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  • Phil Anderson avatar

    "It May Seem Muddy But Hang In There!"

    Contributed by Phil Anderson on Jun 9, 2004
    based on 97 ratings
     | 23,503 views

    How to respond to the hardships and "slimy pits" we face in our lives...

    “It May Seem Muddy But Hang in There” Psalm 40:1-3 PS 40:1 I waited patiently for the LORD; he turned to me and heard my cry. 2 He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire; he set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand. 3 He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Our Hiding Place

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Sep 15, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 10,048 views

    In times of hardship and disaster, our mighty God provides a safe and secure hiding placed--a place of refuge.

    Our Hiding Place Psalm 57:1-3 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Pastors get asked questions all the time. Here are a few actual letters that kids have sent to ministers: Č Dear Pastor, does God like everybody? If so, He never met my sister. (Arnold, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Anointed Pillows

    Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 24, 2002
    based on 31 ratings
     | 6,015 views

    Communicate God’s Peace can be found in family hardships

    Anointed Pillows A fugitive of justice, fleeing the wrath of his brother caused by the greatest trickery of his life. Jacob had missed the right of inheritance by just minutes as he clutched the heel of his brother while escaping his mother’s womb. Yet he was second born and according to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    A Proper Perspective On Pain

    Contributed by James Crenshaw, Jr on Sep 8, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,471 views

    This sermon helps to provide a Biblical Perspective on Personal Pain and Hardship.

    Sermon: A Proper Perspective on Pain Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-9 INTRODUCTION. On Saturday, July 17th, 1999 the world woke up to yet another apparent tragedy for the family of John F. Kennedy. Young John F. Kennedy, Jr.‘s plane never made it to its destination of Martha’s Vineyard....... The ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Even Great Faith Needs A Mediator

    Contributed by Paul Carlson on Feb 16, 2009
     | 3,032 views

    How can I make it through my unbearable hardship?

    Even Great Faith Needs a Mediator Job 9 PROPOSITION: Because Christ victoriously conquered suffering, rest in Him to carry you through your hardships. I. Submit to God’s working in your life. 9:1-13 A. I know the doctrine of God’s justice! (1) 1. He is holy and just. 2. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Shall Not Want PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,572 views

    God is our unfailing and sufficient provider, even in times of hardship.

    Good morning, family! Today, we're going to be diving into one of the most comforting and beloved passages in the Bible, Psalms 23:2. "He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters." This verse beautifully encapsulates a truth that we, as believers, can hold onto: God is ...read more

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    Our Anchor Of Hope Series

    Contributed by Greg Hanson on Apr 14, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 20,376 views

    Despite all the hardships we may have to endure, we have an anchor of hope. This message talks about the basis of that hope.

    The last couple of weeks we’ve been talking about Staying Afloat in the Storms of Life. We’ve talked about how we all have to endure storms… times of upheaval… that come our way. Most of the time these storms are unexpected. They come upon us suddenly and we don’t have a whole lot of time to ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    What To Do With A Bum Knee Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 30, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,366 views

    To develop a more finely-tuned attitude toward hardships and to develop a plan that will help to regularly grow through events that stretch us

    1. Title: What To Do With a Bum Knee 2. Text: Hebrews 12:4-13 (12:3-29) 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM crowd. September 17, 2006, in the series “Nothing Better Than The Best” 4. Objectives: -for the people to understand how difficulties are used by God for our good; what a right ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Exploring Options

    Contributed by Allegra Mcgrew on Aug 26, 2002
    based on 47 ratings
     | 4,965 views

    Sermon explores Moses leading the children of Israel.

    There will in everyone’s life be difficulties, problems, and situations that you feel you cannot endure, never mention, rise up against and conquer. Because of our fear, and the uncertainty of what will happen if we act, we do nothing, we sit in stagnation, and we settle. Too afraid and unable ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Knowledge That Changes Everything Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Sep 5, 2002
    based on 150 ratings
     | 19,058 views

    Three things Christians know that empower them to face horrible suffering with courage and hope.

    Note: This sermon was introduced with a video clip from the North American Missions Board of the Southern Baptists called "Where Were You?" Where were you? I can still remember exactly where I was when I first heard the news on the radio about the World Trade Center. I was taking my oldest son to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Christ Offers

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 5, 2002
    based on 205 ratings
     | 7,865 views

    A 9/11 Remembrance message

    What Christ Offers Selected Passages September 8th, 2002 9/11 Remembrance Service Introduction One year ago the clear skies of New York, Washington D.C. and rural Pennsylvania were pierced by hijacked airplanes and a diabolical plan to pierce the soul of our nation. One year ago we woke up from ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Faithful In The Midst Of Discouragement Series

    Contributed by Dale Harlow on Sep 5, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 16,300 views

    Encouragement to stay faithful in the midst of trials and discouragement.

    A grandchild sitting on her grandfather’s lap listening to the Bible story of Noah’s Ark, asked "Were you in the Ark, grandpa?" He chuckled and replied, "Why, no I wasn’t." There was a pause, and the child looked up at him quizzically and asked, "Then why weren’t you drowned?" If that is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Ouch, That Hurts!

    Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Sep 6, 2002
    based on 88 ratings
     | 8,271 views

    Nothing is more fagile than a bruised reed or a smoldering wick. Jesus can uncover our hidden pain and bring healing to our lives.

    Imagine you are in the doctor’s office. The patient has had your patience tested because it’s now 4:10 and your appointment was scheduled for 3:00. You didn’t really want to be there for your general physical; you feel just fine, but you had no choice. Nevertheless you smile as the doctor ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    What Does 9.11 Make Of Us?

    Contributed by Don Hawks on Sep 6, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 2,336 views

    In spite of the tragedy, what “man meant for evil, God used for good”, thus how will Christians and American citizens be a part of the reshaping of culture since 9.11.01?

    (Power Point available--email author) SLIDE 1 “WHAT DOES 9.11 MAKE OF US?” 8:30 with Video presentation (adapted from Leonard Sweet’s message on 9.11) Slide 2 “Night fell on a different world.” These are some of the first words President George Bush used to reflect on September 11, 2001. Slide ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    What Does 9.11 Make Of Us? Outline

    Contributed by Don Hawks on Sep 6, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 2,650 views

    Outline for full text message by same title

    “WHAT DOES 9.11 MAKE OF US?” How I Will Open My Heart, Mind, and Door Sunday, September 8, 2002 Bethany Church Pastor Don Hawks God turned into good what you meant for evil. Genesis 50:20 (NLT). Pay all your debts, except the debt of love for others. You can never finish paying that! If you ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist