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  • Matt Stone avatar

    Come, Holy Spirit! Pentecost Sermon

    Contributed by Matt Stone on May 11, 2020
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     | 6,280 views

    We so desperately need the Holy Spirit! We need to rediscover these 5 truths from Acts 2.

    Acts 2:1-21 – Pentecost (written in the Covid-19 pandemic, May 2020) When you look at your own life, and the life of your church family do you see the work of the Spirit? • Do you see yourself and others rooted in God’s truth; convicted of sin and pride, and living in humble submission to God? ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Are You Spiritually Ashamed? Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Mar 11, 2010
     | 4,194 views

    Are you afraid? Do you fear failing in your walk? Are you ashamed of who you serve? Are you ready to shed the shame and step up to Courageous Christian Character?

    Sermon Brief Date Written: March 11, 2010 Date Preached: March 14, 2010 Where Preached: Oak Park (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: The Great Adventure – Rediscovering the Adventure Sermon Title: Are You Spiritually Ashamed? Part 6 of 6 Sermon Text: John 14:12; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Table Is Prepared

    Contributed by Adam Deibert on Feb 11, 2005
    based on 31 ratings
     | 10,832 views

    Understanding what Jesus has done is the only way we can be ready to receive the Lord’s Supper. (A sermon best preached the week before Communion)

    •We will be coming together next Sabbath, for the purpose of celebrating the Lord’s Supper •Communion is a joyous celebration, a high Sabbath, and not to be taken lightly •It is a service that is rich in meaning •We come together today to understand the meaning, so as we come together next Sabbath, ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Lesson 1: Trim Your Lamps

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 26, 2006
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    The parable of the 10 virgins (bridesmaids) is interpreted as Israel’s preparation for the Lord’s glorious return. However, the principle of getting ready for His return applies to us today.

    A. INTRODUCTION: MATTHEW 25:1-13 The parable of the 10 virgins (bridesmaids) is interpreted as Israel’s preparation for the Lord’s glorious return. However, the principle of getting ready for His return applies to us today. B. TWENTY-TWO LESSONS FROM THE TEN BRIDESMAIDS 1. There is only one bride; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preparing For Your Moment In The Spotlight Series

    Contributed by David Beirne on Aug 19, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,712 views

    Part 4 of Joseph the dreamchaser. When it’s your turn in the spotlight, will you be ready? All eyes are on you; what can you do to prepare for that moment?

    Joseph The Dreamchaser Part 4: How To Prepare For Your Moment Genesis 41:33 They olympian prepares all her life (all 14 years of it) for that one moment on the balance beam. All the work, all the preparation, all the sacrifice, all that money invested to get her there. Will she fall? Will she ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Midnight Cry

    Contributed by Joe Rowland on Sep 1, 2008
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     | 16,246 views

    I compare this parable to 10 people go to church 5 are ready to meet Jesus and 5 are not. 5 think they are but are fooled when Christ returns for the rapture of the church.

    The Midnight Cry Mathew 25:1:13 1 ¶ Then shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten virgins, which took their lamps, and went forth to meet the bridegroom. 2 And five of them were wise, and five were foolish. 3 They that were foolish took their lamps, and took no oil with them: 4 But the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    3,000 Saved Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 5, 2017
     | 8,104 views

    Those who acknowledged a readiness to embrace the offer of salvation were baptized on the same day. Their conversion was instantaneous. The appeal made to them was for them to immediately yield themselves to God....

    August 29, 2013 By: Tom Lowe Series: The Early Church Title: 3,000 Saved Acts 2.41 (KJV) 41Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls. Commentary 41Then they that gladly received his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Ministry Of John The Baptist - Parts 1 & 2 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 8, 2025
     | 134 views

    When God breaks into human history, He calls His people to repentance, readiness, and radical obedience—and He raises courageous messengers to prepare the way for the coming King.

    The Ministry of John the Baptist (Parts 1 & 2) January 11, 2026 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Luke 3:1-20 INTRODUCTION — WHEN GOD SPEAKS AFTER SILENCE There are moments in history when heaven seems quiet. We’ve talked a couple of times about how in Israel’s story, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • J.D. Tutell avatar

    A Word From God Series

    Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Oct 21, 2010
    based on 10 ratings
     | 13,955 views

    When God wants to change a community He is more concerned about whether the hearts of His people are ready to be used then with those who don’t know Him yet.

    God’s voice do we really believe He can speak to us and that we can hear Him? It’s funny because people talk about hearing from God all the time, but do we really expect to hear from Him, audibly? Today we are going to look at a passage where the Luke says that the Apostle Paul had a vision where ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Shut The Door. (Hix)

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Aug 25, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 8,582 views

    We sometimes need to be alone with God

    Verse 4-Shut The Door Mark 5:40- Raise from the dead the little daughter of the ruler of the synagogue after he put out every body. Acts 9:40-Peter put everybody out and prayed for Dorcas and she rose from the dead. If you really want something from God, then enter into your closet and talk to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    The Fate Of The Unprepared

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 4, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,378 views

    Jesus Christ tells us He is returning and it is our responsibility to be ready for His coming. procrastination will destroy your spiritual life and there are some things that cannot be borrowed at the last minute.

    The Fate of the unprepared Matthew 25:1-25:13 Introduction- We have for several weeks looking at the direct teachings of Jesus recorded in the book of Matthew. We have looked at the judging of others last week we looked being real. What does a genuine Christian look like? Today, Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Mark Aarssen avatar

    Jesus And John The Baptist

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Feb 9, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,194 views

    When was the last time you stood at the waters edge with John the Baptist? Did his message resonate with you? Is your life right with God? Are you ready to meet the Messiah?

    Jesus and John the Baptist Matthew 3:1-17 This week we look to Jesus and John the Baptist. We know from scripture that John was a relative of Jesus through Jesus mother Mary. Luke 1:36 We know that John the Baptist parents Zechariah and Elizabeth were both well along in years and that Elizabeth ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Preparations For Persecution Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on May 22, 2023
     | 2,244 views

    Will persecution against Christians intensify in the days ahead? If so, will we be ready to stand strong in our testimony of Christ? This message processes seven preparations we should be making now.

    Intro We have been discussing the final, eighth, beatitude found in Matthew 5:10: “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”i Last week we addressed two preparations for potential persecution. First, expect it. It will happen in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Mark Mitchell avatar

    What Prayer Should Look Like

    Contributed by Mark Mitchell on May 24, 2017
     | 2,234 views

    We need to engage in proper biblical prayer

    Matthew 6:9-13 Introduction: Illustration “Teach us what to say in prayer” I. Worship (v.9) A. What is worship of God? 1. Recognizing who is of the highest worth. 2. Recognizing we are not it. 3. In worship we are submitting to God in a fresh way every time we do it. 4. Recognizing the Holiness ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr John Singarayar SVD avatar

    The Abundant Mission

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jul 14, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,918 views

    Am I ready to take a step for the mission of Jesus surrendering and driving out my own evil spirit, so that I can be a fruitful labour harvesting in the Gospel of the Kingdom?

    Reflection The Abundant Mission Matthew 9:32-38 A demoniac who could not speak was brought to Jesus, and when the demon was driven out the mute man spoke. The crowds were amazed and said, “Nothing like this has ever been seen in Israel.” But the Pharisees said, “He drives out demons by the ...read more

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