Sermons about Enduring Opposition

Why Some Fail To Finish Well

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 9, 2003

based on 31 ratings

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Many Americans who are poor at finishing their tasks are depressed and suffering in silence. The Land of Plenty seems to live up to its name when it comes to mental illness. New research indicates that like many other nations, the U.S. has plenty of menta

Why Some Fail to Finish Well 2 Tim. 4:7,8 - "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness which the Lord the righteous Judge will award to me and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Do I Suffer?

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 9, 2003

based on 6 ratings

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Suffering is a part of the Christian life no one really enjoys. In the book of 1st Peter, the apostle explains to us why suffering is a part of our life, and God’s purpose in it.

Passage: 1Peter 1:1-9 Intro: number of months, been intrigued with the topic of suffering. 1. few things produce more frustration, few things produce such amazing growth in Christlikeness 2. my journey towards understanding has involved a few of you, class on Job 3. that class served to open ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Overcoming Failures

Contributed by Jeff Simms on May 19, 2003

based on 66 ratings

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Talks about the good that God can bring out of our failures. How to overcome failures in our lives

Overcoming Failures Num 14:44-45 Purpose Statement: To see God’s purposes even in the midst of their failures. One character that I really identify with is Charlie Brown. One of the things I remember about him most is his relationship with Lucy. She offers to hold the ball for him every ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 14:44-45

Denomination: Baptist

Failure Doesn't Have To Be Final

Contributed by David Dailey on May 24, 2003

based on 44 ratings

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You have not failed until you quit trying

Galatians 6:9. Let us not be weary in well doing for in due season we shall reap if we faint not. Now we all get weary at times but must not let weariness overcome us. Many times we give up just as due season is about to manifest. Paul is saying, "Let us not lose heart." Every time we give up it ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9, 2 Samuel 21:15-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

John's Journey

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 26, 2003

based on 14 ratings

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JOHN’S JOURNEY LED HIM THROUGH VALLEYS OF WAITING: 1.DISAPPOINTMENT, HURT, OFFENSE 2. DOUBT, FEAR, WORRY 3. DESIRE, HOPES, WISHES 4. DESPAIR, AGONY, GLOOM 5. DARKNESS, RELIGIOUS DEBATE, 6. INDIFFERENCE, APATHY, COLDNESS, NUMBNESS, 7. DEATH, THE END 8.

JOHN’S JOURNEY By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is a lesson adapted from a sermon delivered by Larry Moore, Arkansas in 5/03. This is a two part series. OVERALL VIEW: JOHN’S JOURNEY LED HIM THROUGH VALLEYS OF WAITING: 1.DISAPPOINTMENT, HURT, OFFENSE 2. DOUBT, FEAR, WORRY 3. ...read more

Scripture: John 2:2-6, John 4:47-51

Denomination: Assembly Of God

John's Journey

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 26, 2003

based on 20 ratings

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JOHN’S JOURNEY LED HIM THROUGH VALLEYS OF WAITING: 1.DISAPPOINTMENT, HURT, OFFENSE 2. DOUBT, FEAR, WORRY 3. DESIRE, HOPES, WISHES 4. DESPAIR, AGONY, GLOOM 5. DARKNESS, RELIGIOUS DEBATE, 6. INDIFFERENCE, APATHY, COLDNESS, NUMBNESS, 7. DEATH, THE END 8.

JOHN’S JOURNEY By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is a lesson adapted from a sermon delivered by Larry Moore, Arkansas in 5/03. This is a two part series. OVERALL VIEW: JOHN’S JOURNEY LED HIM THROUGH VALLEYS OF WAITING: 1.DISAPPOINTMENT, HURT, OFFENSE 2. DOUBT, FEAR, WORRY 3. ...read more

Scripture: John 4:47-51, John 2:2-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When Deliverance Is Delayed

Contributed by Thomas Dibble on May 29, 2003

based on 110 ratings

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What about when the answer doesn’t come right away? What happens when we get a different answer than the one we expected to get? What happens when we pray and things get worse instead of better? What happens when deliverance is delayed?

How many know that we serve a mighty God? Does everyone agree with that statement, this morning? We all love to talk about the wonderful miracle working power of almighty God. Truly He is a mighty God. He has all power in His hand. There is nothing that is too hard for God to do. ∑ Any ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 5:22-23, Exodus 5:22-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Avoid Burnout

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 2, 2003

based on 55 ratings

| 11,057 views

Even though many people do not like to admit it they are suffering from various levels of emotional, spiritual or mental burnout. When people lose their enthusiasm, excitement and energy in their work they tend to become bored thinking it may be time to t

How to Avoid Burnout Even though many people do not like to admit it they are suffering from various levels of emotional, spiritual or mental burnout. When people lose their enthusiasm, excitement and energy in their work they tend to become bored thinking it may be time to try another ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

His Rewards Are Eternal

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Jun 5, 2003

based on 65 ratings

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If you believe that God rewards us according to our actions.We will begin to live a life with unshakable certainty that everything we do today matters forever!

THE GOD WHO REWARDS Imagine if today you stand on the edge of eternity. Today you make your trade, this life for eternity. What would it be like? Well there is no doubt that you will be in eternity with Jesus if you have asked him to forgive your sins and change your life! If I told you that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:21, Matthew 16:27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Trust God And Close The Book

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 9, 2003

based on 29 ratings

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There is a time to just trust God’s plan and close the book and go on withyour life.

TRUST GOD AND CLOSE THE BOOK By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is a lesson on CLOSE THE BOOK. It has some wisdom, but we need balance, some doors should never be closed. They should remain open, others needed to be locked and to go on --- I can’t tell you when to open a door, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:20-22, 2 Timothy 4:6-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Bumblebees, Cockroaches, Bats, And People

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 10, 2003

based on 35 ratings

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We look at some lessons from nature and compare to how God desires us to build people!Nevr give up on people!

BUMBLE BEES, COCKROACHS, AND PEOPLE... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com DID YOU KNOW IT IS IMPOSSIBLE FOR THE BUMBLE BEE TO FLY? THERE IS A BRANCH OF DYNAMICS THAT DEALS WITH THE MOTION OF THE AIR and the forces that act and can cause flight. The aerodynamics of the bumble bee ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18, Proverbs 19:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Get Up And Go

Contributed by Derrick Thompson, Sr. on Jun 22, 2003

based on 37 ratings

| 5,579 views

Stand for the truth

Let us pray Welcome...... I trust no one has forgotten what happened 26 days ago, and hope we have all learned (refer to 9/11.) something from that tragic experience..... elaborate.....appeal to the unsaved to trust the Lord before it is too late..... Please turn with me in your bibles to 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-8

Denomination: Church Of God

God's Answer To Complaints Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 24, 2004

based on 30 ratings

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When we complain to God we do need to share our thoughts and concerns but once we are done we then must wait-listen-learn-trust and be quiet once God has answered.

Habakkuk part 3 - “God’s Answer Too Complaint’s” Thesis: When we complain to God we do need to share our thoughts and concerns but once we are done we then must wait-listen-learn-trust and be quiet once God has answered. Video Illustration: From the movie Bruce Almighty. – It’s the scene were ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Matter What! (Pastor Jose Jr.)

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Aug 26, 2004

based on 5 ratings

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There is a big difference between WANTING and being DETERMINED. Pastor Jose Jr. shares his perspectives.

2:1: When I came to you, brothers, I didn’t come with excellence of speech or of wisdom, proclaiming to you the testimony of God. 2:2: For I determined not to know anything among you, except Jesus Christ, and him crucified. 2:3: I was with you in weakness, in fear, and in much trembling. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Just Keep Swimming

Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 31, 2004

based on 7 ratings

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Prayer is hard work, but as we die to ourselves, we gain resurrection life in it.

Philippians 3:7-14 – Just Keep Swimming Illustration: Dory encouraging Marlin to press on (from "Finding Nemo") Perseverance is an important quality in the life of a Christian. (read verses on perseverance) Perseverance comes from under going trials. In fact, it brings life as it flows from pain ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-14

Denomination: Baptist

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