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  • Scott Chambers avatar

    Playing Follow The Leader Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 13, 2011
     | 4,042 views

    This is the fourth message in a series that takes a fresh look at the twenty-third Psalm. This message examines the leadership provided by the shepherd.

    How many of you have ever played “Simon Says?” As you know, “Simon Says” is a more detailed version of the game “Follow the Leader.” The object of the game is to listen closely to the instructions given by the leader to make sure that you can stay in the game. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Instead Of Playing It Safe"

    Contributed by Kenneth Sauer on Sep 21, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,697 views

    A sermon about being the Church God means for us to be.

    Jeremiah 7:1-11 Matthew 21:12-22 “Instead of Playing it Safe” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN eastridgeumc.org Do you notice any similarities between what Jeremiah had to say about the Temple and what was going on there, and what Jesus had ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Same Three Plays

    Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 28, 2011
     | 5,009 views

    Jesus endured temptations, and so can we with His help.

    All right, let me ask you a question. If the team that you’re rooting for-- if they knew the other team’s plays, in other words all this week they knew exactly what play the other team was going to run every time. It was all scripted out right there for you. Do you think that your team ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Playing Second Fiddle Series

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 5, 2011
     | 6,383 views

    Ambition is a two-edged sword; it can spur hard work, but can also lead to resentment if proper recognition isn't forthcoming.

    Good morning. This is Rubel Milkash from the Canaan Broadcasting Corporation, bringing you the region’s top stories every morning. Today’s feature is an exclusive interview with Moses BenAmram, charismatic leader of the most amazing mass migration in recent history. But first, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Let's Play Ball Series

    Contributed by Michael Karpf on Feb 21, 2009
     | 4,598 views

    We are not to judge others or make plans without consulting God because if we do we are playing God.

    LET’S PLAY BALL James 4:11-17 Those of you who have been around for my Tuesday night class know of a little game we like to play. I have this ball, and I’ll think of a topic. For example I’ll say, “Tell me something you do every day.” And I’ll start by saying, “I drink a Dr Pepper.” Then I’ll ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Rules We Play By

    Contributed by Monty Newton on May 2, 2009
     | 2,083 views

    In all we do and say, we point the way to Jesus Christ.

    Title: The Rules We Play By Text: Acts 4:1-12 Thesis: In all we do and say, we point the way to Jesus Christ. Introduction: Most games have rules that players play by. However, sometimes, as has been my experience with playing with our grandchildren, players sometimes change the rules or make ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Learning To Play Nice

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Jun 20, 2011
     | 3,368 views

    Our lives are lived most peacefully when we live in a "roundabout" way.

    Title: Learning to Play Nice Text: II Corinthians 13:11-14 and Romans 12:14-21 Thesis: Our lives are lived most peacefully when we live in a “roundabout” way. Introduction Bonnie and I saw our first Lacrosse match two weeks ago in Wheaton, IL. Our oldest Granddaughter, Matti, was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Refusing To Play Favorites Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 15, 2019
    based on 2 ratings
     | 15,860 views

    If you want God’s favor, don’t treat people with favoritism.

    Over 30 years ago, when I was serving on a church staff in the Chicago area, Paul Harvey, the nationally recognized radio personality, attended one of our services. Harvey passed away in 2009 and had a radio show for over 50 years, reaching 26 million people a week. As soon as the service was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Do Not Play With The Ribbons

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 20, 2020
     | 1,193 views

    Admiring the box more so than the gift is cute if you are two. At some point, it will be a dishonor to the gift giver because you do not truly value the gift.

    The sad thing is that pagan astrologers went to great lengths to find the Messiah while among His own people neither king nor priest would travel six miles to see Him. The priest knew the place by his theological study, but could not be bothered to investigate the fulfillment of prophecy. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Playing Footsie With The Devil

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Apr 18, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,301 views

    It's hard to walk with Jesus when you're playing footsie with the devil. We must live a life of holiness no matter what else is around us.

    Playing Footsie with the Devil April 15, 2018 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must live a life of holiness no matter what else is around us. Focus Passage: Ephesians 5:1-16 Supplemental Passage: What shall we say then? Are we to continue in sin ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Playing For The Right Team Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 26, 2016
     | 3,721 views

    Worship in spirit and in truth is always directed to God above everything else. I want for my audience to understand how worship tends to get misdirected, and why that is such a grievous error; to know what worship directed toward God truly is

    Welcome to the stadium! This is now the 3rd week we’re taking a closer look at worship, and we’re doing that in the context of something that most all of us already think about – a stadium – how, just like a big football game, there are a lot of parallels between what you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Playing Games With Sin

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 16, 2014
     | 4,938 views

    Sin is more than an outward act, sin is a STATE OF MIND. Sin is much like a dandelion you can fight it your whole life and it tends to spring up again and again. Sin starts as a seed of thought and roots from there.

    PLAYING GAMES WITH SIN... Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. Numbers 32:23 But if ye will not do so, behold, ye have sinned against the Lord: and be sure your sin will ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Playing Monopoly With God Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 4, 2015
    based on 24 ratings
     | 35,811 views

    Christ warned about the mindset of Monopoly, but all board games have some way to measure success: determining how you win or lose. How do measure success in how we live for Christ? How do we know whether we've actually stored up treasures in heaven?

    Lead-in with the following video: http://discoverychurch.com/messages/actually-win-losing/ (first 24 seconds) How many of you have ever played Monopoly? (ask for a show of hands). Me too. I hate the game. I never win. However, Monopoly is one of the THE most popular games in the world. As I did ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Play Nicely With Others Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 30, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,275 views

    The Lord gives his people instructions for their lives together. They are given in love with the desire that the people of God live abundant, free, and fruitful lives.

    Exodus 20:12-16 “Play Nicely with Others” INTRODUCTION Twenty five years ago author Robert Fulghum wrote a book entitled, All I Really Need to Know, I Learned in Kindergarten. It was immediately a smashing success. The book contained observations and rules such as: Share ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Play Nice With Others

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jul 7, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,673 views

    As Christians, we fully understand that it is important to Play Nice With Others. Can I tell you that’s a concept that is much harder from some than it is for others!

    TITLE: PLACE NICE WITH OTHERS SCRIPTURE: ACTS 15:36-41 I am not sure what has been going on with me the past few weeks, but it seems like I have been getting irritated rather easily. Lately, things seem to bother me all the time. Usually that is an indicator for me to spend more time in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist