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  • John Gaston avatar

    Taming The Tongue

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 5, 2024
     | 1,940 views

    In this message we look at the universal danger of our tongues, why we need to control our words, and how we can turn them into blessings for others.

    TAMING THE TONGUE James 3:3-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. As Christians, we have a lot to praise the Lord for! When you first find Jesus, it’s hard to keep your mouth closed about how good God is and about how wonderful it feels to have your sins washed away. 2. Charles Wesley reflected this ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The God Who Lifts The Humble Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 26, 2025
     | 154 views

    Humility is not weakness but strength under control. Those who humble themselves under God's mighty hand will experience divine lifting in due time.

    THE GOD WHO LIFTS THE HUMBLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: James 4:10 Supporting Texts: 1 Peter 5:6; Psalm 147:6; Luke 1:52; Proverbs 3:34 INTRODUCTION: In a world that celebrates self-promotion, God calls His people to a life of humility. The Bible reveals that divine promotion is not for ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Spiritual Growth Through Humility

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 1, 2025
     | 302 views

    Humility is not weakness—it is strength under control. In a world that often rewards pride, self-promotion, and status, God calls His children to embrace the way of humility.

    SPIRITUAL GROWTH THROUGH HUMILITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 2:5-8 Supporting Texts: James 4:6, 1 Peter 5:5-6, Matthew 23:12, Proverbs 22:4, Luke 14:11 INTRODUCTION: Humility is not weakness—it is strength under control. In a world that often rewards pride, self-promotion, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Meekness: The Bit And Bridle Syndrome

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,069 views

    The reward of meekness, of being controlled by the Holy Spirit, is the assurance that when Christ returns and ushers in the new creation, we will be there to rejoice with the saints and enjoy God’s presence forever.

    I saw a segment on TV the other day about a feature in Cleo magazine which lists Australia’s 50 most eligible bachelors. As you can imagine, they were the epitome of what you might describe as desirable young men. They were the sort who get elected as the school captain, or who get leading parts in ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Practice Temperance In All Things

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 67 ratings
     | 6,035 views

    1. The Holy Spirit gives us the self-control to practice a self-restraint so that we are able to exhibit moderation in all our relationships, ministries and personal habits.

    1. The Holy Spirit gives us the self-control to practice a self-restraint so that we are able to exhibit moderation in all our relationships, ministries and personal habits. Paul wrote, "The fruit of the Spirit is...self-control." (Gal. 5:23) Ask the Lord to give you an increasing ability to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Cain's Sacrifice Is Rejected Series

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 74 ratings
     | 14,815 views

    Why was Cain’s offering rejected? We reproduce Cain’s sin when we allow sin to control us and try to produce our own righteousness.

    Genesis 4 - The Sin of Cain Genesis 4:1 Now Adam knew Eve his wife, and she conceived and bore Cain, and said, "I have acquired a man from the LORD." 2 Then she bore again, this time his brother Abel. Now Abel was a keeper of sheep, but Cain was a tiller of the ground. 3 And in the process of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Rollercoaster Of Life

    Contributed by David Sorn on Dec 1, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,551 views

    When we suffer through trials, we should look for ways we can learn from them and trust that God is in control no matter what the outcome is.

    INTRODUCTION One of my biggest worries during my senior year of college was getting a job. It was now time for me to enter the “real-world.” Well actually, I wasn’t going to enter the “real-world.” I was going to Seminary. But nonetheless, I still needed a job to provide for myself and my ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Mango Of Meekness Series

    Contributed by James Westervelt on Mar 30, 2002
    based on 154 ratings
     | 12,400 views

    This is what Biblical meekness is all about: "Strength under control," "being unoccupied with self and genuinely concerned for God and others." It is the exact opposite of "self-assertiveness" and "self-interest."

    THE MANGO OF MEEKNESS Intro: A mango is a tropical fruit which hasn’t really "caught on" like the orange, the pineapple or the banana. For those who have acquired a taste for it, it’s sweet and delicious. But for those who haven’t, it’s "different" enough to taste "funny." ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Thank God! ...praying In The Spirit Of Thanksgiving

    Contributed by Philip Grose on Dec 4, 2003
    based on 41 ratings
     | 5,491 views

    The peace of God comes from knowing that He is in control. This sermon provides examples and a prayer map for disciples who desire to stop worrying and trust God with a thankful heart.

    Thank God! ...Praying in Spirit of Thanksgiving This last Monday we had some torrential rain and wind come through the Houston area. The Houston metro area received over five inches of rain and some tornadic activity as well. On Tuesday, Roger and I went down to the Wesley Community Center to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Peter Schmidt avatar

    Practice Pre-Christmas Patience Series

    Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Dec 14, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 18,772 views

    James teaches us how to Practice Pre-Christmas Patience by: I. Patiently remembering that the Lord is in control, and II. Patiently remembering that the Lord wishes to bless us.

    Advent 3 James 5:7-11 Do you know what two of the most dreaded words a teacher can hear from one of their students are? What two little words can a student say that will drive a teacher up the wall? I think they are words that we all have said to a teacher, a spouse, or an employer at one time or ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Mark Eberly avatar

    Read 'em And Weep

    Contributed by Mark Eberly on Sep 23, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,660 views

    This week we will address the emotional area of the 7 areas of our lives that we give up (7UP) to God’s control to be a holistic community that follows Jesus.

    7UP: Read ‘Em and Weep John 11:33-35 September 21, 2008 This week we are going to address the emotional area of our lives that we need to give over to God. Of the seven areas that we are to give up to God (7UP to God), these is probably one of the most desperately needed areas for people. It is ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Patrick Nix avatar

    American Idols Series

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jul 9, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,560 views

    A god is a person/thing occupying the place of preeminence. It is anything/one that dominates your thoughts and emotions (accepting worship) or anything/one that controls your actions (demanding service).

    God’s People, a People of gods God has been calling Jacob to something greater than he can imagine – but change must first happen. Genesis 32 records his point of surrender as he wrestled with the Angel. He was given a new name – yet it didn’t stick, yet. In ch. 33, Jacob is finally able to see ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    The Tameless Tongue Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 15, 2009
    based on 44 ratings
     | 40,957 views

    Since each of you will spend ten years of your life talking - it is of utmost importance that we submit our tongues to Christ and give Him control over their use

    JAMES 3:7-12 NATURAL MAN’S TAMELESS TONGUE [Psalm 140 / Mt. 12: 33-37] If you have been to a circus, you have likely seen some impressive animal acts. A trainer enters a large cage filled with lions and tigers, putting them though routines that include jumping through hoops of fire. Bears ride ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Father: Reaching Into The Pockets

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 9, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,468 views

    The waiting father reaches deep into the reservoirs of love, extending compassion to his wayward son. So we also as parents must seek not to control but to guide and then be ready for forgiveness.

    I shall not soon forget the image he presented, this father of the bride. He had smiled all through the vast and elaborate preparations for the wedding; his daughter was a kind of elegant princess, he knew it, she knew it, everybody knew it – and so the princess must have a grand occasion. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    The Problem Of Jewish Unbelief Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 5, 2012
    based on 24 ratings
     | 16,865 views

    If God is sovereign and in control of man's eternal salvation why are the Jews, God's chosen people, for the most part lost, having rejected Jesus as their Messiah? The question is complicated and difficult.

    ROMANS 9: 1-5 "THE PROBLEM OF JEWISH UNBELIEF" After a glorious study on the building blocks of our salvation in chapters 1-8, a new branch of the subject of eternal salvation is obviously introduced in the ninth chapter. If God is sovereign and in control of man's eternal salvation why are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist