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  • John Bright avatar

    A Change Of Desires Series

    Contributed by John Bright on Sep 23, 2025
     | 212 views

    Working through 1 Peter using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

    “A Change of Desires” 1 Peter 4:7-11 A sermon for 8/24/25 Pastor John Bright 1 Peter 4 “1 Therefore, since Christ suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves also with the same mind, for he who has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin, 2 that he no longer should live the rest of his time in ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Destructive Wake Of Sin

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on May 20, 2008
     | 3,716 views

    What destructive results does your sin have on yourself and others?

    The Destructive Wake of Sin Judges 13:1-7 Today I want to deal with a very serious subject… The destructive Wake of Sin. Not what I had planned… God often moves in ways different than I have planned. Today we will be looking at negative example… Samson. Today I will plan to do something I only plan ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How Jesus Used Healing In His Ministry

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 65 ratings
     | 4,930 views

    Many people fail to understand God's greater purposes for physical suffering.

    Many people fail to understand God's greater purposes for physical suffering. Instead of allowing the disciples to drag Jesus into a complicated discussion about sin and suffering, Jesus stated an important fact about sickness when He said, "This blind man did not sin nor did his parents. But he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Have Fought The Good Fight

    Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 11, 2003
    based on 114 ratings
     | 40,289 views

    This was a funeral message for a believer who had suffered a great deal with cancer.

    Funeral October 9, 2002 One of the unique things about being a pastor in this denomination is the fact that very rarely do I do funerals for people I don’t know. Usually when I bring the message at a funeral service, I know the person for at least a few years. Because of this I don’t bring a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Palm Sunday

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 3, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 14,611 views

    Palm Sunday reveals to us the motif of Jesus’ Messiahship - The Suffering Servant

    Thornage/ Stiffkey 04-04-04 This morning’s Gospel reading describes Jesus’ Triumphal entry into Jerusalem - which happened at the beginning of one of the most momentous weeks in Antiquity – in AD 29. Resume. Jesus decided to go into Jerusalem, even though it was a dangerous place for him. ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Prisoners Of Hope

    Contributed by Paul Wallace on Oct 12, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 6,652 views

    We must remember those who are suffering for their faith around the world.

    Prisoners of Hope Persecution has not been in America, but it is coming. In fact in some ways it has already started. The government is watching us, and have tore down our sign out front as a warning for us to no longer continue having worship services that aren’t state sponsored. We have ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The God Of All Comfort

    Contributed by Robert Brent on Oct 22, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 5,795 views

    God’s comfort can be a present reality to all who suffer.

    “The God Of All Comfort” [2 Corinthians 1:3-7] Everybody likes to be comfortable.... Thermapedic mattress $2500.00.... This book begins with a doxology..... about suffering and comfort. The Greek word rendered comfort/consolation is found 10 times in these verses. The word tribulation thilipsis ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Great Are Thy Mercies, O Lord Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 1, 2001
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,827 views

    CALLING UPON THE MERCY OF GOD IS THE PATHWAY TO DELIVERANCE FROM SUFFERING FOR THE RIGHTEOUS

    BIG IDEA: CALLING UPON THE MERCY OF GOD IS THE PATHWAY TO DELIVERANCE FROM SUFFERING FOR THE RIGHTEOUS I. (:153-156) THREE PLEAS FOR DELIVERANCE FROM SUFFERING A. (:153) Rescue Me 1. Appeals to the Lord’s Compassion "Look upon my affliction and rescue me" Look with the idea of seeing my need and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Blessed Are Those Who Are Presecuted For Righteousness Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 1, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,932 views

    Blessed are thsoe who are doing the Lord work and suffer for righteousness sake.

    “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness” Matthew 5:1-5:12 This sermon came from prayer and ideas from my colleagues at sermoncentral Introduction- Mt 5:1-5:12 This morning we are winding down the series from the Sermon on the Mount. The character building sermons of ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Rodney Kelley avatar

    The Well Of The Bride Series

    Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 17, 2010
     | 4,836 views

    Christians suffering from a dehydrated life need to go to the Well of Service.

    Intro: This story is rich in Sermons! We could preach on the Will of the Father, the Servant seeking the Bride, or the Son, but tonight I want look at the practical, not the typical aspect of the story. Rebekah is an Old Testament picture of the church or the Bride of Christ. As we see what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Three Introductions Series

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Nov 12, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,302 views

    In Genesis 3:15, we see the introduction of Satan, suffering, and the Savior.

    Three Introductions Gen. 3:15 INTRO.: ILLUS.:Weatherman. In the Bible prophecy is very important. It validates the Bible as God’s Word. It validates Jesus’ claims to be the Son of God. There are more than 300 prophecies of the Christ in the Old Testament. They are all fulfilled in Jesus. This is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Freedom Isnt Free, Persecution Comes To The Church.

    Contributed by H. Junior Beasley on Jun 7, 2014
     | 3,470 views

    Speaks of the Positive Mindset that comes from being ready to suffer persecution.

    Gal 5:1 Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage. Free, Freedom what does that mean? Freedom is a Paradox Word. In the Midst of Suffering there is Joy…….Generosity in poverty…Power in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Praying Through Persecution Lesson 3 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 13, 2019
     | 4,651 views

    Your suffering guarantees your present faith and your future fate.

    A. 1 PETER 4:12-19 “Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ’s sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad with exceeding joy. If you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Welch avatar

    Walk In Unity Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Apr 10, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,857 views

    22nd in Ephesians series dealing with a worthy walk with long-suffering

    “Walk in Unity” Ephesians 4:4-6 I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-3 II. Our Worthy Walk in Christ 4-6 A. Walk in Unity 1. Exhortation to walk worthy of our calling 1 2. Characteristics of a worthy walk in unity 2-3 Walk worthy of your calling by… “Walking with all ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • RAY MCKENDRY avatar

    Responsibility And Consequences

    Contributed by Ray Mckendry on Feb 29, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,167 views

    That if you know God you will respond in faith and obedience or suffer the consequences.

    SERMON: February 28, 2016 RESPONSIBILITY AND CONSEQUENCES 1 Cor 10: 1-13 Old Testament Examples 1 “Moreover, brethren, I do not want you to be unaware that all our fathers were under the cloud, all passed through the sea, 2 all were baptized into Moses in the cloud and in the sea, 3 all ate ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist