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  • Richard Papafio avatar

    Need For The Spirit Of God

    Contributed by Richard Papafio on Apr 8, 2018
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     | 3,471 views

    We need to receive Precious Holy Spirit. Listen to Him, obey Him and follow Him to successfully do the will of God

    May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: NEED FOR THE SPIRIT OF GOD Acts 1:1-5 King James Version (KJV) 1 The former treatise have I made, O Theophilus, of all that Jesus began both to do and teach, 2 Until the day in which he was taken up, after that he through the Holy Ghost had given ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Lord Make Me A Good Preacher PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
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    Explore the power of making right choices, the importance of listening to God's Word, and the responsibility we hold as bearers of the Gospel, using Acts 15:22-35 as a guide.

    Good morning, church family! I'm excited to dive into God's Word with you today. We're going to explore the power of making the right choices, the importance of truly listening to God's Word, and the immense responsibility we hold as bearers of the Gospel - hefty stuff, I know. But don't worry, ...read more

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    Do We Really Fear The Lord?

    Contributed by Joe Rowland on Feb 13, 2009
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    Do Christians really fear the Lord? God knows what is on the inside of us right now. When we fear the Lord we learn to be obedient to what His Word says to do. Pr 1:7 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instru

    Do We Really Fear The Lord? Joshua 22:21-29 21 Then the children of Reuben and the children of Gad and the half tribe of Manasseh answered, and said unto the heads of the thousands of Israel, 22 The LORD God of gods, the LORD God of gods, he knoweth, and Israel he shall know; if it be in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Can A Man Be Justified Before God? - Job Chapter Nine Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Apr 22, 2007
    based on 18 ratings
     | 10,184 views

    This is a study into Job chapter nine.

    Jewels From Job Job – Chapter #9 Job now speaks again. Remember Bildad has just spoken. He is the second of Job’s friends to speak. His entire first argument is found in Job chapter 8. Bildad’s argument is that people suffer because they have sinned – God is just and He does not allow the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Sentencing Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 6, 2016
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    With the crowd in a frenzy, and Pilate fearing for himself because he knows what he faces, he relents to a decision that he knows he will regret – “crucify him". This decision sets in motion the greatest redemption that every happened to and for mankind.

    Sentencing of Jesus John 19:1-16 This message can sometimes invoke different responses in many For some, it is sadness, others anger, and even some may feel justified (read) ∆ Roman Punishment Roman punishment always began with humiliation Flogging, crown of thorns, and mockery were meant ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Should We Judge Series

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 5, 2014
     | 4,516 views

    Does Jesus prohibit judging one another?

    Should We Judge Matthew 7:1-6 Introduction How many times have we heard “Don’t judge me?” These people claim this verse as saying that no one has a right to confront their evil actions, as though Jesus was the ultimate preacher of tolerance. Is this indeed what Jesus means here? ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    La Iglesia En Los Últimos Tiempos Pt. 2

    Contributed by Ozzie Barletta on Aug 8, 2021
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     | 16,294 views

    ¿Cómo estará la iglesia del Señor en los últimos tiempos?

    Tema: La Iglesia en los últimos tiempos Pt. 2 Lectura Bíblica: Lucas 18:1 - 8 Vamos a estar en Lucas 18 en esta noche y estaremos observando los versos 1 al 8. Estuvimos en Apocalipsis 3 la semana pasada. Pudimos ver la gravedad por el cual va a pasar el mundo en los últimos ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "i Don't Have To See It - To Believe It!"

    Contributed by Anthony (Tony) Charles on Aug 11, 2025
     | 467 views

    Today we're settling this once and for all—you don't have to see a miracle to believe in one, because faith walks ahead of sight, not behind it!

    "I DON'T HAVE TO SEE IT - TO BELIEVE IT!" Tony – Study – Meditation – Prayer: July-August 2025 Walking by Faith, Not by Sight in the Miraculous Opening Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7 (KJV) "For we walk by faith, not by sight." Supporting Text: Hebrews 11:1 (KJV) "Now ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Key Lessons From Peter And John In The Hours Before The Cross Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 18, 2020
     | 4,602 views

    1. We see Peter following the Lord(vs. 15). 2. We see Peter's friends (vs. 16). 3. We see Peter failure (vs. 17-18; 24-27). 4. We see Peter finding out that failure isn't final.

    Key Lessons from Peter and John in the Hours before the Cross The Gospel of John John 18:12-18; John 18:24-27 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - May 9, 2018 (Revised May 18, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 18, as we continue looking at the Lord's final steps ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preparation Is Everything Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 22, 2016
     | 5,281 views

    Being a successful witness will take preparation.

    Preparation Is Everything Text: Acts 17:1-9 Introduction 1. Illustration: Several centuries ago, a Japanese emperor commissioned an artist to paint a bird. A number of months passed, then several years, and still no painting was brought to the palace. Finally the emperor became so exasperated ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    "Must" In Serving The Lord!

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Oct 18, 2004
    based on 46 ratings
     | 5,304 views

    There are four requirements a Christian should know before serving the Lord!

    We MUST serve Christ! Introduction: A. Paul’s background. l. Education-Studied under Gamaliel.(Acts 22:3, 26:4-5) 2. Position-Pharisee of Pharisees, devoted Jew. (Gal. 1:4, Phil. 3:5) 3. Name "Saul" (Acts 13:9) 4. He was a Roman Citizen (Acts 22:28) 5. Birth place - Tarsus, busy Roman-Greek ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    These Are Not Idiots Series

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 2, 2020
     | 3,947 views

    Peter and John are emboldened by the Spirit to defend themselves before the Sanhedrin.

    These Are not Idiots Acts 4:5-22 Peter and John had been under great pressure before when Jesus was arrested by both the Temple guard and Roman soldiers. Peter made a temporary and futile attempt at bravado before he caved miserably. The two of them followed at a distance and came into the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Unstoppable - True Authentic Worship Series

    Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Dec 10, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,535 views

    The 10th message in a series on the book of Acts

    Unstoppable – Worship in the Spirit 11/19/17 Acts 16:16-34 Sunday AM There’s much confusion today about worship. Should we sing w/ the lights on or off? Do we sing w/ a choir/orchestra or w/ a band? Do we sing hymns or contemporary songs? But what if worship had nothing to do w/ ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Following The Spirit's Lead Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 10, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,922 views

    The more we learn to listen to the Holy Spirit, the more God will use us to help others come to know Him.

    Following the Spirit’s Lead Acts 8:26-40 Intro: Do you ever feel guilty for failing to be an effective witness for Jesus? How many times have you been told that you need to introduce the Lord to your neighbors, friends, and acquaintances, but you have to admit that you’ve not been very ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Responses To God Moments Series

    Contributed by Mark Elkins on Jan 27, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,136 views

    How do you respond to God moments?

    RESPONSES TO GOD MOMENTS 1 Pet 5 I want to share with you a story about a very interesting well-educated Greek philosopher whose name is Dr. Alexander Popaderos. And Dr. Popaderos every summer on the island of Crete taught a class on ethics for two weeks. And this particular summer just as he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist