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  • Rickey Broach avatar

    The Fire Of The Lord

    Contributed by Rickey Broach on Mar 10, 2002
    based on 57 ratings
     | 8,995 views

    GOD IS MOVING IN THESE LAST DAYS, IF HE IS TO MOVE THROUGH US WE MUST ALLOW THE FIRE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT TO BURN WITHIN US FIRST

    THE FIRE OF THE LORD MATTHEW 3:11 – 12 I indeed baptize you with water unto repentance: but he that cometh after me is mightier than I, whose shoes I am not worthy to bear: he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost, and with fire: 12 Whose fan is in his hand, and he will thoroughly purge his floor, ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Johnny Carver avatar

    The Fire Of God

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Apr 8, 2002
    based on 31 ratings
     | 9,166 views

    This sermon displays the firey presence of God and how to benefit from God power

    Scripture: Genesis 22:1- 14 Title: “The Fire of God!” Introduction: The Bible has a lot to say about “Fire.” The word “Fire” is used 549 times in 506 verses throughout the Word of God. God has used FIRE to execute judgment upon evil. God has used FIRE to get the ATTENTION of Moses. God ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jim Grinnell avatar

    To Build A Fire

    Contributed by Jim Grinnell on Dec 31, 2002
    based on 18 ratings
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    like Jesus, we need to not only look, but to really see men, that is, perceive and understand the deep longings in men who are without God … in short … “what are they seeking?”

    To Build a Fire September 2, 2001 Read John 1:35-39a and 2 Tim. 4:5 I want to bring an exhortation on evangelism today, but rather than stress our responsibility to evangelize, I want to do it by thinking deeply about the nature of man. When it comes down to “doing the work of an evangelist” I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Curtis Brock avatar

    In Hell There Is Fire

    Contributed by Curtis Brock on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 70 ratings
     | 5,384 views

    Introduction: While preaching one night on the subject of Hell, a lady after the service commented that it had been a long time since she had even heard a preacher preach on this subject.

    Introduction: While preaching one night on the subject of Hell, a lady after the service commented that it had been a long time since she had even heard a preacher preach on this subject. I immediately began to see the Urgency of the emergency! More must be preached on this awful place. If ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Peter Vandever avatar

    Send The Fire

    Contributed by Peter Vandever on Oct 15, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,318 views

    This is a revelation of God to me.

    Sometime ago I stood from a pulpit in Northern Missouri and spoke a prophetic word saying, “God is start to remove the generals of yesteryear’s Army to make way to tomorrow’s Army.” Since this word came forth, Generals such as EV Hill, Bill Bright, Kenneth Hagin, and Derek Prince have ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Trial By Fire

    Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Aug 17, 2002
    based on 150 ratings
     | 12,898 views

    God is in control – even during crises. Therefore he is worthy of our trust – even during crisis.

    - - - - - All scripture is from the New Living Translation - - - - - 1. Read the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego using a preschool story book That in a nutshell is it. And other than the fact that the pictures are great – one of the reasons I like the way that this book tells the story ...read more

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  • Derrick Strickland avatar

    Build A Fire

    Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Aug 26, 2002
    based on 452 ratings
     | 65,594 views

    When you’re weary, weak, confused and just don’t know what to do… build a Fire!

    “Build A Fire” Acts 28: 1-10 INTRO: 1. I believe that there is nothing in this book that is insignificant. a. If we truly believe that God orchestrated everything in the life of Paul, we must also believe that even the smallest detail is ordained by God. b. In my ministry, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Sheila Crowe avatar

    Faith On Fire

    Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Sep 26, 2002
    based on 16 ratings
     | 14,903 views

    having faith requires a personal relationship with God through devotions and worship, following the life of Christ and practicing using your faith

    I tell you the truth if you have faith as small as a mustard seed you can say to this mountain Move from here to there and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you. Matt 17:20-21 Do you have faith as small as a mustard seed? I do not see any mountains around here for if you have ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Henry Shellman avatar

    Build The Fire

    Contributed by Henry Shellman on Sep 26, 2002
    based on 21 ratings
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    A message of revival comparing the renewal of the spirit to a physical fire.

    Build the Fire Psalms 85:6-7 Acts 2:3 Psa 85:6 “Wilt thou not revive us again: that thy people may rejoice in thee? Psa 85:7 Show us thy mercy, O LORD, and grant us thy salvation. Act 2:3 And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them.” We want ...read more

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    Fire And Brimstone

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 29, 2002
    based on 65 ratings
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    Hell is a place of truth, where the true nature of the human condition will be exposed. If God is holy, there must be a hell. Whereas heaven consists of "whosoever will", hell is a place of "whosoever won’t".

    ¡§Fire and Brimstone¡¨ -Rev. Dr. Robert G. Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Text: Mark 9:42-49 & Revelation 20:11-15 Outline: A. The Function of Hell B. The Symbolism of Hell C. The Way to Hell D. The Avoidance of Hell Introduction: This is my ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney avatar

    Changed By The Fire

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 22, 2005
    based on 148 ratings
     | 40,326 views

    The greatest need of this hour for the church is a fresh fire. We need more than a touch we need transformation.

    Changed by the Fire Pro 30:15-16 Four things that say not it is enough ( The fire). Fire is never satisfied, it will burn as long as there is fuel. (Heb 12:29 KJV) For our God is a consuming fire. This means God is never finished, he never reaches a point where he says you’re holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Stephen Todd avatar

    Playing With Fire Series

    Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 1, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 3,176 views

    When confronted with sexual temptation, Joseph dropped his garment and ran. This is a good example for us to follow as we are confronted with sexual temptation daily.

    Genesis 39 March 21, 2004 (At the startr of this sermon I lit a candle at the front of the church and allowed it to burn throughout the message) Many boys in the process of growing up go through a stage where they are fascinated with fire. Good for light and heat. But if the fascination runs ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ewen Huffman avatar

    Standing The Fire Series

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Apr 22, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,785 views

    How do we fire-proof our lives and our faith, and also protect ourselves against the constant faith-wearing coercive influence of our society.

    Daniel: standing the fire. Daniel 3:1-30 WBC 25/4/04am INTRODUCTION Starting series in the minor Prophets, looking at key verses in each, but in context of the whole book - by way of introduction, before we properly get into series- look at Daniel which is often counted as the lesser of the 4 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dana Visneskie avatar

    Burning With Fire

    Contributed by Dana Visneskie on May 14, 2004
    based on 57 ratings
     | 4,689 views

    What is the purpose of the Baptism in the Holy Spirit? Is the Baptism in the Holy Spirit for today, and how is a person Baptized, is what this message explains

    Title: Burning With Fire Text: Acts 1:8; Acts 2:1-4 Pray!!! Read Text!!! Introduction: - Luke gives us a two fold reason why believers need to be baptized in the Holy Spirit. 1. For Power 2. To Be A Witness - Power means more then strength and ability, it means something that’s in operation ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Glenn Newton avatar

    Feed The Fire Series

    Contributed by Glenn Newton on May 22, 2005
    based on 31 ratings
     | 11,941 views

    Every Christian needs to be filled with the Holy Spirit, but after this gift is recieved, we need to Feed the Fire.. I share a couple ideas on how to do this.

    Feed the Fire Pastor Glenn Newton May 22, 2005 5 I have been reminded of your sincere faith, which first lived in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice and, I am persuaded, now lives in you also. 6 For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene