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  • Ron Freeman, Evangelist avatar

    I Will Pour Out My Spirit

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jan 10, 2016
    based on 31 ratings
     | 24,846 views

    To establish that Joel’s prophecy that Jehovah “would pour out of his Spirit upon all flesh” was fulfilled on the Day of Pentecost upon all nations and for all generations. To clarify that there was only one "out pouring" of the Holy Spirit.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Announced Out Pouring 2. The Actual Out Pouring 3. The Alleged Out Pouring Remarks. 1. In this lesson today we will be discussing the theme: “I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh.” It will be clear at the conclusion that this prophesy was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mike Bryant avatar

    Gird Yourselves And Lament

    Contributed by Mike Bryant on Feb 22, 2021
     | 1,785 views

    As Joel addresses a nation brought to its knees by a locust plague, he leaves us with a plan for surviving overwhelming disaster in our own lives. Broad outline borrowed from "The Day of Disaster," a sermon by W. Maynard Pittendreigh.

    I) In Joel 1:1-3, God through His prophet addresses a people faced with absolute calamity. A) He asks, “Has anything like this happened in your days, or even in the days of your fathers?” (NKJV). He says that the nation faces a crisis greater than any seen in generations (“or even in the days of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • J JOHN avatar

    Confessions: Phone Booth Series

    Contributed by J John on Dec 20, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,395 views

    Does art imitate life or life imitate art? Joel Schumacher’s wonderful thriller Phone Booth was originally set to be released in November 2002, but as a result of the terrifying shooting spree by the notorious ‘Washington Sniper’, 20th-Century Fox chose t

    --note-- 2003, Fox Directed by Joel Schumacher Screenplay by Larry Cohen Colin Farrell as Stu Shepard Kiefer Sutherland as The Caller Rated R for pervasive language and some violence - - - - - Does art imitate life or life imitate art? Joel Schumacher’s wonderful thriller Phone Booth was originally ...read more

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  • C Jordan avatar

    Supernatural #10: Last Days Prophetic Ministry Series

    Contributed by C Jordan on Sep 20, 2009
    based on 16 ratings
     | 11,590 views

    God is raising up the last days prophetic generation that Joel prophesied about. He wants us to become a prophetic people who hear His voice, and proclaim His living word to others. When we do this, people will be encouraged, comforted, and set free

    SUPERNATURAL #10: LAST DAYS PROPHETIC MINISTRY INTRO TO TOPIC: Today is our tenth week in our Supernatural Series in the Book of Acts. OPENING TEXT: “16 But this is what was spoken by the prophet Joel: 17 ’And it shall come to pass in the last days, says God, That I will pour out of My ...read more

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  • Apostle Dr. Ruben L. Broadnax Jr. avatar

    The Prophetic Pulse Series

    Contributed by Apostle Dr. Ruben L. Broadnax Jr. on Oct 23, 2024
     | 857 views

    In Acts 2, Peter quotes the prophet Joel, declaring that in the last days, God would pour out His Spirit, and a prophetic movement would arise—a movement where men and women, young and old, would hear God’s heart and declare His message.

    We are living in a generation that is hungry for truth, desperate for hope, and longing for a sense of purpose. Many are searching for something real, something that transcends the chaos and confusion of our times. And while the world’s voice is often the loudest, there is another voice—a voice ...read more

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    It's Closer Than You Think

    Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Aug 30, 2003
    based on 15 ratings
     | 7,069 views

    I endeavor to explain the "7000 year" plan for human history. Starting with eternity before creation, ending with eternity after the millennium. Focusing on the importance of spiritual readiness.

    August 31, 2003 Title: It’s Closer Than You Think! Text: Blow the trumpet in Zion; sound the alarm on my holy hill. Let all who live in the land tremble, for the day of the LORD is coming. It is close at hand-- Joel 2:1 (NIV) Introduction 1. This morning, I would plan an ambitious ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    A Spirit Of Sameness Vs. Agent Of Change

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 14, 2002
    based on 40 ratings
     | 10,497 views

    IF YOU WANT THINGS DIFFERENT, YOU CANNOT STAY THE SAME. If you don’t like what you are getting, change what you are giving!

    A SPIRIT OF SAMENESS OR BE AN AGENT OF CHANGE. Two part series. BUILD A SAFE PATHWAY TO CHANGE. CAN WE CHANGE? ARE WE TRAPPED? Jeremiah 13: 23 Can the Ethiopian change his skin? Or a leopard his spots? Then may ye also do good, that are accustomed to do evil. God, you know what I was, You see what ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • David Williams avatar

    The Impact Of The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by David Williams on Dec 28, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 16,408 views

    The Impact of the Holy Spirit on people, the church and society.

    Sermon: Spiritual Impact Script. Txt: Acts 10:34-46 Location: FBC Grove City Date: 03 Feb 2002 Main Theme: The Impact of Holy Spirit. Acts 4:31-36 Introduction Several years ago the scientific community put the world on notice that at any moment and without much warning, our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Matthew Drake avatar

    Dis Is Dat!!!

    Contributed by Matthew Drake on May 29, 2001
    based on 157 ratings
     | 6,729 views

    A nearly 2000 year old message, yet still applies today; the Plan of Salvation, Jerusalem style!

    I. Introduction Today we read a story that is all too familiar. A story that to some of you has become a way of life. Some of you were brought up on this story! There are some here this morning that have not lived the rest of this story out. Some that have strayed. To you, my challenge this ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Martyn Baxter avatar

    Pentecost

    Contributed by Martyn Baxter on Jun 2, 2001
    based on 20 ratings
     | 19,085 views

    Pentecost its meaning and fulfilment

    We celebrate today Pentecost, It is a celebration in the life of the Church today but how sad it is that as we come here to celebrate, most of the world outside has so little idea what it is all about. It’s a celebration; we believe this to be the birth of the Christian Church, as we know it. Some ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • JOEL SANTOS avatar

    God Wants Us To Be Restored

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 6, 2006
    based on 33 ratings
     | 14,393 views

    In this text we see several challenges made to Peter, however, I want you to notice the specific “challenges” that Jesus made. I. Jesus tested Peter (1-14) II. Jesus examined Peter (15-19) III. Jesus challenged Peter (20-25)

    God wants us to be restored John 21:1-25 (read-15-19) Introduction: God understands each of us as individuals. He is quite aware of our mindsets and moodswings. He knows what we are going through and he is ready to help us in times of trouble. Especially when we start drifting or backsliding away ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dana Carpenter Jr. avatar

    God's Instrument Of Warfare

    Contributed by Dana Carpenter Jr. on Dec 30, 2000
    based on 104 ratings
     | 3,529 views

    A message on the relation of the making and use of the Jewish shofar to the life of the New Testament believer.

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Tom Rhodes avatar

    Locusts

    Contributed by Tom Rhodes on May 24, 2004
    based on 8 ratings
     | 13,979 views

    Recent invasion of Cicadas reminds us of locusts of the Bible

    Exodus 10 1And the LORD said unto Moses, Go in unto Pharaoh: for I have hardened his heart, and the heart of his servants, that I might show these my signs before him: 2And that thou mayest tell in the ears of thy son, and of thy son’s son, what things I have wrought in Egypt, and my signs which I ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • James May avatar

    Invest In God's Promises

    Contributed by James May on Jun 15, 2001
    based on 56 ratings
     | 18,039 views

    God has promised a return on your investment in His work.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Todd Goodwin avatar

    The Last Big Wave

    Contributed by Todd Goodwin on Jun 22, 2001
    based on 135 ratings
     | 16,478 views

    Every young person can be sold out and committed to God by understanding three principles about a move of God.

    S-ubject: The move of God C-entral Theme: Getting serious with God O-bjective: Every young person can be sold out and committed to God by understanding threeprinciples about a move of God. R-ationle: Principle #1: There is always a outcry for Repentance Principle ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational