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  • Andy Grossman avatar

    Will Christians Go Through End Times

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Nov 28, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,685 views

    Dealing with the question of whether Christians will go through the end times and how to prepare for it

    Why I think Christians Will Go Through the Tribulation” 11/26/06 “As Jesus was leaving the Temple grounds, his disciples came along and wanted to take him on a tour of the various Temple buildings. But he told them, "All these buildings will be knocked down, with not one stone left on top of ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Robert Parker avatar

    Looking Up, When Life Has Got You Down

    Contributed by Robert Parker on Jun 30, 2003
    based on 94 ratings
     | 33,268 views

    No matter what hardships, mistakes or mishaps that can occur in life God allows us to Look up when Life has got us down. A message of encouragement during tough times...

    Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4: 7 – 10, 14 (4:7) “But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the Excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.” (4:8) “We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair.” (4:9) “Persecuted, but not forsaken; ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Cesar Delgado avatar

    What Cost You To Be Christ's Disciple? Series

    Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Sep 29, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,009 views

    Jesus Christ makes some radical demands on His followers. He put some tough standard to be one of His disciples. Jesus Christ doesn’t want to lower His standard.

    What Cost you to be Christ’s Disciple? Luke 9:57-62 August 26, 2007 Sermon series: Following Christ Introduction In our first sermon in our series, Following Christ, we have learned of what does it means to live for Christ. We have been told that to live for Christ is to Place Christ above all ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Persevere Under Hardship Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 30, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 7,384 views

    Are you going through tough times? It could be that God is making you into a wonderul tool - to use in furthering His kingdom. Find out how Paul encouraged Timothy to stay with it under pressure.

    Paul has just gotten finished telling Timothy that despite the fact that he was abandoned in Rome – that there were a few – like Onesiphorus, who were a great comfort during hard times. Now he takes it one step further – be strong yourself, and look for people you can trust – then pass on good ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Rich Cook avatar

    Lose The Weight Of Unforgiveness Series

    Contributed by Rich Cook on Jun 28, 2005
    based on 73 ratings
     | 11,208 views

    A final sermon in the "Lose the weight of ..." series. This message looks at what forgiveness is and what it isn’t. A tough message for those dealing with forgiveness issues, but a challenging one for those seeking spiritual health.

    Lose the weight of unforgiveness Purpose: To illustrate the destructive nature of unforgiveness and to give opportunity to forgive. 1. This month we’re trying to lose the weight. Hebrews 12:1, "Let us throw off everything that hinders." 2. (I started this message with a personal story of friends ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Fr Mund Cargill Thompson avatar

    The God Of The Flipside

    Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Sep 24, 2012
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,607 views

    When we are going through tough Sh@! if we turn to God he can help us find blessings and gain through the pain. He will repay the years the locusts have eaten

    “And they all lived happily ever after” - that’s how we expect a story to end. But that is how our reading from Joel begins - “And they all lived happily ever after” “ O children of Zion, be glad and rejoice inthe LORD your God for he has given the early rain ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    A Worry Free Thanksgiving Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 9, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,659 views

    During tough times worry can sometimes mar our thanksgiving celebrations. Jesus reminds his followers that they can always rest in his care and give God thanks for his grace.

    Matthew 6:25-33 “A Worry Free Thanksgiving” INTRODUCTION It’s been a tough year for just about everyone. The economic recovery has started, and even though we’ve been told it won’t end overnight, it can’t come fast enough for us. Most of us have had to downsize our spending and pay off some ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Rejoicing, Even In The Pressure

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 27, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,088 views

    When the tough times come, our prayers must increase. Then, when the prayer increases – our faithfulness will also increase because we will rely more on God than ourselves.

    Rejoicing even in the Pressure 2 Corinthians 1:1–11 INTRODUCTION - Today’s world is full of pressure. Everyday life … - Paul wrote 2 Corinthians in response to the pressures he faced -- Yet, while he detailed his stress points in 2 Corinthians -- He also sounded a note ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Finding God In The Wilderness

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 4, 2021
     | 2,539 views

    When we are going through hard times is not the time to start looking for the Lord. It is before so that He can help us through the tough times and walk us through with His Presence.

    Finding God in the wilderness Exodus chapter 3 Welcome to Rosedale! Good Morning! Almost two years to the day as I began to preach, there was a medical emergency and one of our people was taken by ambulance and almost died. We had to stop the service for her to get the care she needed. She was ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Grease The Wheels!

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Sep 6, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,106 views

    1. Focus on being a People of Agape Love 2. Focus on being a People Living in Light of God's Ultimate Judgment. A message on how to confront tough issues and possible disagreements in the Body of Christ.

    Scripture: Romans 14:1-12; Matthew 18:21-35 and Call to Worship (Psalm 114) Title: Grease the Wheels! 1. Focus on being a People of Agape Love 2. Focus on being a People Living in Light of God's Ultimate Judgment. A message on how to confront tough issues and possible disagreements in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Jung Lee avatar

    From Pain To Promise

    Contributed by Jung Lee on Jan 15, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,330 views

    we're exploring a story from the Bible about Hannah. This story is more than just an ancient tale; it's about facing tough times and finding hope.

    "Good morning! Today, we're exploring a story from the Bible about Hannah. This story is more than just an ancient tale; it's about facing tough times and finding hope. Like a gardener seeing potential in a bare plot, Hannah's story reminds us that in our empty moments, something ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    Don't Quit- Good Riddance Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 29, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,769 views

    This is the 101st sermon in the series "Action". This is the 3rd sermon from 2 Corinthians.

    Series: Action [#101] DON’T QUIT- GOOD RIDDANCE 2 Corinthians 2:5-11 Introduction: Each of you should have a piece of paper that is labeled “Good Riddance”. On this paper, I would like you to write down any grievances that you would like to get rid of- Such as: Any painful memories, bad ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Robbie Parsons avatar

    What Is Truth?

    Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Mar 3, 2007
    based on 20 ratings
     | 7,444 views

    As he presides over Jesus’ trial, Pilate asks a poignant question. It is a question with which philosophers, orators and men of all walks of life have wrestled. It is a question that begs an answer. Let’s see what is truth and what is not truth.

    As he presides over the trial of Jesus Christ, Pilate asks a poignant question. It is a question with which philosophers, orators and men of all walks of life have wrestled. It is a question that begs an answer, and many people have gone to extreme measures to find it. The question is, “What is ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • John Dobbs avatar

    What Must I Do To Inherit Eternal Life? Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 28, 2020
     | 4,304 views

    This month we are going to look at a series of questions that are asked in the texts as we make our way to the cross. In each of these questions is an element of faith - and a reality-check about our individual faith that should cause us to question, think, and decide.

    The “I” Test: What Must I Do To Inherit Eternal Life? Mark 10:17-27 Introduction This month we are going to look at a series of questions that are asked in the texts as we make our way to the cross. In each of these questions is an element of faith - and a reality-check about our individual faith ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jason Cole avatar

    Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People? Series

    Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 1, 2004
    based on 94 ratings
     | 23,322 views

    Many people have questions they would like to ask God. One of the biggest questions is why does God allow bad things to happen to good people. We will examine why God allows bad things to happen.

    “Questions For God: Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People?” Introduction: John was just 31 years old; he was a new father, and a dedicated Christian. He seemed to have everything going for him. John had a great family, a beautiful wife, and he loved them dearly. One day on his way to work ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ