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  • Ian Lyall avatar

    Don't Lose You Focus

    Contributed by Ian Lyall on May 20, 2010
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     | 15,312 views

    God's people were in exile, facing hardship and a sense of abandonment. But God's plan of resoration cannot fail; we must keep our focus

    The Jews were in exile in Babylon. They had turned their backs on their God, and they were, you might say, in a state on national depression. You only have to, for example, look at the words of Psalm 137: How could we sing the Lord's song in a foreign land? If I forget you, O Jerusalem, ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Lesson 3: The Bible Is Basic Food

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 24, 2007
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     | 2,440 views

    A solider must have self discipline. “You therefore must endure hardship as a good soldier of Jesus Christ” (II Tim. 2:3).

    A. DAILY BIBLE DISCIPLINE 1. B. Rations stands for basic and Bible. While B Rations might not have been enjoyable, it was nutrition and kept a solider healthy. 2. A solider must have self discipline. “You therefore must endure hardship as a good soldier of Jesus Christ” (II Tim. 2:3). 3. We must ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living On The Edge

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jul 16, 2006
    based on 16 ratings
     | 9,341 views

    If Paul was willing to endure hardship, face death, and live with risk, perhaps there are some small steps we might take to give everything for the gospel.

    Living on the Edge July 16, 2006 II Corinthians 6:1-13 Some years ago, I remember presiding at the funeral of one of the older ladies of the church. I noticed that one of the grandsons was in the congregation dressed in his army dress uniform. At the cemetery following the committal service, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    An Overview Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 31, 2018
     | 5,027 views

    God-pleasers are always men and women of faith. Faith is an individual choice, but also a legacy passed down by example, and it is most evident during hardship.

    An Overview of Faith The Progressive Story of Trusting God’s Word from Creation All the Way to You! (Hebrews 11:1-12:24) 1. A man was walking in the mountains just enjoying the scenery when he stepped too close to the edge of the mountain and started to fall. In desperation he reached out and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    James 5:7-12 Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jan 20, 2025
     | 841 views

    In the face of suffering, we are called to be patient, get ready, stand firm, stop grumbling, never give up, enduring hardship, and tell the truth

    James: Practical Faith  James 5:7-12 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church  01-19-2025 Pearls When an oyster gets a grain of sand, parasite, or food particle in its shell, there is no way to get rid of it. It irritates the inside of the oyster. The oyster probably prays, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Lord: Worthy To Be Praised PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 17, 2023
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     | 875 views

    This sermon explores Job's unwavering faith, emphasizing God's gracious gifts, His sovereign authority, and the importance of praising Him even in times of hardship.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this gathering of hearts and souls, united by our shared faith and love for the Lord. We are here today to open our minds and hearts to the divine wisdom of the scripture, to seek solace in God's word, and to find guidance in His teachings. As we come together in ...read more

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    Love That Never Gives Up Series

    Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Oct 23, 2023
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     | 2,859 views

    Learn how God’s unfailing love can inspire us to love others persistently, hopefully, and powerfully, even in the midst of challenges and hardships.

    Introduction: Dear friends and families, "Love and Family" - are two concepts that often go hand in hand. We often hear phrases like "blood is thicker than water" or "family is not defined by blood." These sayings remind us that love is at the core of any family, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Will Make A Way Through Your Jordan

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 30, 2025
     | 172 views

    Whatever your Jordan represents — an obstacle, fear, sickness, financial hardship, or opposition — God is able to part it and take you through to the other side.

    GOD WILL MAKE A WAY THROUGH YOUR JORDAN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joshua 3:1-17 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:2, Psalm 66:12, Exodus 14:21-22, 2 Corinthians 4:8-9, Romans 8:37 INTRODUCTION: Every believer will, at one point or another, face a “Jordan” — a challenge that appears too great ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 22, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 483 views

    This sermon encourages believers to use wisdom in their speech, navigate through life's hardships with grace, and live humbly, reflecting Christ's character in their daily lives.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a blessing to be gathered here in the house of the Lord, on this beautiful day that He has made? We have come together, not by chance, but by divine appointment, to hear from His Word and to grow in His grace. Today, we're going to spend some time in ...read more

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    When God Doesn't Heal PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 22, 2024
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     | 548 views

    This sermon explores how our weaknesses and hardships can deepen our dependence on Christ, leading to spiritual growth and a deeper understanding of God's grace.

    Good day, beloved family of God. I'm delighted to be with you today, as we gather in the presence of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Today, we are going to sit at the feet of the Apostle Paul, as he reveals to us, through his second letter to the Corinthians, a profound understanding of ...read more

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    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,252 views

    Many individuals are experiencing hardship because they failed to give all the glory to God, or they did not consider it important to thank God for every blessing they received.

    Gratitude is a spiritual force that empowers you to reach higher levels in life. Without gratitude, it is difficult to experience positive change. In the story of Jesus healing ten lepers, only one returned to express gratitude. This act caught Jesus' attention, highlighting the importance of ...read more

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    When Everything Falls Apart Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,298 views

    This sermon explores how to navigate through life's challenges and hardships by exercising patient endurance as taught by Jesus, with a focus on the bleak future he predicted.

    Welcome church! I want to start with a question today: do you know what a “first-world problem” is? First-world problems are small, relatively insignificant annoyances which irritate us. These are problems of affluence, not scarcity. Examples are: Starbucks makes your coffee wrong. Your favorite ...read more

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    The God Of Hope

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 25, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,323 views

    Man needs to live with hope and only God can give us a sure and enduring hope in life. The Psalmist inspires hope in God as he recounts God’s past deeds and their experience of God’s deliverance.

    In “Point Man”, Steve Farrar tells about a photographer for a national magazine who was assigned to take pictures of a great forest fire. He was advised that a small plane would be waiting to fly him over the fire. The photographer arrived at the airstrip just an hour before sundown. Sure ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Weary -- Yet Pursuing

    Contributed by Ray Swift on May 3, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,645 views

    Many of us are weary and tired from the pandemic and other difficulties in life. As weary, broken and frustrated as we may feel, we cannot and must not slow down or stop. We can still be obedient to the Lord's work in our own lives and churches with the promise the Lord will be there with us.

    FB, Youngsville April 25, 2021 Sunday AM Weary -- Yet Pursuing! Judges 8:4 Intro.: LBC GREETINGS/THANK YOU. On January 30, 2020, the Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the outbreak of COVID-19 to be a Public Health Emergency of International Concern and issued a set ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Christian And Revenge Series

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Nov 13, 2019
     | 3,897 views

    Revenge might well be called the battle cry of the modern age. Everyone wants to get even or get back or get to someone else. The world is full of inequality and always will be.

    Revenge might well be called the battle cry of the modern age. Everyone wants to get even or get back or get to someone else. The world is full of inequality and always will be. There will always be good and bad, rich and poor, famous and unknown. Perhaps, I should riot because I do not have as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist