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  • Terry Blankenship avatar

    Weathering The Storms Of Life Series

    Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Mar 5, 2013
     | 6,303 views

    Trials, troubles and tears are the lot of the believer. James encourages us to live a life of faith.

    2 My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, 3 knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. 4 But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. 5 If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Two Types Of Testing" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jun 15, 2015
     | 4,268 views

    God has a purpose and so does satan when we face trials in life.

    1. Testing from God - vs. 12 A. The nature of it - It is a call to faithfulness. B. The purpose of it - God's purpose is always to bless. 1) We will develop Godly character in this life. 2) We will receive a reward in the next life. 2. Testing from Satan - vs. 13-15 A. The nature of it - It ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Making A Messiah, Good Friday Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Mar 25, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 18,561 views

    This message looks at the problems in the arrest and trial of Jesus. Was preached in two parts on Good Friday

    It had been a full week, it had started with the crowds on the streets of Jerusalem and now here they were, just the thirteen of them in a private room celebrating the Passover. And only two people in that room knew where the night would lead. Jesus, because he was. . . Jesus. And Judas because ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Church Of Christ 3

    Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Feb 16, 2016
     | 2,347 views

    The love of God abounds in faithful glory to help his children overcome their trials of faith.

    THE CHURCH OF CHRIST 3 by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (February 16, 2016) “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting Life” (St. John 3:16, King James Version [The witness of John; ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

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    When Daddy Changed Series

    Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 7, 2009
     | 4,599 views

    Jacob’s change by God prepared Joseph to be able to face the trials that were coming.

    Intro. Gen 30:24-25 The Birth of the Favorite Son! I want to begin a series on Joseph. But in doing so, I want to look at his very beginning as we journey into his life. To do that, we must begin with Jacob. Joseph was just a young man at this time. But Daddy was about to be changed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    His Strength Is Perfect

    Contributed by Frederick Baker Ii on Apr 20, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,434 views

    Though we are tested and trialed we find that His strength is Perfect through it all.

    “His Strength Is Perfect” Text: Philippians 4:13 & II Corinthians 12:9&10 “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.” “And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Facing The Giants Of Your Life With Prayer Series

    Contributed by Christopher Gregas on May 17, 2011
    based on 30 ratings
     | 29,810 views

    A message that encourages us to commit the great challenges and trials in our life to God in prayer.

    “Facing The Giants In Your Life With Prayer” Text: 2 Chronicles 20:1-30 We all have probably heard the story of David and Goliath in I Samuel 17…how God used a brave young man full of faith to face a huge hulk of a man so that God could get the glory. With sling in hand, he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Unshakable: Standing Firm In A Shifting World

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 27, 2025
     | 1,098 views

    As believers, we are called to stand firm in the midst of trials, temptations, and shifting cultural trends.

    UNSHAKABLE: STANDING FIRM IN A SHIFTING WORLD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 15:58 Supporting Texts: Psalm 125:1, Matthew 7:24-27, Hebrews 12:28, Ephesians 6:13, Daniel 3:16-18 INTRODUCTION We live in a world of constant change. Values, beliefs, and even moral standards are ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Battle We All Face. Psalm 62:5-8

    Contributed by David Cramer on Aug 2, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 440 views

    A message about how to continue the walk of faith through life's trials.

    Grab your bible and say this with me This is my Bible I am what is says I am I have what it says I have Today I will be taught more of the Word of God I boldly confess My Mind is alert My heart is receptive. I will never be the same. I am about to receive the incorruptible, Indestructible ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Good Friday Innocence Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 18, 2025
     | 381 views

    This message looks at how official misconduct was at the root of Jesus' arrest, trial and conviction.

    The Innocence Project was formed in the United States in 1992 in order to bring justice to those who had been wrongfully convicted. Since then, they are now represented by 70 independent chapters in 50 states and 12 countries. Their goal is to provide investigative support, legal representation, ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Not Easily Broken, Built To Last PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 19, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,734 views

    Encourages embracing trials as opportunities for spiritual growth, strengthening faith, and transforming challenges into blessings.

    Good morning, my dear friends. I am delighted to be here with you today, to share in the warmth of our fellowship and to bask in the radiant love of our Lord. As we gather here, we are united in our faith, bound by our shared love for Christ, and driven by our collective desire to grow and mature ...read more

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    Go To The Tomb

    Contributed by Drew Mills on Apr 3, 2015
     | 5,154 views

    Do our trials soften, harden or transform us for Him? A look at 3 witnesses of the empty tomb.

    Lou Holtz, the famous coach of Notre Dame football fame, said, “life is 10% what happens to you, and 90% how you respond.” A young woman went to her mother and told her about her life and how things were so hard for her. She did not know how she was going to make it and wanted to give ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    A Promise For Testing Times Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 17, 2009
    based on 55 ratings
     | 46,601 views

    James closes this section on times of testing with a promise for the believers who are suffering under trial by reminding them that God rewards those who remain faithful.

    JAMES 1:12 A PROMISE FOR TESTING TIMES [Hebrews 12:1-2] Chippie THE PARAKEET never saw it coming. One second he was peacefully perched in his cage. The next he was sucked in, washed up, and blown over. The problems began when Chippie’s owner decided to clean Chippie’s cage with a vacuum ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Carrying The Light Of Christ

    Contributed by Maurice Schaus on Feb 14, 2002
    based on 28 ratings
     | 7,950 views

    Uses the theme of the 2002 Winter Olympics "Light the Fire Within" to show how the Light of Christ shines in the people of God.

    Carrying the light of Christ Dear friends in Christ, grace and peace to you from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior Jesus, the Christ. Amen. There’s something special about an Olympic year, especially when our country is hosting the Olympic Games. There seems to be a special excitement in ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Who Is In Control?

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 111 ratings
     | 12,992 views

    1. A powerful rocket is fired from the earth on August 20,1978 sending the spacecraft Voyageur 2 deep into space.

    1. A powerful rocket is fired from the earth on August 20,1978 sending the spacecraft Voyageur 2 deep into space. By the winter of 1985, it had traveled 2 billion miles. At 49,000 miles an hour, it passes by and takes pictures of the planet Uranus. Its movements and the camera are controlled by ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed