Sermons on overcoming odds: showing 1,111-1,125 of 37,171

The Temptations Of Jesus

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Feb 16, 2013

What can we learn from the temptations of Jesus?

Luke 4:1-13 The Temptation of Jesus TSJ/WSG 17-02-13 Introduction Story: Manfred, Freiherr von Richthofen was a famous German First World War fighter pilot. He was better known as the Red Baron because he flew a distinctive a red Fokker aircraft. He shot down more combat planes than any ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Anglican

More Than Conquerors Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Feb 25, 2013

Providence, victory, overcoming

MORE THAN CONQUERORS Romans 8: 28-39 (p 800) February 24, 2013 INTRODUCTION: Some of our men are doing a Max Lucado Bible study called “Fearless”, it’s led by one of our elders David Kiser. I laugh sometimes at how God brings some things together…When we did our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Attitude Of A Winner

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Sep 8, 2012

This sermon helps God's people to learn how to overcome every demonic force that comes against their divine destiny by studying the winning attitude of Nehemiah.

The Attitude OF A Winner Matthew 6:33- But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you. When God adds things, He does not add sorrow He adds good things. Every good gift, every perfect thing comes from God. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Charismatic

Positive Winner In Christ Jesus Series

Contributed by Dev Prasad Cruz on Sep 28, 2012

As we have the Light of Life, we are overcomers in Christ and positive winners in Christ Jesus

“for everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith” (1 John 5:4). “I am a victor in Christ Jesus… I am an Overcomer… Nothing in my circumstances… Nothing what people say or do will affect my ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Anxiety Strikes

Contributed by Matt Skiles on Feb 15, 2014

Overcoming Anxiety in our Christian Life

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9-Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice! 5 Let your gentleness be known to all men. The Lord is at hand. 6 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7 and the peace of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

"The Importance Of Knowing Whose You Are"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 6, 2014

A sermon addressing temptation.

"The Importance of Knowing Whose You Are" Matthew 4:1-11 Lorenzo Sell Writes: "In mid 2009, I left my position as CEO of a company that I had founded. I didn't know it at the time, but this was the beginning of an almost four-year process that I can only describe as losing my identity. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

"All Boxed In? Impossible!"

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Mar 28, 2013

Easter: What does Easter mean to you? How does it change your life?The message of Christianity, recorded in the Bible, is more than a historical record of a great miracle worker named Jesus. The message of Christianity was not created by a group 12 disc

In Jesus Holy Name March 31, 2013 Text: Luke 24:1-3,5b,6a Easter Redeemer “All Boxed In? Impossible!” A Sunday School class was preparing their Easter craft project when their teacher asked: each student, "What does Easter ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-3

Denomination: Lutheran

What To Do When Surrounded By Evil Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 15, 2013

We see people getting victimized, we see people rejecting God, we see people acting in very ungodly like ways. What should we do about it? As we study these psalms we get a picture of who God is, who we are, and we get a perspective to help.

This psalm was written for the Sabbath day. Upon returning from their captivity to Babylon, Israelis sang this on the Sabbath at the time of the morning sacrifice. The psalm extols knowing God, and being transformed by God and contrasts that with those who refuse a relationship with Him. 1 – ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Source Of Hope - Part 2 Series

Contributed by David Hughes on Sep 8, 2013

In continuing from this mornings message. Here is part two. Not only is Jesus our source of strength, but our source of hope as well. Where would we be without hope. Tonight we will explore Jesus as our Source of Hope.

In continuing from this mornings message. Here is part two. Not only is Jesus our source of strength, but our source of hope as well. Where would we be without hope. Tonight we will explore Jesus as our Source of Hope. Hope – (elpis) – “favorable and confident ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:11-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Unto The Church In Pergamum, Write Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Sep 13, 2013

Either you are for Jesus, or you are against Him

Unto the Church in Pergamum, Write Revelation 2:12-17 Introduction Pergamum was the third of the seven churches to which John was directed to write. Pergamum was the political capital of the Roman province of Asia. The governor of the province, which included the territory where the seven ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

After This

Contributed by Clint Shrum on Nov 9, 2013

How did Job manage to make it through the trouble and trials without giving up?

AFTER THIS Job 42:16-17 Intro: You are probably finding it strange that I read those two verses and intend to preach a message on them. The reason I say that is because if a person were to just open their Bibles and read those two verses as “stand-alone” or “independent” ...read more

Scripture: Job 42:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Taking On Our Tongue Trouble Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 24, 2012

1. The peril (vs. 1-2). 2. The power (vs. 3-8). 3. The poison (vs. 8). 4. God’s push (vs. 9-12). 5. God’s power (vs. 8-9).

Christianity Where the Rubber Meets the Road Part 7: Taking on Our Tongue Trouble James 3:1-12 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - March 25, 2012 *Have you had any trouble with your tongue this week? -Did you say some things you just shouldn’t have said? -What about the things you ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

"Experiencing Victory In Jesus!”

Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Jul 15, 2009

Someone has said, “Your Attitude, determines your Altitude.” Many times it is easy to get caught up in the negative things that happen around that we forget to thank God for the blessings, for the Victory that God has granted us.

“Experiencing Victory in Jesus!” 10/1/2006 - Marsing, ID Ricardo Rodriguez – pastor_rr@yahoo.com I Cor 15:57-58 “57But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 58Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:57-58

Denomination: Apostolic

They Don't Know Who You Are!

Contributed by Russell M Rillie on Aug 2, 2009

Does anybody know who you REALLY are? Do you know who you REALLY are? We must all get to the point where we realize that we are not just ordinary people, but God’s chosen people.

They Don’t Know Who You Are! – By Minister Russell M. Rillie 1 Samuel 16:18-22; 17:55-58 Does anybody know who you REALLY are? Yeah, you look nice in your suites & your dresses… but do they know who you REALLY are? When nobody’s looking at you? Who are you? When the lights are off? Who are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:55-58

Denomination: Christian Church

Resolve To Fail

Contributed by Andy Payne on Jan 10, 2010

A biblical look at change for the Christian is encouraging. Scripture teaches that not only is change possible, it is fundamental to the gospel message. Christ’s ministry was a call to move us from the kingdom of darkness into the kingdom of light.

Intro: New Year is a time of new beginnings and more often than not we use this time to make many resolutions about what we would like to change or accomplish. Goal setting has never been one of my strong points. I am a classic type B personality—just ask Bonnie—I was not born with a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:24-34

Denomination: Baptist