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  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Taking Hold Of Contentment

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 28, 2004
    based on 58 ratings
     | 4,541 views

    Funeral service for Dock Burgess, whose last day of life was a time of acceptance and calm. We can take hold of contentment by learning to receive, by investing in a relationship with God, and ultimately by accepting grace for life eternal.

    I am persuaded that the fundamental human problem is anxiety. I’ve watched the way we live for quite a while, and I am convinced that the most basic human issue is that we are anxious. We are fearful and afraid; we are anxious. And it is not just that we are afraid of what others may do to us. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Contentment A Priceless Possession Series

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jun 7, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,363 views

    True contentment depends not upon what we have but where we are -- In Christ (God)

    PowerPoint Codes +New Slide, >Transition Mental Detectors — Ps 46 Everybody Is Searching For Something What Are You Searching For? + 1 in a series Contentment a Priceless Possession + Wisteria is the name of a lovely twisting vine with beautiful cascading blossoms. This flower of the pea family ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Contentment Or Sour Grapes

    Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 25, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,937 views

    You can hang figs on a thorn bush and grapes on briers and pick from them, but you can’t make them a natural product of these plants. You can play the part of a Christian and go through the motions, but you’re not a Christian unless you’re connected to

    Luke 6:43-45 "For a good tree does not bear bad fruit, nor does a bad tree bear good fruit. 44For every tree is known by its own fruit. For men do not gather figs from thorns, nor do they gather grapes from a bramble bush. 45A good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth good; and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Forgotten Word In The 21st Century

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Nov 1, 2005
    based on 37 ratings
     | 3,748 views

    The goal of this message is to show that A life of contentment is being committed to marginal living.

    A Forgotten Word in the 21st Century Philippians 4:10-13 There are a number of words that are not forgotten in our 21st Century culture: Success – “How to achieve and maintain success” is a popular subject. “Bull” and “Bear” are topics that are debated. Power, Popularity, Poverty, Rich, ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    It Is Well

    Contributed by Larry Grant on Jan 28, 2023
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     | 3,384 views

    "It is well", must have been the theme phrase of this Shunamite woman's life. She knew that there are things in life that we cannot control and yet she demonstrated her faith in God by keeping the standard in the face of extreme trials, knowing that He was in complete control.

    2 Kings 4:14-26 (NKJV) “It is Well” January 27, 2023 The United Kingdom (Saul, David, Solomon) has divided (931 BC). Our text takes place around 850 BC - Elisha was God’s prophet to the Northern kingdom. He was the son of a farmer, Shaphat, and also understudy of Elijah. At Elijah’s ascension ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Believer's Greatest Need

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Nov 2, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,183 views

    What is the believer’s greatest need and how does God meet it?

    Title: The believer’s greatest need Text: Philippians 4:10-20 Philippians 4:19 has got to be one of the most encouraging verses found in the Bible. “19 And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus.” Any verse where God promises to meet all our needs is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Peace Of God Series

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 31, 2001
    based on 534 ratings
     | 35,179 views

    Peace with one another means being in a right relationship with one another. Peace within means being alright within, & peace with God means being alright with God.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK ILL. Have you ever heard of Tracy Lyperd? Tracy was a beauty queen in VA a few years ago. Shortly after crowning her successor, she drove 250 miles to seek revenge on her ex boyfriend for jilting her & marrying another. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Who We Are

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 10, 2020
     | 4,246 views

    We make Christ known by being present an active in the world... by making a difference.

    Title: Who We Are Text: Matthew 5:13-20 Thesis: We make Christ known by being present and active in the world… by making a difference. Introduction Good Housekeeping Magazine cites the five most common things people notice when they visit someone’s home. Here’s the list of the five most ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Being There Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 27, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,432 views

    This is the 1st sermon in the series "God’s Gift Of..."

    Family Worship November 22, 2009 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: God’s Gift Of… [#1] BEING THERE Ruth 1:1-22 Introduction: So, I know that it is hard to believe for some; but Christmas is 1 month away and the stores are working overtime already. Some you have already ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Being With It

    Contributed by Paul Cull on Feb 5, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,763 views

    The necessity of proclaiming the gospel, the necessity of cultural relevance and the necessity of spiritual integrity

    Being with it - the necessity and challenges of cultural relevance There have been remarkable changes in rural communities over the last fifty years or even the last twenty years. When many of us were children, we grew up with a good understanding of the agricultural world. Many of the children ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Finding Freedom From Your Circumstances Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Feb 3, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,856 views

    This MSG is about how to ensure that circumstances do not become our master.

    Finding Freedom From Circumstances OKAY – I want to read a couple of passages of Scripture that will lay the groundwork for our conversation this morning. AND – please keep in mind that the words I am about the read are literally God-breathed, alive and active. UNDERSTAND MGCC – these words ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Waste Not, Want Not

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 24, 2009
     | 9,883 views

    Paul, Pt. 21

    WASTE NOT, WANT NOT (PHILIPPIANS 4:10-13) 2008 was the year of bad year. Unemployment is up in the States – as high as 7.1% locally. Bloomberg reported 1.9 million jobs were lost through November. Low price leader Wal Mart is number 1 among Fortune’s 500 companies in 2008. Gas marched toward $150 a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Contentedness Series

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on Apr 28, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,298 views

    The problem of dissatisfaction is a human problem. The answer to the conundrum of unfettered contentment is a spiritual answer that must be sought, found and maintained in Christ at all times!

    CONTENTEDNESS Series: “7 Spiritually Healthy Habits” Perth Bible Church Sunday, December 6, 2009 AM Rev. Todd G. Leupold INTRODUCTION: It's the first Sunday of December and snow is finally on the ground. It is officially the season of giving and getting, making your list and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Smith avatar

    Finding Contentment In A World Built For Greed Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 19, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,358 views

    It was Bob Dylan who said, everybody worships something and he was right. Many times, that has led to the drive for more. The more we have, the more we want, and when that doesn’t bring happiness we want all the more.

    Finding Contentment in a World Built for Greed Luke 12:13-15, 20-21 The goal of the Game of Life is to get married, have kids, and try to accumulate as much wealth as possible so that you can become a millionaire. It teaches the lesson that the one with the most toys wins. The Game of Life portrays ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Concern And Generosity For The Needs Of Others Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 12, 2019
     | 7,263 views

    Concern and Generosity for the needs of others - Philippians chapter 4 verses 10-23 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

    SERMON OUTLINE: The Secret of True Contentment (vs 10-13). The Value of the Gift (vs 14-20). The Appreciation of Christian Friends (vs 21-23). SERMON BODY: Ill: • A man walked by a table in a hotel; • And noticed three men and a dog playing cards. • Amazingly the dog appeared to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren