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  • Kelly Randolph avatar

    The Sweet Fruit Of Bitter Times Series

    Contributed by Kelly Randolph on Feb 17, 2003
    based on 495 ratings
     | 56,735 views

    This sermon explores the fruit of struggling with trials.

    The Sweet Fruit of Bitter Times James 1:1-4 Krispy Kreme donuts are all the rage right now. Many of us have tasted them. Some people will line up and wait for hours to purchase these sweet delights. Let me tell you about the process that leads to a Krispy Kreme donut. First the little balls of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hard Times PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 6, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,450 views

    This sermon explores how trials shape us, teaching us to persevere, find promises in problems, and progress through pain, deepening our dependence on Christ.

    Good morning, dear friends. I am so glad to see each one of you here today. We are gathered together in the presence of our Lord, standing on the common ground of grace. We are a family, bound not by blood, but by the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. You know, life has a way of throwing curve ...read more

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    Being Encouraged In Difficult Times

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2021
     | 8,957 views

    I wanted to share a message of encouragement with you all today. There are many times in life when we can be tempted to feel like we can’t keep going, like it’s too tough.

    I wanted to share a message of encouragement with you all today. There are many times in life when we can be tempted to feel like we can’t keep going, like it’s too tough. And even if you don’t feel that way today, there will be times when you feel that way. So let me encourage you with Galatians ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Trial Of Stephen, Part 3

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 14, 2024
     | 244 views

    Stephen continues his defense of the Gospel, this time looking at the example of Moses, a man chosen by God and rejected by his peers.

    The Trial of Stephen, Part 3 Acts 7:17–29 NKJV “But when the time of the promise drew near which God had sworn to Abraham, the people grew and multiplied in Egypt till another king arose who did not know Joseph. This man dealt treacherously with our people, and oppressed our forefathers, making ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Living In The End Times Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 17, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,178 views

    As the time draws near for the end of the age, we should not be deceived or distressed. Instead, we should be aware of the signs and be alert to the time.

    To start a discussion on core values, a youth pastor in Saskatchewan, Canada, asked his youth group: “What would you do if your doctor told you that you had only 24 hours to live?” The students talked about being with friends and family, and the discussion seemed headed in the right direction. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Keeping Our Faith During The Hard Times

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Oct 26, 2022
     | 3,792 views

    We've probably all been through hard times at least once. It's difficult even to think of joy in those trying moments, yet James wrote that believers should consider trials joyous.

    Hard times. We've probably all been through hard times at least once. It may be a financial loss that caused the hard times. It may be a job loss that caused the financial loss. It may be a relational loss - breaking up with someone we thought would be a lifelong friend. When these hard ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Henderson avatar

    "Learning To Lift Weights"

    Contributed by David Henderson on Dec 22, 2015
     | 4,725 views

    Trials are hard but getting through them brings joy.

    Objects: A set of dumbbells or some type of weightlifting equipment. Scripture: Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith makes us stronger. James 1:2-3 I decided about 6 months ago that I wanted to try to get in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Asking For Help

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jan 28, 2025
     | 168 views

    When Jesus rebuked the storm in the center of the Sea of Galilee he was showing us that Satan and evil can be beaten! Call upon Jesus' help in times of trial because the trials are a metaphor for evil.

    Asking for Help Luke 8:22-25 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 8:22 Now on one of those days Jesus and His disciples got into a boat, and He said to them, “Let’s cross over to the other side of the lake.” So they launched out. 23 But as they were sailing along He fell asleep; and a fierce ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    It Will Come To Pass

    Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Nov 1, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,815 views

    I heard of a Pastor who asks his congregation a question. He asks, in your time of trials and discouragement, what is your favorite scripture in the Bible that gives you strength and encouragement? A young man said, the Lord is my shepherd, I shall not

    It will com e to pass. I heard of a Pastor who asks his congregation a question. He asks, in your time of trials and discouragement, what is your favorite scripture in the Bible that gives you strength and encouragement? A young man said, the Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. That’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Testing Time

    Contributed by Pepe Gonzales on Mar 25, 2025
     | 162 views

    God is always testing our Character , Faith, Obedience, Love, Integrity and loyalty and words like trial, temptation, refining, and testing occur more than 200 times in the bible.

    Life is a Test It is only a test God is always testing our Character , Faith, Obedience, Love, Integrity and loyalty and words like trial, temptation, refining, and testing occur more than 200 times in the bible. We are always being tested by how we respond to people, problems, success, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Call 91:1 In Time Of Trouble (Psalm 91:1)

    Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Aug 18, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 13,224 views

    My question has always been, if it's hard for a Christian then it must be non livable for an unsaved person.

    Call 91:1 in time of trouble Psalm 91:1 He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. 2 I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust. This world is full of surprises, grief and sorrows and it's never easy ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Form Of Our Test And Trials

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Oct 12, 2007
    based on 44 ratings
     | 20,694 views

    Trials / test are the very soil in which we grow! What form do they come in? For-warned is forearmed.

    Form of our Test, Trials, and Temptations James 1:2,3 I heard about a pastor who placed this sign on his door: "If you have problems, come in and tell me all about them. If you don’t have any problems, come in and tell me how you avoid them." In my opinion, verses 2-4 are some of the most ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Promise For Testing Times Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 17, 2009
    based on 55 ratings
     | 46,129 views

    James closes this section on times of testing with a promise for the believers who are suffering under trial by reminding them that God rewards those who remain faithful.

    JAMES 1:12 A PROMISE FOR TESTING TIMES [Hebrews 12:1-2] Chippie THE PARAKEET never saw it coming. One second he was peacefully perched in his cage. The next he was sucked in, washed up, and blown over. The problems began when Chippie’s owner decided to clean Chippie’s cage with a vacuum ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Time To Clean House"

    Contributed by David Henderson on Dec 22, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 15,252 views

    Being angry is not a sin. It is what we do with our anger that really matters.

    “Time to Clean House” John 2:12-22 When I was attending college and seminary I always looked forward to the beginning of a new semester. Regardless of what mistakes I may have made the previous semester, I could now start ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kelvin McKisic avatar

    Strength In Times Of Trouble

    Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Sep 22, 2024
     | 1,001 views

    This sermon encourages believers to persevere through trials, hold onto God's promises, and find strength in faith, using Revelation 2:8-11 as a guide.

    Welcome, cherished family of faith, to our gathering today. It's a joy to see each one of you here, gathered in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Our lives, interwoven in the tapestry of God's grand design, have led us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ