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  • Nickolas Kooi avatar

    Profitable Problems Series

    Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Aug 30, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,504 views

    James teaches us about problems and faith already in the second verse of his letter. This sermon looks at problems and how we can count them as all joy in Jesus Christ.

    Theologian Clinton Armstrong tells this story about a lunch that he had that pertains to the Epistle of James. He once had lunch with an expert in the philosophical field of ethics. Once they were done eating, they talked for a little bit longer and then paid the check. Just before they left, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    War And Worry Series

    Contributed by Ken Sirmans on Mar 26, 2003
    based on 126 ratings
     | 5,615 views

    A broad look at some of the Bible’s teachings on the issue of war and the response believer’s should have to war and all fearful situations according to Philippians 4.

    War and Worry Philippians 4:4-7 In this series called “Prescription for Joy,” we have worked our way to the final chapter of the book of Philippians. We have been moving through the book from beginning to end from verse to verse, but I want to make a slight change this morning. I want to stay in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Whoops Not God's Language

    Contributed by Ian Johnson on May 2, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,243 views

    There is no Whoops in Gods word. Nothing that happens is a whoops in Gods eyes. Every situation is redeemable. Äll things work together for good for those who love God”

    Whoops! Not heavenly language there is no Whoops in Gods word. Nothing that happens is a whoops in Gods eyes. Every situation is redeemable. Äll things work together for good for those who love God” There is no Second Best in Gods house. Some would suggest the situation that arose between ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Jabez Factor--Living Above Our Circumstances, Part 2

    Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 14, 2003
    based on 51 ratings
     | 3,389 views

    How do we get out of a dire situation? Like Jabez, we get out of it the old, and most effective way. We cry out to the Lord.

    May 25, 2002 I. Introduction A. Review of the previous sermon—The Jabez Factor 1. His circumstances 2. His name 3. His prayer life 4. His prayer requests 5. His answered prayer B. Jabez’s solution to his circumstances—Prayer II. Body A. Other options to resolve his circumstances—Satan’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

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    A Double Blessing

    Contributed by Brian Eatock on Nov 18, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 11,112 views

    When we come to God in our midnight hour, he will set us free! In addition our situation might be for someone else’s benefit as well.

    TEXT: ACTS 16:16-26 READ TEXT ACTS 16:16-24 INTRODUCTION Carole and I have a friend that seems to have the Midas touch. You know what I am talking about, everything that he touches seems like it turns into gold. Our friend can go into any situation and come out of it with more money in his ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    What To Do When It Seems Hopeless

    Contributed by Dr. C. David White on May 26, 2002
    based on 107 ratings
     | 8,739 views

    Like the godly king Abijah our enemies can sometime get us in what looks to be a hopeless situation. Follow his pattern and recieve his blessing.

    What to do when it seems hopeless (2 Chron. 13:1-20) 1- Have you ever been in what seemed to be a hopeless situation? 2- Jereboam one of the most wicked kings Israel ever had makes war with Abijah a godly king of Judah. 3- Jereboam has 800,000 mighty men of valour and Abijah has only 400,000. 4- ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Called Into The Ark Series

    Contributed by Bruce Landry on Dec 18, 2006
     | 4,903 views

    Just as God called Moses into the Arc and shut him in, we too who have been called of Christ are safe in whatever situation befalls us.

    Invited into the Ark God’s Invitations Defined God’s Invitation to Noah Genesis 7:1-7 The Lord then said to Noah, "Go into the ark, you and your whole family, because I have found you righteous in this generation. [2] Take with you seven of every kind of clean animal, a male and its mate, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Abraham

    Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Nov 6, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,193 views

    Abraham was a normal man with a unique situation. He messed up from time to time but God still used him. An encouragement to a sinful man like me!

    ABRAHAM Hebrews 11:8-9 Genesis 12:1-13 INTRODUCTION 1. Abram, Abraham, is a man not unlike most other men 2. He was married, had a family, and many responsibilities a. Well, he had no kids of his own b. But he was keeping up his nephew Lot who proved to be a handful 3. Why did God call Abram to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Did His Feet Smell That Bad?"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 16, 2010
    based on 15 ratings
     | 6,732 views

    John 12 brings us a perplexing situation. Is Jesus giving the green light to personal jets for evangelists who preach the prosperity gospel? Or is there another point altogether?

    John 12:1-8 “Did His Feet Smell that Bad?” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN I must admit, this can be a very perplexing passage of Scripture. Wouldn’t it just be easier to ignore it? Of course, if we ignore it… …we loose the incredible insight ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Harvest

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Sep 6, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 16,399 views

    Harvest reminds us that we are as Christians called not so much thankful FOR what God gives us but rather to be thankful IN the situation in which we find ourselves

    SMTV 04-09-2011 Harvest Festival Dt 16.1-17 Story: One day an Atheist went out hunting in the woods just outside Prince George in British Columbia, Canada. It had been a slow day and he hadn’t found any game to shoot. Suddenly, he heard a noise behind him. He whirled around and saw two ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Life Of Joseph - Part 3

    Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 14, 2011
     | 5,273 views

    Gos still uses people in incredible ways. He changes lives when we least expect it. He uses people and situations for His good.

    The Apostle Paul writes in his letter to the Romans. Chapter 15 verse 4, “For whatever was written in earlier times was written for our instruction, that through perseverance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope.” And hope is certainly what we find as we study the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Conquering The Giant Of Revenge Series

    Contributed by Michael Wiley on Apr 12, 2012
     | 6,744 views

    Revenge is MINE, says God. When you lash out and take revenge on someone you are hurting them and yourself and usurping God's authority over the situation

    Conquering the Giants Message two of four REVENGE April 15, 2012 Michael Wiley Romans 12:9-19 Introduction: “Welcome to the Hamptons, a glittering world of incredible wealth and privilege, where smiles hide secrets - and nothing is colder than revenge. It's easy to see why the Hamptons are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    But God

    Contributed by Martin Holland on Oct 17, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,826 views

    There is a phrase in the Bible that transitions from any given situation to an act of God. It is inspiring to read as a Christian the phrase "But God". I share some that are meaningful to me.

    But God Genesis 50:15-21 There are times in our lives when the intentions of some toward us are not good and there are others things concerning us we are so undeserving. There is a phrase that changes the dynamics of all these things that should mean so very much to each of us and that phrase is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Immanuel

    Contributed by Tony Grant on Jan 2, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,979 views

    “Immanuel” is a code name, with a secret meaning. The wonderful secret of that name is that God has come into our lives in the form of Jesus, and he will be with us always, in every situation.

    Immanuel January 9, 2005 Isaiah 7:10-16 2299 words 10 Again the LORD spoke to Ahaz, saying, 11 Ask a sign of the LORD your God; let it be deep as Sheol or high as heaven. 12 But Ahaz said, I will not ask, and I will not put the LORD to the test. 13 Then Isaiah said: "Hear then, O house of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Rich Anderson avatar

    "The Parable Of The Talents" Series

    Contributed by Rich Anderson on Jan 10, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,164 views

    We should know the importance of trusting God and being faithful to Him in all situations. We should not be afaid when we are given opporutnities to serve Him.

    A church member was angry and complained to the Pastor that the church had wastefully purchased five new brooms. He felt the expenditure was unnecessary. The Pastor mentioned it to the church administrator who responded; “No wonder he was upset. How would you feel if you saw everything you gave ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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