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  • Jim Butcher avatar

    Shouldn’t We Put Family First?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 20, 2013
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     | 8,097 views

    A look at the difficult passages where Jesus calls us to "hate" our families. Why would He ask something like that?

    IT SOUNDS GOOD AND RIGHT: “Family first.” - “Family first” comes naturally for us because it’s so easy to love your family more than anything. - Sure, they aggravate us sometimes, but they are our deepest earthly relationships. When a family is as it should be, they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When The Walls Are Broken Down, Pray! Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 14, 2014
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     | 9,109 views

    Nehemiah's reaction to the bad news he hears is a great example for us about what to do when we face difficult circumstances.

    Introduction: A. Have you ever had someone deliver you some news saying, “I’ve got some good news and some bad news, which do you want first?” B. Here are a few “Good news/bad news” items for preachers. 1. Good News: You baptized seven people today in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Funeral For Stillbirth

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 26, 2013
     | 6,669 views

    I have had to do some difficult funeral sermons, but the death of a stillborn was new to me. Here is an outline that may be of help to you.

    1. We assemble today to comfort the stillbirth of this baby boy. 2. We know that there is pain, anxiety, grief and loss within this group. 3. Please know that the folks who have gathered with you are here to comfort and encourage you in this difficult time. I. `Today There are Many Unanswered ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Living In This Present World

    Contributed by Martin Holland on May 24, 2012
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     | 9,544 views

    Everyday it gets more difficult to live a godly life in this present world. Paul instructs Titus as he lived in a similar society for a while.

    Why? Understanding Life Events (II) 2 Kings 5 6-7 -09 Intro Isa 55:8-9 ¡§¡¥For My thoughts are not your thoughts, Nor are your ways My ways,¡¦ says the LORD. ¡¥For as the heavens are higher than the earth, So are My ways higher than your ways, And My thoughts than your thoughts.¡¦¡¨ Last Sunday ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Seven Signs Of Pride In Your Life Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 25, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,342 views

    It's difficult to see pride in yourself. This message identifies seven areas where our pride often rears its ugly head.

    - Few people will admit to being proud. It’s difficult thing to see in yourself. - In our passage for this morning (James 4:6), it tells us that God opposes the proud. That’s worth stopping to ponder: God sets Himself against such people. God will actively work against the proud. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Trouble Comes Along Series

    Contributed by David Lodwig on Sep 23, 2015
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     | 6,092 views

    Gideon serves as a voice for people living in conflict with God. Verse 13 is a perfect example of a human mindset when life gets difficult.

    Break the Cycle: Trouble Comes Along Text: Judges 3:7-11 Big Idea: As we repeat the cycles of our lives, they are often defined by the trouble that we encounter. Trouble is unavoidable, and it is related directly to our tendency to wander away from God. INTRO • Have you ever found yourself ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Great Opportunity Lurks When The Stones Are Flying

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 20, 2014
     | 5,985 views

    Can we see a difference in dedication and commitment? What will we do when we face difficult situations? The rocks are flying? Duck?

    THE GREATEST OPPORTUNITY TO BE A REAL TEST OF RELIGION IS WHEN THE STONES ARE FLYING STAND STILL. HOW CAN I STAND STILL... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. THE CHICKEN AND THE PIG WERE TRYING TO DECIDE WHAT TO HAVE FOR BREAKFAST... THE CHICKEN SAID I VOTE FOR BACON AND ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Deny Ourselves? Take Up The Cross? Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Sep 27, 2011
     | 7,399 views

    This message is the sixth in a series that deals with some of the difficult sayings of Jesus. This message examines the meaning of denying yourself and taking up your cross.

    Sacrifice is a word that has the ability to send shivers down the spines of the majority of us. Of course Christians have reconciled themselves to the idea that this is a part of following Jesus. I would venture to say that our understanding of the concept of sacrifice is much different than ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Generation Of Gripers

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 15, 2022
     | 1,162 views

    When things get difficult and discouraging, many will begin to whine, murmur, and complain. This is what the Israelites did throughout their journey through the wilderness.

    When things get difficult and discouraging, many will begin to whine, murmur, and complain. This is what the Israelites did throughout their journey through the wilderness. If they had only listened and obeyed God, they would not have been in the predicament that they were in. God had to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Peace That Passes Understanding

    Contributed by Terence D. Engler on Dec 3, 2021
     | 4,081 views

    I prepared this message as part of a Series for Advent, and this one really ministered to me the peace of God for these difficult days in which we live.

    “PEACE THAT PASSES UNDERSTANDING” PT. 2 “ADVENT 2021” Phil. 4.6-7 One of the lasting, profound emotions that Christmas evokes in my life is that of peace; I’m not sure whether it’s the stillness of a late-night recounting of the Christmas story, the stillness of a cold, wintry night, or the peace ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Even If

    Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Nov 20, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 20,024 views

    Sometimes when circumstances are difficult, it can be tough to keep the faith. But God desires that we trust in Him—even if our prayers are not answered.

    EVEN IF "16 Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego answered and said to the king, “O Nebuchadnezzar, we have no need to answer you in this matter. 17 If that is the case, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and He will deliver us from your hand, O king. 18 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Steve Ely avatar

    Simple - Pt. 1 - Disciples? Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 17, 2019
     | 5,826 views

    Jesus confronted the complex. His message was and is simple. Let’s get back to the basics He taught us! Why make it difficult?

    Disciples? I. Introduction Some things are complex and complicated. Rubix Cubes. Algebra. Or maybe better said . . . math. Why people in horror movies go into barns, cellars. Why people in action moves never take the gun of the person they disarm when there are more bad guys to face. Women. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Simple - Pt. 2 - Study Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 17, 2019
     | 4,636 views

    Jesus confronted the complex. His message was and is simple. Let’s get back to the basics He taught us! Why make it difficult?

    Study I. Introduction Some things are complex and complicated. Politics. The sport called Cricket. Defining the word “the”. The human brain. Cats. However, faith was never supposed to be complex or confusing. Man has this propensity to make things harder than they should be. When Jesus arrives on ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Simple - Pt. 3 - Pray Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 17, 2019
     | 2,720 views

    Jesus confronted the complex. His message was and is simple. Let’s get back to the basics He taught us! Why make it difficult?

    Pray I. Introduction Some things are complex and complicated. Tax Code. The scoring in boxing. Relationships. The fascination with pumpkin spice! However, faith was never supposed to be complex or confusing. Man has this propensity to make things harder than they should be. When Jesus arrives on ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Simple - Pt. 4 - Worship Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 17, 2019
     | 3,577 views

    Jesus confronted the complex. His message was and is simple. Let’s get back to the basics He taught us! Why make it difficult?

    Worship I. Introduction Some things are complex and complicated. People's choice in music (Bob Dylan). The cloud (all this stuff up there somewhere and somehow we can access at will). Commitment to soap operas and reality shows. Oklahoma weather. However, faith was never supposed to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal