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  • D. Greg Ebie avatar

    We Believe – The Baptism In The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Oct 11, 2007
    based on 40 ratings
     | 50,172 views

    WE BELIEVE – The Baptism in the Holy Spirit

    • Acts 1:8 (NIV) But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. INTRODUCTION: Like my family and me many of you have visited Niagara Falls. We have visited many times and I’m ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Believing God Out Of Fear And Reverence Series

    Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Aug 5, 2008
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,190 views

    Study through the eleveth chapter of Hebrews; Noah stands as a great example in believing God and in believing God’s warning of coming judgment.

    Letting your Faith do the Walking Part 2 Believing God out of fear and Reverence Hebrews 11:7 Introduction This verse begins the list of believers included in God’s great hall of faith. The first two mentioned last week were Abel and Enoch, they were discussed in the overall description of Faith. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Believing God Out Of Obedience And Hope Series

    Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Aug 5, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,528 views

    Study throuhg the eleventh chapter of Hebrews; Abraham demonstrates one of the greatest examples of faith in the Bible. He believed God against all odds and he endured in his faith

    Letting your Faith do the Walking part 3 Believing God out of Obedience and Hope Hebrews 11:8-10 Introduction Tonight we will continue out series on “Letting your faith do the walking”, tonight we will see the faith of Abraham, “Believing God out of Obedience and Hope.” Tonight by way of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Taylor avatar

    "Perilous Times Require Powerful Believers” Series

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on Aug 8, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 12,772 views

    Continue in the things which you have learned.

    OPEN YOUR BIBLES TO Matthew 24 & 2 TIM 3 1. There are a few things we notice about time… • #1 Time just marches on… #2 – Time stops for no one. • And #3 - Things HAVE CHANGED over the years. Consider that… IN 1980 when the first Walkman’s came out there were $169! Now? Free Promotions When the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David DiYanni avatar

    What Do You Believe? Scientology

    Contributed by David Diyanni on Aug 26, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,301 views

    This is part four of a series on different false religions and how they differ from Christianity.

    What Do You Believe? Scientology Introduction A. Today we are continuing our series called “What do you believe?” We are talking about some of the major false religions that we are faced with today such as Jehovah Witnesses, the Mormons, Scientology and Islam and why ...read more

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    Denomination: Vineyard

  • Rodney Kelley avatar

    What Will It Take For You To Really Believe?

    Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 10, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,049 views

    What circumstances must happen to make you really trust God to take care of you?

    Introduction: Elijah had been fed by ravens and drank from the brook. Then the ravens quit coming, and the brook had no water. Now he was told to go find a widow, and she would feed him. God sent a prophet to the widow. In our text, the prophet faces another difficult trial of faith. Elijah ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rodney Kelley avatar

    Do We Really Believe The Gospel?

    Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 15, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,080 views

    Do you believe the Gospel enough to live it, and share it?

    Introduction: The Gospel is the death burial and resurrection of Jesus; its purpose is to bring the world to Christ. The Provider of the Gospel is God, and its commission has been given to the saved! Do you believe the Gospel enough to live it, and share it? I. The Foundation of the Gospel- ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Danny Ferguson avatar

    Why Do You Believe In God?

    Contributed by Danny Ferguson on Aug 14, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 17,000 views

    A survey of three arguments from classical apologetics (cosmological, teleological and moral).

    Why believe in God? Sermon for Adrian Christian Church Danny Ferguson Intro Why do you believe in God? Have you ever been asked this question? Are you prepared to answer this question? 1 Peter 3:15 But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Evie Megginson avatar

    Why I Believe In The Commandments Of God

    Contributed by Evie Megginson on Aug 29, 2003
    based on 16 ratings
     | 4,128 views

    I BELIEVE IN GOD COMMANDMENTS BECAUSE THEY TEACH RECOGNITION, THEY TEACH RATIONALLY, THEY TEACH RESPONIBILITY, THEY TEACH RESPECT,THEY TEACH RIGHTEOUSNESS AND THEY TEACH REWARDS.

    WHY I BELIEVE IN THE COMMANDMENTS OF GOD Ps 119:66 66 Teach me good discernment and knowledge, for I believe in Thy commandments. (NAS) Ted Turner has declared the Ten Commandments obsolete, "We’re living with outdated rules. The rules we’re living under are the Ten Commandments, and I bet ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Pat Cook avatar

    Can I Really Believe In The Church? Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Sep 4, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 4,261 views

    The five purposes of the church, as displayed by 5 images Jesus used to describe the church, and how Christians fit into the picture.

    Ephesians 4:1-16 – Can I Believe in the Church? I’m told that in a museum in Greenwich Village, Detroit, MI, there is a huge steam locomotive. Beside this complicated machine, there is a sign showing boiler pressure, size, the number of wheels, horsepower, lengths, weight and so on. The bottom ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Reggie Corfield avatar

    You Become What You Believe

    Contributed by Reggie Corfield on Sep 27, 2003
    based on 87 ratings
     | 18,202 views

    "Change is good" but "transformation" is what God is looking for. Think the world and that is what you will become. If you have no plan for your life, Satan does!

    Some of you who are readers of Christian books might have come across Norman Vincent Peale. Norman authored many books but his work entitled “The Power of Positive Thinking” has been translated into 40 languages and more than 20 million copies have been sold. In this book Norman recalls an ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Do You Believe? (Easter 2008)

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 23, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,503 views

    Do you believe the story of the resurrection? Or, do you doubt like Thomas did?

    Easter 2008 John 20:24-29 Introduction Risen slide Matthew 28:6 says, “He is not here; he has risen, just as he said.” Jesus Christ is alive!! Hallelujah!! Go with me in your bibles to John, Chapter 20 Today we celebrate Easter Sunday A time when excitement should take the place of the same ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Scudder avatar

    Are You A Borderline Believer? Part Ii Series

    Contributed by David Scudder on Apr 1, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,792 views

    What are the basic truths that a real believer must understand? Why does Jesus tells us to "be perfect?" What is the difference between real and false religion?...

    Are you a Borderline Believer? Part II Hebrews 5:13-14 Purpose: To demonstrate that a lack of passion for God’s Word indicates an absence of a relationship with Christ. Aim: I want the listener to see if their commitment to Christ is valid. INTRODUCTION: Could I see a show of hands: How many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Robert Higgins avatar

    Lies We Believe About God Series

    Contributed by Robert Higgins on Apr 17, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,127 views

    Karl Barth said that there are two ways to attain knowledge of God. One is to begin with ourselves but that is flawed because we are flawed. The only place to begin is with God.

    1. Lies we believe about God. 2. Joke: a. Art Linkletter was watching a young boy drawing a picture. He asked him what he was drawing and the boy said, “I’m drawing a picture of God.” Art replied, “you can’t do that because no one knows what he looks like.” To which the boy answered, “They will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Robert Higgins avatar

    Lies We Believe About Marriage Series

    Contributed by Robert Higgins on Apr 17, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,522 views

    A look at some of the lies we believe about marriage.

    Opening Joke: A young bride-to-be was at the rehearsal for her wedding. She was nervous and having a hard time remembering what she was supposed to do when she walked down the aisle. The minister said, “Relax, it’s not hard. First, all you need to do is slowly walk down the aisle. Second, walk ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist