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  • Matthew Kratz avatar

    Solitude Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 21, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,685 views

    1) The Straining from a lack of Solitude (1 Kings 19:1-4), 2) The Strengthening from Solitude (1 Kings 19:5-8), 3) The Searching from Solitude (1 Kings 19:9-14), &, 4) The Sending from Solitude (1 Kings 19:15-18)

    With the conclusion of the Olympics and Paralympics, one of the most trying adjustments that athletes and spectators alike claim is an emptiness after the games. With such preparation and excitement, it really means a change of gears for people. Likewise, the prophet Elijah in 1 Kings 19 was ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Trial By Fire Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jul 22, 2021
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     | 6,655 views

    1 Peter 4:12-19 prepares us to 1) Expect suffering (1 Peter 4:12), 2) Exult in suffering (1 Peter 4:13-14), 3) Evaluate suffering (1 Peter 4:15-18), and 4) Entrust suffering to God (1 Peter 4:19).

    1 Peter 4:12-19. Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. [13] But rejoice insofar as you share Christ's sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed. [14] If you are ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Live Like You Believe Series

    Contributed by Matthew Grise on Apr 17, 2009
    based on 27 ratings
     | 17,749 views

    Philippians 1:27-30. Scripture calls us to live lives worthy of the gospel by standing firm in unity, striving together for the faith, and suffering willingly for Christ.

    AGAIN I SAY REJOICE LIVE LIKE YOU BELIEVE PHILIPPIANS 1:27-30 INTRODUCTION - A famous actor was an after dinner speaker at a big fund raising function; and apparently he was well known for his voice because when he stood up to speak, he invited his audience to choose a poem for him to recite. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith On The Frontlines Series

    Contributed by Tim Diack on Dec 12, 2011
     | 6,129 views

    We are told in God's word that anyone who seeks to follow Christ should expect persecution. In can come in different shapes and forms but the truth of it is that brothers and sisters around the world are suffering for their faith. What should we expect?

    Faith on the Frontlines - Acts 5:12-42 - November 13, 2011 International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church Hoa Lo prison was constructed by the French in the late 1800’s during the time when Vietnam was still a part of French Indochina. Translated, the name of the prison means, ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Timothy And Epaphroditus Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 5, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,100 views

    Philippians 2:19-30 teaches us to imitate worthy Christians.

    Scripture We are in a sermon series on Paul’s letter to the Philippians that I am calling, “The Christian’s Contentment.” After the opening greeting, Paul’s thanksgiving, and prayer, he wanted the Philippians to know that despite his imprisonment, the gospel was still advancing. Then, he urged ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Attack Or Natural Consequences

    Contributed by Steven Devroy on Mar 1, 2024
     | 936 views

    Job

    Suffering due to an Attack or Consequences? Opener: Well Good morning church! We are so happy that you have joined us to worship the Lord! The past number of weeks we have been in a sermon series from the book of Jonah. It really touched a number of people in our congregation. This week, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Are You A Veteran?

    Contributed by J Bernard Taylor on Jan 25, 2009
    based on 11 ratings
     | 10,744 views

    On Veterans Dy we honor those who have served in the Armed Forces. But are you a veteran in the service of the Lord?

    Are You A Veteran? I wonder how many veterans we have in attendance today? If you have ever served in any branch of the armed forces, please raise your hand. I am a veteran of WW2, serving in the army from 1943 to 1945 in the U.S., Great Britain, and France. WW2 veterans are passing off the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Way To Glory Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 13, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,097 views

    The way to glory even in our pain is clear: humble yourself before God and one another; harden yourself against the devil; and by God’s grace, keep your hope in Him.

    Chan Gailey, who just began his second season as head coach for the Buffalo Bills, got his start coaching football at Alabama’s Troy State University. In 1984, with a 12-1 record, he led the Troy State Trojans to a Division II NCAA national championship. A week before the big game, he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Christian Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jun 5, 2016
     | 10,704 views

    Acts 11:26 says that believers were first called “Christians” at Antioch. What does “Christian” mean? How can we live up to our name of “Christian.” This is the final sermon in his series on “Names for the People of God.”

    Christian Series: Names for the People of God Chuck Sligh June 5, 2016 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation of this sermon is available upon request from me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Acts 11:26 – “And when he had found him, he brought him unto Antioch. And it came to pass, that a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Adoption

    Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Oct 2, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,807 views

    Christians are encouraged in this world of suffering because of our special privileges as God's adopted children.

    Paul Tournier, the famous Swiss physician and counselor, reported his surprise in his book Creative Suffering upon reading an article entitled “Orphans Lead the World.” The article appeared in a respected medical journal and surveyed the lives of 300 leaders who had an impact on world history. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    One Thing I Know Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on May 7, 2002
    based on 114 ratings
     | 11,544 views

    911, Part 2 of 7.

    ONE THING I KNOW (JOHN 9) One embarrassing game day, after giving up nine home runs in a row, Charlie Brown cried out in despair, “What can I do?!!” He complained to his catcher, “We’re getting slaughtered again, Schroeder. I don’t know what to do. Why do we have to suffer like this?” Schroeder ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Swimming In The Baptistery

    Contributed by Josh Foster on Feb 18, 2014
     | 3,509 views

    It’s an adventure. It’s a good-thing! It’s a joy-to-follow Jesus because so-long-as you’re following Him, …that-just-means that you’re close to His heart and He’s close to yours! And isn’t that exactly-where we wanna be!?!

    Walkin’ with Jesus: Swimmin’ in the Baptistery Scripture Text: Mark 10.35-45 INTRODUCTION We need the “meat” of the gospel. We need the stuff that’ll sustain and prepare-us for the long-journey of following Jesus. And that’s-why He teaches James-and-John ~ ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Why Have You Forsaken Me? Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 12, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,410 views

    A message about one of the last phrases spoken by Christ; "Why have you forsaken me?"

    Why Have You Forsaken Me Series: The Last Words of Christ Brad Bailey – February 24th, 2008 Last words can often hold special significance. We can think of the last words spoken at the end of any conversation. They tend to define what lies between the two parties. The last words between a child ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Dreams Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Nov 29, 2021
     | 2,520 views

    Joseph interprets two court officials dreams and is forgotten in prison

    No Ordinary Joe: Dreams! Genesis 40 Chenoa Baptist Church Pastor Jefferson M. Williams 11-07-2021 I Believe I Can Fly When I was in college, I took a psychology class from my favorite professor. We spent time studying Sigmund Freud’s classic, “The Interpretation of Dreams.” Dr. Vidulich asked ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Blessed Are... Series

    Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jun 24, 2022
     | 1,957 views

    The main idea of this sermon is that no matter what your condition is in life, you are blessed because Jesus Christ stands there with an open invitation to come into the kingdom of God.

    Good morning. How many of you are old enough to remember a group duo by the name of Simon and Garfunkel? They were a group in the 60s and 70s. A rock duo group known for a lot of great hits. Sounds of Silence. Mrs. Robinson. Bridge Over Troubled Water. Boxer. Although some of you remember ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church