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    Wayfaring Strangers Part 14-" The Fair Is In October " Series

    Contributed by Randy Edwards on Jun 5, 2018
     | 4,127 views

    part 14 0rf our 1 Peter study

    Wayfaring Strangers A study of 1 Peter Part 14 “The fair is in October and we don’t have tickets” 1 Peter 3:13-17 Today we are going to continue our study of 1 Peter titled wayfaring strangers Last week we looked at Peter’s checklist of spiritual maturity As he prepared us for the suffering ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preaching To A Heathen And Superstitious People

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 8, 2014
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    If you live for Christ, opposition will come.

    JUN 2 2013PM Preaching to a Heathen and Superstitious People Acts 14:8-20 There was a preacher who was an avid golfer. Every chance he got, he could be found on the golf course. It was his obsession. One Sunday was a picture-perfect day for golf. The sun was out, no clouds in the sky, and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When God Says 'no'

    Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Jul 22, 2018
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     | 7,752 views

    Sometimes God says no. When you are weakened by His answer, He will strengthen you by His grace.

    The late Chuck Colson of Watergate fame shared his experience when God said NO. The great paradox [of my life] is that every time I walk into a prison and see the faces of men or women who have been transformed by the power of the living God, I realize that the thing God has chosen to use in my ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Death In The Pot

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 24, 2021
     | 5,926 views

    So, what does this passage in 2 Kings 4 have to do with us? I told you at the beginning that this was an odd passage in the life of the prophet Elisha and it has an important message for us today. That message is all about the action word “faith.”

    DEATH IN THE POT 2 KINGS 4:38-44 #faith #deathinthepot INTRODUCTION… Bad Meal Last Week (p) I do the majority of the dinner preparation in our home. I think I am a fantastic cook. My family would probably say I am an average cook because when I decide to throw together things in my own way that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    In God's Hands Through Trials SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
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     | 1,227 views

    Regardless of our struggles, we must always remember and believe that we are securely held in God's hands.

    No matter what we go through, it is comforting to know and believe that we are still in the hands of the Lord. Life brings troubles, setbacks, pain, loneliness, disappointments, and sickness, but through it all, we can find solace in knowing that we are still in the hands of the Lord. Well, being ...read more

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    Stormy Seas

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Apr 28, 2023
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    The bible is full of exciting stories. Some of them involve tumultuous weather on the open seas. In Acts 27, Paul was on a ship headed for Rome. They were hoping to make it to Crete and winter there. But their smooth sailing became incredibly rough.

    STORMY SEAS Acts 27:13-44 The bible is full of exciting stories. Some of them involve tumultuous weather on the open seas. We have the story of the violent storm that threatened the lives of the Apostles while Jesus was asleep. They woke him and Jesus quieted the storm. There's the story of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Model Encourager

    Contributed by Mike Bryant on Jan 13, 2024
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    In 1 Thes 2:13-3:13, Paul gives us a wonderful model of an encourager, demonstrating the many ways in which we can encourage one another.

    I. Acts 17 gives us an account of Paul’s preaching of the gospel in Thessalonica. A. During his Second Missionary Journey, having just been arrested on false charges, beaten, jailed, and run out of town in Philippi, Paul and his companions came to Thessalonica. There he very quickly converted ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Patmos

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 28, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,056 views

    To encourage the church by showing Christ’s authority over, rule of, and participation in the hardships of life.

    PATMOS Revelation 1:9-10 Sermon Objective: To encourage the church by showing Christ’s authority over, rule of, and participation in the hardships of life. Supporting Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:10-13; Psalm 24:7-10; Psalm 72:1-11; James 4:8; 1 John 4:4 Special note: Pastor Ken used a soloist to ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Deliverance From The Spirit Of Delay

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 7, 2025
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    Delay is a weapon the enemy uses to frustrate divine timing, hinder breakthroughs, and prolong seasons of hardship.

    DELIVERANCE FROM THE SPIRIT OF DELAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 10:12-14 "Then said he unto me, Fear not, Daniel: for from the first day that thou didst set thine heart to understand, and to chasten thyself before thy God, thy words were heard, and I am come for thy words. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 16, 2024
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     | 1,064 views

    Explores how faith in Christ provides strength, hope, and holiness to overcome life's challenges and hardships.

    Good morning, beloved friends. I am thrilled to be standing before you today, not because I am worthy, but because the grace of God makes me so. His grace is sufficient, isn’t it? We are here together, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. We gather, not as strangers, but as brothers and ...read more

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    God Of Suffering: How We Can Experience God In Struggle And Pain Series

    Contributed by Charles Wallis on Jan 31, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,128 views

    The effects of persecution and struggle caused the church to grow and experience more of God’s power. We can experience God in struggle and pain because He is found in suffering and walks with us through it.

    The God of Suffering: How we can experience God in struggle, pain, and suffering. Intro: How do you feel about struggle, suffering, and pain? Explanation: Acts 10-11 1. Peters has a vision for all people…(“all nations”) 2. Everyone is not happy… 3. A new church is born out of struggle Text: ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Lessons About Prayer From Life's Battlefield Series

    Contributed by Noel Atkinson on Oct 17, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,074 views

    I. They learned that a trial often comes on the heels of a victory II. They learned that they could depend on God in battle III. They learned the value of prayer IV. They learned the importance of praying for one another Looking at moses on the battle

    Prayer part 1 LESSONS LEARNED ON LIFE’S BATTLEFIELD There are times when the walk of the Christian is difficult. It is difficult to live in community, it is difficult to pray, to read your bible and be responsible. This is so difficult that the government has to run ads on television ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Break The Hate! Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 9, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,619 views

    Jesus taught us to break the hate in our hearts and lives and to offer people love, prayers and forgiveness so that they would see that people who are a part of the Kingdom of Heaven are using a different operating system than this world.

    Series: Cliff Hangers Introduction: These teachings were risky, some would even say very dangerous, they would be teachings that would be opposite of what the religious leaders of the day were teaching, and they would become points of dissension and points of exhilaration. Some people would ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Surviving The Setbacks And Storms Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 19, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,637 views

    Life is that life is filled with setbacks and storms. Life is hard sometimes. We’re all going to suffer and it hurts, it’s no fun but it’s something we will all have to go through. But the other truth for you this morning is that we can overcome. We can s

    Surviving the Setbacks and Storms Philippians 4:6-7 Any of you who have ever played a board game know that one of the most important things to remember is the rules. In fact, most family arguments occurring during a board game are over disputes about the rules. If you don’t know the rules, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Sudden Storm

    Contributed by Jb Hall on Jul 4, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,705 views

    This sermon will help you see the purpose of sudden difficulties that erupt in your life; and how for you to respond to them.

    Sudden Storm Matthew 14:22 – 36 By: JB Hall Introduction: The event we will be considering is recorded in 3 of the gospels: Matthew 14:22 - 36, Mark 6:45 - 56, and John 6:15 – 21. Here’s the scene: The disciples had just finished serving 5,000 people as Jesus performed a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist