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  • Michael Stover avatar

    Surviving In A World Of Pain

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Sep 14, 2001
    based on 99 ratings
     | 3,813 views

    After the tragedy of terrorism we have suffered, our citizens will be struggling with how to cope. Three concerns will be why bad things happen, how do I keep my heart holy, and what can I do to help?

    Face up to: I. Stark Reality (vs. 2-3, 5) A. Bad things DO happen to good people 1. The Psalmist expected them 2. John 16:33, “In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world” 3. Matthew 5:45, “He makes His sun rise on the evil and on the good, and sends ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Hays avatar

    Life Outside

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Aug 29, 2002
    based on 19 ratings
     | 7,988 views

    Christ calls us to come outside of the norm of everyday life and take our stand with Him...alone.

    Life Outside Hebrews 13:10-16 Dietrich Bonhoeffer was born into a family where faith was not much of a concern or topic of conversation, but as a 14 year old, Dietrich Bonhoeffer announced that he was going to be a pastor and theologian. His family was stunned and his older brother tried to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Attempting The Impossible

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 17, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,564 views

    Shows the inevitability of struggles in a believer’s life, and the faithfulness of Christ in those struggles.

    ATTEMPTING THE IMPOSSIBLE - Matthew 14:22-33 Give background So the disciples did what Jesus told them. They got into a boat and headed out across the lake. When they did, a storm caught them. There are some who will tell you that if you encounter troubles, if you encounter difficulties, if ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Economic Empowerment Part 3: Kingdom Builders Series

    Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 2, 2010
     | 7,563 views

    This third sermon in a series on finances discusses money's role in a godly person's life.

    * My Disclaimer : If you are one of those people whose heart skips a beat when the church talks about money, you might want to take your heart medication! * Part of my pastoral responsibility is to bring people out of curse and into blessing ƒ{ There are Christians that still don't understand ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    This Life...that Life

    Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Aug 3, 2010
     | 5,240 views

    We can live the new life in Christ by continually working at three changes: in our thinking (our minds), in our doing (our bodies), and in our being (our spirit).

    THAT LIFE...THIS LIFE August 1, 2010 Colossians 3:1-17 (NRSV) 1 So if you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. 2 Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth, 3 for you have died, and your ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Recovering From Grief & Loss Series

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on Nov 3, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 31,138 views

    Losses and grief are inevitable parts of our lives in a world that has been corrupted by sin. The real struggle is not in avoiding these times but in learning how to understand and deal with them when they do come.

    RECOVERING FROM GRIEF & LOSS Part 6 in Series: “Does Anybody Know, Does Anybody Care?” Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, Sunday November 2, 2008 AM INTRODUCTION: If you are a human being, there is a high probability that your heart has or even is broken. A piercing. A hole. A ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    The Tension Between Spirit And Sin: The Struggle Of Every Christian

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 2, 2021
     | 1,348 views

    I didn't come to Jesus for Jesus. I came to Jesus, I flew to Jesus, cried out to Jesus, because I believed he could save me. My motives weren't perfect or pure or righteous. I came because I was desperate, broken, and lost.

    I didn't come to Jesus for Jesus. I came to Jesus, I flew to Jesus, cried out to Jesus, because I believed he could save me. My motives weren't perfect or pure or righteous. I came because I was desperate, broken, and lost. We come to Christ in brokenness, with the most shallow motives. ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    If I Struggle With Doubt, Can I Still Be A Christian? Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Aug 22, 2005
    based on 80 ratings
     | 16,382 views

    Doubt is not the opposite of faith. In fact, doubt can be used to build faith.

    SERIES: “ANSWERS TO SOME OF LIFE’S DIFFICULT QUESTIONS” TEXT: LUKE 7:18-28 TITLE: “IF I STRUGGLE WITH DOUBT, CAN I STILL BE A CHRISTIAN?” INTRODUCTION: A. A trial attorney was defending a man charged with murder. There was strong evidence ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Rom.7:1-25 Our Inner Struggles

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Nov 8, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,150 views

    we that have been saved by the grace of God find our selves many times having problems with this old flesh, and it seems that very often we find our selves yielding to the old nature knowing that it is not what we ought to be doing.

    ROM.7:1-25 OUR INNER STRUGGLES 07-19-08 Today I want to talk for a little while about the fact that we, children of God, we that have been saved by the grace of God find our selves many times having problems with this old flesh, and it seems that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Story Behind 2 Corinthians: Grace In The Midst Of Struggle Series

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Nov 5, 2025
     | 209 views

    2 Corinthians reveals Paul’s heart in the midst of struggle, showing how God’s comfort meets us in our weakness. This lesson explores the story behind the letter, helping us understand the city, the church, and the apostle’s deep pastoral care.

    Lesson 1 — The Story Behind 2 Corinthians: Grace in the Midst of Struggle Primary Texts: Acts 18:1–18; 1 Corinthians 1:1–9; 2 Corinthians 1:1–11 Theme: The God of All Comfort Time: ~45 minutes I. Introduction: Paul’s Most Personal Letter Before diving into the text, help your group feel Paul’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Rebellion In Heaven - The Cosmic Backdrop Of Our Earthly Struggles Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on May 9, 2025
     | 308 views

    What if I told you that everything we are witnessing in the world today—wars, deception, gender confusion, moral chaos, hatred of God’s people—is not random?

    The Rebellion in Heaven - The Cosmic Backdrop of Our Earthly Struggles March 16, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Revelation 12:7-12; Ezekiel 28:12-19; Isaiah 14:12-15 Introduction: Understanding the Battle Before the Battle What if I told you that everything we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    Jesus’ Response To Our False Confidence, Struggle, And Failure Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 31, 2020
     | 3,444 views

    Jesus predicts Peter's denial. These verses give us three harsh realities and three promising truths.

    - This section comes right after a couple verses about being conferred a kingdom and the ultimate victory that kingdom will experience. In the meantime, though, there are the challenges of real life. Three Harsh Realities in this Passage: 1. The reality of false confidence. - Luke ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Hinrichs avatar

    This Is The Life! Series

    Contributed by Tim Hinrichs on Mar 30, 2021
     | 4,669 views

    The life God intended for us is filled with fruitfulness, increasing knowledge of God, power from above, and an attitude of thanks and praise.

    Picture yourself right now lying on a tropical beach, the gentle sound of waves and the sea gulls in the background, the palm branches waving in the light breeze above you – “this is the life!” On this cold winter day, I would love to be there right now. But here we are and I would like to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Stay Focused

    Contributed by Elvis Burrows on Jun 30, 2007
    based on 27 ratings
     | 50,408 views

    A sermon of encouragement to those who may be going through unforeseen trials and other life challenges.

    INTRODUCTION Say: Today is a different kind of day in our church - we have always been in transition, well, ever since I arrived as the new pastor and that was expected. But as I come to you today, I believe that the transition that started seven and a half months ago has taken a different ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ron Hietsch avatar

    Our Struggles With Sin Show That We Belong To Jesus

    Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Jul 22, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,405 views

    Our struggles can be brutal, we slip, we confess, we are forgiven. We do not cave in and submit to sin but we surrender to Christ.

    13th Sunday after Pentecost -- Aug 30, 2009 Text Ephesians 6:10-20 Grace mercy and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord. Let us pray: May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer. (Psalm 19:14) ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran