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  • Ian Humphrey avatar

    His Manifold Sorrows

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 6, 2015
     | 2,684 views

    His Manifold Sorrows

    His Manifold Sorrows Isaiah 53 v. 3 "He is despised and rejected of men; a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief: and we hid as it were our faces from him; he was despised, and we esteemed him not." He is a:- 1. Suffering Saviour - "He is despised and rejected of men." Handels Messiah - head ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    "where Was God?"

    Contributed by Dwight Davis on Jun 5, 2002
    based on 56 ratings
     | 4,232 views

    This sermon utilizes the tragedy of 9/11 to answer the age old question; "where was God when..?"

    “Where was God?” You’ve no doubt heard the news, the United States of America--the richest and most fortified Super Power in the entire world sustained an almost unthinkable attack. In this anonymous and brutal act of aggression, the very symbols of our vast economic wealth ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    What Trials Do Series

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on Dec 22, 2008
     | 3,584 views

    Suffering is a part of the Christian’s life.

    1. Who really likes all the trials & testings? a. I don’t know too many people that would jump and say, “I do Pastor Ed. I love them. Give me more!” b. After all, they are often irritating times of sorrow & sadness, & difficult times of problems & pain. c. But whether we like them or not, trials ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Old Rugged Cross Series

    Contributed by Brian Harvison on May 29, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 32,481 views

    Today we continue our study in the series Hymns You love We are looking at The Old Rugged Cross

    Read passage Today we continue our study in the series Hymns You love We are looking at The Old Rugged Cross In 1913 George Bennard was struggling with a problem that caused him much suffering His mind went back again and again to Christ’s anguish on the cross This was the heart of the Gospel! The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Refiner's Fire

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Dec 6, 2021
     | 2,475 views

    A sermon for the second Sunday in Advent, Year C

    December 5, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Malachi 3:1-4; Philippians 1:3-11; Luke 3:1-6 The Refiner’s Fire Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Children need to be challenged. Maturing from a child into an adult ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Trial By Fire Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jul 22, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,560 views

    1 Peter 4:12-19 prepares us to 1) Expect suffering (1 Peter 4:12), 2) Exult in suffering (1 Peter 4:13-14), 3) Evaluate suffering (1 Peter 4:15-18), and 4) Entrust suffering to God (1 Peter 4:19).

    1 Peter 4:12-19. Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. [13] But rejoice insofar as you share Christ's sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed. [14] If you are ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Adam James avatar

    Purpose: Unknown

    Contributed by Adam James on Oct 31, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 20,157 views

    It is a fact of life that we will go through times of trial, pain, and suffering. This is an encouraging sermon that reminds us that God has a plan for us, and that trials give us an opportunity to grow in faith, wisdom, and maturity.

    You know, everything happens for a reason. Even before I was saved, I seemed to have the knowing that nothing in life was a coincidence. I just knew that we encounter experiences in life for a purpose, either to learn an important life lesson, or to grow in some way, but more importantly, to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Satan's War Against God's Followers Series

    Contributed by David Scudder on Mar 8, 2009
     | 4,108 views

    The American church has been mostly exempt from persecution for more than 200 years. Could it be that we too have become lazy along the way? The fifth seal talks about those who have died for the Lord rather than live for the world. If you were given th

    Revelation 6:9-11; 12:10-17 Purpose: To describe how and why martyrs die. Aim: I want the listener to accept persecution as a privilege. INTRODUCTION: The early church suffered much persecution. But from the death of Severus in 211 until the reign of Decius in 240, about 30 years, the church ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    God Will Not Give You More Than You Can Handle Series

    Contributed by Bret Hammond on Aug 5, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,707 views

    People who are going through difficult times are often told by others not to worry because, “God won’t give you more than you can handle.” The words are said with the best of intentions but unfortunately no such promise exists in the Bible.

    INTRODUCTION A. I first introduced you to Saeed Abedini several months ago – many heard name on news 1. American citizen –Iranian descent – pastor – has been in Iranian prison since 2012 2. His crime – preaching about Jesus – for that -8 years –worst ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Comfort-Able Living

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 31, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,857 views

    4 truths from these opening verses that should comfort all of us when life turns sour (Adapted from Bob Russell's book, Take Comfort, chapter called Comfort-Able Living pgs. 5-13)

    HoHum: “I am the subject of depressions of the spirit so fearful that I hope none of you ever get to such extremes of wretchedness.” Who said this? Charles Spurgeon, a famous preacher from England. WBTU: There is an idea out there that Christians should always be happy, always have a smile on ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Gold For The Kingdom

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Jul 12, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,502 views

    5 areas where the characteristics of tried faith and refined gold blend into a wonderful analogy, giving insight into suffering (Material adapted from Joe Beam in his book, "Seeing the Unseen")

    HoHum: The devil went down to Georgia, he was lookin’ for a soul to steal. He was in a bind ‘cause he was way behind and he was willin’ to make a deal. In the book of Job he didn’t go to Georgia... WBTU: Why does God let Satan hurt us? When we read a book like Job, we are mystified by the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Beyond Our Strength Series

    Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Jun 16, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,062 views

    When you undergo afflictions, go over your convictions.

    JOSEPH BAYLY ONCE SAID, “Never doubt in the dark what you learned in the light.” But we do, don’t we? When we go through times of trial, we lose sight of what we believe. We have a tendency to see only the bad our afflictions. For example, when the heat’s on, we may assume ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Justified By Faith Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 4, 2019
     | 4,215 views

    We are being justified by faith, We have Shalom with God. Justification by faith gives us three blessings according to this passage hope of sharing the glory of God, tribulations to mould our character and reconciliation with God.

    Romans 5:1-11 Justified by Faith Introduction: Romans 5:1-11 weaves together themes of faith, love, hope, and glory, threading them through the Life events of Christ on the earth. “justified (dikaiothentes) by faith”. The word dikaioo means to be made just or righteous—not guilty, declared ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Beatings

    Contributed by Bala Samson on May 27, 2024
     | 663 views

    The gain outweighs the pain!

    Proverbs 20:30"Lashes and wounds purge away evil, and beatings cleanse the innermost parts." I was led in the Spirit to write this devotion; nevertheless, it is tough to write on tough & hard subjects. Not many would want to hear about beatings, though, anybody listening? We find in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Survive Life’s Challenges

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Dec 15, 2013
     | 6,171 views

    Survive Life’s Challenges 1) Consider Satan’s Goal 2) Consider God’s Control

    If you want to become a good hockey player, you’ll want to spend time watching elite players like Sydney Crosby. If you want to become a great artist, you’ll want to study the works of Van Goh and Rembrandt. Where should you turn though if you want to figure out how best to survive ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran