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  • Michael Stark avatar

    What Trials May Come Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 9, 2007
     | 5,302 views

    When trials come, as trials do come into each life, how shall the godly person respond?

    JAMES 1:2-4 WHAT TRIALS MAY COME “Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.” One truth is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Resisting Satan In Times Of Trial Series

    Contributed by Danny Dye on Feb 24, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,136 views

    This sermon shows how to resist the blinding, scheming, invisible presence of Satan.

    February 22, 2004A "Satan: Resisting Satan in Times of Trial" SERIES: Meet the Cast Introduction: A. "Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows! Ha! Ha! Ha! Ha! Ha! Ha! Ha! Ha!" 1. The Shadow was a radio program that I listened to as a kid (we did not have TV at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    James 1 - Faith In Trials

    Contributed by Hannah Pinkstone on Dec 11, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,384 views

    When we go through trials our joy comes from standing firm on the promises that God has given us. It’s through difficult times that faith has the biggest part to play. We show the reality of God’s love for us because we have joy when life is difficult.

    I want to explain to those who don’t know, what its like to be a Cardiff city fan. Each season begins with promise, and I feel a sense of expectation and excitement. For the first half of the season, I hope, and dream and see a bit of just what can be achieved with great people such as Andy Legg ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Michael Cariño avatar

    When Trials Become Triumphs

    Contributed by Michael Cariño on Sep 6, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 12,049 views

    When life hits you hard, don’t let it knock you down.

    When Trials Become Triumphs When Jason Lester was 12 years old, he was hit by a car and suffered a paralyzed arm. Decades later, he’d be a world-class endurance sports champion. Today, he can swim faster, ride further and run incredible distances as an Ironman and Ultraman, and he does it all ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Managing Christian Trials-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 14, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,516 views

    1 of 3. James divulged the proper management of trials which were endemic/common to Christians. There are proper ways of managing the those difficulties. But how are Christians to manage their trials properly? Tackling trials properly involves managing

    MANAGING CHRISTIAN TRIALS-I—James 1:1-27 Attention: A plane is on its way to Los Angeles when a blonde in Economy Class gets up, moves to First Class & sits down. The flight attendant watches her do this & asks to see her ticket. She examines it, then tells the blonde that she has paid for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Managing Christian Trials-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 28, 2010
     | 2,425 views

    2 of 3. James divulged the proper management of trials which were common to Christians. There are proper ways of managing these difficulties. How are Christians to manage these properly? Tackling trials properly, involves managing...

    MANAGING CHRISTIAN TRIALS-II—James 1:1-27 Attention: A man in a supermarket was pushing a cart which contained, among other things, a screaming baby. As the man proceeded along the aisles, he kept repeating softly, "Keep calm, Thomas. Don’t get excited, Thomas. Don’t yell, Thomas." A lady watched ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    911 Where Were You?

    Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Sep 8, 2011
     | 3,986 views

    I would say that most everyone knew where they were on that day in history but, where was God? Why would a good and loving God allow such a tragedy to happen?

    911 Where were you? The date was September 11, 2001. Where were you when you heard the tragic news 10 years ago and the day that changed America forever? I remember that day well. I was working at RJR and a co worker came over to my desk and said a plane had crashed into a building in New York ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Does God Allow Tragedy And Suffering?

    Contributed by Lee Strobel on Jul 23, 2012
    based on 117 ratings
     | 56,401 views

    Lee Strobel presents a message to a Colorado church shortly after the movie theater massacre in Aurora, Colorado.

    It was the worst mass shooting in American history – 70 people shot by a gunman, 12 of them killed, while they were watching the midnight showing of a new movie just 21 miles from where we’re sitting. There are no words to describe the anguish being felt by those who are suffering today; our heart ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Craig Condon avatar

    Why God Allows Bad Things To Happen

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Dec 20, 2015
     | 8,570 views

    We must remember that when bad things happen, God is in control. He loves us and wants us to be saved. He allows events for his good purpose.

    An old church building needed remodeling, so during his sermon the minister made an impassioned plea and looked directly at the richest man in town. At the end of the sermon, the rich man stood up and said, “Pastor, I will contribute $1,000.00” Just then plaster fell from the ceiling ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Why Sheperds? Why Us?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 4, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,434 views

    Let’s ponder, why did God pick lowly shepherds to announce the birth of His Son?

    WHY SHEPHERDS? WHY US? By Wade Martin Hughes, sr Kyfingers@aol.com The 23 Psalm and John: 1-18 and Luke 2: 8--20 Psalms 23 John 10: 4-5 I ponder today an amazing thought, Why did God announce the birth of the King to shepherds? I know we serve a wise and all knowing God, but there must be a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Why? Why? Why? Things Look Bad?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 14, 2021
     | 2,978 views

    Many seem to demand to know WHY? God does not always explain what He is doing. God teaches us just to trust his plan. Joseph could not see God's plan for many years. God was there all the time.

    WHY? WHY? WHY? THINGS LOOK SO BAD! DREAM? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com WHY? WHY? WHY? TELL ME WHY? WHY MAKE ME GO THROUGH THIS? Years ago I was traveling and I stayed in a motel and was watching the local news. It was summer time. Football camps were taking place. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Alison Bucklin avatar

    The Biggest Mistake Of All

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Mar 19, 2023
     | 888 views

    Why did the crowd choose Barabbas over Jesus? Does it say something about their priorities - and ours?

    Nathan wished he were anything but here. When he had reported for duty that morning he had no idea what he was getting into. Usually he loved being a temple guard. The pay was good, the duty was light, and the prestige was awesome. The hardest thing he had to do was keep his mouth shut about what ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • George Rennau avatar

    Tests And Trials - The Manna Test

    Contributed by George Rennau on Mar 23, 2003
    based on 45 ratings
     | 7,150 views

    The MANNA TEST IS a cumulative experience of trials where our obedience, patience, and perseverance are molded and tested

    TITLE THE MANNA TEST When you ponder the events of your life what comes to mind. For me it’s those powerful moments Those times when I was struggling Those times when I had lost someone I love Or was going through a financial crisis Or was learning an important lesson about relationships For me ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Trials And Temptations - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001
    based on 25 ratings
     | 3,198 views

    A further look at the issue of trials and temptations in the life of a Christian.

    Trials and Temptations - Pt. 2 James 1:12-18 This week we will be returning to the issue of trials and temptations as addressed in James chapter 1. James starts off with a challenge. "Don’t give up." Remember testing is a process and as a process we know that it is ongoing with many phases. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dennis Clark avatar

    3 Keys To Enduring Trials Series

    Contributed by Dennis Clark on Feb 26, 2001
    based on 110 ratings
     | 8,522 views

    These messages rely heavily upon John McCarthur’s New Testament Commentaries, only the error are mine

    3 Keys to enduring Trials James 1: 4-12 We have already observed in our 1st message that joy and understanding are supernatural responses to trials. Joy is available through the presence of God in our trials and through our will to endure for Christ sake. Joy for a Christian does not depend upon ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist