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  • Greg Newton avatar

    Getting Out Of The Hole

    Contributed by Greg Newton on Feb 25, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 6,309 views

    Talking about God never made Christians to live in holes, caves - discouragment, frustration

    “GET OUT OF THE HOLE” ILLUSTRATION: Telemarketer A telemarketer called a home one day, and a small voice whispered, “Hello?” “Hello! What’s your name?” Still whispering, the voice said, “Jimmy.” “How old are you, Jimmy?” “I’m four.” “Good, Is your mother home?” “Yes, but she’s busy.” “Okay, is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Breakthrough Or Breakdown

    Contributed by David Dailey on May 23, 2003
    based on 55 ratings
     | 22,273 views

    using spiritural weapons against discouragement so we have breakthrough not break down

    Breakdown or Breakthrough I Samuel 27:1 And David said in his heart: I shall now one day perish by the hand of Saul. There is nothing better for me than I should speedily escape into the land of the Philistines; and Saul shall despair of me, to seek me any more in any coast of Israel, so shall ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Marilyn Murphree avatar

    Disappointments New Christians Face

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Aug 19, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 3,645 views

    Common disappointments that new Christians face often bring discouragement to the point of giving up.

    Iliff and Saltillo UM churches August 29, 2004 “Disappointments New Christians Face” I Peter 1:6-9 James 1:2-4 INTRODUCTION: Think back to the time when you first came to the Lord and made your decision to become a Christian. You might have been a little child in Sunday school. It may have ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Tim Patrick avatar

    The Transforming Touch

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Aug 22, 2005
    based on 28 ratings
     | 8,833 views

    See how Jesus can transform doubting, discouraged, defeated disciples into passionate followers.

    Introducion- Have you ever seen someone transformed from a pessimistic defeated person into a passionate enthusiastic person? (Show the congregation two sections from the movie “It’s A Wonderful Life”. The first section is when George is considering suicide. The second section is after George has ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Clint Shrum avatar

    The Flame Has Flickered But It Has Never Gone Out

    Contributed by Clint Shrum on Jan 6, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,338 views

    How Satan tries to discourage us and put out the fire of God in our heart.

    THE FLAME HAS FLICKERED BUT IT HAS NEVER GONE OUT Jeremiah 20:9-10 Intro: In this passage of scripture we find the Weeping Prophet Jeremiah in sort of place of disarray. Jeremiah has faithfully proclaimed the Word of God to Judah and has gotten nothing in return but sorrow and persecution Fact ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Be Encouraged

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Feb 26, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,974 views

    There are so many things we can be discouraged about. But we are called to be encouraged. Why?

    Passage: 2 Timothy 1:1-7 Intro: Living in the world, it is easy to be discouraged. 1. things don’t always go as we planned. 2. a few people are happy this Super Bowl Sunday, but most football fans are discouraged because their team isn’t playing and probably won’t next year, either. 3. jobs ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    A Church To Die For Series

    Contributed by Tim Hbc on Oct 16, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,804 views

    The perspective that kept Paul from discouragement - a remarkable revelation of the gospel and a stunning picture of the church...

    Introduction A company Director tells the story about a day when he and his wife stopped off at a petrol station. It was a run down station, with only one pump. It was an old fashioned petrol station and he asked the attendant to fill the tank and check the oil. Meanwhile he went for a little walk ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Otis McMillan avatar

    Mastering Crisis – How To Triumph Over Trouble

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Mar 27, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,974 views

    This Psalm is for all those who are discouraged, seemingly surrounded by problems, or feeling overwhelmed and defeated.

    Introduction: In Psalms 3 we meet David in times of trouble. David’s son Absalom had decided to take family matters into his own hands, so he killed his half-brother Amnon for raping his sister Tamar. As punishment for his actions, Absalom was forced to live in exiles for many years. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    Your Hope Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 31, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,599 views

    This is the 7th sermon in the series "Don't Be Discouraged". Your hope is found in Jesus.

    Series: Don’t Be Discouraged [#7] YOUR HOPE 1 Peter 3:13-22 Introduction: Each week, I hear about different people in our Church who are sick, tired, sick and tired, etc…; and most weeks I’m in all 3 of those categories. It is difficult to live in this body in this world and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wm Darius Myers avatar

    It Should Be Simple To See Series

    Contributed by Wm Darius Myers on Apr 24, 2007
     | 2,317 views

    Nov. 2006 Pastor’s Letter - Emphasizing the uniquely personal nature of vision, yet the absolute necessity of sharing yours with others (and vice versa).

    It Should Be Simple to See Focusing on a Congregational Vision Bright white clouds. As I write this they are moving very swiftly past the windows of The Glenburn Community Church. So swiftly that if I were to show you the one that looks a great deal like a crab’s claws at the moment (of course, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Donnie Martin avatar

    My Goals, By God's Grace

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Apr 17, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,186 views

    As pastors, there are certain tasks to which we must be committed. This message lists three vitally important tasks to which every pastor should commit himself.

    My Goals, By God’s Grace Text: I Cor.9: 16; Eph.6: 18-19 Intro: All of us need goals to which we aspire. Goals in our lives are extremely helpful, in that they endow us with a sense of direction and purpose; give us a mark at which to aim; and a level of accomplishment for which to strive. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sermon Title: When Friends Turn Away And People Walk Away: By Pastor Joseph Ondu

    Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Jul 23, 2025
     | 177 views

    Brothers and sisters, We live in a world where relationships are fragile. One day people are with you, and the next, they are gone. The pain of abandonment, betrayal, or silent withdrawal can cut deeper than a knife. It can leave you questioning your worth, your calling, and even your faith.

    SERMON TITLE: WHEN FRIENDS TURN AWAY AND PEOPLE WALK AWAY Scripture Texts: • 2 Timothy 4:16–17 (NIV) “At my first defense, no one came to my support, but everyone deserted me. May it not be held against them. But the Lord stood at my side and gave me strength...” • Psalm 27:10 (NKJV) “When my ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael Belcher avatar

    Encouragements To Go Forward

    Contributed by Michael Belcher on Jan 16, 2002
    based on 544 ratings
     | 70,072 views

    While much surrounds us that is discouraging, our great God is busy encouraging his people in the work of the Lord.

    Introductory: The devil, according to legend, once advertised his tools for sale at public auction. When the prospective buyers assembled, there was one oddly shaped tool, which was labeled “Not for sale.” Asked to explain why this was, the devil answered, “I can spare my other tools, but I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    If I Lead Will Anyone Follow? Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 11, 2015
    based on 24 ratings
     | 19,613 views

    Every church needs to be led. How does someone with the gift of leadership lead the church the way God wants them to? How can leaders avoid hurting God's church? And how can a leader be sure they're leading the church the way they should?

    OPEN: I once talked with a friend of mine who told about the new preacher his congregation had hired. In the type of church my friend attends they have “pastors” who are placed in the position of running the church. And my friend was talking about the great respect he had for his ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The World Under Anti-Christ

    Contributed by David Zimmerman on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 135 ratings
     | 11,152 views

    I was reading another pastor's sermon notes on Revelation.

    I was reading another pastor's sermon notes on Revelation. After his twelfth sermon (this is my fourteenth), he received an anonymous note from his congregation. It read, Kindly see to it that your sermon presentation is more entertaining and con-cise. He had a member who thought he was preaching ...read more

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