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Learning How To Stop Stress Before It Starts Series

Contributed by Chip Ingram on Jun 11, 2010

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Chip Ingram arms listeners with the biblical methods needed to overcome negative emotions before they become issues in our lives.

I want you to write on the top of your notes, "AQ equals --" this is like algebra -- "AQ equals E," as in Edgar, "plus P," as in Peter, "0 -- times 0426." I wish I had a -- no, I’ll give that to again. Ready? AQ equals E plus P times 0426. AQ is your anger quotient. You know you have an IQ? ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-20

Denomination: *other

You Shall Not Covet Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Sep 7, 2009

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Talks about how to desicern between covetous desire and legitimate desire and how to overcome covetous desire and learn to be content.

You shall not covet What is coveting? Coveting is a desire for something that is excessive or prohibited and has no regard for the rights of others. How do we determine the difference between legitimate desires and coveting? Legitimate desire will not sacrifice people for the thing desired (1 ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Led By The Spirit, Still Tempted

Contributed by Betty Johnson on Sep 22, 2008

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We can repent and believe, but we will never grow if we don’t overcome temptation by God’s Word.

Lead by the Spirit - still tempted Scripture: Matthew 4:1-17 As we start our message this morning, I want you to look at Matthew 3, verse 2. “John said, ‘Change your hearts and lives because the kingdom of heaven is near.’” Jesus’ first message as he began his preaching ministry was the same. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

Gethsemane Series

Contributed by Ben Thomas on Nov 4, 2008

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What took place at Gethsemane - A Believer has some Gethsemane in life and we need to overcome like Jesus did.

A place called Gethsemane. the name of a place at the foot of the Mount of Olives. Gethsemane = “an oil press” Matthew 26:36-38 36 Then Jesus went with them to a place called Gethsemane, and He told His disciples, Sit down here while I go over yonder and pray. 37 And taking with Him Peter and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-38

Denomination: Church Of God

How Much Will You Risk In Worship?

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Aug 13, 2010

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This sermon is about overcoming the the self controlling, self containment of worship to let oneself fully experiance a closeness of worship with God!

Michal, became embarrassed at King David’s dance. David responds “I’ll become even more undignified than this”. Michal is embarrassed by the manner in which her husband worshipped. Maybe we can ask ourselves: What Christian worship practices or styles of worship embarrass ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:12-23

Denomination: United Methodist

Camping With The Snakes Series

Contributed by Emile Wolfaardt on Jul 27, 2009

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(PowerPoint slides are freely available by emailing emile@wolfaardt.com) Discovering God’s provision to overcome the snakes.

Journeying with John - It’s a Blast (JWJ-14) Camping with the Snakes John 3:9-21 The people of Israel are on the brink of victory. They are about to start defeating the nation of Canaan after spending 40 years wandering around the wilderness. They are about to enter the Promised Land that God ...read more

Scripture: John 3:9-21

Denomination: *other

The Psychological Warfare Of Todays Christian Series

Contributed by John Putty on Mar 19, 2011

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How to make your mind a temple of the Holy Spirit and overcome mental attacks from satan or personal negative thoughts.

The Psychological Warfare of Today's Christian! Ephesians 6:10: Finally, my brothers, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Ephesians 6:11: Put on the whole armor of God so that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. Ephesians 6:12: For we do not wrestle against ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Defeating Your Own Personal Drought

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Aug 2, 2011

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To share how we can overcome difficult times by Soaking in God's Word, Soaking in Prayer, and Soaking in service to God.

Someone published this request online: “Please pray for rain: "It’s so dry in Tennessee that the Baptists are starting to baptize by sprinkling; the Methodists are using wet-wipes; the Presbyterians are giving out rain-checks; and the Catholics are praying for the wine to turn back into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Other

You're Not The Boss Of Me

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Jan 10, 2012

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To share how we can overcome difficult times by Soaking in God's Word, Soaking in Prayer, and soaking in service to God.

You’re not the boss of me. This is a phrase that most of us parents have more than likely heard from our children when speaking to one another. I believe that most kids will learn this phrase and use it towards their siblings more than any other phrase. It seems to me that this is one of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:9-11

Denomination: Other

It Is Time To Turn Temptations Away

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Mar 19, 2010

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Lent 1(A) - It is time to turn temptations away. Satan comes with diabolical deceit. Jesus overcomes with simple scripture.

IT IS TIME TO TURN TEMPTATIONS AWAY (Outline) February 21, 2010 - Lent 1 - MATTHEW 4:1-11 INTRO: Satan tempted Jesus in the wilderness. This teaches us about the danger of the devil. This also shows us the safety we enjoy in our Savior and by our salvation. "Be self-controlled and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

The War On Worship Series

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Sep 30, 2010

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The enemy is at war against those who worship God. Here is a look at the weapons he uses and how to overcome them.

Title: The war on worship Text: Daniel 3 Introduction The theme of the book of Daniel is the sovereignty of God. God is all powerful and God is all knowing…and therefore God is to be the object of all of our worship. The enemy has declared war on the worship of God! My Title for Daniel 3 ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Life Can Be Like A Garbage Truck?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 26, 2017

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Life can accumulate much garbage of hurt and frustration. Never accept the negative, God's plan can overcome the obstacles.

LIFE CAN BE LIKE A GARBAGE TRUCK? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I have several small candles. I have one match? How many candles can I light with one match? How many candles can one candle light? LIGHT THE CANDLE THEN UNLIMITED HOW MANY CANDLES WILL BURN? Are we burning a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7-17, Galatians 6:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Great Adventure - Lust? Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 17, 2018

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As we seek to draw closer to Christ, we discover our sinfulness, and ways to overcome them by drawing closer to Christ.

The Great Adventure? The 7 Deadly Sins February 11, 2018 Have you ever asked the question . . . “What's wrong with me?” It's a question we all ask ourselves from time to time. When we blow up at our kids or at our spouse, we wonder - - - what's wrong with me? When we come home from the store with ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14, Philippians 4:8-13, Matthew 5:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

Yet God Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Apr 20, 2016

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Our passage will explain why God remains faithful, and what he has done to overcome the faithlessness of his people.

Psalm 78:38-39 Yet God 12/28/08 D. Marion Clark Introduction Psalm 78 opens with a determined declaration to tell of the Lord’s glorious deeds to the next generation. Even so, the very determination arises out of the failure of God’s people to do that very thing. Most of the psalm ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:38-39

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Ten Commandments: Healthy Ambition Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Jan 9, 2019

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WHY not covet? It harms us, and relationships with others and God. HOW overcome it? Gratitude, love for others, and godly ambition.

COVET GODLINESS—Exodus 20:17, 1 Timothy 6:6-11 Would it be good if everyone lived by the Ten Commandments? The answer seems obvious: Almost everyone agrees that life is better if people don’t murder, steal, or lie in a court of law. Maintaining marriage and honoring parents supports a healthy ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:17, 1 Timothy 6:6-11, Deuteronomy 7:25, Romans 12:15-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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