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  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    The Book Of Lamentations – Part 20 – Bearing Persecution But The Lord Provides Mercy And Compassion - Chapter 3:30-32 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jun 6, 2025
     | 229 views

    We are going to look at reproach and then at the rejection of Israel before restoration. Compassion is of God and even in rejection the Lord is compassionate. The LORD has caused the nation grief but His compassion will bring them through.

    THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 20 – BEARING PERSECUTION BUT THE LORD PROVIDES MERCY AND COMPASSION - CHAPTER 3:30-32 PART [28]. HUMILITY MEANS SUBMISSION IN GOD’S WILL {{Lamentations 3:30 “Let him give his cheek to the smiter. Let him be filled with reproach.”}} This verse ends the 5-verse ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Temptation Vs. Testing And Trials - What's The Difference? Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Aug 5, 2015
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     | 18,241 views

    Earlier in the first chapter of James much has been said about testing and trials but now James turns his attention to temptation. How are they alike and how are they different, especially since the Greek word is the same for both? Let's take a look!

    James 1:1-15 “James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes scattered among the nations: “Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Church Of Smyrna: Possessing The Wealth Of Heaven (Revelation 2:8-11)

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 18, 2023
     | 1,122 views

    Within the city of Smyrna, there existed a struggling Christian community undergoing intense and withering persecution. The Lord Jesus came to them with a word of comfort for their dark days. Even though they were poor, they were, in fact, rich beyond imagination.

    In our look at the seven churches of Asia Minor described in Revelation, Chapters 2 and 3, we come to the second church the Lord Jesus addresses in terms of testimony and steadfastness to the Gospel. This is the church in the city of Smyrna, which was located about 35 miles north of Ephesus. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Now Shall We Live? Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 21, 2002
    based on 30 ratings
     | 7,268 views

    When we belong to Jesus, how are we expected to live/

    INTRODUCTION  How many times have you heard people say that your faith is a personal thing. How many times have people been scolded for bringing their “religion” to the workplace, the athletic field, the schools or to the government?  Have you ever felt the pressure that tells you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Dealing With Anger

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 12, 2001
    based on 51 ratings
     | 6,108 views

    Jesus expects us to control our temper

    INTRODUCTION In verses 21-48 Jesus gives us six examples of how our righteousness can exceed that of the scribes and Pharisees. SERMON I. A LOOK AT THE 6TH COMMANDMENT. OLD EXPECTATIONS. v. 21 A. KJV. “By." Attacking the present interpretation of the 6th commandment. B. NASB. “To." Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Learning To Lead

    Contributed by Melinda Richardson on Apr 8, 2002
    based on 58 ratings
     | 12,790 views

    Knowing what God expects of leaders in the church

    Introduction/Background The prophet Ezekiel writes the book during the Babylonian captivity. Here we have the Israelite who were carried out of their home land, away from their relatives, friends, and homes, and yes even their beloved temple at Jerusalem. Many had gone astray from God and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Keeping The Standard Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 7, 2003
    based on 65 ratings
     | 22,140 views

    We must have the courage to expect righteousness.

    KEEPING THE STANDARD Nehemiah 13:1-31 S: Courage Th: Brave Hearts Pr: WE MUST HAVE THE COURAGE TO EXPECT RIGHTEOUSNESS. ?: What? What should we be expecting and what should we be watching out for? KW: Compromises TS: We will find in our study of Nehemiah 13:1-31 four compromises that get in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is A Disciple?

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jul 25, 2003
    based on 101 ratings
     | 13,578 views

    What does Jesus expect of His disciples?

    The dictionary defines a “DISCIPLE” as “one who accepts and follows a teacher or a doctrine.” A disciple of Jesus Christ is one who accepts Him and follows His teachings. EVERY TRUE CHRISTIAN IS A DISCIPLE. Acts 11:26—“The disciples were called Christians first in Antioch.” A disciple is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Howard avatar

    Our Purpose

    Contributed by John Howard on Aug 6, 2003
    based on 18 ratings
     | 6,900 views

    How does God expect us to live?

    The other day I had the opportunity to talk with a couple of great young men - About their understanding of the Christian life - I was trying to get them to articulate - How their faith influenced their lives - Day to day - I wanted them to tell me as best they could - How their faith influenced ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Absolute Surrender

    Contributed by John Christopher on Nov 10, 2004
    based on 9 ratings
     | 10,277 views

    An absolute surrender that God expects from us.

    “And Ben-hadad the king of Syria gathered all his host together: and there were thirty and two kings with him, and horses, and chariots: and he went up and besieged Samaria, and warred against it. And he sent messengers to Ahab king of Israel into the city, and said unto him, Thus saith Ben-hadad, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dealing With Perfection (Itus)

    Contributed by Randy Croft on Nov 15, 2002
    based on 65 ratings
     | 7,838 views

    Does God expect to much...do we?

    Dealing with Perfectionitus by Randy Croft How many of you like to make mistakes? When you mess up a recipe or business transaction, are you harder on yourself than you should be? Do you allow yourself to make mistakes? In some areas of our world, we must have 100% perfection. 99.9% ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Do You Wish To Be Well?

    Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 23, 2000
    based on 79 ratings
     | 8,284 views

    Jesus expects us to exercize our faith.

    Do You Wish to be Well? John 5:1-10 After these things there was a feast of the Jews, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. [2] Now there is in Jerusalem by the sheep gate a pool, which is called in Hebrew Bethesda, having five porticoes. [3] In these lay a multitude of those who were sick, blind, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jonathan McLeod avatar

    A New Look At The Church Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Sep 11, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,615 views

    What does God expect of His church?

    The book of Colossians shows that being connected through faith to Jesus Christ has totally changed our lives: • We have a new hope. • We have a new perspective on life. • We have a new joy. • We have a new family. • We have a new way of living. AUTHOR: The apostle Paul (1:1). Timothy is also ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Phillip Wright avatar

    Take Up Your Cross

    Contributed by Phillip Wright on Jul 22, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,711 views

    Just what does the Lord expect of us?

    Take Up Your Cross Luke 9:23-26 Rev. Phillip A. Wright Introduction: This morning we are going to look at one of the better known verses in Scripture. “Take Up your Cross.” Today we will look at the entire passage and dig out just what Jesus is saying and not saying. Attention: Jesus used this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Salvation's Confirmation

    Contributed by Colin Coombs on Oct 12, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 3,125 views

    The example of the Thessalonian Christians in Separation; Occupation; & Expectation

    SALVATION’S CONFIRMATION I Thessalonians 1:8 - 10. 8 The Lord’s message rang out from you not only in Macedonia and Achaia--your faith in God has become known everywhere. Therefore we do not need to say anything about it, 9 for they themselves report what kind of reception you gave us. They tell ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible