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The Gifts Of The Holy Spirit - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Apr 7, 2002

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

Faithful To Ministry

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Mar 19, 2009

This study examines the call to be faithful in using our spiritual gifts.

This month we have been involved in a focus on being faithful. The first Sunday we talked about being faithful to God. The next Sunday we talked about being faithful to church. Last Sunday we talked about being faithful to family. Today, I want to talk about being faithful to ministry. Sometimes we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

Dependence On God

Contributed by Norm Beckett on Jan 27, 2001

If we want significance, success and security, we need God

DEPENDENCE ON GOD “The Lord said, “If as one people speaking the same language they have begun to do this, then nothing they plan to do will be impossible for them”” (Genesis 11: 6) A world with one language - a good idea? Yes? No? Men working together in unity - a good idea?? Yes? ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-6

Denomination: Holiness

Types Of Shame Used As Controls

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 19, 2001

Types of Shame Used as Controls

Types of Shame Used as Controls Romans I Pet 4:16 1). Innocent Shame - Shame felt when one’s character is slandered without justification 2). Guilty Shame - Shame felt before others when one violates an ethical norm. 3). Social Shame - Embarrassment felt when one makes a social blunder or error ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Agreement

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Nov 16, 2000

Discover how your spiritual strength is enhanced by simply coming into agreement with someone!

I. Binding & Loosing A. Text: Matthew 18:18-20 “Verily, I say unto you, whatsoever ye shall bind on earth shall be bound in heaven: and whatsoever ye shall loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven. Again I say unto you, that if two of you shall agree on earth as touching (concerning) anything ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:18-20

The Real Jesus ( Hidden In Plain Sight ) Series

Contributed by Denis O'callaghan Ph.d. ,th.d., D.d., D. Phil. on Sep 19, 2012

Who was the real Jesus and what did He mean?

This being good Friday we thought we might jump ahead and explain some of the things we have learned over the years. For example most people think that by reading a passage of Scripture they understand what they have read. In fact there are more than simply a few words that we read. Each thought is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:28-44

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Can The Church Be An Obstacle To Discipleship For Jesus?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Dec 5, 2022

The view outside the church can be damaging. Therefore the church must work to rid itself of its media problems.

Can the Church be an Obstacle to Discipleship for Jesus? Mark 4:10-20 You may want to read Mark 4:1-9, This is the actual parable that I am speaking about. [Why parables?] 10 As soon as He was alone, 1His followers, along with the twelve, began asking Him about the parables. 11 And He was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:10-20

Denomination: United Methodist

An Attitude Adjustment

Contributed by Phillip Day on Dec 30, 2008

Paul tells us what attitude we need to glorify God.

An Attitude Adjustment Philippians 2:1-18 I. The Necessary Example—Jesus (v. 1-11) a. Necessities of the church (v. 1) i. Trust in Christ ii. Encouragement because of love iii. Spirit-filled gatherings (John 4:23-24) iv. Compassion among believers (Colossians 3:12; John 13:34-35) ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

“the Priority Of Community” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 15, 2014

How do small groups help cultivate community?

(Show video - Be the Church) Let’s continue our conversation on becoming a church that makes a difference. Last time, we talked about worship being a priority for our church family, and we discussed how we might each help make our experience of worship more meaningful for our church family ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Baptist

Got Their Act Together

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 16, 2018

A study in the book of Numbers 2: 1 – 34

Numbers 2: 1 – 34 Got their act together 2 And the LORD spoke to Moses and Aaron, saying: 2 “Every one of the children of Israel shall camp by his own standard, beside the emblems of his father’s house; they shall camp some distance from the tabernacle of meeting. 3 on the east side, toward the ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Resilient Marriages Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Jan 14, 2019

Five irrefutable truths about marriage that make them resilient.

This is us: Resilient Marriages Matt.19:3-6 Five irrefutable truths about marriage that make them resilient: 1. Marriage is God’s idea. v.4a God’s purpose for your marriage: to show the world what His love is like Resilient marriages recognize and accept God’s purpose & design ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Difficult People - Part I Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 13, 2005

A series dealing with relational difficulties and reconciliation.

Dealing With Difficult People Part I Matthew 18:15-18 June 6, 2004 Matthew 18:15 (NLT) "If another believer sins against you, go privately and point out the fault. If the other person listens and confesses it, you have won that person back. Problems Within The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Was At The Cross?

Contributed by Ray Mckendry on Apr 9, 2007

A meditation on the people who were at the cross in order to evoke faith in Christ.

A Meditation: Who Was At The Cross? Some of the people who were at the cross… Mary, the mother of Jesus, whose heart was stabbed with the deepest pain of grief. Luke tells us: Lk 23:35 “And the people stood looking on…” John, the disciple Jesus loved, was obedient to his beloved Master and so ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Baptist

Complete Unity Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 26, 2005

Our Lord is praying that, in the midst of a divisive, confrontational world, Christians might attain a unity of faith and purpose.

“Complete Unity” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts From John 17, "Our Lord’s Prayer for His Disciples" (sermon series) John 17:20-23, “My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in Me through that they may all be one, Father, ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-23

Denomination: Congregational

What Does The Bible Say About Spiritual Gifts? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 28, 2009

This sermon explores what the Bible says about spiritual gifts.

Scripture For the past three Sundays we have been looking at Romans 12:3-8, in which the Apostle Paul has been teaching us how Christians are to serve in the body of Christ. The first Sunday I gave you a general overview of the text. The second Sunday we looked at what the Bible has to say about ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed