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  • Rick Crandall avatar

    When Things Are Out Of Our Control Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 3, 2018
     | 12,347 views

    1. Trust the Lord to comfort you. 2. Ask the Lord for more commitment to His cause. 3. Ask the Lord for the courage to do the right thing. 4. Do whatever you can to help. 5. Trust the Lord to take care of you.

    When Things Are Out of Our Control The Book of Acts - Part 81 Acts 23:6-35 (Read vs. 6-11) Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - May 3, 2015 BACKGROUND: *Here in Acts 23, Paul was in Jerusalem, in spite of many warnings from the Holy Spirit not to go there. John Phillips gave this good ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Cosmos: Satan’s System Of Control Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on May 9, 2025
     | 204 views

    As we continue our journey into spiritual warfare, we turn our focus to what the Bible calls “the world”—not the physical earth, but the organized system under Satan.

    The Cosmos: Satan’s System of Control January 12, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 1 John 2:15–17 Introduction: The Hidden Hand Behind the World Good morning, church. As we continue our journey into spiritual warfare, we turn our focus to what the Bible calls “the world”—not ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Self-Esteem Or God-Esteem? - Lesson 2 - What Constitutes A Good Self-Image? Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 10, 2020
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     | 2,490 views

    Are People Basically Good or Basically Bad?

    WEEK 1 LESSON I. WHAT CONSTITUTES A GOOD SELF-IMAGE? QUESTION: Are People Basically Good or Basically Bad? (Gen 1:26-27) ________________________________________________________________________ QUESTION: Can People Improve ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Friends Of God

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Dec 17, 2012
     | 5,431 views

    There is a war raging between our self-indulgent nature and God. That war sets us at enmity with our brother, shuts the window of heaven and makes us Friends of the world .... and enemies of God. What can we do to avoid this and be friends of God?

    Friends of God James 2:23 James refers to Abraham as, "a friend of God." What a title, what an epitaph. Wouldn't you like to have that said of you? I would. How do we become a friend of God? We will learn that in today's sermon. But first we will look at James's discussion in 4:1-10 He begins ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Time For A Check-Up PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 29, 2024
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     | 1,018 views

    Encourages self-examination of our spiritual health, recognizing Christ as our healer and guide, and the importance of nurturing our relationship with God.

    Good morning, beloved family of faith. I am so delighted to see all of you here today, gathered in the spirit of unity, love, and a shared hunger for the Word of God. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment, to open our hearts to the transformative power of God's Word. Today, we ...read more

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    Attributes Of God - Self-Existent One To The God Of All Comfort

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 21, 2001
    based on 40 ratings
     | 2,839 views

    Praises for the attributes of God as the self-existent one to the God of all comfort

    541. Self-Existent One – I praise you Lord that you are before and above everyone. “God said to Moses, ‘I am who I am. This is what you are to say to the Israelites: ‘I AM has sent me to you.” (Ex. 3:14) 542. Servant – I praise you Lord for being willing to provide assistance, work and benefits ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Jesus Ministered To The Self-Righteous

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,564 views

    Have you ever wondered why it is so hard to relate to people who project a sense of moral superiority? Self righteous people focus more on their goodness than the holiness of God.

    Have you ever wondered why it is so hard to relate to people who project a sense of moral superiority? Self righteous people focus more on their goodness than the holiness of God. One night, such a self-righteous man named Nicodemus, a ruler in the Pharisee's council, came to Jesus wondering how he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Self Pity: An Enemy Of Joyous Living

    Contributed by Keith Crouch on Aug 30, 2005
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,810 views

    A message to encourage us not to become trapped in a life described by self pity.

    Self Pity: An Enemy of Joyous Living Luke 15:25-32 I. We See the Curse of Self Pity (v. 28-30) A. Self Pity destroys our happiness. “..but he became angry and would not go in….” v. 28 • The older brother was angry and would not go in. B. Self pity will destroy our usefulness for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Trade In "Self-Life" For "Servant's Heart" Series

    Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Feb 8, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 5,009 views

    Self-pleasing is the most natural human instinct there is -- we want to climb the ladder. But it will stifle your growth! If you want this year to be different, trade in that attitude for a servant’s heart. *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

    Trade in “Self-Life” for “Servant’s Heart” “Son of man came not to be served, but to serve...” Life is essentially a series of trade-offs. . . everything plateaus when you’re unwilling to make the next trade-off. Brief REVEW OF - Trade in “Guilty Conscience” for “Guilt-free living”. . . - ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Christ's Prediction And Peter's Self- Determination

    Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Apr 4, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,373 views

    Men are weak and they fail. There is one basic reason for failure conveyed by Scripture: Men are not perfect. By nature, that is, by thought, acts and being, men come short.

    CHRIST’S PREDICTION AND PETER’S SELF- DETERMINATION Mark 14:27-31, 53-54, 66-72 Worldwide Church of God Bulawan Prieto Diaz Sorsogon April 8, 2006 Introduction Men are weak and they fail. There is one basic reason for failure conveyed by Scripture: Men are not perfect. By nature, that is, by ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Moses Faith; A Self-Denying Faith Series

    Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 23, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,306 views

    Following Christ is not easy, not if a person is going to truly follow Him. Moses is a prime example of a man who gave up all that the world had to offer in order to follow God and His promises.

    Letting your Faith do the Walking Part 12 Moses Faith; A Self-Denying Faith Hebrews 11:24-28 Introduction Following Christ is not easy, not if a person is going to truly follow Him. Why? Because His call is contrary to what most people think. His call is a call to love, joy and peace, but it is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stewardship Of Self - Forward Steps 1 Series

    Contributed by Spencer Homan on Nov 19, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,172 views

    This is our Stewardship Series for 2009, focusing on the assurance of the Christian peom "Footprints in the Sand" we can step out boldly knowing God walks with us.

    As you can see, the sanctuary is decked out in a “beach theme.” During our brainstorming session this year we came up with the idea of “Forward Steps” for our stewardship drive. Now, can anyone guess how we got from “Forward Steps” to the beach theme? The center theme of it all this year is ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Simon Peter: Stuck In Self-Deception Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 22, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,949 views

    We live with a self-image that we know is not true, but we like to project it anyway. We will come unstuck from self-deception when there is someone who loves us unconditionally ... the crucified and risen Christ.

    Outside the gate of the great house, it is growing cold. The winter winds are not quite over, and the first breezes of a promised spring have a zip to them. It would be nice to be in there, on the other side of the gate, where a fire is blazing and the workers are keeping warm. It would be good ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joseph Rodgers avatar

    Yahweh - Teh Self Existent One Series

    Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Oct 24, 2005
    based on 88 ratings
     | 19,618 views

    A message on the name YAHWEH - the Self Existent One

    Hello I Love You YAHWEH – Exodus 3:1-15 Intro: My full name is Joseph Italo Rodgers. I was named after my German and Italian grandparents. When I was a boy I didn’t appreciate my name b/c some people gave me a hard time about my middle name. Not only was it mispronounced – “I-talo” or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Undermining Authority: The Self-Importance Factor Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 22, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,318 views

    Many of us are so desperate to feel significant that we have a hard time with authority at any level. If we found our significance in the Lord, we would be less tempted to fault others for our woes.

    Undermining Authority: The Self-Importance Factor (Numbers 12) 1. Many Americans think they can run our country better than our elected officials. They may or may not be correct. But of one thing I am sure: I don't want the job! 2. Aren't you glad you do not have to solve the oil spill mess? Or ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible