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  • Denn Guptill avatar

    Standing Face To Faith Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jul 10, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,864 views

    This was the third in a series of character studies from Hebrews 11. A look at believing in the tough times.

    Standing Face to Faith Rev. Denn Guptill Every story has a beginning. And this one is found in Genesis 6:9 This is the account of Noah and his family. Noah was a righteous man, the only blameless person living on earth at the time, and he walked in close fellowship with God. Did you ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Things Are Looking Up

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Mar 29, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,188 views

    When the going gets tough, look up! It may be the right thing to do.

    March 30, 2003 Morning Service Text: John 12:27-36 Subject: Jesus Predicts His Death Title: Things Are Looking Up I don?t know how many of you have ever had to do this. I consider it to be one of the most difficult things that there is to do. Saying good-bye. I remember as a youngster how ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Faith In The Lord's Lovingkindness Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 21 ratings
     | 4,912 views

    REJOICING BY FAITH WHEN TIMES ARE TOUGH REQUIRES FAITH IN THE LORD’S LOVINGKINDNESS

    BIG IDEA: REJOICING BY FAITH WHEN TIMES ARE TOUGH REQUIRES FAITH IN THE LORD’S LOVINGKINDNESS INTRODUCTION: Patience: "bearing pains or trials calmly or without complaint" "steadfast despite opposition, difficulty, or adversity" I. (:1-2) THE ANGUISH OF TOUGH TIMES THAT PERSIST Note the tone of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Funeral Message Unbeliever - Suicide

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on May 1, 2009
    based on 21 ratings
     | 23,390 views

    A hard living, rough and tough Alaska man takes his life and is not a believer.

    We are each entrusted with one life, formed by the hand of God the Father in our mother’s womb – surely God has his hand on us from the very first moments of life. Surely God knows all we do, all we think and, all we dream for. Surely God desires the best for us - You can see that, it is so obvious ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    For Whom Did Jesus Die? Series

    Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Dec 14, 2015
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,087 views

    Was it for every single person that Jesus died, or only HIs elect? Tough question...

    For Whom Did Jesus Die? Jesus died for every single soul that ever lived or ever will live (unlimited atonement) or, Jesus died for His own, the ones God saw from the beginning, the elect (limited atonement). With the “L” of the Tulip, we come to a bump in the road for many. Trying to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Loving Those We Hate Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 23, 2001
    based on 82 ratings
     | 13,439 views

    Part 9 of Sermon on Mount Series, the tough job of loving those who hurt us

    Salt, Light and those We Love to Hate November 17 1996 Matt. 5:38-48 Matthew 5:43-44 (NIV) "You have heard that it was said, ’Love your neighbour and hate your enemy.’ 44 But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, This particular command comes from Leviticus 19:18 ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Remaining Steadfast Series

    Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Jul 19, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 17,809 views

    It’s tough to be steadfast or loyal to our creditors when the mortgage or car payment is due, cash is tight, and work is gone. It’s tough to be steadfast and hang on in relationships when so many are divorcing their families and walking away. It is tou

    I’m sure you have had at least one experience where something overwhelmed you to the point that you wondered if you could survey the fallout from it. Your mind is gone there already. Some of you are in the middle of that something and are desperate for help and hope. Others have come through and in ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Attitude Of Christmas Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 17, 2014
     | 9,969 views

    If the birth of Jesus was good news that brought joy to all the people, why is it so tough to be joyful?

    “The Difference Christmas Makes: The Attitude of Christmas” Ps. 126 The words are so familiar: “And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    When Everything Falls Apart Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,690 views

    When everything falls apart, Jesus teaches the way forward is by exercising patient endurance.

    Today, we're going to talk about something we all experience: those moments when everything seems to fall apart. You know, like when you fail a test, your crush doesn't like you back, or you have a huge fight with your best friend. Life can be tough, right? But guess what? Jesus has some advice for ...read more

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    The Promise Of Goodness Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 876 views

    God promises to use everything in our lives for His plans. Nothing is wasted when God is involved, His goodness abounds.

    See this puzzle? It's incomplete, right? But what if I told you that the missing piece is right here in my pocket? It's like our lives. Sometimes, we feel like we're missing something, but God's got that missing piece. He's working everything out for our good. Sometimes, we feel like we're missing ...read more

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    Why?

    Contributed by Mark Thometz on Aug 27, 2012
    based on 2 ratings
     | 7,234 views

    I wrote this last summer as an intern at a church that was going through some tough times and significant loss.

    Kids have a lot of questions. The “why” questions I've found is most popular. Back in Boise I work for the YMCA as an after school child care worker. Needless to say, when it's you and 2 other adults with 35+ kids a lot of “why” questions come up. “Why can't we do ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    When Fear Meets Faith Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 15, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 9,028 views

    Our faith can give us the courage we need to make it through the tough times in life.

    When Fear Meets Faith Acts 27 (esp. 21-26) Intro: I’d like to show a video clip of a portion of Paul’s life. This excerpt is about 10 minutes long and will cover chapters 26 & 27 of Acts. We will start off with Paul speaking to King Agrippa who came to visit Festus, and end with the shipwreck. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Tested In The Wilderness Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,004 views

    Jesus faced temptation in the wilderness after fasting for forty days. Each time Satan tempted Him, Jesus responded with scripture, choosing to rely on God alone. When we face testing in our own lives, we can stand firm in our faith and trust in God's provision.

    Imagine you're in the middle of a desert, no food, no water, and you've been there for 40 days. You're starving, thirsty, and all alone. Suddenly, a guy shows up offering you all the food and water you could ever want, but there's a catch. You have to do something that goes against everything you ...read more

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    Is Jesus Hidden In Your Life?

    Contributed by Jason Noble on Jan 2, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,191 views

    Sometimes when the going gets tough we hide Jesus. Is he hidden in your life?

    Mark 7:24 And from thence he arose, and went into the borders of Tyre and Sidon, and entered into an house, and would have no man know it: but he could not be hid. Is Jesus Hidden in Your Life? 1. In Your Devotions (Personal Life) 2. In Your Daily Living (Public Life) 3. In Your Dedication ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    For Better Or Worse

    Contributed by Kelly Benton on Apr 25, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 14,226 views

    We vneed to be reminded that we are to worship God during all times, not just when things are tough.

    For Better or Worse Scripture: Psalm 34:1 Date: 25 April 2010 Purpose: Worship God during all times, not just when things are tough. “For better or worse, for richer or for poorer in sickness and in health, forsaking all ...read more

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    Denomination: Other