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  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The Great Tribulation Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 4, 2025
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    The Great Tribulation is a period of intense suffering, but it is also a time of divine purpose. It will mark the final outpouring of God’s wrath upon a rebellious world while simultaneously serving as a means to bring Israel to repentance.

    THE GREAT TRIBULATION: A TIME OF JUDGMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 24:21 Supporting Texts: Daniel 12:1, Revelation 7:14, 2 Thessalonians 2:3-12, Revelation 13:16-18 INTRODUCTION The Bible speaks of a future period known as the Great Tribulation, a time of unparalleled distress ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Being Obedient

    Contributed by Scott Jensen on Aug 16, 2020
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    The Israelites grumble again against God. Moses responds to their grumbling with anger and loses the privilege of entering the Promised Land. Moses responded with anger and disrespected God. We can learn a few things form an angry man who lashed out against the Creator.

    Introduction Today’s topic is “Being Obedient” and as I look around our society in this COVID-19 time, I see a lot of people who are challenged with being obedient. Many businesses have signs that say you have to wear a mask to enter, yet many don’t obey that sign. We hear repeatedly that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Path To Spiritual Victory Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 23, 2016
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    John had experienced adversity in life and great spiritual challenges. He realized that a close relationship with Christ and continued growth were vital for victorious living. Many lack growth due to spiritual immaturity. Growth is key for victory.

    The Path to Spiritual Victory 1 John 2: 12-17 The love and concern John has for the church is evident as we continue to read this epistle. He began by exalting Christ, reminding the believer of whom they have believed. He offered a challenge regarding our fellowship with the Lord and shared the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Rickman avatar

    Calling You To Something Better

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Mar 9, 2007
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     | 3,883 views

    Naaman had everything going for him in his life except one thing - he needed cleansing!

    March 11, 2007 Morning Worship Text: 2 Kings 5:1-15 Subject: The Fullness of a Life in Christ Title: Calling You to Something Better I don’t know if you’ve noticed it or not, but I have been preaching really hard about going to the next level in your relationship with the Lord. Now some of you ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Mark Opperman avatar

    Growing Pains Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Feb 11, 2010
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    As we face various trials in life we must learn to respond appropriately to the work God is doing in us: Embrace your trials and ask for God's help.

    Growing Pains James 1:1-8 James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes scattered among the nations: Greetings. 2 Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. 4 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • John Foster avatar

    The Calling Of Saul

    Contributed by John Foster on Sep 8, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
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    Explores 3 aspects of Saul’s conversion. Flash of light, God choses the most unlikely people to do His work (he choses YOU), With Jesus adversity becomes opportunity and even Victory.

    I have a question for you. Has anyone here ever had something go wrong but that going wrong was the very thing that made things work out in the end? What do I mean? Have you ever missed the bus and you go back home to find that you’d forgotten to lock the house or something? If you hadn’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Corey Arnold avatar

    Carrots, Eggs, And Coffee Beans

    Contributed by Corey Arnold on Dec 2, 2003
    based on 30 ratings
     | 10,277 views

    A children’s sermon about how we deal with adversity. It includes the props of fresh carrots, cooked carrots, hard boiled eggs, coffee beans, water, pot of coffee and possibly coffee candy.

    Carrots, Eggs, and Coffee Beans INTRO: Call kids up. “Does anyone know what adversity is?” It is when something comes into your life which is not fun. Like someone being mean to you for no reason. Or when bad things come into your life whether you expect it or not. Give out some ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    "Why Is There So Much Suffering In The World?"

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 28, 2006
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     | 3,685 views

    God is able to use the mystery that suffering often brings. Yet, some people quickly reach the end of their rope when they encounter adversities. The Lord’s grace is sufficient for any weakness, confusion or problem.

    "Why is There So Much Suffering in the World?" John 9:1-9:38 "It was neither that this man sinned or his parents, but in order that the works of God might be displayed in him." (John 9:4) Many people fail to understand God’s greater purposes for physical suffering. Instead of allowing the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Efren V. Narido avatar

    Does God Bring Trouble?

    Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Nov 25, 2006
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    But if we believe that it is the Sovereign God who gave good things and bad things – adversity, or whatever trial and difficulty, should we not accept whatever He allows or even causes to happen in our life?

    “On another day the angels came to present themselves before the LORD, and Satan also came with them to present himself before him. And the LORD said to Satan, ‘Where have you come from?’ Satan answered the LORD, ‘From roaming through the earth and going back and forth in it.’ Then the LORD said to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Two Milk Cows

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Nov 20, 2019
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    God watches our faithfulness in our adversity and how we keep our stability, when everything around us is shaking! This sermon is specially submitted for people serving in the Lord's Vineyard!

    Two milk cows 1 Samuel 6:10”Then the men did so, and took two milk cows and hitched them to the cart, and shut up their calves at home.” NOTE: I write this for all Pastors, preachers, Youth leaders, Prayer cell leaders, Sunday Class teachers, Christian ministers, Bible College students, Women ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Doug Fannon avatar

    But God Meant It For Good Series

    Contributed by Doug Fannon on Jan 14, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 16,253 views

    New Sermon Series, "But God ..." on how God intervenes in human history. Today's message is how God uses adversity and suffering for our good and His glory.

    Ever since the Garden of Eden, there have been those that question the existence of God. Many who acknowledge that God exist, will say that God is distant. He set the universe in motion and then stepped back to see what happens. A few years ago (1990) there was a popular song sung by Bette Midler ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unleashing The Potential Of Belief SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 536 views

    Today's sermon explores the transformative power of faith. It outlines a four-step journey to fully realize this power: embracing God's vision, daring to take risks, fostering high expectations, and persisting in the face of adversity.

    Today's sermon is about the power of faith. It explores four steps or phases to see that faith realized: believing in God's dream, being willing to take a risk, having great expectations, and refusing to give up. The power of faith is crucial, especially during this critical time with the new ...read more

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  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Returning To The Source

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 25, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,776 views

    NLT: Don’t be drunk with wine, because that will ruin your life. Instead, be filled with the Holy Spirit, "The saloon is a liar. It promises good cheer and sends sorrow. It promises prosperity and sends adversity. It promises happiness and sends misery

    Returning to the Source Ephesians 5:18NLT It was said that Francis d’Assisi once invited a young man to join him on a trip to town to preach. Honored to be given the invitation, the young man readily accepted. All day long he and Francis walked through the streets, byways, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Elijah’s Story Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 31, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 16,804 views

    Elijah gave all to serve God and to be His prophet to a lost generation. His story reminds us of how adversity drives us deeper into God and develops us into the man or women God wants us to be.

    Elijah’s Story Opening Video Illustration from sermonspice.com/sermoncentral.com “Elijah” Thesis: Elijah gave all to serve God and to be His prophet to a lost generation. His story reminds us of how adversity drives us deeper into God and develops us into the man or women God wants us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    #18 The Parable Of The Soils Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on May 31, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,781 views

    One of Jesus’ most famous parables was the Parable of the Soils. In this parable, Jesus explains why people do or do not respond to God’s Word.

    #18 The Parable of the Soils Series: Mark Chuck Sligh A sermon on the Parable of the Soils NOTE: PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives TEXT: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist