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  • Otis McMillan avatar

    Christians Have Faith That Can Stand Under Pressure

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 9, 2021
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     | 6,973 views

    In fact, growing numbers of people are saying that worry and stress related to coronavirus have negatively impacted their mental health. Regardless of where you think you are going or how you are feeling, James has a word for all those who find themselves in the midst of great trials.

    In this short book of James, 108 verses, James the brother of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Pastor of the first church at Jerusalem address the subject of Christianity from a very practical view. He does not try to debate philosophy and teach doctrinal theology. He simply states in chapter one ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    What Is The Christian's Cup?

    Contributed by Dr. Ronnie Grizzle on Aug 29, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,725 views

    Challenges the Christians to look at his/her "cup" and prepare to drink it ALL.

    What is the Christian’s Cup? Matthew 26:36-42 August 22, 2004 Parkersburg Baptist Church What was this cup that Jesus talked about with His Father? It was a cup that contained all the sin of the world. It was a cup that contained the rejection of His Father. It was a cup that contained a horrific ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hope That Stands In The Storm Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 16, 2011
     | 5,882 views

    Through God’s message of Ephesians 4:13-15, the people of God can have "Hope that Stands in the Storm" though a: 1) Unity of the Faith (Ephesians 4:13a), 2) Knowledge of Christ (Ephesians 4:13b), 3) Spiritual Maturity (Ephesians 4:13c) and 5) Authentic Lo

    Audio Link: http://sermon.net/Kratz/sermonid/2782483/type/audio I was encouraged this week to join a protest against Pepsi co. about a new Pepsi soda can which omits the words "under God" from the American Pledge of Allegiance. This intrigued me for my kids have recently been on a strange Pepsi ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    A Double Minded Person Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 16, 2010
    based on 28 ratings
     | 40,015 views

    This messages attempt to give a picture, the problems, and the prescription for the double-minded.

    Double-Minded James 1:8 • One day a man was asked if he thought ignorance and apathy played a part in the condition of our culture today. He responded, “I don’t know and don’t care.” • This past week I read this story; two men who lived in a small village got ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Heartbroken Prayer That Breeds Results

    Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Mar 15, 2025
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     | 411 views

    When we are forced into the middle of difficult scenarios, prayer should be our first option.

    TROUBLE COMES 1 Samuel 1:10 first tells us that Hannah was deeply distressed. Other translations describe her as having bitterness of soul, being greatly distressed, crushed in soul, and in deep anguish. This could be described further as being in a mental state of great, intense distress. It is ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Dr. Jerry Hulse avatar

    "finding God's Presence In Your Suffering."

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Sep 29, 2025
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    As we journey through life, we inevitably encounter moments of pain, heartbreak, and struggles. Yet, what if these experiences, far from being signs of God's absence, are actually evidence of His deep presence and transformative power, that can lead us to a brighter future.

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (1 Peter 4:12-13) [12] Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you: [13] But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ's ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Christian's Highest Honor

    Contributed by Noah Martinez on Mar 6, 2010
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     | 2,681 views

    One of the greatest shocks a saint will ever know is to realize that other saints can be cruel. A shattering realization. As terrible as this is, full recovery is possible! Even better, some have more than recovered, they were able to minister to others.

    THE HIGHEST HONOR ISAIAH 53 10 One of the greatest shocks a saint will ever know is to realize that other saints can be cruel. A shattering realization. I would even go as far as to say this can be more damaging and even more painful than loosing a loved one. Some Christians will never recover. ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Christian Life Is A Battlefield

    Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Apr 2, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 14,630 views

    The walk of the Christian is a walk of warfare. We face battles on every hand. In this Lesson I want you to see the importance of faith and prayerful support on the battlefield of life.

    Mayor Gerardo Balmori The Salvation Army INTRODUCTION: The walk of the Christian is a walk of warfare. We face battles on every hand. In this Lesson I want you to see the importance of faith and prayerful support on the battlefield of life. I. THEY LEARNED THAT A TRIAL OFTEN COMES AFTER A ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Christian View Of War

    Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Oct 4, 2018
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     | 3,147 views

    Determining the Christian's relationship to war by looking at the Bible and Church History

    Annual Sermons 18-19: Vol. 5: 1991 Bob Marcaurelle THE CHRISTIAN VIEW OF WAR (2009 Condensed) Copyright 2009 by Bob Marcaurelle homeorchurchbiblestudy.com bob marcaurelle Is war right? Is it moral? Can it be Christian or endorsed by God? If a Christian goes to war, should he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christianity Centers In Christ Series

    Contributed by Donald Minshew on Jul 17, 2007
     | 2,992 views

    Describes how Christ is the central point to our belief system

    Christianity centers in Christ! Colossians 2:16-23 1. Christians follow Christ, not men’s rules. Contexually: Jewish legal system. Not under law…and we’ve never been under it. Make our own rules: Great ones for making rules. Not so good at making them. Florida: The state constitution allows ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hope For Every Christian Series

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Oct 12, 2010
     | 4,898 views

    Have you noticed that Christians seem like some of the saddest people on earth? Why is that? Is it because they don’t have as much ‘fun’ as the world? Is it because they are under the guilt of not living up to the perfection of Jesus? I don’t think so…

    Have you noticed that Christians seem like some of the saddest people on earth? Why is that? Is it because they don’t have as much ‘fun’ as the world? Is it because they are under the guilt of not living up to the perfection of Jesus? I don’t think so… When a person ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Troubles Come Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 28, 2013
     | 6,702 views

    "Faith" is the very quality of life that Jesus smiled upon and God rewards, but what does a life of faith look like in real life?

    When Troubles Come Series: Real Faith (Book of James) Brad Bailey – June 23, 2013 Intro I've found in recent years...that the more iI get to hear someone's story...the more amazed I am about the challenges people have risen up through in their lives. Everyone has a story... a story that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Cesar Verdeflor avatar

    Role Model Christians Series

    Contributed by Cesar Verdeflor on Apr 30, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,233 views

    Are you a model Christian? Are you passing on to someone what your pastor and before them has passed on to you? Is it about naming a street after you or is it about making known to others the blessed name of our Lord Jesus Christ?

    THE ROLE MODEL CHRISTIANS (1Thessalonians 1:2-10) IN THIS DAY AND AGE WHEN THERE IS HIGH INTEREST in the subject of prophecy and the end times, that Christians would view the Thessalonian letters as reference for eschatology. When Christians talk about the doctrine of the Second Coming of Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Thomas McCracken avatar

    A Christian? What's That?!

    Contributed by Thomas Mccracken on Mar 6, 2012
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,243 views

    According to surveys and statistics, revealed by Christianity Today, 85% of the American population is Christian and 99% of Mexico's population is Christian. I have been to both countries and can understand why some folks are confused with these percenta

    A Christian? What’s that?! I Peter 1:22-25 Introduction: According to surveys and statistics, revealed by Christianity Today, 85 percent of the American populous is Christian. Even more amazing is a recent survey that shows Mexico to be 99 percent Christian. I have been to both countries ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christian Attributes (Acronym)

    Contributed by Joshua Hetrick on Aug 11, 2009
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     | 13,228 views

    An acronym of the word Christian

    The Attributes of a Christian C. Commitment, Romans 6:16 Fifty-six men signed the Declaration of Independence. Their conviction resulted in untold sufferings for themselves and their families. Of the 56 men, five were captured by the British and tortured before they died. Twelve had their homes ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ