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  • Alison Bucklin avatar

    Bragging Rights Series

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 28, 2022
     | 1,728 views

    Suffering is part of the process of changing us into people fit for the kingdom of God.

    Everybody knows that Christians shouldn’t boast, right? Some people are so leery of boasting that they hide the gifts God has given them in the mistaken notion that God will be pleased with their humility. But that’s just as bad as seeking every opportunity to grab the limelight, because God can’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    God’s Wisdom To The Wicked Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 7, 2025
     | 304 views

    The words of Isaiah offer hope because it shows us that we don’t have to suffer sin’s consequences! However, God is prepared to judge if we are unwilling to repent and come to Him, through Jesus, for the forgiveness of our sins.

    Isaiah, Part 24 God’s Wisdom to the Wicked Isaiah 59:1-21 - Welcome to Seasons – intro – we are so glad you’ve come to worship today - Last week, we saw Isaiah amplify that obedience to God brings God’s blessings -- God was so serious about His commitment to humanity He provided rescue -- ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Release Of The Spirit--A Communion Message

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on May 11, 2019
     | 6,234 views

    This message deals with the necessity of suffering in the life of those who will be fully used in the Kingdom of God.

    THE RELEASE OF THE SPIRIT—A COMMUNION MESSAGE TEXT: John 12:23-27 John 12:23-27 KJV And Jesus answered them, saying, The hour is come, that the Son of man should be glorified. [24] Verily, verily, I say unto you, Except a corn of wheat fall into the ground and die, it abideth alone: but if it ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Our Glorious Future Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Feb 13, 2013
     | 3,779 views

    Suffering, redemption, transformation, hope

    OUR GLORIOUS FUTURE Romans 8: 18-25 (p800) February 10, 2013 INTRODUCTION: An heir means that you are to be the recipient of an inheritance …Most of us normal folks doesn’t use words like “heir” or “inheritance”. Our Dad might leave us a watch…or after ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    2 Corinthians Series: Between A Rock And A Hard Case Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Aug 4, 2025
     | 534 views

    "Father of Mercies and God of All Comfort" offers Himself to you and I when we are between a rock and a hard case. God does not leave us alone, but draws near and encases us in His love.

    2 CORINTHIANS SERIES Between a Rock and a Hard Case 2 CORINTHIANS 1:1-24 #2corandmore PERSON FROM CONGREGATION READS 2 CORINTHIANS 1:1-24 READ 2 CORINTHIANS 1:1-24 (ESV) “Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, To the church of God that is at Corinth, with all ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Grace In The Middle Of Grief Series

    Contributed by David Scudder on Mar 30, 2009
     | 3,894 views

    Both of our texts describe persecuted believers.Is persecution something that we should avoid or embrace? In a minute I will attempt to answer that question, but before I do let’s see what we can learn about persecution.

    Revelation 7:1-17; 14:1-5 Purpose: To highlight God’s grace toward His faithful followers. Aim: I want the listener to rejoice in the advantages of persecution. INTRODUCTION: Last time, we finished looking at the first six seals (or chapters) from the sacred book that only the Lamb of God could ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Greg Brown avatar

    The Christian's Response To Suffering For Christ (1 Peter 4:12-19) Series

    Contributed by Greg Brown on Aug 2, 2014
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     | 13,526 views

    Exposition of 1 Peter 4:12-19

    The Christian’s Response to Suffering for Christ Dear friends, do not be surprised at the painful trial you are suffering, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice that you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    1 Peter Chapter 5 Commentary Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on May 30, 2021
     | 6,498 views

    Peter closes out his letter to the scattered Christians in the churches of Asia Minor with some final instructions. He counsels the elders about how to lead, includes how and why to live in humility with each other, and gives a final warning.

    1 Peter Chapter 5 Commentary INTRODUCTION to Chapter 5 Peter closes out his letter to the scattered Christians in the churches of Asia Minor with some final instructions. He counsels the elders about how to lead, includes how and why to live in humility with each other, and gives a final warning ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Gift Of Faith

    Contributed by Roger Whipp on Dec 30, 2014
     | 2,253 views

    I believe we should be seeking to have a faith equal to that of Job. Do we believe the immpossible can become possible? I hope so! Includes an inspirational true story about a man siimilar to Job whose faith bought him through so much.

    Gift of Faith: Job Ch. 23 v1-12 How many of us over the past week have gone to a square box normally situated in a corner of a room pressed a button and as a result been either entertained or received information . Mind you with all the soaps I hope you see through all the bubbles! I shall ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Greg Brown avatar

    Prepared To Suffer For Righteousness (1 Peter 4:1-6) Series

    Contributed by Greg Brown on Aug 2, 2014
     | 7,021 views

    Exposition of 1 Peter 4:1-6

    Prepared to Suffer for Righteousness Therefore, since Christ suffered in his body, arm yourselves also with the same attitude, because he who has suffered in his body is done with sin. As a result, he does not live the rest of his earthly life for evil human desires, but rather for the will of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Scott Kircher avatar

    Celebrating Christmas When Tragedy Strikes Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Dec 18, 2011
    based on 28 ratings
     | 9,538 views

    How do we celebrate Christmas when we face tragedies in life?

    Celebrating Christmas when Tragedy Strikes! The birth of Christ did not eliminate Evil The birth of Christ provides hope for eternity The birth of Christ provides Comfort through his presence Intro Slide Christmas is one week out. For some, the excitement of gift giving, of gathering with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Bringing In The Kids Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 20, 2010
     | 4,348 views

    Exposition of Heb 2:10-18 regarding the purposes of Christ's incarnation and death

    Text: Hebrews 2:10-18, Title: Bringing in the Kids, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/19/10, PM A. Opening illustration: Erika going out to get the kids and they are in their winter coats and rain boots, but in characteristic fashion, she doesn’t tell them what she thinks. B. Background to passage: after ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Henderson avatar

    Recycling Our Pain Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 3, 2014
     | 4,429 views

    Our scripture for today falls into this category of verses I don’t understand when I first read them. Here it is. Happy are those who are persecuted.

    “Recycling our Pain” Matthew 5:10 In my personal study of the gospels one of the things I have noticed is that some of the teachings of Jesus are just very difficult for us to follow. At times when we read them they don’t even make sense. For instance, Jesus said: • If ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Groaning And The Glory Series

    Contributed by Robert Simmons on Jan 1, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,198 views

    A STUDY OF ROMANS 8:16-23 WHERE PAUL COMPARES THE SUFFERINGS OF THIS LIFE WITH THE ETERNAL GLORY THEY BRING

    Romans 8:16-23 – The Groaning & The Glory 16. The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God: 17. And if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also glorified together. 18. For I ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Dan Proctor avatar

    The Blessings And Benefits Of Problems (Introduction) Series

    Contributed by Dan Proctor on Mar 7, 2013
     | 4,542 views

    There are many internal benefits and blessings of problems. Let’s examine some of those benefits.

    The Blessings and Benefits of Problems (Introduction) www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. We have learned that problems are a part of life. Because of the curse of sin on this earth, problems are woven into the fabric of everyday life. 2. We see this exemplified throughout the Bible. The men ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church