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    Christians Should Not Be Surprised! PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Spark on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 221 views

    Understand and embrace the concept that suffering is not surprising or strange, but rather a part of our spiritual journey, allowing us to share in Christ's sufferings and look forward to the glory that awaits us.

    Good morning, Church family. We are living in unprecedented times, aren't we? Our world has seen a drastic shift in what we consider "normal." Yet, we shouldn't be surprised. As we’ll explore today, it's not surprising because the Bible has already told us about it. We're going to look at this ...read more

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    When It's All On The Line PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Spark on Oct 17, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 203 views

    The sermon's main point is to encourage believers to obey God and maintain their faith, regardless of the worldly consequences they may face.

    This morning we’re focusing on a theme that's as old as faith itself, yet as relevant as the morning news: Obeying God despite the consequences. Our guide will be two Scriptures - one from Daniel, the other from Peter. Both passages remind us that the Kingdom of God isn't of this world. Let's begin ...read more

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    Don't Be Surprised Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Nov 6, 2000
    based on 114 ratings
     | 5,555 views

    There is opposition on every journey of faith, and it seems impassable.

    DON’T BE SURPRISED! 1 Peter 4:12-19 Introduction: 1. There is opposition on every journey of faith. It is enough to cause many to become discouraged and quit. It is enough to give pause to everyone – is it worth it? It is enough to seem impassable. It is enough to be classified as a real ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Be Prepared To Suffer

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 17, 2000
    based on 23 ratings
     | 2,554 views

    Introd.: motto of Boy Scouts = "Be Prepared" God's message to Joseph in Egypt = help the nation to be prepared for 7 years of famine doctors take much more time today than they used to to make sure patients understand and are prepared for the operation Illust.

    Introd.: motto of Boy Scouts = "Be Prepared" God's message to Joseph in Egypt = help the nation to be prepared for 7 years of famine doctors take much more time today than they used to to make sure patients understand and are prepared for the operation Illust. of not being prepared: Peter wants his ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    How Can I Count My Blessings?

    Contributed by Larry Wise on Nov 30, 2000
    based on 304 ratings
     | 19,846 views

    Keeping my perspective when times get tough.

    How Can I Count My Blessings? I Peter 4:12-19 So, how was your Thanksgiving this year? Consider Job. He has come to represent the epitome of suffering. His children were killed in an accident. He is financially ruined. He has been stricken with an incurable illness--and is in such constant ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Butterfly

    Contributed by Lindeal Greer on Nov 21, 2000
    based on 84 ratings
     | 11,676 views

    This is about the struggles that makes us grow.

    Butterfly A man found a cocoon of a butterfly. One day a small opening appeared. He sat and watched the butterfly for several hours, as it struggled to force its body through the little hole. Then it seemed to stop making any progress. It appeared as if it had gotten as far as it could, and it ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Let God Do It His Way

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 25, 2001
    based on 88 ratings
     | 38,470 views

    This sermon looks at the life of David, and how he allowed God to handle the problem of Saul in his life.

    Let God Do It His Way 8/1/99 1 Samuel 24:1-22 1 Peter 4:12-19 1 Samuel 26:1-25 When a woman is pregnant, she is going to have a baby. A normal baby takes about nine months to get here. Now what would you think if the woman became so excited about the baby coming into the word that she ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    How To Face Life's Challenges Iv Series

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 11, 2001
    based on 66 ratings
     | 5,539 views

    This sermon is a continuation of the series in the beatitudes. Being persecuted for taking a stand in our society on issues as abortion and homosexuality are presented.

    How To Face Life’s Challenges Part IV. NLF 6/10/2001 2 Chron 24;17-22 1 Peter 4:12-19 Text Matt 5:10-12 We have previously looked in our Bibles at Matthew chapter 5 verses 1-9. These verses have been called the Be-attitudes. Someone has said these are the attitudes that should be in us ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Funeral For Elderly Christian Lady

    Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Jun 10, 2001
    based on 288 ratings
     | 106,260 views

    Funeral service for elderly Christian lady who was active in church work and mission work within the community.

    Funeral Service for Mrs. Frances k. Stone From the pulpit of Bayview Baptist Church, Columbia, SC Prelude Organist Seated: As we seek comfort today, we’re assured that Mrs. Frances Stone is with the Lord Jesus Christ; yet her death leaves a vacancy in our lives that no one can replace! Our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Don't Worry, Be Happy!

    Contributed by Stephen Noel on Sep 11, 2001
    based on 17 ratings
     | 3,682 views

    A message on salvation for the sinner, but a challenge of deeper commitment to the Christian.

    Don’t Worry, Be Happy! Wouldn’t it be nice if everyone walked in perfect peace, without worry, without stress, without lonliness? It can happen. Especially when we walk with the Lord. This message today is for both the sinner and for the Christian. At the close of this message, you will ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Me Lord?

    Contributed by Victor Ross on Sep 11, 2001
    based on 50 ratings
     | 5,500 views

    In the eventualities and varied experiences of life, at one point or another, I’m sure we have all uttered the words which are no doubt in the heart of every grieving parent who has lost their child, or every husband or wife their partner - "WHY ME?"

    (a) In the eventualities and varied experiences of life, at one point or another, I’m sure we have all uttered the words which are no doubt in the heart of every grieving parent who has lost their child, or every husband or wife their partner - "WHY ME?" (b) I know in the course of my pastoral ...read more

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    Seeing Through The Fire

    Contributed by Phillip Day on Mar 8, 2007
     | 2,763 views

    Peter tells how a Christian should view trials.

    Seeing Through the Fire 1 Peter 4:12-16 I. The Probability of Trials (v. 12) a. The refining fire (Job 23:10; 1 Peter 1:7) b. The persecuting fire (John 15:18-21) II. The Praise in Trials (v. 13-14) a. Fellowship with Christ (v. 13; 2 Corinthians 1:5; Philippians 3:10) b. Glory in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Suffering Reduces Sin Series

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Mar 6, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,983 views

    The Apostle Peter shows us that when we work through suffering in a godly way, those habits and sins we cannot rid ourselves of, start to fade away.

    What is the thing that Americans fear the most? It is not taxes, or speaking in public, or even death…no. What Americans fear the most is – suffering. It can all be summed up when a loved one dies and death comes quickly to them. What do we say? At least they didn’t suffer….. Americans fear ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Persecution Series

    Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Dec 10, 2007
    based on 30 ratings
     | 13,900 views

    The believer’s suffering is in the will of God. Do not be supprised and rejoice!

    PREPERATION OUTLINE INTRODUCTION: If you would like to follow along with me, I will be reading a passage out of 1Peter 4:12-19. Before I do, I’d like to give a brief couple of facts about Peter’s life. Peter was a fisherman, businessman and an Apostle. The Apostle Peter became a disciple ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Fire And Judgment" Series

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Feb 12, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,750 views

    Sermon 15 in a study in 1 & 2 Peter

    “Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal among you, which comes upon you for your testing, as though some strange thing were happening to you; 13 but to the degree that you share the sufferings of Christ, keep on rejoicing, so that also at the revelation of His glory you may rejoice with ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox