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  • Steven Shubert avatar

    In The Habitation Of Dragons

    Contributed by Steven Shubert on Aug 1, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,597 views

    GOD’s Promise of restoration comes to us in the most unlikely of places, in the most unlikely of circumstances...In The Habitation Of Dragons.

    Isa. 35 (entire chapter) I. Introduction A. This great promise comes to Israel immediately after the promise of destruction to the rebellious, unrepentant nations that arise against GOD and righteousness. 1. And just like GOD promised Israel that He would deliver new life back to them, He still ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Pursuing Victory

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jun 5, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,829 views

    Joseph’s life is a remarkable example of how God works within seemingly impossible circumstances to bring hope and victory.

    Based on Genesis 37:12-28; 50:19-21 JOSEPH WAS YOUNG AND FAITHFUL -- LOVED BY HIS FATHER BUT DESPISED BY HIS BROTHERS. THE LOVE JOSEPH’S FATHER GAVE TO HIM PROVIDED A RICH ENVIRONMENT WHERE HE COULD GROW PHYSICALLY, EMOTIONALLY, AND SPIRITUALLY. HOWEVER, THE PEACE AND REASSURANCE HE FELT IN HIS ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Glenn Arellano avatar

    Dealing With Troubles You Don't Deserve Series

    Contributed by Glenn Arellano on Sep 11, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,275 views

    When unwanted circumstances comes the to us,we must learn to choose the right attitude rather than be controlled by them.

    1 Chronicles 4:9 There was a man named Jabez who was more distinguished than any of his brothers. His mother named him Jabez because his birth had been so painful. 10 He was the one who prayed to the God of Israel, “Oh, that you would bless me and extend my lands! Please be with me in all that I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Completion Of A Good Work

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Dec 8, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,405 views

    What will it take to liberate us from our prisons and lead us into circumstances where we experience unending joy?

    Completion Of a Good Work – Philippians 1: 3 - 11 Intro: Michaelangelo Buonoarti was one of the world’s most talented sculptor. Many have enjoyed his work in pictures or photos. Others of us have seen the real thing. There is a set of 4 sculptures Michaelangelo done around 1453 that some ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • R. York Moore avatar

    No Ordinary People Series

    Contributed by R. York Moore on Jul 18, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 8,263 views

    There may be ordinary circumstances, there may be ordinary experiences, there may be ordinary hopes or dreams, aspirations and struggles-but there are no ordinary people!

    Intro: Ordinary Days for Ordinary People?  Neary lived in a small Indian village where her father beat her and her five siblings routinely. One day, her father sold her to cover a gambling debt and Neary went to work as a bonded laborer at the age of 9. Each day Neary would weave saris in ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Character

    Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Jun 29, 2001
    based on 417 ratings
     | 28,001 views

    How a person deals with the circumstances of their life speaks of their character. Character is a true Christian quality but is sadly lacking in the Church today.

    Character “A quality of Christianity”  Character is defined - The pattern of behavior or personality found in an individual or group; moral constitution  How a Christian deals with the circumstances of their life speaks of their character.  Crisis doesn’t necessarily make ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Essential Equipment - Prayer Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 25, 2002
    based on 66 ratings
     | 26,600 views

    What does prayer change? Most of believe prayer’s most important purpose is to change circumstances... but that may not be true.

    OPEN: A young boy was observed by a minister in church praying very fervently; but much to the preacher’s surprise, he was also heard to say from time to time: "Tokyo, Tokyo, Tokyo." So preacher approached the boy after he had apparently finished his prayer and said, "Son, I was very pleased to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • William Barnes avatar

    Thanksgiving Vs. Thanks-Living

    Contributed by William Barnes on Nov 21, 2002
    based on 367 ratings
     | 47,284 views

    Scripture admonished us to be thankful in all circumstances. This means our thanksgiving is to be continual and not contingent. 3 reasons for "continual thanksgiving"

    “Thanksgiving Vs. Thanks-living (part 2)” Intro: The fact that God expects us to thank Him for His blessings in our lives, is evident in the words of Jesus, to the one lone ex-leper who returned to thank Him. Luke 17:15 “One of them, when he saw he was healed, came back, praising God in a loud ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    In The Shadow Of Peter

    Contributed by Brian Buriff on Jun 8, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 11,636 views

    Faith vs Supersition. Allow the shadows cast by your dark circumstances to inspire faith in others who are wounded and hurting.

    I. WHAT WAS IT ABOUT PETER’S SHADOW? A. Some Commentators Dispute Whether Peter’s Shadow Really Resulted In Healing 1. Some aregue that there is no evidence that anyone was actually healed from it - that people just had an expectation that they might get healed - and so were healed 2. Whether ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney avatar

    8 Steps To Breakthrough

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Oct 28, 2003
    based on 135 ratings
     | 73,247 views

    The circumstances are different for all of us but the principles never change, what worked in the bible will work for us if we will act on them

    “8 Steps To Breakthrough” As we enter into the spiritual realm God has promised us we must be prepared for confrontation. There is no progress without resistance: Jericho was a fortress city, It was the symbol of the Enemy’s strength and Power It was made up of Men and women wholly ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael Karpf avatar

    The Mountaintop Experience

    Contributed by Michael Karpf on Oct 2, 2005
    based on 30 ratings
     | 5,105 views

    Because nothing will ever separate us from God’s love, life can be a mountaintop experience regardless of circumstances.

    I found out last Sunday that for the first time I slept through an earthquake. What I did not sleep through was KC waking me up in the middle of the night to feed her. Many of you know I am taking Japanese lessons. It is coming along slowly and I need lots of practice. So I hope I will be able ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Dan Morrison avatar

    Facing Times Of Turmoil And Transition

    Contributed by Dan Morrison on Sep 18, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,970 views

    Samuel was born into a time of turmoil and transition. He did not pick or choose his circumstances. How did he fare?

    Facing times of Turmoil and Transition A study in the life of Samuel Samuel was born into a time of turmoil and transition. He did not pick or choose his circumstances. How did he fare? When the dust settled and the epitaph was written we can say Samuel was an over comer. He faced these times ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Keith Shuler avatar

    Only God Knows How

    Contributed by Keith Shuler on Nov 3, 2002
    based on 96 ratings
     | 11,814 views

    God’s plan include; peace, welfare, a future and the ability to hope again despite how present circumstances may be

    Only God Knows How Jeremiah 29:10-14 In our society many people are wondering what’s going to happen next. People are making fortunes attempting to predict the future. They’ve made some of their money off Christians.. Cleo, the Jamaican born Floridian, has made countless millions off people in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dave Browning avatar

    Change U - 2 Series

    Contributed by Dave Browning on Dec 22, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,284 views

    The second of two sermons on change in the circumstances, but not the vision or goals, of a church body. This sermon was prompted by a pastor transitioning out of the church.

    He hasn’t been gone very long -- just a week, but if you’re not missing Rick, I can tell you that he is missing you. Continue to pray for him. And for us.... To tell you where we’re at in the process... - informal conversations - collecting information (survey) - we’ll expand the rings with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ryan Akers avatar

    Patience...what's That? Series

    Contributed by Ryan Akers on Jan 19, 2009
     | 5,172 views

    Our study of James ends the way it began with James encouraging the church to be patient, persevere and trust God in all circumstances.

    Fracture Part 12- Patience…What’s That? James 5:7-11- Dear brothers and sisters, be patient as you wait for the Lord’s return. Consider the farmers who patiently wait for the rains in the fall and in the spring. They eagerly look for the valuable harvest to ripen. You, too, must be patient. Take ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan