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    Good News Through Tough Times Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 5, 2017
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     | 11,994 views

    The Spirit descended upon the prophet Isaiah and empowered him to bring good news to the captives, proclaim liberty and announce God's everlasting covenant.

    Introduction As we prepare for the future--for the birth of the Christ Child and the arrival of the King of kings--we once again glance to the past. Today's text directs our attention to the exiles. The Exodus out of slavery in Egypt through the wilderness to the Promised Land and the Exile to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Thirst Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 1, 2018
     | 7,772 views

    There are three levels of thirst -- physical thirst; thirst for God (spiritual); and God's thirst for the lost.

    1. Thirst Blood Loss Produces Thirst [Angel of Marye’s Heights – Fredericksburg, VA Saturday, December 13, 1862 No longer able to withstand the wrenching moans of the suffering wounded and dying Union soldiers, 19 year old Confederate Sergeant Richard Kirkland of the 2nd South Carolina approached ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Making Something Good From Something Bad Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 30, 2017
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     | 14,892 views

    We learn from Paul's experience with his Roman imprisonment that God can use bad things that happen to us for good.

    Introduction: A. Today, we are continuing in our sermon series on Paul’s letter to the Philippians called “Joy for the Journey.” 1. I want us to continue to understand how attitude makes a difference in whether or not we experience joy for the journey. 2. But by attitude, I don’t mean a foolish ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christ's Message To Smyrna Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 8, 2016
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     | 8,344 views

    The analysis of Christ's message to Smyrna as set forth in Revelation 2:8-11 teaches us that suffering is a characteristic of a true church of Jesus Christ.

    Scripture We are currently in a series of messages titled, “Christ’s Message to the Seven Churches,” that is based on the first three chapters of the Book of Revelation. In Revelation 1 the resurrected and glorified Christ revealed himself to his Apostle John, and told him to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Job PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,337 views

    This sermon explores the significance of suffering through the story of Job, emphasizing the strength found in faith during trials and the understanding gained from them.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to be here with you, standing on the common ground of our faith and united in the love of our Lord Jesus Christ. Today, we find ourselves at the foot of a mountain, ready to climb the steep path of understanding. We are here to seek wisdom and ...read more

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    The Cry Of Desertion PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 1, 2024
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     | 993 views

    This sermon explores the profound spiritual significance and lessons derived from Jesus' declaration of thirst during His crucifixion.

    Greetings, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. What an honor and privilege it is to gather together as a family, united by our shared faith, to delve into the rich tapestry of God's Word. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to a poignant moment in the narrative of our Lord Jesus Christ's ...read more

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    Standing Strong Amidst Trials SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023
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     | 1,165 views

    This sermon provides encouragement for those currently experiencing suffering, as well as those who may face it in the future. It emphasizes the strength and joy that can be found even in times of hardship.

    Today, I want to encourage all of you who are going through difficult times. Despite the challenges we face, we can still find joy and stand strong. No matter what we've been through, we can declare, "I'm still standing!" In his second letter to the Corinthians, Paul addresses three main points: ...read more

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    Partnering With One Another PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 913 views

    Explore the interconnectedness of partnering with God in proclaiming the Gospel, fellowship in suffering, and the joy of knowing Christ, emphasizing that our joy, purpose, and strength come from our union with Christ.

    Good morning, family! We're going to be diving into a passage from the book of Philippians today – a passage that speaks about partnering with God in proclaiming the Gospel, fellowship in suffering, and the joy of knowing Christ. It's interesting how all these elements are interconnected, and as we ...read more

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    Why Bread Lesson 4 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 26, 2017
     | 3,943 views

    Why bread is a symbol of His death

    “For I received from the Lord that which I also delivered to you: that the Lord Jesus on the same night in which He was betrayed took bread” (1 Cor. 11:23). A. Why Bread is a Symbol of His Death 1. Death. “Unless a grain of wheat falls into the ground and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Support: Giving Real Support Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 9, 2012
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     | 7,253 views

    Give real support for friends in suffering by being present with them, providing them a listening ear and share the promises of God.

    What can you do to a friend who is suffering? • Support him. 2 Cor 1:3-4 “… the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, 4who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Why Commit? (Part 1)

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 21, 2003
    based on 35 ratings
     | 9,686 views

    Why should I commit my way to the Lord’s way? Because I will then dwell in the promised land of safe pasture and God will give me the desires of my heart. All I have to do is commit my way to Him and he promises he will do these things.

    Why Commit? (part one) Thesis: Why should I commit my way to the Lord’s way? Because I will then dwell in the promised land of safe pasture and God will give me the desires of my heart. All I have to do is commit my way to Him and he promises he will do these things. Text: Psalm 37:1-5 1 Do ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why So Long In Slavery? Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 12, 2015
    based on 30 ratings
     | 29,804 views

    Why did God allow Israel to even be in slavery? And why did He allow it for so long? The answers to these questions tell us much about the chains God would free us from in our lives.

    (Props – 10 foot length of ¼ inch chain; a cross on stage that can handle the weight of the chain) OPEN: I once read the story of a marketplace in northern India where people brought their wares to trade and sell. One old farmer brought in a whole covey of quail that he caught. He hoped to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why Do You Cry? Series

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Jul 15, 2018
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,359 views

    I think God wants to have soft hearts-the ability to grieve, to be hurt, to be wounded, and, thereby, to become a source of healing, just as Jesus bought our healing through the tearing of His flesh.

    REVELATION CHAPTER 5 1. And I saw in the right hand of Him sitting on the Throne a book (biblion) written on the outside and inside, sealed with seven seals 2. And I saw a strong angel proclaiming with a big (mega) voice 3. “Who is worthy to take the book and loose its seals?” and no one was able ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Origins #2: The Fall

    Contributed by C Jordan on Nov 28, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,441 views

    If God is good, and He created everything, and the original creation was very good, then why is there death and suffering in the world?

    ORIGINS #2: THE FALL (November 2010 – Beausejour Church – Pastor Chris Jordan) → REVIEW: “In the beginning, God created the Heavens and the Earth.” (Genesis 1:1). • Last week we looked at the differences between creation and evolution, and talked about how it is more likely we are here by ...read more

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    Afflictions Of God's People

    Contributed by Clarence Clough on May 24, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,087 views

    An important thing for us to think about is how do we cope with suffering?

    The Unique Afflictions of God’s People Text: 2 Cor. 1:6-11 Intro: "When Samuel Rutherford [ 17th Century Scottish Presbyterian theologian and author ] found himself in the cellar of adversity, as he often did , he began to look around for ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God