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  • David Moore avatar

    The Hard Gospel

    Contributed by David Moore on Feb 17, 2001
    based on 114 ratings
     | 11,100 views

    The gospel of Christ makes tough demands on people’s lives, these demands cannot be negated or compromised.

    The Hard Gospel By Pastor David Moore, Braehill Baptist Church, Belfast, Northern Ireland. Aim: To show that the gospel is “hard,” that its truths are tough and that it requires some difficult decisions. Text: Mark 10:17-23 Introduction: I will never forget many years ago visiting Belfast city ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Journey Of Progressive Sanctification: 7 Aspects Of Growth Toward Maturity

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 13, 2022
     | 1,905 views

    Join me now on the open seas, we're hovering over the waters and we're seeing a row boat, with a man rowing slowly toward a bright light. The boat is wooden, sturdy, but small. And it rows steadily. This is you, beginning your journey with Christ.

    Join me now on the open seas, we're hovering over the waters and we're seeing a row boat, with a man rowing slowly toward a bright light. The boat is wooden, sturdy, but small. And it rows steadily. This is you, beginning your journey with Christ. Now we flash many years into the future, ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Hard To Explain

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 30, 2013
     | 2,293 views

    To show that we need to aim for understanding every WORD of GOD we read by meditation.

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you have difficulty in understanding? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to aim for understanding every WORD of GOD we read by meditation. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 5:11 (Amplified Bible) 5:11 Concerning this we have much to say which is hard to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Hard Hearts Series

    Contributed by Aneel Aranha on Feb 15, 2021
     | 2,058 views

    A hard heart prevents us from understanding spiritual truths. What causes it, and what’s the antidote? [Watch video: https://youtu.be/xfdCdhRhS3I]

    Scripture Reading: Mark 8:14-21 The disciples had forgotten to bring bread, except for one loaf they had with them in the boat. “Be careful,” Jesus warned them. “Watch out for the yeast of the Pharisees and that of Herod.” They discussed this with one another and said, “It is because we have no ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God’s Amazing Grace When Life Is Hard

    Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on May 8, 2013
     | 6,077 views

    It is often in the difficult times of life that we grow the most in Christ. Those times when it may even seem as though God has forsaken us, are times we can look back at later, and see his presence and grace abiding with us. It is often in those times

    GOD’S GRACE WHEN LIFE IS HARD Rom. 5:1-11 INTRODUCTION: 1.)Several years ago Lanny and Marietta Wolfe wrote a hymn of the faith whose chorus goes: A.)"For whatever it takes to draw closer to you, Lord, That’s what I’ll be willing to do; For whatever it takes to be more like ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Finding God In The Wilderness

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 4, 2021
     | 2,215 views

    When we are going through hard times is not the time to start looking for the Lord. It is before so that He can help us through the tough times and walk us through with His Presence.

    Finding God in the wilderness Exodus chapter 3 Welcome to Rosedale! Good Morning! Almost two years to the day as I began to preach, there was a medical emergency and one of our people was taken by ambulance and almost died. We had to stop the service for her to get the care she needed. She was ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    No Longer A Slave To Misery! Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Mar 25, 2019
     | 4,426 views

    Why are some Christians so unhappy so much of the time? This sermon answers that question and explains how we can experience abiding joy that stays...even in the hard times.

    No Longer a Slave to MISERY! Series: No Longer Slaves Chuck Sligh March 25, 2019 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Please turn to John 15:11 INTRODUCTION Illus. – Mark Twain was a professional humorist whose lectures and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Perseverance Series

    Contributed by Tyler Edwards on May 11, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 24,545 views

    God is calling us to a relationship with Him but a relationship means nothing without perseverance. Where do we find the strength to carry on through hard times?

    5. Spiritual Disciplines Series May 17th, 2009 Perseverance A man is traveling down a long dirt road when he meets a guru. The man asks the guru, "Which way is success?" The bearded sage did not say anything but pointed to a place off in the distance. The man was thrilled by the prospect of quick ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Faith+love=obedience

    Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Jul 11, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,723 views

    WE LOVE GOD, WE TRUST GOD, SO WHY DO WE HAVE SUCH A HARD TIME DOING WHAT HE WANTS US TO DO?

    FAITH + LOVE= OBEDIENCE 1 JONH 5:1-14 INTRO: IF YOU LOVE SOMEONE DO YOU ALWAYS LISTEN TO THEM? 1: DO I LOVE GOD? A) DO I SEEK HIS WILL FOR MY LIFE? B) DO I CARE OR CONSIDER HOW SOMETHINGS IN MY LIFE MAKE GOD FEEL? C) DO I TRUST GOD WITH MY LIFE? D) HAVE I ASKED GOD TO REVEAL HIS WILL TO ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Accept One Another Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 1, 2021
     | 3,896 views

    This is an uncomfortable, difficult, and counter-culture teaching that is based solely on the love of Christ. They had a hard time with it - it was a shock to their system to hear it - but it was God’s way forward.

    -Building Up One Another- ACCEPT ONE ANOTHER Romans 15:7 Introduction Romans 15:7 “Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God.” In his letter of 16 chapters, he raises this in chap 15! This is an uncomfortable, difficult, and counter-culture teaching ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Being A Light In The World Today

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 19, 2023
     | 1,533 views

    This world has a hard time talking to each other. conversations escalate and being the light in a dark world is tough but possible with the Lord's help

    Being a light in the world today Luke 11:33-36 Good Morning Everyone - it is really Good to see you and we are glad that you are! Prayer- (being a light) The Psalmist tells us; The word of God is a lamp unto our feet and a light unto our path… the light of God keeps us in a right relationship ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Sowing In Hard Places

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Aug 6, 2012
    based on 16 ratings
     | 15,651 views

    SOWING BY ITS VERY NATURE IS ABOUT GETTING WHAT YOU WANT TO HAVE, NOT WHAT YOU ALREADY HAVE. You sow into dirt because you want strawberries. Three principles that show how hard sowing can be: The principle of death; delay; and the principle of deceit.

    Sowing in Hard Places How many of you have heard a preacher somewhere tell you that you want to sow your seed into good soil so that you can receive a good harvest? Makes sense that we should sow our seed into the best soil possible doesn’t it? No farmer in his right mind sows seed into bad soil. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Resting Is Hard Work PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 5, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 549 views

    Explores the concept of spiritual rest in God, its relevance in our lives, and our responsibility to embrace and live in this rest.

    Good morning, cherished family of God. As we gather in this sacred space, let's take a moment to pause, to breathe, to be still and know that He is God. In the hustle and bustle of life, it's so easy to lose sight of the peace and rest that our Father so generously offers us. We are often caught up ...read more

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    Persistent Prayer

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Nov 4, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,552 views

    Prayer can change circumstances and prayer can change us. The Lord has told us to pray and never give up, both of these things are very hard when you are going through a hard time.

    Persistent Prayer Luke 18:1-18:6 Introduction- We will continue to look at Jesus parables and how we can apply his teachings to our life. Last week we looked at honoring God with our lives and make sure that God gets the glory. This week we look at prayer-persistent prayer of the widow. Luke ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    But Life Is Too Hard Series

    Contributed by Christopher Roberts on Sep 13, 2002
    based on 50 ratings
     | 3,843 views

    Overall, Americans are “mostly” or “completely” satisfied with life despite having daily concerns. But sometimes life’s pressures burden us down. God wants us to know He is going to help us get back up

    Please e-mail me with any comments or if you use any part of this at your church at Mail4ChrisR@aol.com. I would love to hear about it. God Bless! - Chris Series: “What To Do” See also I Don’t Know What To Do; But I’m Disappointed; But I Just Can’t Win; What You Need, God Has) Colossians ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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