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  • Adam Couchman avatar

    The Believer's Prayer

    Contributed by Adam Couchman on Jun 14, 2007
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    Responding to trial through prayers of praise and affirmation of God’s sovereignty.

    The book of Acts was written by the same author of the book of Luke. In the first verse the Luke refers to his former book and it is addressed to the same person, Theophilus. Two of the major themes of this book, and particularly at the beginning where it is focussed upon the beginning of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Working With The Lord's Help Series

    Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 15, 2013
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    It should never surprise us when we do the Lord's work and people react with anger, ridicule, and rejection. Nehemiah gives us a great example of how we need to respond when the enemies of God oppose His work.

    In this lesson, I would like to look at the leadership of Nehemiah through the hardship and opposition that the people went through. They had opposition from outside and discouragement from inside, yet they got the job done. It should never surprise us when we do the Lord's work and people react ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Stnding Up For Those Who Are Persecuted

    Contributed by John Crowe on Oct 29, 2015
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    A short outline by Randel Everett, founder and President of the Wilberforce Alliance

    Why should churches in the West defend fellow Christians who are being persecuted? 1. We are commanded to do so (Hebrews 13:3). 2. We are following in the ministry example of Jesus (Luke 4:18). 3. Because the proclamation of the good news of Jesus is hindered in closed societies (Romans ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Least Of The Apostles

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Mar 17, 2025
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    Acts 9

    THE LEAST OF THE APOSTLES (ACTS 9:1-9) Do you have zeal for religious, political and social causes? Here are some quotes on zeal: Let a good man do good deeds with the same zeal that the evil man does bad ones. Jewish Proverb Zeal without knowledge is fire without light. Thomas Fuller. Nothing ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    What To Do With A Slap In The Face

    Contributed by John Perry on Jul 27, 2011
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    What do you with a slap in the face? When Someone treats you badly, betrays you, offends you or humiliates you, what do you do, how do you respond when someone gives you a slap in the face?

    Bunbury Wed pm 27/07/2011 “What to do with a slap in the face” Intro: *** As you all know Vergel & Lee have just recently moved into town & a new residence. They are now going through what we all hate about moving – trying to get everything in place / order again! One of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Blessing No One Wants Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Apr 13, 2005
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    A sermon on the eighth Beatitude - Blessed are the persecuted.

    Today we come to the last of the 8 Beatitudes. I began this investigation with a bit of trepidation two months ago, and now I feel a bit of sadness as we wrap up this study of the Beatitudes. But I trust that we will be referring back to these Beatitudes as we continue our study of the Sermon on ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • 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

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    Pilgrim's Path Part-8 The Persecuted

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Feb 24, 2009
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    We, like those pilgrim forefathers of the Church in America and the Early Church, are called to be fools for Christ!

    The Pilgrim’s Path Part-8, Mathew 5:1-12 The Persecuted Introduction One hundred Puritans sail across the ocean on the “Mayflower” and in New England find a home where they can serve God according to the dictates of their conscience. Persecution in England being continued, men cross the Atlantic ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    318 - Righteous Living Produces Persecution Series

    Contributed by Joel Vicente on Mar 5, 2005
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    WHY ARE CHRISTIANS PERSECUTED? WHAT TO DO WHEN PERSECUTED? WHAT IS THE REWARD FOR THE PERSECUTED?

    Sermon Study #318 - RIGHTEOUS LIVING PRODUCES PERSECUTION Key Passage: Matthew 5:10-12 - Blessed are those who are persecuted (suffer, pressed forward) because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. [11] "Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Persecuted For Righteousness’ Sake! (Hix)

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Dec 14, 2013
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    People often dislike or despise something or someone that is different, and that is why, Christians can become the victims of discrimination and persecution

    Matthew 5:10-12-Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven. “Blessed are you when they revile and persecute you, and say all kinds of evil against you falsely for My sake. Rejoice and be exceedingly glad, for great is your reward in heaven, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Persecution Vs The Insuppressible, Irresistable Gospel Series

    Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Sep 8, 2011
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    The gospel and the Holy Ghost combination is unstoppable and will be victorious over all obstacles.

    Acts 8 General outline 1. Introduction of Saul's exploits against the church 2. The result of persecutions against the church 3. Philip's ministry in Samaria 4. The Baptism in the Holy Ghost 5. Simon (the sorcerer) vs Simon (Peter) 6. Christ's Ambassador meets Ethiopia's Secretary of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Lesson 3: Praying Through Persecution

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 2, 2011
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    Learning how to pray against those who attempt to harm you or your family.

    A. 1 PETER 4:12-19 “Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ’s sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad with exceeding ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 3: Praying Through Persecution

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 9, 2011
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    Understanding persecution and why, as Christians, we will be persecuted and how to handle it.

    A. 1 PETER 4:12-19 “Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ’s sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 3: Praying Through Persecution

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 21, 2011
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    How to deal with persecution as Christians.

    A. 1 PETER 4:12-19 “Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ’s sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Experiencing Joy In Persecution, Part I Series

    Contributed by Joe La Rue on Aug 1, 2008
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    A consideration of how we can experience joy even in the midst of persecution, when we are persecuted for the RIGHT REASON.

    Title: Experiencing Joy In Persecution, Part I: Persecuted For The Right Reason Series: The Joy of the Christian Life (Sermon # 3) Text: Phil 1:12-13 Date Preached: Aug 3, 2008 COPYRIGHT © Joe La Rue, 2008 (All Rights Reserved) Introduction A. An “oxymoron” is a figure ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ