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  • JM Raja Lawrence avatar

    Ichabod: Where Is The Glory? Series

    Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,142 views

    In the story of "Ichabod: Where is the Glory?" we explore God's presence, human frailty, and His enduring faithfulness. It's a journey from despair to restoration, revealing God's unchanging love.

    Ichabod: Where is the Glory? Introduction: In our study of the book of Samuel, we come across a tragic event that signifies the departure of the glory of God from His people. The story of the Ark of the Covenant and its capture by the Philistines reveals the consequences of sin and disobedience. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The God Of Hope

    Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Jul 21, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,384 views

    Hope is God's gift to the believer. The fact is that God Almighty put you on this earth with a specific purpose. You have a divine destiny that no one else on this planet can achieve but you.

    Hope is God's gift to the believer. David writes in Psalms 42:5, "Hope though in God". Say that with me. "Hope thou in God". Jeremiah writes, "For I know the plans I have for you," saith the Lord, "They are plans for good, plans to give you a future and a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Words Have Power/ Don’t Babel

    Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Jun 4, 2022
     | 2,363 views

    We all grow as disciples of Jesus Christ, enlarging our understanding of the church and the faith. And then maybe we can overcome Babel by speaking one in Christ on this Pentecost Sunday.

    This text is offered as an alternative First Reading for the Day of Pentecost, with the instructions that if it is chosen, then Acts 2:1-21 gets used as the Second Reading. Certainly, there have been connections made between Genesis 11:1-9 and Acts 2:1-21, with people understanding God’s gift of ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Stolen Victories

    Contributed by James May on Jun 27, 2002
    based on 30 ratings
     | 6,976 views

    After we have overcome difficulties and reached the mountaintop in our walk with the Lord, that’s the time to be on guard against sin.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • James May avatar

    The Power Of Perfect Love

    Contributed by James May on Apr 24, 2002
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,897 views

    Perfect love casts out fear. Peter’s love for the Lord helped him to overcome his fear of the wind and waves.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Why Jesus Wants Every Believer Involved In Helping To Plant And Grow His Church

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 21 ratings
     | 3,589 views

    1. Jesus gave believers a promise when He said, "I will build my church and the gates of hell will not overcome it.

    1. Jesus gave believers a promise when He said, "I will build my church and the gates of hell will not overcome it." (Matt. 16:18) Christ is actively working to help people plant and grow His church in every nation of the world. The Lord knows that His body will have the greatest opportunity to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Don't Be Afraid Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 3, 2001
    based on 191 ratings
     | 44,210 views

    In this message we will learn from Elisha and his servant how to overcome fear. (Real People True Stories - part three)

    "DON’T BE AFRAID" TEXT II KINGS 6:8- 23 On summer night during a severe thunderstorm a mother was tucking her small son into bed. She was about to turn the light off when he asked in a trembling voice, "Mommy, will you stay with me all night?" Smiling the mother ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Up With Faith, Down With Walls Series

    Contributed by Ken Alford on Nov 25, 2001
    based on 17 ratings
     | 7,436 views

    TRUSTING THE LORD HELPS PEOPLE OVERCOME OBSTACLES. Here are two sets of consideration about the correlation between people, walls, and faith.

    November 27,1994 --PM UP WITH FAITH, DOWN WITH WALLS Hebrews 11:30-31 INTRO: Jericho was a city which had been promised to Israel by God Himself. Joshua¡¦s job was to take the city, but a large, imposing wall hindered progress. So many would face the wall and believe it impossible to conquer. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Keeping Away From Your Delilah

    Contributed by Fernando Cabrera on Oct 27, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 6,238 views

    Everyman’s battle is the lust of the eye. In this sermon you will learn the principles in overcoming on of man’s weakest areas of his life.

    Keep away from your Delilah Dr. Fernando Cabrera Judges 16:4-22 Delilah means lit. “the weak one or the longing one”. There are woman in some men’s life that when they are around them they make them feel like “the weak one”. There are certain women in men’s life that are like kryptonite, they sap ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Christian Way To Punish Your Enemies

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Feb 7, 2003
    based on 69 ratings
     | 7,601 views

    The Christian not only pleases God when "he overcomes evil with good" but the Christian way for dealing with wrong is infinitely more effective.

    THE CHRISTIAN WAY TO PUNISH YOUR ENEMIES “If your enemy is hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he is thirsty give him water to drink. For so you will heap coals of fire on his head and the Lord will reward you.” Proverbs 25: 21-22 We often hear people talk about “getting even with their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preserving Power For God's People

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Oct 15, 2003
    based on 45 ratings
     | 12,360 views

    No people whose guardian is Jehovah God can be overcome while they are actively serving and obeying Him, for God preserves His people.

    Preserving Power For God?s People Text: Ps.34: 7; I John 4: 4b; II Kings 6: 15-16 Intro: The biblical accounts of God?s miracles performed through Elijah and Elisha are some of the most extraordinary and exciting found in the pages of God?s Word. The account under consideration today, Elisha ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ken Harris avatar

    "Go On"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Aug 13, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,275 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to OVERCOME their fears and frustrations through their obedience, and faith in God’s WORD and God’s POWER.

    14 August 2005 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris CP Walker’s Multicultural Gospel Service, Taegu Korea BIG IDEA: GOD HAS A WILL FULL OF BLESSINGS FOR EACH OF US THAT REQUIRES US TO STRUGGLE NOW - with fears, frustrations, and faith - IN ORDER TO FULLY APPRECIATE ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Defeating Temptation Series

    Contributed by David Beirne on Aug 19, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,058 views

    Part 2, if we are going to obtain the dream God gives us, we must overcome temptation lest it destroy that dream.

    Joseph: One Man Makes A Difference Part 2: Defeating Temptation Genesis 39:1-20, James 1:14-21 If there’s one thing that will keep us from achieving the dream God has for our lives, it’s scandal. We love to read about scandal, but rest assured they are a nightmare for the participants. What can we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James May avatar

    Victim Or Victor

    Contributed by James May on Sep 7, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 8,166 views

    We can choose to either be a victim of the hurricane Katrina disaster, or we can choose to overcome our circumstances and be a victor in Christ.

    Victim or Victor? By Pastor Jim May 1 John 5:4, "For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith." It is hard to write a sermon based upon anything else but the disaster from hurricane Katrina right now. I don’t apologize for ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Tom Fuller avatar

    Opposition - Guide Or Goad? Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 18, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,210 views

    Are you aware of the tricks the enemy will use to keep you from being used by God? Learn what they are and how to overcome them!

    Do you ever do something on a dare? I remember once when I was young and foolish I was dared to fight this bully who was hanging around our swim meet. I bravely pushed out of the crowded circle with my fists up and tried to fight this guy who was obviously much bigger than me. Needless to say, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel