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  • Louis Bartet avatar

    The Blessed Man: His Journey Series

    Contributed by Louis Bartet on Aug 30, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,764 views

    With a passion for the presence of God burning in his heart and the clarity of his objective in mind, the author of this Psalm describes his pilgrimage to the place of God's presence.

    THE BLESSED MAN: His Journey Psalm 84 (with emphasis on verses 5-7) The author of Psalm 84 expresses the yearnings and prayers of a pilgrim journeying to the dwelling place of God in Jerusalem. His entire being yearns for the presence of God. In his observations, he has observed the sparrow and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Fear Not Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Feb 3, 2017
     | 16,862 views

    When you're in the middle of the devastation of a broken and sin-cursed world, don't be afraid.

    - Alright—serious question…. Who in here is a morning person? o Who is definitely NOT a morning person? - One of the things I’ve learned over the years is that morning people like me can be really annoying to non-morning people. o I think I first learned that lesson when I was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Suffering For Righteousness

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 26, 2020
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     | 8,372 views

    Dealing with trials and adversity are a part of everyone's life - some more than others. We don't enjoy suffering, and yet the Word of God teaches us that we are to rejoice in them and even be happy as we suffer reproach. Peter explains this difficult doctrine in our text.

    Suffering for Righteousness 1 Peter 4: 12-16 Peter had spent considerable time in the preceding verses dealing with Christian character and conduct in the midst of a fallen world. He was well aware of the struggles and persecution many within the church faced. Although they were forced to deal ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mothers In Tight Situations Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 9, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,621 views

    No matter what challenges you face, you can face them in a godly way.

    Mothers in Tight Situations (topical) 1. Contemplating motherhood can makes some of us sentimental: A young man was walking through a supermarket to pick up a few things when he noticed a little old lady following him around. Thinking nothing of it, he ignored her and continued on. Finally he ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Obedient Disobedience

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 7, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,578 views

    Since childhood we know Daniel's story only from his perspective ... God shut the mouths of the lions. Let's reconsider the story from the lions perspective. How frustrating to see a large meal and be unable to eat it. If they don't get Daniel out of ...

    Opening illustration: In 1988, Wally Magdangal was pastoring an underground church in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He was a Filipino lay pastor of Christian foreign workers wishing to gather for worship. In 1992, soon after the conclusion of the Gulf War, the house church had grown to over three hundred ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Hanging On To Heaven When Hell Is On Your Back

    Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 2, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,002 views

    Josiah had everything going against him: horrible parents, no Bible, a defeated and bankrupt nation. But despite his trials, he became the greatest King of Israel, spiritually, even greater than David! You too can beat your problems and rise to do great things!

    HANGING ON TO HEAVEN WHEN HELL IS ON YOUR BACK 2 Chr. 33:1-35:18 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. The King of Egypt decided to modernize his country by putting plumbing in all the buildings. The people were delighted to get indoor running water! 2. To accomplish this, Pharaoh opened a school for ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Endure For The Gospel

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on May 27, 2022
     | 1,720 views

    Using Jeremiah's struggle "not to quit" during a period of frustration, persecution, and exhaustion, we can learn to stand firm in adversity and allow God to empower us to keep living out and proclaiming the Gospel.

    WHEN IT COMES TO OUR FAITH AND ESPECIALLY MINISTERING IN THE NAME OF JESUS CHRIST, IT STILL CAN MAKE US CRINGE, IF NOT BRISTLE INSIDE, WHEN WE HEAR OTHERS DEMAND THAT WE BE MORE TOLERANT, SENSITIVE, PROGRESSIVE AND INCLUSIVE. THE WORLD IS NO DIFFERENT TODAY THAN IT HAS BEEN FOR PAST SOCIETIES, ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    My Faith Looks Up To Thee : Draw Inspiration From God In Times Of Adversity

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Sep 16, 2007
    based on 26 ratings
     | 16,775 views

    THIS SERMON IS ABOUT OUR FAITH LOOKING UP TO GOD AND DRAWING INSPIRATION FROM HIM IN TIMES OF ADVERSITY AND HIGHLIGHTS THE FOLLOWING 1. PASSION 2. PEACE 3. POWER 4. PROTECTION 5. PRESENCE 6. PROMOTION 7. PURPOSE

    MY FAITH LOOKS UP TO THEE : DRAW INSPIRATION FROM GOD IN TIMES OF ADVERSITY ***************************************************************************************** OUTLINE 1. PASSION 2. PEACE 3. POWER 4. PROTECTION 5. PRESENCE 6. PROMOTION 7. PURPOSE THE MESSAGE MY FAITH LOOKS UP TO THEE : ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Hate Mail"

    Contributed by Phil Anderson on May 4, 2004
    based on 60 ratings
     | 13,457 views

    Taking a look at how Hezekiah dealt with adversity and a threat from his "enemy."

    Hate Mail” II Kings 19:9-19 & 32-36 2KI 19:9 Now Sennacherib received a report that Tirhakah, the Cushite king of Egypt, was marching out to fight against him. So he again sent messengers to Hezekiah with this word: 10 "Say to Hezekiah king of Judah: Do not let the god you depend on deceive you ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Sharpening The Focus Of Your Faith Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 27, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,467 views

    In today’s sermon we discover two life-changing responses to adversity.

    Scripture This is the fifth message in my series titled, “Making Sense of Today’s News.” Let us read Habakkuk 3:1-15: 1 A prayer of Habakkuk the prophet. On shigionoth. 2 Lord, I have heard of your fame; I stand in awe of your deeds, O Lord. Renew them in our day, in our time make them known; ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    All For One And One For All Series

    Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Mar 5, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,227 views

    Part of a series in Philippians, we’re encouraged to stand strong together in adversity.

    Illus. Jordan has been enjoying soccer for the past 1 ½ years with other 8-9 year olds. •It’s been an interesting and often enjoyable experience to watch them learn the game. •One thing I enjoy is seeing how the kids react to the ball, especially the goalies. •When a line drive comes, instead of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Paul's Prescription For The Blues”

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jan 29, 2003
    based on 49 ratings
     | 3,528 views

    Paul gives some timely advice on finding joy in the midst of adverse circumstances.

    Remember that ever-present line in the classic Carpenter’s song, “Rainy days and Mondays always get me down”? Why does it seem that life offers us more rainy days and Mondays than clear sunny days? Maybe the reason that they get us down is the fact that they often seem to take us by surprise. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Alone, But Not Forgotten

    Contributed by Charles Thomas Jr. on May 28, 2002
    based on 278 ratings
     | 31,546 views

    Dealing with adverse situations,physically and emotionally, that cause people to feel alone and abandoned.

    ALONE, BUT NOT FORGOTTEN II II Samuel 9:1-13 MAY 19,2002 INTRODUCTION: MANY PEOPLE LIVE IN A STATE OF LONELINESS. PEOPLE WHO ARE BY THEMSELVES, OUT OF THE MAINSTREAM OF SOCIETY WITH NO SOCIAL ACTIVITY OR FRIENDSHIPS OUTSIDE THEMSELVES. THERE ARE A GREAT MANY OTHERS WHO LIVE RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Shield Of Faith: Lessons From Captain America Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 29, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 421 views

    Captain America, known for his unwavering principles, sense of duty, and indestructible shield, Captain America offers us powerful lessons that resonate deeply with our Christian faith. Lets uncover biblical truths about righteousness, resilience, and reliance on God's protection.

    The Shield of Faith: Lessons from Captain America Introduction Today, I want to share with you a message inspired by an iconic superhero—Captain America. Known for his unwavering principles, sense of duty, and indestructible shield, Captain America offers us powerful lessons that resonate deeply ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Trials Expected & Conquered

    Contributed by John Gaston on May 28, 2013
    based on 7 ratings
     | 18,455 views

    The worst harm that can come to us, comes when we don't expect it. Believers should never be blindsided by trials. We are going to look at why trials should be expected, that they will not destroy believers, and the secret to conquering trials.

    TRIALS EXPECTED & CONQUERED Isa. 43:1-3 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: “SOMETIMES WE REPEAT MISTAKES” 1. Two men went to Alaska elk hunting. When the small plane came to pick them up, they wanted to load the two Elks into it. 2. The pilot said, "They’re too heavy! If we put them in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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