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Songs Of Our Faith Part 4 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 8, 2012

Part 4 focuses on the song "take My Hand, Precious Lord" by thomas A. Dorsey.

Songs of Our Faith Part 4 Precious Lord Scriptures: Matthew 14:22-33 Introduction: As you know I grew up in a small Baptist church that was located in the country. I lived in the south and our small church was typical of a small, close knit family church. As a family church there were certain ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From Prisoner To Prince Series

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 3, 2009

Joseph went thru trials he didn’t understand so God could prepare him for something bigger. Sometimes trials we face are a result of God making us more like Him.

Intro. For the sake of time, I will not read the entire text. Remember, Joseph has been sold and scandalized. He was in the middle of a storm that was God’s plan for him. I. The Dedication - vs. 4 There are two imprisoned with Joseph. There may have been a conspiracy to kill ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How To Experience Joy In The Midst Of Trials (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Tony Miano on Dec 8, 2000

Today we’re going to look at how our knowledge of the Truth and the maturity of our faith can determine the level of joy we can experience, even when life seems to be hitting us over the head with a hammer.

How To Experience Joy During Trials (Part 2) James 1:3-4 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church November 12, 2000 A Little Levity: With the dust settling from our recent elections, I had an opportunity to review some sound bites that were overlooked by mainstream media. One ...read more

Scripture: James 1:3-4

Denomination: *other

Real Faith For Real Life (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Aug 24, 2013

This five part sermon series explores the book of James, and discovers what real faith looks like in real life. Each sermon is expository and alliterated. Power point is available.

Real Faith for Real Life: James One Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 9/30/2012 You know one of the best things about the church is that it’s like a family, which is also one of the worst things about the church. Families don’t always get along. It is like the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-24

Denomination: Christian Church

The Certainty Of Faith

Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Sep 16, 2002

Romans 8:28 runs a close second to John 3:16 as one of the best know and loved verses in the Bible. It comes to the heart of every Christian when facing a time of crisis, difficulty or trial. It comes to the mind of the Christian when circumstances are

The Certainty of Faith Romans 8:28 runs a close second to John 3:16 as one of the best know and loved verses in the Bible. It comes to the heart of every Christian when facing a time of crisis, difficulty or trial. It comes to the mind of the Christian when circumstances are too difficult to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

The Application Tested Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Sep 5, 2014

Trials, Perseverance, Faith

LIFE APP – The Application Tested James 1:1-18 (p. 847) September 7, 2014 Introduction: Max Lucado, in his book In the Eye of the Storm, tells the story of Chippie the Parakeet. He writes: "Chippie the Parakeet never saw it coming. One second he was peacefully perched in his cage. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Prolong Your Wilderness Seasons

Contributed by Glynda Lomax on Aug 9, 2018

No one enjoys being in a wilderness season. Here's how to not prolong it.

I used to take a fair number of road trips. I took personal trips, too, but I traveled with my work as well, for about ten years. I always planned my trips carefully to avoid rush hours in large cities, and to be able to stay in a safe place each night. In order to make reservations for each ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1, Deuteronomy 8:2, Exodus 16:3, Numbers 14:2, Numbers 11:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Weathering The Weather

Contributed by Perry Greene on May 21, 2013

In light of the tornadoes of May 20, 2013, this lesson is an attempt to keep us focused on God in the midst of the storms.

1, It is Well with My Soul "It Is Well with My Soul" is a very influential hymn penned by hymnist Horatio Spafford and composed by Philip Bliss. This hymn was written after several traumatic events in Spafford¡¯s life. The first was the death of his only son in 1871, shortly followed by the great ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let God Be God

Contributed by James May on Oct 17, 2009

Job’s story is a learning lesson for all of us to not question God, but to trust Him to the end. His love in the midst of trial will build up us, not allow us to be destroyed.

Let God Be God Job Chapter 38-39 By Pastor Jim May Right now there are many of you in the church who are facing some really tough times; some in the area of finances; some in the area of family relationships; some in the area of your relationship with the Lord; some in the area of physical ...read more

Scripture: Job 38:2-11, Proverbs 1:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"unshakeable - Forging Strength In The Fires Of Adversity"

Contributed by Bishop, W. F. Houston, Jr. on Jul 29, 2024

In a world filled with challenges and trials, we are called to stand firm in our faith, finding joy and growth even in the midst of hardship.

Focal Scripture: James 1:2-4 (CSB) "Consider it a great joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you experience various trials, because you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance. And let endurance have its full effect, so that you may be mature and complete, lacking ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Other

Sifted!

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Sep 6, 2011

Jesus is praying for you right now...interceding to the Father that your faith will not fail. With that sure promise we know we can make it through if only we trust in Him.

SIFTED! LUKE 22:31 32 One day a man went to a fortune teller who studied the man's hand very carefully and finally said, "You will be poor and unhappy until you are 37 years old." The man said, "Well, after that will I be rich and happy?" The fortune teller said, "No, you'll still be poor, but by ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-32

One Of My Early Trials Was Dealing With A Girlfriend Who Was Into Witchcraft Series

Contributed by Earl Arnold Jr on Jun 26, 2020

She tricked me when we started dating but I kept going to church and being in the word. I even made sure her daughter went to church so she did not end up like her mom .

All passages are from NIV. Deuteronomy 18:10 Let no one be found among you who sacrifices their son or daughter in the fire, who practices divination or sorcery, interprets omens, engages in witchcraft, Micah 5:12 I will destroy your witchcraft and you will no longer cast spells. Nahum 3:4 all ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:10, Micah 5:12, Nahum 3:4, Galatians 5:19-21

The Lunatic Shepherd (Rough Draft - Conclusion Needs Refining) Series

Contributed by Christopher Lanham on Jul 19, 2010

Sometimes the way God loves us seems crazy

The Lunatic Shepherd John 10:1-21 Cascades Fellowship CRC, JX MI April 20, 2008 Creation, Fall, Redemption, Consummation I hate to do this to you but I am going to use yet another illustration drawn from one of the Star Trek series – this time from Voyager. The back story to Voyager ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Faith To Face The World Series

Contributed by Mark Tonkery on Feb 3, 2012

You and I are faced with many trials each day and this sermon series will be an effort to give us as Christians encouragement to face and overcome the world we live in.

Sermon idea adopted from Mark A. Copeland http://executableoutlines.com/home.htm INTRODUCTION A. Happy New Year! Starting today and on the first Sunday of each month I will be preaching a series of lessons on “Faith to Face the World.” You and I are faced with many trials each day ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is The Truth About Trials And Temptations? Series

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Aug 5, 2008

Today from this passage the Apostle Peter is going to tell us the truth about trials and temptations.

What is the Truth about Trials and Temptations? Am service July 13th 2008 1 Peter 1:6-9 Introduction As I began preparing this message I began to really think deep into the thought the “Truth about Trials and Temptations”, and I thought this about life. Life should come with a list of side ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-9

Denomination: Baptist