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  • Tom Fuller avatar

    Persevere Under Hardship Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 30, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 7,480 views

    Are you going through tough times? It could be that God is making you into a wonderul tool - to use in furthering His kingdom. Find out how Paul encouraged Timothy to stay with it under pressure.

    Paul has just gotten finished telling Timothy that despite the fact that he was abandoned in Rome – that there were a few – like Onesiphorus, who were a great comfort during hard times. Now he takes it one step further – be strong yourself, and look for people you can trust – then pass on good ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    How To Endure Hardship

    Contributed by Shawn Miller on Jul 10, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 20,687 views

    The apostle Paul charges Timothy to endure hardship like a 1) Good Soldier 2) Striving Athlete & 3) Hard-working Farmer. And at the end of it all there will be a crown and a harvest if we do not give up.

    How to Endure Hardship 2 Timothy 2:3-6 Introduction: Ill. The story is told of a king in Africa who had a close friend with whom he grew up. The friend had a habit of looking at every situation that ever occurred in his life (positive or negative) and remarking, "This is good!" One day the king ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Joseph: The Beginning Of Hardship Series

    Contributed by Paul Basehore on Jan 5, 2016
     | 11,294 views

    Even through bad situations God is in control, and will turn them for His glory

    Vitor Belfort is a Brazilian mixed martial artist and UFC fighter. Born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Vitor is currently ranked #5 in the Middleweight class, and is the only fighter to beat current champion Luke Rockhold in 2015. Vitor is, by many accounts, a very successful man. Vitor was in a little ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Hardships Can Be Opportunity.

    Contributed by Roy Fowler on Jul 5, 2020
     | 1,602 views

    The prophecy of the 70 Weeks can be seen from that time to our present day. The Anointed one is here.

    Sermon Title: Hardships can be opportunity. Scripture Text: Ezra 2: 64-69 Daniel 9 In the Bible, the Prophecy of Seventy Weeks is a prophecy given to Daniel by the angel Gabriel in response to Daniel's prayer for God to act on behalf of his people and Jerusalem. The angel informs him that ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Experiencing Hardship And Heartbreak Series

    Contributed by David Owens on May 16, 2022
     | 4,404 views

    The story of Naomi and Ruth is about how, as the old hymn says, "God moves in a mysterious way, His wonders to perform." As dark and bleak as things looked in Naomi's life, little did she know that God was at work to bring blessings, to her and through her.

    A. How many of you have ever had a bad day? Certainly, all of us have had bad days. Right? 1. Let’s have a little fun by starting with some “You know you’ve having a bad day when…” sayings: a. Your horn sticks on the highway behind 32 Hell’s Angels on their motorcycles. b. Your birthday cake ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    02 Joy In Adversity Series

    Contributed by Seth Lawson on Feb 17, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 620 views

    Bottom Line: Joy flourishes when Christ is exalted, even in the face of hardship.

    Last week, we began a new series through Paul’s letter to the Church at Philippi. The Book of Philippians shows what it means to live with defiant joy. And here’s what I mean by that: “defiant joy” is a joy that stands firm regardless of what life throws our way. Even in his imprisonment, Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Joy Of Gratitude SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,546 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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    Joy In The Shadowlands

    Contributed by Kathy Findley on Oct 25, 2003
    based on 40 ratings
     | 6,655 views

    The premise of this sermon is that even in the midst of life’s sorrow, there is a depth of joy that abides within us.

    Advent III – Joy Luke 2:26-55 In the wonderfully reflective book entitled, The Prophet, one can contemplate these words: The woman questioned the one she called Prophet of God, saying: “Speak to us now of Joy and Sorrow”. And he answered: The same well from which you laughter rises was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Can Do All Things / Jesus In The Midst

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Apr 29, 2014
    based on 57 ratings
     | 32,138 views

    If we are to mature in the faith, if we are to have Jesus as Lord of every aspect of our life then we must yield all of who we are to him and when we do Jesus will be in the midst. Substantially Updated April 2018.

    For those not familiar with an Anglican service; four Scriptures are read before the Message: The Scriptures for this day were: Acts 2:22-32; Psalm 16; 1 Peter 1:3-9 and John 20:19-31 In our Gospel Text .... The disciples are gathered in a house... behind locked doors ... for fear ...of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Secret Of Thanksgiving

    Contributed by Dan Cale on Nov 24, 2003
    based on 36 ratings
     | 10,747 views

    Paul’s ability to live a life of thankfulness dispite his hardships.

    The Secret of Thanksgiving I Thessalonians 5:16-18 In all things give thanks ¡V that¡¦s what Paul said. If you read through Paul¡¦s writings in the New Testament you will find that Paul had a lot to be thankful for. Here are just a few things that he gave thanks for. Victory in Christ ¡V Romans ...read more

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    How To Experience Joy In The Midst Of Trials (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Tony Miano on Dec 8, 2000
    based on 55 ratings
     | 5,295 views

    Today we’re going to look at how our knowledge of the Truth and the maturity of our faith can determine the level of joy we can experience, even when life seems to be hitting us over the head with a hammer.

    How To Experience Joy During Trials (Part 2) James 1:3-4 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church November 12, 2000 A Little Levity: With the dust settling from our recent elections, I had an opportunity to review some sound bites that were overlooked by mainstream media. One ...read more

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    The Gifts Of Christmas: Joy Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 14, 2022
     | 5,005 views

    This Christmas celebrate with us as we unwrap the gifts of Christmas. Each week we'll unwrap something special: hope, love, joy and peace.

    The Gifts of Christmas: Joy Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 12/18/2016 If you have been able to join us the past two weeks, you know that we began a journey through the season of Advent by unwrapping the gifts of Christmas. We began with the gift of hope—hope for yesterday, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    A Time To Rejoice PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 14, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,231 views

    Explores the meaning of rejoicing in the Lord, even in times of hardship.

    Good morning, dear friends. It's a joy to gather with you today in the spirit of fellowship and shared faith, as we turn our hearts and minds to the word of God. We are here to reflect, to learn, and to grow in our understanding of His divine message. I am reminded of a quote by the eminent ...read more

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    Joy - Psalm 126 Series

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Mar 10, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 8,247 views

    How do we sustain joy in the midst of difficult circumstances? By reflecting on God’s blessings and promises.

    Right now in Texas, a woman named Andrea Yates is on trial for the crime of murdering her five children, ages 7, 5, 3, 2, and six months. According to news reports, she confessed to police that she led them one at a time into the bathroom of their family’s home and drowned them in the bathtub. When ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Down But Not Out (Part1) Series

    Contributed by Rick Brown on Feb 9, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,855 views

    Reasons to Praise the Lord in the midst of suffering

    “DOWN BUT NOT OUT” (PART 1) 2 CORINTHIANS 1:1-11 BRBC 2/3/08 INTRO: SUFFERING IS ONE OF THE MYSTERY’S OF THE CHRISTIAN LIFE. WHY DO BAD THINGS HAPPEN TO GOOD PEOPLE? WHY DOES GOD ALLOW SUFFERING TO TAKE ITS TERRIBLE TOLL ON HIS PEOPLE? WHEN WE THINK OF SUFFERING WE MOST OFTEN THINK OF IT ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist