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  • Robbie Parsons avatar

    Suffering With God

    Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Oct 3, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,242 views

    In the middle of intense suffering, Job proclaims that God knows and takes notice of our suffering. He also tells us that God is in control of the suffering. Lastly, we will see that God rewards endurance.

    Job has gone through some tough times. In Job, we see him enduring all four major forms of suffering that humankind faces. He faces the loss of income and security, the loss of valued possessions, the loss of loved ones and the loss of health. Either one would be enough do deal with, but Job ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Brett Crosson avatar

    Heaven

    Contributed by Brett Crosson on Feb 17, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,911 views

    How do we get through difficulties. Change your focus. Keep your eyes on the heavenly prize. Heaven is described as our heavenly home. But what does the Bible says heaven looks like. Here's a brief description.

    John 14: Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. 2 In my Father's house are many mansions. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Asking For Help

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jan 28, 2025
     | 489 views

    When Jesus rebuked the storm in the center of the Sea of Galilee he was showing us that Satan and evil can be beaten! Call upon Jesus' help in times of trial because the trials are a metaphor for evil.

    Asking for Help Luke 8:22-25 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 8:22 Now on one of those days Jesus and His disciples got into a boat, and He said to them, “Let’s cross over to the other side of the lake.” So they launched out. 23 But as they were sailing along He fell asleep; and a fierce ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Gerald Steffy avatar

    A Faith That Rises Above Discouragement

    Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Aug 28, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,846 views

    A faith in a living Redeemer prepares us to rise above all the discouragements of life.

    A FAITH THAT RISES ABOVE DISCOURAGE-MENT-- Job 19:23-27, 1 Corinthians 15:1-4, 19-22, 50-52, 57-58 Proposition: A faith in a living Redeemer prepares us to rise above all the discouragements of life. Objective: My purpose is to help people to put their total trust in Christ and let Him lift one ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Keeler avatar

    It's All Good

    Contributed by Steve Keeler on May 9, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,891 views

    No matter how hard it may seem, as Christians we also are supposed to rejoice in all things.

    It's All Good by Steve Keeler Romans 8:28 "And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose." "Once upon a time." How long has it been since you heard a story that began like that once upon a time? Well, we're ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    When Things Do Not Turn Our Right Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 24, 2001
    based on 43 ratings
     | 9,882 views

    This sermon deals with the trials in Joseph’s life on his way to becoming a leader in Egypt.

    When Things Just Don’t Turn Out Right Part 2 1/26/1997 Genesis 40:1-19 1 Peter 4:12-19 Today we’re are going to continue our series on the man known as Joseph. If there was a sound bite to introduce the chapter and it was going to be on a talk show it would probably go like this, "Men ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Steve Keeler avatar

    The Last Lap

    Contributed by Steve Keeler on May 9, 2010
    based on 13 ratings
     | 19,677 views

    God helps us run the race before us. Are you planning on finishing the race of life well? With God's help you can.

    The Last Lap by Steve Keeler 2 Timothy 4:7-8; "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the course, I have kept the faith; in the future there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day; and not only to me, but also to all ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jim Drake avatar

    Meeting God Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Aug 27, 2007
    based on 28 ratings
     | 22,132 views

    There are two ways to prepare to meet God—on our terms or on His terms.

    1. How Israel tried to meet God on their terms a. They behaved on their own terms (4:1) b. They worshipped on their own terms (4:4-5) 2. How God persuaded Israel to meet Him on His terms a. God warned on His terms—His holiness (4:2-3) b. God persuaded on His terms (4:6-11) 3. The results a. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Curt Cizek avatar

    Where Is Our Shelter?

    Contributed by Curt Cizek on Sep 23, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,591 views

    Where do we find shelter amidst the trials in life? Jesus gives to us shelter.

    -READ Psalm 46 -Where is our shelter, our protection? -The people of Greensburg, KS looked for protection last week and found none -Our soldiers in Iraq have looked for protection – Kevlar helmets, body armor, extra armor for their Hummvee – and have come back w/o limbs or in a body bag -Recently ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Whatever Were You Thinking Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 5, 2008
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,868 views

    God holds Christians responsible to ensure that they are prepared to worship before they approach His Table. We prepare through sharing our lives with our fellow believers.

    1 CORINTHIANS 11:27 WHATEVER WERE YOU THINKING? “Whoever, therefore, eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty concerning the body and blood of the Lord.” “Whatever was he thinking?” That is the question on the minds of many people who read of the fall of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Know Your Mission? Know The Enemy's Mission? Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 29, 2004
    based on 29 ratings
     | 5,672 views

    Are we teaching and preparing people for a Divine mission? Do we know our enemy’s mission? Let’s learn and prepare for God’s mission!

    KNOW YOUR MISSION? KNOW THE SATANIC MISSION? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I do this in a two part series, 1 --- 5, in one service; 6 --- 12 in the next service. TEXT: John 10:10 The thief cometh not, but to STEAL, KILL, AND TO DESTROY: I am come that they might have life and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • George Barton avatar

    Psalm 1. Part Three. The People Of The Congregation Series

    Contributed by George Barton on Feb 10, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,526 views

    Demonstrates what Christians are to do when God brings troubles and trials into the lives of their neighbors and associates.

    PSALM 107 PART 3 THE PEOPLE OF THE CONGREGATION PLEASE TURN TO PSALM 107 OR TO THE TRANSLATION OF PSALM 107 WHICH I PREPARED FOR YOU. I SHALL READ VERSES 32-43. This section describes true Christians, the people of the congregation who gather regularly in churches to praise the Lord. 5. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Donnie Martin avatar

    Faith That Fortifies For The Fight

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 1, 2002
    based on 128 ratings
     | 44,701 views

    This message deals with the victory that comes from unwavering faith toward God in the midst of our trials.

    Faith That Fortifies For The Fight Text: II Chron.32: 8 Intro: Life is full of struggles, difficulties, and problems. Some are bigger than others. But whether the Christian’s trials in life are of the garden variety, or more along the lines of major tragedy, there is but one thing that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Raulerson avatar

    Faith To Overcome Series

    Contributed by John Raulerson on Dec 22, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,509 views

    Faith if God’s power and promises is a living faith the strengthens one to overcome the trials of life.

    FAITH TO OVERCOME Heb 11:29-40 Observations On the Obstacles of the Faith 1) EVERY BELIEVER’S HOPE IS GROUNDED IN THE PROMISES OF GOD (John 10:10) The thief cometh not but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy, I am come that they may have life and that they might have it more ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Desperation: Precursor To Breakthrough

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 25, 2017
     | 10,478 views

    Desperation is often the harbinger to breakthrough. Although this message was preached prior to the presidential election, the principles taught still apply nationally and individually. How does God use desperation to ultimately bless us?

    Isaiah 30:18 10/9/16 Intro A. I have experienced a heightened awareness of God’s love for Israel this week. As you know this is the time of year when Israel is approaching the Feast of Tabernacles. We are currently in the midst of Ten Days of Awe which began last Sunday with the Feast of Trumpets ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic