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  • Dr. Fred W. Penney avatar

    The Always Persecuted Church

    Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Nov 11, 2024
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    A message about the first martyr Stephen and the ongoing persecution of the church

    Title: “The Always Persecuted Church” Text: Acts 6:8 - 7:60 and 8:1-4 Subject: How does the church react to the stoning of Stephen & subsequent widespread persecution? Complement: …by spreading the word wherever they went. Big idea: _________________________. Persecution becomes a pathway to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Rejoice In Your Salvation

    Contributed by William Baeta on Dec 4, 2015
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     | 19,623 views

    “Prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths straight. Every valley shall be filled, and every mountain and hill shall be made low, and the crooked shall become straight, and the rough places shall become level ways, and all flesh shall see the salvation of God.” (Luke 3:4-6)

    ! Theme: Rejoice in your salvation Text: Mal. 3:1-4; Phil. 1:3-11; Lk. 3:1-6 Introduction: Today is the 2nd Sunday of Advent. Advent refers to the coming of Christ and reminds us not only of His birth but also of His return. It is customary to announce important people before welcoming them. John ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Ken Pell avatar

    Rejoice! Reunion And Relief

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Jan 15, 2012
     | 5,788 views

    Salvation is not something; it is Someone!

    REJOICE: REUNION AND RELIEF REVELATION 19:1-21 Big Idea: Salvation is not something; it is Someone! Supporting Scripture: Psalm 23:5; REVELATION 19:1-21 1After this I heard what seemed to be the loud voice of a great multitude in heaven, crying out, "Hallelujah! Salvation and glory and power ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • John Gaston avatar

    Christians Must Be Prepared To Suffer For Christ

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 3, 2019
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    The Prosperity movement has given Americans a wrong view of God -- that He won’t let Christians suffer. But the truth is that suffering is a vital part of Christianity. Suffering should be viewed as a blessing, a cause for rejoicing, and a sign of future reward.

    CHRISTIANS MUST BE PREPARED TO SUFFER FOR CHRIST Matt. 24:9 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: MAGIC AT THE PASTRY SHOP 1. Two broke and hungry best friends, Dave and John, went into a pastry shop. Dave suddenly whisks three cookies into his pocket with lightning speed. The baker didn't notice. Dave ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Rejoice In The Lord (2)

    Contributed by Barnabas Park on May 23, 2025
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    Paul repeats “Rejoice in the Lord” as a spiritual safeguard, warning that false teachings—such as those of the Judaizers—can rob believers of their joy by shifting their confidence from Christ to the flesh.

    "Rejoice in the Lord" (2) Philippians 3:1-7 1 Finally, my brothers, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things to you is no trouble to me and is safe for you. 2 Look out for the dogs, look out for the evildoers, look out for those who mutilate the flesh. 3 For we are the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Claude Alexander avatar

    Blessed Are Those Who Are Persecuted For Righteousness Sake. Series

    Contributed by Claude Alexander on Apr 6, 2018
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    Persecution the acid test of our faith. Persecuted for righteousness not for anything else.

    Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness sake for they shall be called the children of God - Matt. 5:10 -12 It may seem strange that Jesus passes so quickly from peacemaking in the previous beatitude to persecution—from the work of reconciliation to the experience of hostility. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Love Your Haters

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Apr 26, 2014
    based on 15 ratings
     | 27,479 views

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    Love Your Haters John 15:17-25 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/LoveHaters.html Matthew 5:10-12 10 Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 11 Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kevin Higgins avatar

    Rejoicing In Our Fathers

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Jun 21, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,122 views

    Four groups of fathers to celebrate this Father’s Day.

    Proverbs 29:3 Rejoicing in Our Fathers Woodlawn Baptist Church June 20, 2004 Introduction I realize I don’t have much time this morning, but I came across a Father’s Thesaurus yesterday (from a sermon by Jeff Strite) and just had to share some of the excerpts from it. I want you ladies and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Davon Huss avatar

    Rejoice, Hear And Follow

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 23, 2002
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,387 views

    A Christmas Sermon

    Sermon for 12/22/2002 Rejoice, Hear, Follow Introduction: A. Around Christmas time the post office has to hire temporary workers to deliver the Christmas cards. Business goes up for them around this time of the year. B. Also business goes up for the Card Makers. Big cash cows for them. C. A love ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • John Johnson avatar

    Something To Rejoice About

    Contributed by John Johnson on Feb 8, 2003
    based on 160 ratings
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    If God has delivered you, you ought to give him the praise.

    Something to Rejoice about ACTS 16:10 Some of us Christians have the bad habit, the chronic spiritual disease that may be called looking and "living on the dark side of life. And the reason for this is that there is an absence of joy in our lives. We dwell on the circumstances of our lives ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Donato Solano avatar

    Always Rejoicing In The Lord Series

    Contributed by Donato Solano on Aug 20, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,768 views

    Christians are the most blessed people because of what we have and what we do in Christ.

    Introduction: “Where your pleasure is, there is your treasure; where your treasure is, there is your heart; where your heart is, there is your happiness.” Augustine Happy birthday song to Herod Story (a comic additional story) Proposition: A happy church is the church that knows the will 0f the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Raphiel Manenge avatar

    This Is The Day To Rejoice And Succeed!

    Contributed by Raphiel Manenge on Sep 16, 2005
    based on 40 ratings
     | 15,090 views

    Everyday is made for us by the Lord.There is no day worth your sorrow,worry,weep or grieving.Today is the day to rejoice and succeed!

    This is the day the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. O LORD, save us; O LORD, grant us success.” - Psalm 118:24-25 (NIV) Today is the day for you to be glad. It is your day to forget all worries and think of your success. Today is not to be wasted in worrying about your food, money ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Christopher Raiford avatar

    Rejoice In The Miracle Of Baptism

    Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Jul 17, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,880 views

    1st Sunday in Epiphany The Baptism of our Lord

    Rejoice in the Miracle of Baptism I) We are made alive by God’s Spirit II) We are gaining life by God’s Son Introduction: What do you think about when you think about baptism? Do you think about your baptism or perhaps the recent baptism of a family member? For those of you baptized as infants, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • David DeWitt avatar

    Making Heaven Rejoice

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 20, 2002
    based on 51 ratings
     | 6,384 views

    Heaven rejoices when lost sheep return to the flock

    Making Heaven Rejoice Luke 15:1-7 July 28, 2002 Introduction A story of being lost The concept of being lost One of the worst things that a person can be is lost. When you are lost there are a number of feelings that you can experience. There is fear because you don’t know where you are. There is ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Marilyn Murphree avatar

    Joy In The Lord--Rejoice Series

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Dec 12, 2003
    based on 68 ratings
     | 21,925 views

    How can we have joy when circumstances are bad?

    Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches December 14, 2003 Third Sunday of Advent JOY JOY in the Lord--Rejoice Philippians 4:4-9 Introduction: Today on the third Sunday of Advent our theme is joy. The angels announced in Luke 2:10 “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist