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  • Jeff van Wyk avatar

    The Ministry Of The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Feb 23, 2013
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    15 "E" words

    The Ministry Of The Holy Spirit Incorporates 15 ‘E’ words The baptism in the Holy Spirit helps us in so many ways which ensures a successful and effective Christian walk. 1. Enablement Ezekiel 36:33 - 'Thus says the Lord GOD: "On the day that I cleanse you from all your iniquities, ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Conflict With The Comforter

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 27, 2013
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    A sermon detailing how we can diminish the influence of the Holy spirit in our lives.

    “Conflict with the Comforter” Ephesians 4:1-32 ********** Ephesians 4:30 And grieve not the holy Spirit of God, whereby ye are sealed unto the day of redemption. 1 Thessalonians 5:19 Quench not the Spirit. INTRODUCTION: This word grieve means to make sad or sorrowful, to cause ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Intent On One Purpose

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 7, 2012
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    We must be intent on living a holy life characterized by serving others. - 5th year anniversary sermon to my church.

    Intent on One Purpose August 5, 2012 Morning Service Pastor’s 5th Anniversary Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must be intent on living a holy life characterized by serving others. Focus Passage: Philippians 2:1-8 Supplemental Passage: "In everything, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    My Praise Is In The Middle Series

    Contributed by Joel Quick on Aug 10, 2012
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     | 8,748 views

    The greatest battles won have been won in the middle.

    My Praise is in the Middle Psalm 22:22 I will declare thy name unto my brethren: in the midst of the congregation will I praise thee. 1) Middle a) mid•dle 1. Equally distant from extremes or limits; central: the middle point on a line. 2. Being at neither one extreme nor the other; ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Will You Beleive

    Contributed by Rob Poole on Apr 4, 2012
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    John's response to seeing the empty tomb of Jesus was simple: he saw and beleived.

    Will You Believe? John 20:1-10 with focus on vs. 8 Introduction: tell the story- Mary Magdalene same as at crucifixion same that Jesus had cast out demons ran first, as soon as daylight after the Sabbath went to prepare the body. Found stone rolled away, went and told Peter and John. Their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christmas Boxes

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 12, 2012
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    We have been given the gift of Jesus.

    Christmas Boxes November 30, 2008 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Focus Passage: Luke 1:26-38 Supplemental Passage: Introduction: I have a problem with Christmas. I think I have it under control, but only time will tell. It’s those Christmas ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hot Sync Your Marriage

    Contributed by Mike Fox on Aug 18, 2007
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    You really can make a difference in your marriage. Saved or unsaved, you need to learn some tools to keep your marriage!

    Hot-Sync Your Marriage! "Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof." Proverbs 18:21 We used to have just PDA’s. Now, like most, we’ve updated to PDA Phones, mainly for business. But when we had our PDA’s, we had a feature called "Hot-Sync". ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Hold Your Tongue Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Oct 9, 2011
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    Our tongue can get in the way of our growth as a Christian

    James 1:26-27-If anyone among you thinks he is religious, and does not bridle his tongue but deceives his own heart, this one’s religion is useless. Pure and undefiled religion before God and the Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their trouble, and to keep oneself unspotted from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Can Have The Very Best

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jun 21, 2011
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    Why go for seconds when you can have the best

    YOU CAN HAVE THE VERY BEST So many times we find ourselves settling for second best ,when we could have the very best. 1. By faith John 12: 35Then Jesus said unto them, Yet a little while is the light with you. Walk while ye have the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Understanding Pentecost Series

    Contributed by Joseph Ricohermoso on Jul 8, 2011
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     | 8,373 views

    Originally delivered on Pentecost Sunday, this message reviews the highlights of this historic event as recorded in Acts 2 namely: the bestowal of the Holy Spirit and the birth of the Church in Jerusalem.

    Understanding Pentecost (Acts 2) Introduction: Do you know that today is Pentecost Sunday? In Italy it was customary to scatter rose petals from the ceiling of the churches to recall the miracle of the fiery tongues; hence in Sicily and elsewhere in Italy Whitsunday is called Pasqua rosatum. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Because We Matter Series

    Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 30, 2010
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     | 3,329 views

    WHEN WE DISCOVER OUR LIFE MATTERS EVERYTHING CHANGES. A Christmas Eve Service and Message

    12/24 It's A Wonderful Life Because We Matter Video -- Christmas Eve Start 2:05:01 "Come on Come on" Mary pulling George down the stairs. To "The End." 2:09:55 When George discovered his life mattered everything changed. WHEN WE DISCOVER OUR LIFE MATTERS EVERYTHING CHANGES. Luke ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Dag Heward-Mills avatar

    7 Hard And Difficult Things You Must Do To Stay Ahead As A Leader Series

    Contributed by Dag Heward-Mills on Jan 5, 2011
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     | 8,484 views

    By choosing hard and difficult things instead of nice and easy things you will make yourself a natural leader. Most people choose nice and easy things. That is why most people are on the broad and easy way that leads to Hell.

    Now is my soul troubled; and what shall I say? Father, save me from this hour: but for this cause came I unto this hour. John 12:27 By choosing hard and difficult things instead of nice and easy things you will make yourself a natural leader. Most people choose nice and easy things. That is why ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Life Lessons Learned From Samuel, Saul And David Series

    Contributed by John Mccormack on Apr 12, 2011
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     | 10,114 views

    FOCAL POINT: THE CROWN OF GLORY

    LIFE LESSONS LEARNED FROM SAMUEL, SAUL AND DAVID PART 2 OF A 3 PART SERIES 1 PETER 5: 2-10 KEY VERSE: 1 PETER 5: 4 FOCAL POINT: THE CROWN OF GLORY INTRODUCTION: PLEASE SEE PART 1 OF THIS THREE PART SERIES OF LIFE LESSONS FOR A BROAD INTRODUCTION. THIS TEACHING ADDRESSES ISSUES WITH KING SAUL ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Trials---What Are They Good For?

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 15, 2011
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     | 3,622 views

    Trials teach us patience, test our faith, train for service, testify to others and help us to triumph through Christ

    Trials---What Are They Good For? Chuck Sligh I. THEY TEACH US PATIENCE. A. James 5:10-11 – “Take, my brethren, the prophets, who have spoken in the name of the Lord, for an example of suffering affliction, and of patience. 11 Behold, we count them happy which endure. Ye have heard of the patience ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Facing The Giants

    Contributed by John Putty on Apr 16, 2011
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     | 3,712 views

    Dealing with obstacles to church growth spiritual and practical

    Facing the Giants 1 Sam 17:1-11(KJV) 1 Now the Philistines gathered together their armies to battle, and were gathered together at Shochoh, which belongeth to Judah, and pitched between Shochoh and Azekah, in Ephesdammim. 2 And Saul and the men of Israel were gathered together, and pitched by the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God