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  • James Bryant avatar

    In The Morning

    Contributed by James Bryant on Sep 12, 2001
    based on 89 ratings
     | 7,826 views

    With the tragedy our country has faced during WTC & Pentagon attacks, when will judgement come?

    IN THE MORNING Psalms 49:1-20 (1) Hear this, all ye people; give ear, all ye inhabitants of the world: (2) Both low and high, rich and poor, together. (3) My mouth shall speak of wisdom; and the meditation of my heart shall be of understanding. (4) I will incline mine ear to a parable: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Larry Meador avatar

    Watchman What Of The Night?

    Contributed by Larry Meador on Sep 15, 2001
    based on 95 ratings
     | 30,598 views

    A call to both men and women of God to be watchmen of their home, church, and land during this hour of tragedy

    Watchman what of the night? Isaiah 21:6,11 (6) For thus hath the Lord said unto me, Go, set a watchman, let him declare what he seeth. (11) The burden of Dumah. He calleth to me out of Seir, Watchman, what of the night? Watchman, what of the night? Matthew 2:18. In Rama was there a voice ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    When The Going Gets Tough Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Gardner on Sep 15, 2001
    based on 84 ratings
     | 15,193 views

    The example Nehemiah gives us when we’re confronted by bad news, tragedy or problems.

    When The Going Gets Tough. Nehemiah 1 Jonathan Gardner There was a song some time ago, ‘When the going gets tough, the tough get going….’. I’m not sure about the rest of the words, but the tune was catchy. But is does beg the question: What do we do when the going gets tough? We all encounter ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Michael Milton avatar

    Sifting Through The Rubble: The Bible Speaks To The Attack On America Series

    Contributed by Michael Milton on Sep 17, 2001
    based on 124 ratings
     | 13,642 views

    A Bible message on the tragedy of September 11, 2001. With introductory thoughts on the Tenth Anniversary of 9/11.

    This morning the September air in Charlotte, North Carolina reminds me of the air that day. As I breath it in, I join in the memory. But I join also in the hope of not only a rebuilding of the Freedom Tower, but a rebuilding of the American spirit that stirred out nation to prayer during those days ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Keith Broyles avatar

    How Could This Happen?

    Contributed by Keith Broyles on Sep 18, 2001
    based on 54 ratings
     | 3,004 views

    In light of the tragedy in New York, Washington, and Pennsylvania the prevailing question seems to be "how could this happen?"

    In Tom Clancey?s great novel Debt of Honor his primary character, Jack Ryan, has become first the Vice President of our country and then later the President. He became President as a result of a terrorist attack on Washington D. C. Throughout most of the book a plot was working where at least some ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    God Is The Strength Of My Heart

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 19, 2001
    based on 35 ratings
     | 9,326 views

    In the midst of a tragedy, return to God - our only true refuge. He is the strength of our heart.

    Psalm 73 - GOD IS THE STRENGTH OF MY HEART Terrorist attack on New York’s World Trade Centres and Pentagon, 11 Sep 2001. This is one of the most difficult week for all. Much worse for those in the States. We’ve come to see the truly ugly side of what human beings are capable of. In the face of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Dennis Wilder avatar

    Playing Hurt Series

    Contributed by Dennis Wilder on Oct 24, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,968 views

    God wants us to continue on with Him through faith, even when tragedy is all around.

    Introduction: We believe that such only are real believers as endure unto the end; that their persevering attachment to Christ is the grand mark which distinguishes them from superficial professors; that a special providence watches over their welfare; and that they are kept by the power of God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Danny Anderson avatar

    When God Can't Be Explained

    Contributed by Danny Anderson on Oct 28, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,813 views

    Tragedy is often difficult to cope with, hard to understand, hard to explain, and it’s hard on our faith. Tragedy often causes people to lay the blame for these events on God. This will often cause these people to become bitter and cynical toward Him. Of

    When God Can’t Be Explained Introduction: As we look back over the last several years, we see recent history dotted with some very tragic events. Middle Eastern terrorists have made a number of attacks against America in various ways - their crowning achievement, of course, being 9/11. The tsunami ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Giving Is Better Than Receiving

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 17, 2001
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,828 views

    Right after national tragedy. Discussing what we can do for our nation and suffering people.

    Sermon for 9/16/2001 "When Giving is Better than Receiving" Acts 20:17-35 Introduction: A. In our Scripture text this morning, Paul was on the way to Jerusalem to be scourged, imprisoned, and he thought killed. B. They stopped at Miletus on the way to Jerusalem in Asia Minor, and Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jason Zahn avatar

    Keep On Loving Each Other!

    Contributed by Jason Zahn on Sep 21, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,301 views

    In the face of tragedy God strengthens us as we keep on loving each other the way that he designed.

    What a tragic day it was. The massive loss of unsuspecting human life brought about by an unprovoked attack is saddening. There is also another reason that makes September 11, 2001, a sad day. That was a sad day indeed because it took a tragedy of that proportion to get Americans to think beyond ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Davon Huss avatar

    Preaching From The Newspaper

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 26, 2001
    based on 35 ratings
     | 2,932 views

    A sermon on Luke 13:1-5. Why did this tragedy happen? Refering to September 11, 2001

    Sermon for 9/23/2001 Luke 13:1-5 Preaching from the Newspaper Introduction: B. Change gears this morning. I must discuss what is happening in this world. Apply the Word to life. C. Some preachers talk too much about life and not enough about the Word, some talk too much about the Word and not ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Why Jesus Knew That Sometimes Things Are Allowed To Get Worse Before They Can Get Better

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 19 ratings
     | 6,056 views

    1. Jesus knew that God often uses tragedy to cause people to look to heaven for solutions to their problems.

    1. Jesus knew that God often uses tragedy to cause people to look to heaven for solutions to their problems. The Savior said, "Every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful." (Jn. 15:2) Thank the Lord to for His pruning of certain habits, thoughts and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jeeva Sam avatar

    Second Chances

    Contributed by Jeeva Sam on Mar 20, 2001
    based on 240 ratings
     | 44,954 views

    Every time we hear of a tragedy, could we see it as God giving us a second chance?

    Jesus was holding his weekly press conference when the reporter for the Jerusalem Times put up her hand: “Jesus, did you hear about the Slaughter at the Synagogue? Some worshippers were offering sacrifices when Pilate’s troops came in and killed them for no reason. My question to you Jesus is ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Theological Pragmatism Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Dec 6, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,584 views

    Exposition of Psalm 4 regarding the turning of people away from God because of some national tragedy

    Text: Psalm 4:1-8, Title: Theological Pragmatism, Date/Place: NRBC, 12/7/08, AM A. Opening illustration: the story of Jonah provides a great introduction to this text, not because they share time frame or characters, but because of theological pragmatism. Define. Remember when Jonah boarded a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Scudder avatar

    The Miracle Of Sight

    Contributed by David Scudder on Dec 5, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,056 views

    Our sight is a wonderful gift from God. Yet there is a far greater tragedy than physical blindness.

    Purpose: To understand the nature of spiritual blindness. Aim: I want the listener to trust and follow Christ. INTRODUCTION: Our sight is a wonderful gift from God. We marvel at the fiery colors of a sunset, the rich pastels of spring and the delicate beauty of a flower. How tragic it must be to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible