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  • Chris Carter avatar

    What's In A Trial

    Contributed by Chris Carter on May 29, 2012
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    When we go through the tough times in life there are many things we can get out of it.

    “What’s in a TRIAL” James 1:2-8 I. T-Test (vs2-3) A. Tests take effort to complete and pass 1. We live in a NOW society 2. Many people live as if things are owed to them and no work is necessary to achieve what they want 3. In turn this is a failure in the spiritual life as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Gold In The Furnace

    Contributed by Michael Buckingham on Jun 20, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,508 views

    Are you going through trials and tribulations? God is putting you through hard times to purify you!

    Gold in the Furnace The hymn is beautiful: Gold in the Furnace Tried Ne’er loses aught but dross, So is the Christian purified, And bettered by the cross. My past few days have been about testing and trials. Yesterday, I had an examination for a course I am doing for my career in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Elmer Towns avatar

    Why Doesn't God Do What I Ask? Lesson 5 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 24, 2017
     | 3,539 views

    What are God's reasons for not answering?

    A. INTRODUCTION: WHY OUR PARENTS DON’T DO ALL WE ASK 1. It’s not good for us. 2. They don’t have resources. 3. They have other plans for us. 4. They have something better. 5. It would hurt us. B. WHY SOME HAVE GREAT EXPECTATIONS 1. Promise. “Whatever you ask in My name, that I will do” (John ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Grant Adams avatar

    Convictions

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Mar 1, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,731 views

    We usually determine what is right or wrong according to our convictions.

    We usually determine what is right or wrong according to our convictions. Many people do not have their own convictions. They are based on what others think. What our parents taught us. Maybe even what the Pastor thinks. God wants us to have our own convictions. Matthew 16:13-16. I am a Baptist by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The God Of Genesis 22 Series

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Nov 15, 2014
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,154 views

    If we want to follow in the footsteps of Abraham, and enjoy God's blessings on Abraham on ourselves and the generations that follow us, we must be willing to be obedient when God tests us Sacrifice our best to God See God's Provision befor He gives it

    A man by the name of Steve Winger told of his last college exam. It was a final in a class in Logic. The professor was known for giving difficult exams. Steve noted that the professor did make one concession: "To help us on our test, the professor told us we could bring as much information as we ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Job, God, And Satan Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Nov 23, 2020
     | 5,036 views

    Why did God allow Satan to test Job's faith?

    Last week we noted a wealthy man Job with grown children who were also well off and enjoyed life. Job is described as blameless, upright, feared God and shunned evil. Job was a godly man! Before we learn from the rest of Chapter 1 of Job. Since angels are cited, let us remind ourselves of who ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Dr. Fred W. Penney avatar

    How To Live An Exceptional Life!

    Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on May 8, 2022
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     | 3,040 views

    This message is based on Genesis 22 and looks at God's testing of Abraham and his obedience; Abraham is called the "man of faith" in the NT

    Title: How to live an exceptional life Text: Gen 22:1-18 Introduction: You may have heard of the passing of Guy Lafleur (April 2022) ... an ordinary person in every way – with one exception...He was an exceptional hockey player... 5 Stanley cups 3 Art Ross trophy’s (scoring title) 2 Hart ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Neal Gray avatar

    Kindred Spirits For The Work Of Christ

    Contributed by Neal Gray on Oct 10, 2001
    based on 47 ratings
     | 7,601 views

    Entire sanctification means that I am willing to lay down my life for the brethren. Can God be any more pleased than when we have this attitude?

    The Holiness Lifestyle: "Kindred Spirits for the Work of Christ" Author: Dr. Neal Gray Passage: Philippians 2:19-30 Purpose: Entire sanctification means that I am willing to lay down my life for the brethren. Can God be any more pleased than when we have this attitude? INTRODUCTION Opening ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Seven Things About The Spirit

    Contributed by Terry Vaughan on Oct 16, 2001
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,607 views

    Seven things about the Spirit that you may not have known to be a Christian.

    WESTSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR: TERRY VAUGHAN SERMON TITLE: SEVEN THINGS ABOUT THE SPIRIT “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life. For God sent not his son into the world to condemn the world; but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    He Is The Giver Of The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Don Jaques on Mar 3, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,674 views

    Jesus does not leave his disciples as orphans. He sends them the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of Truth.

    Who Is This Jesus? 15. He is the Giver of the Holy Spirit John 16:1-15 Don Jaques February 26/27, 2005 MAIN IDEA: Jesus does not leave his disciples as orphans. He sends them the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of Truth. 1. He convicts people of sin. (John 16:8) Are you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • D. Greg Ebie avatar

    Roadblocks To The Baptism In The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Sep 18, 2004
    based on 48 ratings
     | 12,501 views

    Living With Power #6 7 Roadblocks to receiving the Baptism in the Holy Spirit with keys to your BREAKTHROUGH!

    Breaking Through the Obtacles in Your Path 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." Power to tell people about Jesus! You can’t do this with human ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    "As The Spirit Gave Utterance"

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 23, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,659 views

    God gives us a ’language’ of unity in Him.

    “And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit was giving them utterance.” (vs 4) The verse we’re studying today, and indeed, this entire passage involving most of chapter 2, has been debated and heatedly argued between various camps for ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Creative Power Of The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Herman Abrahams on Oct 15, 2004
    based on 10 ratings
     | 12,089 views

    The Holy Spirit, along with the Father and the Son was at work in creation. “He is generally pictured as completing, filling, and giving life to God’s creation”

    Compiled by: Herman Abrahams (Pastor), Cornerstone Faith Ministries, P.O. Box 740, Westridge 7802, Rep. of South Africa. E-Mail: Mentorship2003@yahoo.co.uk Note to the reader: If you have been blessed with this sermon compilation, I would be honoured to receive an e-mail from you ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    "Are There Such Things As 'spirit Guides?'" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 21, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,462 views

    What about angels?

    We are living in a day when people are preoccupied with angels. According to one U.S. Gallup Poll, 72 percent of respondents said they believed in angels. Books, magazines, films, stories, talk shows and angel paraphernalia abound. The extent to which the angel craze is captivating people is aptly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    I Believe In The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 24, 2004
    based on 15 ratings
     | 8,998 views

    Christians throughout the centuries have affirmed their belief in the Holy Spirit. This sermon explores the person and work of the Holy Spirit.

    Introduction As we continue our series in The Apostles’ Creed I would like to examine today what it means to believe in the Holy Spirit. Please listen as I recite the Apostles’ Creed: I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed