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  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Rejoicing In Suffering: Building Character In Christ Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2023
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     | 1,832 views

    Our trials and tribulations are not in vain. They serve as opportunities for us to grow in endurance, develop strength of character

    Rejoicing in Suffering: Building Character in Christ Introduction: Begin with a warm welcome to the congregation and introduce the key verse: Romans 5:3-4 (NLT) - "We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    After You Have Suffered A While

    Contributed by Larry Grant on May 18, 2025
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    The world will make you nervous, the world will try to unsettle you! BUT don’t put your trust in the things of this world! Put your trust in Jesus and He will settle you upon a sure foundation.

    1 Peter 5:8-11 After You Have Suffered A While May 18, 2025 WE NEED TO STRENGTHEN OUR WALK WITH GOD! We are told that we need to be "sober and vigilant". Being watchful means that we need to get serious in the church. The Devil is Real - Here, he is called "Adversary". This ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Standing Strong Amidst Trials SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023
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    This sermon provides encouragement for those currently experiencing suffering, as well as those who may face it in the future. It emphasizes the strength and joy that can be found even in times of hardship.

    Today, I want to encourage all of you who are going through difficult times. Despite the challenges we face, we can still find joy and stand strong. No matter what we've been through, we can declare, "I'm still standing!" In his second letter to the Corinthians, Paul addresses three main points: ...read more

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    Go! And See Beyond The Visible – Fix Your Eyes On The Eternal - 2 Corinthians 4:18 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 28, 2025
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     | 367 views

    In this world, the clouds of trouble, suffering, and distraction often obscure eternity. But the believer is called to see with the eyes of faith—to look beyond what is visible to what is eternal.

    Go! And See Beyond the Visible – Fix Your Eyes on the Eternal - 2 Corinthians 4:18 2 Corinthians 4:18 (NLT): “So we don’t look at the troubles we can see now; rather, we fix our gaze on things that cannot be seen. For the things we see now will soon be gone, but the things we cannot see will last ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Does A Loving God Allow Suffering? Series

    Contributed by Brad Stone on Jun 21, 2024
     | 1,875 views

    We all have ask the question of how a God who loves and is omnipotent could allow certain events that result in suffering to occur. In this message, I try to answer that question and bring hope to people who may be suffering.

    Biblical Answers to Life’s Tough Questions: Why Does a Loving God Allow Suffering? Romans 8:22 1 Peter 5:10 How many of you have ask this very question before? I know that I have. I have questioned why an omnipotent God doesn’t stop certain events from happening. We realize and have faith that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Focusing On The Eternal 2 Corinthians 4:18 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 18, 2024
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     | 1,071 views

    In 2 Corinthians 4:18, the Apostle Paul, reveals a powerful perspective that can transform our lives.

    Focusing on the Eternal 2 Corinthians 4:18 Introduction: Today, we are going to delve into a profound truth found in 2 Corinthians 4:18. The Apostle Paul, in his letter to the Corinthians, reveals a powerful perspective that can transform our lives. Our focus will be on understanding what it means ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How Could A Good God Allow Suffering? Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Dec 16, 2012
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     | 7,095 views

    No answer can completely answer this most difficult question of life. I this sermon we consider some things about God and the world He created, we consider the reasons for suffering, and we consider how to cope with suffering.

    Introduction: A. There is a scene in a British movie where a young brother and sister had experienced the death of their beloved kitten. 1. The children had prayed fervently that the cat would get well, but unfortunately, it had died. 2. The children couldn’t understand why this had ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Life's Not Fair

    Contributed by Andrew Rogers on Jul 23, 2008
     | 7,295 views

    Looking at the suffering of job,and asking why bad things happen to good people

    LIFE’S NOT FAIR THE BOOK OF JOB WEEK 2 2008 INTRODUCTION 1. Good Morning. Week #2. By a raise of hands I’m curious who has been following along in the reading plan. I’m sure many of you got through the first 11 chapters of Genesis with not much problem, but now you are wading through the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Dealing With Struggle Series

    Contributed by David Rumley on Apr 16, 2009
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     | 10,512 views

    How do we deal with struggle and suffering? What is the Biblical perspective on knowing if God cares as we walk through life?

    Struggle: a biblical perspective to Maturity in Christ Matthew 8: 23 When He got into the boat, His disciples followed Him. 24 And behold, there arose a great storm on the sea, so that the boat was being covered with the waves; but Jesus Himself was asleep. 25 And they came to Him and woke Him, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Hanging On To Hope. Series

    Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Nov 10, 2014
     | 4,463 views

    The source of our Suffering and how to hang onto hope in the sufferings.

    Key Words: “Hope” used six different times. “Wait” used three different times. “Groan” used three different times. Key: There is purpose behind the pain. The Source of Our Suffering: 1) Our own Situation. John 16:33 2) Is our Sin. Romans 5:12 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Is God A Monster?

    Contributed by R. Escoanyelin Ortiz on Nov 21, 2011
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     | 2,487 views

    TO TRY TO EXPOSE SOME MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT GOD

    IS GOD A MONSTER? DARWIN PRAYED THAT HIS DAUGHTER MAY SURVIVE THE TERRIBLE SICKNESS THAT SHE WENT THROUGH. HIS DAUGHTER DIED. DID HE BECAME ANGRY WITH GOD? MAYBE. THIS EMOTIONAL STATE COULD HAVE BEEN THE FUEL BEHIND THE THEORY OF EVOLOTION. (WELL IT IS JUST A THEORY, RIGHT?). ANYHOW, MANY PEOPLE ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Slow Computers And Waiting Series

    Contributed by Michael Karpf on Oct 6, 2010
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     | 4,343 views

    We must be patient in everything as we anticipate Christ's return if we want to be mature.

    SLOW COMPUTERS AND WAITING James 5:7-12 There are certain things in life I cannot live without. My computer is one of them. And of course I need to have internet access. Because what’s the first thing I do when I get up? Check my email and see if I have any messages. Especially with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    From "Ow!” To "Ooh!”; "Arrgh!” To "Aaah!” Groaning Will Give Way To Glory

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jul 7, 2008
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     | 2,808 views

    The life of a Christian is often hot to handle that we may be tempted to even pack it in. But the Apostle Paul urges us not to do so for our groaning will give way to glory.

    I have a loonie here that I want to give away. Who wants it? Before I give it to you I want to burn off some of the germs that are on this coin. (Hold coin in candle flame with a pair of pliers for a couple of seconds.) Done. Go ahead. Take the coin. Did your fingers get burned? No? That’s good. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Hope - Our Strength

    Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Jul 11, 2008
    based on 16 ratings
     | 3,912 views

    "while the world is full of suffering, it is also full of overcoming it." Helen Keller Today we will see that: Our Present Sufferings Will Not Last – (v. 18) Our Promised Future Will Not End – (v. 23) Our Patient Hope Will Be Our Strength (v. 25)

    Introduction: What are you going through today? Do you feel like giving up, throwing up your hands and quitting? Do you struggle with… · Financial Burdens – Can meet the bills · Physical Burden’s – Sick or struggling with addiction · Relational Burden’s – Broken marriage, friendship or ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Experiencing God

    Contributed by Andrew Rogers on Jul 23, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,730 views

    Job goes through terrible suffering, but finally God speaks.

    EXPERIENCING GOD JOB 42:1-6 WEEK 3 INTRODUCTION 1. I’m curious this morning about some of the things the Lord may have been speaking to you through His Word. Have you found yourself making observations and application the scriptures? 2. REPEAT: a. Everyday with you Lord is sweeter then the day ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal