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  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Hard To Explain

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 30, 2013
     | 2,578 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
     | 2,422 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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    Faith+love=obedience

    Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Jul 11, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,100 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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    Perseverance Series

    Contributed by Tyler Edwards on May 11, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 26,231 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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    Accept One Another Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 1, 2021
     | 4,316 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

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    Our Directions Determines Our Destination (1 Of 2)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jun 19, 2025
     | 559 views

    In this scripture passage, I want to show you a family that lived among God’s people, and then due to some hard times, they packed up and moved.

    You might be saying, “So what!” People move from one city to another all the time because of HARD TIMES! That is correct, but anytime we find something in the Word of God, it is there for a reason. WHAT IS THE REASON GOD PUT THIS FAMILY IN THE SCRIPTURES FOR MOVING? Because it was a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Being A Light In The World Today

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 19, 2023
     | 2,207 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
     | 16,183 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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    Persistent Prayer

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Nov 4, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,217 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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    Resting Is Hard Work PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 5, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 933 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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  • Maurice McCarthy avatar

    Don't Faint

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Oct 11, 2012
    based on 66 ratings
     | 34,529 views

    A sermon on unanswered prayer, and a great visual illustration involving a cement block that goes along with the message

    Don't Faint (Props needed for illustration: 8x8x16 cement block, hammer) Lu 18:1 And he spake a parable unto them [to this end], that men ought always to pray, and not to faint; (KJV) Today I want to talk to you about fainting. I have an illustration that I am going to use in a few moments that ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    Take A Good Look At The Love Of God Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 24, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,217 views

    Behold the Father's love... 1. Because it helps us appreciate His affection (1a). 2. Because it helps us understand the world's rejection (vs. 1b). 3. Because it helps give us comfort in hard times (vs. 2a). 4. Because it promises our future perfection (vs. 2b).

    Take a Good Look at the Love of God 1 John 3:1-2 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The First Epistle of John (Prepared December 24, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Before we begin our study today, let me remind you that the Apostle John was a very old man by the time he wrote this letter. Bible scholars ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christopher Roberts avatar

    But Life Is Too Hard Series

    Contributed by Christopher Roberts on Sep 13, 2002
    based on 50 ratings
     | 4,413 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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    "choosing To Forgive"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 13, 2021
     | 2,840 views

    A sermon about the hard work of forgiveness.

    “Choosing to Forgive” Matthew 18:21-35 Ever have one of those days, months or years when nothing seems to go right? I mean, it’s like, no matter what you do somebody is mad at you. And you really are trying as hard as you can, but it only seems to make things worse. What do you ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Do You Not Realize?

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 25, 2020
     | 1,975 views

    Remember this, ‘it is time for corporate repentance’! Time for self examination and prayer, are you listening?

    Do you not realize? Exodus 10:7”……….Do you not realize that Egypt is destroyed?" The above statement is made by the servants of Pharaoh to none other than Pharaoh himself because by now the loss, agony, pain and destruction in Egypt was huge , therefore out of desperation they plead, ‘do ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal