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  • Jay McPhearson avatar

    The Suffering Christian

    Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Oct 18, 2003
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    When we see the bigger picture – our suffering isn’t so bad

    Intro: (Start w/ Blank) DID YOU KNOW Persecution statistics: * More than 43 million Christians have been killed for their faith since the crucifixion of Jesus. * It’s been estimated that more Christians have been martyred in the 20th Century than in all the prior 1,900 years combined. * There ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Being A Christian Can Be Painful! Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 25, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
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    We should invest ourselves in the Lord, even while suffering.

    Being A Christian Can Be Painful! (I Peter 4:12-19) 1. C. S. Lewis once remarked that “God whispers to us in our pleasures, speaks to us in our conscience, but shouts in our pain; it is His megaphone to rouse a deaf world.” Today’s sermon is about suffering, trials, and stressful experiences. 2. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • David Flowers avatar

    Hope For Uncertain Times Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Aug 27, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
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    Are we living in the world’s last days? Jesus and the Biblical writers said that is not for us to know, and taught that we are to live our lives fully and freely, hoping in God always. Based on 1 Peter 4:7-19.

    Hope for Uncertain Times Hope is Your Birthright, part 1 Wildwind Community Church August 27, 2006 David Flowers Life is hard, isn’t it? You hear that a lot. Life is hard. But next time you hear that statement, I want you to think, “Compared to what?” Life is hard. It takes up all of your ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Sheldon Boyd avatar

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

    Contributed by Sheldon Boyd on Oct 5, 2006
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    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
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     | 3,235 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

  • Peter Loughman avatar

    Suffering Reduces Sin Series

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Mar 7, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
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    The Apostle Peter shows us that when we work through suffering in a godly way, those habits and sins we cannot rid ourselves of, start to fade away.

    What is the thing that Americans fear the most? It is not taxes, or speaking in public, or even death…no. What Americans fear the most is – suffering. It can all be summed up when a loved one dies and death comes quickly to them. What do we say? At least they didn’t suffer….. Americans fear ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Are You A Christian Weirdo? Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 1, 2007
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    Exposition of 1 Peter 4:12-19

    Text: 1 Peter 4:12-19, Title: Are you a Christian Weirdo? Date/Place: LSCC, 2/26/06, AM A. Opening illustration: talking the other day to someone down south who asked about the snow. Piper talking the other day about the anomaly of the American church for the past 300 yrs and the 164K martyrs this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Clark Tanner avatar

    "Fire And Judgment" Series

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Feb 13, 2007
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    Sermon 15 in a study in 1 & 2 Peter

    “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; 13 but to the degree that you share the sufferings of Christ, keep on rejoicing, so that also at the revelation of His glory you may rejoice with ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Una Razón Para… Sufrir - Parte 8 Series

    Contributed by Joshua Pinto on Aug 11, 2005
    based on 13 ratings
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    ¿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

  • Ray Ellis avatar

    "How Can A Loving God Allow The Suffering Of Good People?”

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Sep 27, 2005
    based on 23 ratings
     | 5,377 views

    This sermon addressed the suffering people experienced following the 9-11-01 terrorist attack in New York and Washington, DC.

    “How Can A Loving God Allow the Suffering of Good People?” I Peter 4:12-19 This past week has been a time of suffering for many people in America. Evil hearts resulted in killing friends and family members in San Francisco and Sacramento. Evil hearts planned for months to strike at the heart of ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Stephen Smarowsky avatar

    Persecution Series

    Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Dec 11, 2007
    based on 30 ratings
     | 16,103 views

    The believer’s suffering is in the will of God. Do not be supprised and rejoice!

    PREPERATION OUTLINE INTRODUCTION: If you would like to follow along with me, I will be reading a passage out of 1Peter 4:12-19. Before I do, I’d like to give a brief couple of facts about Peter’s life. Peter was a fisherman, businessman and an Apostle. The Apostle Peter became a disciple ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Smith avatar

    Suffering For Doing The Right Thing Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Oct 14, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 12,994 views

    A call to do the right thing even when that choice brings suffering. Just as Christ was willing to suffer for our good, we should be willing suffer for doing good toward others.

    INTRODUCTION A. Every Christian who lives a godly life experiences a certain amount of persecution. - A Teenager is shunned for being a Christian. (Peer Pressure, sex, cheating,) - An Employee may not advance if not willing to take advantage of another. - An Individual may not be invited to a party ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Harper avatar

    "Trusting God In The Midst Of Suffering”

    Contributed by John Harper on Nov 11, 2008
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     | 5,227 views

    When you suffer know that the Lord is watching, and He will turn it around for good

    I Peter 4:12-19 October 8, 2008 Pastor John L. Harper “Trusting God in the midst of suffering” I. (vs. 12-13) Suffering Should be Considered as a Reason for Joy A. Don’t be surprised 1. Like something is strange and abnormal 2. When a fiery trial comes upon you B. Don’t Grumble, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Chad Bolfa avatar

    How Can I Rejoice While Suffering? Series

    Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Nov 24, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,697 views

    Peter is going to challenge us to keep five important facts in mind as they pertain to rejoicing while suffering. We will answer the question today, “How can I rejoice while suffering?”

    How can I rejoice while Suffering? 1 Peter 4:12-19 Introduction Dr. Adrian Rogers has said that “A faith not worth testing is a faith that is not worth trusting.” It is a simple fact that no one is immune from pain and suffering in this life. Whether we are rich or poor, educated or unlearned, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Monty Newton avatar

    Anticipatory Pain And Suffering Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 15, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,525 views

    Christians may experience pain and suffering just because we are Christians... and knowing that, we prepare for it.

    Title: Anticipatory Pain and Suffering Text: I Peter 4:12-19 Thesis: Christians may experience pain and suffering just because we are Christians. The Series: This is the sixth message in a Lenten Series: Knowing Christ through Pain and Suffering. The Apostle Paul wrote, I want to know ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational