Sermons on Affirmations Of Faith:

Jesus Saw Their Faith

Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 9, 2002

What Jesus saw in four men should be seen in our lives as well

Introduction: There’s a familiar old story that’s told about a tightrope walker who did incredible stunts. All over Paris, he would do tightrope acts at tremendously scary heights. Then, he would do it blindfolded, then he would go across the tightrope, blindfolded, pushing a wheelbarrow. As ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do Nothing Faith Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

What kind of faith do you have?

Do Nothing Faith James 2:14-26 I. Complete faith A. Intellectual faith 1. an intelligent knowing 2. admits that God is real 3. not an overall commitment/relationship 4. even the demons believe B. Works/Deeds 1. By themselves do not make for faith 2. When driven by faith, are ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Examples Of Living Faith

Contributed by Tony Miano on Apr 21, 2001

We are going to see living faith in the lives of two people who couldn’t be more different than they were. The contrast between these two personalities would be complete if it had not been for one characteristic that would forever link them.

Examples of Living Faith James 2:21-26 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church April 22, 2001 Introduction: During the two weeks prior to Easter, we considered what James had to say about faith and good works—how the two are related and how the two are different. We saw how ...read more

Scripture: James 2:21-26

Denomination: *other

From Doubt To Faith

Contributed by Bob Hager on Apr 26, 2001

Highlights the difference between a healthy skepticism and cynicism

If I were to mention the names of certain Biblical characters to you and asked you to write down the first word that comes into your mind, it is doubtful that many of you would come up with similar words. If I were to mention the name of Judas many of you would write down the word betray or ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Methodist

What Is Real Faith? Series

Contributed by Tim George on Apr 29, 2001

What is the difference in a stillborn faith and saving faith?

“What does it profit, my brethren, if someone says he has faith but does not have works? Can faith save him? If a brother or sister is naked and destitute of daily food, and one of you says to them, “Depart in peace, be warmed and filled,” but you do not give them the things which are needed for ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

God's Faithful Messengers Series

Contributed by Philip Kruis on Dec 17, 2001

God uses his faithful messengers, both throught their presence and their message, to assure that message sent is message received.

God’s Faithful Messengers Luke 1:26-38, 2:8-14 Introduction: "I know you believe you understand what you think I said, but I’m not sure you realize that what you heard is not what I meant." Wow! How many times do we communicate like that? Far too often I imagine. I’m currently doing premarital ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14, Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Faith Of Our Forebears

Contributed by Peter Davis on Dec 28, 2001

As people of faith, we are not throwing away or shrinking back. But persevering and believing. For now the people of God will live by faith - trusting, hoping in that which is unseen; relying upon the one who made the promises.

Faith of Our Forebears Hebrews 11:1-40 Published in Pulpit Digest, Jan/Feb 1996. Ladies and gentlemen, on behalf of the management I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to the Faith of Our Forebears Hall of Fame . We trust that you will enjoy your visit. If there is anything I can ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Faith-Filled Future

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 13, 2002

When we look into the future, we can be filled with faith or fear. We can choose to be a blessing or dread tomorrow. Your choice.

January 6, 2002 Hebrews 11:20-22 “A faith-filled future” INTRODUCTION Of all the topics that I could bring up to welcome you into a new year, probably the worst would be to talk about new year’s resolutions. But that is exactly what we are going to do today. Oh, it won’t be the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:20-22

Denomination: Baptist

Stepping Out On Faith Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jan 14, 2002

Some great principles about faith found in Israel’s crossing of the Jordan River.

A Study of the Book of Joshua Sermon # 3 Stepping Out On Faith Joshua 3: 1-17 Dr. John R. Hamby For Christians today crossing of the Jordan represents passing from one level of the Christian life to ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

"Wrecked Out Faith”

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Jan 21, 2002

This sermon takes alook at how to avoid spiritual shipwreck, and what to do in the aftermath of wrecked out faith.

“Wrecked out Faith” 1 Timothy 1:18-20 Intro: Have you ever laid on an inner tube or one of those little floaties on a lake or the ocean? And just laid back closed your eyes and relaxed? The next thing you know the voices and sounds of the beach begin to grow faint and distant. Then when you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Triumphant Faith--Revised"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 24, 2002

Faith is triumphant when we still have it despite life’s difficulties.

Psalm 27:1-9 “Triumphant Faith--Revised” By: Reverend Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Last week I was on the phone with my parents when out of the blue my mother asked me, “So how is your theology doing these days?” The question caught me by ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-9

Denomination: United Methodist

Developing A Real Faith

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on May 16, 2002

Series from the Book of James

TITLE: Developing A Real Faith TEXT: James 1:18-27 THEME:James. Maturity, genuine faith, good works, service, growing on. P.S. The next part of the test is how our faith works itself in everyday life. James does not merely want believers to simply HEAR the truth, but also DO IT. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:18-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Faithful Walk In The Light Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on May 20, 2002

Living consistent with God’s will

A FAITHFUL WALK IN THE LIGHT Ephesians 5:8-14 · This morning we looked at Paul’s command that Christians live their lives as an imitation of who God is. 1) He told us that God’s footsteps are characterized by a spirit of sacrificial love. 2) Paul also warned us against IDOLATRY which shows ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-14

Tychicus: A Faithful Servant

Contributed by Ed Taylor on May 20, 2002

Tychicus demonstrates 4 key areas for effective, heartfelt Jesus-centered service.

1. By all accounts, Edward Kimball was really an NORMAL MAN. a. He worked a normal job. Attended a normal church. b. He even faithfully taught a normal Bible study class. One day a young man named Dwight visited his class. It was clear Dwight didn’t know the Bible. One Saturday as Ed was ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:21-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith Fostered By A Flood

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jun 6, 2002

God is always faithful to His promises. The only hindrance to their fulfillment is our unbelief.

Faith Fostered By A Flood Text: Joshua 4: 9 Intro: Most of us are fully aware of the events that preceded Israel’s arrival and encampment at the bank of the Jordan River prior to their entry into the Promised Land. They had just completed a forty-year trek through the wilderness, which was ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:9

Denomination: Baptist