Simon The Sorcerer Series
Contributed by Robert Leroe on Feb 23, 2003
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The Spirit isn’t a commodity we command but a Person Who commands us.
Conversions in the Book of Acts> “Simon the Sorcerer” Acts 8:9-24 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, MassachusettsPeople are attracted to entertainment with dazzling special effects. Simon the Sorcerer amazed the people of Samaria with his impressive tricks and ...read more
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Denomination: Congregational
The Liberating Power Of An Unhindered Prayer And Praise Life
Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Feb 24, 2003
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The purpose of this sermon is to remind the believer that nothing should hinder his prayer and praise life. (The joy of the Lord is our strenght)
In our text, Paul and Silas encountered a young lady with the spirit of divination. She was used by many for material gain. She was a kind of fortune teller, a sooth sayer, a voodoo girl. Many days she would follow Paul and Silas refering to them as men of the most high God. But one particular day ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
Another Miracle
Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Feb 24, 2003
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A lame man is healed by God’s power
Another MiracleActs 3:1-11Jeff Hughes – February 23, 2003Calvary Chapel AggielandI.Introductiona.Today, we are going to look at the life of a man that was radically changed by the power of God. We will look at his faith and his reaction to Jesus.b.This was a man that was paralyzed. He had ...read more
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Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
The Conversion Of Saul
Contributed by Al Lowe on Feb 26, 2003
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The Lord is one of long suffering patience
Acts 9:1PROPOSITION: The Lord is one of long suffering patience.OBJECTIVE: To experience the patience of God.The story of the conversion of Saul has been told through the centuries of the Christian church. Luke found this so important, he gives an entire chapter to it. This conversion makes ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
A Refill
Contributed by Jimmy Stewart on Feb 28, 2003
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Sometimes we need to get refilled up on the Holy Ghost!
A RefillActs 4:31Taking up where we left off last week, we have found Peter and John being released from their imprisonment, to which they received for preaching the Gospel, and doing signs and wonders in Jesus’ name. After being released, they came to their own company, and told them what had ...read more
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Denomination: Pentecostal
When Heaven Opens
Contributed by Darrell Jones on Mar 1, 2003
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I recently saw a sign for a store advertising a grand opening. The store manager boasted of great give-a-ways and all sort of wonderful prizes. However, none of these things compare to what we gain when Heaven opens.
In our text Heaven opened to show Peter a vision from God of our world,both Jews, Gentiles and Samaritans.God also showed Peter that he would have to work among the unbelief, prejudices, and despair of this world.Heaven opened to give Peter a promise of continual divine assistance.(1) Heaven ...read more
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Denomination: Assembly Of God
Sonstroke On The Damascus Road Series
Contributed by Robert Leroe on Mar 2, 2003
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Paul goes from persecutor to Apostle. Conversion is the process by which God brings us from darkness into the Light.
Conversions in the Book of Acts> “Sonstroke on the Damascus Road” Acts 9:1-22 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, MassachusettsThe Apostle Paul’s conversion is regarded as one of the most significant, monumental events in the Bible. He starts out being the church’s #1 ...read more
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Denomination: Congregational
Great Explanation
Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Mar 3, 2003
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Peter’s Explanation for the lame man’s healing
Great ExplanationActs 3:12-26Jeff Hughes – March 2, 2003Calvary Chapel AggielandI.Introductiona.Last week we saw how God set the stage for Peter to deliver a message to the crowd gathered at the temple for evening prayer. We saw a man that was lame from his birth miraculously healed by the ...read more
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Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
The Power Of A Praying Church
Contributed by Norris Harris I on Mar 3, 2003
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In order to be An Exhibition of God’s Power thru the Principle of Evangelism, We Must Have An Effectual Prayer Life. I submit to you that basically Acts 4 is an account of A PRAYING CHURCH. In Verses 23-31, Luke records the epitaph of A CHURCH AT PRAYER.
In order to be An Exhibition of God’s Power thru the Principle of Evangelism, We Must Have An Effectual Prayer Life. I submit to you that basically Acts 4 is an account of A PRAYING CHURCH. In Verses 23-31, Luke records the epitaph of A CHURCH AT PRAYER.Some Wonderful Things Happened When This ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
How A Saved Person Can Ride Out There Storm
Contributed by Phil Dyar on Mar 4, 2003
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IN THIS WORLD WE WILL HAVE TO FACE THE STORMS OF LIFE. HOW CAN WE RIDE ARE STORMS OUT.
ACTS 27 VERSE 31 TEXT PAUL SAID TO THE CENTURION AND TO THE SOLDIERS EXCEPT THESE ABIDE IN THE SHIP YE CANNOT BE SAVED.HERE IN ACTS 27 GODS MAN PAUL WAS GOING IN A DARK STORMAND THE SOILDIERS WANTED TOO JUMP SHIP. WE READ THAT GODS MAN PAUL TOLD THEM TO STAY IN THE SHIP AND TO JUST RIDE IT ...read more
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Out Of The Box Series
Contributed by Paul Fredericks on Mar 5, 2003
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We will prevent conflicts from splintering the church, when we allow God to have the Last Word!
Out of the Box2 March 2003Acts 11:1-18fellowship communityINTRODUCTION: Comedian Emo Philips used to tell this story: In conversation with a person I had recently met, I asked, "Are you Protestant or Catholic?" My new acquaintance replied, "Protestant." I said, "Me too! What franchise?" ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
What's Driving Our Church
Contributed by Jim Kane on Mar 8, 2003
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A fully functioning church is one driven by the five main functions – worship, outreach, fellowship, discipleship, and service.
Rick Warren tells the story of Westside Church’s yearly church council meeting whose sole agenda item was to determine the church program for the next year. Convened by the chairperson, Steve Johnson this is a summary what happened:“We’ve got a lot to cover tonight, folks, so we’d better get ...read more
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Denomination: Church Of God
No Partiality Series
Contributed by Robert Leroe on Mar 10, 2003
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God is directing the expansion of His church, and uses Cornelius as a gate between Jews and Gentiles.
Conversions in the Book of Acts> “No Partiality” Acts chapter 10 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, MassachusettsPeter opened the door to the Gentiles, granting them full standing in the community of faith. The Gospel came to the House of Israel first, because Jesus ...read more
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Denomination: Congregational
Strategies To Witness To Cults
Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 10, 2003
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Looking at verses we can use to address false teaching.
Strategies to Witness to CultsBy Ed VasicekYou have to first of all determine if you want to take the time and energy to attempt to confront cultists. Most successful evangelism of cult members occurs when you have a relationship with a person: a relative, co-worker, or a neighbor, etc.. It ...read more
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Denomination: Independent/Bible
How To Know Where To Go Series
Contributed by Marty Baker on Mar 10, 2003
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This sermon focues on determining the will of God in your life. It is the final messsage in a series of talks based on Romans 12:2. Topical in nature.
How to Know Where to Go Romans 12:2Mind Games / Dr. Marty Baker / February 23, 2003 www.stevenscreek.netLast summer, our family took a vacation that we will always remember. We loaded the van, drove to Atlanta and hopped on a plane and flew into the wild blue yonder. We arrived at our ...read more
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Denomination: Church Of God