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  • John Perry avatar

    What To Do With A Slap In The Face

    Contributed by John Perry on Jul 27, 2011
     | 5,843 views

    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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    Stnding Up For Those Who Are Persecuted

    Contributed by John Crowe on Oct 29, 2015
     | 2,498 views

    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
     | 557 views

    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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    318 - Righteous Living Produces Persecution Series

    Contributed by Joel Vicente on Mar 5, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,877 views

    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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    Experiencing Joy In Persecution, Part I Series

    Contributed by Joe La Rue on Aug 1, 2008
     | 5,098 views

    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

  • Chris Surber avatar

    Pilgrim's Path Part-8 The Persecuted

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Feb 24, 2009
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,564 views

    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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    The Blessing That No One Wants: Blessed Are The Persecuted Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Apr 19, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 34,490 views

    This beatitude speaks of a blessing no one wants – the blessing that comes to those who are persecuted for righteousness sake.

    “The Blessing No One Wants: Blessed Are The Persecuted.” Matthew 5:10-12 “Blessed are those who are persecuted for right-eousness' sake, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kevin L. Jones avatar

    The Reality Of Christian Persecution (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Feb 20, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 22,609 views

    A sermon examining Christian persecution.

    THE REALITY OF CHRISTIAN PERSECUTION (Part 2) Acts 4:1-4 (Antioch Baptist Church: Wednesday, August 13th, 2025) Here in America we are blessed to possess religious freedom. For the most part, we are able to share the Gospel without the fear of being imprisoned for doing so. However, when we ...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
     | 3,928 views

    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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    Persecuted For Righteousness’ Sake! (Hix)

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Dec 14, 2013
     | 4,541 views

    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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    Lesson 3: Praying Through Persecution

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 2, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 715 views

    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
     | 987 views

    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
     | 1,125 views

    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

  • Chris Anderson avatar

    Prayer – God’s Prescription For Persecution Series

    Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 19, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,289 views

    Message 12 in a series through James that helps us explore the relationship between faith and works in our lives. James was the half-brother of Jesus and the leader of the church in Jerusalem.

    There is a phrase we often use in our culture – we saved the best for last. I don’t know if the last part of James 5 is the BEST section because it is hard to measure that quantifiably. But one I can say for certain is that it is no doubt one of the most debated sections of the book of James and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    The Results Of The First Church’s Persecution Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 4, 2024
     | 811 views

    The 1st church scattered under persecution – but they were not defeated – nor were they afraid! They had a drive to proclaim what Jesus had done outside their safe place, exactly as Jesus said they would.

    To the Ends of the Earth, Part 10 The Results of the First Church’s Persecution Acts 8:1-25 Dismiss children for nursery (under 4) and children’s church (ages 4-7) No Wed night for adults this week – resuming Mar 13th! (Ecclesiastes) Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational