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The Gifts Of The Holy Spirit - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Apr 7, 2002

based on 148 ratings

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A five part series on the manifestational gifts of the Holy Spirit. Part 1 covers three kinds of gifts, ministerial, motivational & manifestational.

The Gifts of the Holy Spirit part 1  The Holy Spirit is striving to bring man to a place of reconciliation with God.  He desires to use us for that purpose.  Because of this he has given us ‘gifts’.  The gifts are not optional or returnable.  We should ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Can Run, But You Can't Hide Series

Contributed by Donovan Myers on Apr 27, 2002

based on 15 ratings

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An exploration of the sin of Jonah in running away and how it relates to us.

JONAH 1 You Can Run But You Can’t Hide Donovan Myers Rosemount Missionary Church Dirty dishes are probably the greatest test for any serious and dedicated homemaker. After you have probably slaved all day getting the place in order or had to work outside the home and then had to prepare that ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Happy Are Those That Are Sad Series

Contributed by Edward Cook on Jun 11, 2003

based on 84 ratings

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Only those who mourn over their sinfulness are truly happy.

HAPPY ARE THOSE THAT ARE SAD! Scripture reading: Matt. 4:23 - 5:16. Text: Matt. 5:4. I propose to: I. Examine the setting of this verse: in a general way as part of the Sermon on the Mount, and more specifically as one of the Beatitudes. II. Prove that this mourning is of a specific kind, i.e. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spirit Of God My Teacher Be Showing The Things Of Christ To Me

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 19, 2003

based on 27 ratings

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The Holy Spirit teaches us by enlightening the mind of the simple, ignorant and naive who are not fully aware of the gaps that exist between their professing ideals and their living realities. Paul wrote, "I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Chri

Spirit of God My Teacher Be Showing the Things of Christ to Me (Eph. 1:17,18) Illustration: I remember walking to church one winter evening to preach on the words, "He will glorify me" (John 16:14), seeing the building floodlit as I turned a corner, and realizing that this was exactly the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:17-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Message: To The Good Old U.s.a.

Contributed by Roy Wade, Sr. on Aug 3, 2003

based on 40 ratings

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There is no such thing as "National Security" without the God of the universe!

Introduction Of The Text: Today, this is a message to our country, “the good old U.S.A.” The “home of the brave,” the “land of the free.” Where opportunity is available to just about any and everybody! Now, let me set the record straight, I love this country. I would not want to live ...read more

Scripture: Obadiah 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Stop Making The New Birth Appear So Complicated

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 15, 2003

based on 35 ratings

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Why do you suppose that so many well meaning Christians overcomplicate the gospel with extraneous ideas, traditions and requirements? Millions of people have the mistaken notion that to become a Christian is so difficult that it is not really worth the e

Avoid Overcomplicating the New Birth in Christ – Rom. 10:5-13 Why do you suppose that so many well meaning Christians overcomplicate the gospel with extraneous ideas, traditions and requirements? Millions of people have the mistaken notion that to become a Christian is so difficult that it is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:4-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Blessings Of Grace

Contributed by Brad Rigney on Jun 23, 2006

based on 4 ratings

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This sermon focuses on some of the great blessings we have trough the Lord - not because we deserve it, but because of His Grace for us.

The Blessings of God’s Grace Romans 5:1-11 Intro.: A. This is an exciting time of year - if you are a Baseball fan. The season is coming to an end and play-off positions are still open. I am a fan, in fact this week I had to stay up a little later to watch the Dodger - Giant game. They are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Adventist

Motivation: It's The Bottom Line! Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Oct 14, 2006

based on 5 ratings

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Christian disciples seek to live their lives for an audience of ONE. God’s opinion, God’s approval or disapproval is ultimately all that matters. The applause of heaven is the deciding factor in their life.

MOTIVATION: IT’S THE BOTTOM LINE! Matthew 6:1-18 1. A father wrote a letter to apologize to a certain young man for not allowing him to marry his daughter. The letter went as follows: Dear Marty, I have been unable to sleep since I broke off your engagement to my daughter. Will you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

Denomination: United Methodist

Fasting: Why Don't I Hunger More For God?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 17, 2006

based on 9 ratings

| 3,813 views

This message examines some of the reasons we should fast as well as a beginner’s guide to fasting.

- Many feel that way when it comes to fasting - “I can’t go without food!” But you can and it can have tremendous spiritual benefits. BIG IDEA: “Physical hunger can bring spiritual satisfaction.” - Interest: sometimes we feel so close to God and want more and more of Him; other times we seem ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Mighty Scripture

Contributed by Lee Henry on Nov 15, 2006

based on 4 ratings

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The Word of God gives us everything we need for the Christian Life but we must study and know it in order to receive that which we need.

The Mighty Scripture II Tim. 3:16-17 Introduction: In II Tim. 3, Paul is giving his instructions to Timothy concerning a variety of matters. In vs. 1-9, he warns Timothy about evil men who love themselves more than God and compound their evil by leading others astray and opposing the truth. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Great Co-Mission Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Sep 28, 2005

based on 16 ratings

| 6,535 views

Spreading the Gospel is a co-mission between the Lord and his people. Christ’s promise to "be with us" guarantees that.

The Great Co-Mission Matthew 28:18-20 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Bible students call this passage the Great Commission. Several factors about it merit that distinction. It is great because of who said it. These are the words of Jesus. Most ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Way Of Salvation: Jesus, Not Jesus Plus

Contributed by Todd Riley on Oct 13, 2005

based on 5 ratings

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A survey of the big message of the book of Galatians

Islington Baptist Church October 9, 2005 Galatians Scripture reading: Acts 15 The way of salvation: Jesus, not Jesus plus A. The book of Galatians: Cornerstone of the Protestant Reformation I hope you read the book of Galatians this past week. It is a very special book for the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Why Does God Allow Suffering?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 16, 2006

based on 4 ratings

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Someone asked C.S. Lewis, "Why do the righteous suffer?" "Why not?" he replied. "They’re the only ones who can take it."

Why Does God Allow Suffering? by Paul Fritz James 1:2-1:3 Suffering - To experience adverse effects of something unpleasant. To feel pain, grief or discomfort. Illustration:Someone asked C.S. Lewis, "Why do the righteous suffer?" "Why not?" he replied. "They’re the only ones who can take ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Baptism In The Holy Spirit

Contributed by George Rennau on Sep 26, 2006

based on 7 ratings

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God’s Spirit and God’s word always agree. In spite of someone experience we have to follow the WORD.

THE BAPTISM IN THE HOLY SPIRIT THIS MORNING I WANT TO TALK WITH YOU ABOUT GOD’S EMPOWERING PRESENCE Some of the thoughts I will Share were inspired by Dr. George Wood AS a Pentecostal… I believe that the Holy Spirit Empowers US 1. deepening our worship to the lord by giving us a language of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Grace Over Israel Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on May 25, 2005

based on 10 ratings

| 4,053 views

God’s grace has been a constant in the history and life of the nation of Israel, it is no less today.

God’s Grace over Israel, and all who Believe6 Grace Disgrace During the building of the Golden Gate Bridge over San Francisco Bay, construction fell badly behind schedule because several workers had accidentally fallen from the scaffolding to their deaths. Engineers and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

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