Sermons on Overcoming Worry:

Overcoming The Spirit Of Fear

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Jan 15, 2021

God has given us a sound mind! We are instructed to be strong and courageous! God has given us the power so we can overcome every obstacle in our way; He has given us love.

OVERCOMING THE SPIRIT OF FEAR "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9. As we all have learned in Sunday School, the children of Israel wandered in the wilderness for forty years! ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Overcome Temptations

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 17, 2004

Jesus taught us to pray, "Lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil." Discover the key components, the reasons for and the means for overcoming temptations.

The Terror of Temptations 1 Corinthians 10:13: "For no temptation (no trial regarded as enticing to sin, no matter how it comes or where it leads) has overtaken you and laid hold on you that is not common to man (that is no temptation or trial has come to you that is beyond human resistance ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming Anxiety With Faith PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 8, 2023

Encourage believers to trust in God's faithfulness, seek Him in prayer, and focus on what is true, noble, and praiseworthy, even in challenging circumstances.

Good morning, church family! I want to talk with you today about something we all struggle with from time to time, and that's trusting God in all circumstances. As we navigate through this often chaotic and uncertain world, we can sometimes lose sight of God's faithfulness and his steadfast love ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-9

Topics: Anxiety, Defeating

Overcoming Our Obstacles Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Jan 31, 2007

Part three in the expository series from Joshua. The focus is crossing the Jordan and the example we should follow when facing the same barriers in life.

THE CANAAN CONQUEST – PART THREE OVERCOMING OUR OBSTACLES: FACING OUR JORDAN Joshua 3:1-6; 14-17 - ©Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2007) Introduction: Because of their unbelief, Israel was sentenced to wander in the wilderness for 40 years. Those years have now expired and the children of Israel are ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Fear Of The Future

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Dec 31, 2020

The unknown future can seem dark, bleak and scary. But the Bible says, “Don’t be afraid.”

OVERCOMING FEAR OF THE FUTURE "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9. Forty years of wanderings in the wilderness are finally over! But, Moses the man who brought the children ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:9, Ephesians 6:10, Isaiah 43:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Song Of Strength: We Shall Overcome Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Jul 13, 2025

"No matter the trials we face, our spirit rises. This is for every heart still holding on—believing in a better tomorrow. We shall overcome… together."

SERMON TITLE: A Song of Strength: We Shall Overcome MAIN TEXT: John 1:5 (NIV) "The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it." INTRODUCTION Beloved, there are songs that stir emotion, and there are songs that resurrect hope. "We Shall Overcome" is ...read more

Scripture: John 1:5, Romans 8:28, Psalm 126:5, Hebrews 11:1, John 16:33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Overcoming Christmas Stress

Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 1, 2003

Four simple principles for overcoming Holiday stress taken from the story of Martha and Mary.

Overcoming Christmas Stress Luke 10:38-42 Whether you like it our not, whether you are prepared or not, the Christmas Season is upon us! This past Friday, the Friday after Thanksgiving Day, is the known as the busiest shopping day of the year. I overheard one ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Spiritual Dullness Series

Contributed by Frank Lay on Sep 12, 2004

The problem of Spiritual dullness prevents us from grasping the deeper truths of the Christian faith. The writer warns his readers about becoming dull or sluggish of hearing because such dullness can lead to even more serious spiritual problems.

OVERCOMING SPIRITUAL DULLNESS Hebrews 5:11-6:12 A preacher was known for his loud preaching. One day a lady with a hearing problem said, "Preacher, I want to thank you for preaching loud for those of us who are hard of hearing." The preacher responded, "Thank you, mom, but actually I preach ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

You Can Overcome

Contributed by Michael Davis on Aug 9, 2003

God provided a way to be victorious in any situation that comes along in life.

YOU CAN OVERCOME Numbers 13: 1-3, 25, & 30 In this scripture Moses is doing what God had told him to do. He was sending some men, one from each of the twelve tribes of Israel to go into the land of Canaan and check out all that was there and then report back to the people. Moses told them ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:1-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Overcoming Life's Difficulties Series

Contributed by Kerry Tilley on Aug 25, 2018

Putting your faith and trust in Christ when we are faced with difficulties in life.

Text: 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 Objective: To help the listener learn to turn their focus on Christ during difficulties in life. Introduction: Last week we talked about overcoming life’s disappointments. We looked at how Webster defines disappoint: failing to meet the expectation of something. It ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-9, Daniel 6:16-21, Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Don't Worry, Be Happy Series

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Jan 28, 2003

In a world where worry is a daily task, learn why life is better without it.

“No Fear” Series Don’t Worry, Be Happy! Life is Better Without Worry 10/16/02 I. Fear is… a. Anxiety caused by real or possible danger, pain, etc.; fright b. Awe; reverence c. Apprehension; concern d. Synonyms: (noun) fright, terror, horror, panic, dread, dismay, awe, scare, revulsion, aversion, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Worry? Be Happy?

Contributed by William Mouser on Mar 3, 2005

Near the anniversary of 9/11, this sermon from Philippians 4 explains how and why Paul says we are to rejoice in the Lord always.

Fourteenth Sunday in Trinity Philippians 4:4-13 “Don’t Worry? Be Happy?” This past week, our nation passed through the anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attack on the World Trade Center in New York. Jim and I were in Colorado Springs for meetings, staying with the Stanleys. When I ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-13

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Don't Worry, Be Happy Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Mar 21, 2005

A look at the problems with worry.

I started the message by playing the Song "Don’t Worry, Be Happy." Isn’t a great song. I remember when that song first came out we were living in Truro at the time. Now I have a confession to make I prefer two types of music either country music or music from the seventies. “Don’t Worry Be ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-9

Denomination: Wesleyan

Living The Worry Free Life Series

Contributed by Ken Kersten on Apr 18, 2005

This message from the Sermon on the Mount deals with the cautions againts, consequences of, and cures for worry.

Living the Worry Free Life Turn to Matthew 6:25-34 Perhaps you’ve seen the little flyer that says, "So far today, God, I’ve done alright. I haven’t gossiped, I haven’t lost my temper. I haven’t been grumpy or nasty or selfish. I’m really glad of that. But in a few minutes God, I’m going ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Has An Antidote For Worry Series

Contributed by James Dunn on Jun 22, 2007

Psalm 23 gives us an antidote for Worry.

God Has an Antidote for Worry Stress Busters – Pt. 1 Psalm 23 The Truth about Worry: 1. It Is _______________ 2. It Is _______________ 3. It Is _______________ So What Is the Antidote for Worry? 1. Believe God _________________________ "The Lord is my shepherd; I have everything I need." Ps. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist