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  • Larry Wolfe avatar

    Vital Facts Of The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 25, 2009
     | 2,662 views

    Facts, definition and analysis of the Holy Spirit

    "Holy Spirit’s Vital Facts" (3) Times Spirit clothed with men O.T. (8) Times Spirit in men O.T. (27) Times Spirit upon men O.T. (4) Times before Pentecost in N.T. /Filled with Spirit: John/Baptist, Elizabeth, Zacharias (Luke 1); Jesus (Luke 4) (9) of (10) ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    It's Time Series

    Contributed by Jerry Mckee on Mar 6, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,252 views

    This series is based on the book, "Do Hard Things" by Brett and Alex Harris. It is a 7 week series that challenges teenagers to step up from the low expectations that our culture has placed on them.

    The Rebelution It’s Time “How to do hard things that make a difference” 13 Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be salted? it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under foot of men. 14 Ye are the light of the ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    A World Shaker's Heart

    Contributed by Dennis Clark on Feb 23, 2001
    based on 95 ratings
     | 2,319 views

    Characteristics of a Christian Leader

    “The World Shaker’s Heart” Acts 17:16 The Apostle Paul has been presented as the ultimate Christian Soldier (Veteran’s Day service, 2001). Today’s purpose is to use Paul to illustrate the ultimate Christian Leader. We are called by God to be followers of Him as dear a child we are also called to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Participating In All The Mysteries Of Christ

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 13, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,636 views

    We need to imitate Mary, Mother of Jesus, especially by participating in the suffering of Jesus.

    Participating in All Christ’s Mysteries Sept 15, 2008 When the Vatican Council schemas were laid out initially, the Blessed Virgin Mary was to have her own separate document. But Pope John and the Council Fathers wisely placed her within the context of the Church, as “Mother of the Church.” The ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Praise Opened The Door

    Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Oct 26, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,222 views

    This Message Shows How Essential Praise Is In our Everyday Life Whether Afflicted Or Not.

    Praise Opened The Door Acts 16: 25- 26 25) And at midnight Paul and Silas Prayed and Sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them. 26) And suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundation of the prison were opened, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Sending Love Letters To God (Pastor Jose Jr.)

    Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Feb 21, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,204 views

    Why Did You Fall In Love With Jesus?

    From Earth, With Love Sending Love Letters to God Son 2:3-6 3 As an apple tree among the trees of the forest, so is my beloved among the young men. With great delight I sat in his shadow, and his fruit was sweet to my taste. 4 He brought me to the banqueting house, and his banner over me was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Be Baptised? Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 20, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,385 views

    The necessity of believer’s baptism from a Biblical and historical standpoint.

    Believer’s Baptism Why be baptized? Part 1 Introduction: 1. I will quote extensively from the early church fathers a. I will quote these men not as scripture, but to show us their first century understanding of it Who knows more about what baptism is? First century Christians or those ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Deacons

    Contributed by Scott Delashaw on Mar 31, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,498 views

    4 points to be considered by the calling Church and the considered Candidate

    Deacons I. Their Call * Initiated to fix a problem within the Church * Should be out of necessity, not just because * The desire and grace to serve (not rule) comes from the Lord The call itself comes from the Church * The Church should remember this….trust them, respect them, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Symbol For Service

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 17, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,721 views

    Jesus used a common Middle East practice of washing feet to teach the disciples about service.

    A SYMBOL FOR SERVICE John 13:1-20 INTRO: Throughout Christian history, there have been many symbols used in Christianity. Believers have used a fish, a cross, and other symbols. Christians could add the towel as another symbol for Christian service. Jesus’ disciples wanted a place of prominence ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Looking Unto Jesus

    Contributed by Sylvester Onofe on Mar 7, 2016
     | 9,029 views

    The focus is on Jesus supernatural power, His ability to heal the sick and bring salvation to the troubled.

    LOOKING UNTO JESUS As it is written, in the last days, many shall be deceived, there shall be wars and rumours of wars, nation rising against nation, kingdom against kingdom. There shall be famine, earthquakes and diseases everywhere Mat 24:3-7. And people will be lovers of themselves, lovers of ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Boat Potatoes

    Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 25, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,620 views

    Taking risks.

    BOAT POTATOES Matthew 14:28-34, Matthew 25:14-30 John Ortberg – (book, If You Want To Walk On Water You've Got To Get Out Of The Boat) Story of grandmother I. ANYTIME A GIFT IS GIVEN The recipient must choose to respond in one of two ways A. THIS GIFT IS SO VALUABLE IT CAN'T BE RISKED. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Donald McCulley avatar

    Living Godly In An Ungodly World Series

    Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Jun 10, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,904 views

    Is it possible to live a “G-rated” life (godly) in a “R-rated” society (raunchy)?

    Living Godly In An Ungodly World Ephesians 4:17-32 Introduction: Is it possible to live a “G-rated” life (godly) in a “R-rated” society (raunchy)? Listen to Paul’s words. Again in v.17, he calls us to walk (live). See 4:1. The Gentiles came from a pagan background. They brought with them into ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lord's Supper

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Feb 23, 2022
     | 2,062 views

    This is a Lord's Supper Meditation.

    As we come to the Lord’s table, we are to be reminded of what Jesus did for us just before He was arrested. He initiated the first Lord’s Supper. It was a solemn moment. All His disciples were gathered in an upper room. Jesus knew that we would need to be reminded of what He went through for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Do You Have Faith The Lord’s Direction?

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jun 1, 2021
     | 933 views

    How many of us can say we 100% follow the direction of the Holy Spirit? That is what we are expected to do. So how many follow?

    The interpretation of the Scriptures that have been developed by the Church and handed down to the generations says that Yeshua did not show much emotion. In this passage, the translation of the word pneuma (“spirit”) says that Yeshua’s feelings were hurt that the Pharisees came to Him demanding ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Heaven Will Be Colorful!

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 11, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,735 views

    You better put your prejudice away or you may not get to find out how colorful Heaven is going to be.

    Proposition: You must win all men and women to Christ! I. Because it is a sin to be prejudiced! A. You deny God’s character! Deuteronomy 10:16-19 Regards not persons B. You deny God’s Word! James 2:8,9 Love thy neighbor! II. Because ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist