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    Hope For The Future PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 26, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,114 views

    This sermon encourages trust in God's wisdom and guidance, as found in the Bible, to navigate life's challenges and foster spiritual growth.

    Beloved friends, as we gather together under the banner of our Lord Jesus Christ, let's allow the words of Jeremiah to flood our hearts and minds, to illuminate our path, and to guide us through the challenges of life. It's in these sacred moments, when we open up the pages of God's Word, that we ...read more

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    Pressing Onward And Upward

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 19, 2003
    based on 36 ratings
     | 9,667 views

    Remember how God used affliction in the lives of the Godly prophets. James writes, "Brothers, as an example of patience in the face of suffering, take the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord. As you know, we consider blessed those who have persever

    Pressing Onward and Upward (James 5:10-12) Press onward for the upward call of God in Christ Jesus... (Phil. 3:8-10) Know that the Lord allows adversity to make you stronger, better and not bitter or discouraged. Illustration: I’ll say this for adversity: people seem to be able to stand it, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Most Happy People

    Contributed by Jeff Kolk on Aug 4, 2001
    based on 195 ratings
     | 17,099 views

    The most happy people are those content in the fact that God is in control.

    The Most Happy People Phil. 4:10-13 Jeff Kolk - Cross Road Baptist Church - Lufkin, TX INTRODUCTION: Who are the most happy people? The rich? - No, both rich and poor suffer from discontentment. I would say the most happy people are the content people. Let’s see what Paul says to the church at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sweet Bitterness From God Series

    Contributed by Ron Ethridge on May 5, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,405 views

    Those who God uses have one common experience... brokeness.

    “Sweet Bitterness From God” March 21, 1999 Do people that are used by God have something in common? Before we answer that question, you need to know that today’s topic will be bitter before it is sweet. However, if you embrace it, satisfaction will pervade to the depths of your soul! The topic ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Life Tumbles In, What Then?

    Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Aug 15, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,423 views

    It is normal to question God when life tumbles in and wonder “Why” this is happening to us, but such experiences can bring us closer to God if we make the right choices.

    WHEN LIFE TUMBLES IN, WHAT THEN? Job 1:1-22 Proposition: It is normal to question God when life tumbles in and wonder “Why” this is happening to us, but such experiences can bring us closer to God if we make the right choices. Objective: My purpose is to help people realize that God really ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    P.r.a.y. / P = Praise Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jan 8, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,797 views

    When you start your prayers with praise, you will end them in peace.

    “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus” (Phil. 4:6-7). Paul’s situation: Paul was in prison, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preparing Our Heart And Mind (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 28, 2016
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     | 10,819 views

    The struggles we face as we journey with the Lord are varied and many. None are more difficult that the battles that rage within our minds. If we are to overcome spiritually, we must learn to win this battle from a biblical approach.

    Preparing our Heart and Mind (Part 1) Philippians 4: 4-9 As we walk this Christian journey, we face many challenges that we must overcome in order to obtain spiritual victory. While these challenges are many, coming from a variety of sources, none are greater than the battles we fight within our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You Persuaded?

    Contributed by Mark Baker on Jul 26, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,337 views

    In these very troubled times everything that can be shaken will be shaken. This is not a cause for fear but an opportunity grow in grace and truth, as well as an opportunity to increase in confidence as we see God’s absolute faithfulness revealed toward

    Romans 8:38 For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, 39. nor height nor depth, nor any other created thing, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Persuasion - ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Power Of Kindness: Reflecting Christ’s Love In A Harsh World" Series

    Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Mar 18, 2025
     | 771 views

    To be kind is more important than to be right. Many times, what people need is not a brilliant mind that speaks but a special heart that listens." — F. Scott Fitzgerald

    "The Power of Kindness: Reflecting Christ’s Love in a Harsh World" Text: Gal. 5:22 “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Power Of Worship In Prayer Series

    Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Jun 22, 2023
     | 3,127 views

    The Power of Worship in Prayer refers to the practice of using worship to connect with God and enhance the effectiveness of prayer. By focusing on God's greatness and expressing gratitude and adoration, worship can help us enter deeper intimacy with Him.

    The Power of Worship in Prayer Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije Misigaro Joel, June 22, 2023 “For from him, through him, and for him are all things. To him be the glory forever! Amen.” Romans 11:36 INTRODUCTION The Power of Worship in Prayer refers to the practice of using worship to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Rolling Thunder PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,186 views

    This sermon explores the prophetic revelations in Ezekiel 38:1-23, encouraging believers to understand current events, prepare for future prophecies, and trust in God's promises.

    Good morning, beloved congregation. As we gather on this blessed day, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a grand revelation, a divine unveiling. We are about to embark on a spiritual voyage through the prophetic landscapes of Ezekiel 38:1-23. This is not just a passage, but a prophetic ...read more

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    Why Keep Asking Why PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 880 views

    Encourages believers to stand firm in faith amidst trials, guided by God's Word, and to shine Christ's light in a world growing colder towards truth.

    Hello, dear friends, I am so grateful to be with you today, gathered as a family of believers, united in Christ. We are here to seek God's wisdom, to glean from His Word, and to find solace in His promises. It's a joy to be in fellowship with you, to share the same hope, and to face life's trials ...read more

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    Always Be Thankful For Everything

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Aug 3, 2012
     | 7,178 views

    How is it possible to always be thankful? The secret is "focus."

    Friday: Ephesians 5:15-20: 15 Be very careful, then, how you live —not as unwise but as wise, 16 making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. 17 Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is. 18 Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Psalmist's Psalm

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015
     | 4,283 views

    THE PSALMIST'S PSALM

    PSALM 23 THE PSALMIST'S PSALM Intro Hospital Chapel Ohio - Bible every year. - Psalm 23 1. DAVID SPEAKS WITH CERTAINTY – “The LORD is my shepherd” (a) His Revelation of the Almighty. “Jehovah is ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Jesus The All In All Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 20, 2025
     | 136 views

    This message reveals Jesus as the All in All, embodying the fullness of God and manifesting His presence, power, and perfection in every believer’s life.

    JESUS THE ALL IN ALL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Colossians 3:11 Key Verse: “Where there is neither Greek nor Jew, circumcision nor uncircumcision, barbarian, Scythian, bond nor free: but Christ is all, and in all.” — Colossians 3:11 Supporting Texts: Ephesians 1:22-23; Colossians ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God