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  • Tim Smith avatar

    Overcoming Stress Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 25, 2016
     | 15,816 views

    Stress. It can take a toll on us physically. In 1900, the top 10 killers were infectious diseases. By the turn of the 21st century, the top 10 killers were all related to stress. So how do we not live with stress but overcome it?

    Overcoming Stress II Corinthians 4:8-9 A woman took her husband to the doctor’s office. After his checkup, the doctor said, "Your husband is suffering from a very serious infection brought on by stress." The husband was hard of hearing said, "What did he say?" His wife answered, "He says ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Overcoming Unbelief

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Aug 22, 2022
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     | 1,811 views

    We see that God speaks highly of a man named Caleb that he would be the only one to enter into the Promised Land which God promised he would give to him and his descendants. Not only did Caleb receive commendation from God, there was a promise of God’s blessing on his descendants too.

    For today’s meditation we will look at Deuteronomy 1:36, “Only Caleb son of Jephunneh will enter it. He has remained faithful to me, and I will give him and his descendants the land that he has explored.'” (GNB) A background about Caleb We see that God speaks highly of a man named Caleb that ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Overcoming Faith

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Dec 16, 2012
     | 16,331 views

    How to have victory in your faith walk.

    “Overcoming Faith” 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. To start today’s message I’m going to make a statement that I hope that you agree with but whether you do or not it is still ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Overcome At Last

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 26, 2021
     | 3,210 views

    We walk in perilous days... the lesson of Jacob's words over his son Gad are powerful. Jacob declared Gad may have been knocked down, but his tribe would arise in victory as conquerors.

    OVERCOMER AT LAST… BY Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com John 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. Can we accept there is an OVERCOMER’S PEACE and JOY? ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Overcoming Discouragement Series

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on May 19, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 7,102 views

    A look at Elijah’s experience of discouragement and how he was led to renewal

    1 Kings 19:1-8;12-14 Purpose Statement: We need to return to the Bread of Life for renewal and encouragement. Background: Elijah runs for his life to the southern most city in Judah-Beersheba. Beersheba was named by Abraham (Gen 21:31) when his servants dug wells there and means “well of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Overcoming Faith

    Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Jul 5, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,468 views

    What it means to have Faith.

    “An Overcoming Faith!” 6/24/2007 – Marsing, ID 2/10/2008 – Marsing, ID Heb 11:6 “6But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.” “6Empero sin fe es imposible agradar á Dios; porque ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Overcoming Temptation Series

    Contributed by Jason Cole on Nov 26, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 18,905 views

    How can we withstand the temptation which we face on a daily basis?

    Overcoming Temptation Introduction: A mother told her son not to go swimming. However, when he came into the house his mother noticed that his hair and bathing suit were wet. "I told you not to go swimming," the boy’s mother scolded. "I couldn’t help it mom," he defended himself. "The water looked ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Overcoming Fear

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Sep 20, 2020
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     | 16,630 views

    The pandemic has caused us to be fearful of some things. We may be fearful of catching the virus, whether or not my business will stay afloat, etc. This week our church was broken into; that was a scary situation. So what can help us overcome our fears?

    OVERCOMING FEAR It’s been said that everybody is afraid of something; whether it be heights, spiders, the dark or something else. If you Google phobias you’ll see that people can be afraid of just about anything. Having a fear or phobia is debilitating. You have TV shows like Fear Factor, where ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Overcoming Guilt Series

    Contributed by Stephen Collins on Jan 6, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,022 views

    Part 13 of "Being the Church," focusing on the terrible power guilt has over many of our lives and how God overcomes guilt with the power of His grace.

    Stephen N. Collins Millville – 09/05/08 Being the Church Overcoming Guilt Scripture: Acts 23:1-23, 1 Timothy 1:12-15 Icebreaker: A wedding guest bubbled over with accolades to the bride as she passed through the receiving line. She said, “Oh, you look so lovely, my dear. I’m so pleased that ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Overcoming Temptation Series

    Contributed by Archie Norman on Jul 14, 2014
     | 4,225 views

    A study into the Book of James

    Overcoming Temptation James 1:12-15 I. Purpose of Temptation A. drawn away - from the plan of God B. lust - a natural desire taken to extreme C. entice - bait a hook II. Promises for temptation A. Hebrews 2:18 - The Lord is sensitive to our temptation B. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Overcoming Pride

    Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Aug 27, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 13,424 views

    The only way to overcome pride is to seek to be exalted by God rather than man. In this sermon we will see: I. The Problem of Pride II. The Place of the Humble III. The Praise Of God

    Overcoming Pride Luke 14: 7-11 By Chris Nerreau Prayer / Read The Text: Father God we come to you not good but yours, not whole but broken and not faithful but seeking you. Father in you there is no deceit, no false hope and grace that extends to us even in our times of unbelief. It is my prayer ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • Pat Cook avatar

    Overcoming Obstacles Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Jul 22, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 17,374 views

    11th in long series on Joshua. This speaks of conquering our own obstacles (like Jericho), even though sometimes God’s commands seem foolish or wasteful.

    Joshua 6:1-27 – Overcoming Obstacles There is a story told of ancient times. Once upon a time, a king had a boulder placed on a roadway. Then he hid himself and watched to see if anyone would remove the huge rock. Some of the king’s wealthiest merchants and courtiers came by and simply walked ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Adams avatar

    Overcoming Unbelief

    Contributed by Rick Adams on Mar 23, 2002
    based on 124 ratings
     | 31,509 views

    Unbelief can hinder God’s people from experiencing fulfillment in their predetermined destiny. So how do we overcome it?

    NOTE: My manuscripts are basically my thoughts on paper. Typically, I use them as a guide, not verbatim. Very rarely do I preach my message exactly the way I wrote it. If you would like to hear the message preached, please visit Abundant Life Fellowship’s multimedia page at ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    Grasshoppers Or Overcomers?

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 2, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,269 views

    This message discusses the consequences of a negative attitude by looking at a huge mistake made by the Israelites. A positive attitude, or faith, is the very thing that will carry us into receiving what God intends for our life.

    I remember one time walking into a Cracker Barrel restaurant and seeing on a shelf in their Country Store a book called Worst-Case Scenarios. When I first saw this book I thought it was sad that someone could make money by selling a book that contained people’s worst nightmares. I wondered who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Nolan avatar

    Overcoming Discouragement

    Contributed by Dennis Nolan on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 311 ratings
     | 25,544 views

    Text 1 Samuel 30 v 6 David found strength in the Lord his God Having been a preacher now for well over half of my life it would be wonderful to stand before a congregation and say that one always preaches or lives life from the point of view of victory.

    Text 1 Samuel 30 v 6 David found strength in the Lord his God Having been a preacher now for well over half of my life it would be wonderful to stand before a congregation and say that one always preaches or lives life from the point of view of victory. That would however be untrue. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist