Sermons on Overcoming Delays:

Overcoming The Thieves Of Joy

Contributed by Austin W. Duncan on Jun 15, 2022

It’s through the peace of God that our hearts and minds are guarded from anxiety and worry. When we pursue a conscious rejection of all that is not consistent with the mind of Christ, we begin to experience more exalted thoughts.

A Desire for Unity "Therefore, my brothers, whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm thus in the Lord, my beloved. I entreat Euodia and I entreat Syntyche to agree in the Lord. Yes, I ask you also, true companion, help these women, who have labored side by side with me in the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming The Evil Decree

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Jan 20, 2020

The future is filled with possibilities both good and evil. There may be some very unpleasant things ahead for you that you can avoid as Jesus taught in Mt 24:20,21. We will examine a very clear example of overcoming the evil decree found in the book of Esther.

Overcoming The Evil Decree I want to begin by explaining what I mean by an evil decree. An evil decree is something painful and hurtful that may or may not happen unless you take action to stop it. Shortly I will show exactly that from the biblical book of Esther. But as a little background ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:20-21, Esther 3:7-11, John 16:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Overcome Doubt

Contributed by Daniel Whetstine on Apr 2, 2020

Why do we doubt? let's look at some of the reasons why we shouldn't doubt.

Doubts are going to come into your mind. --With doubt comes discouragement and with discouragement comes depression --Examples: John the Baptist----Disciple Thomas --Some times we. as God's men, doubt --Sometimes we need reassurance --Everything will not go our way --Every prayer will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Anxiety And Worry

Contributed by Richard Wayne Wiggins on Jul 31, 2016

In these two verses God gives us a formula to practice to overcome anxiety and worry. Four words that begin with the letter R will help you to learn to have peace even when circumstances are not peaceful. Realize, Reach, Release and Rest.

I. Realize (v. 6) "Be anxious for nothing" We must first come to the place that we know that we are anxious. The Bible says our hearts are deceptive. Sometimes we do not know what is bothering us. Some people show anger. Some get depressed. Underlying these emotions might be anxiety and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: *other

Overcoming The Pride Of Life Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 29, 2016

In Jesus' second temptation we learn that to overcome the pride of life we must place our full trust in God the Father no matter what the circumstances are.

OVERCOMING THE PRIDE OF LIFE Matthew 4:1-11 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Ever since creation Satan has been tempting humanity to sin against God. When going through the wilderness experiences of aloneness, physical or emotional pain, prepare oneself to be tempted ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Our Reluctance Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 12, 2017

Gideon was an unlikely candidate to lead Israel against the Midianites, but God often uses the weak and inadequate. Our service to Him is not dependent upon our wisdom or ability, but it must rely on the Lord through faith.

Overcoming our Reluctance Judges 6: 11-16 Living the Christian life isn’t always easy. In fact, we are often forced to deal with difficulties and struggles. At times we surrender to defeat and feel as if we lack the ability to overcome. I am sure we have all dealt with moments of insecurity, ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-16, Judges 7:7

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Evil With Good Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 14, 2022

Overcoming evil with good must be motivated and empowered by my identity in Christ

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming The Bitter Root

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 3, 2022

Bitterness arises from failing to forgive someone who has wronged you. It comes from clinging to bad memories or hurtful experiences from the past and not letting them go. Many times bitterness will give rise to vengeance.

Our sermon this morning is entitled, “Overcoming the Bitter Root.” Bitterness can be defined as harboring resentment and unforgiveness in our heart toward another person. Bitterness is also defined as, “extreme enmity,” “a grudge,” or “hatred.”(1) The meaning of the word bitter itself is, “sharp ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

How To Overcome Worry

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 2, 2022

With all that is going on in the world there are many things for people to worry about.

Some of these things are the usual things we face daily. They deal with... • Relationships. • The economy. • Health. • Schools. • Neighborhood crime. • Job security, etc. There are so many things we can worry about today if we choose to do so. Illus: This reminds me of the story of the man who ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

How To Overcome Temptation

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 2, 2022

All sincere Christians have some things in common. One thing is that they all want to live a life that is pleasing to the Lord.

They also have to contend with the devil’s throwing every temptation he can throw at them every day to try to keep them from pleasing the Lord. It is a scriptural fact, as long as we live in these mortal bodies we will have to contend with this. WHY IS THIS A PROBLEM? Because, every Christian ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

How To Overcome Sin

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 2, 2022

Years ago a newspaper reporter asked then Governor of Arkansas, William Jefferson Clinton,

who was seeking to get the nomination of the democratic party to be the next candidate for president of the United States, this question, “Sir, it has been stated that you have had many adulterous relationships, is this true, or not true?” Mr. Clinton, with anger in his voice for being asked such ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 32:23

Denomination: Baptist

How To Overcome Fear

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 2, 2022

Most Christians enjoy reading passages of scripture that bring comfort to our hearts during difficult times.

A very favorite passage of scripture of mine is Isaiah 41:10. We read, “Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.” These are comforting words. Notice, five ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10

Denomination: Baptist

How To Overcome Anger

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 2, 2022

This message, on anger, probably applies to all of us at one time or other. Today’s society seems to have much anger in it.

For example... 1. WE SEE ANGER IN OUR HOMES. We see much anger about significant and insignificant things. Some people have so much anger inside them there is nothing anyone could do to please them. Illus: This reminds me of the husband who was always angry and hard to please. One morning ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-27

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming The Spirit Of Heaviness. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 27, 2024

The spirit of heaviness is a malevolent entity that seeks to weigh us down, causing emotional and spiritual pain.

The spirit of heaviness is a malevolent entity that seeks to weigh us down, causing emotional and spiritual pain. It is a manifestation of Satan's power, and its presence can be felt in various aspects of our lives. In this Sermon, we will explore the spirit of heaviness, its signs and ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:13

Overcoming The Spirit Of Death. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 28, 2024

Today, we gather to address a critical issue that affects us all is the Spirit of Death

Today, we gather to address a critical issue that affects us all is the Spirit of Death. This malevolent entity seeks to destroy our lives, our hope, and our faith. But we have good news: Jesus Christ has provided us with weapons to overcome the Spirit of Death and live a victorious life. Weapons ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:11, Hebrews 4:12, 1 John 5:4