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  • Alan Perkins avatar

    Saddam Dances To God's Tune

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Feb 16, 2003
    based on 154 ratings
     | 5,181 views

    Just like another Babylonian king, Nebuchadnezzar, Saddam Hussein has to do God’s will, like it or not.

    If you’ve been paying attention to the news for the last few weeks, you’ve probably concluded, as I have, that we are marching inexorably toward an imminent war in Iraq, regardless of what the U.N. may do. President Bush and various cabinet officials have said as much in their public statements – ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard White avatar

    Preparing For A Tough Job Series

    Contributed by Richard White on Jun 4, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 3,198 views

    We see the task, we have to move on it soon. But we have to get it past some difficult people.

    Preparing for a tough job Nehemiah 2, Proverbs 21 PR 21:1 The king’s heart is in the hand of the LORD; he directs it like a watercourse wherever he pleases. 2 All a man’s ways seem right to him, but the LORD weighs the heart. 3 To do what is right and just is more acceptable to the LORD than ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Heart Of The King

    Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Oct 16, 2001
    based on 38 ratings
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    God overrules all the plans of earthly rulers, be they righteous or wicked, for the accomplishment of his own wise and good designs.

    The Heart of the King "The king’s heart is in the hand of the Lord, as the rivers of water: he turneth it whithersoever he will." -- (Proverbs 21:1) God overrules all the plans of earthly rulers, be they righteous or wicked, for the accomplishment of his own wise and good designs. A good king’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Alan Perkins avatar

    We Vote - God Decides

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Mar 30, 2001
    based on 43 ratings
     | 7,739 views

    God is ultimately in control over who is elected and how they govern. Therefore, we can look to Him for the security and welfare of our nation.

    As you all know, on November 7th millions of people will be going to the polls to elect a new President. And so, this excruciatingly long process, these seemingly endless political campaigns, will finally be over. No more debates, no more ‘attack ads’, no more speculation over vice-presidential ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Advice, That Will Bring Blessings Pt.2

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 3, 2010
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    The wisdom of God is all important, and when you go after Him you will receive it, little by little. Verse upon verse teach from the book of Proverbs.

    Advice, that Will Bring Blessings pt.2 Text: Proverbs 21:1-31 The king’s heart is in the hand of the LORD, Like the rivers of water; He turns it wherever He wishes.2 Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, But the LORD weighs the hearts. 3 To do righteousness and justice Is more ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    Does It Matter What You Do As Long As Your Intentions Are Good?

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 20, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,390 views

    The latest meltdown on Wall Street illustrates that to be just, your intentions AND your actions must correspond to the good.

    Tuesday of 25th week in course 23 Sept 2008 Proverbs 21: 1-6 “Market meltdown. . .wild roller-coaster ride. . .investor lack of confidence. . .flight to safety. . .historic market swing.” Today we read Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, but the LORD weighs the heart. Did the people ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Rodney Johnson Sr., avatar

    No Debate Concerning Who’s God

    Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Feb 11, 2013
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    Prior to elections, there are several debates to aid us in selecting a leader. However; there has never been a debate about who’s the God of this universe.

    INTRODUCTION: A week ago, I shared a lesson on the Throne of God. Amid the debate concerning the presidency; I wish to remind you that God is God, without debate or input from anyone. He is sovereign; meaning He is the high ruler. He is God by self ordination and appointment. The earthly leaders ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Proverbs 21 - On Life And Conduct Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jun 24, 2013
    based on 6 ratings
     | 13,812 views

    A verse by verse look at Proverbs chapter 21.

    Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Twenty One We will now look at Proverbs chapter twenty one: On Life and Conduct 1 The king's heart is like channels of water in the hand of the Lord; He turns it wherever He wishes. Proverbs 21:1 (NASB) It is good for all of us to remember – it is God ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Righteous Man Deals Wisely

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 14, 2015
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    To show what wickedness can do for you if you don't heed and obey GOD's WORDS.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you a wise righteous man? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show what wickedness can do for you if you don't heed and obey GOD's WORDS. IV. TEXT: Proverbs 21:12 (Amplified Bible) 21:12 The [uncompromisingly] righteous man considers well the house of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • NNAEMEKA DURUEKE avatar

    Search Your Motives

    Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Jul 9, 2016
     | 4,914 views

    IN ALL YOU DO, ACKNOWLEDGE THAT GOD'S WAY IS THE BEST

    SEARCH YOUR MOTIVES MAIN TEXT: PROVERBS 21:2 Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, But the Lord weighs the hearts. PROVERBS 16:2 All the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes, But the Lord weighs the spirits. Our motive always must reflect a desire to please God, and not to impress ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Most Dangerous Word Series

    Contributed by Jim Kilson on Nov 6, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,810 views

    Part 7 of 8 in a series covering words in the Bible that are all too often overlooked or ignored.

    INTRODUCTION: What’s the most dangerous thing you’ve ever done? I know for me the most dangerous thing I’ve ever done was to go swimming in some of the most shark infested waters on earth! It was a total rush! Some people thrive on danger… the adrenaline junkies. Las Vegas ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Efren V. Narido avatar

    Testimony: Sovereignty Of God

    Contributed by Efren V. Narido on May 26, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 8,449 views

    When I "encountered" God in His Sovereignty, I realized how helpless and unworthy I am...

    “The king’s heart is a stream of water in the hand of the Lord; he turns it wherever he will” (Prov. 21:1, all ESV unless specified). When I was in the catholic elementary school, because of the teaching that God can make something out of nothing and that He knows everything, my admiration for Him ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God’s Hand Upon Our President

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Feb 17, 2019
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     | 2,780 views

    It does not matter who are President is, God's hand can guide him for Devine purposes.

    God’s Hand Upon Our President Proverbs 21:1 says; “The king's heart is in the hand of the LORD; He directs it like a watercourse wherever He pleases.” Proverbs 21 is a powerful truth that must be grasped so Christians may pray in faith that God is fully able to put into effect His perfect ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    Everybody Needs To Learn Humility Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 19, 2020
     | 1,546 views

    Mary understood, as every Christian should, that any great thing that happens in our walk with Christ is due to the Lord’s graceful action and will.

    Tuesday of 25th Week in Course 2020 Today’s story from the life of Jesus Christ is from St. Luke’s Gospel, and it looks like proof of alienation of Jesus from His extended family, doesn’t it? The family is trying to get to Jesus for some reason, and the crowd tells Him about it, and He seems to ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Andrew Dixon avatar

    Sermon # 45 - Favor With God And Men Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Nov 22, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,043 views

    Want to find favor with God and men? God’s word teaches us how this can be possible. Also, we can learn some practical principles from the lives of those in the bible who did find favor with God and men.

    The words of Solomon as found in Proverbs 21:1, “The king's heart is a stream of water in the hand of the LORD; he turns it wherever he will.” (ESV) All through this year we have studied the various aspects of the hand of God, as is made evident in our lives as His children. The above ...read more

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