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  • Scott Kircher avatar

    If God Is Loving, Why Is There Suffering Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on May 6, 2012
    based on 27 ratings
     | 10,325 views

    Where is God in the midst of suffering?

    If God is Loving, Why is there Suffering? Genesis 3 Man’s Sin causes Suffering and Pain Both Personal Sin And Original Sin God’s Mercy ends suffering and pain God’s Grace replaces suffering and pain Intro Slide Probably the most asked question, in regards to there being a loving God is why is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Compelled By The Love Of Christ

    Contributed by Thomas Black on Jun 4, 2005
    based on 13 ratings
     | 5,503 views

    What does it take to give up every comfort and to recieve every form of suffering in order to reach ONE for Christ? The Love of Christ must compell you.

    Today is Memorial day Sunday. The idea of the holiday surpasses hot-dogs on the grill; it’s an opportunity and a call to reflect on the sacrifice of many thousands of men who have died for the ideals of our country. Some of you served in the military and have given a part of your heart to serving ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Does God Allow Suffering?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 205 ratings
     | 12,225 views

    Our heavenly Father knows what is best even when He allows us to go through dark valleys of suffering.

    Suffering - To experience adverse effects of something unpleasant. To feel pain, grief or discomfort. Illustration:Someone asked C.S. Lewis, "Why do the righteous suffer?" "Why not?" he replied. "They’re the only ones who can take it." Unknown. "Although the world is full of suffering, it is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Does God Allow Suffering?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 16, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,611 views

    Someone asked C.S. Lewis, "Why do the righteous suffer?" "Why not?" he replied. "They’re the only ones who can take it."

    Why Does God Allow Suffering? by Paul Fritz James 1:2-1:3 Suffering - To experience adverse effects of something unpleasant. To feel pain, grief or discomfort. Illustration:Someone asked C.S. Lewis, "Why do the righteous suffer?" "Why not?" he replied. "They’re the only ones who can take ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Pentecost: Based Upon Christ’s Work Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 3, 2017
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    Having concluded his remarks concerning the gift of the Holy Ghost, Peter preaches to them about Jesus: and this passage is a summary of the history of Christ. Here is an account of his death and sufferings, which they witnessed just a few weeks earlier.

    July 15, 2013 By: Tom Lowe Lesson II.A.2.b: Pentecost: Based Upon Christ’s Work Acts 2.22-36 (KJV) 22 Ye men of Israel, hear these words; Jesus of Nazareth, a man approved of God among you by miracles and wonders and signs, which God did by him in the midst of you, as ye ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Is There So Much Suffering In The World? Series

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on May 31, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,251 views

    It is a question that many people ask. This sermon helps us to explore the issues.

    Why is there so much suffering in the world? It’s a question that many people have asked, and as I’ve gone door to door visiting in various places it has been a question that people would want to ask God. Some people say to me, “Everything happens for a reason”; and whilst ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Understanding Christ's Final Words SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023
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     | 1,128 views

    The Seven Words of Jesus from the Cross are a profound reflection in his own words on Forgiveness, Salvation, Love, Atonement, Suffering, Victory and Security.

    The Seven Words of Jesus from the Cross are powerful statements that Jesus himself made during his crucifixion. These words encompass forgiveness, salvation, love, atonement, suffering, victory, and security. They provide a profound commentary on the character and consequence of human sin, as well ...read more

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    Forgetting What's Behind. Straining For What's Ahead.

    Contributed by Quintin Marrow on Apr 3, 2001
    based on 37 ratings
     | 8,340 views

    Forsaking all past achievements and human advantages, St. Paul strains ahead to be found in Christ; this striving is by faith, and results in an imputed righteousness from God, a sharing in the sufferings of Christ, Christlikeness and participation in the resurrection of the dead.

    “Forgetting what’s behind. Straining for what’s ahead.” April 1, 2001 The Rev’d Quintin Marrow St. Anne’s Episcopal Church Oceanside, California The Text: Phil. 3:8-14 In sixteenth-century France, the start of the new year was observed on April first. It was celebrated ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Are We Suffering From An Identity Crisis In The Church?

    Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Apr 14, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 19,040 views

    So Jesus, in the midst of growing opposition and surrounded by crowds of people who liked him but did not understand him asked two questions to his disciples in order to get them to understand fully who he is, and who they are in Him, so that they will no

    Are we Suffering from an Identity Crisis in the Church? Am Service March 1st 2009 Matthew 16:13-20 Introduction Are you unsure of your role in life? Do you feel like you don’t know the real you? If you answer yes to these questions, you may be experiencing what is known as an identity crisis. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Observing Nature Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Aug 30, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,948 views

    In Jesus’ encounter with the Greek seekers, we see the Nature of the Savior, The Nature of Suffering and the Nature of the Servant.

    20Now there were certain Greeks among those who came up to worship at the feast. * These are believed to be Jews living in Greece, visiting Jerusalem for the Passover Feast. * Philip is a Greek name. He probably spoke fluent Greek. 21 Then they came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faithful To The End Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Mar 30, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,198 views

    Fourth in the Revelation series focusing on the church at Smyrna-- the Suffering Church

    REVIEW I.PROLOGUE 1:1-20 II.Messages to the Seven churches 2-3 (Things with are) A. The Message to the church in Ephesus 2:1-7 The passionless church 1. Characteristic The one who guards the leadership in each church as He walks among them. 2. Commendation Jesus commended their ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    The Certain End Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 2, 2020
     | 3,823 views

    In the end of times, Israel can expect a huge battle and much suffering, but Christ will return to deliver them and rout the enemies, establishing His millennial kingdom of holiness. The glorious end is certain for Israel and the world. We trust Him.

    We started the book of Zechariah in OCT last year and we’re ending it today. The last oracle (chapters 12-14) talks about the future of Israel. • Everything is uncertain to the returnees in Zechariah’s time (520BC) but the future is certain to God; He planned it. Remember how it starts - 12:1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Service Of Christ

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 1, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 3,027 views

    A message on living the Christian life.

    THE SERVICE OF CHRIST Colossians 1:23-29 INTRO: What the eye once sees it can never unsee. I wonder what would happen if we saw Jesus as Paul saw him? What would happen to us if we had that kind of vision? Here is a man who didn’t see him personally, but fell at his feet. You can’t meet Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Grace In The Middle Of Grief Series

    Contributed by David Scudder on Mar 30, 2009
     | 3,411 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

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    How Shall They Know?

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 29, 2013
     | 4,470 views

    They will know we are Christians by our love.

    How Shall They Know? John 13:31-35 Introduction Everyone has an opinion about love. It has been the topic of many a poem, song, novel, and ordinary conversation. For example, a Beatle’s song of what now seems eons ago says: “Love, love, love, all you need is love”. Is this ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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