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  • Jamey Stewart avatar

    Frustrated Fisherman

    Contributed by Jamey Stewart on Feb 11, 2003
    based on 164 ratings
     | 13,662 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

  • John Lowe avatar

    The Herods Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 26, 2022
     | 2,195 views

    In regard to overcoming sin, what should be your aim as a Christian? You should aim to overcome each and every temptation that you encounter, knowing that you have been given the grounds and the means to overcome such temptations,

    The Herods During my study of the Herods, I realized that many people get confused about who "Herod" is in the Bible. This is not surprising since there are six different "Herods" in the New ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Coz von avatar

    Unfair, Trying So Hard, I Fail To Overcome, Will I Loose My Crown?

    Contributed by Coz Von on Jul 23, 2015
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,131 views

    Will God be able to say “good and faithful servant” to a weakling like me? When were not growing your dying - We grow a lot, At some point, will I stop growing and fall away? I am concerned.

    Unfair, trying so hard, I fail to overcome, will I loose my Salvation? will God be able to say “good and faithful servant” to a weakling like me? When were not growing your dying - We grow a lot, At some point, will I stop growing and fall away? I am concerned. We are on this narrow ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Sam McCormick avatar

    Elijah's Crisis

    Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Dec 1, 2020
     | 8,495 views

    The pandemic seems to go on forever. Instead of getting better, Covid is getting worse. Many are becoming discouraged and depressed because of lockdowns and other guidelines that give us limited mobility.

    Note: I developed a simple set of homemade PowerPoint slides that I used in presenting this sermon. They're not fancy or professional quality, and for this sermon there were only as small number of slides (most of which are maps), but if you're interested in having the PowerPoint file I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Edward Hardee avatar

    God's Purpose And Cause Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jul 17, 2022
     | 2,599 views

    Looking at the story of David and Goliath. How to overcome giants.

    Title: 5 Smooth Stones Theme: To show 5 things David did to overcome the giant. 5 teachings of the faith that are important. Text: 1 Samuel 17:26 - 36 1 Samuel 17:26-36 Then David spoke to the men who stood by him, saying, "What shall be done for the man who kills this Philistine and takes ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Mark Elkins avatar

    Defeating Depression Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Mark Elkins on Mar 13, 2003
    based on 48 ratings
     | 4,445 views

    Depression is not a spirit of God. Therefore it can be overcome! The first step in overcoming depression is identifying it in our lives. Can you say, "No more cave dwelling for me!"?

    “Depression is anger turned inward” (Marilyn Appelbaum). Children become depressed when the have unresolved anger in their lives. They have to develop the skills to deal with anger in a healthy way. Let me give you an example. Susie came home from school dirty. Mom and Dad had a hard day at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Opperman avatar

    Don’t Lose Your Mind Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 10, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 11,622 views

    Keeping a salvation mindset will protect us from distraction, disorientation, and discouragement as we keep our eyes on the prize.

    Don’t Lose Your Mind Ephesians 6:13-17 13 Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. 14 Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    When You Feel Like Quitting

    Contributed by William Mouser on Feb 26, 2006
    based on 27 ratings
     | 8,710 views

    Jesus’ transfiguration is recorded in the gospels to embolden the disciples and their converts down the ages, as they face discouragement on the way to God’s Kingdom.

    Psalm 27, 1 Kings 19:9-18, 2 Peter 1:16-21, Mark 9:2-9 When you feel like quitting On July 4, 1952, a young woman named Florence Chadwick waded into the water off Catalina Island. She was setting out to swim the channel from the island to the California coast. This was no novice undertaking. ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • John Harvey avatar

    Pride Series

    Contributed by John Harvey on Jan 31, 2007
    based on 20 ratings
     | 10,799 views

    The danger of pride and how to overcome it.

    Confessions of a Pastor “Pride” February 4, 2007 Pride can get you into trouble. (Racing Melanie) Pride is dangerous to us and displeasing to God. When we are filled with pride, it has several effects on our lives: 1) Pride cheapens Christ in our lives. 2) Pride damages ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Al Lowe avatar

    Faith Is The Victory

    Contributed by Al Lowe on May 25, 2003
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,136 views

    Those born of God overcome the world

    1 John 5:1-6 PROPOSITION: Whoever is born of God overcomes the world. OBJECTIVE: To live in faith. The Gospel of John and the 3 epistles of John remind the reader that from the beginning, the word of God has become flesh in Jesus Christ. And as in life, this revelation, God’s word, does not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Hill avatar

    Up The Creek Without A Paddle Series

    Contributed by David Hill on Jul 8, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,385 views

    Overcoming the obstacles to share your faith.

    Up the Creek without a Paddle Matthew 4:19 I ONCE LIVE IN SOUTHWEST FLORIDA…THE BREEZE OF THE GULF…THE SOUND OF THE OCEAN COMING TO SHORE…TOPICAL FLOWERS & TREES IT WAS PARADISE! IT WAS THERE I MET A MAN NAME DON JACKSON A PREACHER WHO HAD RETIRED & LOVED TO FISH. ONE DAY HE INVITED ME TO GO ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Christopherson avatar

    The Character Challenge Part Ii Series

    Contributed by Jeff Christopherson on Dec 23, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 2,427 views

    How to overcome my character weaknesses

    The Character Challenge (part 2) I. the impact of character (review…) 1. I can never ________ ____________ my character. 2. Looking at my character strengths reveals my ____________. 3. Looking at my character weaknesses reveals my _________. II. how to overcome my character weaknesses: 1. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Andy Grossman avatar

    "Where To Do When You're Hopeless, Helpless And Haggard"

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jun 24, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,088 views

    Direction and Encouragement for overcoming sin and addictions

    "Where to Do When You’re Hopeless, Helpless and Haggard" "Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the good news of the kingdom, and healing every disease and sickness among the people. News about him spread all over Syria, and people brought to him all who were ill ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Ken Sauer avatar

    "A Cinderella Story"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 25, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 6,430 views

    Obstacles can only be overcome by faith.

    1 Samuel 17:1a, 4-11, 19-23, 32-49 Mark 4:35-41 “A Cinderella Story” Certainly the Bible makes it quite clear that God’s power is able to come out of the so-called “least of these,” and therefore anyone of us can do mighty things for God through faith! And the story of David defeating the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Dana Chau avatar

    Sources Of Self-Righteousness

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Nov 20, 2003
    based on 57 ratings
     | 24,014 views

    Discover solutions to overcoming self-righteousness

    We return to our study in Job this morning. If for no other reason, one Sunday each month, we need to be reminded that God’s people are not immune to suffering and confusion in life. Furthermore, the book of Job gives Christians permission to vent, to cry, to grieve, to be angry, and to be ...read more

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