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I Desire Mercy Not Sacrifice
Experiencing the mercy of God in our lives
Ready & Faithful
Looking to Jesus for help now and hope in the future
Why Suffering?
Help your church understand God's plan in pain
Conflict is something that we all encounter. It is found in every relationship. In James 4:1-6, James shows us how to resolve our conflicts God’s way.
Scripture A couple had been fighting over the purchase of a new car for weeks. He wanted a new truck. She wanted a fast sports car so that she could zip through traffic around town. The discussion was getting very heated when finally the wife shouted, “Look, I want something that goes from 0 to ...read more
Scripture: James 4:1-6
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
Despite our imperfections, we are fearfully and wonderfully made by God, and through His grace and strength, we can overcome our flaws and live out our divine purpose.
Good morning, everyone! Today, we're going to dive deep into the words of Psalm 139:14 which says, "I will praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well." We live in a world that constantly points out our flaws and imperfections, making it ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 139:14
Topics: Internal Imperfections
My attempt at explaining Romans 7:21-25!
Winning the Struggle Romans 7:21-25 Introduction In the Wesleyan Church, we have what I believe to be a healthy emphasis on what we call holy living. We feel that the Bible’s commands regarding a Christian lifestyle are valid, and are pleasing to God. And so we discuss these, believing that ...read more
Scripture: Romans 7:21-25
Denomination: Wesleyan
One of the reasons we have a hard time being thankful is that we are focused on our own needs.
“The Thanksgiving Struggle” November 18, 2007 Me: I have begun reading a book called, “The Royal Way of the Cross” by Francois Fenelon. Fenelon is best known for writing about how we love ourselves more than we love God and how we need to learn selfless love and not selfish love. Out of some of ...read more
Scripture: Luke 17:11-19
Denomination: Baptist
How can I make sound Christian decisions?
21For to me, living is Christ and dying is gain. 22If I am to live in the flesh, that means fruitful labor for me; and I do not know which I prefer. 23I am hard pressed between the two: my desire is to depart and be with Christ, for that is far better; 24but to remain in the flesh is more ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 1:21-30
Denomination: United Methodist
A sermon from the series "Lord Teach Us To Pray." This fifth message deals with the challenges and struggle to pray.
The Struggle of Prayer Luke 11:1 KJV And it came to pass, that, as he was praying in a certain place, when he ceased, one of his disciples said unto him, Lord, teach us to pray, as John also taught his disciples. Mark 14:32-42 KJV And they came to a place which was named Gethsemane: and he ...read more
Scripture: Luke 11:1-4
Denomination: Pentecostal
The 1) Relational Struggle (Galatians 5:20b-21a) and 2) Personal Struggle (Galatians 5:21b) with sin.
A political career marked by unfulfilled promise came to an end Friday as Ontario Conservative Leader John Tory announced his resignation following a devastating by-election defeat Thursday. Although he was able to succeed as CEO of Rogers Cable Inc., managing partner at his family’s law firm, and ...read more
Scripture: Galatians 5:20-21
Denomination: Other
How do we deal with struggle and suffering? What is the Biblical perspective on knowing if God cares as we walk through life?
Struggle: a biblical perspective to Maturity in Christ Matthew 8: 23 When He got into the boat, His disciples followed Him. 24 And behold, there arose a great storm on the sea, so that the boat was being covered with the waves; but Jesus Himself was asleep. 25 And they came to Him and woke Him, ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 8:23-29
God’s promises never change.
Twin Struggle Text: Gen. 25:19-26 Introduction 1. Read Genesis 25:19-26 2. Illustration: Three men waiting in the room for expectant fathers waited for word on the arrival of their infants. Some while later a nurse comes in and announces to one of the men that his wife had just given birth ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 25:19-26
Denomination: Methodist
This is the third message from a series over Romans 6-11. This series examines the new live we have under God's grace. This message examines the struggle between the flesh and the Spirit.
Introduction: Tommy Lasorda the former Los Angeles Dodgers manager describes his battle with bad habits: “I took a pack of cigarettes from my pocket, stared at it and said, “Who’s stronger, you or me?” The answer was me. I stopped smoking. Then I took a vodka martini and ...read more
Scripture: Romans 7:1-24
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
Then there are those who have a genuine desire to live a life that is pleasing to God but become discouraged when they aren’t where they want to be. I want you to see God’s call for us to be holy, the obstacles to being holy, and the path of holiness.
The Struggle to Be Holy Romans 7:14-25 Living the Christian life involves facing both conflict and struggle. You cannot live the Christian life without being confronted with such. Because of these struggles, there are those who would say that it’s impossible to live the Christian life and ...read more
Scripture: Romans 7:14-25
Stress is a common reality in life and learning how to cope with stress is essential to walking with Christ
Struggling with Stress Luke 8:22-25 Series: Winning the Battle with Anxiety May 5, 2013 Morning Service Traits characteristic of the stress-prone: 1. Plans day unrealistically 2. First to arrive, last to leave 3. Always in a hurry 4. Makes no plan for relaxation 5. Feels guilty about doing ...read more
Scripture: Luke 8:22-25
Denomination: Church Of God
The sermon shares how we all struggle in life and with God.
“Struggling with God” Genesis 32:22-32 WE are likened unto Jacob. Jacob had a situation where wrestled all night with an angel. Jacob struggled with God He had always had struggles • He struggled over a birth rate • He struggled with his brother and he conspired with ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 32:22-32
ties that bind
Struggling in Marriage I Corinthians 7:10-16 1. Honest Inquiry - are you a believer or unbeliever? 2. Heavenly Instruction - are you fulfilling your responsibility? 3. Holy Influence - are you considering the other person? ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:10-16
Jeremiah had to deal with problems being called in a horrific time for Israel, yet despite all the struggles he is obedient .
Jeremiah's Struggles : Jeremiah 1:1-10 "I am but a child, God says “don’t say you’re a child". • Youth and inexperience do not disqualify when God calls (see 1Ti 4:12); he equips and ...read more
Scripture: Jeremiah 1:1-10
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