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The sense of entitlement is one of the major problems Christians suffer with. Knowledge can enhance this sense of entitlement. We need to turn it around to an attitude of Thanksgiving instead
Love is not an Entitlement: Hence Let us Give Thanks You are gathered here to learn about the Legal requirements for NGOs and Churches. Understanding and abiding to the Legal requirements are essential for our organisations. They keep us out of trouble and helps us to focus on fulfilling our ...read more
Scripture: Romans 3:23, Philippians 2:5-8, Matthew 20:1-15, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Numbers 11:4-6 (view more) (view less)
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
There are several ways we Edge God Out. One of them is by the sense of Entitlement that many of us strongly feel. The antidote is to Exalt God Only through Thanksgiving.
Edging God Out through Entitlement I have used the acronym EGO before, and some of you might remember it. Edging God Out. There are various ways we Edge God Out of our lives. We have examined some of them in my past messages here, and I would like to continue on the same theme. Today, let us ...read more
Scripture: Numbers 11:4-6, Matthew 20:1-15, Romans 3:23, Philippians 2:5-8, 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (view more) (view less)
One of the major reason for our hearts to become ungrateful is our sense of Entitlement
Today we celebrate as Thanksgiving Day. The topic of Thanksgiving is very familiar. The Bible speaks volumes about the topic. The Psalms are resplendent with affirmations of thanksgiving to the Lord for His good ness and mercy. “Oh Give Thanks to the Lord…” rings out loud and clear in this book. We ...read more
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Numbers 11:4-6, Matthew 20:1-15
God's way is often the hard way.
Sunday Night: The Hard Way Date: 2/26/17 Place: BLCC Text: Galatians 6.4-10 CT: God’s way is often the Hard Way. FAS: What is the type of religion that would bring the most happiness to the individual who practices that religion? Interesting question. C.S. Lewis, a renowned Christian author ...read more
Scripture: Galatians 6:4-10
Denomination: Christian Church
In entitlement thinking, “title equals entitlement.” Favor is demanded based on one’s status or position. It seems the descendants of Joseph felt entitled to more land because they were a large tribe; but bigger doesn't equal blessing.
When it comes to possessing the land, we can’t just stand around waiting for someone to hand it to us. The same is true for those who are drawn to the work of God in our church and who want to partner with us. When we begin making an impact for the kingdom, and as we start leading others to ...read more
Scripture: Joshua 17:14-18
Denomination: Baptist
Entitlement is when people feel that the world owes them something without having to do anything to earn it. We llok at entitlement in our culture and then see what Scripture has to say about it
Entitlement James 4:1-3 and 2 Thessalonians 3:6-12 In his commencement speech to the Wellesley High School Class of 2012, English teacher David McCullough delivered some sobering words: “None of you is special. You are not special. You are not exceptional.” He called the graduating ...read more
Scripture: James 4:1-3
Denomination: Methodist
There are genuine and marvellous entitlements provided to the Christian.
ENTITLEMENT Text: Matthew 7:11, "If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your Father which is in heaven give good things to them that ask him?" Introduction: Today in America there is much discussion in the world of politics about the subject ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 7:11
Denomination: Church Of God
Recovery begins when we leverage our entitlements for the sake of those less entitled.
Find additional Free Resources for This Sermon Series: http://store.northpoint.org/recovery-road-starter-kit.html So as we begin this last message in this series, let me begin by this, a little bit of a story. Now, as Jesus was coming to the end of his ministry, he was on his way to Jerusalem one ...read more
Scripture: John 13:1-17, John 5:1-18
Ever played volleyball? Ever watched any of the volleyball tournament on television? If so, then you know about setup and spike. It’s a great strategy. In fact, the devil is well acquainted with the volleyball "setup and spike" strategy, and he is an expe
Ever played volleyball? Ever watched any of the volleyball tournament on television? If so, then you know about setup and spike. It’s a great strategy. In fact, the devil is well acquainted with the volleyball "setup and spike" strategy, and he is an expert at using it. However, we are not ...read more
Scripture: Luke 3:7
Denomination: Assembly Of God
This series of messages was part of the preparation for our SAW (Spiritual Awakening Weekend). May it be used by others.
The Nemesis of an Awakening Aiming At an Awakening - #4 of 12 Jerry Watts Acts 4:31-5:10 * My heart’s desire is to see God show up and show out during the next month. I pray that He will draw us so close to Him that we look like Him. Wayne Watson wrote these words, “One day Jesus will ...read more
In this series of messages we focus on cultivating a thankful heart and enemies that present themselves to prevent us from being truly Thankful people. This Message speaks about the enemy of "Entitlement."
Thanksgiving is more than a day! I have often approached this time of the year with a little bit of remorse with regard to the attention that we I have given to the Subject of thanksgiving. It seems often times that our thoughts on the matter are often reserved for a day or perhaps a week of ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 32:9-10
Through history, men have felt "entitled" to His grace. But, condemnation is all we are truly worthy of. Only by the grace of God, and the sacrifice of His Son on our behalf, can we look foward to the pleasures of eternal life.
Feeling entitled, receiving a gift Matthew 21:33-46 Introduction Many years ago I was enlisted in the Air Force and competed for promotion to Technical Sergeant. I was a Staff Sergeant that had been recognized as one of the best. I had fire wall 5 performance reports and had been Group NCO of ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46
Denomination: Lutheran
To explore the parable of the workers in the vineyard, emphasizing the boundless nature of God's grace, the fairness of His promises, and the need for humility instead of entitlement.
Hello, friends. I'm glad to see you all here today. We're going to explore a passage today that's got a lot to teach us about how we view God's grace, His promises, and our own sense of entitlement. It's a parable that Jesus shared with His disciples, and it's found in Matthew 20:1-20. I'll read it ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 20:1-20
Topics: Religious Entitlement
You can't sleep when your life is unraveling... but it is the sleeplessness of an unraveling life that we learn to live in grateful dependence on God - all the time.
Title: When You Can’t Sleep Text: Psalm 30 Thesis: You can’t sleep when your life is unraveling… but it is in the sleeplessness of an unraveling life that we learn to live in grateful dependence on God – all the time. Introduction There is a Volkswagen commercial that is ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 30:1-12