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  • Ken Harris avatar

    "God Sees And God Cares"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Aug 12, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 6,687 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers which are dealing with depression OR feeling discouraged to affirm to others that GOD sees, their adversities, and He will make the necessary provisions for them.

    13 August 2006 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Presidio of Monterey (ORD Military Chapel) Monterey California, 93940 BIG IDEA: DISCOURAGED BELIEVERS, while in the midst of their crisis, need to affirm to others that GOD sees, their adversities, and He will make the necessary provisions for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Let Nehemiah Teach You How To Handle Criticism

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 13, 2006
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,219 views

    If we are not mature enough for criticism we are too immature for praise. Adverse criticism from a wise man is more to be desired than the enthusiastic approval of the unwise.

    Let Nehemiah Teach You How to Handle Criticism "Do not mind criticism. If it is untrue, disgregard it. If it is unfair, do not allow it to get under your skin. If it is misinformed, refute it. If it is ignorant smile and be bigger than the critic. If it is justified, learn from it." "Adversity ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Mercy

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Oct 26, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,041 views

    Job discovered through all the adversity in his life that what he really needed wasn’t some thing but some one. That someone was God.

    Job 42: 1 – 6 – Mercy Intro: The story is told of a Welsh woman living in a remote valley in Wales. She went to a great deal of trouble to have electrical power installed in her home. The electric company noticed her use of electricity was minuscule. A meter reader was dispatched to check on ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    I Am The Bread Of Life Series

    Contributed by Allan Kircher on Mar 28, 2012
     | 7,753 views

    Sometimes what we need is a little adversity. Sometimes it will be lack, or loss, or disappointment that will cause us to be grateful for what we’ve been given

    I Am, the Bread of Life Date: March 25, 2012 Scripture: John 6:30-35, 47-51 Introduction Have you ever been hungry-I mean REALLY hungry? I remember being/hospital/years ago/Part/treatment involved my not being allowed to eat or drink for several days with my only sustenance coming from IV ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Gethsemane Experience Series

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 5, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,717 views

    The sermon delves into the profound emotional and spiritual turmoil experienced by individuals during times of extreme adversity, drawing parallels to the biblical story of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane.

    The Gethsemane Experience Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46 Introduction: The sermon delves into the profound emotional and spiritual turmoil experienced by individuals during times of extreme adversity, drawing parallels to the biblical story of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane. Reflection The ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Expected Things PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 30, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 819 views

    This sermon encourages us to maintain unwavering hope in God's promises, recognize His unseen beauty, and hold onto our expectations even in times of adversity.

    Good morning, dear friends. It's a joy to gather together, to share in the warmth of fellowship and the light of God's Word. We are, each one of us, like travelers on a road, not always certain of the destination, but confident in the One who guides us. It's a road that stretches out before us, ...read more

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    No Room PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 8, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,032 views

    Encourages believers to harbor hope, harness God's love, and honor Him through actions, even amidst life's adversities, guided by Christ's humble beginnings.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. We gather here today, not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters united under the banner of Christ's love. We're here to share in the word of the Lord, to find solace in His teachings, and to fortify our faith in the face of life's trials and tribulations. ...read more

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    A Second Time PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,309 views

    This sermon explores trusting God in difficult times, by heeding His call, harnessing His grace, and maintaining unwavering faith, even in the face of adversity. Key

    Good morning, beloved family of God. As we gather today, let us remember the words of the great Christian author, Charles Spurgeon, who said, "To trust God in the light is nothing, but trust him in the dark - that is faith." Today, we are going to look at the heart of this faith, the kind of faith ...read more

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    Two Perplexing Questions

    Contributed by Larry Soblotne on Nov 28, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,078 views

    When adversity strikes in our lives we usually have two questions: "why is this happening to me" and "why don’t the unsaved seem to have any problems"?

    TWO PERPLEXING QUESTIONS TEXT: Job 1:6-22, 2:1-10 & Psalm 73:1-28 PROPOSITION: We need to trust the Lord in all of life’s circumstances. INTRODUCTION: This week I heard of a man from Jordan, a Christian who came to the United States, went through seminary, even got his doctor’s degree in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Thank You Lord, For The Thorns That Hurt Us

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Nov 24, 2021
     | 3,844 views

    No true child of God gets out of life without enduring some kind of pain, adversity, discomfort, or suffering. Each encounter we have with the difficulties of life need to be seen as lessons the Sovereign LORD teaches us to rely less on ourselves and more on His wisdom and grace.

    I've spent much time in thought and silent prayer, organizing in my mind and soul on how this message should be presented. I wanted to be certain that what I was about to say would be based primarily upon the Word of God and not merely a repeat of topics that I have covered in previous ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Battles That Hinder Men From Being Lifted

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 4, 2025
     | 165 views

    Every man destined for greatness faces spiritual battles designed to delay or hinder divine lifting, but through faith and warfare prayer, these battles can be conquered.

    BATTLES THAT HINDER MEN FROM BEING LIFTED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 10:12-13 Key Verse: “But the prince of the kingdom of Persia withstood me one and twenty days: but, lo, Michael, one of the chief princes, came to help me…” (Daniel 10:13) Supporting Texts: Psalm 3:1-3; Zechariah ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    It's Too Soon To Quit

    Contributed by Gene Cullum on Dec 8, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 8,868 views

    The Day of Adversity comes to each of us... Becoming a Christian does not guarantee there won’t be Misfortunes or Calamities along the way... (I Don’t Know Where That Idea Comes From.) Becoming a Christian Does Guarantee That Christ Will Be With You In Y

    “IT’S TOO SOON QUIT” ______________________________________________________ Proverbs 24:10-12 "If thou faint in the day of thy adversity, thy strength is small. If thou forbear to deliver them that are drawn unto death, and those that are ready to be slain; 12: If thou sayest, Behold, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Having An Upward Outlook When You're Down Under

    Contributed by Keith Linkous on Sep 19, 2001
    based on 109 ratings
     | 9,369 views

    All of us go through adversities, failures, and dilemmas. But we cannot allow our circumstances to dictate to us what we see. We must let our up-look develop our outlook.

    When he was 7 years old his family was forced out of their home, and he had to go to work to support them. At the age of 9 his mother died. At the age of 22, he lost his job as a store clerk. He wanted to go to law school, but his education was not good enough. At the age of 23, he went into debt ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Is God Hidden? Series

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Nov 17, 2001
    based on 46 ratings
     | 4,857 views

    An exploration of the reasons why God seems hidden when we go through adversity and how we can build our trust in him despite it all.

    Introduction: There are three ancient questions that are as current as this morning’s news. I call them the “Three Questions No One Asks Out Loud.” 1. Is God unfair? 2. Is God silent? 3. Is God hidden? Plunging into these questions is not simply an intellectual exercise. They are vital issues in ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Killer Instinct (Anger) Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Nov 7, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 5,341 views

    Anger is a powerful sin that destroys relationships and adversely affects our relationshipo with God. God invites us not only to control our anger, but to be transformed by the Holy Spirit.

    Proverbs 29:11, James 1:19-21 “Killer Instinct” (Anger) INTRODUCTION Many of the seven deadly sins appear to be harmless at first glance. Pride can be downgraded to simply having an “attitude.” Envy is such a common “sin,” that can’t be all that bad, besides it is what fuels our economy. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran