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  • Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney avatar

    They Wanted Wine

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 1, 2002
    based on 28 ratings
     | 13,271 views

    Many People have lost the wine anointing of the Holy Spirit, Unfortunately there is often a long time between the time we lose something and the time we begin to miss it, and then eventually wish for it back again.

    John 2:3 3And (when they wanted wine), the mother of Jesus saith unto him, They have no wine. notice: Jesus was there, his disciples were there ( but still there was no wine) it is possible to be in the presence of Jesus and not be ministered to. I.e. to say ( not take him in or receive him.) ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Fire Of God

    Contributed by C Jordan on Jan 27, 2006
    based on 117 ratings
     | 54,619 views

    Jesus said, “I came to send fire on the earth, and how I wish it were already kindled!” (Luke 12:49). It’s time to get ignited with the fire of the Holy Spirit in our lives!

    THE FIRE OF GOD (October 2005 - Bible Fellowship Sunday am) ILLUSTRATION: Let me begin by telling you a story about a man who was going skydiving for the first time. He had taken all his lessons and it was time for his first solo jump. So he jumped out of the plane, but he panicked and couldn’t ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Grant Adams avatar

    The Christian And Prayer 2 Series

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Nov 19, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,898 views

    This is a MODEL prayer. Nowhere does the Bible infer that we are to pray a fixed or predetermined prayer. Prayer must be a matter of the heart and thus what I wish to pray may not correspond to your needs and vice versa

    This is a MODEL prayer. Nowhere does the Bible infer that we are to pray a fixed or predetermined prayer. Prayer must be a matter of the heart and thus what I wish to pray may not correspond to your needs and vice versa. The prayer is set out to show us the manner and the matter that should be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Andrew Dixon avatar

    Be A Visionary

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Aug 22, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,337 views

    The one point that I wish to spotlight is the fact that Caleb was a visionary with a long term vision in mind. For forty five long years Caleb waited for the promise to be fulfilled because his faith on God and His word.

    We will turn our attention to Numbers 14:24, “But my servant Caleb, because he has a different spirit and has followed me fully, I will bring into the land into which he went, and his descendants shall possess it.” (ESV) The focus of this message is based on the above mentioned verse. There are ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    Faith Like A Mustard Seed

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 1, 2004
    based on 60 ratings
     | 23,391 views

    Why do you think Jesus said Faith like a mustard seed will do?

    Hear the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to Luke Glory to you O Lord 5The apostles said to the Lord, "Increase our faith!" 6He replied, "If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mulberry tree, ’Be uprooted and planted in the sea,’ and it will obey you. ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Paul Apple avatar

    Shalom Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 14, 2001
    based on 91 ratings
     | 6,297 views

    GOD’S FAVOR DEPENDS ON THINKING RIGHT AND ACTING RIGHT

    BIG IDEA: GOD’S FAVOR DEPENDS ON THINKING RIGHT AND ACTING RIGHT "Finally brethren" I. WE ALL WANT GOD’S FAVOR IN OUR LIVES "the God of Peace shall be with you" cf. OT concept of God being with someone and blessing all of their endeavors and protecting them Barclay: "To Paul, God is the God of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Robert Laymance avatar

    This Self-Induced Curse Of Want.

    Contributed by Robert Laymance on Dec 15, 2000
    based on 94 ratings
     | 4,442 views

    If you think on your wants’ long enough, they will become a Need!

    The Bible says the eyes of man are never satisfied. This curse of want is never being satisfied with the Lord’s blessings. If our relationship with Him is true, then our hearts will reflect this in our words. 1. Cursed because We have TURNED FROM THE LORD! ( Deut.30:17 ) a. Turned from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Lauro C Hernandez avatar

    When Life Is Boring

    Contributed by Lauro C Hernandez on Sep 27, 2002
    based on 29 ratings
     | 3,639 views

    What to do when you think that your life is boring.

    WHEN LIFE IS BORING (2 Samuel 11:1-4) Intro: Boring-A tiresome person, when interest is lost. Making believe the other person is exciting, when he isn’t. I. WHAT IS THE SIGNIFICANCE OF LIFE? A. We have been created in the image of God 1) Gn. 1:27”So God created man in his own image, in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Don Hawks avatar

    The State Of The Church-- What's The Purpose Of Bethany Church?

    Contributed by Don Hawks on Mar 19, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 4,273 views

    The message encourages members to think about what is the purpose of the church.

    THE STATE OF THE CHURCH --WHAT’S THE PURPOSE OF BETHANY CHURCH? Acts 2:42-47 (TMNT) They committed themselves to the teaching of the apostles, the life together, the common meal, and the prayers. Everyone around was in awe¡Xall those wonders and signs done through the apostles! And all the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Chris Oswald avatar

    The Generosity Of God

    Contributed by Chris Oswald on Dec 6, 2001
    based on 20 ratings
     | 4,838 views

    Thinking of God’s generosity as a fundamental expression of His character.

    The Giving Nature of the Godhead: We look at faithful men and women who have been transformed by the master…The great cloud of witnesses all testify the same account—God is faithful. So the real person we model is Jesus Christ. “I am not commanding you but I want to test the sincerity of your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Pruitt avatar

    Build Your House Upon The Rock

    Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 16, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 15,056 views

    I want you all to think this morning about attitude!

    Build Your House Upon the Rock Sunday November 26,2000 This morning we want to speak on building our salvation our faith and our life. I want you all to think this morning about attitude! I want to take our text this morning from, Matthew 7:24-27 24 Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Shane Brooks avatar

    The Mind Of Christ

    Contributed by Shane Brooks on Aug 21, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,684 views

    4 steps to making wise decisions and thinking like Christ.

    John 7:38 Some people don’t want rivers of living water Many are happy where they are---WHAT IF THIS WAS AVAILABLE TODAY Tired of charismatics- FALL DOWN---FREAK OUT 3 things that affect society— BARNA 1. Celebrities 2. Movies 3. Sports Notice Christians aren’t on that list--- Not in the TOP ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ricky Tuttle Thd avatar

    What Is Your Score

    Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Sep 17, 2005
    based on 30 ratings
     | 3,749 views

    Many say they think they are saved; but what does the Bible say?

    What Is Your Score? 1 John 5:13 1 John 5:13 These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God. As I came to this verse in 1 John I asked myself what things were ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Peter Loughman avatar

    Jesus' Anointing: The Anointing

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 27, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,843 views

    This is how we are to operate: To please Jesus – whatever others think

    Mark 14:1-10 Betrayal – Sensitive Hearts – Indignation. In the Gospel of Mark we find this curious incident of the anointing of Jesus sandwiched in the middle of two sections on those who have a need to get rid of Jesus. What we see is a great contrast here between those, probably don’t fully ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Brian Atwood avatar

    Satisfaction In Life And How It's Tied To Teamwork Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Nov 12, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,013 views

    How to adapt my thinking in order to enjoy working with others.

    Together we make a difference. That’s what we’ve been focusing on these last several weeks. Say “Together we make a difference” with me. That’s the series we’re in. And it’s so critical to a worthwhile life. To be a part of the teams that God designed me to be a part of is one of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist