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  • GUY GLASS avatar

    Qualities Of Maturity As A Follower Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 6, 2011
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    LAST WEEK, AS WE LOOKED TOGETHER AT HOSEA 10, WE DEVELOPED THE THOUGHT OF DEALING WITH HARDHEARTEDNESS IN OUR LIVES. TODAY, I WOULD LIKE US TO GO BEYOND THIS INTO THE NEXT STEP IN WHAT SHOULD BE OUR PROGRESSIVE CHRIST-LIKENESS. THE AREA WE WILL BE LOOKI

    QUALITIES OF MATURITY AS A FOLLOWER OF CHRIST HOSEA 11:1-7 Hosea 11:1-7 "When Israel was a child, I loved him, and out of Egypt I called my son. 2 But the more I called Israel, the further they went from me. They sacrificed to the Baals and they burned incense to images. 3 It was I who taught ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Benefit From Trials Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Feb 7, 2015
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     | 6,630 views

    Suffering trials is a strange place to find anyone rejoicing, yet that is the surprising instruction of God for us in Christ.

    At the heart of the gospel is the amazing truth of how God is willing to suffer to redeem us. Jesus experienced firsthand the greatest human trial imaginable. He endured being betrayed by on of the 12 apostles, deserted by all his closest friends and followers, falsely accused, being mocked and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Turning Trials To Triumph Series

    Contributed by Larry Thompson on Oct 6, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 16,878 views

    This message explains why the Christian will face trials and what God’s desire is for the believer through the tests we face in life.

    “EXTREME MAKEOVER” – PART TWO TURNING TRIALS INTO TRIUMPH JAMES 1:2-12 - ©DR. LARRY L. THOMPSON (2004) INTRODUCTION: Diamond Test Illustration: To test the genuineness of a diamond, jewelers often place it in clear water, which causes a real diamond to sparkle with special brilliance. An imitation ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Turning Trials Into Triumph Series

    Contributed by Shane Speck on Feb 14, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 11,865 views

    We all deal with trials and tribulations each and every day, the world and Christians alike need to know the value of pressing through the tough times!

    PRACTICAL CHRISTIAN LIVING “Turning Trials into Triumph” (James 1:2-4) INTRO.  Have you heard: “When life hands you a lemon make lemonade”  This is much easier said than done… but the idea is sound! - it is biblical - Many bible characters have shown that with God’s help they can ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Understanding Trials And Temptations Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 15, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,362 views

    There is a difference between a trial and a temptation. there is a difference in the way that we approach our trials. God has to be in charge.

    Faith that Works; Understanding trials of Life James 1:1-18 Introduction: We are starting a new series this week called Faith that works. We will be studying the book of James. Possible other lessons; Listening and living the Word of God. Taming you tongue. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Wisdom For Facing Trials Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Apr 11, 2018
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    3rd in a sermon series on James dealing with wisdom for facing trials.

    “Wisdom for Facing Trials” Review This is the third episode in our journey through James. James wrote this letter of instruction to those he warmly called his dear brothers. He wrote this letter to validate genuine faith. How does real faith in Jesus behave when encountering life in a broken world? ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    How To Respond To Trials Series

    Contributed by Buffy Cook on Jan 25, 2015
     | 7,201 views

    "For Dummies" books are a raging success! Why? Full of practical wisdom and simple "How To's" Wouldn't a "Christianity for Dummies," a book full of practical wisdom & simple How Tos on how to live out our faith, be great? James & this series is JUST THAT

    Christianity For Dummies: How To Respond to Trials James 1:2-8 I. Introduction A. How many of you have ever used one of these? Show "For Dummies" book. B. When Dan Gookin wrote "DOS For Dummies," the first "For Dummies" book, most bookstore chains didn't want to carry the book at all, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Christian's Perspective Of Trials

    Contributed by Shad Comeaux on Nov 11, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,692 views

    How Christians should view trials of life.

    I’m wondering this morning if there is anybody who knows anything about trials. Is there anyone who’s going through a trial right now? Maybe you’ve just come out of a trial and I’m not psychic, but I have a feeling that somebody is about to go through a trial. • The words of the great ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Faith Test: Trials Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Oct 19, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,495 views

    Why should we "count it all joy" when we experience trials?

    [You can receive free sermons each week by email if you contact jonrmcleod@gmail.com. You can also follow Jonathan's blog at blog.fhfbc.org.] AN INTRODUCTION TO THE BOOK OF JAMES James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes in the Dispersion: Greetings (v. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Truth About Trials

    Contributed by Ralph Juthman on May 16, 2002
    based on 719 ratings
     | 150,014 views

    A sermon about the purpose of trials in our life

    TITLE: The Truth About trials TEXT: James 1:2-12 THEME: trials, faith, believers under test, testings, perseverance P.S. The Christian does not have to be a victim of his circumstance, but can have victory even in times of trials and testings. INTRODUCTION: Max Lucado, In the Eye of the Storm, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Joy In The Midst Of Trials Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 13, 2022
     | 3,874 views

    I find joy in my trials when I embrace them as God’s instruments for good.

    NOTES: • This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Turning Trials Into Triumphs Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Jul 2, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 16,677 views

    James shares some incredible truths about how we can turn the various trials we encounter into life into triumphs.

    Turning Our Trials Into Triumphs Making It Real – week 2 OKAY… let’s do this. LAST WEEK – we began a new series on the book of James – a letter written by James the ½ brother of Jesus (a guy who grew up with Jesus, who didn’t believe Jesus was God, who along with his brothers and sisters even ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Withstand Trials

    Contributed by Jeff Seaman on Apr 25, 2001
    based on 94 ratings
     | 11,272 views

    How to handle the trials of life

    HOW TO WITHSTAND TRIALS Part 1 Matt 5:48 James 1:2-12 Pastor Jeff Seaman Introduction A pastor once asked his congregation, “Does anyone here Know any perfect people?” A short man stood up and shouted, “Yes, my wife’s first husband” This man had learned from experience how hard it is to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God's Role In A Christian's Trials

    Contributed by Jon Kurnik on Jan 23, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,541 views

    Here are sciprtural reasons why God allows us to endure many trials, rather than removing us from them.

    God’s Role In A Christian’s Trials 1) God wants us to trust His judgment as to the best way and the best time to help us. Trust begins with faith: Heb. 11:6 “And without faith it is impossible to please him. For whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists, and that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Trials---What Are They Good For?

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 15, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,442 views

    Trials teach us patience, test our faith, train for service, testify to others and help us to triumph through Christ

    Trials---What Are They Good For? Chuck Sligh I. THEY TEACH US PATIENCE. A. James 5:10-11 – “Take, my brethren, the prophets, who have spoken in the name of the Lord, for an example of suffering affliction, and of patience. 11 Behold, we count them happy which endure. Ye have heard of the patience ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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