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  • Brian Atwood avatar

    Strength In Small Groups Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jan 29, 2004
    based on 108 ratings
     | 13,428 views

    First step to experiencing the spiritual renewal that overcomes apathy - involvement in a small group.

    Jesus quoted the book of Deuteronomy more than any other source. Over eighty times he referred to its pages. Three times during His temptation in the wilderness He quoted from this book. That in itself should arouse our curiosity about the spiritual wisdom in its pages. When you read the first ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Top Ten: No Other Gods Series

    Contributed by Joe Bedy on Aug 22, 2002
    based on 129 ratings
     | 17,783 views

    Overcoming the competition for things to be number one in our lives through self examination.

    God’s Top 10: Exodus 20:3 August 2002 Joe Bedy Central Christian Church There is a great deal of competition to be NUMERAL UNO in our culture. Just in our advertising alone the lists is endless. For example: Avis/Hertz, Coke/Pepsi, Ford/Chevrolet, UF/FSU The competition in our own lives for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Don't Take Christ Out Of Your Crisis

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on May 2, 2002
    based on 111 ratings
     | 15,045 views

    In this world you will have trouble, but be of good cheer, for Jesus has overcome the world.

    Don’t take Christ out of your crisis. TEXT: John 16:33 In Max Lucado’s book ‘When Christ Comes’ he tells this story. When he was a boy, Max Lucado was a member of the Odessa Boys Choir, and one year the local junior college had asked them to play the roles of the munchkins in their presentation ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Broken Wings Of Faith

    Contributed by Steven Cook on Nov 23, 2000
    based on 154 ratings
     | 9,029 views

    This message teaches of God's grace in helping us overcome setbacks in our faith.

    “Broken Wings of Faith” Mark 9:14-29 By Dr. Steven G. Cook I. Introduction A. Read Text - Mark 9:14-29 B. Jesus, with Peter, James, and John, had been on the Mount of Transfiguration where Jesus had allowed them the privilege of seeing a glimpse of His glory. C. Peter had wanted to build three ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Cole avatar

    The Power Of Sin Series

    Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 10, 2007
    based on 34 ratings
     | 25,504 views

    Sin is powerful and deceptive and will hold a tight reign on you, but we can overcome

    “The Power of Sin” Introduction: Does anyone struggle to live the Christian life? Do you ever look at the Scriptures and see that your life just doesn’t match? Do you ever wonder if the Christian life really can work? Do ever feel like you do things that you really do not want to do? Do you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Narnia: A Deeper Magic Series

    Contributed by Roy Carter on Dec 12, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 2,725 views

    Sermon is about how God’s Grace has overcome the judment of the Law

    A Deeper Magic Ephesians 1:4 Introduction: Changing The Rules In the movie Superman 2 Superman and Lois Lane decided that they’re in love, so Superman chooses to give up his super powers in order to marry Lois Lane. He is warned in advance that if he surrenders his powers he can never have them ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Gene Gregory avatar

    Climbing Out Of The Hole: Winning Over Depression & Discouragement

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Oct 4, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 9,976 views

    Message addresses several causes of discouragement & several biblical steps to overcoming it.

    CLIMBING OUT OF THE HOLE: WINNING OVER DISCOURAGEMENT “‘The paper guy’s here!’ Every Monday morning a cashier at Eckerd’s drugstore greets me with these words. A manager gives her a key and she fishes $3 and change from a cash drawer and pays me for copies of the Kansas City Star sold the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "the Exorcist"

    Contributed by Dwight Davis on May 31, 2002
    based on 125 ratings
     | 7,725 views

    A sermon revealing the "spiritual forces of evil" and how to overcome them.

    “The Exorcist” The title of my sermon this morning comes from perhaps the most memorable horror movie of all time. It premiered in 1973 and is due out again September of this year. The movie is entitled simply “The Exorcist.” Although I don’t think I’ve seen this entire ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    What Is The Fruit Of Anger?

    Contributed by Monte Robinson on Sep 4, 2003
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,815 views

    Give your congregation the tools they need to spot, control, and overcome anger in their lives.

    Introduction: A time when I was very angry... I. Let’s take a look at two types of anger scenarios: A. One type is when we, are being petty 1. These are misunderstandings; someone has a bad tone of voice; someone takes their bad day out on us, someone messes with our pet peeves, or we don’t get ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Turning Tests Into Testimonies

    Contributed by Nate Barbour on Sep 5, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 14,769 views

    Learn how to overcome in any situation and turn your test into a testimony of victory!

    Turning Tests into Testimonies How to Overcome in Any Situation 9/03/03 I. Introduction One year there was a terrible flood that deluged a small midwestern town located in a valley between two rivers. Both rivers had overflowed their banks and the rains continued to fall day and night. There was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Deceived

    Contributed by Jb Hall on Jun 29, 2011
     | 11,828 views

    This sermon will help you identify dangerous deceptions, expose them, and overcome them.

    Deceived Matthew 7:13 – 27 By: JB Hall Introduction: Everyone hates to be deceived; to think something to be true, or real, or genuine, only to find out it is not, that you have been deceived. Deception is not only disappointing; it can be very destructive, depending on the type of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Keith Peters avatar

    Complete Healing

    Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 5, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,887 views

    Uses the story of Naaman to discuss the hindrances to spiritual and relational healing that must be overcome.

    7 Dips in a Dirty Pool 2 Kings 5 INTRODUCTION: This familiar story is an excellent illustration of the need of every human being for spiritual healing, and the things that hinder us from that healing. NOTICE NAAMAN’S: 1. POSITON. Vs 1 He was a man of: A. AUTHORITY: The Captain of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jarvis Ellis avatar

    Facing Giants With Nothing But Stones

    Contributed by Jarvis Ellis on Oct 13, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 42,240 views

    This sermon deals with overcoming the many obstacles that often stand in the way of our blessings!

    Facing Giants With Nothing But Stones SCRIPTURE: " And he took his staff in his hand, and chose him five smooth stones out of the brook, and put them in a shepherd's bag which he had, even in a scrip; and his sling was in his hand: and he drew near to the Philistine." 1 Samuel ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Light Beam On Dark Paths

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,297 views

    The power of the Word of God in a believer's life can help overcome the tactics of the devil.

    Psalms 119:105-112 KJV Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. [106] I have sworn, and I will perform it, that I will keep thy righteous judgments. [107] I am afflicted very much: quicken me, O LORD, according unto thy word. [108] Accept, I beseech thee, the freewill ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Spirit-Filled Service For Christ Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 20, 2009
     | 5,424 views

    We are called to serve those inside and outside the church and to overcome evil with good.

    Romans 12:9-21 “Spirit-filled Service for Christ” INTRODUCTION We come to the end of our focus on Desert Streams’ mission statement. I hope that these four Sundays have help clarify Desert Streams’ mission to you, and has also helped you to perceive how the resurrection of Jesus Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran