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  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    When God Arises Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 12, 2025
     | 739 views

    The phrase “Let God arise” is a powerful cry for divine intervention. Throughout Scripture, when God arises, His enemies scatter, chains are broken, and impossible situations are turned around.

    WHEN GOD ARISES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 68:1 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 42:13, Exodus 14:13-14, Judges 5:31, Acts 12:5-11 INTRODUCTION: The phrase “Let God arise” is a powerful cry for divine intervention. Throughout Scripture, when God arises, His enemies scatter, chains are ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    There Was Famine, But Isaac Sowed Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 13, 2026
     | 91 views

    Faithful obedience and diligence in the face of adversity leads to supernatural increase and divine blessing.

    THERE WAS FAMINE, BUT ISAAC SOWED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 26:1-12 Key Verse: “And Isaac sowed in that land, and received in the same year an hundredfold: and the LORD blessed him.” (Genesis 26:12) Supporting Texts: Genesis 12:10-20; Genesis 26:12-33; 2 Corinthians 9:6-8; ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Charles Thomas Jr. avatar

    Alone, But Not Forgotten

    Contributed by Charles Thomas Jr. on May 28, 2002
    based on 278 ratings
     | 33,435 views

    Dealing with adverse situations,physically and emotionally, that cause people to feel alone and abandoned.

    ALONE, BUT NOT FORGOTTEN II II Samuel 9:1-13 MAY 19,2002 INTRODUCTION: MANY PEOPLE LIVE IN A STATE OF LONELINESS. PEOPLE WHO ARE BY THEMSELVES, OUT OF THE MAINSTREAM OF SOCIETY WITH NO SOCIAL ACTIVITY OR FRIENDSHIPS OUTSIDE THEMSELVES. THERE ARE A GREAT MANY OTHERS WHO LIVE RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • ABIMBOLA SALU avatar

    The Spirit Of Potiphar

    Contributed by Abimbola Salu on Oct 18, 2025
     | 270 views

    The story of Joseph in the Bible is a lesson in resilience, courage, tenacity and forbearance in the face of adversity.

    The story of Joseph in the Bible is a lesson in resilience, courage, tenacity and forbearance in the face of adversity. Joseph was born into a family plagued by sibling rivalry and envy. His mother, Rachael, was the preferred choice of his father, Jacob, but he was tricked into marrying her ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Chambers avatar

    "Paul's Prescription For The Blues”

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jan 29, 2003
    based on 49 ratings
     | 3,921 views

    Paul gives some timely advice on finding joy in the midst of adverse circumstances.

    Remember that ever-present line in the classic Carpenter’s song, “Rainy days and Mondays always get me down”? Why does it seem that life offers us more rainy days and Mondays than clear sunny days? Maybe the reason that they get us down is the fact that they often seem to take us by surprise. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Phil Anderson avatar

    "Hate Mail"

    Contributed by Phil Anderson on May 4, 2004
    based on 60 ratings
     | 14,505 views

    Taking a look at how Hezekiah dealt with adversity and a threat from his "enemy."

    Hate Mail” II Kings 19:9-19 & 32-36 2KI 19:9 Now Sennacherib received a report that Tirhakah, the Cushite king of Egypt, was marching out to fight against him. So he again sent messengers to Hezekiah with this word: 10 "Say to Hezekiah king of Judah: Do not let the god you depend on deceive you ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Darrin Hunt avatar

    All For One And One For All Series

    Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Mar 5, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,718 views

    Part of a series in Philippians, we’re encouraged to stand strong together in adversity.

    Illus. Jordan has been enjoying soccer for the past 1 ½ years with other 8-9 year olds. •It’s been an interesting and often enjoyable experience to watch them learn the game. •One thing I enjoy is seeing how the kids react to the ball, especially the goalies. •When a line drive comes, instead of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    The Mystery Of Israel’s Survival Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 5, 2014
     | 4,841 views

    What is their secret? Why have they outlasted EVERY one of their enemies? Overcame every adversity?

    Giant Mysteries Series “The Mystery of Israel’s Survival” (Based upon Ron Philip’s book, Unexplained Mysteries of Heaven & Earth) June 1, 2014 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A In 1896, Mark Twain moved to Austria and witnessed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Mallory avatar

    Love Reaffirmed

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 14, 2013
     | 4,183 views

    Jesus desires our love above all else. Can we leave the past behind and reaffirm our love to Christ?

    I was reading in the book, “Streams in the Desert” which stated that one of life’s greatest paradoxes is knowing that the only person who is truly at rest is the one who had achieved it by working through the struggles of conflict, mistakes and regret. The book went on to note that: “The person ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Dan Chromy avatar

    Confronting The Caves Of Your Life

    Contributed by Dan Chromy on Oct 22, 2000
    based on 88 ratings
     | 16,608 views

    When we recognize God's greatness, our response will be to praise Him even in the face of the adversities of life.

    It is easy to appreciate God's greatness during the good times. It is easy to praise God for His greatness when you are prosperous, when you have enough money to buy the things you want. It is easy to appreciate God's greatness when your health is good, when there seems to be no limit to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Tom Shepard avatar

    Quality Characteristics – Generosity Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on May 21, 2008
    based on 41 ratings
     | 20,655 views

    This sermon gives five ways to build Generosity. 1. Respond to NEEDS. 2. Respond with COMPASSION. 3. Respond with PRACTICAL help. 4. Respond with FOLLOW UP help. 5. Model Your MAKER.

    Quality Characteristics – Generosity Let us begin this morning by reading our text. It is found in Luke chapter ten: "Who is my neighbor?" Then Jesus answered and said: "A certain man went down from Jerusalem to Jericho, and fell among thieves, who stripped him of his clothing, wounded him, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    3 Questions About Testing? Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 19, 2002
    based on 47 ratings
     | 7,342 views

    We teach that the testing process is part of daily living.

    THREE QUESTIONS ABOUT TESTING By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: James 1: 2 My brethren, COUNT IT ALL JOY when you fall into many tests and trials. 3. Knowing that the trying of your faith works PATIENCE. Proverbs 24:10 If thou faint in the day of adversity, thy strength is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Michael Hopkins avatar

    Questions, Questions

    Contributed by Michael Hopkins on Oct 25, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,442 views

    How do we respond to the questions of life? How did Jesus respond?

    It seems that questions fill our daily lives. Everywhere we go, we are confronted by questions. At home it might be very simple things like, “What’s for tea?” or, “When’s Grandma coming?”, “How can I afford it?”, “Who does she think she is?”, “What was that referee doing?”, “Why can’t I have ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Charles Wallis avatar

    What Are We Standing For? Series

    Contributed by Charles Wallis on Sep 16, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,366 views

    Like Peter and John, we can stand up for what is right in the face of adversity.

    What are we standing for? Sunday September 14, 2008 Acts 4:1-22 Do you remember your honeymoon? Finish this statement: You know the honeymoon is over when… Explanation of Text: • The “honeymoon” for the church is coming to an end... • Everyone is not happy when God shows up. • Peter and John ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jimmy Davis avatar

    Breaking The Chains To Set You Free Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Mar 29, 2001
    based on 139 ratings
     | 26,631 views

    Through passionate prayer, you can be set free from the adversities and conflicts of life.

    Sermon.966 “Breaking The Chains To Set You Free!” Acts 12:1-19a Sometimes, life holds more bad news for us than good news! Today’s text from the Bible in the book of Acts lets us know very quickly that our perspective on life makes all the difference. Like the 96 year old man who was asked ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist