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  • Jeffrey Stratton avatar

    Hitting The Road Series

    Contributed by Jeffrey Stratton on Nov 14, 2002
    based on 37 ratings
     | 4,048 views

    Learning to become strong for the off-road times of life from 1 Timothy.

    Built Lord Tough Series: Becoming Strong for the Off-road times of Life “Hitting the Road” Paul the apostle is about ready to “Hit the Road.” When we read second Timothy, it should be with a heightened anticipation of what he has to say to Timothy and to us all. These are the last recorded ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Jesus Knew That Adversity Brings Out Either The Best Or The Worst In People

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 84 ratings
     | 17,889 views

    How to look positively at adversity

    The Benefits of Adversity - Gen. 50:20 Illustration: Jesus said, In the world you will have tribulation, but be of good cheer for I have overcome the world. (John 16:33) 1. Jesus knew that adversity is on the outside of a person, an individual’s attitude determines whether one chooses to become ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Out Of The Comfort Zone

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 4, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,873 views

    God is in the business of changing lives, and that means the disruption of our comfort zone. Here is the story of a man whose world was rocked!

    Passage: Acts 10:1-8 Intro: Henry Ford Story, submitted by Jeff Strite 1. change is tough, whoever and whatever is involved. 2. we settle into a comfort zone, where we know everyone and everyone know us 3. we appreciate the known, even if that known is miserable. A known misery is often preferred ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    How God Uses Adversity For Good

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 3, 2003
    based on 59 ratings
     | 6,012 views

    Paul teaches us that “experiences” may come into our life so God can smooth off the rough edges off of our character. The Lord is in the process of fashioning us more into the image of Jesus Christ. He is the potter and we are the clay.

    1. Have you considered all the blessings that are available to you when you hear the word, “No”. Most of us like to get what we want, but are frustrated when we hear somebody say, “No” to our requests. Instead of growing resentful, angry or disillusioned when you come up against denials of your ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Soldier In The Army Of God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 9, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,244 views

    This sermon explores our calling as spiritual soldiers in God's army, our duties in this role, and how to live out this commitment daily.

    Good morning, church family! It's a joy to be together again, isn't it? There's something special about gathering as a community of believers, ready to open up God's Word and let it speak to us. Today, we're going to be talking about something that might feel a bit unusual in a church setting. ...read more

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    Building A Better You

    Contributed by Scott Lefebvre on Oct 12, 2004
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,224 views

    Sometimes the things that are the most painfull are the best for you.

    BUILDING A BETTER YOU Seeing as how we’re four days into the new year, I assume that, like me, you’ve already broken the majority of your New Years Resolutions. Do I have a witness? It’s like, why do I try? I know me. But isn’t it strange the dichotomy that exists inside of us. On the one ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Glimpses Of Grace

    Contributed by Steve Salmon on Jun 19, 2002
    based on 29 ratings
     | 3,289 views

    A Christian attempt to understand the tragedies of 9/11.

    Glimpses of Grace II Corinthians 12:7-10 & I Samuel 4-6 Baltimore Area Men’s Rally March 3, 2002 I live in Staten Island–which is a Borough of New York City, but I live in a unique part of NYC, probably unlike any other part of the world. It is called Travis. People ask me what is Travis ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Our Thoughts Are Not God's Thoughts

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 15, 2001
    based on 44 ratings
     | 7,261 views

    What counts in your life?

    Introduction Philippians 3:3-21 Introduction Story: An atheist was sitting under a tree one day smugly thinking: "God, I know you don’t exist but if you do exist you must be really stupid. Look at this huge oak tree. It’s got a little acorn on it. And look at this huge marrow carried by such ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    What Should I Do When Life Takes A Turn For The Worse? Series

    Contributed by Ricky Burke on Dec 8, 2000
    based on 135 ratings
     | 9,664 views

    This is the fourth sermon in a series of messages called, "When Life Takes a Turn for the Worse."

    We are currently doing a series of studies on the book of Job, which records the struggles of a good man whose life took a turn for the worse. You remember. He lost his finances, his children, his health, and his marriage - one right after the other. And this book has helped us answer some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pressurised To Progress

    Contributed by Victoria Oladipupo on Oct 12, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 9,942 views

    Pressure is designed to squeeze out the treasure in the life of children of God.

    Pressurised to progress The book of Zechariah 13:9; says “I will bring the one-third through the fire, will refine them as silver is refined, and test them as gold is tested. They will call on my name, and I will answer. I will say, this is my people and each one will say the lord is my God.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Resolving Your Spiritual Fatigue

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 18, 2002
    based on 66 ratings
     | 15,611 views

    There are times in everyone’s walk with god that they need a spiritual refill

    Resolving Your Spiritual Fatigue Selected Passages August 18, 2002 Introduction I read about a woman who telephoned a friend and asked how she was feeling, "Terrible," came the reply over the wire, "my head’s splitting and my back and legs are killing me. The house is a mess, and the kids are ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Living As Pilgrims In This World

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Jul 27, 2024
     | 948 views

    The Bible often describes believers as strangers, exiles, and pilgrims on earth. This imagery reminds us that this world is not our home.

    Introduction Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. In this sermon, I am inviting you to reflect on what it means to live as pilgrims in this world. The Bible often describes believers as strangers, exiles, and pilgrims on earth. This imagery reminds us that our true home is not ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Your Trial Has An Expiry Date

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 15, 2025
     | 466 views

    Understanding that your trial has an expiry date gives you strength to endure. It assures you that no night lasts forever and no storm is endless.

    YOUR TRIAL HAS AN EXPIRY DATE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Peter 5:10 "But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you." Supporting Texts: Psalm 30:5, 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Setting Yourself Free From Discouragement Series

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 17, 2001
    based on 104 ratings
     | 5,743 views

    David shows us a model of how to deal with discouragement

    SETTING YOURSELF FREE FROM DISCOURAGEMENT 1 Samuel 30 (Selected Verses) July 2, 2000 Introduction I. James (quick) Tillis A. Tillis moved to Chicago 1. Chicago was a better area for boxing than Tulsa 2. He dreamed of becoming a heavy weight boxer B. Tillis stops at Sears Tower 1. Puts his ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Hope

    Contributed by Joe Harding on Dec 17, 2001
    based on 15 ratings
     | 16,300 views

    Our Epistle lesson is a text of HOPE. Hope is what the season is all about. Hope for a better day, hope for a better way, hope for all of humanity which seems to swell during the Advent/Christmas season.

    HOPE ROMANS 15:4-13 December 16, 2001 INTRODUCTION: 12/9/96 FRESH SERMON ILLUSTRATIONS #1 There is more to the holiday than this, Christmas eve services, opening gifts, and spending and making money!!! Advent is the season of four weeks including four Sundays. Advent means “coming.” Advent ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist