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  • Allan Quak avatar

    King Of The Jews Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Nov 14, 2018
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    Using the title King of the Jews, was a title which causes conflict and puts people in a place where their identification with Jesus brings mockery, disparagement and even persecution.

    Message Matthew 2:2 Name Above All Names - King of the Jews Through the Advent period we have been looking at the importance of the different names of Jesus. Specifically the different names that appear in the New Testament from before he was born to the time when He goes to Egypt. The Word Son ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Walking With Christ In Turbulent Times. Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jan 19, 2024
     | 2,929 views

    Peter wrote to the scattered and persecuted Christians throughout a vast area. Peter is writing as a fellow sufferer. Peter probably wrote this book from Roman imprisonment.

    The sixties were very turbulent times. I was born in 1961, but I am not talking about those sixties. I am talking about AD 61 to AD 70. It is the context, and it sets the stage for what Peter wrote and to whom Peter wrote in his books. Peter wrote his first book 1 Peter in about 63AD and this book ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    10 James 5:1-12 Series

    Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 31, 2021
     | 2,051 views

    This is the 10th of 11 Studies on the Bok of James, which contains a warning to the rich and also words of comfort to those who are facing persecution on account of their faith.

    James 5:1-6 Come now, you rich, weep and howl for your miseries that are coming upon you! 2 Your riches are corrupted, and your garments are moth-eaten. 3 Your gold and silver are corroded, and their corrosion will be a witness against you and will eat your flesh like fire. You have heaped up ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    An Exposition Of 1 Peter, Part 2: Kept By God's Power

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 25, 2021
     | 2,152 views

    This is the second study on the book of 1 Peter and covers 1 Peter 1:3-5. This study addresses how believers today should react to persecution.

    An Exposition of ! Peter, part 2: Kept By God's Power Introduction In the last study, we covered some of the background issues such as authorship, date, occasion, and recipients of the epistle. Although there is not agreement among scholars, it seemed to me that Peter wrote it between 64-67 ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Thankful For A Growing Faith. Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jul 27, 2024
     | 1,258 views

    Those who are being persecuted need to keep the perspective as to why it is worth it to suffer. It is worth it because Jesus is worthy. It is worth it because God is on his throne.

    This is the second letter of Paul to the Thessalonians. According to what we know about Paul’s timeline including his visit, arrival in Thessalonica, his exit, his first letter and second letter all happened in a very short time. Instead of us saying this is Paul’s second letter to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When The Heathen Rage Series

    Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Sep 13, 2024
     | 925 views

    Life is always good, right??? What happens when you are persecuted for doing nothing wrong, but simply sharing with others what the Lord has done.

    “When The Heathen Rage” Acts 4:23-31 Life is always good, right??? What happens when you are persecuted for doing nothing wrong, but simply sharing with others what the Lord has done. We have a great example before us to consider the next time you are sharing a testimony and others decide to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A New Way Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023
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     | 851 views

    Jesus, as a unique messiah, offers blessings of the Kingdom to all, including the meek, the broken-hearted, and the persecuted, demonstrating a new way for all to experience God's blessings.

    You may have heard before that the bible is the best selling book of all time. There are no equals in terms of annual sales as new and old believers alike come back to the words of scripture again and again. With that in mind, if there were a section of scripture most beloved through the ...read more

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    The Purpose Of Ministry

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 3, 2004
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     | 4,837 views

    A Wednesday Evening Outline, looking at Why we serve ..... "Often we forget the why of ministry. We work on refining the “hows” of ministry, yet neglect and sometimes forget why we are doing ministry. Paul, in his closing remarks wants to remind us of

    THE PURPOSE OF MINISTRY Romans 15:14-22 INTRODUCTION: In these few verses, as Paul is in the midst of the farewell portion of his letter, he takes time to lay out the function of ministry. Often we forget the why of ministry. We work on refining the “hows” of ministry, yet neglect and sometimes ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Poverty Mindset

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Apr 13, 2013
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     | 43,249 views

    One false concept is that poverty has some mysterious refining qualities. Some believe that it is spiritual to be poor. That is not the way God lives and neither does He want us to live that way. Just look how He blessed Abraham. The Bible teaches us that

    THE POVERTY MIND-SET Simply put, being poor is not having enough food, clothing, and shelter for your family. It is an urgent unmet need for more money and material possessions. Being poor can also be described as being without a dream that will take you out of poverty. One false concept is that ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Sermon On The Mount - Part 7 Series

    Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jun 21, 2019
     | 4,752 views

    Part 7 in a 14-part series of studies I call “The Christian Character” as described by Jesus to a crowd of people on a Galilean hillside as he delivered what is more familiarly known as the “Sermon on the Mount.” This part considers blessedness in persecution and insults.

    Part 7 - Beatitudes – The Persecuted and Insulted Sermon on the Mount The Christian Character Matthew 5:3 - 7:27 (Cf. Luke 6:20-49) This is Part 7 in a 14-part series of studies I call “The Christian Character” as described by Jesus to a crowd of people on a Galilean hillside as he delivered what ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Return To Me Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Sep 12, 2022
     | 1,676 views

    Superheroes have captured Americans’ imagination for a long time. We all know the saying, “It’s a bird, it’s a plane, no, it’s Superman!” It’s not an angel coming. It’s not a prophet coming. It’s the Lord Himself coming. “It’s a prophet. It’s an angel. No, it’s the Lord.”

    I invite you to find the book of Malachi with me if you will [page 954 in your pew Bibles]. Today’s Scripture You have wearied the LORD with your words. But you say, “How have we wearied him?” By saying, “Everyone who does evil is good in the sight of the LORD, and he delights in them.” Or by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Character-Shaping Wisdom

    Contributed by Louis J Locke on Oct 8, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 519 views

    God is very involved in the lives of His people, developing and refining Christ-like character in each of us. The Book of James has much character-shaping wisdom for us to receive and apply to our lives, as does the book of Proverbs. Let's take a look.

    God is very involved in the lives of His people, developing and refining Christ-like character in each of us. The Book of James has much character-shaping wisdom for us to receive and apply to our lives, including: Be doers of the word, and not hearers only / Don’t just listen to God’s word. You ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Live To Honor God Series

    Contributed by Edward Walker on Nov 6, 2006
    based on 21 ratings
     | 38,251 views

    It is easy to compromise—to live as the world lives. But, God has called us to courage—to honor Him, regardless of the pressure or persecution this world affords.

    Live to Honor God Daniel 1:1-21 Introduction 1. This evening I will begin an intense journey through the Book of Daniel. 2. The Book of Daniel demonstrates that God is in Control—the control of our destinies, of governments, and nations. 3. The nation of Israel and their sin led them into ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    "What's So Periloous About The Perilous Generation?"

    Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Apr 27, 2005
    based on 54 ratings
     | 5,576 views

    This message will surprise you. What makes living in the last generation so perilous? It is not so much because of "great persecution,: but more over because of the "great temptations!"

    Title of the message: “The Perilous Generation” Introduction: What is to be so perilous about living in the perilous generation? What is it that this generation will have to overcome? I have read the Book of Revelations. I know of the horrors that will ensue following the rapture of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    All Things In Common

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Mar 1, 2008
     | 4,728 views

    The pressures of persecution brought the early Church closer together and closer to God. If we allow the pressures of our life to be redeemed by God then they will draw us closer as well!

    All Things In Common, Acts 2:38-47 Introduction It happened at the noonday luncheon of the local Rotary. The dishes had been cleared away, and the meeting had been called to order. After the reception of new members and the introduction of visitors, the chairman asked who of those present ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church