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  • John Dobbs avatar

    Don't Be Surprised Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Nov 7, 2000
    based on 114 ratings
     | 7,301 views

    There is opposition on every journey of faith, and it seems impassable.

    DON’T BE SURPRISED! 1 Peter 4:12-19 Introduction: 1. There is opposition on every journey of faith. It is enough to cause many to become discouraged and quit. It is enough to give pause to everyone – is it worth it? It is enough to seem impassable. It is enough to be classified as a real ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Sheldon Boyd avatar

    If God Is So Good Why Do I Feel So Bad? Series

    Contributed by Sheldon Boyd on Oct 5, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,097 views

    This is part of a series I did on topics my congregation requested. Several of these messages are two parts.

    YOU ASKED FOR IT IF GOD IS SO GOOD, WHY DO I FEEL SO BAD? Sunday April 30, 2006 Scripture Reference: 1 Peter 4:12-19 Intro. A. Today we are beginning a new sermon series called “You Asked For It.” These are sermons on subjects that you have requested. I am very excited about sharing this ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    If God Is So Good Why Do I Feel So Bad? Pt.2 Series

    Contributed by Sheldon Boyd on Oct 5, 2006
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,254 views

    This is part of a series I did on topics my congregation requested. Several of these messages are two parts.

    YOU ASKED FOR IT IF GOD IS SO GOOD WHY DO I FEEL SO BAD? Pt.2 Sunday May 14, 2006 Scripture Reference: 1 Peter 4:12-19 Intro. A. Today we are going to finish our look at this very important subject of suffering especially as it relates to suffering in the lives of Christians. Since it has ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Stephen Noel avatar

    Don't Worry, Be Happy!

    Contributed by Stephen Noel on Sep 12, 2001
    based on 17 ratings
     | 4,839 views

    A message on salvation for the sinner, but a challenge of deeper commitment to the Christian.

    Don’t Worry, Be Happy! Wouldn’t it be nice if everyone walked in perfect peace, without worry, without stress, without lonliness? It can happen. Especially when we walk with the Lord. This message today is for both the sinner and for the Christian. At the close of this message, you will ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Victor Ross avatar

    Why Me Lord?

    Contributed by Victor Ross on Sep 12, 2001
    based on 50 ratings
     | 6,336 views

    In the eventualities and varied experiences of life, at one point or another, I’m sure we have all uttered the words which are no doubt in the heart of every grieving parent who has lost their child, or every husband or wife their partner - "WHY ME?"

    (a) In the eventualities and varied experiences of life, at one point or another, I’m sure we have all uttered the words which are no doubt in the heart of every grieving parent who has lost their child, or every husband or wife their partner - "WHY ME?" (b) I know in the course of my pastoral ...read more

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  • Ross Anderson avatar

    How Can I Make It Through Suffering? Series

    Contributed by Ross Anderson on Oct 25, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,763 views

    Be prepared for times of suffering, lest affliction cause you to lose your grip on your relationship with God.

    Be prepared for times of suffering, lest affliction cause you to lose your grip on your relationship with God. I. DON¡¦T BE DUMBFOUNDED BY SUFFERING (12-13) 12 Dear friends, do not be surprised at the painful trial you are suffering, as though something strange were happening to you. 13 But ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    The Testing Of Our Faith

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Aug 10, 2003
    based on 104 ratings
     | 18,835 views

    Our faith is tested not that God will learn if our faith is enduring but that we will learn if it is. The one sure proof that we possess saving faith is that our faith "endures to the end."

    THE TESTING OF OUR FAITH "Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal among you, which comes upon you for your testing, as though some strange thing were happening to you; but to the degree that you share the sufferings of Christ, keep on rejoicing; so that at the revelation of His glory, you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kelly Grant avatar

    Surviving Your Suffering

    Contributed by Kelly Grant on Sep 10, 2003
    based on 67 ratings
     | 18,913 views

    Surving the various hardships and trials of life is possible only when the Christians understands the overriding plan of God adn is committed to Him in sincerity and faithfulness.

    Title: “Surviving Your Suffering” Text: I Peter 4:12-16 “Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you: But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ’s sufferings; that, when his glory shall be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Howard McGlamery avatar

    Nine Facets Of The Christian Life

    Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Jan 7, 2003
    based on 81 ratings
     | 4,067 views

    A message on encouragement in the midst of suffering.

    Nine Facets Of The Christian Life I Peter I. The Christian Life Is Salvation 1 Peter 1:18-19 18 Forasmuch as ye know that ye were not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold, from your vain conversation received by tradition from your fathers; 19 But with the precious ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Let God Do It His Way

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 26, 2001
    based on 88 ratings
     | 41,094 views

    This sermon looks at the life of David, and how he allowed God to handle the problem of Saul in his life.

    Let God Do It His Way 8/1/99 1 Samuel 24:1-22 1 Peter 4:12-19 1 Samuel 26:1-25 When a woman is pregnant, she is going to have a baby. A normal baby takes about nine months to get here. Now what would you think if the woman became so excited about the baby coming into the word that she ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Carl Willis avatar

    Suffering For God Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on May 9, 2001
    based on 55 ratings
     | 3,863 views

    The honor of suffering for God.

    Suffering for Being A Christian 1 Peter 4:12-19 Have you ever watched a fire walker? Looks painful doesn’t it? But that is how the Bible describes the suffering and persecution that we at times must face because of our faith in Jesus. Let’s spend some time this morning talking about being a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Joshua Pinto avatar

    Una Razón Para… Sufrir - Parte 8 Series

    Contributed by Joshua Pinto on Aug 11, 2005
    based on 13 ratings
     | 6,335 views

    ¿Por qué cosas malas les suceden a las personas buenas? Esta es una de las preguntas mas hechas durante las edades. De Hecho es posible que usted se haya hecho esta pregunta recientemente. Y desafortunadamente, parece ser que nunca recibimos una respue

    ¿Por qué cosas malas les suceden a las personas buenas? Esta es una de las preguntas mas hechas durante las edades. De Hecho es posible que usted se haya hecho esta pregunta recientemente. Y desafortunadamente, parece ser que nunca recibimos una respuesta satisfactoria a esta pregunta. Mas sin ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Jeffery Anselmi avatar

    Doesn't God Love Me? Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 13, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,017 views

    In the midst of trials, we need to know that God loves us and has a purpose

    INTRODUCTION SLIDE #1 „X When you are going through difficult times do you feel loved by God? „X How do you think you would feel if you were seeing your family being persecuted because of their faith or if you suffer persecution because of your faith in Jesus? „X Would you feel loved? Abandoned? ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Playing Hurt

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 27, 2001
    based on 89 ratings
     | 10,227 views

    We have to play game of life even though we get hurt.

    PLAYING HURT I Peter 4:12-16 INTRO..- ILL.-A college football coach walked into the locker room before a game, looked over to his star player and said, “I’m not supposed to let you play since you failed math, but we need you in this game. So, what I have to do is ask you a math question and if ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Lindeal Greer avatar

    Butterfly

    Contributed by Lindeal Greer on Nov 22, 2000
    based on 84 ratings
     | 13,842 views

    This is about the struggles that makes us grow.

    Butterfly A man found a cocoon of a butterfly. One day a small opening appeared. He sat and watched the butterfly for several hours, as it struggled to force its body through the little hole. Then it seemed to stop making any progress. It appeared as if it had gotten as far as it could, and it ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ