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  • Hard Lessons About Hard Times Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 9, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,534 views

    Trials are designed to teach us so that our conduct and character change.

    Hard Lessons About Hard Times 1 Peter 4:12-19 Rev. Brian Bill March 7-8, 2015 Several years ago I took one of our daughters to a Demolition Derby. I loved watching the drivers demolish and destroy one another. We saw some great smash-ups and did a lot of laughing. I didn’t know much about ...read more

  • Hard Lessons From Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Feb 26, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,345 views

    What we learn from our suffering sometimes is difficult for us to understand and accept, but God is faithful and will bring us thru...

    Sermon Brief Date Written: January 16, 2010 Date Preached: January 17, 2010 Where Preached: Oak Park (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Series on Job Sermon Title: Hard Lessons from Wisdom Sermon Text: Job 28 [HCSB] 20 Where then does wisdom come from, and where is ...read more

  • The Well, The Women, And The Wait Series

    Contributed by Brian Williams on Feb 18, 2025
     | 189 views

    We all have unsettled issues in our hearts. Some want to put a lot of time and distance between these unresolved issues, even a change of scenery, which may be necessary to get some clarity. I believe God wants us to identify these issues and work through them.

    The Well, the Women, and the Wait Genesis 29:1-30 16 Feb 2025 Last week, Scott spoke from Genesis 28 where Jacob was running from his brother Esau who was planning to kill him because he took the family blessing and inheritance that he was expecting to get. Jacob was on the run as a fugitive, ...read more

  • "Hard To Learn Lessons"

    Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 10, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 3,585 views

    There are many hard to learn lessons in the Christian life.

    "HARD TO LEARN LESSONS" Dr. Dennis Deese - Fan The Flame Ministries, Inc. EZEKIEL 24:15-27 ETS: Ezekiel and the Jews had to learn some hard to learn lessons ESS: There are many hard to learn lessons in the Christian life. Introduction: The August 1992 Hurricane Andrew left more than 50,000 ...read more

  • A Lesson Hard Learned Series

    Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 31, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,745 views

    Let’s learn from the life of Jonah

    INTRO: A minister, boy scout, computer expert were the only passengers on a small plane. Pilot came back to the cabin and said the plane was going down and there were only three parachutes and four people. Pilot: “I should take one because I have a wife and three small children” (took & jumped). ...read more

  • Learning A Lesson - The Hard Way Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Nov 19, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,067 views

    Let us not be a hard to be taught as was Jonah.

    Learning a Lesson – THE HARD WAY! Jonah 4:1-4 * When our son, Jonathon, was born, it didn’t take us very long to discover he was what is commonly called, “a strong willed child.” In fact, Deb bought the book by James Dobson which helped deal with this little bundle of stubbornness. We all giggle ...read more

  • A Lesson Learned The Hard Way Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 30, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,229 views

    In this lesson King David learns that we must learn and obey the commands of God. Unfortunately, he learns that lesson the hard way.

    Introduction: A. I love the old story of the man who bought a horse from the preacher. 1. The preacher told the man that it was a great old horse, but it had a few quirks. 2. The most important thing to remember is that the horse won’t go unless you say, “Praise the Lord,” and the horse won’t stop ...read more

  • Lessons Learned The Hard Way

    Contributed by David Cook on Aug 8, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,648 views

    4 Lessons Joshua and the people of God had to learn the hard way.

    These are the nominees for the Chevy Nova Award. This is given in honor of the GM’s fiasco in trying to market this car in Central and South America. "No va" means, in Spanish, "No go." 1. An American T-shirt maker in Miami printed shirts for the Spanish market which promoted the Pope’s visit. ...read more

  • Learning The Hard Way

    Contributed by Sean Smuts on Jan 15, 2003
    based on 15 ratings
     | 2,341 views

    A Lesson on Forgiveness and repentance

    Text: Psalm 51 Jim Smuts Subject: Forgiveness Theme: Divine Forgiveness "Learning The Hard Way" Introduction: Someone once said, "Forgiveness is like the violet sending forth its pure fragrance on the heel of the boot of the one who crushed it." Explanation: David’s sin ...read more

  • Hard Words To Hard Hearts

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Mar 15, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,567 views

    Jesus words of rebuke in Luke 11 hit the nerve. Those he spoke to were determined to get revenge. If only they could have seen who He is. If only we could see today.

    We are entering the middle of Luke’s gospel now and already Jesus is engaging battle with the Jewish leaders. This is an ongoing battle that will ultimately lead to Jesus’ crucifixion and he knows it well, but does not show any signs of shrinking back. Jesus’ very presence should command respect, ...read more

  • Lesson 3

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 14, 2011
     | 635 views

    Explaining and learning the background behind many hard to understand Bible verses.

    A. INTRODUCTION: WHY PEOPLE HAVE QUESTIONS 1. Demands a response: How is a question different from other English sentences? a. Confusion. Why does the enemy ask questions? “Has God indeed said you shall not eat?” (Gen. 3:1). b. Conviction. Why does Jesus ask a question? ...read more

  • Hard To Understand Bible Verses Lesson 3 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 12, 2019
     | 2,421 views

    Why People Have Questions

    A. INTRODUCTION: WHY PEOPLE HAVE QUESTIONS 1. Demands a response: How is a question different from other English sentences? a. Confusion. Why does the enemy ask questions? “Has God indeed said you shall not eat?” (Gen. 3:1). b. Conviction. Why does Jesus ask a question? “Woman, where are ...read more

  • Learning The Hard Way Series

    Contributed by Bob Hunter on Nov 7, 2005
    based on 87 ratings
     | 35,974 views

    Are you the type of person who learns things the hard way? King Nebuchadnezzar was a slow learner. Contemporary sermon with solid practical outline. Use it in series.

    Nebuchadnezzar: Learning the hard way Daniel Ch. 4 Intro: Have you ever wondered why some people choose to learn things the hard way? King Nebuchadnezzar was that type of person. Nothing came easy for him. He was a perpetural slow learner when it came to spirituality. If given the choice ...read more

  • Encountering The Mystery Of God's Will

    Contributed by Jung Lee on Mar 30, 2024
     | 744 views

    The story of Elijah, a widow, and her son in 1 Kings 17 showcases God's provision and the power of faith during hardship, revealing His enduring love and support.

    Introduction In the ups and downs of life, there's a story from the Bible about Elijah, a widow, and her son that shines like a ray of hope. This tale is told in 1 Kings 17, during a tough time of hunger across the land. It's a story that shows us how God is always there, ready to help when ...read more

  • Work Hard, Pray Hard

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Sep 21, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,806 views

    We serve God and others in our daily labors and activities. As we share God’s love and the good news of Jesus Christ, God calls us to work hard and pray hard.

    Ecclesiastes 2:24-26, 12:9-14 “Work Hard, Pray Hard” INTRODUCTION For over one hundred years, the people of the United States have celebrated Labor Day on the first Monday of September. Labor Day began as a concession by the government for its poor, violent handling of the Pullman Railroad ...read more