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  • Tom Shepard avatar

    Christmas Courage: The Story Of Joseph Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Nov 28, 2006
    based on 124 ratings
     | 29,329 views

    There are three points to this sermon. 1. God gives courage to ordinary people. 2. God gives us courage to overcome our doubts and fears. 3. God gives us courage to face the future.

    (This sermon is a re-working of “The Nativity Story: The Courage of Joseph” by C. Raymond van Pletsen. I used some of the same wording and illustrations but changed the outline and applications. I only spoke of movies I had seen and since I am not a sports fan changed the ending.) Christmas ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Jesus Taught That Faith In God Is Greater Than Any Problem

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 136 ratings
     | 27,389 views

    Perhaps the greatest test of faith you will face may be in loving people who are closest to you. Our God is able to overcome the most difficult of problem, person or predicament if we believe in His power!

    Everyone struggles with problems that seem overwhelming and tend to stress us out. Jesus once told His disciples, "If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you." (Matt. 17:20,21) The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Would Not Do That Series

    Contributed by Richard White on Oct 5, 2002
    based on 17 ratings
     | 3,513 views

    Because of his devotion to God, Nehemiah could keep himself from doing wrong. We should improve our devotion to God so we too can overcome sin in our life.

    I would not do that! Neh 5:1-19 Illustration: Mikey the guy we love to hate. He is always cheerful. He wakes up every morning deciding to be happy. When he had his accident he decided to live. We must decide to pursue holiness. Walter Scott presented us with a five finger plan of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    It Will Be Worth It All!

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Nov 4, 2013
    based on 10 ratings
     | 29,303 views

    God helped Moses overcome obstacles that he would never have been able to conquer alone. And I am convinced that God will do the same for us too, if we will just let Him.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK A. Have you ever seen any counterfeit money? A few years ago some counterfeiters were producing $50 & $100 bills of such superior quality that most banks accepted them at first as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    According To Your Faith

    Contributed by Dr. David Wesner on May 18, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,689 views

    As a Believer, Faith, not emotions overcomes the world. As a Believer, Faith, not rational thinking defines who we are. As a Believer, Faith, not rational thinking is the filter through which we see everything. You are a Believer!!

    Jesus walked on the earth over 2000 years ago. His Disciples walked with Him, watched Him closely, heard His voice. They were eyewitnesses to His miracles. Yet, even they had trouble taking in everything they were seeing. We are 2000 years removed from those moments. We have to decide whether we ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Dealing With Depression Series

    Contributed by Jerry Owen on Nov 8, 2016
     | 9,443 views

    America is dealing with a national epidemic called depression. Through Elijah's experience with depression and how God ministered to him and delivered him, we can learn how to not only cope with depression but to overcome it.

    DEALING WITH DEPRESSION I Kings 19:1-8 In America, today, we are dealing with a national epidemic. It’s not a virus, a bacterial infection, or germ of any kind. It is a spiritual, emotional, and physical epidemic called depression. ** 15% of Americans will require medical treatment for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Abandoned Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 17, 2022
     | 2,755 views

    When Christ warned the disciples that he’d be leaving them, they didn’t take the news very well. He left them with words of comfort and admonition to help them overcome this test in their life.

    INTRODUCTION • As we continue our series today, we will dig into an area of testing that is one most, if not all of us, have experienced or will, at some point in our life experience. • Have you ever been in a situation where you felt alone and abandoned? • What did that feel like? • The thought ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Be Anxious For Nothing

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 1, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,283 views

    Paul was writing from within prison walls; however, he knew the secret to remaining calm in the midst of difficult life circumstances, and even imprisonment. This message covers four principles to help in overcoming anxiety.

    This morning we are going to look at the Bible’s prescription for overcoming a terrible illness called anxiety. “Anxiety,” is defined as a “concern . . . respecting some event, future or uncertain, which disturbs the mind, and keeps it in a state of painful uneasiness.”(1) Anxiety is much like a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Paul’s List Of Thanks

    Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 21, 2023
     | 1,589 views

    There are at least 5 areas that Paul thanked God about in his letters. Those are: salvation, Pentecost, power to overcome, believers, and the Lord’s Supper. Let's thank God for these!

    PAUL’S LIST OF THANKS 1 Thess. 5:18 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Did you hear about the Redneck who called Butterball’s Thanksgiving Turkey Talk-Line to tell the operator he’d cut his turkey in half with a chain saw and wanted to know if the oil from the chain would adversely affect the turkey. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    The Power Of Your Worship Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Nov 18, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,618 views

    Satan loves to make situations which require simple faith and obedience complicated and confusing in order to get us off track. Jehoshaphat was able to overcome doubt - and ultimately defeat - through worshiping the Lord.

    God’s strategy was clear . . . the worshipers went first into the battlefield, and . . . the Lord miraculously defeated their enemies. - Mike Harland(1) If the Lord has ever asked you to do something for Him and you struck out early, then this message is for you! We’re going to find out that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Woman With Weak Eyes Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 2, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,310 views

    Because of her "ugliness" (weak eyes) Leah was unnoticed, unwanted & unloved… and unmarried. She was literally a rejected woman. How did God help her overcome her rejection?

    A lady was walking down the street on her way to work & saw a parrot in a pet store. She went in to admire the bird, and suddenly the parrot spoke to her, “Hey lady. You’re ugly.” Well, the woman was deeply offended, and she stormed out of the store. But on her way home, she thought she’d ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Dealing With Sin

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 18, 2025
     | 380 views

    Sin is a deadly virus that destroys the soul, but God has given us the cure through Christ. To walk in freedom, we must acknowledge sin, confess it, and depend on the Holy Spirit to overcome it.

    DEALING WITH SIN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 6:12-14 Supporting Texts: 1 John 1:8-10, Psalm 51:1-4, Romans 3:23-24, Galatians 5:16-17, Proverbs 28:13 INTRODUCTION: Sin is the greatest enemy of man’s soul. It separates us from God, opens doors to the devil, and hinders us from ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • David Owens avatar

    A Case For Selflessness In A Selfie World Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Aug 5, 2024
     | 1,876 views

    In order to be able to serve like Jesus served, we have to overcome our selfish and self-centered tendencies. With a desire to do so and with the help of the Holy Spirit, we can become more selfless.

    Introduction: A. We are in a new sermon series that we started last week called “Serving Like Jesus.” 1. Last week, we explored the fact that God wants us to be conformed into the likeness of Jesus, and because Jesus was a servant, that is an important way that we must be like Him. B. Today, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Offence: The Bait Of Satan

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 26, 2025
     | 329 views

    Offence is one of Satan’s most dangerous and subtle traps. It can cripple a person spiritually, emotionally, and relationally. But God gives us the grace to overcome offence through the power of love, humility, and forgiveness.

    OFFENCE: THE BAIT OF SATAN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 17:1 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 18:19, Matthew 24:10, 2 Timothy 2:24–26, Hebrews 12:14–15, 2 Corinthians 2:10–11 INTRODUCTION: Jesus made it clear in Luke 17:1 that “it is impossible but that offences will come.” This truth ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Evangelism (Becoming The Light In A Dark World)

    Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Jul 5, 2025
     | 461 views

    Evangelism calls us to shine brightly as lights in the world, reflecting God’s love through our actions, stories, and relationships. Let’s explore how to overcome obstacles and illuminate our communities.

    Matthew 5:14-16 (NIV) "You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead, they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational