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  • John Ong avatar

    The Enemies Of Christian Life

    Contributed by John Ong on Oct 10, 2017
     | 4,293 views

    As Christians, we live in this world with our fair share of trials and tribulations. Nothing is given to us in a silver platter and we have to work for what we want to achieve.

    As Christians, we live in this world with our fair share of trials and tribulations. Nothing is given to us in a silver platter and we have to work for what we want to achieve. God has promised us abundance, protection and a happy life but as His children, we need to prove that we can overcome ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jonathan's Cave 1 Of 2 Series

    Contributed by Troy Campbell on Apr 5, 2016
     | 6,740 views

    Learn how each of us should behave in the trials of life.

    Title: How To Behave In A Cave – 6 “Jonathan’s Cave – 1” Text: I Samuel 13:6 Way out west a cowboy was driving down a road, his dog riding in back of the pickup truck, his faithful horse in the trailer behind. He failed to negotiate a curve and had a terrible ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Overcoming A Setback

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 7, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 23,078 views

    The action taken by David when his wives & children were kidnapped is used to illustrate how to respond to a disappoint, crisis, or setback.

    Overcoming a Setback 1 Samuel 30 8-30-09 Intro Today I want to talk about overcoming a setback. Has anybody here experienced a setback or two in life? Has anybody recently experienced a setback? It’s a part of living on planet earth. Chuck Swindoll described the Christian journey as “Three steps ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Surviving The Battering Storms

    Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Dec 31, 2012
    based on 6 ratings
     | 10,153 views

    Storms of life will manifest themselves but with Jesus we overcome and are victorious through it all.

    Mark 4:35-41 KJV And the same day, when the even was come, he saith unto them, Let us pass over unto the other side. 36 And when they had sent away the multitude, they took him even as he was in the ship. And there were also with him other little ships. 37 And there arose a great storm of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Hope In Christ

    Contributed by Mark Engler on Jun 30, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
     | 7,979 views

    Our hope in Christ should give us confidence to Speak Boldly About Christ, Face Despair, Approach God’s Throne and much, much more. Our hope should not be in this world, but in Christ.

    Some illustrations for this sermon where found on Sermon Central. Sermon by Mark Engler Mt. Vernon Christian Church Mt. Vernon, MO “Hope In Christ” Introduction: Talk about trip to Africa and about another ministers concern on what about to teach. My first thought, we are going to teach about ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    The Gospel Encounters Idolatry Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 2, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 412 views

    Acts 19:21-41 shows us how God’s sovereign power confronts idolatry, calling his people to trust him and continue proclaiming the gospel boldly, even in the face of opposition.

    Introduction In today’s text, Acts 19:21-41, we encounter a city in turmoil—a riot ignited by the powerful disruption of the gospel. Ephesus, a hub of idolatry and cultural pride, was shaken not by force or political movements but by the transformative power of God’s truth. Acts 19:21-14, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Between Adversity And The Miracle

    Contributed by David Spiegel on Mar 28, 2018
     | 5,782 views

    Chances are, at some point the adversity you face today as an individual has brought you to the place where you have asked yourself a form of this question. “Why does a good God let these bad things happen?”

    Years ago, a large church I was on staff with at the time did a series called “Elephant in the Room” • Prior to the series, the church was polled to narrow down the top things that were on people’s minds that it seemed nobody wanted to address. • We even rented a live Elephant in a cage out front ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Jerry Cosper avatar

    A Picture Of Abuse Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 23, 2013
     | 3,492 views

    The experience of Peter and John gives a clear picture of persecution.

    The early church was doing well. However, last time (Acts 5:1-11) we saw the introduction and the punishment of hypocrisy as it entered the church for the first time. We saw that it was Satan’s way of trying to stop the growth of the church. Well Satan continues in tonight’s passage ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Keeping Our Faith During The Hard Times

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Oct 26, 2022
     | 4,041 views

    We've probably all been through hard times at least once. It's difficult even to think of joy in those trying moments, yet James wrote that believers should consider trials joyous.

    Hard times. We've probably all been through hard times at least once. It may be a financial loss that caused the hard times. It may be a job loss that caused the financial loss. It may be a relational loss - breaking up with someone we thought would be a lifelong friend. When these hard ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Don Schultz avatar

    Look Into The Face Of Christ, And See The Heart Of God.

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Dec 6, 2001
    based on 270 ratings
     | 12,660 views

    Because we cannot ascend to God (which is attempted during the Christmas season), God descends to us, and gives us meaning and joy.

    Luke 2:1-20 Look Into The Face of Christ, and See the Heart of God. Of all the holidays during the calendar year, both secular and religious, I would describe Christmas as a high-effort holiday. We have lots of low-effort holidays, like Memorial Day or Labor Day. How much effort do those ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Timothy Smith avatar

    How Can I Face Death Confidently? Series

    Contributed by Timothy Smith on Aug 2, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,110 views

    Second in a series about finding significant answers through intimate encounters with Jesus.

    How Can I Face Death Confidently? JOHN 11:1 -44 INTRODUCTION: DRAMA: “Mr. Peepers Goes to Sleep.” It can be hard to talk about death, even if it is “just a bird.” In talking to my father, who is 78, about this message, he told me that when he was growing up death was not mentioned ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    That'll Put A Smile On Your Face

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 2, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 8,077 views

    God wants to put a smile on your face.

    That’ll Put a Smile on Your Face Jeremiah 29:1-13 Sermon by: Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church, West Monroe, LA Originally preached January 25, 2004 *Wade Hughes tells us that the average child laughs 400 times a day... --But the average adult only laughs 15 times a day. (1) *Have you lost ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Quinn avatar

    How Do I Face The Critical Moments?

    Contributed by Mike Quinn on Jan 19, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,389 views

    At any time, we may face a critical moment, a moment that defines or changes our lives? Are we ready for that moment?

    “How do I prepare for the critical moments?” (Proverbs 2) Intro: Inspiring story of virtue from tsunami hero…man who has orphanage and rescued all his kids in the boat… Power of moments… “What if you knew somewhere in front of you was a moment that would change your life forever, a moment with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Max Lucado avatar

    Facing Your Giants: Take Goliath Down Series

    Contributed by Max Lucado on Nov 1, 2006
    based on 150 ratings
     | 55,280 views

    These sermons served as the foundation for Max’s newest book, Facing Your Giants. Our Goliath is always stalking us. We need to focus on God, not on our giant problem.

    “TAKE GOLIATH DOWN” 2 Samuel 21:15-22 These sermons served as the foundation for Max’s newest book, Facing Your Giants. THEME: Our Goliath is always stalking us. We need to focus on God, not on our giant problem. Introduction: He vies for the bedside position, hoping to be the first voice ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Ronald Harbaugh avatar

    Christ's Victory Gives Courage In The Face Of Death

    Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Apr 13, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,659 views

    An Easter sermon that uplifts God’s victory over the finality of death.

    The Resurrection of our Lord April 16, 2006 “Series B” Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, on this day we recall how you raised Jesus, your beloved Son, from death. And through ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran