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  • Ernie Arnold avatar

    Dancing With The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on May 4, 2015
    based on 9 ratings
     | 13,072 views

    In Acts 10 - God loves to challenge our thinking, He confronts our "box thinking" and He leads us to new doors of opportunity and transformation.

    Scripture: Acts 10:44-48 Acts 10:44-48English Standard Version (ESV) The Holy Spirit Falls on the Gentiles 44 While Peter was still saying these things, the Holy Spirit fell on all who heard the word. 45 And the believers from among the circumcised who had come with Peter were amazed, because the ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Ralph Andrus avatar

    The Verdict On Sin

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Sep 2, 2012
     | 2,742 views

    If we hear the word sin, we think of sins plural. We think of our lists. What is on the sin list? Which list? Whose list?

    LSD (Lysergic acid diethylamide) - Produces delusions of grandeur. - It gives a feeling of exaltation. - You can take a trip into a make-believe land - Students used LSD to expand their outlook on life - Thinking you can jump from a building and fly - Having an overpowering sense of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    The Book Of Hebrews: Old Testament Meets The New In Christ

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Dec 28, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,540 views

    Many think of Romans when they think about a systematic theology of Christianity. But there is another book that speaks forth systematic theology in my view, the book of Hebrews.

    “As the name imports, Systematic Theology has for its object the gathering of all that the Scriptures teach as to what we are to believe and do, and the presenting of all the elements of this teaching in a symmetrical system. The human mind must seek unity in all its knowledge...The method of ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Roshelle Brenneise avatar

    In The Midst Of The Lampstands Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jan 12, 2024
     | 1,692 views

    Instead of thinking of Revelation in terms of beasts, dragons and plagues, think of it in terms of Heavens perspective on history, Jesus’ sovereign control and ultimate triumph over evil.

    January 13, 2024 Everyone is curious about the future. Economists, meteorologists, farmers, etc. use information from the past to forecast what will happen in the future so that the best choices can be made in the present. Christians are also very curious about the future, especially about ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

  • Daniel Habben avatar

    Abraham: A Journey Of Faith - Setting A Peacemaker Pace Series

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Sep 25, 2016
     | 9,437 views

    God's promises make it so that we don't have to cut others off to get ahead. We already have heaven so we can afford to be generous to others.

    We’ve all seen those drivers—the ones that keep changing lanes because they believe this will catapult them ahead of traffic so they arrive at their destination a whole two minutes faster! These lane weavers put others at risk because of their self-centered drive to get ahead. Not ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    Cure For Troubled Hearts Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 26, 2020
     | 8,146 views

    To find the cure for your troubled heart, look ahead to the place Jesus is preparing for you, look up in prayer to your Heavenly Father, and look within at your Partner, the Holy Spirit.

    Turbulence is the number one concern of anxious flyers. So much about it seems dangerous, but Patrick Smith, a commercial airline pilot who flies Boeing 757’s and 767’s, assures flyers that turbulence seems a lot worse than it actually is. Smith writes: “For all intents and purposes, a plane ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Rejection Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 29, 2024
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     | 1,971 views

    Our text takes place about three days from the death of Jesus. In Mark 12 we are allowed to peer into the dark days ahead through the eyes of a parable…more of a preview.

    Five Powerful Words from the Last Week of the Life of Jesus REJECTION Mark 12:1-12 Introduction Last week we heard Jesus give the third passion narrative - a clear description of what was to happen when they got to Jerusalem. On the way he stops and heals Blind Bartimaeus. Mark 11 records the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The 7 Habits Of Highly Effective S.e.r.v.a.n.t Leader

    Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Jan 24, 2009
    based on 34 ratings
     | 23,559 views

    What should come to our mind when we think of servant leaders?

    One of the songs we sang today is “Make Me a Servant.” I pray that that is our prayer. “Lord, make me a servant today.” Last time I preached, we saw that serving is a high calling. We are to lead different from this world. Jesus told us that, though the world seeks power leadership, we are to seek ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Arnold Anoya avatar

    A Life Of Constant Triumph

    Contributed by Arnold Anoya on Mar 1, 2007
    based on 27 ratings
     | 5,939 views

    God’s will for our lives is for us to live in constant victory. Choose to live ahead of your contemporaries. Choose to live above your circumstances. Choose to live beyond your capabilities.

    INTRODUCTION: Paul gave us the reason for thanksgiving.God’s will for our lives is for us to live in constant victory. In spite of this and other scriptures, why is it still a difficult task to convince many of us that God wants us to constantly live a victorious life? I. CHOOSE TO A LIFE OF ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Gary Regazzoli avatar

    Developing The Mind Of Christ

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Apr 20, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,331 views

    What resources has God given believers to develop holy thinking?

    WWJD • A number of years ago an enterprising Christian businessman came up with the idea to sell a wristband to Christian young people with the letters WWJD on it. (What would Jesus do). • It was supposed to be constant reminder to the wearer to think about now Jesus would act in any given ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    It's Not About You Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 26, 2022
     | 3,592 views

    If you want to find real meaning in life, sure, go ahead and enjoy your liberty in Christ, but seek the good of others above yourself. And in so doing, seek the glory of God.

    “The world is peppered with people who can coax small seeds of inspiration into richly flowering ideas that put humankind on a better path. “And then there's that guy in Des Moines.” So began an Associated Press report a few years ago on October 15, 2017. The Iowa State Patrol made his ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    Lessons From Jeremiah – Part 3 – Jeremiah Commissioned; Two Visions; And God Demands Action Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 26, 2024
     | 1,701 views

    Jeremiah is commissioned by the Lord for the task ahead. Two visions speak of coming judgement upon Judah, and God demands the prophet acts urgently with the message God gave him of impending doom.

    LESSONS FROM JEREMIAH – PART 3 – JEREMIAH COMMISSIONED; TWO VISIONS; AND GOD DEMANDS ACTION PART 3 – Jeremiah 1:9-17 CHAPTER 1 {{Jeremiah 1:9-10 Then the LORD stretched out His hand AND TOUCHED MY MOUTH, and the LORD said to me, “Behold, I have put My words in your mouth. See, I have appointed ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    Prepare For Battle Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 9, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,735 views

    If you’re going to be ready to face the spiritual battles ahead, you must let God roll away your shame, relish your salvation, and respect your Sovereign Lord.

    Some time ago, a fictitious manual for Peace Corp volunteers headed for South America contained the following advice on “What to Do If Attacked by an Anaconda”: #1, If you're attacked by an anaconda, do not run; the snake is faster than you are. #2, Lie flat on the ground. #3, Put your arms ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Vinnie Cappetta avatar

    Scouting Out The First Step Of Your Vision Series

    Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on May 1, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,389 views

    All that God wants for us is right there in front of us, but if we are not careful, we will forge ahead without the guidance of the Lord and miss out on much of what He has for us.

    Scouting out the first step of your vision Joshua 2 Sent our secretly by Joshua the spies were led to Rahab’s house. Two walls somewhere around 12-15 feet high; built houses in between these walls. Why her house? 1. No questions asked (she was a harlot) 2. House was in the wall for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dag Heward-Mills avatar

    The Success Of King David - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Dag Heward-Mills on Oct 23, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,420 views

    Learn to be successful by emulating one of the most successful biblical figures of all times - David. In this sermon series we will learn the principles he followed that set him ahead of the pack.

    We pick up our sermon on the principles that made David successful. The Bible says of David And he died in a GOOD OLD AGE, FULL OF DAYS, RICHES, and HONOUR: and Solomon his son reigned in his stead. 1 Chronicles 29:28 Principle # 5: The Principle of Ministering to Others And it came to pass, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational