Sermons about Times Of Hardship

And Where Was God

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 14, 2001

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This sermon deals with tragedy of the terrorist attack at the World Trade Center, The Pentagon and the plane in PA. God works even in tragedies.

And Where Was God 9/16/2001 Psalm 24 Hebrews 11:32-40 Three eleven year old students, Bernard Brown, Asia Cotton, and Rodney Dickens were the envy of many of their classmates. It’s one thing to go on a field trip, but to go on a field trip that takes you all the way across the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:35-40, Psalm 24:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Solving Problems God's Way Part 3 Series

Contributed by Eldron Gill on Feb 29, 2008

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Solving Problems God’s Way Part 3: Digging Deeper Into Root Causes

Solving Problems God’s Way Part 3: Digging Deeper Into Root Causes Matthew 5:21-28 Introduction: Mr. Smith has a very serious problem. I want you to think along with me this morning and help me help Mr. Smith find his root problem. Illustration PPT- Brown Spots In The Lawn * Of course the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

Thorns

Contributed by William Noel on Jul 31, 2005

based on 21 ratings

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Motivational sermon on how God uses trials (Thorns) in lives of His children to make us more productive for His service

“Thorns” II Cor. 12:7-10 7 And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure. 8 For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Soldier's Story

Contributed by Duran Johnson on Mar 13, 2003

based on 120 ratings

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This message is to encourage the people of God to endure the hardships and trials of life.

"Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ." (2 Timothy 2:3) Introduction I have become a big fan of the Apostle Paul as I continue reading and digesting the letters written by him in the NT. I’m particularly intrigued by his multi-faceted personality. In this second ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

When It Doesn't Get Better

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 10, 2007

based on 11 ratings

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Five things to do when it doesn’t get better

When It Doesn’t Get Better 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - July 8, 2007 *Have you ever been in a situation where there was nothing you could do to make it better? -No matter how hard you tried, how much you spent, how much you argued, how much you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Injustice Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Apr 15, 2006

based on 4 ratings

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3rd in 5 part Series using the popular TV show, CSI, to investigate the death and subsequent resurrection of Jesus Christ.

THE GREAT INJUSTICE: Caiaphas’ Conspiracy CSI: Murder of God - Week 4 MATT.26:57-68 INTRODUCTION: (Intro mpeg to CSI:31) It’s amazing that sometimes in our twisted world that what’s right can be unjust - that some things that are legal don’t give justice to others. Perennially perky lawyer, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:57-68

Denomination: Christian Church

Pain Has A Purpose

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Mar 13, 2006

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We all know pain is going to be a part of life. The main question is "why". If I understand God’s purpose for pain I can deal with it.

March 12, 2006 Second Sunday in the Season of Lent -------------------------------------------------- Then he began to teach them that the Son of Man must undergo great suffering, and be rejected by the elders, the chief priests, and the scribes, and be killed, and after three days rise again. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: United Methodist

Real World Spirituality

Contributed by William Nieporte on Sep 6, 2005

based on 61 ratings

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How do we live a life of holiness in the kind of wold in which we must now reside

This morning I would like to talk about how to live spirituality in the real world. We live in a world of terrorist attacks – of sexual predators that prey on small children – of gang violence and drug busts – of economic hardships, poverty, homelessness, and starvation – of battered spouses ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

What Does 9.11 Make Of Us?

Contributed by Don Hawks on Sep 6, 2002

based on 34 ratings

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In spite of the tragedy, what “man meant for evil, God used for good”, thus how will Christians and American citizens be a part of the reshaping of culture since 9.11.01?

(Power Point available--email author) SLIDE 1 “WHAT DOES 9.11 MAKE OF US?” 8:30 with Video presentation (adapted from Leonard Sweet’s message on 9.11) Slide 2 “Night fell on a different world.” These are some of the first words President George Bush used to reflect on September 11, 2001. Slide ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:20, Romans 13:8-10

Denomination: Methodist

Take Courage

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 28, 2002

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This text is all about contrary winds - really opposition; those things that come into our lives and make us wonder if we will EVER get anything accomplished.

This text is all about contrary winds - really opposition; those things that come into our lives and make us wonder if we will EVER get anything accomplished. What kinds of contrary winds did Jesus face? Mark’s gospel (v.1) tells us that Jesus had just been rejected in his home town, Nazareth. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:45-52

Denomination: United Methodist

Where Is God When It Hurts? Part 1 Series

Contributed by Paul Kuzma on Feb 19, 2002

based on 38 ratings

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To adequately answer the question calls for the willingness to embrace three critical concerns.

I. INTRODUCTION A. Star Over Bedlam If I were to choose one word to describe 2001, I would have to choose the word bedlam. 2001 started in confusion with the presidential elections and it ended with the insanity of Osama and his followers in Afghanistan. In a word: Bedlam--total confusion and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-12

Denomination: Foursquare

Shut Your Mouth?

Contributed by Rich Vanarsdalen on Aug 7, 2007

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A look at the dedication of Daniel who stayed true to God, refusing to forsake his relationship with God.

Shut Your Mouth? Daniel Chapter 6 I would like to preach a message today that is so incredibly ENCOURAGING! On a topic that I am so comfortable with – SHUTTING OUR MOUTHS! We are going to look at an incredible example in the Word of God today – an example that we have looked at in the past – ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Right Man In The Right Place At God's Right Hand

Contributed by Charles Degner on May 12, 2003

based on 28 ratings

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What does it mean for the church today to believe that Jesus is sitting at God’s right hand?

That power is like the working of his mighty strength, {20} which he exerted in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly realms, {21} far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and every title that can be given, not only in the present age ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:16-23

Denomination: Lutheran

The Gospel According To Luke Series

Contributed by Keith Warden on Feb 23, 2004

based on 122 ratings

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How can I move forward when my prayers go unanswered?

How to Wait on a Miracle Luke 1:5-25 Introduction Have you ever asked God for something, something good and acceptable, something that seemed like a proper request that He could honor if He simply chose to do so, and then found yourself waiting indefinitely? Quite often, it seems like God’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25, Luke 1:1-65

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Disappointment Series

Contributed by Eldon Reich on Sep 13, 2004

based on 38 ratings

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Helps people to deal with the many disappointments they face in life.

When Your Brook Dries Up” Elijah at Cherith I Kings 17:1-16 Last week we talked about desperate times. This week we want to talk about disappointing times. If you open the paper, turn on the TV, attend a family reunion Go to church or just go home. Life is filled with disappointment. I’m not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

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