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  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    Words: Consider The Source Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 31, 2021
     | 1,981 views

    Seriously, though, there is a difference. God’s Word has power to propel us through life in Godliness, the word of man has some power, and the word of agitators can have a good dose of negative power. When it comes to words, we need to consider the source.

    Words: Consider the Source (Proverbs 29:18, 19, 21, 22) 1. None of us doubt the power of words. This story illustrates it. 2. A group of Frogs were traveling through the woods, and two of them fell into a deep pit. All the other Frogs gathered around the pit. When they saw how deep the pit was, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Fruit Of The Spirit Is...goodness Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 16, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,509 views

    Using goodness as the starting point for how Christ Followers should respond to the death of Osama bin Laden.

    Last Sunday night, well after midnight in Washington DC, President Obama addressed the nation to confirm that Osama bin Laden had been killed, an announcement which sparked celebrations such as this. [Show video] I’ve got to admit that the news of bin Laden’s death, as well as much of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Welch avatar

    Living In The Spirit Pt 5 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Feb 10, 2015
     | 4,402 views

    Fifth in a series of messages exploring what it means to live in the power of the Holy Spirit

    “Life in the Spirit” Part Five I. Life in the Spirit Many Christians have little knowledge or experience with the Holy Spirit. Relationship with the unseen Spirit of God sent to reside in the core of our being appears all through the New Testament. That relationship is the key to fruitful life ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Being A Body Part

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 31, 2003
    based on 35 ratings
     | 5,438 views

    Learn about the Context, Motivation, and Operation of the gifts of the Spirit as we study this chapter. Learn the four keys to living life as a part of the body of Christ.

    For an audio copy of this message go to: www.LivingWatersWeb.com Spiritual gifts probably causes more controversy among Christians today than almost any other topic. On both sides of the issue we have stereotypes – the wild-eyed charismatic who throws his hands out to heal people and they fall ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Andrew Magrath avatar

    It's Time To Lift The Pace

    Contributed by Andrew Magrath on Oct 9, 2001
    based on 54 ratings
     | 4,827 views

    Motivation to excellence

    It’s time to lift the pace - Background Jerusalem had returned to a sense of normality- the temple was rebuilt, they were at peace with their enemies, Nehemiah had gone back to the King and the people had fallen into a state of comatose. Unfortunately their worship of God had been neglected ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Bob Faulkner avatar

    The Holy Spirit In The Life Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Aug 7, 2015
     | 3,761 views

    Jesus lived as He wants us to live, full of the Spirit of God. What did that look like in His own life while here?

    IN THE LIFE OF JESUS Luke 1:15, Matthew 1:18-20. 15 "For he will be great in the sight of the Lord, and shall drink neither wine nor strong drink. He will also be filled with the Holy Spirit, even from his mother's womb." 18 Now the birth of Jesus Christ was as follows: After His mother Mary ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Michael Stark avatar

    The Spirit God Gave Us

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 21, 2020
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    The Spirit of God lives in each twice-born follower of Christ. Because He lives in us, we are enabled to walk in power, to love as God loves, and to act with divine wisdom. God calls us to be controlled by the Spirit He placed in each of us.

    “God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” [1] She was a recent convert to Christ, and she was in tears when she phoned me. The lady was suffering from disquieting events that were occurring each night. Each evening after retiring to her bed, a malevolent presence ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ron Freeman, Evangelist avatar

    Christ's Preaching: To Spirits In Prison

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Oct 9, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,468 views

    To establish that Peter’s discussion of this great event occurred when Noah was building the Ark; during 120 years which culminated by the flood. It was Christ’s Spirit in Noah, that preached to the disobedient people refusing to obtain safety in the Ark; where Noah and his house was saved by God.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Christ Preached: Through Righteous Noah 2. Christ Preached: To the Disobedient 3. Christ Preached: To the Spirits in Prison Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing the theme: “Christ's Preaching: to spirits in prison.” This theme has encouraged many ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Let The Will Of The Lord Be Done Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jun 14, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 615 views

    Acts 21:1-16 illustrates some of the aspects involved in obeying God’s will.

    Introduction “What is God’s will for my life?” Have you ever asked that question? Or have you ever thought about that question? This is one of the most frequently asked questions by Christians. If you are a Christian, you want to know God’s will for your life. You want to do what pleases ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Richard McNair avatar

    Preaching Framework Series

    Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Nov 4, 2004
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,492 views

    The Motivated Sequence

    The Motivated Sequence 1Co 1:18 For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God. 1. Attention 2. Need 3. Satisfaction 4. Visualization 5. Action 1. Attention Creating interest and desire 2. Need a. The development of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Taylor avatar

    Fasting Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Jul 31, 2014
     | 9,165 views

    Motivation in Fasting

    Motivation in Fasting Matthew 6:16-18 We have taken a rest stop on fasting for a few weeks. From Luke 2 we saw two God centered old saints who were not satisfied with the status quote who hungered for more of God and for him to work on behalf of his people. Anna in particular gave herself to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    The Passion Of Self-Gratification Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 30, 2009
    based on 55 ratings
     | 27,602 views

    God’s wisdom gives peace but the churches to which James wrote were experiencing chronic hostility & sharp confrontations. They fought, coveted, quarreled & condemned others to obtain their desires. They were dominated by self-will

    JAMES 4: 1-5 THE PASSION OF SELF-GRATIFICATION [Romans 7:14-25] Russian novelist Leo Tolstoy wrote of a man who was dominated by the driving desire for self-gratification. To possess land was his highest pleasure. Someone promised him that he could own all of the land he could walk around ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Empowering Of The Holy Spirit: The Spirit Is Upon Us And Within Us

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 28, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 18,326 views

    other texts are within the sermon. We receive the Holy Spirit at conversion,then we are impowered over and over again.

    Antonio The Garbage Man. Antonio’s huge truck would arrive, backing up with that horrific big truck back up sound. Ding ding ding ding! He would jump out and start pounding on the door, shouting over the unbelievably loud truck, "Garbage Man, Garbage man, Garbage man is here!" Well, no kidding, a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Michael L. Williams, Jr. avatar

    The Difference Between The Indwelling Of The Holy Spirit And Being Filled With The Holy Spirit. Series

    Contributed by Michael L. Williams, Jr. on Jan 29, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,799 views

    A lot of times the Holy Spirit gets the least amount of respect out of all the Trinity even though it is his part that’s at the forefront of our Christian walks today let me explain God the father started it, God the Son finished it, and God the Holy Spirit sealed it.

    The Day of Pentecost (Acts 2:1-13) was one of the most phenomenal and important events in all of history, for it was the day of “the coming of the Holy Spirit.” Jesus had deliberately prepared the disciples for the coming of the Holy Spirit. Throughout the Bible, the revelation of the indwelling ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Richard Papafio avatar

    A Fearless Man Carrying A Fearless And Faithful Spirit (Paul, Holy Spirit)

    Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jul 31, 2018
     | 4,128 views

    Whether I die or live, I do so for Jesus, through who I am strengthened to do all things....the mindset of a true believe and soul winner

    May the peace of the Lord be with you Topic: A FEARLESS MAN CARRYING A FEARLESS AND FAITHFUL SPIRIT (PAUL CARRYING THE SPIRIT OF GOD) Acts 14:19-23 King James Version (KJV) 19 And there came thither certain Jews from Antioch and Iconium, who persuaded the people, and having stoned Paul, drew ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic