there come a falling away first, and that man of sin be revealed, the son of perdition; The falling away began very subtilty with the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:3-12

Denomination: Methodist

The Law Of Sowing And Reaping Series

Contributed by Michael Martin on Apr 9, 2006

based on 5 ratings

| 5,094 views

Series on the Book of Galatians - Part 7 of 8

Galatians 6:6-10 – The Law of Sowing and Reaping The six chapters of this epistle are divided into three main sections of Paul’s teaching. Chapters 1 & 2 are personal in nature and deal with Paul’s authority. Chapters 3 & 4 are doctrinal in nature and deal with justification by ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Da Vinci Code: Fact Or Fiction (Part Two: Did Jesus Claim To Be God?)

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 14, 2006

based on 40 ratings

| 2,424 views

In his book, Dan Brown claims that the deity of Jesus was a fourth-century creation. This sermon looks at Jesus’ own statements on the subjects and then examines the three ways we can respond to those statements.

The Da Vinci Code Claim: “The deity of Jesus was invented at the Council of Nicea (325 A.D.).” - A character in Brown’s book states, “Until that moment [the Council of Nicea] in history, Jesus was viewed by his followers as a mortal prophet. . . a great and powerful man, but a man nonetheless. A ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Bible Is Applicable-Part 3 Series

Contributed by John Young on Nov 23, 2004

based on 4 ratings

| 3,029 views

When James comes to talk about the Word of God in our text, he leaves us in no doubt about what we need to do to put the wonder to work in our lives.

I invite you to turn with me today to the book of James. While you’re finding your place let me give a few preliminary points (or thoughts) concerning this book and biblical hermeneutics in general. Every verse in the bible has three applications: historical, doctrinal, and spiritual. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Baptist

Preparing For God's Blessing

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on May 17, 2004

based on 57 ratings

| 20,860 views

*HANDOUT INCLUDED* Is there something that we can do to prepare for a special time of blessing from God in our lives? We examine four principles for preparing for God’s reviving.

Preparation for Revival In A Christian’s Heart DISCUSSION: Have you ever had a time where you really grew as a Christian? Tell us about it. <Listen for elements of preparation in their responses. God doesn’t revive people in a vacuum!> How does God want us to prepare for Him to speak to ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 10:12, 2 Kings 3:16-18

Denomination: Holiness

Be Ready To Give

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 5, 2007

based on 1 rating

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A message on stewardship.

BE READY TO GIVE 2 Corinthians 9:1-14 INTRO: In the early chapters of Acts, we find a very exciting church continuing in the apostles’ doctrine, in fellowship, in breaking of bread, and in prayers — having all things in common. To this day we find the church emphasizing doctrine, fellowship, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Part I - Mary – The Voice Of Servanthood Series

Contributed by Eric Peloquin on Dec 15, 2007

based on 4 ratings

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This is partone in a series looking at some of the characters in the Christmas narrative and what they can teach us. Mary’s humble response to the Angel of the Lord is a powerful example of a young woman with the heart of a servant.

The Voices of Christmas Part I Mary – the Voice of Servanthood Mary may be the most controversial figure in the scriptures because of the doctrines of the Roman Catholic Church regarding Mary. They teach that she is the co-redemptrix with Christ. They also teach that she was without sin and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:28-38

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Keeping The Gospel Pure

Contributed by Ron Macarthur on Jun 20, 2007

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The Apostle John’s warnings about false teachers and how we should treat them. Also his encouragement to stick to the basics as they were originally taught.

The tiny Epistles of John contain great wisdom for those who have accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Today we will be looking at John’s teachings from Second John as he warns us about those who would try to water down Christianity or in other subtly ways lead Christians astray. 2John 1:7 ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

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