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  • Dr. Stanley Vasu avatar

    Greater Is He That Is In You Than He That Is In The World

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jan 12, 2017
     | 20,061 views

    GOD IS GREATER THAN ANYONE OR ANY PROBLEM

    GREATER IS HE THAT IS IN YOU THAN HE THAT IS IN THE WORLD 1 JOHN 4:4 MATTHEW 28:18-20 MARK 13:31 THE LORD WHO LIVES IN US 1.CHRIST IN YOU THE HOPE OF GLORY IS THE MYSTERY THAT GOD HAS REVEALED ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What You Looking At? Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 27, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,282 views

    In this message we will talk about how to overcome discouragement

    Hey, What Are You Looking At? GOOD MORNING MGCC Stuff from worship songs… OKAY – last week we wrapped up a 4 week series called, The last 4 weeks have been awesome as we have talked about… • Reversing Anxiety (C.A.L.M.S.) • Moving Beyond Insecurity (R.U.N.) • Getting Over Our Hurt ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    I Don't Look Like What I've Been Through PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 5, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,533 views

    This sermon encourages trust in God's perfect timing and unseen work in our lives, even during trials, through the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego.

    It's so good to be with you all today. We're about to open up the Good Book to the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. You know, sometimes when we're going through tough times, it's hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel. But let me tell you, God has a plan and His timing is always ...read more

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    Faith Fitness 2: Overcoming Obstacles Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 26, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,641 views

    How faith helps us overcome the obstacles we face in life.

    Faith Fitness: Overcoming Obstacles From the age of 5 Jerry was the victim of a series of strange and agonizing accidents. While holding an axe overhead it slipped and cut a cleft into his chin. While a sophomore in high school he backed into an electric lathe. When he was 17 he had an accident ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Better Eightfold Path, Part 1 Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,572 views

    Life is tough. There really is no secret pathway to avoid suffering. But we don’t have to avoid suffering, because God has promised to give us the strength to endure.

    INTRODUCTION If you’re familiar with world religions, you’ve probably heard of the eightfold path of Buddhism. The two most famous Buddhists in the world are the Dali Lama and Tiger Woods. A couple of years ago, Tiger was guilty of some bad conduct that cost him his marriage and some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Come These Tares? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,203 views

    Explore the Parable of the Tares, emphasizing the need for discernment to identify and overcome the 'weeds' in our lives through God's grace.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we are going to dive headfirst into a parable which Jesus shared with his disciples, a story that's packed with meaning and relevance for us today. This is the Parable of the Tares, found in Matthew 13:24-30. As A.W. Tozer once said, "A scared world needs a ...read more

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    I've Got Issues

    Contributed by Jarvis Ellis on Oct 13, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 58,327 views

    This sermon was preached to a group of teenagers and young adults during a Youth Revival.

    I’VE GOT SOME ISSUES by Rev. Jarvis Ellis Mark 10:46-10:52 I’VE GOT SOME ISSUES MARK 10:46-52 Young People, If the truth be told all of us in this Room have ISSUES. Oh I know you have on your “I’ve been Holy Ghost saved, fire baptized, blessed and highly favored” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Trusting God's Timing: Hezekiah's Patience For The Sign

    Contributed by Christian Jones on Jul 18, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,608 views

    In our journey of faith, we often encounter moments when we must wait on the Lord's timing. Just as Hezekiah displayed unwavering patience and trust in God's promises, we too can find inspiration from his story in 2 Kings 20:8-13.

    1. God's Assurance in the Midst of Adversity (Isaiah 41:10) During times of trial, God assures us that He is with us, strengthening us and upholding us with His righteous hand. Like Hezekiah, we must find comfort in God's presence, trusting that His plan is greater than our ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Finding Comfort In God's Presence PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 6, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,010 views

    Explores strengthening our spiritual connection with God, seeking reconciliation, and the importance of active participation in a Christian community.

    Good morning, blessed family of God! It is a joy to be with you today, to share in the fellowship of Christ, and to delve into the treasures of His Word. We are gathered here, not by accident, but by divine design, to encourage one another, to uplift each other, and to collectively draw closer to ...read more

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    Be Of Good Cheer: I Have Overcome

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Jun 27, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 753 views

    The Lord Jesus informed His disciples of the Tribulation they will experience in the world, but assured them victory all through them.

    Be of Good Cheer: I have Overcome Study Text: John 16:33 Introduction: This Scriptural verse emphasizes the importance of a believer in Christ to maintain a positive and hopeful outlook, even in the face of adversity. This is because Christ has overcome the world and He is always present to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Finding Peace In The Midst Of The Storm Series

    Contributed by Richard Goble on Mar 20, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 25,192 views

    It’s hard to know what to do when the storms of life come our way. In Peter’s attempt to walk on the water we discover some valuable principles that will help us face those storms while giving glory to our Lord.

    Title: Finding Peace In The Midst Of The Storm Series: God Uses Broken Vessels Text: Matthew 14:22-32 Introduction Tom Dooley was a young doctor who organized hospitals, raised money, and literally poured out his life in the service of the afflicted peoples of Southeast Asia. Here was a man ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Overcoming Challenges To Your Leadership

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 3, 2003
    based on 49 ratings
     | 3,772 views

    The apostles were blessed by God with great growth in their fellowship as a result of their Spirit applied solutions to a prickly problem. Dr. Luke wrote, Then the word of God spread and the number of the disciples multiplied greatly in Jerusalem.

    1. Remember that there are plenty of cycles of ups and downs in every relationship, ministry and group. While the first century church grew in maturity they were faced with the tensions between Grecian and Aramaic speaking Jews. The differing tribal perspectives meant that Grecian Jews felt that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Overpowering, Overcoming, And Overwhelming Birth Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on May 19, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 4,859 views

    The Birth of the Church. Babies change everything... Parenthood also changes with each baby. Here, some of the ways having a second and third child differs from having your first...

    Mother’s Day – The Overpowering, Overcoming, and Overwhelming Birth Babies change everything Yes, parenthood changes everything. But parenthood also changes with each baby. Here, some of the ways having a second and third child differs from having your first: PREPARING FOR THE BIRTH 1st baby: ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Contrasting Defeatist And Overcoming Attitudes

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 31 ratings
     | 5,660 views

    Too many people are succumbing to the cynicism of the postmodern mindset of defeatism. Paul writes, "Do not be overcome by evil but overcome evil with good." (Rom. 12:21)

    Romans 12:21 - Do not be overcome by evil but overcome evil with good. Illustration:One salesman came back from a remote part of the world informing his boss that he could not sell any shoes to the people. When the supervisor asked the salesman why the people were resistant to purchasing shoes the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Overcome Debilitating Guilt

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 87 ratings
     | 4,427 views

    Pastor Dave felt terrible guilt over not being able to meet all of the needs of his parishioners. When he took time off for golf he felt so guilty that he never really enjoyed himself. Pastor Dave struggles to earn the approval of everyone in the church b

    Pastor Dave felt terrible guilt over not being able to meet all of the needs of his parishioners. When he took time off for golf he felt so guilty that he never really enjoyed himself. Pastor Dave struggles to earn the approval of everyone in the church because he doesn’t want a group of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational