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  • James Awosina avatar

    Studying For Divine Approval

    Contributed by James Awosina on Jul 5, 2019
     | 6,970 views

    The apostolic charge to every preacher and teacher of the word is "study". Our ministry will lack the substance of divine approval and saving, sanctifying power without the diligent study of the Word of God on daily basis.

    STUDYING FOR DIVINE APPROVAL 2 Timothy 2:15 “Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth” Paul was Timothy’s mentor, pastor and leader. He understood perfectly Timothy’s shortcomings as a young pastor under his tutelage. To ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Saved From Shallow Religion Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 481 views

    This sermon introduction emphasizes the importance of private acts of giving, praying, and fasting as taught by Jesus, highlighting the need for a self-giving love that seeks God's approval rather than that of others.

    Hello church and welcome. I am glad we are observing Ash Wednesday together. Today is the first day of Lent, a 40-day period of reflection, prayer, confession, and letting go. We join with believers all over the world during Lent. Lent is a time for us to assess ourselves and make adjustments. It’s ...read more

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    Tested And Approved!

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Feb 6, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,522 views

    Tested and Approved - The Temptation of Jesus - Luke chapter 4 verses 1-13 sermon by Gordon Curley. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: TEMPTATION #1: selfishness (vs 1-5) TEMPTATION #2: presumption (vs 5-8) TEMPTATION #3: compromise (vs 9-12) SERMON BODY: Ill: • The British PM Boris Johnson took his cabinet out for a meal; • The waiter asked him; “Sir, what would you like to eat?” • Boris Johnson replied; “I’ll ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Approved Of God

    Contributed by Alton Coleman on Feb 4, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 13,881 views

    How wonderful it would be if Christians today would live in such a way that God Himself would “show off” His approval of us by manifesting His Divine Power in our lives as He did in the life of Jesus Christ! I believe that it is His will to do so in thes

    Approved of God Scripture Reading: Acts 2:14-24 Scripture Text: Acts 2:22; I Thess. 4:1 Acts 2:22 Ye men of Israel, hear these words; Jesus of Nazareth, a man approved of God among you by miracles and wonders and signs, which God did by him in the midst of you, as ye yourselves also know: ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Approved

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Dec 28, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,013 views

    A short teaching of 2 Timothy 2:15 - Paul gave Timothy clear instructions on the importance of being approved of God for the preaching of God's Word.

    Approved The Apostle Paul gives instructions to Timothy that applies to all Christians who desire to take on the important charge, "Preach the Word" (2 Timothy 4:2). "Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a workman who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Heaven's Seal Of Approval

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 7, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,753 views

    God’s seal (the Holy Spirit) has radical and practical implications for His people.

    HEAVEN’S SEAL OF APPROVAL Rev. 7:1-17 Sermon Objective: God’s seal (the Holy Spirit) has radical and practical implications for His people. Supporting Scripture: John 10:14; 1 Corinthians 8:3; 2 Corinthians 1:22-23; Ephesians 1:12-14; Ephesians 4:30; 2 Timothy 2:19 REV. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Divine Testimony Series

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 5, 2014
     | 4,653 views

    To show that we have good testimonies that we can share by faith.

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you have a good testimony? YES, BY FAITH II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we have good testimonies that we can share by faith. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 11:2 (Amplified Bible) 11:2 For by [faith—trust and holy fervor born of faith] the men of old ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Tested And Approved

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on May 2, 2019
     | 4,009 views

    As we get closer to Easter, We see Jesus being tested in the desert and His victory over temptation.

    Tested and approved Luke 4:1-12 Introduction- Last week we looked at finding God in the wilderness of our lives. Those times we need to hear from God but feel like we are in no man’s land and alone. Most live there instead of believing that God wants to speak to us. We can become so use to ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 24, 2024
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     | 189 views

    This sermon explores the importance of handling God's Word with honesty, harnessing truthfulness in our work for God, and holding firm to God's foundation.

    Good morning, dear church family. It's always a joy to gather together, to see your faces, to share in the fellowship of believers. We are here, not by accident, but by the grace of God. We are here, not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters in Christ. We are here, not for our own sake, but for ...read more

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    The Hunger For Approval Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jan 12, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 6,302 views

    2nd sermon in series on John 1&2. We want to be noticed, appreciated, respected, and loved. We want it from our peers and our parents. We especially want this approval from our father.

    Living the Good Life Jesus came for one purpose John 10:10b “…I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” Learning about Living the Good Life Finding the Source of Significance – John 1:1-13 Satisfying the Hunger for Approval – John 1:14-34 Discovering Your Purpose for Being ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Approval Of Paul Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on May 3, 2018
     | 4,072 views

    It looks as if they may have chastised the apostle for being a persecutor of the church before his conversion, when nothing of that nature could be said of the Twelve and therefore he was not to be considered on a level with them.

    September 21, 2013 The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Galatians Tom Lowe Chapter II.B.3.b: The Approval of Paul (2.6-10) Galatians 2.6-10 (KJV) 6 But of these who seemed to be somewhat, (whatsoever they were, it maketh no matter to me: God accepteth no man's person:) for they who seemed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Curse Of The Law Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 6, 2018
     | 3,488 views

    Only perfect performance could win divine approval under the Law, but since that was not achievable the Law could only condemn a person (James 2.10) and cause him to cast himself on God in faith.

    October 19, 2013 The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Galatians Tom Lowe Chapter III.A.2.b: The Curse of the Law (3.10-12) Galatians 3.10-12 (KJV) 10 For as many as are of the works of the law are under the curse: for it is written, Cursed is every one that continueth not in all things which ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Approved Servants Series

    Contributed by Jay Tigner on May 7, 2016
     | 5,867 views

    When the church needed the pastoral ministry expanded, Jesus led them to select deacons to serve the church.

    AN IMPORTANT TIME! You have heard from Doyle Walls this morning regarding the process that will begin to unfold among us as we go through this exciting and important season where we will select new deacons to serve among us, the Body of Christ. Because this is an important time in the life of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Approval Addiction

    Contributed by Lane Hastie on Nov 8, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,279 views

    A practical teaching on the fear of man vs. the fear of God and how both impact a person's destiny and influence.

    Once upon a time, an elderly man was traveling with a boy and a donkey. As they walked through a village, the man was leading the donkey and the boy was walking behind. The townspeople said the old man was a fool for not riding…so to please them, he climbed up on the animal’s back. When they ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Faith And Approval

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 8, 2000
    based on 89 ratings
     | 2,125 views

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    “NOW FAITH IS THE ASSURANCE OF THINGS HOPED FOR, THE EVIDENCE OF THINGS NOT SEEN. 2 FOR BY IT THE MEN OF OLD GAINED APPROVAL.” The eleventh chapter of Hebrews has been called the “Hebrews Hall of Faith”, and for a good reason. This chapter talks about some of the great heroes of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox