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  • Christopher Arch avatar

    The Christian And Suffering

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 17, 2025
     | 330 views

    Expository Series on Philippians

    Title: “The Christian and Suffering” Phil. 1:13-14 Type: Expository series Where: GNBC 5-18-25 Intro: The problem of pain is inescapable, its effects profound. No one can deny it. Many use it as a way to remove God from reality. It fuels the flame of doubt and sometimes undermines the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Measure Up

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 18, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,175 views

    God asks us to help build His ONE church - and how we measure things can make all the difference in how the local church turns out. What measuring stick does God want us to use in making the right measurements?

    (This sermon was preached at our annual “Unity” service, where we bring our English, Spanish, and Burmese churches together for one big worship service. On this occasion, we ordained one Hispanic man to the preaching ministry and another as an Elder for the Hispanic church). OPEN: Years ago I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Not I, But Christ

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 11, 2019
     | 4,953 views

    Peace and victory by the indwelling Christ.

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. Easter Sunday, 1951, this verse changed my life. I realized Christ lived in me. a. I knew I was saved by the Lord. b. I knew I was called into full-time service. c. I knew God answered prayer. d. I didn’t know the peace and victory I would ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Memory And Identity

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 19, 2025
     | 382 views

    Why was God not pleased with most of His redeemed people?

    Third Sunday in Lent 2025 The richness of today’s Scripture readings makes it important for all of us, preacher and congregation, to take time during the week to reflect on the many messages God is sharing with us, His people, as we finish the first half of the Lenten season. If we pay close ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Walking With The Suffering Christ

    Contributed by John Vella on Feb 5, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,593 views

    During this Lenten season we are asked to reflect on our Saviour’s suffering, death and resurrection. We are asked in some ways to walk with the one who suffered for us.

    Seeds for Sowing, Vol. VI, Issue 2, No. 14 Second Sunday of Lent- Year A February 24, 2002 Readings: * Gen. 12:1-4 * 2 Tim: 1:8-10 * Mt. 17: 1-9 Walking with the Suffering Christ Less Than Whole At the Nicene Council, an important church meeting in the 4th century A.D., of the 318 delegates ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    God Loves All The Little Children Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 12, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,562 views

    Jesus shares several pieces of Good News. One is that God is with us in the midst of tragedies and scarcity. Another piece of Good News is that Happiness can be experienced in the midst of the struggles of life. Luke’s sermon on the plain tells us how.

    Luke 6:17-23 “God Loves All the Little Children” INTRODUCTION “Work hard!” “Dream Big!” “The world is your oyster to crack and grab the pearl.” We grow up hearing these phrases and others like them. “America is the land of opportunity,” we are told. “Anyone can become president.” We hear ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    How To Help Your Friends Grow In Faith

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 16 ratings
     | 3,263 views

    Everybody has desires for good things, but some people have more faith to work towards fulfilling their desires. Actually, if we want to grow in faith, we first need to grow in love. The more we love, the more we trust.

    HOW TO HELP YOUR FRIENDS GROW IN FAITH INSTEAD OF FRUSTRATION Everybody has desires for good things, but some people have more faith to work towards fulfilling their desires. Actually, if we want to grow in faith, we first need to grow in love. The more we love, the more we trust. This principle ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Grow In Faith To Avoid The Mistake Of Over Reacting - Rom. 4:20,21

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 67 ratings
     | 7,649 views

    How to Grow in Faith To Avoid the Mistake of Over Reacting - Rom. 4:20,21

    How to Grow in Faith To Avoid the Mistake of Over Reacting - Rom. 4:20,21 Everybody has desires for good things, but some people have more faith to work towards fulfilling their desires. Actually, if we want to grow in faith, we first need to grow in love. The more we love, the more we trust. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Helping Reactionaries Grow In Faith Instead Of Frustration

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 21 ratings
     | 3,289 views

    Everybody has desires for good things, but some people have more faith to work towards fulfilling their desires.

    Everybody has desires for good things, but some people have more faith to work towards fulfilling their desires. Actually, if we want to grow in faith, we first need to grow in love. The more we love, the more we trust. This principle is illustrated by a true story told by Dr. Howard Pope. He tells ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Invisible Armies

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Nov 4, 2003
    based on 66 ratings
     | 17,161 views

    Spiritual blindness, its cure, and a challenge for modern Christians.

    Invisible Armies II Kings 6:15-17 INTRO.: after the division of the kingdom of Israel into Judah and Israel, the prophet Elisha ministered in the northern kingdom of Israel. Syria, also known as Aram, was a relentless enemy of Israel and conducted raids into Israeli territory. The king of Syria, at ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Call To Persevere

    Contributed by Alti Koci on Jun 25, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 9,151 views

    The Confidence that we Have to Enter in the Most Holy Place trough Jesus Christ

    The Call to Persevere Text (Hebrew 10:19-25) Introduction Looking for Jesus A little girl had been listening while her mother’s friends were speaking about the imminent return of the Lord. After some time she was missed, so her mother went in search of her. She found her looking out a window ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Having A Pit Bull Mentality Pt. 2

    Contributed by Ronnie Mcneill on Sep 29, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,426 views

    This sermon reassures the believer that we have our salvation because Jesus the Christ refused to come down from that old rugged cross because of His Pit Bull Mentality.

    Introduction: Pit bulls are some of the most vicious dogs that an owner can purchase. They are known by society for holding on relentlessly to their victim until dead. Once they grab hold, they are determined not to let go. They are focused with a made up mind not to release their prey. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    He Who Takes The Son Gets It All

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 20, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,701 views

    The story of the Portrait

    20-12-07 GD Whoever Takes the Son Gets It All Years ago, a very wealthy man shared with his devoted young son a passion for art collecting. Together they travelled the world, adding only the finest art treasures to their collection. Priceless works by Picasso, Van Gogh, Monet and many ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Romans, Part 38 Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 14, 2011
     | 2,807 views

    Paul writes and reminds us of the simple fact, "love MUST be sincere". It cannot be fabricated or fake, because if the love of Christ resides in us then that is what we will show to others.

    Romans, Part 38 Romans 12:9-21 Introduction - Paul begins his last portion of this letter by directing our attention to living - We are called to live dedicated to Christ; fully and completely in all things - Caution against living with versus living for God … -- Living with … A casual ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    New Clothes For The New Year Series

    Contributed by Joe Adaline on Dec 28, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 9,576 views

    There is always work to be done in every Christian’s life. Things to put off, things to put on and things to put forth. The Bible shows us how.

    New York City is a fascinating place. So much of what we are and so much of what we do, comes from the culture and media giant that is New York. Though it’s only seven hundred miles away, I’ve never been to the city. There were a couple occasions when we were on the way, or nearby, but for some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist