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  • Danny Thomas avatar

    The Anointing

    Contributed by Danny Thomas on Jun 5, 2001
    based on 215 ratings
     | 17,076 views

    The power of God’s Anointing.

    The Anointing 1 Samuel 16:10 1 Samuel 16:10 10 Jesse had seven of his sons pass before Samuel, but Samuel said to him, “The LORD has not chosen these.” 11 So he asked Jesse, “Are these all the sons you have?” “There is still the youngest,” Jesse answered, “but he is tending the sheep.” Samuel ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Scott Voss avatar

    Looking Beyond The Obvious

    Contributed by Scott Voss on Jan 31, 2001
    based on 119 ratings
     | 11,922 views

    When God looks beyond our obvious faults to see what we shall be in Him.

    Looking Beyond the Obvious. 1 Sam 16:7 7 But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the LORD seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. (KJV) King Saul ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    Watch Your Heart

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 29, 2001
    based on 145 ratings
     | 18,557 views

    God looks at the character of the person - his heart. He does not focus on our having the right things or doing the right things, but rather on our being the right person.

    INTRODUCTION Man goes by what they see. Have you ever misjudge someone, finding out later that it was not true? Someone once said, we tend to value people in at least 3 ways: (1) what a person HAS - his looks, his possession - rich, car he owns, house he stays... this is not only a very ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Michael Cassara avatar

    "How To Be Ready When God Calls You Series

    Contributed by Michael Cassara on Sep 8, 2001
    based on 46 ratings
     | 20,775 views

    Learn from King David how to be ready when God calls you to do something special.

    SEEKING GOD FAITHFULLY- A LOOK AT THE LIFE OF DAVID "How To Be Ready When God Calls You For Something Special" 1 Samuel 16:1-13 INTRODUCTION There have been a number of times in my own life where I have said to God, "Whatever it is you want to do with my life, God, I am yours. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Appearances Are Deceiving Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 24, 2000
    based on 218 ratings
     | 16,336 views

    A quest for truth often begins with disillusionment, but is easily diverted to something that appears good on the surface; but when you find God's truth, even if it is in a strange place, embrace it quickly and fully.

    The LORD does not see as [men] see; they look on the outward appearance, but the LORD looks on the heart. Ridgecrest is a large Baptist-run assembly ground, nestled in the mountains of western North Carolina. All summer long, every year, thousands of Christians come to Ridgecrest for training, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William Noel avatar

    How God Develops A King

    Contributed by William Noel on Oct 29, 2000
    based on 41 ratings
     | 3,476 views

    The process of becoming a Servant-Leader

    ‘How God Develops a King’ I Sam. 16:14-23 I. He supplies His servant with true power, 14-16 & 18b A. This power is ‘spiritual’, 14 1. The Spirit of the Lord came upon … a. Othniel, Jud. 3:9 [to deliver Israel] b. Gideon, Jud. 6:34 [in defending God’s people] ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Owen Bourgaize avatar

    Saul - Relapse To Restoration

    Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Apr 22, 2001
    based on 100 ratings
     | 7,939 views

    King Saul’s depression, caused by disobedience to God, was relieved as he came to terms with himself and asked David to play his harp - a parable of what Jesus can do for us.

    A century ago when biographies of Christian men were written it was the accepted policy not to probe too deeply into their lives. It was felt that it wasn’t to the glory of God that a man whom God had used mightily in his service should have weaknesses or failings (except, of course, before ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Simon Rundell avatar

    Childrens Assembly - Man Looks On The Outside

    Contributed by Simon Rundell on Nov 16, 2001
    based on 204 ratings
     | 15,217 views

    Complete assembly for 7-11 year olds on appearances and what God is really looking for. Uses a very graphic demonstration which makes the kids think the priest is eating Dog Food! Good for a mixed religion / unchurched assembly.

    Junior School (age 7-11) Assembly "Man Looks On the Outside" Equipment: 1 Can Dog Food, and one of those plastic can lids 1 packet of Orange Jelly (Jello) 1 Mars Bar Can Opener Spoon Preparation: Open the BOTTOM of the dog food and feed it to your dog, clean the inside of the can and ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Todd Riley avatar

    Grieve No More

    Contributed by Todd Riley on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 26 ratings
     | 8,552 views

    Between 1501 to 1504 this famous artist chiseled a 13 ½ foot marble statute of a famous Bible person.

    Between 1501 to 1504 this famous artist chiseled a 13 ½ foot marble statute of a famous Bible person. Q Who did the work? Q Who did he conceive his work to be representative of? Hint: also famous for painting the Sistine chapel. Famous for a painting that pictures God’s finger reaching out ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Timothy Smith avatar

    A Nobody, Nobody Noticed Series

    Contributed by Timothy Smith on Sep 27, 2002
    based on 230 ratings
     | 47,698 views

    God is the answer to our search for significance.

    "A NOBODY, NOBODY NOTICED" 1 SAMUEL 16:1-13 INTRODUCTION TO SERIES: At the end of each calendar year USA Today, CNN and The Gallup organization ask the question: “Who are your heroes?” -Or- “Name the people you most admire.” Here’s the top ten results from last year.: #1- George W. Bush ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Be All That You Can Be Series

    Contributed by Timothy Smith on Sep 27, 2002
    based on 55 ratings
     | 9,397 views

    Making a difference.. with God!

    BE ALL THAT YOU CAN BE 1 SAMUEL 16:14-23 INTRODUCTION: (Use Yoda - Great Warrior - video trailer - 27 seconds - optional) You’d have to be living under a rock not to have heard of Star Wars, but if you are not “into” the Star Wars saga you may not know that the two-foot tall, 800+year old ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Charles McCall avatar

    Why Is It Important To Have Faith In God

    Contributed by Charles Mccall on Mar 18, 2006
    based on 23 ratings
     | 45,007 views

    It is very importantt to have faith in God

    2nd Corinthians 5:7 Topic- Why is it important to have faith in God. Your theme for tonight is “We have come this far by faith, trusting, and leaning on the Lord.” And through it all through joy and pain, through sunshine and rain, it was God who brought us(you) through. God has never nor ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    So Long Status Quo Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 8, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,679 views

    First in a series on the life of David. This message looks at how God uses ordinary people in ordinary poistions to serve His purposes.

    For the next ten weeks or so, we’re going to embark on a journey through the life of David. The story of David’s life is so fascinating. We probably know more about David that any other person in the Bible, except for Jesus. And the thing I like about David is that he’s so much like us. God calls ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Whistle While You Work Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 12, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 8,336 views

    Second in a series on the life of David. This message focuses on our work.

    Last week, we began a journey through the life of David and as we took a look at the process of Samuel anointing David to be the king of Israel we found that: God chooses to give extraordinary power to ordinary people in ordinary positions in order to serve His purposes. This week, we’re going to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Pierce avatar

    Tools For Living: Part 4 Series

    Contributed by John Pierce on Jan 7, 2006
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,634 views

    Tools for Living: A healthy, positive relationship with Christ is at the center.

    Talk about the wall… assign “names” to the plates and studs. (ie – church attendance, dressing nicely, going to a bible study, so on… maybe call for input) Then talk about how you could dress it up… drywall… cut off the funny ends… use a bunch of spackle, etc. 1 Sam 16:6,7 6 When they ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God