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  • Dr. Craig Nelson avatar

    Self-Esteem Or God Esteem?" - Lesson 3 - How To Focus On God's Image – Not Yours Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 10, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,266 views

    IV. A. Self-detachment B. Death C. Understanding The Cross D. Application E. The Dealing Of God F. The Real Enemy G. Ascension Of Jesus H. Human Weakness / Divine Strength I. Right With God

    QUESTION: If I am the problem, what is the solution? __________________________________________________________________ IV. FOCUSING ON GOD'S IMAGE – NOT YOURS A. Self-Detachment. 1. Matt 16:24 "deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. i. Such self-denial is not the giving up ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Final Instructions -- True Riches Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 16 ratings
     | 4,495 views

    FOCUS ON WHAT IS REALLY VALUABLE IN LIGHT OF ETERNITY

    BIG IDEA: FOCUS ON WHAT IS REALLY VALUABLE IN LIGHT OF ETERNITY Balances the warnings in vs. 6-10 so that those who are already rich don’t feel necessarily condemned, but can view these riches from the proper perspective as God’s blessing to them to be used for His glory. I. (:17-19) FINAL ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Once Saved, Always Saved? What Would Have To Happen If A Person Willingly Chooses To Lose Their Salvation

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Sep 6, 2017
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,153 views

    A review of the events described in the Bible that would have to take place if a person willingly chose to 'fall' and 'slip away,' losing their salvation and become unBorn-Again.

    There are two fundamental schools about this have many branches of differing thought. First is the Armenian teaching that believes the believer maintains salvation and can be lost due to sin. Second is Calvinism, which teaches that salvation can never be lost because it was preordained from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Importance Of Love

    Contributed by Kevin Jones on Mar 3, 2010
     | 1,647 views

    The greatest thing to focus on is love.

    The Importance of Love Well in case you are unaware today is Valentine’s Day. The origin of the day is uncertain as there are several stories of how this day came into existence, but the origin is not really that important. We do realize that it is big business for greeting card companies, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Dream Analyzed

    Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 1, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,382 views

    Focus upon the dream of Nebuchadnezzar

    Daniel Chapter 2-The Dream & Interpretation I. The Dream Told (v.31-35) A. It Was a Dream of A Gigantic & Terrible Image/Statue of a Man [Colossus] (v.31) B. It Was A Statue w/4 Parts (v.32,33) 1. Gold Head 2. Silver Breast & Arms 3. Brass Belly & Thighs 4. Iron Legs & Feet C. It Was A ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Ascention Day!!!

    Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on May 21, 2013
     | 7,289 views

    To focus on the significance of Ascension Day...

    ASCENSION DAY Several important events mark the life of our Saviour and Lord Jesus Christ. Traditionally the Universal Church has been very dutifully celebrating Christmas (day of birth), Good Friday (the day the atoning work was completed on the Cross) ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Seekers

    Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Feb 21, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,822 views

    Having our focus on heaven.

    seekers Col 3:1-2 Seek- to find out, to enquire, to crave Affection- to have understanding, to feel , to think Intro: what’s your focus 1: Table full of items a) Laptops, mp3’s toys, candy, etc. b) How many can look at the table of items for 60 seconds and make a list of what they see ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    What Drives Our Lives? Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Dec 9, 2014
     | 4,070 views

    What's the focus of our hearts?

    Please open your Bibles to 1 Samuel …… We noted from the beginning of the Book that Samuel was prayed for by his mother Hannah. Samuel was dedicated to the Lord and the Lord called him to be a prophet. Later in the Book of 1 Samuel, we will be introduced to a godly man named David. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Forgive Them Series

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on Apr 3, 2022
     | 1,528 views

    The Focus on the Cross to Bring Revival

    Forgive Them Luke 23:35 I. Introduction A. The Focus on the Cross to Bring Revival 1. The New Testament church our example of revival 2. The cross and resurrection their message B. Approaching the Cross 1. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Biblical Sanctity Of Life, Nasb, Footnotes From Biblegateway.com

    Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jan 13, 2026
     | 76 views

    This is based on a Focus on the Family question.

    "We believe that human beings are created by God in His image. Therefore, every person, from conception to natural death, possesses inherent dignity and immeasurable worth – including preborn children, elderly individuals, those with special needs and others marginalized by society. ...read more

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    Denomination: Vineyard

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    Philemon - Part One Of Two

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Feb 14, 2022
     | 1,210 views

    Our position in heaven should always override our place in life.

    Today, we jump into the book of Philemon. A personal letter from Paul to a house church leader and his family. It's a one page wonder that is perfect for the time like this where people have once again been made aware of inequality, injustice and racism. A time when many run to the scriptures ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Three Things To Remember This Mother's Day

    Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on May 10, 2015
     | 10,646 views

    In this message, we will study closely the right attitude to our mothers, how we express our appreciation to them and the result when we honor them. The more we express our love and appreciation to our mothers, the longer our lives will be on earth.

    Exodus 20:12 (NIV) "Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the Lord your God is giving you." There are three things we are going to talk about from this verse: 1. What is the right kind of attitude we need to show towards our father and mother? We are to HONOR ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Guarding The Good Deposit Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jun 27, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,824 views

    Focus on good doctrine and be an example of faithfulness.

    Guard the Good Deposit 2 Timothy 1:13-18 Rev. Brian Bill June 24-25, 2023 I want to begin with a provocative quote from a post called, “The Cult of Culture” by Kenny Luck. “Watch out for the world. It’s after you. It wants you in its cult following, wooing you with pleasures and power, fame and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How To Motivate People To Give 100% To The Lord's Service

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 58 ratings
     | 8,653 views

    Motivating some people is not difficult because they are determined to follow positive examples. Our faith grows when we appreciate the price great people have paid for their beliefs. We grow best when we focus on what we love most. Whenever I go through

    Motivating some people is not difficult because they are determined to follow positive examples. Our faith grows when we appreciate the price great people have paid for their beliefs. We grow best when we focus on what we love most. Paul wrote, "Be steadfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Shame Of The Cross

    Contributed by Paul Norwood on Mar 19, 2012
     | 8,416 views

    While we normally focus on the pain Jesus suufered, this is an attempt to focus on the horrible shame associated with His crucifixion.

    The Shame of the Cross Text: Deuteronomy 21:22-23 I. Welcome II. Introduction Our theme this year is “Beyond Ourselves in 2012!” The thrust of this theme is on carrying the gospel to our community as the Lord commanded us in the great commission recorded in Matthew 28:19-20. Just as our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ