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  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Managing Christian Trials-3

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 12, 2010
     | 2,367 views

    3 of 3. James divulged the proper management of trials which were endemic/common to Christians. There are proper ways of managing the those difficulties. But How are we to do it? Tackling trials properly, involves managing...

    MANAGING CHRISTIAN TRIALS-III—James 1:1-27 Attention: A Shipping Clerk at a factory, discovered a box that was left on the loading dock with this warning printed on it: DANGER DO NOT TOUCH! Management was called & all employees were told to stay clear of the box until it could be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Surviving The Storms Series

    Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Mar 10, 2009
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     | 6,627 views

    Jesus knows where you are. The best place to be is in the storm where He wants you. How do you respond?

    Mark 6:45-52 Immediately He made His disciples get into the boat and go before Him to the other side, to Bethsaida, while He sent the multitude away. And when He had sent them away, He departed to the mountain to pray. 45-46 Now when evening came, the boat was in the middle of the sea; and He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Martyrs Of The End Times

    Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 9, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,531 views

    A look at the martyrs in the book of Daniel and the Revelation

    The Martyrs Throughout the history of the faithful, martyrdom was prevalent as “Foxes Book of Martyrs” accurately chronicles, for the Church of Jesus Christ has experienced an almost countless number of saints being put to death for their unwavering faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. As ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    Message 8 - 1 Thessalonians Chapter 5 – Persecution, Discipline And Tribulation; What’s The Difference? – Part 2 (Verse 9) Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Dec 30, 2022
     | 1,693 views

    What is the difference between God’s wrath and God’s discipline? We look into tribulation, persecution and discipline, and look at 4 reasons Christians can have difficulties. Remember this – godly living produces persecution. Trees standing against the wind have the strongest trunks.

    MESSAGE 8 - 1 THESSALONIANS CHAPTER 5 – PERSECUTION, DISCIPLINE AND TRIBULATION; WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE? – PART 2 (Verse 9) REVISION FROM PART 1 We have been examining 1Thessalonians 5:9 and looking at the wrath of God. This is our focus verse again for Part 2 of the study on this verse – ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God’s Help In Difficult Times Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 15, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,030 views

    A study of chapter 17 verse 1 through 24

    1 Kings 17 God’s help in difficult times I am getting tired of watching television. I mean I use to be a TVaholic. Now the movies are lousy. The programs stink. And the News! They are keeping us in the dark relative to key news and feeding us worthless information. I am sick and tired of ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Getting Over

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 7, 2009
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     | 4,520 views

    God wants us to be more than minimal. Acknowledge that Christ is Lord, make sure our witness is clear, go beyond quick thrills, and be faithful, and your faith will sustain you over the long haul.

    Too often, we choose "getting by", when we could choose "getting over". Too often, we try to skimp on life, hoping not to invest too deeply. That’s "getting by". But we could turn to a better answer. We could choose "getting over". "Getting by" and "getting over" are not the same thing. "Getting ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Brushes Or Swords Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 29, 2011
     | 4,816 views

    If we’re going to "put the icing" on the days God makes for us, we must enjoy his delights and embrace his discipline.

    Lauri Johnson of Hudsonville, Michigan, talks about a wonderful afternoon her two sons, 12-year-old Matthew and 6-year-old Ryan, spent with her parents recently. When they were ready to leave, Matthew’s grandpa said to him, “You made my day.” Matthew replied, “God made your day; we just put the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Recognizing Your Dna: Destiny, Nature, Authority

    Contributed by David Demola on May 21, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 24,396 views

    Pastor Demola encourages Christians to live in full knowledge of their God-given destiny, nature and authority.

    Open your Bibles to Luke chapter 11. I want you to do me a favor today, will you? I need everybody to kind of get your right hand out, get your right hand out like this. Everybody get your right hand out. Got it out? This is what I want you to do. I’m putting my thinking cap on. Tell ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Foundational Guidance (Part 3) Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 18, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,545 views

    Christians sometimes wonder why they experience trials and corrections while the ungodly seem to prosper. This is examined in the light of Psalm 73.

    Psalm 73 3/20/16 Intro For the last two weeks we have talked about “Foundational Guidance,” those things we do regardless of circumstances, “come what may.” We took our first message from Micah 6:8 where God tells us to (1) do justly (2) to love mercy (3) and walk humbly with your God. Last ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    "Triumphant Faith--Revised"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 24, 2002
    based on 25 ratings
     | 4,562 views

    Faith is triumphant when we still have it despite life’s difficulties.

    Psalm 27:1-9 “Triumphant Faith--Revised” By: Reverend Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Last week I was on the phone with my parents when out of the blue my mother asked me, “So how is your theology doing these days?” The question caught me by ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Always Go Well Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jan 2, 2022
     | 2,784 views

    2022 is another challenging critical year with the variant of Omicron. There may be many long-term goals pending, modified, cut short because of the difficulties, defeats, and failures we faced for the last two years due to the Pandemic turning into an endemic living with Corona

    Theme: Always go well Text: Deuteronomy 12:26-32 The Lord is good and his love endures forever. Illustration: In the middle of a sermon, a man in the congregation got up and walked outside. The wife went up to the pastor after the sermon to apologize for her husband's rude behavior. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    Sovereignty Within Mayhem Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on May 12, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,842 views

    Life has its share of difficulty and uncertainty. At times, we all wonder where life will lead and how we will overcome the obstacles we face. Even in the worst of situations, we can take comfort knowing our sovereign Lord is in control.

    Sovereignty within Mayhem Esther 6:1-9 Although their hearts are not filled with joy, Mordecai and Esther must have been encouraged somewhat by her meeting with Ahasuerus. He had extended her favor, while granting her request. The banquet with the king and Haman was scheduled, and Esther would now ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Benjamin Utomo avatar

    Idop 2025: Faithful To The End

    Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Oct 28, 2025
     | 267 views

    Today is the International Day of Prayer for Persecuted Christians. This year's theme (2025) is "Faithful to the End." How can we remain faithful followers of Jesus amidst all difficulties and temptations, even when we face persecution?

    Introduction: I was in Surabaya last month when, at 3 a.m., I received the news that Charlie Kirk had been shot. It turned out he died. This news was truly shocking and left many wondering, "Why would anyone kill him?" Many reports claimed he deserved to be killed because he spread ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr John Singarayar SVD avatar

    Holy Family Vs. Digital Family: Practical Lessons For The Domestic Church Series

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jul 22, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 718 views

    Families today are having difficulty adjusting to the ways that technology has changed their relationships.

    Holy Family vs. Digital Family: Practical Lessons for the Domestic Church Intro: Families today are having difficulty adjusting to the ways that technology has changed their relationships. Scripture Luke 2:22-40 Reflection Dear Sisters and Brothers, There are new opportunities and challenges ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    The Gospel Writers Of The New Testament – Do We Really Need 4 Of Them? Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 29, 2023
     | 1,551 views

    What if we had simply 3 Gospel writers, or just 2 of them, or only one Gospel writer? This study looks at each of the 4 Gospels – composition, style and harmony. Faces and branches of the Old Testament confirm the 4 Gospels. I hope you find this interesting. What the Gospels focus on.

    THE GOSPEL WRITERS OF THE NEW TESTAMENT – DO WE REALLY NEED 4 OF THEM? What if we had simply 3 gospel writers, or just 2 of them, or only one gospel writer? What if Matthew was the only Gospel we had in the bible? Would that change our understanding of scripture? More importantly, would that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational