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  • Paul Newell avatar

    When Tragedy Strikes- God Answers

    Contributed by Paul Newell on Sep 21, 2001
    based on 107 ratings
     | 8,072 views

    A response sermon to the September 11th WOrld Trade Center attack based on Luke 13:1-5. It deals with both tragedy and terrorism.

    To paraphrase a past President, Tuesday, September 11, 2001 will forever go down in history as a day of infamy. I remember watching as a child the funeral of John F. Kennedy. I remember as a young college student watching the explosion of the space shuttle Challenger. The bombings of embassies, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Glenn Teal avatar

    (Narnia) Aslan: Tragedy Turns To Triumph Series

    Contributed by Glenn Teal on Dec 22, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,168 views

    Third in a series of three. This message brings the message of CHristmas and Narnia together for a conclusion focusing on Aslan the Roaring Lion.

    ASLAN: TURNING TRAGEDY TO TRUIMPH Eveyone here knows that line from Away in a Manger that says: The cattle are lowing the baby awakes but little Lord Jesus no crying he makes. Personally I think that is one of the stupidest lines ever written. Why do so many people insist on taming Jesus? Why ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Why Does God Allow Tragedy?

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jan 4, 2005
    based on 99 ratings
     | 5,382 views

    Discussion about the earthquake and tsunami in SE Asia and Africa.

    Why Does God Allow Tragedy? Various Scriptures January 2, 2005 Introduction As you all know, a major tragedy struck southeast Asia last Sunday. An earthquake registering 9.0 on the Richter scale set off tidal waves that hit 12 countries including India, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia, where the death ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Lalachan Abraham avatar

    The Tragedy Of Ignoring So Great A Salvation Series

    Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Oct 18, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,061 views

    “How shall we escape if we ignore so great a salvation” (Hebrews 2:3)

    “How shall we escape if we ignore so great a salvation” (Hebrews 2:3) “Time past and time present are both together in time future,” wrote T.S. Elliot. His rhythmic words simply and eloquently describe the ordinary flow of history. But the letter to the Hebrews presents a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    The Victories And Tragedy Of King Solomon The Wise

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 23, 2021
     | 7,476 views

    Today we’re looking at the saga of King Solomon of Israel, the decisions he made, the impact he had, and the legacy he left behind. How did Solomon impact Old Testament history?

    Today we’re looking at the saga of King Solomon of Israel, the decisions he made, the impact he had, and the legacy he left behind. How did Solomon impact Old Testament history? What were some historical and cultural facts that played into Solomon’s reign as king? And what larger biblical themes ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Thomas Bowen avatar

    What Are You Doing Here, Elijah?

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Jan 6, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 12,585 views

    Where is God in tragedy.

    What are you doing here, Elijah? 1 Kings 19:11-19 - Psalms 46:1-11 Preaching involves at least two responsibilities beyond locking the doors and sweeping up. The first is to explain the Bible and relate it to life. The second is to take life and explain it in light of Scripture. My goal this ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    The Part Of The Christmas Story That Speaks To Sandy Hook Tragedy

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 18, 2012
     | 3,794 views

    A look at the slaughter of the innocents story in light of the recent tragedy in Conn.

    Prop: put a skull and crossbones “ornament” on the sanctuary Christmas tree. Talk about how it doesn't fit with the image. There's a story in the Bible that's part of the Christmas story that creates a similar disconnect. In fact, the disparity between it and the way we want the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Bill avatar

    How To Deal With A Disaster: A Biblical Response To Tragedy

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 24, 2003
    based on 219 ratings
     | 70,586 views

    In the wake of the terrorist attacks, how should Christians respond and what does the Bible say about tragedy?

    This has been a week that our church and our country will never forget. We had Roger Peterson’s funeral here on Tuesday, the same day that our world was rocked by reports of terrorist attacks in New York and Washington, D.C. Preaching involves at least two responsibilities. The first is to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Abraham Obadare avatar

    Tragedy Of A Busy But Mis-Spent Life And Time

    Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Jun 2, 2019
     | 7,860 views

    Your life is precious and should be spent right. Any misuse of one's time leads to a tragedy

    Luke 10:38 – end; Psalm 39:4-5 The dictionary helps us to define some of the words in our topic, let’s take a look at them. Tragedy: an event causing great suffering, destruction, and distress, such as a serious accident, crime, or natural catastrophe. Busy: occupied with ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jimmy Chapman avatar

    America In Crisis

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Oct 10, 2001
    based on 117 ratings
     | 9,824 views

    The crisis of America is a spiritual tragedy.

    II Timothy 3:1-4 AMERICA IN CRISIS VBC September 23, 01 There is much talk about the recent acts of terriosm in America. We might call the last several days of our nation- America in crisis. Paul warns us that the last days were going to be perilous. The word perilous means dangerous, hard to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Is Our Refuge

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Sep 14, 2001
    based on 35 ratings
     | 7,056 views

    A sermon for the Sept. 11 tragedy.

    GOD IS OUR REFUGE Text: Psalm 46:1-11 In his book HOW CAN IT BE ALRIGHT, WHEN EVERYTHING IS ALL WRONG? Lewis B. Smedes describes hope and how we view it: "... three things are going on when we hope for something. The first is desire: we want what we hope for. The second is belief; we believe ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Greg Cooper avatar

    I Know Who Holds Tomorrow

    Contributed by Greg Cooper on Sep 19, 2001
    based on 218 ratings
     | 24,428 views

    For This Time Of Tragedy In Our Nation

    Title: I Know Who Holds Tomorrow Text: Psalms 46:1&2 Intro: Many questions are being asked this week. - What will happen to the world’s economy? - Is this the beginning of the end? - Is this WWIII? - What about germ, gas, and nuclear war? - Was this God’s judgment on this nation? - Why did ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • James O. Davis avatar

    How To Keep The Spiritual Fire Burning

    Contributed by James O. Davis on Dec 13, 2004
    based on 75 ratings
     | 22,207 views

    The tragedy of “Ho-Hum Christianity.”

    James O. Davis is the founder and president of Second Billion (TM). You are invited to learn more about Second Billion by visiting www.billion.tv. TEXT: Rev. 3:14-22 TOPIC: Ho-Hum Christianity THEME: How To Keep Your Spiritual Fire Burning HOW TO KEEP YOUR SPIRITUAL FIRE BURNING INTRO: 1. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Chris Talton avatar

    Victory!

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Oct 27, 2003
    based on 27 ratings
     | 25,038 views

    Tragedy can be turned into triumph.

    Sept. 21, 2003 Esther 9 “Victory!” INTRODUCTION A little town in Alabama turned a tragedy into a triumph. “The major livelihood of the town was raising cotton. One year, just as it appeared that there would be a bumper crop, the boll weevil invaded, devastated the crop, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Kircher avatar

    Hurricanes, Terrorists And Tsunamis - Who Is In Control?

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Mar 15, 2011
    based on 30 ratings
     | 11,011 views

    Where is God in the midst of tragedies?

    God is Sovereign in Disasters God has Purpose for Disasters God Loves Us in Disasters How Should we Respond? For the Christian Respond with Repentance Respond by Living for Christ For the Seeker Respond by Receiving Christ Slide 1 Hurricane Katrina Over these past 2 weeks, I have seen on ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational