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  • Charles Payne avatar

    Running With Horses

    Contributed by Charles Payne on Oct 28, 2025
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    When God asked Jeremiah the question, “If you can't run with men, how will you run with horses?” Is he defining purpose behind the trials of life are we in training for bigger things?

    “RUNNING WITH HORSES” TEXT “If you have run with the footmen, and they have wearied you, then how can you contend with horses?” (Jer. 12:5) PROLOGUE Question: when God asked Jeremiah the question, “If you can't run with men, how will you run with horses?” Is he defining purpose behind the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Stephen Belokur avatar

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

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Aug 5, 2015
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     | 18,129 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

  • Mark Green avatar

    Is It Worth It To Live In And Live Out Christ Series

    Contributed by Mark Green on Mar 9, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,873 views

    It is worth it to live in Christ’s presence and live out His presence even if it means persecution.

    Scooter…Harley (both on stage). Many of us would like to believe that there is really little difference between a scooter and a Harley. Both of them are shiny, have wheels and handle bars. Both of them can be used for transportation. You can get somewhere on both of them. But let’s be honest. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Paul Apple avatar

    Faithful Followers

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,755 views

    Big Idea: FAITHFUL FOLLOWERS HELP THE PERSECUTED CHURCH STAND STRONG IN THE GRACE OF GOD H.

    Big Idea: FAITHFUL FOLLOWERS HELP THE PERSECUTED CHURCH STAND STRONG IN THE GRACE OF GOD H. Gordon Selfridge built up one of the world's larges department stores in London. He achieved success by being a leader, not a boss. Here is his own comparison of the two types of executives: The boss drives ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Russell Brownworth avatar

    Preaching Jesus Everywhere

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Nov 29, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
     | 5,603 views

    When the church functions as the body of Christ, members can count on these three: power, persecution and a pathway

    THE WINDOW Bible-Teaching Ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC a fellowship of faith, family and friendships Acts 5:16-42 November 28, 2004 god’s family, the church, is certainly not one-dimensional. A great many folks outside the church would look at the church and say ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    The Empire Strikes Back Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Mar 27, 2008
     | 4,022 views

    Exposition of Acts 12:1-17 regarding the attack of Herod on the church and the churches response to persecution

    Text: Acts 12:1-17, Title: The Empire Strikes Back, Date/Place: NRBC, 3/30/08, AM A. Opening illustration: Ignatius Kung was ordained as a Bishop of Shanghai in 1949, shortly after the communists took over China. The Chinese government pressured him to align his loyalties to the "Chinese Catholic ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The "be" Attitudes 09

    Contributed by Guy Glass on May 8, 2023
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    Thie is the last of the series on the beatitudes and deals with the nature, reason, and encouragement when we face persecution.

    THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT THE “BE” ATTITUDE’S PART 9 MATTHEW 5:10-12 MATTHEW 5:10–12 BLESSED ARE THOSE WHO ARE PERSECUTED BECAUSE OF RIGHTEOUSNESS, FOR THEIRS IS THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN. 11 “BLESSED ARE YOU WHEN PEOPLE INSULT YOU, PERSECUTE YOU AND FALSELY SAY ALL KINDS OF EVIL AGAINST YOU BECAUSE OF ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Happy Are The Humble -- Part 2 Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 29, 2019
     | 3,176 views

    If you want to be truly happy, demonstrate humility in mercy, purity, making peace, and accepting persecution.

    Orla Shup, of Albion, Pennsylvania, was babysitting her pastor’s 3-year-old daughter, playing their favorite game together, Go Fish. One evening, after winning several rounds, the little girl kept bragging about how good she was. Jokingly, Shup said to her, “I'm going to have to teach you a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Boldness In The Face Of Opposition Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 27, 2025
     | 190 views

    Spirit-filled believers are empowered to stand fearlessly for Christ, even in the face of threats, persecution, or opposition.

    BOLDNESS IN THE FACE OF OPPOSITION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 4:13-20 Key Verse: “We cannot but speak the things which we have seen and heard.” (Acts 4:20) Supporting Texts: Joshua 1:9; 2 Timothy 1:7; Ephesians 6:19-20; Proverbs 28:1 INTRODUCTION: The early Church faced fierce ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Two Kinds Of Wisdom (Part 2)

    Contributed by Tony Miano on May 21, 2001
    based on 94 ratings
     | 6,174 views

    In these last two verses of James 3, we see what’s behind godly wisdom (v. 17a). We see what’s at the center of godly wisdom (v. 17b). And we see what follows godly wisdom (v. 18).

    Two Kinds of Wisdom (Part 2) James 3:17-18 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church May 20, 2001 Introduction: “Ken Walker writes in Christian Reader that in the 1995 college football season 6-foot-2-inch, 280-pound Clay Shiver, who played center for the Florida State ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Standing On The Word Of God Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Aug 14, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,810 views

    To stand strong, make sure you are being discipled by fellow believers and by faithful Bible exposition.

    Standing on the Word of God 2 Timothy 3:10-17 Rev. Brian Bill August 12-13, 2023 A week ago, Beth and I were in New Jersey where I spoke at a Bible Conference at America’s Keswick. The good news is you guys finally had some good preaching around here as Pastor Chris and Pastor Kyle faithfully ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Going With The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Aug 21, 2020
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     | 7,664 views

    We gather to grow, and we scatter to sow.

    Last weekend we focused on the beatitude of Jesus found in Matthew 5:4: “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” We were encouraged to lament our losses, to be sorrowful about our sins, to cry over the condition of Christians and non-Christians, and to weep for our world. While ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark A. Barber avatar

    I Feel Your Pain

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 7, 2018
     | 5,013 views

    We have a merciful High Priest who has walked where we have walked.

    I Feel Your Pain Hebrews 5:5-10 The Epistle to the Hebrews is a treasure trove for Christians, even though one has to have a good understanding of the Old Testament to mine this trove. It shows the relation between the Old Testament and its promises, and their fulfillment in Jesus Christ. Let us ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Mike Hays avatar

    Nothing Compares

    Contributed by Mike Hays on May 31, 2004
    based on 38 ratings
     | 9,363 views

    Godly wisdom is more valuable than silver, gold, or precious gems.

    No Comparison! Proverbs 3:13-26 Last Sunday we celebrated “Graduation Sunday.” We honored 19 of our graduates and prayed for them as they make important decisions about their futures. We all realize that the transition from high school to college is an important time in life. Young people have to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    Raised From Death Unto Life

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 12, 2020
     | 3,153 views

    Peter knew the church faced much persecution in the first century. As they continued to endure adversity, he pointed them to Jesus, the Author and Finisher of our faith. Persecution might continue, but they had been raised from death unto life in Christ.

    Raised from Death unto Life 1 Peter 4: 1-6 Peter set the tone for the message he sought to convey as he introduced himself to the reader. He addressed them as strangers scattered throughout the Roman provinces. This served two basic principles – 1) Peter revealed to the believers that he was aware ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist