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  • Don Schultz avatar

    The Strongest Faith In The World

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Apr 5, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,921 views

    What is the secret to having such a strong faith. Look to the experts.

    It was a big day at the convention center. The parking lot was jammed, as the cars drove back and forth trying to find the last remaining parking places. People were standing in line to get into the auditorium. Every seat was taken, and people were spilling out into the lobby and hallways. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Watchman What Of The Night?

    Contributed by Larry Meador on Sep 15, 2001
    based on 95 ratings
     | 30,795 views

    A call to both men and women of God to be watchmen of their home, church, and land during this hour of tragedy

    Watchman what of the night? Isaiah 21:6,11 (6) For thus hath the Lord said unto me, Go, set a watchman, let him declare what he seeth. (11) The burden of Dumah. He calleth to me out of Seir, Watchman, what of the night? Watchman, what of the night? Matthew 2:18. In Rama was there a voice ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael Milton avatar

    Sifting Through The Rubble: The Bible Speaks To The Attack On America Series

    Contributed by Michael Milton on Sep 17, 2001
    based on 124 ratings
     | 13,854 views

    A Bible message on the tragedy of September 11, 2001. With introductory thoughts on the Tenth Anniversary of 9/11.

    This morning the September air in Charlotte, North Carolina reminds me of the air that day. As I breath it in, I join in the memory. But I join also in the hope of not only a rebuilding of the Freedom Tower, but a rebuilding of the American spirit that stirred out nation to prayer during those days ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Keith Broyles avatar

    How Could This Happen?

    Contributed by Keith Broyles on Sep 18, 2001
    based on 54 ratings
     | 3,068 views

    In light of the tragedy in New York, Washington, and Pennsylvania the prevailing question seems to be "how could this happen?"

    In Tom Clancey?s great novel Debt of Honor his primary character, Jack Ryan, has become first the Vice President of our country and then later the President. He became President as a result of a terrorist attack on Washington D. C. Throughout most of the book a plot was working where at least some ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    God Is The Strength Of My Heart

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 19, 2001
    based on 35 ratings
     | 9,506 views

    In the midst of a tragedy, return to God - our only true refuge. He is the strength of our heart.

    Psalm 73 - GOD IS THE STRENGTH OF MY HEART Terrorist attack on New York’s World Trade Centres and Pentagon, 11 Sep 2001. This is one of the most difficult week for all. Much worse for those in the States. We’ve come to see the truly ugly side of what human beings are capable of. In the face of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Playing Hurt Series

    Contributed by Dennis Wilder on Oct 24, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 7,076 views

    God wants us to continue on with Him through faith, even when tragedy is all around.

    Introduction: We believe that such only are real believers as endure unto the end; that their persevering attachment to Christ is the grand mark which distinguishes them from superficial professors; that a special providence watches over their welfare; and that they are kept by the power of God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Failure Isn't Fatal Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 29, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 25,399 views

    When it comes to failure and sin in your life, you have two options. You can try to hide it, or you can admit it.

    INTRODUCTION This is a message about how to overcome failure. If you’ve never failed, then you are free to leave now so you can beat the Methodists to the restaurants. But if you’ve ever failed, God has a word for you today. Let me tell you the true story of Walter. He grew up in a very ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Davon Huss avatar

    Preaching From The Newspaper

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 26, 2001
    based on 35 ratings
     | 2,981 views

    A sermon on Luke 13:1-5. Why did this tragedy happen? Refering to September 11, 2001

    Sermon for 9/23/2001 Luke 13:1-5 Preaching from the Newspaper Introduction: B. Change gears this morning. I must discuss what is happening in this world. Apply the Word to life. C. Some preachers talk too much about life and not enough about the Word, some talk too much about the Word and not ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Miracle Of Sight

    Contributed by David Scudder on Dec 5, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,130 views

    Our sight is a wonderful gift from God. Yet there is a far greater tragedy than physical blindness.

    Purpose: To understand the nature of spiritual blindness. Aim: I want the listener to trust and follow Christ. INTRODUCTION: Our sight is a wonderful gift from God. We marvel at the fiery colors of a sunset, the rich pastels of spring and the delicate beauty of a flower. How tragic it must be to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Theological Pragmatism Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Dec 6, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,660 views

    Exposition of Psalm 4 regarding the turning of people away from God because of some national tragedy

    Text: Psalm 4:1-8, Title: Theological Pragmatism, Date/Place: NRBC, 12/7/08, AM A. Opening illustration: the story of Jonah provides a great introduction to this text, not because they share time frame or characters, but because of theological pragmatism. Define. Remember when Jonah boarded a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Davon Huss avatar

    When Giving Is Better Than Receiving

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 17, 2001
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,966 views

    Right after national tragedy. Discussing what we can do for our nation and suffering people.

    Sermon for 9/16/2001 "When Giving is Better than Receiving" Acts 20:17-35 Introduction: A. In our Scripture text this morning, Paul was on the way to Jerusalem to be scourged, imprisoned, and he thought killed. B. They stopped at Miletus on the way to Jerusalem in Asia Minor, and Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    We Share In Christ's Pain On The Cross

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 28, 2025
     | 79 views

    when someone is murdered, it catches all of us up short, and when the violence is carried out on children, especially as they are praying on the second day of school, no words can ever suffice to bring us back to anything like normalcy.

    Twenty-second Sunday in Course 2025 Humility, yes. I suspect that many preachers in this country have been humbled by the recent events at a Catholic church and school in Minneapolis last week. Typically we work hard on a homily for some days and often feel proud of our work when we come to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Paul L Brantley avatar

    It's Hard Out Here For A P.i.m.p (Person In My Position)

    Contributed by Paul L Brantley on Sep 12, 2013
    based on 5 ratings
     | 24,421 views

    It interesting that no matter how you love God and how much you remember what he done for you, you still find yourself struggling. Struggling with issues of life, struggling with this thing called our flesh. Yes we love God, but we still struggle.

    It's Hard Out Here For A P.I.M.P. Romans 7:14-24 For we know that the law is spiritual: but I am carnal, sold under sin. 15 For that which I do I allow not: for what I would, that do I not; but what I hate, that do I. 16 If then I do that which I would not, I consent unto the law that it is good. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jason Zahn avatar

    Keep On Loving Each Other!

    Contributed by Jason Zahn on Sep 21, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,549 views

    In the face of tragedy God strengthens us as we keep on loving each other the way that he designed.

    What a tragic day it was. The massive loss of unsuspecting human life brought about by an unprovoked attack is saddening. There is also another reason that makes September 11, 2001, a sad day. That was a sad day indeed because it took a tragedy of that proportion to get Americans to think beyond ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Ray Ellis avatar

    "Turn Stress Into Strength"

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jan 10, 2005
    based on 23 ratings
     | 5,412 views

    There is a common experience for every person in all nationalities andcultures. Everyone experiences stress. By God’s grace and making wise choices we can turn stress into strength.

    “Turn Stress Into Strength” Ruth 1:1-22, 4:13-17 Romans 8:28 John 16:33 There is a common experience for every person in all nationalities and cultures. We all experience stress. We all have to learn to live with stress. The highest times of stress in a person’s life include: Death in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist