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The Spirit Filled Life Part Two

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Sep 8, 2010

This sermon examines the second set of the fruit of the Spirit:patience, kindness and goodness.

THE SPIRIT-FILLED LIFE PART II GALATIANS 5:22,23 INTRODUCTION Those who study health habits tell us that fruit is a very important part of our diet. They are important mainly for the vitamins and minerals they contain. The acids they contain also help the digestive process. Fruits can be eaten in ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Baptist

The Baptism Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Thomas Donelan on Oct 12, 2010

We will be studying a topic that some have twisted so much that many are so afraid to go out on a limb they dare not even climb a tree. This topic: The Baptism of The Holy Spirit. Let’s study just the facts on this controversial topic.

Introduction OK, so last week we spoke of the ministry of the Holy Spirit in the life of the Believer, but you noticed some things were missing. There was no mention of the gifts of the Spirit, no mention of the fruit of the Spirit, so what gives? Doesn’t God want us to have these? Of course ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-43

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Spirit-Empowered Messiah Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 8, 2011

Jesus had no sin or impure motives that gave Satan legal access to His life. Satan could find nothing in Jesus - not even one square inch of territory - to which he could lay claim and thus gain access to Jesus’ heart. This is the reason why there was pro

Opening illustration: You might not see the literal ‘Red Sea’ miracle in today’s context but will surely see one parallel to it. The issue is, as the Israelites waited before the ‘Red Sea,’ they didn’t contemplate or pursue to build a bridge across it. They waited on God for His Salvation. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:35-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Calling All Outsiders Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Mar 23, 2011

This sermon, part of the Power of Jesus series deals with Jesus healings and miracles. Using Matthew 8:1-17 as text it deals with 3 healings early in Jesus public ministry: the Leper, the centurian's servant, and Peter's mother in law.

CALLING ALL OUTSIDERS Matthew 8:1-17 CHCC: January 2, 2011 INTRODUCTION: Years back when I was a Youth Minister in the Houston area, we used to take musicals on the road every year. (In fact, one year our youth group performed here. I had no idea at that time that this would be our church ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Table Manners

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Mar 31, 2011

Do we look to exhalt ourselves or humble ourselves?

Luke 14:1 NIV One Sabbath, when Jesus went to eat in the house of a prominent Pharisee, he was being carefully watched. 7 When he noticed how the guests picked the places of honor at the table, he told them this parable: 8 "When someone invites you to a wedding feast, do not take the place of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

“i’ll Be Back!”

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 9, 2010

“I’ll Be Back!” 1) So get busy with the gospel 2) Or be treated like a hostile

“I’ll be back!” (Said in best Arnold S. voice.) What? Don’t I intimidate you like the Terminator, Arnold Schwarzenegger? Actually you probably wouldn’t find him very intimidating either. Sure he’s 250 lbs. of muscle but he’s always struck me as a big teddy ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Lutheran

Home, Sweet, Home

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Jan 2, 2011

When we welcome Jesus into our lives we find ourselves at home as children in his household. This is the fuller fulfillment of Jeremiah's prophecy.

If someone were to ask you where HOME is, what would you tell them? If you are not living there now, do you ever go back? Why or why not? [Carry on group discussion.] When I was 19 my parents moved to Tempe from San Jose -- where I had spent all but perhaps three months of my life. In my mind, to ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:7-14

Denomination: *other

A Church That Sets The Captives Free

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Peter Ramos on Feb 5, 2011

A New Testament model of the mssion of the church.

Theme: A Model of Worship for a Church That Sets the Captives Text: Acts 3:1-10 1One day Peter and John were going up to the temple at the time of prayer—at three in the afternoon. 2Now a man crippled from birth was being carried to the temple gate called Beautiful, where he was put every ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Christian Church

The Celestial Awards

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Mar 14, 2010

A comparison and contrast of the Academy Awards to the Resurrection and the final judgment.

Scripture Ref: Matthew 24:36-44 Genesis 1:1-10 Revelation 21:1-2, 11-25 Isaiah 61:10 2 Timothy 4:18 Revelation 21:3 1. Introduction a. Last week, millions of Americans were glued to their TV sets watching the Oscars, staring in awe at all the special people, wistful in thinking ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

We Live Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 3, 2009

Because He died, we can live for eternity. We have the freedom to make a choice between eternal life and perishing.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Life is all about making choices. Our lives are what they are based on choices we have made throughout our lives up to this point. • Generally if life is good, it is because we have made wise choices and if our life is a mess generally it is because we have consistently ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Jesus You Seek

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Apr 10, 2009

Some seek a great teacher, others seek a want satisfier, still others seek a miracle worker, but what we should be seeking is a grave robber and a life giver – our risen Lord and Savior!

The Jesus You Seek Griffith Baptist Church – 4/12/09 A.M. Service Text: Mark 16:1-8 Key verse: Mark 16:6 - And he saith unto them, be not affrighted: Ye seek Jesus of Nazareth, which was crucified: he is risen; he is not here: behold the place where they laid him. Premise: Some seek a great ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

A Life With Purpose Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 31, 2009

Every life needs to be like Paul’s life, which was driven by purpose. Paul gives us the what and the how of purposeful life.

A Life with Purpose Romans 15:20-33 * When I was a kid, watching WW2 movies and TV shows was a big thing. One of the things I remember is hearing a guard raise his gun and say, “State your purpose.” Whether someone gained entry or not, depending on them having a stated purpose which was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:20-33

Denomination: Baptist

For Me To Live Is Christ

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jun 1, 2009

The Apostle Paul lived in the light of eternity. He made decisions based on eternity.

“For Me to Live is Christ” And to die is to Live Again Philippians 1:21 “For me to live is Christ and to die is gain.” One subject that we don’t enjoy talking about is death. We want to talk about life and having it more abundantly. The Apostle Paul had a different perspective on life and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21

Denomination: Free Methodist

Building The Church On Your Confession

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jul 13, 2012

Who do you say that Jesus is andhow does that line up with What His Word says?

July 15, 2012 Morning Worship Text: Matthew 16:13-20 Subject: Who Jesus Is Title: Building the Church on Your Confession I have been talking a lot about revival. I will continue to talk about it because we are in revival mode in this church. There is a level of expectation among many of you as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Have You Experienced The Resurrection?

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Apr 16, 2011

Jesus is so much more than a friend, a miracle worker.....He is the resurrection and the Life...

Text: John 11:1-45 v. 5 “Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus.” I’m thinking that Jesus had a lot of friends back in his day, I mean he had healed lots of people, complete strangers all over Judea and the surrounding area. Jesus, in just a couple of years time had ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Nazarene