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    Finding Strength In Adversity SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,545 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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    Finding Hope In God During Tough Times SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,598 views

    This sermon explores how David found hope in God during his difficult times, offering three guiding principles for us to do the same.

    We all need encouragement in our lives, especially during times of crisis, discouragement, uncertainty, stress, or fear. In these moments, it is important to find strength in the Lord. In the story of David, we can learn three principles to guide us in encouraging ourselves in the Lord. David and ...read more

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    A New Song Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,153 views

    Embrace the new year as an opportunity to grow in faith, sing a new song of praise, and impact the lives of others through our decisions and actions.

    So, you know how we all love new stuff, right? New clothes, new gadgets, new experiences. There's just something exciting about starting fresh. Well, a new year is like a blank canvas, full of possibilities. What will this year bring? What will we paint on this canvas? What will be different about ...read more

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    Exhortation To Pastors

    Contributed by Billy Kryger on Jun 22, 2004
    based on 74 ratings
     | 11,032 views

    A message for Pastors.

    INTRODUCTION (Verse 1): 1. “…who am also an elder…” a. Not: Pope, Denominational Head, President of Convention, etc. b. “I know what you’re going through; I’ve been there!” 2. “…and a witness of the sufferings of Christ…” a. Peter spent 3 ½ years with Christ. b. One of the three “favorites”. 3. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When God Doesn't Make Sense

    Contributed by Keith Crouch on Feb 21, 2005
    based on 66 ratings
     | 7,102 views

    This is a message that has to do with following God by faith even if it doesn’t make sense in our flawed earthly sense of thinking.

    When God Doesn’t Make Sense I Kings 17:1-16 I. Go Where God Says Go (v. 1, 3-9) A. Be faithful where God has planted you (v. 1) 1. Be faithful to God when it is popular 2. Be faithful when it is not popular B. Be faithful when it is plentiful and when it is dry (v. 2-7) 1. God is the God of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Father's Day Toolbox

    Contributed by Oris Hubbard on Sep 13, 2002
    based on 71 ratings
     | 21,696 views

    A object lesson for Father’s Day. Not just for children; make it the Father’s Day message.

    A Father’s Day Toolbox Object lesson with each of the following tools. Take each tool out of the toolbox as they are mentioned. Adjustable Wrench - Fathers must be flexible and adaptable to any situation that arises. Eph. 6:4 "And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Special Intelligence Report Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 31, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 5,195 views

    This is the 1st study in the study "War On Terror".

    SPECIAL INTELLIGENCE REPORT Jude 1:1-4 In a time where terrorists and terrorists groups are being hunted down all over this world, we have an appreciation for our Special Intelligence groups. It is through their reports that many terrorists’ attacks can be avoided. Although our Nation is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Complaining

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 10, 2004
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,840 views

    More than once, Israel in her pride tempted God in the wilderness and He had to punish them (Deut. 6:16). But like a stubborn child, the Jews didn’t seem to learn their lesson. Instead of pleasing the Lord who had done so much for them, they provoked Him

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: The Jews had a long record of complaining against the Lord and their leaders. Their murmuring began on the night of the Exodus when they were sure Pharaoh’s Army was going to kill them (Ex. 14:10-14). As Israel entered the wilderness of Shur, they complained because ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Great Commission

    Contributed by Jody Smith on Oct 28, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,115 views

    Why do we get so caught up in the business of the church? Why are we not more involved in carrying out the church’s business?

    Title: The Great Commission Every year within the United Methodist Church, we find ourselves comsummed by the local charge conference. We have our meetings, our disagreements, our nominations, our elections, our budgets and our paperwork. For nearly two solid months, we become consumed with ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Thankful For One Another

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 17, 2002
    based on 35 ratings
     | 4,380 views

    As we praise God for all things, we are not to forget to thank Him for those fellow Christians who provide blessing and strength in our daily lives.

    THANKFUL FOR ONE ANOTHER "I thank my God upon every remembrance of you." Philippians 1:3 No man is "an island" unto himself. Our lives touch many others and the lives of many others touch us. For this reason Paul wrote: "that there should be no division in the body (of Christ), but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Work Of Restoration By Nehemiah

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 3, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,081 views

    This sermon is about the work of restoration accoplished by Nehemiah and the secrets of his success in his mission.

    THE WORK OF RESTORATION BY NEHEMIAH OUTLINE 1. DESOLATION 2. DEVELOPMENT 3. DISTRACTION 4. DEVOTION 5. DELIVERANCE THE MESSAGE THE WORK OF RESTORATION BY NEHEMIAH 1. DESOLATION: Nehemiah.1:3-11. Here Nehemiah is concerned about the desolation of Jerusalem ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Rapture Of The Redeemed

    Contributed by Jamey Stewart on Dec 31, 2002
    based on 60 ratings
     | 7,097 views

    Through this sermon we will uncover the three events we can look forward to during, "The Rapture of The Redeemed."

    Text: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 The Rapture Of The Redeemed Introduction: A. The term, “rapture,” is derived from the Latin word raptus, which means, “caught away” or “caught up.” The Lord word is equivalent to the Greek harpazo, translated as “caught up” in 1 Thessalonians 4:17. The rapture ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Thirsty

    Contributed by Ken Sowers on Nov 11, 2002
    based on 15 ratings
     | 3,447 views

    Creating people who are thirsty for God

    An Arab diplomat visiting the US for the first time was being wined and dined by the State Department. The Grand Emir was unused to the salty American foods Constantly sending his manservant Abdul to fetch him a glass of water. Often, Abdul would scamper off and return with a glass of water, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    My Petition Series

    Contributed by Doug Johnston on Aug 23, 2001
    based on 47 ratings
     | 5,731 views

    Hanna’s example of dedication to God demonstrated through prayer challenges us to pray about the things our heart desires.

    My Petition And she was in bitterness of soul, and prayed to the LORD, and wept sore. 1 Samuel 1:10 Moreover as for me, God forbid that I should sin against the LORD in ceasing to pray for you… 1 Samuel 12:23 Introduction: Hannah was a discouraged woman. She’d been married several years, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Obedience To The Lord

    Contributed by Jamie Wright on Jul 22, 2006
    based on 72 ratings
     | 9,463 views

    Obedience is the key to growth

    Pastor Jamie Wright * MFC * April 2, 2006 AM Read, Pray, Witness and Obey. 4 Essentials, I’ve heard ‘em my entire life. What is it to obey? Obedience- being in agreement (harmony and union) with and submission to another’s authority and rules It is a KEY to unlocking doors in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational