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  • Lou Nicholes avatar

    Possessions

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 8, 2004
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,408 views

    Jesus’ compassion to the children, and His teaching to the rich young ruler who asked how he could obtain salvation.

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Martin Luther said, I have held many things in my hands and I have lost them all; but whatever I have placed in God’s hands, that I still possess. - (Source unknown) Jewish mothers wanted their children to be blessed by what they considered a distinguished Rabbi so ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Complaining

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 10, 2004
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,776 views

    More than once, Israel in her pride tempted God in the wilderness and He had to punish them (Deut. 6:16). But like a stubborn child, the Jews didn’t seem to learn their lesson. Instead of pleasing the Lord who had done so much for them, they provoked Him

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: The Jews had a long record of complaining against the Lord and their leaders. Their murmuring began on the night of the Exodus when they were sure Pharaoh’s Army was going to kill them (Ex. 14:10-14). As Israel entered the wilderness of Shur, they complained because ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Omission

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 12, 2004
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,969 views

    Sometimes not doing anything can be a sin.

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Sam Jones was a preacher who held revival services, which he called “quittin’ meetings.” His preaching was directed primarily to Christians, and he urged them to give up the sinful practices in their lives. Sam’s messages were very effective, and many people promised ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Greed

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 12, 2004
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,104 views

    God was angry about Balaam’s greedy attitude and allowing the love of money to control him.

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: What greed will do - Men who trap animals in Africa say that one of the hardest animals to catch is the ring-tailed monkey. For the Zulus of that continent, however, it’s simple. The method the Zulus use is based on knowledge of the animal. Their trap is nothing more ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sovereignty

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 12, 2004
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,071 views

    I can be sure that any difficulties I may face in this life are only part of God’s will for me.

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Last July the nation’s deadliest forest fire blazed up all at once, like the roar of a tornado. Unable to escape, 14 firefighters were killed. But Brad Haugh managed to survive. At about 2 p.m., Haugh and his partner broke for lunch. As he opened a can of Beanie ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Compassion

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 19, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 8,843 views

    Real ministry shows compassion that flows from one heart to another. It is true that the deepest theology ever written flows from Paul’s pen but his writings changed the world because they first touched the human heart. This passage shows the secret of hi

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: The story is told of General William Booth, the founder of the Salvation Army, and the day Queen Victoria of England asked to meet with him. Because she had heard so many favorable things about his work in the slums, she asked him for the secret of his success. “Your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ashamed

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 19, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,756 views

    Paul was not ashamed of the Gospel because he knew that it came from God

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: The following is a quote in a letter by Dr. Paul Luther, the youngest son of the reformer Martin Luther. “ In the year 1544, my father, in the presence of us all, narrated the whole story of his journey to Rome. He acknowledged with great joy that, in that city, through ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hypocrisy

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 19, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,229 views

    It seems that this passage describes God’s indictment of all hypocrites, regardless of race or religion, culture or creed. Both Jews and Gentiles are included in this discussion, but the Gentile often appears in a better light than the Jew.

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Despite the mind-numbing brutality of the Joseph Stalin regime in the Soviet Union, his propaganda machine did its job well. Many Russians hailed him as a hero and a savior, including a young school girl who was chosen on one occasion to greet Stalin. Years later, this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rituals

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 19, 2004
    based on 9 ratings
     | 2,806 views

    A religious person usually feels that he has a special standing before God, not only because of his intellectual assent to certain beliefs, but also because he keeps the ordinances, the rites, and the rituals of that religion. Paul shows in this passage t

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: A railroad yardmaster called the telephone daily at exactly 11:45 to verify the time. After years of this ritual, the operator asked the yardmaster, "Why do you call each day at exactly the same time?" His reply, "I take my responsibilities very seriously, I call to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Religious

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 19, 2004
    based on 10 ratings
     | 2,248 views

    The differences/advantages of being a Jew versus a Gentile.

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: George Barna does a great deal of research in religious circles. In surveys taken a few years ago (1996 and 1997), he found some amazing facts. Most Americans, including many professing Christians, believe that people are inherently good, and that their primary purpose ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Flesh

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 22, 2004
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,490 views

    . Paul has already made it clear that there must be an inward change of heart and obedience to the law, and that mere external observances can never save a lost sinner. Now Paul proceeds to show how Abraham was pronounced righteous before he was circumc

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: The flesh is a built-in law of failure, making it impossible for the natural man to please or serve God. It is a compulsive inner force inherited from man’s fall, which expresses itself in general and specific rebellion against God and His righteousness. The flesh can ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Justification

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 22, 2004
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,957 views

    In this passage Paul lists three great blessing of our justification: Peace with God, Access to God, and Glorious Hope of being with God.

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Recently I read the biography of Norman Grubb, a missionary in Africa, and the leader of his mission for 30 years. I was struck by what he wrote: "At conversion we learned that we had not done what we should, but then we soon learn that of ourselves we cannot do what we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    #11 The Holy Spirit Helps Us To Consecrate Ourselves Series

    Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Mar 11, 2015
     | 4,587 views

    To fully consecrate one's selve to God is not an easy matter. We struggle with our double-mindedness because the selfesh/sinful nature causes us to be double-minded. It is only with the help of the Holy Spirit that a believer can come to surrender fully

    Introduction: Scriptures: Romans 12:1-2, 1 Peter 2:16 I. The Meaning of Consecration to God A. Dictionary definition of consecration 1. To make or declare sacred, dedicated to the service of a deity 2. To devote or dedicate to some cause or purpose Example: Athletes to a sport, a student ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    At Peace With All Men

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 23, 2014
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     | 6,854 views

    We must attempt to reconcile relationships with people.

    At Peace with All Men July 20, 2014Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must attempt to reconcile relationships with people. Focus Passage: Romans 12:14-21 Introduction: When he was an attorney, Abraham Lincoln was once approached by a man who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love One Another

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Oct 14, 2014
     | 4,051 views

    People will know that we follow Jesus by our love for one another.

    Love One Another October 12, 2014 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: People will know that we follow Jesus by our love for one another. Focus Passage: John 13:34-35 Supplemental Passage: Love never fails; (1 Corinthians 13:8a NASB) "Teacher, which is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist