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  • Bob Briggs avatar

    The Wait Is Over Series

    Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 8, 2000
    based on 44 ratings
     | 26,017 views

    The Holy Spirit has come, the wait is over, the church is begun.

    Last week we concluded Acts chapter one where Jesus gave His followers the instructions to wait for the Holy Spirit to come, and now, as we move into chapter two, the wait is over. The Holy Spirit has come and we are now ushering in the church era. In chapter one, the Savior ascends, in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Your Kids Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Jun 17, 2005
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,650 views

    Part 2 of series, "Succeeding Where Success Matters Most," this series offers a tongue-in-cheek list of seven ways to make sure children lose interest in spiritual things as they grow up.

    Succeeding Where Success Matters Most, prt. 2 Your Kids Wildwind Community Church David Flowers June 19, 2005 You may recall that last week I said that of all areas where it’s important for us to “succeed,” one of the most important is with our spouses. So I placed it first in this series. Our ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    A Prayer For Love Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 7, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 9,283 views

    In the midst of internal squabbles and pervasive selfishness, Paul’s primary request is for believers to experience an overabundance of love.

    A week after purchasing a pair of glasses for her husband, the wife decides to take them back to the optometrist. The person behind the counter wants to know the reason for the return so she asks, “What seems to be the problem, mam?” To which the wife replies: “I want a refund for these glasses…my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Can You Hear Him Now" ....good

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jul 15, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 9,848 views

    Can you hear the voice of God. He is calling you.

    “Can You Hear Him Now……….Good” Revelation 3:6 “He that hath an ear let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches” I know you have seen the commercial with the man that is in some secluded location, talking on a cell phone. He ask the question “Can you hear me now?’ Evidently the person ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Praying For A New Perspective Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 20, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 15,141 views

    While the Book of Psalms may be the most popular book in the Bible, and is most often associated with worship or songs of praise, the Psalms actually give us a very practical picture of prayer.

    Praying for a New Perspective We returned this past week from the best vacation we ever had as a family. We drove out east, visiting Washington, D.C. and Williamsburg, Virginia. Colonial Williamsburg is set in 1774, complete with restored homes and fascinating exhibits by silversmiths, wig ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What On Earth Am I Here For? Series

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Oct 28, 2002
    based on 55 ratings
     | 9,339 views

    It’s not about us. God’s purposes are paramount.

    Note: This topic and some of the ideas come from Rick Warren’s "40 Days of Purpose" campaign. [Clip: "Everybody Loves Raymond," excerpted from episode 119, "Talk To Your Daughter". Note: this episode is one of four included in a "For Your Consideration" DVD/VHS package that was prepared for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Advice From The World's Richest Man

    Contributed by John Baggett on Dec 29, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 6,916 views

    Solomon teaches us we’re accountable for our mistakes. Main thrust of the sermon includes factors about falling in love with money & letting money ruin your life & the life of others. Great Approach on Dangers of Money & Living for $ instead of God

    2 Chronicles 9 and Eccl 5 Advice From The World’s Richest Man Without wanting to sound too carnal this evening…most of us can admit that we joined in the seasonal act of buying and giving gifts this season. If you are like me and have a lot of children …or if you have a lot of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fallenness

    Contributed by David Flowers on Aug 19, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,240 views

    Dave tals about you don’t have to deal with your brokenness before God will love you. God knows your brokenness, and has loved you all along.

    Fallenness Wildwind Community Church David Flowers August 13, 2006 I want to talk to you this morning about Mel Gibson. I do not want to discuss my favorite movie, double Oscar-award-winning Braveheart, today. I do not want to discuss Mel’s The Passion of the Christ, or his upcoming movie ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Core Values -- Equipping Series

    Contributed by Robert Simmons on May 6, 2006
     | 4,888 views

    We are in our series on Core Values. Core Values are the DNA that define who we are, what we are in infancy and in greatness. What God has called us to be. They are not just creeds on plaque or notes in book somewhere. They are the essence of who we a

    Core Values: Equipping – Five Hour Heroes – Ephesians 4:11-16 11 It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, 12 to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up 13 until we all ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Its Not About Me Series

    Contributed by Robert Higgins on Jun 29, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 10,252 views

    Understand the mystery of the glory of God and how it affects our lives as believers.

    “It’s not about you” Sermon I. Introduction a. Tell me if these statements sound familiar to you. i. I am happy if things are going well. ii. My marriage is great if my needs are being met, if I am getting my way. iii. My job is great if I am being treated well and there is no conflict. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Scarifice Of Thanksgiving

    Contributed by Alan Smith on Apr 20, 2006
    based on 34 ratings
     | 19,551 views

    Psalm 116 points very eloquently to the fact that thanksgiving to God is a concern of every Christian. Day by day, may we remember how richly God has blessed each of us, may we daily express our thanks to him for his goodness, and may we in response dedi

    Introduction: I recently read a list of seven things that mothers should be thankful for. It said you should be thankful for… • automatic dishwashers. They make it possible to get out of the kitchen before the family comes in for their after-dinner snacks. • husbands who attack small repair ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Plumbed To The Depths Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Feb 21, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,777 views

    A frank look at sexuality, spirituality, faithfulness, and adultery.

    Plumbed to the Depths Life After the Wedding, part 5 Wildwind Community Church February 19, 2006 David Flowers I want to talk to you today about something that affects adults from every background, every religion, every ethnicity, every moral stripe. I want to talk to you today about a tragedy ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    How To Receive New Wine In 09 (Step 2 Giving) Pt1 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 30, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,060 views

    The first step to revival is prayer and the second step to revival is giving – for many this is the largest and most difficult step to take.

    How to receive New Wine in 09 Step 2: “Giving” Thesis: The first step to revival is prayer and the second step to revival is giving – for many this is the largest and most difficult step to take. Opening Video Illustration: Shindlers List - Oskar Shindler saved 1,100 lives by his sacrifice of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    One True Leader Over Life Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 10, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,545 views

    What lies within us is more of an ambivalence towards leadership… we actually long for that which can organize life… that which can set forth what is right… and HEROES who reveal something of a better way.

    One True Leader Over Life Series: The Liberated Life (Colossians) Brad Bailey – May 3, 2009 (NOTE: The following includes some sections in which a name precedes a section of thought. These were drawn from others and I have included their names to give credit. They were not quoted but rather ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Have You Forsaken Me? Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 12, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,364 views

    A message about one of the last phrases spoken by Christ; "Why have you forsaken me?"

    Why Have You Forsaken Me Series: The Last Words of Christ Brad Bailey – February 24th, 2008 Last words can often hold special significance. We can think of the last words spoken at the end of any conversation. They tend to define what lies between the two parties. The last words between a child ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational