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  • Andrew Chan avatar

    Suffering Of The Innocent

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jun 15, 2001
    based on 280 ratings
     | 15,971 views

    We ask "why do innocent folks suffer?" but do we dare to hear Jesus’ answer?

    Suffering of the Innocent By Andrew Chan, Senior Pastor, PBC, Vancouver, BC Luke 13:1-5 An airliner was having engine trouble, and the pilot instructed the cabin crew to have the passengers take their seats and prepare for an emergency landing. A few minutes later the pilot asked the flight ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • James Crenshaw, Jr avatar

    A Proper Perspective On Pain

    Contributed by James Crenshaw, Jr on Sep 8, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,415 views

    This sermon helps to provide a Biblical Perspective on Personal Pain and Hardship.

    Sermon: A Proper Perspective on Pain Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-9 INTRODUCTION. On Saturday, July 17th, 1999 the world woke up to yet another apparent tragedy for the family of John F. Kennedy. Young John F. Kennedy, Jr.‘s plane never made it to its destination of Martha’s Vineyard....... The ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    The Feast Of Our Lord

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Oct 2, 2010
     | 6,026 views

    we need more today than ever before feast on the word.

    THE FEAST OF OUR LORD Leviticus 23:1And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, 2Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them, Concerning the feasts of the LORD, which ye shall proclaim to be holy convocations, even these are my feasts. 3Six days shall work ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Devoted In Prayer

    Contributed by Mark Roper on Jan 11, 2012
    based on 7 ratings
     | 14,282 views

    The Church is looking for better methods; God is looking for better men. Prayer makes the man when he is broken down and surrendered to God.

    Devoted In Prayer Topic: Gods church is a house of Prayer for all nations. Mk 11:17 & Isa 56:7 Goal: Explore the importance of a devoted in our prayer life. Rom 12:12-13 NIV 12 Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. 13 Share with God's people who are in need. Practice ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    By Chance Or By The Will Of God?

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jul 31, 2017
     | 4,012 views

    Does God ordain all that happens or is He captive to Chance?

    By Chance or by the Will of God Genesis 29:1-14 It is never bothersome to remind you that every Scripture in the Bible is set in context with what comes before and after it. This is the literal context. Even though it would be centuries before Moses would write the Book of Genesis by the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Entrance Of The Bride Series

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Jan 12, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,262 views

    There is a great contrast between the Prostitute and the Bride, the City of God and Babylon, this world, where we feel so distant from God, and the New Jerusalem, where we will be the habitation of God.

    CHAPTER 21 1. And I saw a new heaven, and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth are gone, and the sea no longer exists. 2. And the holy city, New Jerusalem, I saw coming down out of heaven from God, having been prepared as a bride clothed for her husband. ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Paul Andrew avatar

    "Check The Fruits, Fix The Roots” --8th Sunday In Ordinary Time

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Feb 4, 2019
     | 4,878 views

    Our First Reading relates the steady application of three processes over time to create a separation or distinction based on intrinsic properties of quality: faults revealed when one speaks, santification, and discernment

    Sirach, chapter 27, from our First Reading, relates the steady application of three processes over time to create a separation or distinction based on intrinsic properties of quality: 1). The first is the image of shaking a mesh strainer to reveal the husks from the kernel which is similar to ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    The Revelation Of Isaiah To Israel Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jan 6, 2025
     | 499 views

    Isaiah gives Judah/Israel a great insight into what irritates God, but he also gives you and I the very same insight: these are the things God detests! Our challenge today will be, "What kind of church do we want to be?"

    Isaiah, Part 1 The Revelation of Isaiah to Israel Isaiah 1:1-31 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons! This morning, for ~2025, we begin our study of Isaiah -- Much to learn, and to examine, from a man who was faithful to God’s calling -- If there is any encouragement we can grab hold of – it is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Basic Training

    Contributed by Mike Hays on May 8, 2002
    based on 17 ratings
     | 7,160 views

    We can trust that God’s training program is one rooted in love as we endure the hardships of life.

    Basic Training Hebrews 12:7-11 The Marine Corps "Crucible" is the final test of an 11-week season of endurance and training for Marine recruits. The fires of the Crucible burn away the dross and provide the final passage for young men and women to receive the coveted title of "Marine." The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God's Majesty, Mercy And Mission

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on May 26, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,212 views

    Isaiah 6:1-8 reveals to us God's Character, Heart and Mission. Isaiah reveals to us God's Majesty, He experiences God's mercy and joins in God's Mission for His world.

    Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8; Psalms 29; John 3:1-17 Theme: God's Identity Proposition: Isaiah 6:1-8 reveal to us God's Identity. In this passage we see I. The Majesty of our God (a. He is God, there is no other b. He is King c. He is holy) 2. The Mercy of God (a. He reaches down ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Why Does God Allow Suffering? Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,323 views

    God’s plan for your happiness includes a design for even your distress.

    This evening, I want to speak with you on this topic, “Why Does God Allow Suffering?” It’s important different religions answer this question in vary different ways. N. S. R. K. Ravi was born in 1953 in India into a family of wealth as they were in the second-highest caste, lower only than the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dallas Powell avatar

    Sacrifice, Our Christian Duty

    Contributed by Dallas Powell on Sep 21, 2002
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,266 views

    An Acceptable sacrifice begins with love. Do you love him?

    Sacrifice, Our Christian Duty Hebrews 13:7-16 December 1996 Sacrifice of Leaders Charlotte was born of hearty stock an old Virginian family. Her brother would be a respected physician, and a sister would be also be a doctor, the first female doctor south of the Mason-Dixon line. She would serve ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James May avatar

    Holy Ghost Fire

    Contributed by James May on Apr 12, 2001
    based on 397 ratings
     | 87,939 views

    We must have the baptism in the Holy Ghost and fire to be as victorious as we need to be in these last days for everything we do is through the power of the Spirit.

    Holy Ghost Fire! By Pastor Jim May Matthew 3:11-12, "I indeed baptize you with water unto repentance: but he that cometh after me is mightier than I, whose shoes I am not worthy to bear: he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost, and with fire: Whose fan is in his hand, and he will thoroughly ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Ronald Crandall avatar

    Prayer

    Contributed by Ronald Crandall on Jan 9, 2003
    based on 28 ratings
     | 12,485 views

    A look at the need for prayer in our daily lives and in the life of the church.

    Job 34:33-37 33 Should it be according to thy mind? he will recompense it, whether thou refuse, or whether thou choose; and not I: therefore speak what thou knowest. 34 Let men of understanding tell me, and let a wise man hearken unto me. Job 19:23-29 23 Oh that my words were now written! oh ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Facing Opposition From The Carnal

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 8, 2001
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,192 views

    To lead the children to understand that faithful obedience to God often means that we will find ourself being opposed by carnal people.

    Unit 12 – Faithfulness Lesson 35 – John the Baptist, a Faithful Messenger – Luke 3:1-20; 7:18-23; Mark 6:17-29 Preparation for the Teacher 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand that faithful obedience to God often means that we will find ourself being opposed by carnal people. 2. Explanation of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational