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  • Rudolf E. Y. Mensah avatar

    Achieving Excellence Through Lay People Series

    Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Jul 11, 2020
     | 3,110 views

    Accomplishing great and mighty things through lay and ordinary people is the act of strong leadership and excellence.

    When they saw the courage of Peter and John and realized that they were unschooled, ordinary men, they were astonished and they took note that these men had been with Jesus. Acts 4:13 Introduction Accomplishing great and mighty things through lay and ordinary people is the act of strong ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Do You Wonder If God Approves Of You?

    Contributed by Anoop Samuel on Sep 11, 2015
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,952 views

    Do you care about God's approval? Imagine a form that you have to fill out to get approval from God. What will that form be? What should be the information in that form to get the approval?

    Do you care about God's approval? Do you wonder if God is pleased with your Christian life? How can you make sure that God approves of your life that he gave you? For approval, there has to be law/rules, approver and someone who needs approval. Imagine a form that you have to fill out to get ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ron Tuit avatar

    The Supreme Excellence Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Dec 27, 2014
     | 4,780 views

    The Supreme Excellence of Jesus is found in his Preeminence.

    The Supreme Excellence of Jesus John 1:15-17 For many people today, Christmas is past history. But for those who believe in the wonderful person of Jesus Christ, the Name means Peace, Hope Everlasting, Infinite Grace and Love. For many December 25th IS finished, but for many, Christmas means ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Core Values -- Excellence Series

    Contributed by Robert Simmons on May 6, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 17,349 views

    We are in our series on Core Values. Core Values are the DNA that define who we are, what we are in infancy and in greatness. What God has called us to be. They are not just creeds on plaque or notes in book somewhere. They are the essence of who we a

    Core Values – Excellence – Ecclesiastes 9:10 Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might, for in the grave, where you are going, there is neither working nor planning nor knowledge nor wisdom What is Excellence? · Possessing good qualities in high degree · Synonyms: Class, ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Clark Tanner avatar

    Christ: More Excellent

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jan 3, 2002
    based on 43 ratings
     | 4,799 views

    He is better than the prophets, better than the Law and the sacrifices, better than the angels.

    About 6 or 7 years ago a new merchandizing craze began, and although at the time I thought it to be another passing fad, it seems that it has not only not died out...but has really only slowed down a little bit in all that time. I’m referring to angels. The merchandizing of everything ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • Ed Taylor avatar

    "Study To Show Yourself Approved” Series

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on Aug 8, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 41,132 views

    Being able to give an answer for the hope that lies within you.

    OPEN YOUR BIBLES TO 2 Peter 1:5-11 & 2 TIM 2 1. When I mention the word STUDY, what comes to mind? a. School? Library? Detention? Boring? Stale? Cheating? Consider some recent findings: A study by The Center for Academic Integrity found that almost 80% of college students admit to cheating at ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    God’s Approved Worker Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 6, 2011
    based on 29 ratings
     | 26,853 views

    The approved worker for the Lord is busy doing God’s business. What business? 1- God’s worker reminds people of scriptural truth 2- God’s worker correctly handles God’s Word 3- God’s worker avoids anything ungodly

    INTRO.- Did you ever know a “yes man” or “a teacher’s pet”? These such people have been called by other names, which are not so flattering or nice. What’s the idea? The idea is someone who is always trying to please certain people (the teacher, the boss, etc.) in order to get on their good side. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Tested & Approved In Christ

    Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 11, 2025
     | 622 views

    The Christian’s life is similar to the Olympic Games where we are all competing to win the approval of God. Some Christian's behavior is NOT approved, most are told to work toward God's approval, and some are said to be approved while still on earth.

    TESTED & APPROVED IN CHRIST 2 Tim. 2:15 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A man named Bubba had a stray dog that kept showing up at his door. His wife said, “Bubba, you need to take him out in the woods and drop him off.” He did, but when he got to the house, the dog was standing on the doorstep. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Bill Walker avatar

    Approval Of Human Beings Or God Series

    Contributed by Bill Walker on Jul 10, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,823 views

    Galatians is all about grace and is the antidote to legalism. For Paul, it was about Christ crucified and his becoming a slave to Christ and not the Law.

    APROVAL OF HUMAN BEINGS OR GOD Galatians 1 I once attended a worship event and before the speaker took the stage a choral group was singing. I was to lead a prayer before the speaker began, so I was silently worshipping and reflecting on my words for the prayer. As the choral group sang a very ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ken Henson avatar

    Freedom From Addiction To Approval Series

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Apr 28, 2014
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,859 views

    In order to free ourselves from obsessive attraction to approval and praise we must press the escape key: Embrace Grace Seek only the praise of God and Change our Story - let God re-write our personal narrative

    We read Galatians chapter 1 together. Today we’re going to focus on just one verse from Galatians 1. 10 Am I now trying to win the approval of men, or of God? Or am I trying to please men? If I were still trying to please men, I would not be a servant of Christ. This is the first in a ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Let The Approved Stand Out

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 19, 2023
     | 805 views

    The light should be near blinding casting a shadow over all the others.

    1 Corinthians 11:19 For there must be also heresies among you, that they which are approved may be made manifest among you. Many people get discouraged because there are so many different sects and cults. In reality, this is a fulfilled prophecy and should encourage faith, not hinder or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Allen James avatar

    You Have Been Approved! Series

    Contributed by Allen James on Jan 17, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,455 views

    First message of six in a series exploring the Beatitudes. Overview message of Matthew 5:1-12.

    INTRODUCTION ABOUT THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT… I. The Setting CONTEXT: 1st of 5 great discourses in Matt. 5-7;10;13;18;24-25. Matt. Establishes Jesus as the Messiah (1-2). Obedient Son of God by baptism of John Baptist (3). Temptation (4) & begins ministry (4). Sermon on Mount is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Martin Wiles avatar

    Living A God Approved Life

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on Aug 30, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,672 views

    There are many sources that we seek approval from, but our greatest desire should be that God approve our actions, attitudes and words.

    LIVING A GOD-APPROVED LIFE GALATIANS 2:1-10 INTRODUCTION We might say trying to win approval from others consumes our lives. We do what our bosses require so that they might approve us and therefore give us our paycheck. Children seek approval from their parents. This means a lot to them and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    God's Approval Of Great Salvation

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 10, 2013
     | 2,423 views

    To prove GOD's approval to us by: (1) HIMSELF, (2) His signs, wonders and miracles, (3) Gifts of the HOLY SPIRIT.

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you have GOD's Approval? Yes or no? If yes or either no, pls. explain. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove GOD's approval to us by: (1) HIMSELF, (2) His signs, wonders and miracles, (3) Gifts of the HOLY SPIRIT. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 2:4 (Amplified Bible) ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • David Cambridge avatar

    The Key To Moral Excellence Series

    Contributed by David Cambridge on Jan 24, 2002
    based on 51 ratings
     | 14,420 views

    A series of lessons on Christian ethics (1-4)

    Ethics The Key To Moral Excellence Introduction The apostle Peter says: "And beside this, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue; and to virtue knowledge;" (2 Peter 1:5) The word virtue, as we understand it, means, ’moral excellence,’ and the apostle exhorts us to give all diligence, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ