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    Persevere Until You Win

    Contributed by Pastor Duncan Shabane on May 21, 2020
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    perseverance is being content in the period of temptations and sufferings and pains and fruitfulness, you become more stronger when you persevere

    ** perseverance__persistent determination ** perseverance is a behavior ** perseverance is the result of a long trial or suffering ** when life brings us pain, failure and shame, we persevere with hope ** ( James 1:4) ** the will to go forward brings the maturity of a christian. ** when you ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Glory To Be Revealed Series

    Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Jan 22, 2022
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    Paul tells believers in Rome that ‘the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us’. But what is this glory?

    PRE-TALK OR CHILDREN’S TALK Before Priscilla and I got married I used to keep a scrap book. In 1988 I cut out this picture from a newspaper. It’s of Linford Christie at the Seoul Olympics. He had never before competed in the Olympics but at Seoul, he won the silver medal. Four years later, he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Triumphs Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 14, 2022
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     | 2,112 views

    These people in their deeds and sufferings gave striking evidence to the power of faith to enable a man with supernatural courage for both action and endurance.

    HEBREWS 11:32-34 {Leaving a Legacy Series] TRIUMPHS (AND TRIBULATIONS) OF FAITH In the closing section of chapter 11 the writer lets his mind’s eye roam back over people and events of history and God brings to memory name after name and event after event of heroic souls. c Having taken us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    No Condition Is Permanent Series

    Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Dec 16, 2021
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    Your current condition cannot outweigh your future glory. No condition is permanent and so are your afflictions, sufferings and disappointments.

    *OASIS EVENING WORD (OEW)* For our present troubles are small and won’t last very long. Yet they produce for us a glory that vastly outweighs them and will last forever! 2 Corinthians 4:17 NLT *NO CONDITION IS PERMANENT* Straightaway, your current condition cannot outweigh your future glory. No ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Danger Of Neglecting God’s Presence Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 2, 2025
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    The presence of God is not a luxury—it is a necessity. Any leadership, ministry, or life that functions without it will suffer decline, deception, and destruction.

    THE DANGER OF NEGLECTING GOD’S PRESENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 13:3 Supporting Texts: Exodus 33:15; Psalm 51:11; 2 Samuel 6:6-7; Hosea 4:6; Revelation 3:20 INTRODUCTION: The presence of God is the most vital necessity for any believer, leader, or nation. Without it, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Isaiah 53: It Wasn't Very Long Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 17, 2024
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    The trials of Jesus, the suffering of Jesus on the cross, and His time in the tomb did not take very long, but impact us for eternity.

    ISAIAH 53 SERIES: IT WASN’T VERY LONG ISAIAH 53:8-9 | #Isaiah53 PERSON IN THE CONGREGATION READS ISAIAH 53 READ ISAIAH 53:1-12 (ESV) “Who has believed what he has heard from us? And to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed? 2 For He grew up before Him like a young plant, and like a root out ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Way Of The Cross PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 20, 2024
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     | 1,363 views

    This sermon explores Jesus' foretelling of His suffering, Peter's misunderstanding, and the call to embrace self-denial and the cross for the Kingdom of God.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It's such a joy to come together in this sacred sanctuary, where the echoes of our collective praises rise to the heavens and the whispers of God's Word soften our hearts. We're gathered here today, not by chance or circumstance, but by the divine appointment of ...read more

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    Job: The Character Of A Father

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jun 18, 2024
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    Job was not just a man who was known for suffering but also as a man of character and presence in his children's lives.

    Note: I have studied sermons and devotions on this topic. So I have gleaned from the studies. Title: Lessons from Job and Parenting Theme: Text: Job 1:1 – 5 Opening Scripture Job 1:1-5 There was a man in the land of Uz, whose name was Job; and that man was blameless and upright, and one who ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    God's People Are Not Innocent, But Also Not Guilty PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
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    Explore the mystery of suffering, affirming that even in the midst of adversity, God is present and we should maintain our hope in Him.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving headfirst into a theme that has troubled believers since the dawn of time. We're exploring the mystery of why good people suffer, why the wicked seem to prosper, and how we can keep our hope in God despite all adversity. Our main scripture comes from ...read more

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    Go! And Comfort Others! - 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 19, 2025
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     | 618 views

    Life is filled with moments of pain, heartache, and suffering. At some point, every person faces trials that seem too heavy to bear. But as followers of Jesus, we are not left to suffer alone. God, in His great mercy and love, is our Comforter. And He calls us to extend that same comfort to others.

    Go! And Comfort Others! - 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 Introduction Life is filled with moments of pain, heartache, and suffering. At some point, every person faces trials that seem too heavy to bear. But as followers of Jesus, we are not left to suffer alone. God, in His great mercy and love, is our ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Ever Feel Like God Has Unfriended You? Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 29, 2020
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    As long as we are joined to God through our faith in Jesus Christ, we need not fear separation from God in this life or in the life to come. Why? Because of His steadfast love which endures forever.

    Ever Feel Like God Has Unfriended You? (Romans 8:35-39, Psalm 44:17-26) 1. Have you ever decided to break off a friendship? Dear Abby, “I became engaged to a man and just found out he had a wooden leg. Do you think I should break it off?” 2. One young woman explains why she did so: “I knew it ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Where Are You God? When The Wicked Prosper And You’re People Suffer? Series

    Contributed by Glenn Newton on Feb 17, 2013
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     | 10,888 views

    How should the Christian compare his life to others around us? Where is God when it feels like we are on the losing side?

    Psalm 37: 1-9 1 Do not fret because of those who are evil or be envious of those who do wrong; 2 for like the grass they will soon wither, like green plants they will soon die away. 3 Trust in the LORD and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture. 4 Take delight in the LORD, and he will ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Christ’s Suffering, Our Salvation: A Love That Redeems 1 Peter 3:18 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 14, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 844 views

    1 Peter 3:18 is a verse packed with truth about Christ’s purpose and mission, and serves as both a beacon of hope and a reminder of the depth of God’s love.

    Christ’s Suffering, Our Salvation: A Love That Redeems 1 Peter 3:18 Introduction Today, we’re diving into a profound and powerful verse that brings us right to the heart of the gospel message—1 Peter 3:18. This verse, packed with truth about Christ’s purpose and mission, serves as both a beacon ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Altruistic Love

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 20, 2006
    based on 25 ratings
     | 10,693 views

    Altruistic love can be identified by asking whether one agrees with statements that define altruism, such as, "I’d rather suffer myself than let the one I love suffer," and "I’m willing to sacrifice my own wishes to let the one I love achieve his or hers.

    Disclaimer: Source material for this sermon has been gleaned from many different sources. I have attempted to acknowledge these sources whenever possible. Altruistic Love 1 Corinthians 13 Introduction: A man received the following letter: Dearest Jimmy, No words could ever express the great ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Twenty-Four Carat Faith

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 11, 2025
     | 213 views

    We don’t have to suffer for our faith. But we do have to live for it. And if we never grate against a sinful world, how true to Christ are we being?

    Peter is one of my favorite Bible characters. He’s the one who always opens his mouth before his brain has switched into gear and that’s a failing I have a lot of sympathy with. Remember when the disciples were alone on the boat out in the middle of the Sea of Galilee and they saw Jesus walking ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed