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  • Joe W. Theus avatar

    The Day Of Prosperity And Adversity

    Contributed by Joe W. Theus on Aug 5, 2011
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     | 7,076 views

    To encourage beliver's in spiritual prosperity

    Text: Ecclesiastes 7:14 The writer intends to instruct us regarding understanding prosperity and adversity in the light of spirituality. Prosperity is no indication of spiritual accomplishments, neither is adversity a sure sign of spiritual failure in life. Beware of teachings of prosperity and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Character During Adversity Series

    Contributed by J.d. Tutell on May 31, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 14,562 views

    The character of Paul is revealed as his stands trial before the high priest who reveals he already has deemed Paul guilty.

    If you ever testify in court, you might wish you could have been as sharp as this policeman. He was being cross-examined by a defense attorney during a felony trial. The lawyer was trying to undermine the policeman’s credibility.... Q: "Officer -- did you see my client fleeing the scene?" A: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Consistency In Times Of Adversity Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Nov 2, 2014
    based on 18 ratings
     | 22,311 views

    A sermon examining the importance of remaining steadfast in your faith in the midst of trying times.

    CONSISTENCY IN TIMES OF ADVERSITY Acts 5:21-32 (Antioch Baptist Church: Wednesday, November 11th, 2025) We love to hear stories about our persecuted brothers and sisters who stand firm in their faith even if it costs them their possessions, positions, power, or prosperity. We celebrate the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Deal With Adversity

    Contributed by David Tack on Sep 1, 2013
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     | 5,460 views

    Have you ever heard the boys with the most toys wins? Amazing how the world can contort things from God-centered fact to self-proclaiming malarkey! This morning I want to look at an ancient account of the suffering of Job and contextualize some of its components into today’s world!

    Job 1: How to Handle Adversity Have you ever heard the boys with the most toys wins? Amazing how the world can contort things from God-centered fact to self-proclaiming malarkey! This morning I want to look at an ancient account of the suffering of Job and contextualize some of its components ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Adversity Turns The Tide.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 29, 2021
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    We dream of zero gravity. We imagine what life would be without any problems, or issues or challenges....

    Adversity Turns The Tide. Daniel 3:23-30NLT We dream of zero gravity. We imagine what life would be without any problems, or issues or challenges. Did you know that astronauts that spend any length of time in zero gravity experience serious medical complications? Without any resistance, they lose ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Stand Firm In Adversity Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 18, 2024
     | 1,725 views

    Life a life worthy of the Gospel. Stand firm in our faith. Be prepared to suffer for Christ.

    Phil 1:27-30 STAND FIRM IN ADVERSITY Phil 1:27-30 27Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are (1) standing firm in one spirit, (2) with one mind striving side by side for ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    02 Joy In Adversity Series

    Contributed by Seth Lawson on Feb 17, 2025
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     | 593 views

    Bottom Line: Joy flourishes when Christ is exalted, even in the face of hardship.

    Last week, we began a new series through Paul’s letter to the Church at Philippi. The Book of Philippians shows what it means to live with defiant joy. And here’s what I mean by that: “defiant joy” is a joy that stands firm regardless of what life throws our way. Even in his imprisonment, Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Faith In Times Of Adversity

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 16, 2025
     | 1,010 views

    Has your faith ever wavered during times of severe adversity? This message is about how our response to adverse times can strengethen our relationship with Christ.

    Faith In Times Of Adversity Scriptures: Hebrews 11:1; Proverbs 18:21; Genesis 45:3-8 Hebrews 11:1 from the Amplified Bible says, “Now faith is the assurance (title deed, confirmation) of things hoped for (divinely guaranteed), and the evidence of things not seen [the conviction of their ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Victory In The Face Of Adversity Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 24, 2025
     | 333 views

    Adversity is a part of life, and even the strongest believers face trials and opposition. However, God has not left us defenceless. In the midst of challenges, there is a divine assurance that we are more than conquerors through Christ.

    VICTORY IN THE FACE OF ADVERSITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 8:35-39 Supporting Texts: 2 Corinthians 4:8-10, Psalm 34:19, Isaiah 43:2, John 16:33 INTRODUCTION: Adversity is a part of life, and even the strongest believers face trials and opposition. However, God has not left us ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Faith Through Adversity

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Nov 14, 2022
     | 1,768 views

    A sermon for the Sunday following Pentecost, Year C, Lectionary 33

    November 13, 2022 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson 2 Thess. 3:6-13; Luke 21:5-19 Faith through Adversity Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. On Tuesday mornings I enjoy chapel with the Rachel’s Place day care children. One ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Standing Firm In Adversity Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 2, 2019
     | 10,488 views

    We stand firm and do the work of God, not discouraged by ridicule, intimidation and threats, because God is with us and we are doing God's will.

    Last week we saw the beautiful picture of the people of God coming together to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem – people of different skills and occupations, young and old, men and women – all having to stop their usual work and take up the work of God. • There is unity in the diversity. Never mind ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Finding Strength In Adversity SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,450 views

    God used Peninnah's provocation of Hannah to push her towards her victory

    The story of Elkanah and his family, as depicted in the book of 1 Samuel, reveals significant lessons for us. Elkanah had two wives, Peninnah and Hannah. Peninnah had children, while Hannah desperately longed for a child. Despite facing provocation from Peninnah, Hannah's faith and favor with God ...read more

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    Thrive Amid Adversity

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 9, 2021
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     | 6,971 views

    Adversity has always been a part of our human experience. The challenges of life faced properly can help us grow. Maintaining faith in God helps us solve problems and overcome adversity.

    Introduction: The Righteous can thrive in adversity because they understand several principles. Adversity has always been a part of our human experience. The challenges of life faced properly can help us grow. Maintaining faith in God helps us solve problems and overcome adversity. Have you ever ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Benefits Of Baptism

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,203 views

    In our present busy existence it is easy to forget the significance of believer’s baptism. Baptism is the outward manifestation of an internal spiritual reality. Whereas Paul’s conversion was completely initiated by Divine intervention, his baptism integr

    1. In our present busy existence it is easy to forget the significance of believer’s baptism. Baptism is the outward manifestation of an internal spiritual reality. Whereas Paul’s conversion was completely initiated by Divine intervention, his baptism integrated him with the entire life of other ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Benefits Of Controversy

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 50 ratings
     | 4,711 views

    The Spirit taught Paul and Barnabas how controversy may produce many benefits for individuals and the church. When some believing Pharisees said, "It is necessary to circumcise the Gentiles and to direct them to observe the Law of Moses."

    Illustration: Paul wrote, "My grace is sufficient for you. Therefore I rejoice in weakness, in insults, and hardships. So that your faith does not rest on the wisdom of men, but on the power of God." (2 Cor. 12:9,10) Illustration: Lord, deliver me from the lust of vindicating myself. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational