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  • Finishing Well

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Aug 15, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,382 views

    Bad things happen even to Christians. Yet, we are not alone. God places us in the family of faith. And as we keep our eyes on Jesus, we can endure anything, for his sake, knowing our faith will be rewarded, if not in this life, then in the next.

    Hebrews 11:32-12:3 Finishing Well Today’s passage is one of the most beautiful and most moving passages of the Bible. It brings us to the end of our two-week walk through the Bible’s “Hall of Faith.” Hebrews chapter 11 lists many of the great faith heroes of the Bible, ...read more

  • "the Call"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on May 25, 2019
     | 4,114 views

    The sermon calls us to be responders to share faith with others.

    Acts 16:9-15 “THE CALL” 1. Paul, Silas, Timothy and Luke received a call to go into the district of Macedonia, • The call came in a vision” a man from Macedonia pleaded, “Come over to Macedonia and help us” • I volunteer as chaplain for the fire department I have app called dispatch when the ...read more

  • Just One Thing Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 6, 2019
     | 7,973 views

    The “one thing” that is necessary in our relationship with Jesus is to listen to and respond to His words.

    NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

  • Advent 5: Jesus Is Lord PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 1, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 450 views

    This sermon explores how we can emulate the shepherds' faith-filled response to the birth of Christ, by hearing, heeding, and honoring God's message. Key

    Good morning, beloved. What a blessing it is to gather together in this sacred space, to bask in the light of God's love, and to share in the communion of His Word. Today, we find ourselves standing on the cusp of a grand narrative, a story that is as old as time itself, yet as fresh and as vibrant ...read more

  • Watchnight PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 22, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 513 views

    This sermon encourages cultivating spiritual sensitivity to recognize and respond to God's leading, as exemplified by Simeon and Anna in the Gospel of Luke. Key

    Good morning, beloved family of Christ. How wonderful it is to gather together in His name, to seek His wisdom, and to bask in His love. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. Our Father, in His infinite wisdom, has drawn us together today to delve into His Word, to seek His ...read more

  • Learning Successful Obedience Through Adversity

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 15, 2004
    based on 51 ratings
     | 6,588 views

    Christ showed us His formula for success. "The figure of the Crucified invalidates all thought which takes success for its standard." Dietrich Bonhoeffer Everyone who wants to make a success out of his or her life has to remain teachable. Jesus humbled H

    Learning Successful Obedience through Adversity Hebrews 5:8 - "Even though He was a Son. He learned obedience through the things He suffered." Illustration: The figure of the Crucified invalidates all thought which takes success for its standard. Dietrich Bonhoeffer. Everyone who wants ...read more

  • How God Uses Adversity For Good

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 3, 2003
    based on 59 ratings
     | 5,703 views

    Paul teaches us that “experiences” may come into our life so God can smooth off the rough edges off of our character. The Lord is in the process of fashioning us more into the image of Jesus Christ. He is the potter and we are the clay.

    1. Have you considered all the blessings that are available to you when you hear the word, “No”. Most of us like to get what we want, but are frustrated when we hear somebody say, “No” to our requests. Instead of growing resentful, angry or disillusioned when you come up against denials of your ...read more

  • Hope And Strength In The Midst Of Trouble And Adversity

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Jan 20, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,072 views

    Where can I find hope and strength when my life is terrible? God has answers.

    Acts 16:25-34: HOPE AND STRENGTH IN THE MIDST OF TROUBLE AND ADVERSITY One of the most common questions asked, when it comes to God and Christianity, is "Why does God allow evil to take place?" Some people call this the number one objection to Christianity - if God is so powerful, and if God is ...read more

  • Paul’s Perspective On Adversity Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 6, 2014
     | 4,213 views

    Philippians - Manual of Joy Paul’s Perspective on Adversity

    Philippians - Manual of Joy Paul’s Perspective on Adversity 1:12-18a David Taylor We are working our way through the letter to the church at Philippi. One of the main themes is that joy is central to our lives when Christ is central in our lives. Joy is not a choice, not an attitude but is ...read more

  • Bread Of Adversity, Cup Of Affliction, Begone!

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Feb 2, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,486 views

    For Black History Month: The "world the slaves made" (Genovese) was one they chose to make, seeing hope and possibility in what God had done and in following the Teacher, Christ. He ate the bread of adversity and drank the cup of affliction, but rose in

    By the light of the flickering bonfire you could see them. Gathering from the little cabins down by the creek, coming up the road from the brush arbor, a few of them on a creaky old wagon pulled by two mules. Something exciting was happening here tonight! Their laughter told you, too, that this ...read more

  • What To Do When Facing Adversity

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jun 10, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 275 views

    Adversity hits all of us. St. Paul says it is what you do when adversity hits that is important.

    What To Do When Facing Adversity 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:1 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 13 But having the same spirit of faith, according to what is written, “I BELIEVED, THEREFORE I SPOKE,” we also believe, therefore we also speak, 14 knowing that He who raised the Lord Jesus will raise us ...read more

  • Overcoming Adversity Through Persistent Prayer SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 433 views

    Your engagement with this sermon will bring about a significant setback for your adversaries

    Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Today, I want to share a powerful message with you that will bring about a great victory in your life. As you read this message, be prepared for a mighty breakthrough against the forces of darkness. Let holy anger rise within you as you attentively ...read more

  • Psalm 25

    Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 3, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 19,078 views

    How to Handle Difficult Days

    Psalm 25 - How to Handle Difficult Days - July 31, 2016 Turn with me this morning in your Jewish hymnals to hymn number 25. Or for those of you who haven’t brought your Jewish hymnals with you, we’ll put the words on the screen. But just a reminder for those of you who might be a ...read more

  • Joseph In Potiphar's House

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 17, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 17,587 views

    Joseph in Potiphar's house in Genesis 39:1-23 teaches us that God is with his people in both prosperity and adversity.

    Scripture Last week I began a series of sermons that I am calling "Jacob's Descendants," based on Genesis 37-50. In our last lesson, we read about young seventeen-year old Joseph sold by his brothers to Midianite traders on their way to Egypt. The brothers then deceived their father Jacob into ...read more

  • Emerging Stronger Through Faith SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 452 views

    In the face of adversity, God's guidance will lead us to emerge stronger.

    Today, I want to talk to you about the importance of trusting in God, especially when we face difficult times and challenges in our lives. It is during these moments that our faith is truly tested, and we must rely on God's strength and guidance to see us through. In the face of adversity, God will ...read more

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