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  • Vic Folkert avatar

    A Life Without Worry Series

    Contributed by Vic Folkert on Jun 9, 2020
     | 5,027 views

    To overcome worry: Ramp up worship. Re-align ambitions. Trust God, one day at a time.

    Healthy Disciples: A LIFE WITHOUT WORRY—Matthew 6:25-34 (Read the text first.) “Do not worry…” What would it take for you to stop worrying? Would 10 million dollars be enough money? Would a cure for cancer set your mind at ease? Worry is a common human thing. People worry about their kids or ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Manual For The Mindset Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 28, 2022
     | 2,981 views

    This section of Philippians is the “manual” - the ultimate example of the character of God, which God wants to reproduce in His people. And that ultimate example is Jesus.

    The Manual for the Mindset   Philippians 2:1-11 Introduction Tom Johnson’s job is writing technical manuals and though it is an exhaustive process that takes a lot of time, his comment about his own work is: “I don't expect anyone will ever read it.” How many of us have a drawer in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Perry Greene avatar

    Wise Above It! Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 12, 2012
     | 5,613 views

    Wisdom from God is above the wisdom of the world. Obtain and live by that wisdom.

    1. A wise choice: An angel appears at a faculty meeting and tells the dean that in return for his unselfish and exemplary behavior, the Lord will reward him with his choice of infinite wealth, wisdom or beauty. Without hesitating, the dean selects infinite wisdom. "Done!" says the angel, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Humble Life Of Jesus

    Contributed by James Pless on Apr 21, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 6,313 views

    Jesus not only taught us humility, He showed us humility by His life.

    The Humble Life of Jesus Matthew 8:20 (KJV) 20 And Jesus saith unto him, The foxes have holes, and the birds of the air have nests; but the Son of man hath not where to lay his head. Introduction: 1- One Solitary Life Here is a man who was born in an obscure village, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Anderson avatar

    More Than I Deserve Series

    Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 20, 2023
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     | 2,008 views

    Message 4 in an overview series through Philippians focusing on the theme that joy is not based on circumstances.

    Since the early 1970’s there have been dozens of books and hundreds of articles written from a supposedly Christian perspective that tell us how to build our self-esteem, our mate’s self-esteem, and our children’s self-esteem. We have been assured by the supposed “experts” on human behavior that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Birthmark Of Meekness Series

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Nov 23, 2022
     | 1,074 views

    Are you ruling your spirit? It takes more power to rule your own spirit than it does anything else in our life.

    I. The Meaning of the Word 1. It is a word that was used to describe a wild animal that had been domesticated. 2. Take a stallion that has never been ridden, wild, full of energy, strength, and spirit. You break him, domesticate him, he becomes meek. 3. You can put a saddle on him, put a bit in his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Make Jesus Famous

    Contributed by Ian Johnson on Jan 6, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,692 views

    Our ambition should be to serve the King of Kings Or put another way: We should aim to make Jesus famous not ourselves!

    Make Jesus Famous Ian Johnson Jan 6, 2005 John 7:18 TLB Those who present their own ideas are looking for praise for themselves, but those who seek to honor the one who sent them are good and genuine. Micah 6:6-8 TLB 6 What can we bring to the LORD to make up for what we’ve done? Should we bow ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Glenn Durham avatar

    Mirror, Mirror On The Wall Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Jun 22, 2010
    based on 15 ratings
     | 11,726 views

    God frees us to be other-oriented by giving us the mind of Christ.

    Scripture Introduction A turtle in Cleveland wanted to winter in Florida. Since it was too far to walk, he convinced two geese to tie a rope around their necks and fly south while he hung on with his vise-like jaws clamped onto the rope. As they crossed the river into Kentucky, some other geese ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Releasing The Anointing Of God

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Feb 23, 2019
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,412 views

    In order for the anointing of God to move powerfully through a Christian’s life, and upon every life they touch, it must be released.

    Before the anointing was released at the start of Jesus ministry, He was baptized. “When all the people were baptized, it came to pass that Jesus also was baptized; and while He prayed, the heaven was opened.” (Luke 3:21 NIV) Baptism symbolizes death. The spices that made up the Anointing Oil ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Road To Peaceful Relationships Series

    Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Aug 25, 2009
     | 4,000 views

    The road to unity is paved with humility. Paul shares 5 reasons why we should express humility in an effort to foster unity.

    Paul’s Thesis: Let me give you five reasons you should express humility and pursue unity. Why Should I Express Humility and Pursue Unity? REASON #1: I AM ENCOURAGED BY CHRIST’S PRESENCE. Paul asks these Philippians a rhetorical question that does not need an answer. He asks, "Do you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    Love Is Not Selfish Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Dec 2, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,670 views

    As we continue to learn to make love a way of life, in this sermon we learn how to have a love that is not selfish.

    A. There’s a story told about a little boy and his sister who were riding a rocking horse together. 1. As you can imagine, it was a little crowded on that rocking horse with the two of them on it. 2. After a few minutes rocking like that, the little boy said, “If one of us would get ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Daniel Austin avatar

    Change And Become Like Children Series

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Apr 9, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,524 views

    We need to put our whole focus into humble trust and dependence on God as we seek to serve His will and follow His commandments.

    Change And Become Like Children Change Part Two Text: Matthew 18:1-3 Introduction This evening we continue a short series centered on change. You may have noticed quite a bit of talk about change in the media these days. Change is taking place all around us, in every aspect of our lives it seems ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Carl Willis avatar

    Take Your Seat

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 13, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,336 views

    Putting humility into practice

    Take Your Seat Luke 14:7-11 May 29, 2005 Luke 14:7 (NLT) When Jesus noticed that all who had come to the dinner were trying to sit near the head of the table, he gave them this advice: Best Seat In The House  The quest for status  Being seen with the “in” ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    An Embarrassing Failure

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Mar 12, 2007
    based on 17 ratings
     | 7,990 views

    We are to practice humility.

    AN EMBARRASSING FAILURE John 18.15-27 S: Peter’s Denials C: Failure Pr: WE ARE TO PRACTICE HUMILITY. TS: In our study of John 18.15-27 we will find how Peter’s weakness is exposed. Type: Inductive I. UNDERCOVER (15-18) II. UNDERHANDED (19-24) III. UNDERCURRENT (25-27) IV. UNDERSTANDING ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Anthony Smith avatar

    Who Are We?

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jul 8, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,556 views

    A lesson in Humility and Servitude.

    Who Are We ? A lesson in Humility and servitude. 1Co 1:10 Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you; but that ye be perfectly joined together in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal