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  • Chris Hodges avatar

    Persevering In Trials And Temptations

    Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 28, 2003
    based on 55 ratings
     | 6,872 views

    To note the value of trials and that Christians, with God, are able to overcome trials and temptations.

    Persevering in Trials and Temptations Text: James 1.1-18 Thesis: To note the value of trials and that Christians, with God, are able to overcome trials and temptations. Introduction: (1) The Book of James: (a) Written by James the brother of Jesus (b) Written to “spiritual ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Don't Worry - Be Happy! Series

    Contributed by Larry Thompson on Sep 9, 2003
    based on 104 ratings
     | 12,044 views

    Message dealling with the biblical principles to help the believer to overcome anxiety in life.

    THE EMOTION QUOTIENT – PART FIVE “DON’T WORRY – BE HAPPY!” PHILIPPIANS 4:6-7 - ©LARRY L. THOMPSON (2003) “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. [7] And the peace of God, which transcends all ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Frustrated Fisherman

    Contributed by Jamey Stewart on Feb 11, 2003
    based on 164 ratings
     | 13,613 views

    This sermon deals with the three steps you can take to overcome frustration

    Text: John 21 Frustrated Fisherman Introduction: A. Seven of the disciples were together at this time. Peter, Thomas, Nathanael, James and John (the sons of Zebedee), and two others whose names are not mentioned. B. Peter decides to go fishing on the lake, and the others ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Tim Gibson avatar

    Called, Chosen And Faithful.

    Contributed by Tim Gibson on Nov 23, 2000
    based on 96 ratings
     | 6,324 views

    This sermon looks at the three stages we must go through to be overcomers.

    (1)INTRODUCTION: This verse shows the three stages a mature Christian, who will appear in the end-times with the Lamb (Jesus), has to go through. In King David we see these three stages. He was CALLED at the age of 17 to be King of all Israel when he was anointed by Samuel in Bethlehem. He was ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Tips From The Great Commission

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Mar 10, 2002
    based on 80 ratings
     | 6,627 views

    The Art and Science of Disciplemaking. How to overcome the tendency to just be a spectator Christian.

    The Art and Science of Disciple-Making Most Christians are content to be spectators instead of becoming obedient disciple-makers. True blessings, power and fulfillment is found in being a multiplying disciple-maker. Let us see how we can think, do and become what the Lord’s will for our life is. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Five Adversaries To Progress

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 22, 2002
    based on 186 ratings
     | 28,179 views

    Learn to overcome the enemies to achieving God’s goals for your life.

    This morning, we will be looking at Philippians, chapter 3, verses 12-14. The passage lends to the New Year so well, that I’m led to believe God wants to help us get off to a great start in 2001. If a title helps you organize your thoughts, the title is "Five Adversaries to Progress." I don’t ...read more

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    Making Fear Disappear

    Contributed by Larry Sarver on Jun 14, 2001
    based on 351 ratings
     | 62,090 views

    An Expository Sermon On Psalm 27 on Dealing With And Overcoming Fear By Focusing On God

    Making Fear Disappear Psalm 27 Pastor Larry Sarver New Life in Christ 1633 SW 34th St. Palm City, FL 34990 561-283-9426 pastorsarver@yahoo.com www.palmcitynewlife.org Illustration: The Pillsbury Dough Boy. Cute. Cuddly. And wanted for attempted murder. Well, not exactly ... A woman in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What To Do When You Have Been Cheated

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,434 views

    Many people struggle to overcome the temptation to take vengeance into their own hands.

    Many people struggle to overcome the temptation to take vengeance into their own hands. However, Paul once wrote, "Do not take revenge, my friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: "It is mine to avenge; I will repay," says the Lord. On the contrary: If your enemy is hungry, feed ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Something On The Inside!

    Contributed by Quinton Williamson on Dec 29, 2003
    based on 66 ratings
     | 19,599 views

    To let the saints know that you shall overcome, because God is able!

    Scripture: 1John 4:4 Topic: Something on the inside! “But ye’ are of God little children, and have overcome them, because greater is he that is in you than he that is in the world” Intro It was something about this author who wrote both the gospel of John and these epistles, that he knows ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Just Didn't Know

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Oct 30, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,716 views

    We must know who we are in Christ in order to become overcomers.

    October 31, 2004 Morning Worship Text: Revelation 12:7-12 Subject: Satan Thrown Out of Heaven Title: I Just Didn’t Know In case any of you haven’t noticed, I like to preach. The more I do it the more I feel called to do it. And as I preach I go through seasons where I know that I am supposed to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Simple Truth About Temptation Series

    Contributed by Don Jaques on Jul 11, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,389 views

    All Christians can overcome temptation by taking the way out that is provided.

    There’s a real benefit to the ability to resist temptation... especially in the realm of sin. For some, it will be easier than others – but if any of us wants to succeed in our spiritual lives – let alone the rest of our lives – we must come to grips with how to overcome temptation. That’s what ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Pervis Hall avatar

    Your Giant Aint Jack

    Contributed by Pervis Hall on Jan 16, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 4,161 views

    This sermon is designed to help those struggling with seemingly impossible trials overcome.

    In 1947 San Francisco’s Potrero Hill was not only a poor South City neighborhood, it was a real ghetto. That year was the year Oren was born. Rickets, a poverty-related disease actually caused by malnutrition, was Oren’s major problem. His vitamin-mineral deficient diet caused his bones to soften. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Breaking Free From The Fence Of Offense

    Contributed by Joe Overholt on Nov 11, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 16,864 views

    Identify what an offense is, and how to overcome the offense once it comes.

    Breaking Free from the Fence of Offence Foundational Text: Act 24:16 And herein do I exercise myself, to have always a conscience void of offence toward God, and toward men. (AMP) Therefore I always exercise and discipline myself [mortifying my body, deadening my carnal affections, bodily ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How To Find Strength In A Time Of Crisis (Acts - Part 8) Series

    Contributed by Jeff Christopherson on Jan 15, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,981 views

    overcoming the destructive myths and finding strength in life’s toughest seasons...

    how to find strength in a time of crisis Acts Series: “Completely Irreligious, Yet Radically Christian” Part 8 Pastor Jeff Christopherson March 2, 2003 Acts 4:23-31 I. Three Devastating Myths about Troubles: Myth #1: God’s children are immune to crises. Truth: The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Justifiable Homicide

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Jan 15, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 2,957 views

    Using Paul’s design to victory through overcoming the desire of the flesh.

    Scripture: Galatians 5:24 Title: “Justifiable Homicide” Introduction: This portion of Scripture demands explaining. This verse could be, at the very least, perplexing without an explanation. “THOSE WHO BELONG TO CHRIST” – What does this mean? · The Church has been bought with the blood of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal