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  • Paul Fritz avatar

    The Power Of The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 40 ratings
     | 6,793 views

    Many of us love the Lord but we are not fully appropriating the riches we have in our fellowship with the Holy Spirit. Jesus said, "Those who worship God must worship Him in Spirit and in truth." (John 4:24) Worshiping in the Spirit requires the empowerin

    Symbols Describing the Power of the Spirit - Adapted from Dr. C.I. Schofield’s notes Many of us love the Lord but we are not fully appropriating the riches we have in our fellowship with the Holy Spirit. Jesus said, "Those who worship God must worship Him in Spirit and in truth." (John 4:24) ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus Is Not Afraid To Touch Our Scars

    Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Mar 2, 2002
    based on 154 ratings
     | 13,209 views

    This leper’s scars ran far deeper than his debilitating disease. Jesus is more than just thehealer of the surface problem, but can bring healing to emotional and spiritual scars as well.

    “JESUS ISN’T AFRAID TO TOUCH OUR SCARS” Mark 1:40-45 INTRO: 1.There’s not only a message in the fact that Jesus healed - there is’ also a multitude of messages in how He heals. a.Each individual was handled differently. Why? (Not mechanical methods) b.The way He met their need is as ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Discipleship Ii: Four Basic Habits Of A Disciple” Series

    Contributed by David Yarbrough on May 20, 2002
    based on 98 ratings
     | 9,842 views

    Four habits that must be developed to grow spiritually.

    1. The habit of time with God’s Word (John 8:31-32). This will provide you with perspective. In a spiritual sense, it means seeing life from God’s point of view. In the Bible, the words understanding, wisdom, and discernment all have to do with perspective. The opposite of perspective is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Who Is He That Overcometh The World?

    Contributed by Walter Pankow on Apr 6, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,172 views

    A sermon on overcoming the world and the importance of baptism.

    1 John 5:4-10a. October, 1927. Vol. 1. Page 47. Shortly before our Lord departed this earth, He said to His disciples: “In the world ye shall have tribulation, but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.” A little child sometimes takes courage to cross a seemingly dangerous place by ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Power Through Memorization

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jan 30, 2006
    based on 40 ratings
     | 4,017 views

    The Why & How to Memorization

    Power Through Memorization Dante Gabriel Rossetti, the famous 19th-century poet and artist, was once approached by an elderlyman. The old fellow had some sketches and drawings that he wanted Rossetti to look at and tell him if they were any good, or if they at least showed potential talent. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Carl Greene avatar

    Learning To See That We May Follow

    Contributed by Carl Greene on Jun 21, 2010
    based on 2 ratings
     | 8,368 views

    The Greek word for “roadside, road and ‘way’” are the same word. Bartimaeus ask for and received his sight. Upon seeing clearly, he got up and followed [Jesus] along the road… along the “way.”

    “What do you want me to do for you?” If Jesus were to come through the doors of this sanctuary this morning, walk up the center isle then suddenly pause, then turn to you and ask that question….how would you respond? Think about that question for just a moment. “What do ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Tim White avatar

    Six Marks Of Leadership: Introduction In Nehemiah Series

    Contributed by Tim White on May 7, 2011
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     | 14,602 views

    There are six marks of leadership seen in Nehemiah chapters 1-6. Leaders can study these leadership qualities in Nehemiah and grow in their influence.

    On the front of one church bulletin always reads, “Ministers: The entire congregation Pastor: Rev David L. Buttry.” Rick Warren in his Purpose Driven Church advocates “No ministry, no membership.” Every believer is a minister or servant of God who should be serving God and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Problem Of The Heart

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 16, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,057 views

    There is a direct correlation between the heart and the mouth. We have a heart problem in the church and in the family in the USA. We need to return to the altar and alter our lifestyles. Never forget God.

    THE PROBLEM OF THE HEART IS THE HEART OF THE PROBLEM... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Matthew 12:34 O generation of vipers, how can ye, being evil, speak good things? for out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh. Luke 6:45 A good man out of the good treasure of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Can I Get Some Love?

    Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Jun 14, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,919 views

    Sermon dealing with loving God and loving others.

    Can I get some Love? 1 Corinthians 13 Intro: What did Paul mean when he spoke of Love? 1: Love a) tender affection for someone or something b) what about God’s love for us c) 1 John 3:1 Behold what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Seth Alexander avatar

    Uncommon Purity: Joseph Series

    Contributed by Seth Alexander on Feb 17, 2015
     | 5,910 views

    We must live Uncommon lives. See how Joseph lived with an Uncommon Purity

    Uncommon Purity: Joseph Genesis 39:1-23 Live an uncommon life. Jesus Prayed for us: John 17:15-18 NIV My prayer is not that you take them out of the world but that you protect them from the evil one. They are not of the world, even as I am not of it. Sanctify them by the truth; your word is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Revelation 18:4-24 Series

    Contributed by Zak Saenz on Feb 7, 2025
     | 435 views

    Revelation 18:4-24

    Revelation 18:4-24 In the last section in verse 3 we read about an angel speaking to John telling him how all the nations and all the kings have “drunk the wine of the passion of her sexual immorality”. Being drunk on her wine (Babylon), really just means that the world has become intoxicated by ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Smyrna

    Contributed by Ken Gilmore on Jun 20, 2002
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,655 views

    The message to the Church at Smyrna 4 Commendations

    Rev. 2:8-11 The church was commended for 4 things 1. They stood strong under terrible tribulation (thlipsin) = crushing affliction -They were faithful to Christ despite all the ridicule, mockery, abuse, cursing, loss of property, possible imprisonment and martyrdom. -Ways of martyrdom o Prison ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    God’s Response To Our Stubborn Disobedience Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 18, 2019
     | 3,206 views

    The destruction of the Temple highlights Israel's disobedience. What can we learn from that?

    WHAT IS THIS PROPHECY ABOUT? The destruction of the temple in 70 A.D. - Zechariah 11:1-17. - Verses 1-3 tell us that the destruction is coming. PIECES OF THE PROPHECY: 1. Selfish shepherds. - Zechariah 11:4-5. - Matthew 23:4-7; John 11:48. - Zechariah speaks here as though he is in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Murdock avatar

    What Are You Working For? Series

    Contributed by Michael Murdock on Jan 17, 2005
    based on 89 ratings
     | 16,589 views

    This sermon explores the work of faith, the labour of love, and the endurance of hope. Marks of effective Christianity.

    Michael A. Murdock *There are bits and pieces of this sermon borrowed from various sources, so I claim credit only for my own experiances and God leading me to the right sources to put this sermon together. If it helps you grow God’s people then awesome! “What are You Working For?” 1 Thess. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Robert Higgins avatar

    Lies We Believe About Ourselves Series

    Contributed by Robert Higgins on Apr 17, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,020 views

    A look at some lies we believe about ourselves.

    Week 3: Lies We Believe About Ourselves 1. Video of a mother who learned to love. a. Last week we covered “Lies we believe about God.” b. If we believe things about God that aren’t true, we will believe things about everything else that aren’t true. Your building is only as good as the foundation ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist