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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 26, 2023
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     | 1,003 views

    This sermon explores the significance of suffering through the story of Job, emphasizing the strength found in faith during trials and the understanding gained from them.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to be here with you, standing on the common ground of our faith and united in the love of our Lord Jesus Christ. Today, we find ourselves at the foot of a mountain, ready to climb the steep path of understanding. We are here to seek wisdom and ...read more

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    The Trial Begins Series

    Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Oct 12, 2023
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    In the shadow of suffering, we gather today to explore a timeless tale of faith, friendship, and divine mysteries. Join us in uncovering the story of Job.

    Introduction: Dear brothers and sisters. Today, we find ourselves continuing our journey through the profound story of Job, a man whose life has become a profound testament to the unfolding drama of divine justice in the face of unimaginable suffering. As we delve into the second chapter of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Taking On The Attributes Of Jesus By The Power Of The Holy Spirit. Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jan 11, 2010
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    As we take on the attributes of Jesus by the power of the Holy Spirit it is good, we understand that it is good, no matter what may hit us!

    An old friend of mine I’ll call him ‘T’ occasionally sends me texts by mistake, this happens roughly once every few months. This I think happens because my name will be at the top of his phone list, my name starting with ‘A’. This also happened with another old work mate when I was working in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Light My Fire Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 5, 2012
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    A study of the Gospel of Luke 12: 49 – 53

    Luke 12: 49 – 53 Light My Fire 49 “I came to send fire on the earth, and how I wish it were already kindled! 50 But I have a baptism to be baptized with, and how distressed I am till it is accomplished! 51 Do you suppose that I came to give peace on earth? I tell you, not at all, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    When God Delays Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 13, 2011
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     | 12,692 views

    One of the hardest things for Christians to do is to wait on God. The story of the resuscitation of Lazarus tells us many important things as we wait on God in what we think is a hopeless situation.

    John 11:1-45 “When God Delays” INTRODUCTION One of the most difficult situations in the Christian life is when God remains silent to our prayers. Faye and I have good friends who have two teenagers. Their son has been diagnosed with ADD, and he has been treated for this ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Why Does A Loving God Allow Suffering? Series

    Contributed by Brad Stone on Jun 21, 2024
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    We all have ask the question of how a God who loves and is omnipotent could allow certain events that result in suffering to occur. In this message, I try to answer that question and bring hope to people who may be suffering.

    Biblical Answers to Life’s Tough Questions: Why Does a Loving God Allow Suffering? Romans 8:22 1 Peter 5:10 How many of you have ask this very question before? I know that I have. I have questioned why an omnipotent God doesn’t stop certain events from happening. We realize and have faith that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Life's Not Fair

    Contributed by Andrew Rogers on Jul 23, 2008
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    Looking at the suffering of job,and asking why bad things happen to good people

    LIFE’S NOT FAIR THE BOOK OF JOB WEEK 2 2008 INTRODUCTION 1. Good Morning. Week #2. By a raise of hands I’m curious who has been following along in the reading plan. I’m sure many of you got through the first 11 chapters of Genesis with not much problem, but now you are wading through the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Rainbow Through The Rain

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 28, 2009
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    God allows suffering in our lives to bring us closer to Him.

    Rainbow Through The Rain – I Peter 3: 18 - 22 Intro: In Scotland in the 1800s there lived a man of great promise and potential. He was engaged to be married and suddenly was discovered to have a degenerative eye disease which eventually left him blind. His fiancée refused to marry him and his ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Survival Guide To Storms In Life Series

    Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jan 25, 2009
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    This sermon advises on how to cope with storms in life and the best action to take in the midst of storms.

    SURVIVAL GUIDE TO STORMS IN LIFE MRK.4.35-41. NATURAL STORMS LIKE TSUNAMIS CAN LEAVE WHOLE COMMUNITIES AND COUNTRIES RIPPED APART IN THERE WAKE, LEAVING SURVIVORS BEREAVED AND HOMELESS – AND COUNTRIES WITH HUMANITARIAN CRISIS ON THEIR HANDS. BUT TONIGHT I DON’T WANT TO TALK ABOUT NATURAL ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Triumphant Joy #2: Servants And Saints Rejoicing In Suffering Series

    Contributed by Chris Jordan on Jul 21, 2013
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    As Christians, we are servants and saints of the Lord Jesus Christ who can rejoice even though we go through intense suffering.

    TRIUMPHANT JOY #2: SERVANTS AND SAINTS REJOICING IN SUFFERING BACKGROUND TO THE LETTER OF PHILIPPIANS: Author & Date: The Apostle Paul in 61 AD Theme: Joy in Christ Occasion: Paul wrote Philippians during his first Roman imprisonment. THE BIG IDEA: As Christians, we are servants and saints of ...read more

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    Lessons From Job’s Suffering Series

    Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Oct 9, 2013
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    Does Satan have complete access to try believers? Does God place a hedge around His children? What can we learn from suffering? If you have wondered any of these questions, join us as we study the life of Job to see how the Bible answers them and more.

    Introduction: SO, YOU ARE HAVING A BAD DAY…… RIGHT? Today, I’d like to put your bad day experiences in the right perspective… Imagine with me if your will, Job living in the 21st century, in our day and time. Job a modern day business person, - his business is doing better ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Christian's Response To Suffering For Christ (1 Peter 4:12-19) Series

    Contributed by Greg Brown on Aug 2, 2014
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     | 12,853 views

    Exposition of 1 Peter 4:12-19

    The Christian’s Response to Suffering for Christ Dear friends, do not be surprised at the painful trial you are suffering, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice that you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Letter #2 "Dear Smyrna: Keep On Keeping On!" Series

    Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 16, 2011
     | 3,025 views

    Sermon Series on the 7 letters to the churches in Revelation with help from Pastor Ken D. Trivette

    Two Things: Commends Commands The History of Smyrna: Acts 17:5-8 Smyrna--means bitter which origins come from "myrrh" that is a perfume that comes from being crushed and beaten. Polycarp--was the pastor at Smyrna and martyred, burned alive in A.D. 155. 1) Jesus Commends Smyrna: Vs. 9-10 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Christian's Highest Honor

    Contributed by Noah Martinez on Mar 6, 2010
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    One of the greatest shocks a saint will ever know is to realize that other saints can be cruel. A shattering realization. As terrible as this is, full recovery is possible! Even better, some have more than recovered, they were able to minister to others.

    THE HIGHEST HONOR ISAIAH 53 10 One of the greatest shocks a saint will ever know is to realize that other saints can be cruel. A shattering realization. I would even go as far as to say this can be more damaging and even more painful than loosing a loved one. Some Christians will never recover. ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    It Just Isn't Fair Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 5, 2010
     | 8,521 views

    From this episode in Joseph's life, we learn that God is always with us, God can help us grow through our suffering, and we learn that there is a better day coming.

    Introduction: A. Let’s begin with a statement that I think that all of us can agree on – “Life just isn’t fair!” 1. Can we all agree on that? 2. Do any of us need proof that life isn’t fair? 3. Look at this cartoon – “Life is unfair…for proof ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ