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  • The Joy Of The Spirit Is The Measure Of Its Power Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 2, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 8,384 views

    The problem is that we’ve confused joy with happiness. Happiness is dependent on happenings. Circumstances in your life dictate whether or not you are happy. Joy, on the other hand, is a gift from God - a fruit of the Spirit that transcends whatever is

    Opening illustration: During an earthquake some years ago, the inhabitants of a small village were generally very much alarmed, but they were at the same time surprised at the calmness and apparent joy of an old woman whom they all knew. At length one of them, addressing the old woman, said, ...read more

  • Peace Boulevard Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 8, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,286 views

    The Biblical word "peace" [Greek ~ Irene] signifies far more than merely the absence of war. It carries the idea of completeness and wholeness. It conveys a sense of inner-satisfaction and fulfillment. It communicates the idea of contentment and serenity.

    Opening illustration: A four-year-old and a six-year-old presented their mom with a houseplant. They had used their own money to buy it and she was thrilled. The older of them said with a sad face, "There was a bouquet at the flower shop that we wanted to give you. It was real pretty but it was too ...read more

  • The Greatest Power Is Often Simple Patience Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 15, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,451 views

    Life outside of Christ, Paul says. It’s angry life. Its confrontational politics and caustic talk shows. It’s accusatory e-mails that appear to have been sent from a flamethrower. As God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with patience.

    Opening illustration: This past week I read about a first-grade teacher who was having a difficult day. It had rained that entire day and the children couldn’t go out for recess, so they got more and more restless and hyperactive as the day wore on. The teacher couldn’t wait for the bell to ring ...read more

  • The Power Of Kindness Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 22, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 33,203 views

    We all need the healing kindness of God because it’s rare to find it in the world around us. However, when you see God’s loving kindness working through others, it causes you to stop and take notice because it provides a glimpse into heaven and makes the

    Opening illustration: For 30 years, Randy Murphy drove without a traffic incident, without being stopped by the police, and without a driver’s license. Then, the 46 year old Knoxville, Tennessee native’s luck ran out. On his way home from work as a dishwasher, he increased the volume on his radio. ...read more

  • In His Presence My Cup Runs Over

    Contributed by Sherry Proskine on Aug 20, 2008
    based on 18 ratings
     | 8,923 views

    We all want to be happy. We try hard to hold onto happiness. But, happiness is dependent on happenings. There’s something far more outlasting available to us--Joy.

    Open: Ever notice when your cup of happiness is full, someone always bumps your elbow? You’re no longer happy. Maybe even a little wet! That little action just stole your Happy away. Why? Because happiness is dependent on "happenings". What goes on around you--circumstances—they dictate ...read more

  • Stepping Stones To Faith: Self-Control Series

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 4, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,953 views

    The Third Sermon of a Seven Part Series, ‘Stepping Stones and Stumbling Blocks to Faith.’

    I begin this morning with a riddle, or, at least what I hope is a riddle. (Or maybe a pseudo-riddle). The riddle is a common experience several of us have had over the years. Here it is: ‘Some of us have had to do it more than once. It something that we know is for our own good but is sure very ...read more

  • The Limit Of Love

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Sep 5, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,285 views

    Love must be expressed in the flesh in order for it to be real.

    September 7, 2008 Morning Worship Text: Luke 10:25-35 Subject: The Fruit of the Spirit Title: The Limit of Love Turn to Luke 10. What kind of love do you have in you? As I shared with you last week from Galatians 5:22-23, if you are born again you have certain attributes that now are alive ...read more

  • The Strength Of Being Tender ~ Gentleness Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 13, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 9,098 views

    Gentleness is the character that will show humility, calmness, personal care, tenderness and the Love of Christ in meeting the needs of others. It is to be more than just a personality; it is to be who we are from the work of the Spirit within us.

    Opening illustration: There is a story of a corporal at Valley Forge who was directing three men as they tried to lift a log into place. It was too heavy, but the corporal commanded again and again, “All right, men, one, two, three, lift!” A man in an overcoat came by and said to the corporal, ‘Why ...read more

  • The Essence Of Your Strength ~ Self Control Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 19, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 8,450 views

    I guess of all the nine fruits of the Spirit, “self-control” is the one with which we might feel the greatest sense of unease. Self-control is allowing God to be in control of your will and heart and seeking the Spirit to enable us. Then we will know what

    Opening illustration: Some years ago the press had reported that the president of a Midwestern theological seminary was fired after the Board of Directors determined that his temper had imperiled his leadership. The president confessed to “misappropriation of anger,” and after hours of agonizing ...read more

  • "Are You Wired For Joy Or Wired For Stress?"

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Nov 22, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,892 views

    Jesus came to bring good news of great joy for everyone. Why don’t more people experience the joy of the Lord. How can we become rewired for joy at this Christmas season?

    Valley Grove Assembly of God December 7, 2008 “Are You Wired for Joy or Wired for Stress?” Luke 2:8-20 Verse 10 “but the angel reassured them…don’t be afraid,” he said, “I bring you good news of great joy for everyone!” INTRODUCTION: [Show strings of tangled Christmas lights all in a heap on ...read more

  • "Christmas – The Process Of Pleasure”

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Dec 2, 2008
     | 3,193 views

    God began His process of bring us pleasure at Christmas. This sermon shows us the four step process.

    “Christmas – the Process of Pleasure” December 7, 2008 Luke 1:67-75 “..Zechariah was filled with the Holy Spirit and prophesied: "Praise be to the Lord, the God of Israel, because he has come and has redeemed his people. He has raised up a horn of salvation for us in the house of his ...read more

  • The Proof Is In The Pudding

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 27, 2010
    based on 50 ratings
     | 15,959 views

    I think you can tell when someone has been with Jesus…the proof is in the pudding, and you can see it all over their face! Taste and see that the Lord is good! Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

    The Proof is in the Pudding 2 Corinthians 3 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/ProofInPudding.html The world wants proof, and we have it, I believe. And I rejoice in sharing proofs from science, archaeology, medicine, history, etc. But I don’t need those proofs personally anymore, because I’ve ...read more

  • Mountain-Moving Faith Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 20, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 20,822 views

    Mountains come in all shapes and sizes. Jesus has a better idea than climbing a mountain. He says you can move a mountain. But sometimes instead of moving the mountain, God moves you.

    INTRODUCTION It’s a true story; only the names have been changed to protect the embarrassed. Little Tommy attended first grade Sunday School faithfully. He loved his teacher, Mrs. Smith. Mrs. Smith told great Bible stories, and she would always end the story by saying, “And, boys and ...read more

  • Got Joy

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Jan 20, 2012
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,428 views

    As Christians we should be joyful because of who and what God has done for us.

    Got Joy Galatians 5:22 Intro: How many of you remember the “Got Milk” commercials? The original one showed this guy who was obsessed with Alexander Hamilton. The commercial showed his whole house and it had pictures and statues and all sorts of paraphernalia every where regarding ...read more

  • Love When It Is Undeserved Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Aug 5, 2015
     | 4,974 views

    When the Holy Spirit develops His fruit in our lives He will help us to love, even when it is undeserved.

    Love When It’s Undeserved It’s Time To Grow - 2 You see, at just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly. 7 Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous person, though for a good person someone might possibly dare to die. 8 But God demonstrates his own ...read more