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  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    The Day Of Pentecost

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 26, 2013
    based on 6 ratings
     | 21,173 views

    This was the first great revival.

    THE DAY OF PENTECOST. Acts 2. The feast of Pentecost was held at the end of the wheat harvest, fifty days after the Passover. It was also used as a commemoration of the giving of the law, fifty days after the Exodus. As the disciples continued to pray for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Hopelessly Happy Series

    Contributed by Ed Seay on Jun 16, 2013
     | 3,774 views

    A look at the first of the Beatitudes.

    “Hopelessly Happy” Matthew 5:3 I. Introduction A. What does it mean to be hopeless? B. Movie 50/50 car scene C. What are some results from hopelessness? II. Why would Jesus say hopeless? A. Greek word is ptochos i) Means “absolutely destitute” B. Israelites knew what it ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Church Is Born Series

    Contributed by Jeff Kautz on Dec 28, 2018
     | 5,240 views

    The First church is born

    The Church Is Born Acts 2:1-13 Lessons From The Early Church Everything in Chapter one is preparation to the great outburst of the Spirit we are going to see in chapter 2 The second chapter of Acts marks a turning point in the history of God’s kingdom and a new phase of God’s redemptive plan ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Healing The Nobleman's Son Lesson 3 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 8, 2025
     | 107 views

    First miracle in Cana.

    A. BACKGROUND: JOHN 4:46-54 1. Spring time. Jesus is returning from Jerusalem and the Passover (2:13). 2. Did miracles in Jerusalem. “When He (Jesus) was in Jerusalem at the Passover . . . they saw the miracles which He did” (2:23). 3. Ministry to the woman at the well. “The woman then left ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Healing The Nobleman's Son Lesson 6 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 4, 2023
     | 1,143 views

    First ministry to Gentiles.

    A. BACKGROUND: JOHN 4:46-54 1. Springtime. Jesus is returning from Jerusalem and the Passover (2:13). 2. Did miracles in Jerusalem. “When He (Jesus) was in Jerusalem at the Passover . . . they saw the miracles which He did” (2:23). 3. Ministry to the woman at the well. “The woman then left her ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Week 1 Salvation Series

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 28, 2023
     | 1,323 views

    First in a series of seven.

    SALVATION I. Introduction Acts 16:29-31 (29) Then he called for a light, and sprang in, and came trembling, and fell down before Paul and Silas, (30) And brought them out, and said, Sirs, what must I do to be saved? (31) And they said, Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lent To Lean Series

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 22, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,168 views

    The First Sunday of the Lent

    Lent to Lean Scripture: Genesis 2:7-9, Genesis 3:1-7, Romans 5:12-19, Matthew 4:1-11. Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, Lent is a season of temptations. Lent is a season of trials. Lent is a season of tests. Lent is a season of attractions. Lent is a season of diets. In today’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    New Beginnings, Empty Tomb Edition

    Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Mar 14, 2024
     | 1,233 views

    The First Resurrection Morning

    New Beginnings, Empty Tomb Edition Mark 16 Good morning, He is Risen. Merriam Webster's dictionary defines beginning as “the point at which something starts.” New beginnings could be defined as a new start.” A LinkedIn article said, “New Beginnings give you the freedom to make choices for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Knowing God - His Nature

    Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jun 29, 2004
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,166 views

    I feel very impressed through the Holy Spirit that we need to grow in our understanding of who God really is and when we do that, we can grow in our relationship with Him, and know Him better.

    Knowing God - His Nature Pastor Glenn Newton 10-7-01 1JN 4:7 Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. 8 Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love. Last Sunday I talked to you about How We come to ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    A Matter Of The Heart Series

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jun 6, 2016
     | 14,936 views

    The first message in a series on the life of David.

    1 Samuel 16:1-13 KJV And the LORD said unto Samuel, How long wilt thou mourn for Saul, seeing I have rejected him from reigning over Israel? fill thine horn with oil, and go, I will send thee to Jesse the Bethlehemite: for I have provided me a king among his sons. [2] And Samuel said, How can I ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Face In The Crowd Series

    Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Mar 25, 2008
     | 3,469 views

    God’s anger is inflamed when humanity exploits itself but more especially in the name of religion. God will hold accountable, people who make worship a burdensome thing.

    Michelle Sterling, Global Image Group: "Within the first three seconds of a new encounter, people evaluate you… even if it is just a glance. People appraise your visual and behavioral appearance from head to toe. They observe your demeanor, mannerisms, and body language and even assess your ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Reaction Of Mary Series

    Contributed by Keith Crouch on Dec 3, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 4,519 views

    This message is the first in a series of four that take a look at four reactions to the announcement of the first advent of Christ.

    The Reaction of Mary Luke 1:26-38 I. The Fear of Mary (v. 26-30) A. She Feared Because of the Messenger (v. 26-28) 1. Angels Are From the Heavenly Realm 2. Angels Often Brought News (Good & Bad) B. She Feared Because of the Unknown (v. 29) C. In Fear She Was Encouraged (v. 30) 1. We should ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Narnia: Through The Wardrobe Into Winter Series

    Contributed by Chris Powell on Nov 29, 2005
    based on 25 ratings
     | 3,356 views

    This sermon was written for the first Sunday of Advent, and focuses around the first encounter of Lucy in the land of Narnia.

    Through the Wardrobe into Winter Isaiah 9.1-3 I. Introduction I would like for everyone to place there imagination hats on with me this morning as we journey into an enchanted land known as Narnia. We need to recapture a sense of wonder and each of us needs to find our inner child. I need ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Finding Fellowship Series

    Contributed by Brien Sims on Dec 13, 2007
     | 4,237 views

    The first in this series discusses the first four verses as the foundation for the book and the foundation for rock solid fellowship.

    How many of us truly understand the idea and importance of family? Something about the idea of family should bring security, love, pride, and joy to our hearts. Family is the center of our earthly worlds and the one domain where we actually have the power to build strong bonds. We honestly believe ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Set Your Heart To Seek The Lord Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 11, 2015
     | 18,487 views

    This is the first in a series of messages on the Attributes of God focusing on first setting our heart to seek Him.

    Knowing God Series #1 “Set Your Heart to Seek the Lord” Introduction Early education in America once considered knowing God the chief pursuit of education. One early college declared, “Let every student be plainly instructed and earnestly pressed to know God and Jesus Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance