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  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    From Experience = Living And Coping With Injustice And Hurt - (Fourth And Last Part) – Guidelines And Conclusion – (The Retribution Of God – Part 9 In The Series) Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 25, 2023
     | 1,021 views

    This is the final posting in the series. Practical coping strategies continue, looking at the mind and physical activity and the whole matter of self-esteem. The subject is The Retribution of God and we covered many aspects. God bless you all.

    FROM EXPERIENCE = LIVING AND COPING WITH INJUSTICE AND HURT - (FOURTH and LAST PART) – GUIDELINES AND CONCLUSION – (THE RETRIBUTION OF GOD – PART 9 IN THE SERIES) [10]. WATCH YOUR SELF ESTEEM The bible warns us not to think of ourselves more highly than we ought to, but we must not allow ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Authentic Servants Of God Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 3, 2023
     | 2,053 views

    Paul took us on a look at the message of the Gospel, its messengers, ministry and our trust in the Master of the work of the Gospel. He helped us understand the endurance we need, the character and nature of the ministry.

    2 Cor 6:3-13 Authentic Servants of God Paul has been writing in answer to his critics and in defence of his ministry. • This was necessary because false teachers had sown discord among them, challenging Paul’s authority, questioning his motive in ministry and casting doubt on his character. • Why ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Traveling Through This World Of Sorrow

    Contributed by Russell (Rusty) Pruitt on Nov 3, 2024
     | 650 views

    This world has always been a dangerous place for Christians. In John 15 Jesus said the world would hate His followers

    TRAVELING THROUGH THIS WORLD OF SORROW TEXT: PSALM 20:1-2; 7 INTRODUCTION: The song, “I Want to Know More About My Lord,” was written by Lee Roy Abernathy. I believe David, who wrote Psalm 20, would relate to this song. The first verse says, “While traveling through this world of sorrow, I’m on my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sermon # 22 - Find Your Strength In God Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on May 23, 2025
     | 516 views

    Through all the trial and hardships that came to David, he persevered because he found strength in the Lord and walked in His ways. If we too can recall God’s faithfulness and pray fervently, there will be nothing we need fear, because the Lord will stand by us to deliver us from all our troubles.

    We read in Psalm 84:5, “Blessed is the man whose strength is in You; Your ways are in their hearts.” (LITV) We are blessed when God is our strength If one were to ask the question, ‘Who is a blessed person or one who is blessed by God?’ the answer can be found in the above mentioned verse. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    When Your Promise Dies PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024
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     | 929 views

    This sermon encourages trust in God's promises and the growth of faith, even in challenging times, through the wisdom found in 2 Kings 4:14-37.

    Welcome, brothers and sisters in Christ, to this gathering of hearts and minds, united in our shared love for our Savior and our shared desire to grow closer to Him. Today, we find ourselves standing at the foot of a mountain of wisdom, ready to ascend, not by our own strength, but by the grace and ...read more

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    "Joseph In Potiphar's House" Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 5, 2002
    based on 88 ratings
     | 30,179 views

    Taming temptation

    "Joseph in Potiphar’s House" -Pastor Bob Leroe Joseph moves from the status of favorite son to slave; yet we hear no cry of despair, no accusation or complaint from him. His silence indicates character—he is trusting in God’s higher plan. We’re often quick to accuse God of being unfair or not ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Getting Into Action Series

    Contributed by Jay Patton on Jul 8, 2002
    based on 15 ratings
     | 5,890 views

    Part four of a series on solving problems God’s way. This is a particularly good series for pastor’s/leaders instituting change within a congregation.

    Introduction: New Coke Read Scripture/Pray Background: Nehemiah is headed into unfamiliar territory-four months and 8000 mi. Purpose Statement: to be effective change agents for God it is essential that we... I. Use the authority given you (v. 9) A. Nehemiah went forth in the Kings Name 1. More ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Pattern Of Friendship Series

    Contributed by Kyle Meador on Nov 16, 2001
    based on 130 ratings
     | 11,013 views

    For our children to learn about Biblical friendships, we must model friendship for them. They need to see us involved in friendships where God can strengthen and shape our lives.

    What Parents Owe Their Children: A Pattern of Friendship Everyone needs friends. Our children as they grow make and break friendships. And there have been plenty of sermons and lessons documenting how friendships can break our children. We all want our children to have the right kind of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Success

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 9, 2002
    based on 96 ratings
     | 22,123 views

    God has outlined the formula for success. We need to follow His plan.

    God’s Program for Success Joshua 1:6-8 Introduction: Success is a promise. Success is conditional. God has outlined the conditions for success. I. Strength – Be Strong A. (Ephesians 6:10) "Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might." B. An oak is not felled at one ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Fruit Of The Spirit Is Joy Series

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on May 2, 2004
    based on 42 ratings
     | 6,760 views

    This is the third sermon in the Series on "The Fruit of the Spirit"

    THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT IS JOY—GALATIANS 5:22-26 and Hebrews 12:1-3 I first heard George Fredrick Handel’s “Hallelujah Chorus” from THE MESSIAH when I was in the sixth grade. I had been promoted to the junior high band before the end of my fifth grade year. Now it was December, 1959; I ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Friends Forever

    Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 14, 2003
    based on 64 ratings
     | 4,829 views

    Some characteristics of true friendship as revealed in the word of God.

    September 21, 2002 I. INTRODUCTION: A. Story of David and Jonathan 1. 1 Samuel 20:1-42 2. Story of devotion, faithfulness, bravery, and commitment amidst strife, hatred, and jealousy. 3. David’s lamentation over Jonathan’s death a. 2 Samuel 1:25-26, “How are the mighty fallen in the midst of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

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    How To Overcome Depression

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 27 ratings
     | 5,419 views

    HOW TO OVERCOME DEPRESSION OR DISCOURAGEMENT IN YOUR DEALINGS WITH DIFFICULT PEOPLE Ornery people tend to attract people who are prone to have low self-esteem.

    HOW TO OVERCOME DEPRESSION OR DISCOURAGEMENT IN YOUR DEALINGS WITH DIFFICULT PEOPLE Ornery people tend to attract people who are prone to have low self-esteem. The reasons for this are many and varied, but some people feel secure around a strong leader who gives them a sense of strength, courage ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How God Can Use Struggles For Good

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 54 ratings
     | 8,091 views

    God works all things together for His good and our good - even the worst struggles in life.

    HELPING THE WOUNDED TO SEE HOW GOD CAN USE THEIR STRUGGLES FOR GOOD Illustration; When I hear my friends say they hope their children don’t have to experience the hardships they went through--I don’t agree. Those hardships made us what we are. You can be disadvantaged in many ways, and one way may ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Be Holy, Act Holy

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 11, 2001
    based on 39 ratings
     | 8,604 views

    We are called to be a holy people and we are called to act that way also

    INTRODUCTION READ 2 TIMOTHY 2:20-22 Notice that there are honorable and dishonorable vessels in the same house! The way a vessel becomes honorable or dishonorable is by the way that it is used. (EXAMPLE) WRENCH. (ROMANS 9:21) Sometimes we can do the work of God, or so we think, and not get ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Funeral

    Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Apr 10, 2001
    based on 315 ratings
     | 103,839 views

    Funeral service for an elderly Christian man.

    Funeral.086 Charles Chappell, age 76, Service @ Bayview Baptist Church 4-11-2001 From the pulpit of Bayview Baptist Church, Columbia, SC Prelude Processional: “Rejoice In the Lord, Always” Congregational Hymn: “Majesty” We have gathered here today to praise God, to be a witness of our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist