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  • Curry Pikkaart avatar

    Developing A Race Strategy Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jul 29, 2015
     | 6,067 views

    The past is done, the future has not yet happened - so the present moment is important.

    “Living a Joy-full Life: Developing a Race Strategy” Phil. 3:12-16 English author Storm Jameson once said, “I believe that only one person in a thousand knows the trick of really living in the present. Most of us spend 59 minutes an hour living in the past, with regret for lost ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Developing A Positive Attitude

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Aug 9, 2015
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     | 34,792 views

    Probably nothing can contribute more to the quality of our lives than a positive attitude. And yet, sometimes it is so easy for us to become critical. And we end up focusing on the negatives.

    MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK This morning I want to talk about two passages of Scripture & “Developing a Positive Attitude in a Negative World.” A. Probably nothing can contribute more to the quality of our lives than a positive attitude. And yet, sometimes it is so ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Developing The Attitude Of Faithfulness Series

    Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Jan 10, 2016
     | 13,417 views

    When God blessed us, He wants to know if we have been faithful with these blessings. In this message, we will learn from Joshua 22 that God requires us to be faithful in our lifetime. May we develop this attitude of faithfulness starting this New Year.

    Last week, we talked about building great attitudes for the New year. We said that attitude is everything. Attitude is more important than facts, than the past, than education, than money, than circumstances. We cannot change the past but we can change the way we react to difficult situations. And ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Developing The Heart Of A Warrior Series

    Contributed by James Lee on Dec 16, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 23,600 views

    We started this series, last week.As believer’s we have not been called to be problem starters but problem solvers and Paul constantly reminds us that our daily walk, as believer’s, is through a battleground.

    Developing the Heart of a Warrior Psalms 27:1-14 We started this series the week before Mother’s day and I want to pick up where I left off by saying, the heart determines everything that you and I really are. As believer’s we have not been called to be problem starters but problem ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Developing A Mind For Missions

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Apr 20, 2024
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     | 887 views

    This is a message on missions.

    Title: Developing a Mindset for Missions Scripture: Mt. 28:16-20 Type: Topical/Expository Where: GNBC 4-21-14 Intro: “Charlie Brown always had a crush on the little red- haired girl. He would follow her home at a distance and want to talk to her, but he never did. Linus once asked Charlie B ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Developing A Heart For Evangelism Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 4, 2025
     | 226 views

    Evangelism is not just a ministry—it is the mission of every believer. It is not just a church activity; it is the heartbeat of God. Evangelism must become a daily lifestyle, not an occasional outreach.

    DEVELOPING A HEART FOR EVANGELISM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 28:19-20 Supporting Texts: Romans 10:14-15, John 4:35-38, Acts 1:8, 2 Corinthians 5:18-20, Ezekiel 3:17-19 INTRODUCTION: Evangelism is not just a church activity; it is the heartbeat of God. From Genesis to Revelation, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Developing A Root System PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,126 views

    Develop a strong spiritual root system in God's love and purposes to endure life's challenges and remain steadfast in faith.

    Good morning, dear brothers and sisters. Today, we're going to be talking about roots. Not the ones in our gardens, but the spiritual roots that ground us in our faith. As Henri J.M. Nouwen once wrote, "Those who are deeply rooted in the love of God can enjoy human praise without being attached to ...read more

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    Wunder Weapons

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 6, 2019
     | 3,532 views

    A study in the book of 2 Chronicles 26: 1 – 23

    2 Chronicles 26: 1 – 23 Wunder weapons 26 Now all the people of Judah took Uzziah, who was sixteen years old, and made him king instead of his father Amaziah. 2 He built Elath and restored it to Judah, after the king rested with his fathers. 3 Uzziah was sixteen years old when he became king, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Family 101 (Part 3) Series

    Contributed by Larry Stockstill on Mar 2, 2009
     | 3,643 views

    Family 101/Day to Day

    Family 101 (Part 3) Day to Day He who is faithful in a very little thing is faithful also in much. —Luke 16:10 Running a successful family is a combination of faithfulness in four different areas: routines, schedules, kids, and harmony. Each of these areas has a key word that helps keep you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Pattern Of An Unlimited Life Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Mar 23, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,578 views

    The apostle Paul prays a wonderful prayer for the Colossians in Colossians chapter 1. In this prayer we see the pattern for living life unlimited. It is a life that is filled, faithful, fruitful, fearful, and forceful for the Lord Jesus Christ.

    Intro: As the pastor’s wife lets out the dog: “Remember, Beauregard, you’re the pastor’s dog; all the other dogs will be watching you.” —Cartoonist Rob Suggs The pastor’s dog will impact the way people see the pastor today and relate to him tomorrow. God’s church will impact the way people see ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Opportune Pain And Suffering Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Feb 23, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,879 views

    Pain and suffering is an opportunity for the development of Christian character.

    Title: Opportune Pain and Suffering Text: James 1:2-4 and Romans 5:3-5 Thesis: Pain and suffering is an opportunity for the development of Christian character. The Series: This is the fourth message in a Lenten Series: Knowing Christ through Pain and Suffering. The Apostle Paul wrote, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Wisdom

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Jul 3, 2022
     | 1,567 views

    Wisdom is a character quality that is developed by decision not by education.

    Wisdom comes from the Anglo-Saxon root word “wis” which means wise, understanding, truth, and knowing. It is also combined with the word “dom” which implies judgement. Wisdom is not just mere intelligence. Wisdom is a combining of an understanding of truth with the good judgement to apply that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is A Saint?

    Contributed by William Mouser on Nov 28, 2005
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     | 3,858 views

    From the readings appointed for Feast of All Saints (Ecclesiasticus, Hebrews, the Beatitudes), this sermon develops the meaning and value of saints in the lives of ordinary Christians.

    Psalm 149, Ecclesiasticus 44:1-10,13-14, Revelation 7:2-4,9-17, Matthew 5:1-12 What Is A Saint? (Feats of All Saints) Last Tuesday was the Feast of All Saints, which we are observing this Sunday. It is our first observance of this feast here at Saint Athanasius Anglican Church, and it is my ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Created To Become Like Christ Series

    Contributed by Anthony Seel on Jun 7, 2004
    based on 29 ratings
     | 6,236 views

    Third in a series on the Purpose Driven Life

    THE FOURTH SUNDAY IN LENT March 21, 2004 St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church The Rev. M. Anthony Seel , Jr. Philippians 2:1-13 “Created to Become Like Christ” Let us pray. Heavenly Father, we bow in your presence. May your Word be our rule, Your Spirit our teacher, and your greater glory our supreme ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Development Of A Man/Woman Of God

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 22, 2019
     | 5,237 views

    Daniel, a normal believer, was transformed into a person of such insight and faith, that he was promoted to serve 5 kings from three different conquering nations. What steps did he take that caused such a transformation?

    THE DEVELOPMENT OF A MAN/WOMAN OF GOD Dan. 1:3-17 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: FREE HAIRCUTS 1. One day a Barber cut a minister’s hair. When the minister reached for his wallet, the barber said, “No Reverend, it’s on me.” Next morning, as if by magic, there were 10 silver coins on his doorstep. 2. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God