Sermons on Belief In Action:

James Son Of Zebedee - Authority In Action Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 19, 2005

When it comes to discipleship we have an overestimation of ourselves and our contribution to the kingdom. Jesus’ discussion with James reminds us that our place in the family of God, even when we make great contributions, is still only a gift of grace.

Mark 10:35-45 James son of Zebedee - authority in action Congregation in the Lord, Jesus spent three years teaching His disciples what it meant to be disciples. Jesus particularly wanted to ingrain into the disciples a certain attitude. Perhaps the most significant visual lesson Jesus gave on ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Baptist

Get Ready For Action Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Bill Lyle on Sep 12, 2006

A study in First Peter

I. What are the truths that require action A. You are loved by God! vs. 2 B. You are sanctified by the Spirit of God! vs. 2 C. You are born again! vs. 3 D. You have a living hope! vs. 3 E. You have an inheritance! vs. 4 F. You will face trails! vs. 6 G. You believe in a real person, Jesus! vs. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Word Speaks Louder Than Actions Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 26, 2009

Has God really rejected Israel forever? It’s a touchy subject, but one Paul deals with strongly in these chapters. If God has not cast them away forever, then how do they, and us, reach God? By the Word.

We’ve been talking about Israel. There are many believe that God has turned His back on those who were His people. I believe Romans 9-11 provide proof that this is not the case. Paul was so concerned about his brethren that if would have become accursed if they would come to faith. He continues ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Great Faith & Great Humility In Action Series

Contributed by David Elvery on May 7, 2009

What does faith and humility look like

Great Faith & Great Humility in Action - Luke 7:1-10 Gladstone Baptist Church - 26/6/05 am The Wizard of Oz is a classic story of Dorothy, a young girl from Kansas who somehow finds herself swept into a magical land by a tornado. She embarks on a quest to see the Wizard who, it is reported, can ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10, Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Actions Speak Louder Than Words Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Mar 23, 2011

Jesus was silent before Herod Antipas and His accusers because He understood that His words would not sway them, but His actions have changed the hearts of millions...

Luke 23:6-12 [ESV] 6When Pilate heard this, he asked whether the man was a Galilean. 7And when he learned that he belonged to Herod’s jurisdiction, he sent him over to Herod, who was himself in Jerusalem at that time. 8When Herod saw Jesus, he was very glad, for he had long desired to see ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Gospel Stirs To Action

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 11, 2011

Easter 5(A) - The power of God’s gospel will always cause people to act and react. Sadly, some will reject God’s truth. Gladly others will receive and believe.

GOD’S GOSPEL STIRS TO ACTION (Outline) May 2, 2010 - Easter 5 - ACTS 17:1-12 INTRO: God’s word always has a very specific purpose to accomplish. We may not always know or completely understand the final purpose of God’s divine plan. God’s ultimate intent in his word is that all men ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

9-11 – A Warning For Thoughtful Actions

Contributed by Ervin Kosch on Sep 7, 2002

Thoughtful actions when dealing with the forces of terror.

Reason for writing this sermon: The Word does allow for defense against an enemy, but not with out wisdom. As of writing this we are about to enter into a new phase of aggressive actions in defense of our land. I wanted my congregation to be aware of what we are going to do. We need to support ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 7:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

Shift, Part 3: Shift Into Action Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Oct 12, 2020

How a law of physics can keep us from fulfilling the Great Commission

Good morning. I invite you to turn to Acts chapter 1 this morning. If you ever have the opportunity to go to Israel, you will see, all over Jerusalem, a very distinctive cross. It is called the Jerusalem Cross. It has been associated with Jerusalem ever since the Middle Ages, when it was adopted ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-8, Genesis 11:1-4, Romans 15:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

Abraham & Isaac: A Picture Of Faith In Action Series

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Oct 23, 2009

Genesis 22:1-19. The familiar story of the (almost) sacrifice of Isaac and what it means for today.

LESSONS FROM THE LIVES OF THE PATRIARCHS GENESIS PART 2 – POSTDILUVIAN/PATRIARCHAL HISTORY ABRAHAM & ISAAC: A PICTURE OF FAITH IN ACTION GENESIS 22:1-19 INTRODUCTION - As we begin our short look at Isaac today you will notice that this portion of Scripture is really just as much about Abraham ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Judging Actions, Not Interior Dispositions Of Others Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 7, 2009

We may not judge the internal disposition of others, but we can judge the evil of what they want to do to society, especially against marriage.

March 9, 2009 Sacramentum Caritatis How many times in recent years has this phrase of Jesus’s, “Judge not, lest ye be judged” been shoved into the faces of faithful Christians who are protesting the murder of the innocent, the perversion of the sacred union of husband and wife, or some other of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:36-38

Denomination: Catholic

Right Thinking Brings Right Action

Contributed by Dean Rhine on May 8, 2008

Ephesians 5

Ephesians 5 - September 3, 2006 **Prayer for school starting - students, teachers, AWANA Good morning. Join me in turning to the book of Ephesians, chapter 5. We have been going through this letter of Paul the Apostle, written to Christians in the town of Ephesus, the capital city of Turkey or ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lesson 20: A Speech That Demands Action

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 19, 2013

The one who obeys is the only one who believes

Series: Learning Victory From Joshua Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 20: A Speech That Demands Action January 20, 2013 A. WHY PEOPLE RESENT BEING TOLD WHAT TO DO 1. They know better than you. 2. They don’t respect your opinion. 3. They are blinded to ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

Our Actions Make All The Difference

Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on May 16, 2013

Expounding on Psalm 119:29-37, Pastor Jonathan talks about the importance of our actions matching our testimony in sharing our faith with others.

It’s Thanksgiving Weekend and a couple of days ago we gathered with our family and friends and we thanked God for all that He has provided for us, the family that was sitting around the table, and certainly the food that was provided for us. We thanked Him for all He has done for us in our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:29-37

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 20: A Speech That Demands Action

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 21, 2013

How to Get People to Listen to You

Series: Learning Victory From Joshua Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 20: A Speech That Demands Action January 20, 2013 A. WHY PEOPLE RESENT BEING TOLD WHAT TO DO 1. They know better than you. 2. They don’t respect your opinion. 3. They are blinded ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Called To Courageous Action (An Outline)

Contributed by Dr. Tracy W. Marx on Mar 17, 2012

First Samuel 17:4-50 When things seem too BIG and too SCARY and make us want to retreat, God calls us to courageous action.

Biblical Problem: The giant Philistine Goliath was terrifying the Israelites and forcing them into inaction. "He’s too big to defeat." "He’s too enormous to conquer." Biblical Solution: God called David to courageous action Goliath might be big, but God is bigger. Goliath might ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:4-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ