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  • C. Philip Green avatar

    World Changer Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 31, 2013
     | 5,879 views

    If you want to be a world-changer in times of adversity, don't let anything keep you from Christ. Instead, trust Him with your life and let Him change you and use you to change the world.

    Whether or not the Kansas City Chiefs advance to the Super Bowl, the game is worth watching if only for its humorous and inventive commercials. Three years ago (2011) Chevrolet put on a commercial which featured a Silverado pick-up truck, acting like a modern-day Lassie. It repeatedly rescued a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Facing Trials With Joy

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 16, 2012
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    Some people consider it pure joy when they escape trials. But James calls us to consider it pure joy when we face trials. This seems like an impossible thing to be able to do. What do we need to have if we are going to have joy in the midst of trials?

    FACING TRIALS WITH JOY James 1:1-12 INTRODUCTION: Some people consider it pure joy when they escape trials. But James calls us to consider it pure joy when we face trials. This seems like an impossible thing to be able to do. What do we need to have if we are going to have joy in the midst of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God’s Unfailing Faithfulness

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Sep 29, 2016
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    God is faithful through the worst calamaties of life. God's love always exceeds his judgment. In the midst of tragedy, we can look to him for hope. While sorrow may last the night, joy comes in the morning.

    Lamentations 3:19-26 God’s Unfailing Faithfulness Have you ever had tragedy strike? Some of you have lost a loved one, a devastating blow for sure. Some may have lost a lot of money in the stock market. I know some who have lost a child or gone through a hurtful divorce or lost a job or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pain In The Wilderness Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
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     | 2,065 views

    Our pain in the wilderness is not wasted; God can use it for His glory and to bless others.

    Let's talk about something we all know a bit about - pain. Not just the "I stubbed my toe" kind of pain, but the deep, heart-wrenching stuff. The kind of pain that comes when life doesn't go as planned. You know, Joseph from the Bible knew a thing or two about pain. His brothers were so jealous of ...read more

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    Strength In Weakness: Embracing God's Grace Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 6, 2023
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     | 3,476 views

    In 2 Corinthians 12:9-10, we discover that our weaknesses are not hindrances but opportunities for God's grace and power to shine. Let us embrace our vulnerabilities, boast in our weaknesses, find joy in adversity, and become sources of comfort to others.

    "Strength in Weakness: Embracing God's Grace" Introduction: Today, we delve into a profound message found in 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 (NLT): "Each time he said, 'My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.' So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Visionary View: Why Is This Happening? Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 12, 2023
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     | 1,202 views

    In our journey of faith, we often encounter moments of uncertainty and hardship, and we may find ourselves asking the question, "Why is this happening?" Today, let's delve into the wisdom of Scripture, particularly Romans 8:28

    "Visionary View: Why is This Happening?" Dear brothers and sisters, In our journey of faith, we often encounter moments of uncertainty and hardship, and we may find ourselves asking the question, "Why is this happening?" Today, let's delve into the wisdom of Scripture, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    That They May Be One (Memorial To Robb Elementary Version)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on May 28, 2022
     | 1,941 views

    So how does that prayer get answered through His disciples today until Jesus comes back? We need unity! We need peace! We need perseverance!

    THAT THEY MAY BE ONE (Memorial to Robb Elementary version) Text : John 17:1 - 11 John 17:1-11  After Jesus had spoken these words, he looked up to heaven and said, "Father, the hour has come; glorify your Son so that the Son may glorify you,  (2)  since you have given him ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    I Am With You When You Are Weak Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jul 19, 2020
     | 6,008 views

    No one … including you … gets to see God’s power, God’s grace, God’s strength in theirs lives when we’re just sailing along … but we really see it and experience it when we’re going through difficult times … and the world can see it to!

    “So … Satan … where ya been?” “As if You didn’t know, LORD … I’ve been here and there … to and fro … looking about … You know.” “And while you were ‘looking about,’ did you happen to notice my faithful servant … Job?” “Oh, yeah …” “Good man, that Job … no one like him. Always does the right ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    "Harnessing Your Gifts In Times Of Struggle.”

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Aug 30, 2024
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     | 1,640 views

    Embrace and utilize your God-given gifts and talents while enduring your wilderness experience. This message provides rich inspiration and motivation to support your physical and spiritual growth. It's a powerful reminder that you can survive and thrive, even in the most challenging times.

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (1 Peter 4:10-11) (NIV): “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Go! And Sing In The Storm - Acts 16:25-26 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 30, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 686 views

    Have you ever been in a midnight moment? Paul and Silas were in such a moment—but what did they do? They didn’t complain. They didn’t curse. They didn’t quit. They sang. Trust Christ even when the prison doors haven’t yet opened. And God responded with a miracle.

    Go! And Sing in the Storm - Acts 16:25–26 (NLT) Acts 16:25–26 (NLT): “Around midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were listening. Suddenly, there was a massive earthquake, and the prison was shaken to its foundations. All the doors immediately flew ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Hardness Of Heart Or True Friendship

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 24, 2025
     | 230 views

    Tested friends are the most valuable ones, sturdy shelters against future adversity.

    Friday of the Seventh Week in Course 2025 Jeshua ben Sira was an Alexandrian Jew who spoke both Hebrew and Greek. About two hundred years before Jesus Christ his family gave us a compilation of his writings, which we call the Book of Sirach. It was used so often in the early Church that it ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Wake Up Call Series

    Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Nov 16, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,820 views

    According to current events, we are in a crisis of global proportions. Problems have always been part of life. However, today the magnitude of problems that exist on a worldwide scale is certainly grounds for concern.

    Be Aware - In Romans 13:11 we are given a warning. “And that, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation nearer than when we believed” (Romans 13:11). The Apostle Paul is telling us that we need to be aware of the times in which we live and act ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Sharpening The Focus Of Your Faith Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 27, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 10,310 views

    In today’s sermon we discover two life-changing responses to adversity.

    Scripture This is the fifth message in my series titled, “Making Sense of Today’s News.” Let us read Habakkuk 3:1-15: 1 A prayer of Habakkuk the prophet. On shigionoth. 2 Lord, I have heard of your fame; I stand in awe of your deeds, O Lord. Renew them in our day, in our time make them known; ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    How Should We Respond To The Supreme Court Justices’ Decision Biblically?

    Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Jul 7, 2015
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     | 6,729 views

    Same-sex marriage has been a controversial issue recently, especially since the SCOTUS decision to legalize same sex marriage. How should we respond biblically?

    Nine days ago on June 26, 2015 the SCOTUS (Supreme Court of the United States) legalized same sex marriage in all fifty states. How should we, as Christians who believe that the Bible is the Word of God and is the authority for our faith and life, respond to this decision biblically? According to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Hope Found In The Call Of God Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 8, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 18,013 views

    The concept and purpose of a divine call is not something we create, it is something God places within us. Have we responded to or rejected God’s specific call on our lives? Throughout history God has called people to Him and called people to serve Him. Let me tell you about some of them

    We continue in our series Hope Found Here and this month we are considering Hope in the Call or Calling of God. The dictionary defines calling as: a strong inner impulse toward a particular course of action especially when accompanied by conviction of divine influence. The concept and purpose of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal