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  • James Owens avatar

    Being Filled With The Spirit

    Contributed by James Owens on Feb 6, 2008
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     | 29,056 views

    What does it mean to be filled with the Holy Spirit?

    “BEING FILLED WITH THE SPIRIT” TEXT: Ephesians 5:15-20 “See then that ye walk circumspectly, (i.e., Be very careful how you live) not as fools, but as wise, redeeming the time, (i.e., making the most of every opportunity), because the days are evil. Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Salvation Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 5, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,236 views

    Salvation theme

    Sermon Brief Date Written: May 18, 2007 Date Preached: May 20, 2007 Where Preached: OZHBC (PM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Study on 1 Peter Sermon Title: Salvation and You Sermon Text: 1 Peter 1:1-2 Introduction: 1 Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, to the pilgrims of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Witnessing

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Nov 16, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
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    Three keys to successfully sharing our faith 1. Deciding not to worry 2. Deciding to stand firm 3. Deciding to live a radically different lifestyle

    Kirby Bellars 18-04-07 Christian witness from Luke 21: 5-19 This morning I would like to focus on our Gospel reading. Story: Dr. Ian Paisley, the fiery Irish cleric and politician was reputed to have been preaching one Sunday on the End Times - and in particular on the Day of Judgement. As he ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Name Above All Names

    Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 30, 2010
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    • This morning I want to position you to use the name that is above every name…the Name of Jesus. • In ancient Hebrew culture, names carried great significance. • They might refer to an individual’s personality, relate to an event surrounding a person’

    Introduction • This morning I want to position you to use the name that is above every name…the Name of Jesus. • In ancient Hebrew culture, names carried great significance. • They might refer to an individual’s personality, relate to an event surrounding a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Sermon For Our Times Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 5, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,188 views

    This message is the second part of the The Sermon on the Mount Series, and looks at what it means to be meek

    A SERMON FOR OUR TIMES A Series On The Sermon On The Mount Section 1 ¡§Be All That You Can Be With The Right Attitude¡¨ Part 2 Matthew 5:3-12 "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5 Blessed are the meek, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Seven Ways To Open A Spiritual Door

    Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Mar 6, 2012
    based on 10 ratings
     | 48,631 views

    Spiritual doors can be opened trough spiritual ways. SOmetimes prayer is not enough...

    Acts 14:27 NKJV "They reported all that God had done with them, and that He had opened the door of faith to the Gentiles." I. Preparation They ministered to the Lord and fasted" (Acts 13:2). Spiritual doors don't just open on their own accord. There is a spiritual element that must be recognized ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What It Takes To Be A Real Witness For Christ. Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Apr 21, 2014
     | 5,350 views

    A sober look at the ministry of Paul

    WHAT IT TAKES TO BE A REAL WITNESS FOR CHRIST. INTRODUCTION: THIS WEEK I POSTED AN ARTICLE BY JAROD MOORE ON MY FACEBOOK ACCOUNT THAT WAS ON THE TOPIC OF WHY MINISTRY IS NOT FOR WIMPS. THIS ARTICLE GAVE TEN REASONS. HERE THEY ARE: IF YOU ENTER PASTORAL MINISTRY… 10. NOT EVERYONE WILL LIKE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Elijah Factor Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 22, 2014
     | 4,544 views

    The substitution of John for Elijah teaches us much about God’s ways and his dealings with mankind.

    The Elijah Factor (Mark 9:9-13, Malachi 4:5-6) 1. The world has been going through a chaotic time. Islamic terrorists have been cruelly killing anyone unlike them. 2. Scotland almost voted for independence but decided to stay with the UK. 3. Vladamir Putin talks about starting World War III; ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    An Eternal Weight Of Glory Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 18, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,945 views

    We should be grateful for God’s earthly, physical blessings and protection, but we should be even more grateful for the eternal blessings he gives us.

    An Eternal Weight of Glory (2 Corinthians 4:7-18 with Psalm 116) My view is that 2 Corinthians 4:7-18 is based on Psalm 116 (the 2 Cor. passage is a midrash). See if you agree. The “starting text,” Psalm 116:3-19 3 The snares of death encompassed me; the pangs of Sheol laid hold ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Dealing With The Tough Stuff Of Life

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 30, 2011
     | 9,847 views

    Everyone deals with some type of problems in life. We need to lean on Jesus to help us make it through

    Dealing with the Tough Stuff of Life 2 Corinthians 4:8-9, Romans 5:3-5 June 19, 2011 Morning Service Introduction One of the classic baseball television shots comes from the 1975 World Series, in which NBC captured Carlton Fisk, jumping up and down, waving his arms, trying to coax his hit to stay ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Great Grace #8: Adoption And Freedom From Bondage

    Contributed by C Jordan on Apr 11, 2013
     | 4,332 views

    A simple Bible study in Galatians 4, looking at our adoption into God's family, and freedom from bondage.

    GREAT GRACE & FREEDOM #8: ADOPTION AND FREEDOM FROM BONDAGE OPENING QUOTE: “One of the tragedies of legalism is that it gives the appearance of spiritual maturity when, in reality, it leads the believer back into a “second childhood” of Christian experience.” (Warren ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    A Prayer Over You

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on May 29, 2013
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     | 5,358 views

    Instead of praying that God would just wrap us all up in bubble wrap so we never feel any pain or have any problems, it might help us to look at the prayers that are prayed in the Bible. In Paul’s prayer for the Thessalonian Christians, we can learn a lot

    A Prayer Over You 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12 11 With this in mind, we constantly pray for you, that our God may count you worthy of his calling, and that by his power he may fulfill every good purpose of yours and every act prompted by your faith. 12 We pray this so that the name of our Lord Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Resurrection (Part 1)

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 21, 2021
     | 2,038 views

    What is the resurrection all about? How central is it to the Gospel?

    What is the resurrection all about? How central is it to the Gospel? 1 Corinthians 15:1-19 Jesus’ Resurrection 1 Corinthians 15:1 Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; We too received the Gospel. What does ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christian Vs. Secular Ideology: The Power Of The Resurrection

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 30, 2021
     | 1,436 views

    There is a war on today. It's not a war of guns or bombs, but a war of ideas. The war is about worldview. The war is about the course of human history. The war is about religion and the eviction of God from modern society.

    There is a war on today. It's not a war of guns or bombs, but a war of ideas. The war is about worldview. The war is about the course of human history. The war is about religion and the eviction of God from modern society. Battles rage on the horizon at this very moment. We can hear the ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Becoming Resilient

    Contributed by David Cramer on May 16, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,816 views

    A message of hope in these trying times about being able to persevere

    Becoming Resilient Good Morning Stand with me and lift up your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The indestructible, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational