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  • Warner Pidgeon avatar

    I Belong To The Lord, Body And Soul!

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 19, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,308 views

    JB Phillips translates Luke 1:38 like this, ’I belong to the Lord, body and soul. Let it happen as you say.’ Mary’s response of simple, humble faith challenges us to respond positively to the Lord’s call. How will we respond when he next calls us?

    When God first called you what was your response? When God next calls you to something new, something different, what will be your response? The key to this Bible reading is Mary’s response of obedience. “I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary said. “May it be to me as you have said” (1:38). JB Phillips ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    "god's End-Time Army."

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Apr 8, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,908 views

    "Did you know that God selected you to be a leader in his army even before your birth? Each experience in your life, whether good or bad, has equipped you for this position. You were chosen for a significant purpose. Therefore, embrace your destiny and confidently take on the challenge."

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Psalms 34:7) "The angel of the LORD encampeth round about them that fear him, and delivereth them." (Ephesians 6:10-12) "Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What Insights Can The Bible Give Us For Relating Effectively To Our Authorities?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,414 views

    1. Ask the Lord to put people of wisdom, knowledge and Godliness in positions of leadership.

    1. Ask the Lord to put people of wisdom, knowledge and Godliness in positions of leadership. Moses wrote, "And now let Pharaoh look for a discerning and wise man and put him in charge of the land of Egypt." 2. Respectfully remind authorities to serve with a healthy reverence for the Lord. David ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Identify An Abuser Of Authority

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 3, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,040 views

    Let us identify twenty of the characteristics of abusers of the truth, their positions of authority and their opportunities

    How to Identify an Abuser of Authority (2 Cor 11:12-20) "I would die before taking your money. I’m giving nobody grounds for lumping me in with those money grubbing preachers vaunting themselves as something special. They’re a sorry bunch - pseudo apostles, lying preachers, crooked workers - ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Father's Firm Foundation

    Contributed by W F on Sep 4, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,302 views

    How fathers can build a firm foundation of character and positive relationships for their children?

    Father’s Day “A Father’s Firm Foundation” How do fathers build a firm foundation of character and positive relationships for their children? 1. Loving Kindness “... a gentle tongue can break a bone” (Proverbs 25:15) In other words dads – there is great strength in gentleness. Do you show ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Enriched Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Feb 25, 2003
    based on 49 ratings
     | 5,195 views

    First in a series on 1 Corinthians focusing on the spiritual position of the believers in spite of their practice.

    Chico Alliance Church September 15, 2002 Pastor David Welch “Enriched” I Corinthians 1:1-9 Introduction to the Book BACKGROUND OF CORINTH--THE CITY Major trade center Entertainment center Two types of games--Olympian/Isthmian. Isthmian held in Corinth. Cosmopolitan population--Greeks, Roman ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Which Side Of The Cross Are You On

    Contributed by Clint Shrum on Jan 14, 2007
    based on 76 ratings
     | 14,305 views

    How the death of the two thieves are pertinent to our spiritiual condition and position with Christ

    WHICH SIDE OF THE CROSS ARE YOU ON Luke 23:33-43 Intro: In these passages of scripture Luke takes us to Calvary’s Hill. Here we find three men being killed two for being criminals and one for being perfect. And more times than not I would preach on the middle cross out of these scriptures but ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Tongue

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Sep 17, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,107 views

    The tongue is a small organ which is capable of exhibiting a powerful positive or negative force.

    Text: “With the tongue we praise our Lord and Father, and with it we curse men, who have been made in God’s likeness” (James 3:9). Every part of our body is very important and every part serves a special function. When God created us, he knew what he was doing. He created us with very intricate ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Destination Greatness

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Sep 12, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,218 views

    Due to His grace and peace towards us - we are positioned and destined for greatness

    Destination Greatness Purpose: Confidently connecting people to God Mission: Grow confident passionate disciples who’ll make other disciples Vision: A church where no one is left to struggle alone Ephesians Series Theme: GOD’S FAMILY- DESTINED FOR GREATNESS Text: Ephesians 1:1-14 By Pastor ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    A Father's Love

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jun 17, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 15,310 views

    This message illustrates three positive attributes of a father as noted in the Parable of the Prodigal Son.

    Scripture Reading: Luke 15:11-32 Message: “A Father’s Love” Text: “And he arose and came to his father. But when he was still a great way off, his father saw him and had compassion, and ran and fell on his neck and kissed him” (Luke 15:20). Introduction: What is Father’s Day? In 1909, Mrs. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Perfect Disguise

    Contributed by Mickey Bell on Jan 23, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 3,690 views

    Churches need to be careful who they put into leadership positions. Paul says to "Beware"

    The Perfect Disguise When God starts moving and working in all areas of our lives, don’t be fooled in thinking that the enemy doesn’t notice. · Expect a counter attack for every blessing · Expect a test on your spiritual life · Expect something to happen that will cause you to exercise your faith ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Nate Barbour avatar

    The Miracle

    Contributed by Nate Barbour on Feb 8, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 22,810 views

    Learn how to position yourself to receive a miracle from God in this inspiring message.

    The Miracle Positioning Yourself To Receive From God 3/10/04 I. Introduction A friend of mine was sitting in the living room one day when his cat dragged in a little “gift” in its mouth—a dead animal of some sort. Taking a closer look, he was dismayed to recognize the dead animal to be a bunny ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What's On Your Mind Series

    Contributed by Anthony Hodge on Jan 11, 2003
    based on 11 ratings
     | 7,448 views

    The sermon is designed to prompt believers to begin fully utilizing their minds in a positive way.

    What’s On your Mind Part 2 (Isaiah 26:1-12) The last message in this series dealt with this topic from a universal standpoint. I attempted to get us to look at how the mind can be used in a positive way and also lifted up the benefits that we have privy to if we allow God to aid us in using our ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    The Big If

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 27, 2003
    based on 208 ratings
     | 5,307 views

    If certain things are in our lives then some positive action should take place.

    INTRO.- The word “if” is a big, little word. It’s a little word, but can carry a big meaning. ILL.- After visiting with my 1962 classmate, Larry Roberts from Doniphan, MO, I thought, “If only I had worked for General Motors like he did, I could be retired now.” I think most of us have said ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David Nichols avatar

    The Narrow Door

    Contributed by David Nichols on May 28, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 11,253 views

    Jesus calls us to walk the narrow way; that’s positively countercultural.

    THE NARROW DOOR Luke 13:22-30 David E. Nichols Nobody likes to be thought of as narrow. It’s a great insult when spoken about educated people. We are here because we have been educated out of our narrowness or we hope to be educated out of our narrowness. One of the worst things ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist