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  • Gordon Weatherby avatar

    The Cries Of Desperation

    Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Oct 15, 2021
     | 3,273 views

    This was a funeral message for a young man who in a moment of desperation and hopelessness took his own life.

    MESSAGE: “THE CRIES OF DESPERATION” -- Psalm 130 INTRODUCTION: When death occurs in what we consider to be an untimely manner it is always harder for us to deal with. It was only last September we gathered here in sorrow and heavy hearts at the passing of ___. aa.) Today is even more ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Under The Sun Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 19, 2023
     | 3,008 views

    If you want to find any significance in an otherwise insignificant life, look above the sun.

    The movie Antz begins with an ant named Z talking to his therapist. Take a look. (Show Antz (1998)—You Are Insignificant scene). All my life I've lived and worked in the big city…. I always tell myself there has got to be something better out there. Maybe I, maybe I think too much. I think ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Do Not Weep As Those Without Hope (Funeral Sermon) Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 6, 2025
     | 679 views

    As believers, our grief is marked by a hope that transcends the sorrow we feel in this moment.

    DO NOT WEEP AS THOSE WITHOUT HOPE (Funeral Sermon) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Thessalonians 4:13 (KJV) But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope. INTRODUCTION: Death often brings ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    God's Sovereign Support In Dark Times (1 Samuel 21:10-15)

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Aug 27, 2024
     | 1,036 views

    David, the hero of Israel and God's chosen vessel to be the next king, came to a point in his life where all he had gained was now lost and forgotten. He hit rock bottom, yet God used this to show David that he needed to rely only on Him for support and strength.

    "David arose and fled that day from before Saul and went to Achish the king of Gath. The servants of Achish said to him, 'Is this not David the king of the land? Did they not sing of him to one another, saying, 'Saul has slain his thousands and David his ten thousand?' Now David ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    He Lives Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 13, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,692 views

    The women encountered a living Jesus and seeing Jesus changed their lives from giref and despair to hope.

    John 20:1-18 “He Lives” INTRODUCTION During the first three days of July in 1863, the Battle of Gettysburg raged. An argument could be made that that battle had a significant effect on the outcome of the war and ultimately on our lives. Still, having occurred over 140 years ago the battle is ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Don Aldrich Tamayo avatar

    Title: Overcoming Worries And Temptations: Trusting In God's Plan Series

    Contributed by Don Aldrich Tamayo on Jun 23, 2023
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     | 2,484 views

    Life can often feel overwhelming, and it's easy to succumb to fear and doubt. But take heart, for in the midst of our anxieties, God offers us a divine antidote—a steadfast trust in His perfect plan.

    Introduction: Dear brothers and sisters, today I want to address the common struggles we face with worries and temptations. Life can often feel overwhelming, and it's easy to succumb to fear and doubt. But take heart, for in the midst of our anxieties, God offers us a divine antidote—a ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    In The Midst Of Our Struggles

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 9, 2019
     | 7,038 views

    Following Jesus' crucifixion, the disciples hid within the Upper Room, fearful of the Jews and uncertain of their future. In their time of need, Jesus came, standing their midst, while speaking to their situation. I am thankful He remains in the midst of our struggles as well.

    In the midst of our Struggles John 20: 19-29 As believers, we are aware that Jesus will never leave us, nor will He ever forsake us. Those who have been saved by His grace are indwelt with the Holy Spirit. He is our constant companion and guide. While we may not always be aware of the Lord’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In The Midst Of Our Struggles

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 9, 2019
     | 7,441 views

    Following Jesus' crucifixion, the disciples hid within the Upper Room, fearful of the Jews and uncertain of their future. In their time of need, Jesus came, standing their midst, while speaking to their situation. I am thankful He remains in the midst of our struggles as well.

    In the midst of our Struggles John 20: 19-29 As believers, we are aware that Jesus will never leave us, nor will He ever forsake us. Those who have been saved by His grace are indwelt with the Holy Spirit. He is our constant companion and guide. While we may not always be aware of the Lord’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Larry Semore avatar

    From Mara To Elim

    Contributed by Larry Semore on Feb 9, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 46,603 views

    A great message about overcoming hopelessness and bitterness

    From Mara to the Wells of Elim Exodus 15:22-27 NKJV “So Moses brought Israel from the Red Sea; then they went out into the Wilderness of Shur. And they went three days in the wilderness and found no water. 23 Now when they came to Marah, they could not drink the waters of Marah, for they were ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Don Schultz avatar

    Jesus Changes The Way You Look At Tomorrow

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Feb 6, 2003
    based on 57 ratings
     | 11,524 views

    The sin of despair. Only Christ can change the way you look at tomorrow.

    JOB 7:1-7 JESUS CHANGES THE WAY I LOOK AT TOMORROW Why should I be excited about tomorrow? That is a question that every person thinks about from time to time. Why should I be excited about tomorrow? “Because it’s good for you,” we are told. “It’s healthy.” And it’s true, that having a ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Is There Hope For Broken Pots?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 27, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 14,058 views

    Jesus can turn our littleness and despair into new life and new hope!

    BROKEN POTS still have a purpose! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: 1 CORINTHIANS 1:27 But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of this world to confound the things which are mighty. 28 And the base things of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Selwyn Robins avatar

    Going Into A New Season

    Contributed by Selwyn Robins on Jan 2, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 19,237 views

    Going from the land of despair, poverty, pain, curses into a land of Milk & Honey.

    I’m excited about what we are going into, a new season. In Genesis 8:22, God talks about seed time and harvest time. In order to rejoice during a harvest, you must have really planted a good seed. The greater the seed that was sown, the greater that harvest and praise we reap. How many ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Die To Himself PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 3, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 693 views

    Explores Elijah's despair, emphasizing the challenges of faith and the importance of trusting God's plan in times of difficulty.

    Good morning, dear friends. It is a joy to be here with you today. We gather in this place of worship, in the presence of our Lord. We are united in our faith, our love for God, and our desire to understand His word. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the book of 1 Kings. Specifically, we will ...read more

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  • Jody Marsh avatar

    You Are Not A Bird

    Contributed by Jody Marsh on Sep 10, 2022
     | 4,592 views

    “She did what she could.” This affirmation from Jesus gives us a way forward in a world where not everything is possible for us.

    You Are Not a Bird Scripture: Mark 14:1-9 Closing Hymn: 572 or 573 Great PowerPoint slides and sermon notes for the congregation to fill in are available. Email jaykaymarsh@yahoo.com to get them. This sermon is from an article The November 2021 Adventist Review. It is condensed from a sermon ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

  • Stephen Sheane avatar

    Nehemiah 3 - Enemies Outside Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Mar 3, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,219 views

    To finnish the work we need to overcome discouragement, overcome fear and always be ready to resist the enemy.

    ENEMIES FROM OUTSIDE A few years ago I was invited to play basketball at the Union centre in Chicago. We were just an average bunch of guys trying to get some excercise. As we were warming up a guy came up and asked if his team could play against us. We said sure. They ended up being the farm ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance