Sermons about Despite Circumstances

What Will It Take For You To Really Believe?

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 10, 2008

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What circumstances must happen to make you really trust God to take care of you?

Introduction: Elijah had been fed by ravens and drank from the brook. Then the ravens quit coming, and the brook had no water. Now he was told to go find a widow, and she would feed him. God sent a prophet to the widow. In our text, the prophet faces another difficult trial of faith. Elijah ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-24

Denomination: Baptist

Who Do You Say That I Am?

Contributed by Matthew Atkins on May 5, 2005

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The central question in life, in the church, in every circumstance is - "Who do we say that Jesus is."

According to Hegessipus, an early Christian historian - Peter, having been urged to flee by the Christians in Rome, was on his way out of that violent city, when he saw a vision of Jesus. Peter asked the Lord where He was going and the Lord told him that He was on His way to be crucified again. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-29

Denomination: Holiness

God Shall Supply

Contributed by C. Scott Ghan on Aug 2, 2005

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In whatever circumstance we should find ourselves in, God will supply all our needs.

TITLE: God Shall Supply 080105b TEXT: Philippians 4:11-19 11I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:11-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Anna

Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Aug 19, 2005

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Why did Anna succeed under adverse circumstances and become a prominent figure in the Christmas story?

“Anna” A study of Anna, the prophetess, as recorded in Luke 2:36-38, is a wonderful way to start the New Year. Although she is part of the Christmas story, the truths she lived out are an inspiration and model for us to follow as we consider the New Year and all the opportunities it holds. I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:36-38

Denomination: Baptist

The Big Finish Series

Contributed by David Asch on Nov 21, 2005

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You never know what circumstance or what person God will use to accomplish something extraordinary…

THE BIG FINISH Ruth 4:13-22 INTRO: At a young age, George Herman Ruth was left at St. Mary’s Industrial School, where he met brother Matthias. It was there that “Babe” Ruth learned about baseball. [Clip from The Babe] You never know what circumstance or what person God will use to accomplish ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:13-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Life Of Hope Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Sep 17, 2007

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The hope that God has given to us can fill us with joy even in the worst of circumstances.

The other day I watched some video of the 2004 World Series (won by my Boston Red Sox). When I watched that game live, I was very nervous (many times I had to turn the channel when Boston was in the field). The Red Sox hadn’t won the World Series in 85 years. But now I can calmly watch because I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

First Person Imperative

Contributed by Guy Caley on Nov 24, 2002

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The psalmist, David, commands himself to give praise to the Lord and we should too, in every circumstance.

Today you get a linguistics lesson. Those of you who come here all the time know that I don’t stand up here and pontificate on Greek participles and Hebrew verbs every week. First I’m not smart enough, second it’s boring. But today you’re going to hear about Hebrew verbs, because it’s essential ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Obeying God In Spite Of The World

Contributed by Kevin Shelton on Nov 4, 2008

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Learn to trust GOD in spite of our circumstances, and obey his word, just like Noah.

Obeying GOD in spite of the World Genesis 6:1-8 1And it came to pass, when men began to multiply on the face of the earth, and daughters were born unto them, 2That the sons of God saw the daughters of men that they were fair; and they took them wives of all which they chose. 3And the LORD ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Standing Around The Cross Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 30, 2006

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Will consider the different attitudes and circumstances of the people who are detailed at the scene of the crucifixion, especially the penitent thief

1. Title: Standing Around The Cross 2. Text: Matthew 27:32-50; Mark 15:20-47; *Luke 23:26-56, John 19:16-40 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM crowd, 4-9-06, 3rd in the series “Walk To The Cross” 4. Objectives: -for the people to consider the different attitudes and circumstances ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Celebrating Christmas Series

Contributed by Olorunnisola Oni on Dec 30, 2006

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This sermon tells us that irrespective of our situations and circumstances, the Lord has a message for us at Christmas.

Topic: Celebrating Christmas Text: Math. 2: 11, Lk. 2: 8-20. By: Pastor Dr. ‘Sola Oni, Houston South Foursquare Church, Houston, TX 77072 Introduction: Christmas means different things to different people. To some it means a time of giving and receiving, to others, it is a time of decorating, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Speaking The Truth In Love - Loving The Unbeliever Series

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Jul 17, 2013

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The best witnesses for Jesus to an unbelieving world are followers who hold on to what they believe in every circumstance

You know the game where one person stands in front of a group of people and says, “Simon says raise your hand,” and everybody raises their hands. “Simon says raise your other hand,” and everybody raises their other hand. Well the world is like Simon and many are doing ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Three That Will Set You Free

Contributed by Ron Theis on Jul 9, 2010

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How Faith Hope and Love will set the believer free to live a wonderful life in spite of circumstances.

THE THREE THAT WILL SET YOU FREE 1 Cor. 13:13 INTRO A. How many of us gathered here today would agree that our life is too complicated? 1. Is it just me or does it seem like we are spending most of our time running in fast forward? a. Running here, running there…never seeming like we have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:13

Denomination: Baptist

Living With Certainty In An Uncertain Time

Contributed by Wayne Searls on Jan 12, 2009

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PROPOSITION: To motivate the hearer to embrace the possibilities that God places before them no matter the circumstances of their lives.

No Matter What The Future Brings Your Way … I. REMEMBER THAT EVERYTHING YOU DO WILL HAVE AN OUTCOME v9. What profit has the worker from that in which he labors? Galatians 6:7-8 (NKJV) Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap. 8For he who sows to his ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-11

Denomination: Nazarene

David The Caveman Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 9, 2009

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There is much that we can learn from the way David reacts to his circumstances in the cave of Adullam.

Introduction: A. I thought we would start with a little humor from some cartoons I came across this week. 1. “Peter finds his faith much stronger in the winter.” Walking on the water is nothing if the water is frozen! 2. “Another Eskimo baptism gone bad.” The preacher should have kept his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Un:familiar Series

Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Dec 11, 2008

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Part 3 of "Christmas UN:wrapped" Even in the midst of unfamiliar and confusing circumstances, God is at work

THE POINT: Even in the most confusing and unfamiliar ways…GOD is at work! ME Part of what makes the Christmas season so meaningful for many of us is the familiarity. We like things to be the same way every year… We are FAMILIAR with the story. We are FAMILIAR with the decorations. We are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

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