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  • Daren Mitchell avatar

    What Is Joy And How Do I Find It?

    Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Jul 11, 2013
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    Joy is a Spirit gift; a power that provides supernatural ability to not only endure but to experience hope; to know in your soul the reality of heaven.

    I’ve had some happy days in my life. I was very happy when the Denver Broncos won Superbowls in 1997 and 1998. I was happy they day I married Kristi, and of course when my kids were born I was happy. Last Friday night when Jared came home from the hospital from his last chemo treatment, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Fundamentals Of Ministry

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Apr 15, 2013
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    We are all called for ministry but we doubt our failures. But does does not see these as failure rather the opposite, he is preparing us.

    Title: Fundamentals for Ministry Let us pray: Almighty and everlasting God, you govern all things both in heaven and on earth: Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of our hearts be acceptable to you: Amen. Introduction. One thing that has always bothered me and I am sure it bothers all ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Triumphs Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 14, 2022
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    These people in their deeds and sufferings gave striking evidence to the power of faith to enable a man with supernatural courage for both action and endurance.

    HEBREWS 11:32-34 {Leaving a Legacy Series] TRIUMPHS (AND TRIBULATIONS) OF FAITH In the closing section of chapter 11 the writer lets his mind’s eye roam back over people and events of history and God brings to memory name after name and event after event of heroic souls. c Having taken us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Building Resumes Series

    Contributed by Larry Wilson on Jul 29, 2010
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    Sermon 10 in the Series. (Ezra chapter 5) After the locals first attempted to stop the work on the Temple, they then tried to compromise the work on the Temple. "Let us build with you" was their cry. When Jerubabbel and Jeshua refused, they harrassed them

    The Book of Ezra Study #10 (Ezra 5) The Building Resumes! OPEN 1. Under what circumstances do you find it difficult to persevere in doing what is right? 2. When have you faced opposition from others for doing the right thing? 3. When have you experienced God’s protection in your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unshakeable Faith: Building On Christ SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
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    When Christ is the cornerstone of your life, no circumstance, individual, or power can topple you. In Christ, we find an unshakeable and enduring foundation.

    Introduction: In the book of Matthew 7:24-27, we learn that a building cannot stand without a strong foundation. Just as a building needs a solid base to support its weight, our lives also require a firm foundation. In this sermon, we will explore the importance of making Jesus Christ our ...read more

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    Playing The Fool To Defeat The Fool Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 29, 2012
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    No matter how diligently you walk with God, some people within a congregation may look down upon you and falsely criticize you. Sometimes you should ignore the criticism and move on. At other times you need to respond. Paul provides a case study of fight

    Playing the Fool to Defeat the Fool (2 Corinthians 11:1, 5-15) 1. A Louisiana man has been released from death row, becoming the 300th prisoner nationwide to be freed after DNA evidence showed he was innocent. Of those 300 prisoners, 18 had been on death row, according to lawyers from the New ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Strength In The Times Of Temptations

    Contributed by Charles Mccall on Oct 20, 2007
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    No matter what temptation you face, God is able to help you endure it, and overcome it.

    Matthew 26:41 I Corinthians 10:13 James 1:12-16 Topic: Strength in times of temptations We live in a world that is full of various and different types of temptations. Temptation is defined as an allurement, enticement, or an invitations to engage in a immoral act, in a sinful act, in an act ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Live Different: A Study In James - Patience

    Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on Nov 12, 2007
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     | 6,796 views

    Today, we’re going to look at what James has to say about patience, about endurance.

    Live Different: A Study in James - Patience In the book of James, there are: 5 chapters, 108 verses…and out of these 108 verses, this little book of the bible contains 54 Imperatives/commands/encouragements This shows that this is a very practical book that will help guide us in daily ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The First Six Seals

    Contributed by Timothy Darling on Apr 28, 2010
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    The seals show the suffering of the world which believers must endure, even if it means martyrdom, but they are precursors to hope.

    Like other prophecy, Revelation has a layered quality. Some say it is about the Roman Empire beginning with 70 AD. Some say it is about all time since Christ. Others say it is about the last days. I say, yes it is. One interpretation does not necessarily negate another. Rather, like much ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    An Everlasting Covenant

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 4, 2006
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    God has established an everlasting covenant with the whole earth that endures to this very day. That promise, that covenant is for you.

    Genesis 9: 8 – 17 – An Everlasting covenant Intro: I once asked an adult Sunday school class to write a job description for Noah. This is what they wrote. Wanted: Person to build, maintain and sail a large ship. Must be civil engineer with experience as a zoologist. Must have experience in ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Like A Mountain

    Contributed by Marvin Minton on Aug 7, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,381 views

    Trust in God provides many benefits: safety and security, endurance, protection from evil, blessings, and peace.

    Like a Mountain Psalm 125:1-5 This psalm is the sixth in the group of fifteen songs of degrees or ascent. Jerusalem is on the mind of the pilgrims as they make their arduous journey to the Holy City for the annual festivals. Jerusalem, build on Mount Zion, has a special place in the hearts and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Grace Is With Us Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 20, 2022
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     | 1,298 views

    If God calls you to endure pain, hardship, or uncertainty, find encouragement in knowing you are never alone.

    God's grace is with us "It was by faith that Moses' parents hid him for three months when he was born. They saw that God had given them an unusual child, and they were not afraid to disobey the king's command. It was by faith that Moses, when he grew up, refused to be called the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    When It Is Pitch Dark

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 18, 2019
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    Those who stay firm and endure the pain and agony get to see His glory and His enormity!

    In the darkest hour..... Job 30:15”….. They pursue my honor as the wind, my prosperity has passed away like a cloud…” Struggled within myself pondering whether I should talk about my experience, wrestled with my flesh; nevertheless, since I had come out of the crisis by His grace, I sure felt ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Patience In The Midst Of Sufferings

    Contributed by Terry Denis on Aug 5, 2019
     | 5,365 views

    A common definition of Patience: “Patience is the capacity to accept or endure trouble or suffering without getting angry or upset”

    I - Introduction: 1. We learned about the Long Suffering of God a. The long suffering of God leads to repentance. 1. Romans 2:4 4 Or do you show contempt for the riches of his kindness, forbearance and patience, not realizing that God’s kindness is intended to lead you to repentance? 2. 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God Is Our Strength PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
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    While temptations are inevitable, God provides us with the strength to endure them and always offers a way out.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. We gather today to delve into the wisdom of the Word, to explore some powerful truths found in Matthew and 1 Corinthians. As C.S. Lewis once said, "God, who foresaw your tribulation, has specially armed you to go through it, not without pain but without ...read more

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