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  • John Dobbs avatar

    Power To Overcome Temptation Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Jan 13, 2023
     | 2,948 views

    When our spiritual batteries are low - we find ourselves in need of a recharge - to POWER UP! Last week we looked at the baptism of Jesus as a means to CONNECT to the Power! As powerful an experience as that is - we shouldn’t think it is the end of the journey - but the beginning.

    Text: Matthew 4:1-11 1 Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted there by the devil. 2 For forty days and forty nights he fasted and became very hungry. 3 During that time the devil came and said to him, “If you are the Son of God, tell these stones to become loaves of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Joy: Overcoming Sorrow Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Feb 4, 2023
     | 2,357 views

    Joy is the normal condition for believers. In the quiet of this moment, identify your source of happiness for a moment. Ask yourself, “What made me happy that is now missing in my life?” What fire have I been warming myself at instead of Jesus?

    Happy Father’s Day to all! Dads and granddads, we greatly appreciate you! Good Morning to our Cross Church family meeting at Nance Elementary again this morning. Let me ask you a serious question, “What would like to change about your home?” If you could change one thing about your roommate, what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Peace: Overcoming Anxiety Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Feb 4, 2023
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     | 3,114 views

    Peace is the confidence that God is controlling your life. Peace is the confidence or the trust that God is wisely shaping the events of your life for your best and His best.

    We’re in a summer sermon series devoted to bringing the change into our lives that we’ve always longed for. It’s a series devoted to advocating living life with the fruit of the Spirit: “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Kindness: Overcoming Selfishness Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Feb 5, 2023
     | 3,753 views

    Mark Twain said, “Kindness is a language which the deaf can hear, and the blind can see.” Many think it only take willpower to be kind. No, it takes supernatural power to be kind.

    Did you see the recent news article about the cabbie that found $187,000 in cash? Yes, a Boston taxi cab driver dropped off a homeless man at a hotel. The homeless man had just finished living in a homeless shelter for the past six months when he inherited the incredible sum of money. Yes, you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Overcoming Anxiety In 2023

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 29, 2022
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    Wouldn’t be great to leave all your worries behind as you enter the New Year? Wouldn’t it be good to be free 2023! The good news is that you can be! 1Pe 5:7 Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.

    Sermon: Overcoming Anxiety in 2023 Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34 “That is why I tell you not to worry about everyday life—whether you have enough food and drink, or enough clothes to wear. Isn’t life more than food, and your body more than clothing? 26 Look at the birds. They don’t plant or harvest or ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Overcoming Cliques In The Church PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 28, 2025
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     | 53 views

    The sermon calls believers to reject favoritism and embrace Christlike love, welcoming all as equals in God’s family regardless of status or background.

    Sometime between the handshake at the door and the last hymn, most of us have felt it—the little nudge to measure people by pocketbooks or pedigrees, by what they drive or where they sit. Maybe you’ve been on the other side of that glance. You walked into a room, and before you spoke a word, you ...read more

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    Overcoming Obstacles In Faith SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,008 views

    Every kind of 'But' interferes with my life of just living an authentic life for God

    Today, I want to discuss a common hindrance in our lives that often prevents us from living authentically for God. It's something we all have, and it can be quite significant. I'm talking about our "buts." These "buts" tend to get in the way and hinder us from fully embracing a life dedicated to ...read more

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    Overcoming Life's Storms SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
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     | 1,220 views

    When we choose to believe in falsehoods over God's truth, we encounter difficulties. Never cease praying and believing until you've sought God's guidance.

    One of the greatest battles we face in life is the battle against spiritual slumber. When we are spiritually asleep, we become vulnerable to the attacks of the enemy. Just as physical sleep can leave us unaware of our surroundings, spiritual sleep can blind us to the schemes of the devil. In this ...read more

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    Overcoming Life's Delays SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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     | 4,095 views

    This sermon explores the reasons behind delays in life's journey and offers biblical solutions to overcome them.

    Destiny is closely tied to time, and it is the primary target of the devil. Satan doesn't attack you because of your past; he troubles you because of your future. His goal is to delay you, as prolonged delay can lead to destruction. However, it will not be too late for you to overcome this delay ...read more

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    Overcoming Life's Challenges SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,066 views

    Are you tired of the devil meddling with your life, your family, your finances, and your faith? Jesus says, 'Enough Is Enough!' Are you exhausted from the cycle of drugs, alcohol, unstable relationships, or job hopping? Jesus provides the answer and the way out.

    Have you ever felt tired of the devil messing with you, your family, your finances, and your faith? Jesus is saying, "Enough Is Enough!" Have you ever been tired of using drugs, alcohol, or constantly seeking new relationships or jobs? Well, Jesus understands that feeling too. Matthew 4:1-11 (NIV) ...read more

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    Overcoming Hidden Obstacles SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,209 views

    Strategies for Spiritual Battles

    Hidden curses are the most troublesome and difficult to deal with. Many people are unaware of the foundational curses that have been silently affecting their lives since birth. These hidden curses are the wicked weapons used by the devil to torment and hinder us. However, by reversing these hidden ...read more

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    Overcoming Hell's Gates SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 843 views

    Christ builds His church and Satan cannot prevail because he does not have the right. The church has the authority to defeat Satan.

    Jesus said, "On this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it" (Matthew 16:18, NIV). In biblical times, city gates were fortified to protect against enemy armies. The gates were the only entrance to the city, and anyone who wanted to enter had to seek permission from ...read more

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    Overcoming Fear With Faith SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,093 views

    Fear can paralyze us, both as individuals and as a church. God, however, calls us to transition from fear to faith.

    Fear can have a paralyzing effect on churches and individual Christians, hindering their growth and effectiveness. However, God desires for us to transition from fear to faith. In this sermon, we will explore the effects of fear, how it hinders our love for God, creates a spirit of slavery, and ...read more

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    Overcoming The Spirit Of Offence

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 26, 2025
     | 409 views

    Offence is a spiritual snare that Satan uses to trap God’s people. It creeps in subtly, but its consequences are severe: broken relationships, spiritual dryness, delayed destiny, and emotional pain.

    OVERCOMING THE SPIRIT OF OFFENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 17:1 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 18:19, Matthew 24:10, Hebrews 12:14-15, 2 Corinthians 2:10-11, Ephesians 4:31-32 INTRODUCTION: Offence is one of the enemy’s most effective weapons against believers. Jesus warned in Luke ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Overcoming The Giant Of Worry Series

    Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on Jul 5, 2025
     | 573 views

    Friends, we live in a world filled with uncertainties and challenges. It’s easy to find ourselves overwhelmed by worry. Yet Jesus offers us a path to peace. In Matthew 6:25-27, He gently invites us to trust God over our anxious thoughts.

    Overcoming the Giant of Worry Terry Cavanaugh Overcoming Your Giants / Matthew 6:25–27 SERMON SUBTITLE: “Winning Over Worry” Matthew 6:25 “For this reason I say to you, do not be worried about your life, as to what you will eat or what you will drink; nor for your body, as to what you will put ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist