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  • Mark A. Barber avatar

    The World Hated Me First

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 3, 2018
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     | 10,075 views

    Why are Christians persecuted for proclaiming a message of redeeming love?

    The World Hated Me First John 15:18-25 This passage occurs in the middle of what is called Jesus’ farewell sermon to his disciples which begins proper after Judas goes off to betray Him. Jesus, even before the Last Supper worked to prepare them for what was about to happen. He told them that they ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    As Sheep Among Wolves

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on May 27, 2025
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     | 1,039 views

    Jesus gives His followers advice on how to respond, and even reply, in the face of persecution. He also assures them that they will be guided and empowered by the Holy Spirit to accomplish their mission.

    I have entitled our message today, “As Sheep Among Wolves.” The title is based on the very first verse of our passage, where Jesus told His followers, “Behold, I send you out as sheep in the midst of wolves” (v. 16). Now, I am going to go ahead and start with an exposition. The word sheep ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Stephen Belokur avatar

    Dandelion Christians

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jun 12, 2019
     | 5,141 views

    What's the difference between yellow dandelions and puffy white dandelions? One is immature and just sits there while the other is mature and ready to scatter its seed wherever the wind takes them. Which kind of dandelion Christian are you?

    Dandelion Christians Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … 2 Timothy 4:3-4 “The time will come when men will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching ears want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Sandeep Samson avatar

    Unshaken: Standing Firm In The Face Of Persecution Series

    Contributed by Sandeep Samson on Apr 8, 2025
     | 481 views

    As we head into the era of chaos where the the world is in crisis, with War and battle zones drawn, frequent natural disasters across nations, political upheavals and unrest, Injustice, pride, selfishness and Godlessness prevails. Christians face rampant persecution.

    I. Stand Firm in Conviction Core Verse: Daniel 3:16-18 16 Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, answered and said to the king, O Nebuchadnezzar, we are not careful to answer thee in this matter. 17 If it be so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and he ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Bob Faulkner avatar

    Ishmael, Jesus, Ecumenicity, Persecution, Conversions To Islam Series

    Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Aug 13, 2015
     | 3,716 views

    A series of important considerations regarding Islam and Muhammad before we get into the actual text of Koran.

    Lesson 4, Isaac and Ishmael, in the Bible and the Koran The book of Genesis records a delightful story of one who is the father of all the faithful ones of all time. This man, Abraham, is promised a son who will carry on his line and be a blessing to all humanity. Trying to help God out, Abraham ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Robert Cox avatar

    Christian Haters

    Contributed by Robert Cox on Sep 22, 2007
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     | 7,102 views

    We must stand firm on the Truth!

    John 15:18-15:25 JOHN 15:18"If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated me first. 19If you belonged to the world, it would love you as its own. As it is, you do not belong to the world, but I have chosen you out of the world. That is why the world hates you. 20Remember the words I spoke to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Witness Of Paul Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 13, 2020
     | 4,468 views

    The persecutor became the persecuted. The one who was hunting down believers became hunted down. Paul who afflicted suffering on Christians, now suffers as a Christian.

    Good morning. We are going to read the post-conversion account of Paul today. • His conversion, which we saw last week, was both miraculous and traumatic. • He was blinded for 3 days and did not eat or drink, until a stranger Ananias came to minister to him. He was restored physically, but more ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Michael Stark avatar

    What Is This World Coming To?

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 18, 2021
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     | 5,852 views

    God repeatedly warns inhabitants of this dying world to look to Him or receive His judgement. The message looks at the Second Psalm in light of current world conditions.

    “Why do the nations rage and the peoples plot in vain? The kings of the earth set themselves, and the rulers take counsel together, against the LORD and against his Anointed, saying, ‘Let us burst their bonds apart and cast away their cords from us.’ “He who sits in the heavens laughs; the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Wood avatar

    The Real And The Almost Christian

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 12, 2008
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    An evangelistic message based on Paul’s audience before King Agrippa.

    THE REAL AND THE ALMOST CHRISTIAN Acts 26:28 INTRO: Paul was a prisoner at Caesarea. He had been given an audience with both King Felix, and King Festus. Now he was to go in before King Agrippa. After telling King Agrippa about his conversion, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Out Of Sight, Out Of Mind?

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jan 12, 2011
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     | 4,665 views

    Message for the International Day for the Persecuted Church. This was delivered a week after the actual Day of Prayer, since I was out of town on November 14.

    Out of Sight, Out of Mind? Hebrews 13:3 November 21, 2010 Me: This is probably going to be a shorter message today, because I want us to spend a bit of time actually praying today. Last week was the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church. I delayed our participation in it until ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • J. Yeargin avatar

    Kingdoms Of The World

    Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,083 views

    I am concerned that our Christian nation is faced with an attack of religious persecution.

    I need to speak with you for a moment to give you a word of caution regarding the recent events. I am hoping you will not misunderstand what I am about to say. I think it is important for each of us to stay informed to what is going in our world from a godly perspective. I hope each of you are ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Peace Regardless...

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 12, 2012
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,030 views

    The word, ‘tribulation’ often refers to eschatological woes spoken of through out end times. However the same word, ‘tribulation’ is used to mean persecution of Christians for their faith and testimony in the Lord Jesus Christ.

    Peace Regardless... John 16:33 Catherine Marshall writes "A king once offered a prize to the artist who could paint the best picture of peace. Many tried, but there were only two the king really liked. One was of a calm lake. It was a perfect mirror for the peaceful towering ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Victor Ramlall avatar

    Stephen, Worker, Preacher, Apologist, Christian Exrtraordinaire! Series

    Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Aug 23, 2011
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     | 4,883 views

    Stephen life as an example and challenge to stand for Jesus in spite of the consequences

    Stephen is the first recorded person who died for the cause of Christ. Let us examine a few facts of his life and try to learn something for it! Qualifications for him to be chosen were: honest report, full of the Holy Ghost and wisdom Stephen gave himself fully to the work he was picked out for. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Art Campbell avatar

    Blessed Are Those Who Are Persecuted Series

    Contributed by Art Campbell on Aug 11, 2007
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     | 3,784 views

    One of the few things Jesus promised us in this life is persecution!

    Matt 5.10-12 "Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." On June 17, 2004, when Sister Jiang Zongxiu went to the market in Guizhou Province, China, she thought it would be just another day. Along with her mother-in-law, Jiang went through ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Sterling Franklin avatar

    Showing Honor In Spite Of Persecution

    Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Aug 27, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,248 views

    Jesus was our suffering servant, and as Peter draws comparisons between Isaiah 53 and our lifestyles, we need to follow and focus on Jesus, keeping our hearts right with Him despite any wrongful persecution.

    "Showing Honor in Spite of Persecution" Glorious King Jesus Christian Church Pastor: Sterling Christian Franklin Sunday, 8/21/2011 See CrossAllegiance on YouTube for a link to the recorded webcast for this sermon Text: 1 Peter 2:13-25 Opening Prayer Matthew Henry: "The duty required is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational