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  • Shane Speck avatar

    Turning Trials Into Triumph Series

    Contributed by Shane Speck on Feb 14, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 12,447 views

    We all deal with trials and tribulations each and every day, the world and Christians alike need to know the value of pressing through the tough times!

    PRACTICAL CHRISTIAN LIVING “Turning Trials into Triumph” (James 1:2-4) INTRO.  Have you heard: “When life hands you a lemon make lemonade”  This is much easier said than done… but the idea is sound! - it is biblical - Many bible characters have shown that with God’s help they can ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Puts The Tiger In Our Tanks? Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 6, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,951 views

    It is tough to stay motivated to serve the Lord. We all gravitate toward room temperature – being lukewarm. How can we stay motivated?

    What Puts the Tiger in Our Tanks? (Philippians 1:20-30) 1. Let me talk to you about Ants. Not the kind that marry uncles, but the kind that live outside. According to a CNN article, 2."Like humans, fungus-growing ants are true farmers and the survival of the colony depends on the food they ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Our Victorious King Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 24, 2013
     | 12,829 views

    When times are tough, thank the Lord for His timeless love; trust the Lord for His timely help; and take the Lord in as your triumphant King!

    Our Victorious King Psalm 118 Three store owners shared adjacent storefronts in the same building. Times were tough. So in hopes of picking up sales, the owner of the shop at one end of the building pout a sign over his front entrance that said, “YEAR END CLEARANCE!” At the other ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Woman Of Great Faith

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on May 10, 2015
    based on 2 ratings
     | 23,027 views

    A Mother's Day sermon about the woman with a demon possessed daughter that emphasizes faith in God and prayer when facing tough times with our children.

    Woman of Great Faith Mother’s Day Chuck Sligh May 10, 2015 TEXT: Please turn to Matthew 15 INTRODUCTION Being a mother is a great privilege, but also a great challenge. I like the way the late Erma Bombeck put it: I’ve always told [my children], “The easiest part of being ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    All Things New

    Contributed by James Jackson on Dec 29, 2020
     | 9,417 views

    Good riddance to a tough year, and here's to the promise of a new year, where Jesus can and does make all things new.

    [I am thankful for Charles Spurgeon's New Years Sermon of 1885. Much of the thought of this sermon came from that one.] “And he that sat upon the throne said, Behold, I make all things new.” — Revelation 21: 5 Good morning. Please open your Bibles to Revelation 21. I hope your Christmas was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Dress Code

    Contributed by Brian Buriff on Mar 20, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 11,925 views

    What every Christian should wear to church...or any other time in their sacred approach to God through worship, prayer, bible study and their devotions.

    I. DEAR ABBY LETTERS – How To Dress In Church Dear Abby: May I respond to your reply regarding attire in church? As a priest and pastor, I’m appalled at how some people come dressed for Sunday worship. You said that “Dress codes have been greatly relaxed in recent decades,” which I find to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Called To Be Holy Series

    Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Sep 30, 2011
     | 7,616 views

    When life gets tough, the pressure is to compromise your faith walk, but the Bible makes clear that Because we are redeemed children of God, we are to live holy lives.

    CALLED TO BE HOLY 1 PETER 1:13-25 Because we are redeemed children of God, we are to live holy lives. INTRODUCTION I was listening to a radio talk show. The topic was how a young man was taking his Catholic high school to court for forbidding him from taking his gay boyfriend to the graduation ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Kangaroo Court Series

    Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Apr 1, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
     | 6,898 views

    The 4th message in a series leading up to Easter focusing on the people involved in the Passion of Christ. This message focuses upon Pilate and the six trials leading up to Jesus’ death.

    The Passion March 28, 2004 Kangaroo Court Sunday AM Intro: I’m a big fan of courtroom dramas. Whether it’s a Grisham book, Law and Order, Matlock, or JAG, my favorite part is always when the attorney is clever enough to be able to catch and expose the witness on the stand and bring forth the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Spiritual Tug Of War

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Dec 15, 2015
     | 8,699 views

    Our daily decisions, no matter how small, usually shape a lifetime, and wisdom is found in making the most of each and every opportunity. All of our decisions matter to God because they impact our lives and the lives of others.

    There is one struggle that all of us as Christians have. It is the struggle between knowing what is right and doing what is right. In other words it is the conflict between good and evil. Believers have the ability to sin because of the legacy from Adam that we can’t do anything right. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • James Wallace avatar

    When The Buck Stops With You--Deciding About Jesus Series

    Contributed by James Wallace on Mar 23, 2022
     | 1,898 views

    The issue of principles for spiritual decision-making can make or break a life; make or break a destiny. Pontius Pilate faced a critical decision about Jesus. His mistakes provide wisdom when the buck stops with us.

    We come to the fateful moment of decision for the Lord Jesus Christ, the God-Man, in his earthly sojourn—that moment when the judges among men are about to finally decide the fate of the One who will ultimately be their Judge for eternity. And we know, of course, it is going to be a fatal ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    What Is A Steward? Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Busch on Nov 6, 2002
    based on 70 ratings
     | 9,148 views

    Part 1 of 4 We have leaned well how to Lean Against God. But we hestitate to Lean on Him. Stewardship is the principle of Learning To Lean on God!

    Learning to Lean - Part 1 - What is a Steward? Text: Luke 12:42-43 Intro: This morning I would like to begin a series on Stewardship. Over the past couple of months I have been talking to you about the things that you are leaning on. Specifically are we leaning on God? And if we are, to what ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Time For Everything PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 15, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,440 views

    In every season of life, God has a purpose for us, and we must embrace change, live according to His commandments, and let love guide us to overcome evil.

    Good evening, brothers and sisters. I'm so glad to be here with you today as we dive into a profound message that's as relevant today as it was millennia ago. Our focus will be from Ecclesiastes, a book written by Solomon, and we're looking at some select verses from chapters 3 and 12. The message ...read more

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    Conflict And Choices Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Nov 5, 2004
    based on 28 ratings
     | 5,956 views

    Abram’s leadership manifests itself in his ability to resolve conflict. Lot’s character (and downward spiral) is revealed in the choice he makes for himself and his family. We can choose to yield our rights when we’re secure in knowing that God will tak

    “Conflict and Choices” Genesis 13:5-18 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts People can be difficult! They’re often unreasonable, stubborn, and self-centered. Working with people presents thorny challenges. We all want to get along, but personality ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Bradford Robinson avatar

    Our Fear Of Losing A Loved One Series

    Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Feb 23, 2003
    based on 139 ratings
     | 20,280 views

    This sermon deals with the issue of grief and how the death of a loved one impacts us and how we can make it through the this tough time by the power of the resurrection.

    Janey and her husband, Larry, waved goodbye to their fourteen year old daughter Shannon and her friends on the morning of May 14. "The sun was just coming up. The pink light of dawn shined through her hair, picking up auburn highlights and creating almost a halo around her head," said Janey. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Be Strong And Courageous

    Contributed by Mike Turner on Jun 4, 2003
    based on 276 ratings
     | 107,487 views

    Assuming leadership roles can often be tough. It requires being strong & courageous. This sermon shares Biblical advice as to how we can be strong & courageous.

    BE STRONG & COURAGEOUS JOSHUA 1:1-18 Joshua is an unevious position. Can you imagine having to fill the shoes of Moses ? Taking the place of a man...who could speak to God through a burning bush...cast down his rod, and have it turn into a snake, and then retrieve it, and find it a rod again. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist