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  • Jim Butcher avatar

    I Would Help, But. . .

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 21, 2004
    based on 56 ratings
     | 3,123 views

    This message examines 10 excuses seen in the parable of the Good Samaritan that we need to overcome in order to serve as God desires us to.

    THE LAWYER’S FOCUS (AND OUR’S TOO): - “Sure, I’m willing to help. . . when it’s convenient for me.” - v. 29. - helping within the family/helping with a friend/helping in a tear-jerking situation/helping at Christmas. - his question presumes that “some are my neighbors and some aren’t.” - ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    How To Starve Your Fears To Death Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 28, 2004
    based on 54 ratings
     | 9,226 views

    Overcome fears by trusting the One who has given us a spirit of (1) power, of (2) love and of (3)a sound mind.

    Fear is a reality of life. It is true for believers and anyone else. We are talking about phobias - fears of height, fears of cockroaches, lizards, etc. We’re talking about FEARS that cripple us, that prevent us from doing what God wants us to do, that keep us from living a normal life. So ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Mike Gilbert avatar

    Conquering The Challenges Of Life Series

    Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jun 19, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,098 views

    Message #4 in series, "Pursuing Victory." How to "beat the Emmaus Road Blues," how to overcome the challenges life brings our way.

    Series: Pursuing Victory Message #3: Conquering the Challenges Of Life" -- How To Overcome Disappointment, Despair, and Depression Luke 24:17 -- "And (Jesus) said to them, ’What are these words that you are exchanging with one another as you are walking?’ And they stood still, looking ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Matherlee avatar

    The Devil Made Me Do It Series

    Contributed by Brian Matherlee on May 21, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,699 views

    Part 3 in temptation series. This installment deals with the tactics Satan uses to come against our minds and how we resist and overcome.

    AN APPLE A DAY The Temptations We Face Part 3, The Devil Made Me Do It James 4:7 May 14, 2006 Pastor Brian Matherlee In the movie, On Golden Pond, a man, played by Dabney Coleman is speaking with a Ethel at a dock. Ethel is the mother of the woman he likes. He puts one foot on a boat and ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Larry Thompson avatar

    The Test Of Leadership Series

    Contributed by Larry Thompson on Mar 8, 2003
    based on 239 ratings
     | 29,301 views

    The greatest test of any spiritual leader is the test of temptation. In this final message of the eight part series this sermon examines the keys to overcoming temptation.

    LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP – PART EIGHT “THE TEST OF LEADERSHIP” Matthew 4:1-11 ©Larry L. Thompson (2003) “Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted by the devil. [2] After fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry. [3] The tempter came to him and said, "If you are the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka avatar

    Behold, I Give Unto You Power

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Jan 23, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 27,399 views

    God gave His power to the believer so that he can do exploits for His kingdom with it, and to overcome all the power of darkness.

    BEHOLD, I GIVE UNTO YOU POWER Study Text: Luke 10: 17 – 20. And the seventy returned again with joy, saying, Lord, even the devils are subject unto us through thy name. And he said unto them, I beheld Satan as lightning fall from heaven. Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Dependence (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 7, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,233 views

    Have we been able to identify the obstacles that keep hindering a close relationship with Christ and ask Him to help you to overcome them?

    Opening illustration:  What does a teacher desire from his/her students?  What does a general desire from his soldiers?  What does a ruler desire from his citizens?  What do parents desire from their children? WHAT DOES CHRIST DESIRE FROM US? All these ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Will Say Of The Lord Series

    Contributed by Nieta Lambert on Feb 2, 2013
    based on 8 ratings
     | 16,223 views

    Our words have power and affect not only us and those around us but ultimately whether or not we live an overcoming life as a Christian.

    Slide 1 Slide 2 Our words have power. The old saying, “Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never harm me,” is a bunch of bologna. This saying is really about what others say about us but it is also true about what WE say about ourselves and others. Our words betray our ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • David Owens avatar

    The Near-Sighted Church

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 17, 2011
     | 7,328 views

    In this sermon we look at what causes evangelistic near-sightedness and how to overcome that condition. This sermon is based on an excellent sermon by Dan Williams.

    Introduction: A. I like the story of the policeman who pulled a lady driver over and asked for her license. 1. After looking at her license, he said, “Lady, it says here that you should be wearing glasses.” 2. The woman answered, “Well, I have contacts.” 3. The policeman ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Carl Allen avatar

    The Foes Of Spiritual Growth Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Feb 25, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,766 views

    As Christians we are called to grow in Christ, but we also need to be aware of the foes that are against that growth, so that we may overcome them.

    The Growing Christian Series The Foes of Spiritual Growth 1 Peter 2:1-2 Introduction The words of our text imply that the laying aside of harmful attitudes and evil actions should go hand in hand with the process of spiritual growth. Spiritual growth, like growth in the animal kingdoms, is always ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Papafio avatar

    The Cup I Must Also Drink From

    Contributed by Richard Papafio on Aug 15, 2019
     | 2,815 views

    We as followers of Jesus would surely face persecutions, slander and some form of attacks. We have to pray for strength to endure and overcome

    *May the peace of the Lord be with you* *Topic:* *THE CUP I MUST ALSO DRINK FROM* Philippians 1:29 "For unto you it is given in the behalf of Christ, not only to believe on him, but also to suffer for his sake;" KJV Beloved, Christ came to drink the from the cup of suffering for our ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Benjamin Utomo avatar

    "fear (Part 1): Understanding Godly And Ungodly Fear" Series

    Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Aug 9, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,050 views

    There are two kinds of fear: 1) Godly fear and 2) Ungodly fear. What are they? How to overcome our ungodly fear biblically?

    Today we will begin our sermon series on “The Bible and Emotional Problems.” The first topic we’ll talk about is “Fear,” which will be discussed in two sermons. Psychologists tell us that we are born with two fears: falling and noise, but we soon develop many more. Members of a psychology class ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Wilson Oshorakpor avatar

    Prevaing In The Place Of Prayer

    Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Jan 5, 2022
     | 2,191 views

    Prayer is work. Life is a battle. To overcome problems and challenges in our life's journey, we need to fight on our knees.

    TEXT: Exodus 17:10-13 "So Joshua did as Moses had said to him, and fought with Amalek: and Moses, Aaron, and Hur went up to the top of the hill. And it came to pass, when Moses held up his hand, that Israel prevailed: and when he let down his hand, Amalek prevailed. But Moses' hands were ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The Joy Of The Lord As Your Strength Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 25, 2025
     | 1,400 views

    The joy of the Lord is not just a fleeting emotion, but a deep, abiding strength that empowers believers to endure hardship, remain steadfast in faith, and overcome challenges.

    Title: THE JOY OF THE LORD AS YOUR STRENGTH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Nehemiah 8:10 "Then he said to them, 'Go your way, eat the fat, drink the sweet, and send portions to those for whom nothing is prepared; for this day is holy to our Lord. Do not sorrow, for the joy of the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Obstacles To Sustaining Higher Dimensions Of The Supernatural Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 29, 2025
     | 237 views

    Many believers enter into the supernatural, but certain obstacles can hinder them from sustaining those higher dimensions unless they are identified and overcome.

    OBSTACLES TO SUSTAINING HIGHER DIMENSIONS OF THE SUPERNATURAL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 5:7 Key Verse: “Ye did run well; who did hinder you that ye should not obey the truth?” (Galatians 5:7) Supporting Texts: 1 Thessalonians 5:19; Hebrews 12:1; Matthew 13:22; Revelation ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God