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Dealing With Discouragement

Contributed by James Buchanan on Sep 21, 2003

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Looking at the life of Elijah, this sermons examines how we can overcome discouragement in our lives

A little girl had been trying for months to learn the art of tying her shoes. She finally grasped the knack and was able to do it by herself. Her parents expected the child to be delighted, but were surprised by her disappointment. Her father asked why she was crying. She sobbed, "I just learned ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Banishing Discouragement Series

Contributed by William Morris on Feb 6, 2003

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This message deals with how the believer should deal with discoragement

Sermon by: Dr. Todd Morris Text: Psalm 77 Title: Banishing Discouragement Date: December 1, 2002 Introduction: Discouragement is the common cold of emotions. Eventually it affects us all. Elijah, God’s iron man of the Old Testament became so discouraged that he sat down under a juniper tree ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 77:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Discouragement Series

Contributed by Jeff Simms on May 19, 2003

based on 54 ratings

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A look at Elijah’s experience of discouragement and how he was led to renewal

1 Kings 19:1-8;12-14 Purpose Statement: We need to return to the Bread of Life for renewal and encouragement. Background: Elijah runs for his life to the southern most city in Judah-Beersheba. Beersheba was named by Abraham (Gen 21:31) when his servants dug wells there and means “well of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Defeating Discouragement Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 21, 2003

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Did you know that there is a plague sweeping the country today? It’s not the Beijing flu, or cancer, or even the common cold. This outbreak, however, can be just as deadly as the most dreaded disease known to man it’s called the epidemic of discourage

Defeating Discouragement Are you familiar with Murphy’s Law? The original “Murphy” was an engineer who conducted an experiment to test human acceleration tolerances. Unfortunately for him, he installed 16 motion sensors the wrong way, leading to the now famous quotation, “If anything can go ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Discouragement Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 15, 2004

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Is it okay to be doing badly? Is it okay to be weak? The world would say "no" but the Apostle Paul uses weakness and discouragement to see the Lord’s life created in him and others.

For more Bible Studies visit: www.LivingWatersWeb.com Overcoming Discouragement 2 Corinthians 4 Pastor Tom Fuller I want to ask two questions. Is it all right to be doing badly? And, is it all right to consider yourself weak? Our modern culture would say “no” to both questions. It ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-18

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Dealing With Discouragement Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 31, 2004

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Part 8 in Elijah series - how God deals with us when we get discouraged.

1 Kings 19:1-9a – Dealing with Discouragement A man had a checkup and then went in to see his doctor to get the results. The doctor said he had bad news and worse news for him. Which did he want to hear first. The man was a pick shocked and said, “Well, give me the bad news first. The doctor ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Discouragement

Contributed by Larry Elder on Jul 12, 2003

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Discouragement is one of Satan’s most effective weapons epically against church leaders and people in authority

Dealing with Discouragement Discouragement is one of Satan’s most effective weapons epically against church leaders and people in authority I) What is discouragement? Definition = to decrease courage; to be faint hearted; to lose hope; to be dismayed; the lace of desire to move forward or stand ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:20, 1 Kings 19:3-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Overcoming Discouragement Series

Contributed by Robert Robb on Mar 15, 2001

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Haggai encourages God’s people who have become discourged in God’s Work

Studies in Haggai Study 6 Ch 2v 1-9 Introduction One of the greatest joys that a minister of the gospel can experience is to see his ministry bearing fruit in the lives of his people. To see for example men and women brought through the preaching of the Word to the point where they become acutely ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Spirit Of Discouragement

Contributed by Chad Prather on Oct 5, 2002

based on 58 ratings

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The Jebusites were an Old Testament enemy of Israel and represent the spirit of discouragement

Seven Nations Greater Than You (Part 7) Overcoming the Obstacles to Your Destiny The Jebusites - The Spirit of Discouragement Josh. 3:10; I Sam. 30:1-8 Jebusite - Heb. - “Trodden down.” They represent the spirit of discouragement. Over 17 million people are clinically depressed and it ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:10, 1 Samuel 30:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming Discouragement

Contributed by Jay Patton on Jul 28, 2002

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Through Nehemiah we learn the Godly way to overcome what could potentially become discouragement.

Introduction: John Hus Illustration Background: Hard work is almost finished Purpose Statement: Being a Committed Christian Means… I. Never Letting Your Guard Down (v. 1, 8-9) A. The Work is all but finished 1. The enemies make a concession speech 2. They were appealing to his pride B. Never fall ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Encourager Or Discourager

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 31, 2000

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How do we encourage brothers and sisters in Christ

The two men stood on the wharf, looking across the shimmering water, seeing their final destination only in their hearts. They were about to begin a journey that would not only change them, but would change the world. One was known throughout the church, the other, some people knew his name. He ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-5

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Spirit Of Discouragement Series

Contributed by Scott Gipson on Nov 15, 2000

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How to fight the spirit of discouragement.

THE DEVIL’S GOTTA DEADLINE! (A SPIRIT OF DISCOURAGEMENT) 2 COR 2:11 JEREMIAH 20:11-17 INTRODUCTION: LAST WEEK, BEGAN TO LOOK AT THE WRATH OF THE DEVIL AND WHAT IT MEANS TO GOD’S CHILDREN. A). REV 12:12 – “ THE DEVIL HAS A GREAT WRATH AND HIS ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:11, Jeremiah 20:11-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Overcoming Discouragement

Contributed by Dennis Nolan on Oct 18, 2000

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Text 1 Samuel 30 v 6 David found strength in the Lord his God Having been a preacher now for well over half of my life it would be wonderful to stand before a congregation and say that one always preaches or lives life from the point of view of victory.

Text 1 Samuel 30 v 6 David found strength in the Lord his God Having been a preacher now for well over half of my life it would be wonderful to stand before a congregation and say that one always preaches or lives life from the point of view of victory. That would however be untrue. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:6

Denomination: Baptist

Discouraged, Not Defeated

Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 25, 2010

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How to keep discouragement from becoming defeat.

Discouraged, Not Defeated It is easy to become discouraged. Our world situation - Economy, war, terrorism, unemployment, mortgage crisis, crime. Our personal situation - Family problems, employment problems, physical problems. Our church life - Christians fall away, harsh words, disappointment, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 20:7-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Parasites Of Discouragement Series

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Feb 15, 2009

based on 35 ratings

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Discouragement is like a parasite that comes along side us and sucks the very life out of us – if we let it!

Ever felt like your life was the most unlucky of all? No matter what, the human spirit can be an amazing thing. Take for example the case of Larry Hanratty, who was named by the Los Angeles Times in 2007 the most unlucky man in California. This poor man was nearly executed to death in a ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

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