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  • John Crowe avatar

    Stnding Up For Those Who Are Persecuted

    Contributed by John Crowe on Oct 29, 2015
     | 2,360 views

    A short outline by Randel Everett, founder and President of the Wilberforce Alliance

    Why should churches in the West defend fellow Christians who are being persecuted? 1. We are commanded to do so (Hebrews 13:3). 2. We are following in the ministry example of Jesus (Luke 4:18). 3. Because the proclamation of the good news of Jesus is hindered in closed societies (Romans ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    As Sheep Among Wolves

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on May 27, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 744 views

    Jesus gives His followers advice on how to respond, and even reply, in the face of persecution. He also assures them that they will be guided and empowered by the Holy Spirit to accomplish their mission.

    I have entitled our message today, “As Sheep Among Wolves.” The title is based on the very first verse of our passage, where Jesus told His followers, “Behold, I send you out as sheep in the midst of wolves” (v. 16). Now, I am going to go ahead and start with an exposition. The word sheep ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Living Godly In A Ungodly World Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 4, 2020
     | 7,969 views

    living in this life for Christ is impossible without Christ dwelling and empowering you.

    Living Godly in an unholy world 2 Timothy 3:10-17 Good morning- Prayer- Father, this morning we desire to come to you with the hopes and promises of Jesus. We hope that you will be with us and guide us and lead us into worship and an intimate time of you speaking to our open hearts and minds ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Chris Surber avatar

    Pilgrim's Path Part-8 The Persecuted

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Feb 24, 2009
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     | 3,404 views

    We, like those pilgrim forefathers of the Church in America and the Early Church, are called to be fools for Christ!

    The Pilgrim’s Path Part-8, Mathew 5:1-12 The Persecuted Introduction One hundred Puritans sail across the ocean on the “Mayflower” and in New England find a home where they can serve God according to the dictates of their conscience. Persecution in England being continued, men cross the Atlantic ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Kevin L. Jones avatar

    The Reality Of Christian Persecution (Part 1)

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Apr 24, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 15,521 views

    A sermon examining the persecution endured by Christians throughout history.

    THE REALITY OF CHRISTIAN PERSECUTION (Part 1) Acts 4:1-4 (Antioch Baptist Church: Wednesday, August 5th, 2025) A woman in India watches as her sister is dragged off by Hindu nationalists. She doesn’t know if her sister is alive or dead. A man in a North Korean prison camp is shaken awake ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Persecuted For Righteousness’ Sake! (Hix)

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Dec 14, 2013
     | 4,416 views

    People often dislike or despise something or someone that is different, and that is why, Christians can become the victims of discrimination and persecution

    Matthew 5:10-12-Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven. “Blessed are you when they revile and persecute you, and say all kinds of evil against you falsely for My sake. Rejoice and be exceedingly glad, for great is your reward in heaven, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Bless Those Who Persecute You Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 7, 2014
    based on 81 ratings
     | 28,494 views

    Paul talks about how to be blessed with an inheritance from God. 1- Bless and don’t curse 2- Rejoice and mourn 3- Demote and associate 4- Befriend and don’t repay

    INTRO.- ILL.- A woman's husband dies. He had $20,000 left to his name. After everything is done at the funeral home and cemetery, she tells her closest friend that there is no money left. The friend says, "How can that be? You told me he had $20,000 a few days before he died. How could you be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Lesson 3: Praying Through Persecution

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 21, 2011
     | 1,028 views

    How to deal with persecution as Christians.

    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 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 3: Praying Through Persecution

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 2, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 624 views

    Learning how to pray against those who attempt to harm you or your family.

    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 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 3: Praying Through Persecution

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 9, 2011
     | 887 views

    Understanding persecution and why, as Christians, we will be persecuted and how to handle it.

    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 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Victor Ramlall avatar

    Persecution Vs The Insuppressible, Irresistable Gospel Series

    Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Sep 8, 2011
     | 3,775 views

    The gospel and the Holy Ghost combination is unstoppable and will be victorious over all obstacles.

    Acts 8 General outline 1. Introduction of Saul's exploits against the church 2. The result of persecutions against the church 3. Philip's ministry in Samaria 4. The Baptism in the Holy Ghost 5. Simon (the sorcerer) vs Simon (Peter) 6. Christ's Ambassador meets Ethiopia's Secretary of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Elmer Towns avatar

    Praying Through Persecution Lesson 3 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 13, 2019
     | 4,532 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

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    We Witness Despite Persecution And Exile Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 8, 2018
     | 3,169 views

    Preaching and living a lifestyle conditioned by the precepts of the Gospel is not a particularly popular path, and may get you shunned, even exiled.

    Thursday of 23rd Week in Course 2018 St. John Chrysostom Today I am celebrating the sixteenth anniversary of the ordination of the diaconate class of 2002, and therefore my own ordination. As a preacher, it’s particularly happy to be ordained on the feast of St. John Chrysostom, who is the patron ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    Persecution--Coming To A Church Near You? Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 14, 2021
     | 1,460 views

    We have two challenges: to make faith in Our Lord known and to so act that Americans turn back to Christ and the Church and repent and are healed. And at the foundation of that effort, we must pray, pray, pray.

    Feast of St Agnes 2021 Saint Agnes was martyred in the persecution of Diocletian, right about the year of our Lord 303. Now we in the United States tend to think in terms of four to eight years, the length of a presidential administration. But just imagine what life was like in the last half of ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Chris Swanson avatar

    Why Are We To Prepare Ourselves For Persecution?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Mar 30, 2025
     | 121 views

    We should not be afraid of what may happen to us because of our faith. Trust in God to help guide us through what we may face.

    Why Are We to Prepare Ourselves for Persecution? Matthew 10:16-42 In verses sixteen - eighteen: The resistance of the Pharisees would resemble assaulting wolves. The only expectation that the disciples have is to seek their Shepherd for assurance. We might even confront comparable aggression. Like ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible