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  • Larry Finley avatar

    Handling Troubles The Right Way

    Contributed by Larry Finley on Oct 1, 2009
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     | 5,265 views

    How we handle the troubles of life will determine victory or defeat.

    1. A Critical Evaluation Vs. 3-8; 12-14 A. Destructive Enemy v. 3 B. Despairing Heart vs 4-5 C. Desire to Quit vs 6-8 D. Desperately Alone vs. 12-14 2. A Careful Supplication Vs. 1-2; 16-17 A. Pray Expectqantly v. 1 B. Pray Honestly vs. 2, 9, 15 C. Pray Passionately Vs. 2c, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jim Drake avatar

    Message Delivered Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Sep 10, 2007
    based on 31 ratings
     | 19,514 views

    In order to faithfully obey God’s call to be messengers of His gospel, we need to see the obstacles that we will face. But not only do we need to see the obstacles, we need to be able to overcome them like Amos did.

    1. Introduction a. A messenger of God will face personal opposition (10) b. A messenger of God will face verbal misrepresentation (11) c. A messenger of God will face sensible temptation (12-13) i. Wouldn’t it be nice to go home? ii. Eat your home cooking? iii. It’s OK to prophesy—just don’t do it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living Hope Series

    Contributed by Mark Elkins on Jan 27, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,629 views

    I am truly discovering that life’s obstacles are truly opportunities for God to show just how awesome He really is. Obstacles give us God stories! Do you need a God story today?

    LIVING HOPE 1 Peter 1 My son asked, “If Sea World really loves animals, then why do they keep them captive?” What a deep question. Maybe you can relate. If someone loves you, then why are you still held captive? If people in your world love you when why do they keep you captive? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Victories Won In Faith Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 5, 2025
     | 227 views

    In every generation, God raises men and women who defy the odds and overcome great obstacles—not by physical might, but by faith.

    VICTORIES WON IN FAITH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 17:1-54 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 11:32-34, 1 John 5:4, Romans 8:37, Psalm 44:6-7, Ephesians 6:16 INTRODUCTION: In every generation, God raises men and women who defy the odds and overcome great obstacles—not by physical might, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Turning Chains Into Courage

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 19, 2002
    based on 64 ratings
     | 6,076 views

    Learn how right focus can turn obstacles and roadblocks into opportunities for courageous service for God.

    This morning, we’ll continue with chapter 1, verses 12-18a, and we’ll look at how Paul turns his chains into courage. We will look at two observations from this text and one main principle with two areas of application. Observations: The first observation I like to make is from verse 13: "As a ...read more

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    Turning Chains Into Courage

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 19, 2002
    based on 121 ratings
     | 9,867 views

    Learn how right focus can turn obstacles and roadblocks into opportunities for courageous service for God.

    This morning, we’ll continue with chapter 1, verses 12-18a, and we’ll look at how Paul turns his chains into courage. We will look at two observations from this text and one main principle with two areas of application. Observations: The first observation I like to make is from verse 13: "As a ...read more

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    Between "The Rock" And A Hard Place

    Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Apr 28, 2002
    based on 127 ratings
     | 12,802 views

    Life is slippery, stressful and full of obstacles, but Jesus is our Rock, our Fortress and our Deliverer.

    Between "The Rock" and a Hard Place 1. Has life ever dealt you a hard blow? Got any enemies? Limitations? (Don’t Go Anywhere!!!) 2. David had killed a lion, a bear and a giant as a young boy. (Invincibility of youth?) 3. David’s enemies had taught him his strengths, limitations and God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Where God Guides, He Provides Series

    Contributed by Larry Sarver on Jun 11, 2002
    based on 148 ratings
     | 30,355 views

    A message on how God will guide and provide for his people to fulfill his plan despite obstacles.

    Genesis Series #48 May 26, 2002 Title: Where God Guides, He Provides Email: pastorsarver@yahoo.com Website: www.newlifeinchrist.info Welcome to New life in Christ. Today we continue with message #48 in our verse-by-verse study of the Book of Genesis. Read Genesis 24:12-63 Opening ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    The Day Zacchaeus Became Free

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 19, 2002
    based on 55 ratings
     | 6,310 views

    No matter what the obstacles facing a person, they can find Jesus as Savior if they will sincerely seek Him.

    THE DAY ZACCHAEUS BECAME FREE "And Jesus said to him, ’Today salvation has come to this house, because he, too, is a son of Abraham. For the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost." Luke 19: 9-10. I. HE FACED FORMIDABLE BARRIERS IN SEEKING JESUS! His profession was a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What It Takes To Do His Work

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 21, 2007
    based on 21 ratings
     | 7,213 views

    Gideon answered the call of God and learnt to overcome discouragement, doubt and obstacles to accomplish the purpose of God.

    What does it take to do the work God has called us to do and finish it? Take a look at Gideon. He was called by God for a special purpose at a special time. • God heard the cries of the people, and He wanted to save them from their enemies. He needs a man to do the job. • Gideon needs to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Tim White avatar

    How Do You Hear God? Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Mar 15, 2009
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,091 views

    The leaders of the Jews failed to recognize the Christ because of three obstacles to their hearing: Presumptions, Prejudice, and Pride.

    Hearing God John 7:40-52 (NKJV) * (Funny hearing illustration) * How do you listen to God? How would you have listened to Jesus when He taught? Vs.40Therefore many from the crowd, when they heard this saying, said, "Truly this is the Prophet." 41 Others said, "This is the Christ." But some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A New Beginning

    Contributed by Othey Mcnew Jr. on Nov 8, 2003
    based on 9 ratings
     | 14,875 views

    A message to our church as we start with a new location and try to overcome obstacles to our move.

    A New Beginning 2nd Corinthians 9: 6-11 We are going to be a little different today. Instead of reading the scripture verses and then praying we are going to pray first and then read the scriptures when we get to them in our message today Please join me in Prayer!! As I was working on today’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,505 views

    A discourse on overcoming obstacles that prevent true restoration, and the three elements revived in the valley of dry bones.

    The book of Ezekiel is very interesting. Ezekiel was a prophet of God who received deep revelations about God's glory, power, and love. When reading Ezekiel, we need to ask God to help us understand His Word, or we may miss the important message He wants to convey. Today, we will look at one of ...read more

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    The Life Line (2018, Fifth Sunday Of Easter)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 28, 2021
     | 2,746 views

    Sin is perhaps the biggest of the obstacles because it is connected with all of the other obstacles in our lives that hinder God’s will. Sin has many forms and formats that make deadwood in our lives, but sin has one purpose and that is our destruction.

    THE LIFE LINE Text: John 15:1- 8 Just recently my daughter Lilly looked at the bushes of the parsonage that had been trimmed back. She expressed her concern that the bushes might not grow back. I assured her that that the pruning that had taken place was good for the bushes because ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Walking Along A Booby Trapped Trail Series

    Contributed by William Morris on Feb 6, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,401 views

    The sixth message in a nine part series from Colossians. This message deals with the obstacles Satan places before us on the pathway of life.

    Sermon by: Dr. Todd Morris Text: Colossians 2 (Read 1-8) Title: Walking Safely on a Dangerous Trail Date: August 11, 2002 Introduction: Throughout this letter Paul has expressed his concern for the believers at Colossi. In verse 1 he again does so, and continues on throughout this chapter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist