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  • Paul Andrew avatar

    Moving In The Opposite Spirit— 6th Sunday In Ordinary Time

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 27, 2019
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    A “Manual” for Escaping Our Vicious Cycles through non-violence is what the Sermon on the Mount has been called; to transform the adversary - and, in the process, to be transformed ourselves.

    1). Mary Lou Kownacki relates the following tale: It seems that in a certain village a snake had bitten so many people that few dared to go into the fields. Finally, it was taken to a wise person who tamed the snake and persuaded it to practice the discipline of nonviolence. When the villagers ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Why Do I Need Holy Spirit - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Nov 29, 2019
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     | 5,790 views

    Has anyone ever asked you, "Why do I need Holy Spirit?" If so, what did you tell them? Here is a study that may help us more thoroughly answer this question!

    Holy Spirit is the third person of the triune Godhead. Often, when God makes Himself known, He will do it through a Holy Spirit manifestation. The three most common “known” forms of God’s presence are: 1. The Omnipresence – Ever present God (Whether we feel Him or not) 2. Indwelling Presence – The ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Why Do I Need Holy Spirit? – Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 6, 2019
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     | 5,115 views

    We continue our study today on Why Do I Need Holy Spirit in my life? Today we will talk about regeneration, conviction and revelation. Let's access our Bibles...

    Introduction: • Talk about the infilling and the indwelling of Holy Spirit. Acts 2:1-4; Acts 4:8; Acts 7:55; Luke 4:1… • Share your personal testimony of the infilling (Baptism) of Holy Spirit I. HE ASSISTS IN THE PROCESS OF REGENERATION John 3:5-8 5. Jesus answered, “Truly, truly, I say to you, ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Why Do I Need Holy Spirit – Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 13, 2019
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     | 4,683 views

    The Holy Spirit’s Work could be classified as: “The active presence of God in the world, and more specifically in the church.”

    I. HE EMPOWERS US FOR SPIRIT-LED LIVING John 6:63 ESV - It is the Spirit who gives life; the flesh is no help at all. The words that I have spoken to you are spirit and life. A. Empowered to Witness 1. Acts 1:8 (Quote) - Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, the Uttermost parts of the earth. a. Our ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Lesson: C.m.2: The Testimony Of Jesus, The Spirit, And The Bride Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 21, 2019
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    It is fitting for the sacred Scripture to close with a reference to the Holy Spirit. He is the Author of the Book and the One who has inspired every chapter, every verse, and every line. He is the omnificent genius behind this miracle in words, the Bible.

    Tom Lowe 3/1/18 Book of Revelation Commentary Topic # C.M.: CONCLUDING MATERIAL (22:6-21) Lesson: C.M.2: The Testimony of Jesus, the Spirit, and the Bride (Rev. 22:12-17) Scripture (Rev. 22:12-17, KJV) 12 And, behold, I come quickly; and my reward is with me, to give every man according as his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Essential Truths: The Triune God - The Holy Spirit In The World And In The Church

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Mar 17, 2019
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    What would the world be like without God, if Jesus had not come? This message explores the work of God in the world and in the church. The message borrows freely from William Barclay, and Jeremiah Johnson's book "Unimaginable".

    Essential Truths: The Triune God - The Holy Spirit: Trinity in the World and in the Church This past Thursday. 4 days ago. New Zealand. Christchurch. A peaceful city in a peaceful country. A 28 years old man walks up to another man and is greeted: “Welcome brother”. The first man shoots the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Great Help From God's Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 11, 2021
     | 5,255 views

    1. He gives us great confirmation (vs. 16). 2. He gives us great expectation (vs. 17-25). 3. He gives us great intercession (vs. 26-27).

    Great Help from God's Holy Spirit The Book of Romans Romans 8:16-27 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 24, 2016 (Revised January 11, 2021) MESSAGE: *Has God ever helped you in an unusual way? He does it all the time. A few years ago, I saw a news story that came from Hazle ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • MELVIN MAUGHMER, JR. avatar

    What Kind Of Spirit Do You Have Part#2

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Feb 7, 2021
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    One of the greatest hindrances you will encounter in your Christian walk is that of the religious spirit. Religious spirits endeavor to interfere with the free flow of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

    What Kind of Spirit Do you Have? By Bishop Melvin Maughmer Part #2 OPENING: - Last night before I went to bed, I was watching the local news and this church here in Florida received a violation for violating covid restrictions. They didn’t have a permit to have the event that had several thousand ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Transformed By Truth: The Gift Of The Holy Spirit Luke 11:13 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 13, 2024
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     | 323 views

    Luke 11:13 is part of Jesus' teaching on prayer, where He assures us of God's willingness to give us the greatest gift of all—the Holy Spirit.

    Transformed by Truth: The Gift of the Holy Spirit Luke 11:13 (NLT): "So if you sinful people know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him." Introduction: Today, we delve into the profound promise found in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Trainer Series

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on Jun 29, 2009
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     | 2,457 views

    True life in the Holy Spirit means a life that is supernaturally empowered to live in this sin-infected world as weak people of flesh and yet victorious through the Spirit!

    SERIES: PRESCRIPTIONS FOR A HEALTHY & HOLY CHURCH: A Study in 1 Corinthians Applied To The Church Today III. MAINTAINING PROPER DIET & EXERCISE D.) ROLES & EQUIPMENT (Source of Spiritual Gifts) “THE TRAINER” (1 Cor. 12:1-11) Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, June 21, 2009 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    One Thing I Do

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Aug 14, 2013
     | 5,603 views

    Cross changes how we view everyone and everthing.

    ONE THING I DO…. Phil. 3: 7-14 (p 819) August 11, 2013 INTRODUCTION: Have you ever heard the phrase…”Resting on your laurels?” It comes from when Greek Olympians would win an event…they were given Bay Laurel crowns to honor the God Apollo’s…those ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    David In Saul's Service

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 5, 2019
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     | 9,382 views

    David in Saul's service in 1 Samuel 16:14-23 shows us how the Lord prepared David for his future service.

    Scripture Last week we begin a sermon series on “The Life of David.” David’s story begins in 1 Samuel 16, where we read that God sent Samuel to anoint David as the next king of Israel (16:1-13). When Samuel anointed David as the next king over Israel, David was just a young boy, perhaps as young ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    His Presence Or Presents?

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 15, 2009
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     | 11,141 views

    During Christmas season we often say, “God’s presence is more important than presents.” But the amount of time and effort we spend on shopping for gifts may indicate otherwise. So, what would Christmas be like if we truly celebrated God’s presence?

    Opening illustration: Oswald Chambers once wrote: “It is not God’s promises we need, it is [God] Himself.” At Christmastime we often say, “God’s presence is more important than presents.” But the amount of time and effort we spend on shopping for gifts may indicate otherwise. In certain parts of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Seasons Of Life (Part 2 - The Middle Years) Series

    Contributed by W F on Jan 10, 2011
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     | 15,999 views

    What are some of the tests we face in the middle years of life and how ought we navigate them to the glory of God?

    INTRODUCTION Our growth (physically, intellectually, spiritually etc), up to the age of about 25 can be likened to drinking from a fire hydrant. We get twelve years of formal education, maybe some tertiary study or an apprenticeship, and then there’s all the life experiences we get outside that. ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    How To Gain More Self-Control Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Sep 20, 2016
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     | 51,979 views

    This is a sermon on self-control. It is one of the fruits of the Spirit. 1. Admit You Have A PROBLEM 2. Put The Past BEHIND You 3. Master Your EMOTIONS 4. Believe You Can CHANGE 5. Avoid TEMPTATION 6. Depend On Christ’s POWER

    Fruit of the Spirit – Self-Control How to Gain More Self-Control Today we finish up the characteristics of the fruit of the Spirit. We are looking at self-control. Next week we will deal with the phrase – “against such things there is no law.” Let’s go ahead and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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