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  • John Gaston avatar

    As The Deer Pants

    Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 1, 2021
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    God was David's sole source of life and encouragement. David had to have a pep-talk with his soul in order to trust in the Lord & not lean on his understanding. He became thankful in spite of his circumstances.

    AS THE DEER PANTS Psalm 42 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: DON’T YOU LOVE MODERN TECHNOLOGY? 1. Have you ever sent a text to someone and it came out very different – usually because spellcheck rewrites it. 2. Phillis Howard told how her granddaughter’s husband, an Air Force officer, complained about ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Steve Woods (Pastor Woody) avatar

    Hope

    Contributed by Steve Woods (Pastor Woody) on Dec 7, 2020
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    In these times, many of us are losing hope. As children of God and brothers and sisters to Jesus Christ and The Holy Spirit, it is important to remember who we are and who loves us. All that we "need" will one day be given to us at the time we need it most.

    How many of you are losing hope? I suspect, with all that is happening in our world, probably quite a few. I must admit, there are times I feel the same way as you might today. I am only human and I do have my doubts about certain things. You’ve seen all the posts on Facebook and other social ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Incredibly Destructive Emotion Of Self Pity

    Contributed by Peter Pilt on Apr 30, 2019
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    Self Pity is one of the most destructive and yet most prevalent emotions that people struggle with.

    Self Pity is one of the most destructive and yet most prevalent emotions that I encounter in life as a Pastor talking to people. In the bible Elijah had a bout of Self Pity and ultimately it was this that took him out of leadership 1 Kings 19:14-16 14 And he said, “I have been very zealous for ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • John Putty avatar

    How To Get Up When You Are Down!

    Contributed by John Putty on Apr 16, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
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    A message dealing with depression. Is it Biblical? Can believers be depressed? What can we do if we become depressed?

    Title: How to get up when you are down! Text: Psalms 42 Intro: Do you ever feel like Charlie Brown? You know what I'm talking about,‑when nothing ever goes right. In fact, everything is out of control! Even your dog tells you what to do! Charlie Brown goes to kick the football while ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Mark Aarssen avatar

    Hope Amid Lifes Struggles Series

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Sep 7, 2016
    based on 2 ratings
     | 14,083 views

    The life of a Christian just like the life of a non-Christian. The difference is that those who put their faith and hope in God have a Savior to lean upon, to guide them and comfort them as they walk through such events.

    Hope amid life’s struggles Psalm 42 As we have watched this summer pass we have seen many difficult events break out across the world. Some were natural disasters while others were of cruel injustice and war perpetrated by our fellow human beings. Against all this we had the backdrop of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Alton Coleman avatar

    Hope Thou In God

    Contributed by Alton Coleman on Feb 7, 2008
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     | 19,855 views

    Sometimes, as a result of heavy and burdensome trials, a feeling of helplessness, hopelessness, and despair may set in upon the child of God. This is not uncommon and should not be viewed as such. This sermon shows how to have hope in Christ.

    Hope Thou In God Scripture Reading: Psalm 42 [Living Bible] As the deer pants for water, so I long for you, O God. [2] I thirst for God, the living God. Where can I find him to come and stand before him? [3] Day and night I weep for his help, and all the while my enemies taunt me. "Where is ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Living With Highs And Lows Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 13, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,395 views

    Sermon in response to a community-wide flood to help people seek refuge in the Lord.

    Living with Highs and Lows Psalm 42 Rev. Brian Bill 1/13/08 If you’ve been adversely affected by the flood this week would you please stand so that we can let you know how much we love you and care about you? Now, if you’re still high and dry after the flood, would you please stand? I want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "As The Hart....so"

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Oct 18, 2007
    based on 20 ratings
     | 10,607 views

    The animal’s need for water, however, is the primary message emphasized in our text. The deer-like creature must have accessible and adequate supplies of water.

    Panting After God “As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after Thee, O God” (Psa. 42:1). According to The Zondervan Pictoral Bible Dictionary, the “hart” of Bible times was “similar to the American elk but somewhat smaller.” Harts are stags or male deer whereas ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Where Is Thy God?

    Contributed by Bo Dunford on Nov 1, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,973 views

    Never doubt where God is when you’re going through a battle.

    PSALM 42:1-11 “WHERE IS THY GOD?” A) The Psalmist says in v.7 ....... What does that mean? * That means there are times when over and over again there are waves of trouble after another wave of trouble! * There is one wave of discouragement after another wave of discouragement! * There is one ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Francis avatar

    Desperate For God?

    Contributed by Richard Francis on Sep 10, 2007
    based on 21 ratings
     | 36,088 views

    As a deer pants for water so my soul pants for God, are you desperate for God, do the mockers surrond do you fear the storm. Jesus is near ask and he will reach you, of this I’m sure Love will come down and rescue you, hold on help is here.

    Psalm 42 overwhelmed with sorrow: Verses 1 - 2: As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, O God. My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When can I go and meet with God? What do you picture? A nice deer skipping up to a clear bubbling flowing spring and gently ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Hope In God Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 34 ratings
     | 8,765 views

    CONTINUED HOPE IN GOD IS THE ONLY ANSWER FOR THE SOUL

    BIG IDEA: CONTINUED HOPE IN GOD IS THE ONLY ANSWER FOR THE SOUL-SEARCHING QUESTIONS OF THE ISOLATED BELIEVER (PART 1) INTRODUCTION: (must be read in conjunction with Psalm 43 as a unit) I. (:1-4) QUESTION FROM THE SCOFFERS TO THE ISOLATED BELIEVER: "WHERE IS YOUR GOD?" Cut off from the worship ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Steve Heartsill avatar

    Chasing After God

    Contributed by Steve Heartsill on Oct 25, 2000
    based on 194 ratings
     | 39,331 views

    Are you ready to stop chasing after God and let Him become your number one priority?

    CHASING AFTER GOD Psalm 42:1-5, 11 A young teenage boy had just gotten his driver's license. When he got home, he asked his father, who was a minister, if they could discuss the use of the car. His father took him into his study and said to the boy, "I'll make a deal with you. If you bring up ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Botts avatar

    Refreshing My Down Times Series

    Contributed by James Botts on Aug 29, 2002
    based on 119 ratings
     | 20,842 views

    “Refreshing My Down Times” explores how to get a lift from God when you’re feeling down about life. Psalm 42:1-11 gives the practical steps to being refreshed in midst of not-so-happy times.

    The Crossing Community Church Times Of Refreshing “Refreshing My Down Times” Pastor Jim Botts August 18th, 2002 Introduction How many of you are joggers? How about marathoners? In a marathon there are those stations along the route where the runner can grab a refreshing drink as they make their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Wilkins avatar

    Intimate Worship Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Mar 22, 2002
    based on 89 ratings
     | 14,677 views

    God wants an intimate relationship with us in worship

    Intimate Worship March 17, 2002 Psalm 42:1-2,4 As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, O God. 2 My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When can I go and meet with God? 4 These things I remember as I pour out my soul: how I used to go with the multitude, ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    Psalm 42

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Sep 3, 2001
    based on 114 ratings
     | 22,203 views

    A psalm of despair with an antidote

    Psalm 42 This morning’s psalm is Psalm 42, which has been called a psalm of despair. But it is more than that. It does also contains the antidote. There is a lot in the psalm, but I would like to look at three aspects of it today: These aspects are: 1. Despair is disabling 2. Despair can lead ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican