Sermons on Beliefs:

Faith That Fortifies For The Fight

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 14, 2025

Hezekiah did all the right things in preparing for spiritual warfare with Sennacherib: He rebuilt the walls, organized the soldiers, stopped up the springs, entered into intercession each time threatened, encouraged his people, and held onto God in faith.

FAITH THAT FORTIFIES FOR THE FIGHT 2 Chron.32:1-23 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A man was having trouble getting his neighbor to keep his chickens fenced in. The neighbor kept talking about chickens being great creatures, and as such they had the right to go where they wanted. 2. The man was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 32:1-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Walking By Faith, Not By Sight Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 20, 2024

Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen...

Today, we are reminded of a fundamental truth in our Christian journey: walking by faith, not by sight. This concept may seem simple, but it requires intentional practice and surrender. In Scripture, we see numerous examples of God's people facing uncertain situations, where the natural ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7

What Would Jesus Say To An Atheist? Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 21, 2024

David makes it clear that to deny God is an arrogant and foolish endeavor.

Summer in the Psalms 2024 Psalm 14 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church?07-14–2024 Madilyn Murray O’Hair, visited the campus of the University of Memphis when I was a freshman. There was a huge police presence on campus and she had bodyguards because she had received so many death ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 14:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

What's The Difference? " Half Full, Half Empty" July 21, 2024

Contributed by Pastor Charles Wilkins on Jul 23, 2024

Depending on how you chose to look at it, Life can be a glass half full or a glass half empty.

Is the glass half-full or half-empty? Silly question, right? But it really is all about perspective, and this question can tell you a lot about a person’s mindset. Some people describe that glass as half empty. Those are the pessimists. Others see that glass as being half full. They are ...read more

Scripture: John 21:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Keeping God On Our Side

Contributed by Don Campbell on Jun 16, 2023

Many people believe God is on their side because (whatever). God is on the side of creation (John 3:16), but the question how to keep him on our side.

HOW TO KEEP GOD ON OUR SIDE 2 Kings 18:1-7 INTRODUCTION A. The rich and the powerful point to their power and riches as proof that God is on their side. B. The poor and downtrodden often believe that God is on their side in their rebellion against the rich and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 18:1-7, Isaiah 59:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Myth 6: Believe In Yourself Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 26, 2023

Like all of the myths we have talked about in this series, there is a bit of truth in the saying - and it is often spoken from great intentions.

- Myths Some Christians Believe - Believe In Yourself Introduction Myths Some Christians Believe that we have talked about in this series: God Won’t Give Me More Than I Can Handle. God Just Wants Me to Be Happy. I Could Never Forgive that Person. Follow Your Heart. “God Really Doesn’t Care”. ...read more

Scripture: James 4:10, Proverbs 14:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ultimately Love Is Salvation

Contributed by Colin Mcgeer on Aug 6, 2023

His love endures forever. God loves all people created by Him. God feeds and sustains us with the Bread of Life. Jesus is the demonstration of the Father's extravagant love. God is love.

Psalm 100 Make a joyful shout to the Lord, all you lands! 2 Serve the Lord with gladness; Come before His presence with singing. 3 Know that the Lord, He is God; It is He who has made us, and not we ourselves; We are His people and the sheep of His pasture. 4 Enter into His gates with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:34-37, Philippians 2:9-11, Revelation 7:9-10, Luke 15:1-7, 1 John 4:16  (view more)  (view less)

Closed Doors

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 13, 2023

God comes to us even through our doubts closed minds revealing the truth of the risen Lord.

Closed Doors – John 20: 19 - 31 Intro: Imagine with me this morning. I want you to imagine that your best friend, whom we shall call Jean, died about a week ago. Yesterday you met another friend of yours who came up to you and said, “You’ll never guess who I saw ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Three Attitudes Toward The Resurrection

Contributed by Grant Adams on May 20, 2023

What attitudes were seen toward the resurrection? Some attitudes were understandable, but some weren't. What is your attitude toward the resurrection?

This is Easter Sunday, an especially important day in the heart and lives of those who love the Lord Jesus Christ. Over 2000 years ago our Lord was crucified, buried, and rose again, 1 Corinthians 15:1-4. This was a new beginning for us and all who would follow and serve Christ. This is why we meet ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:15-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Authority Of Jesus

Contributed by Gary Holt on Aug 31, 2024

Jesus is God in the flesh. He wants us to believe in Him and for people to submit to His authority with genuine faith.

“The Authority of Jesus” John 2:18-25 One Sunday a visitor showed up: - to a more formal, liturgical church - than he was used to attending. The church was so quiet you could hear a pin drop: - That made it even more obvious - when this visitor got excited about something the minister said and ...read more

Scripture: John 2:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Do You Believe Jesus Can Do For You?

Contributed by Boniface Simiyu on Oct 11, 2024

Many people hear about Jesus but dont read scripture and consequently are limited in believing in the ability of Jesus to perform miracles or acts towards them. There are times what you believe Jesus can do, He will do.

The passage from Matthew 9:27-29, where two blind men cry out to Jesus for healing, provides a profound insight into the role of faith in receiving from Christ. Jesus asks the men, “Do you believe that I am able to do this?” and upon their affirmative response, He touches their eyes and declares, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:27-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fighting The Dry Times Series

Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on May 4, 2024

THERE ARE TIMES IN THE LIFE OF EVERY BELIEVER IN CHRIST THAT WE GO THROUGH SEASONS WHERE GOD SEEMS DISTANT. DURING THOSE TIMES WE NEED TO FIGHT ON THROUGH THE DRYNESS TO STRIKE THE LIVING WATERS.

Introduction Psalm 90 stands out as a piece of spiritual poetry, distinct in its meditation on the human condition in relation to God’s eternity. Traditionally attributed to Moses, making it the oldest in the Psalter, this psalm offers a contemplative look at God’s infinity contrasted with human ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Shield Of Faith Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on May 13, 2024

Paul commands believers to take up the shield of faith and extinguish the lies of the evil one by trusting in God's faithfulness.

Stand - The Shield of Faith Ephesians 6:10-17 Chenoa Baptist Church Pastor Jefferson M. Willams 05-12–2024 [Armor of God bumper] Hail! Several years ago, I traveled with two friends to Wyoming to hike the Tetons. We hiked nine hours nearly straight up and camped near the Continental ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Faith

Contributed by Kevin Eckhart on May 29, 2024

‘biblical faith is not a vague hope grounded in imaginary, wishful thinking. Instead, faith is a settled confidence that something in the future – something that is not yet seen has been promised by God – will actually come to pass because God will bring is about’.

o Biblical faith is a confident trust in the eternal God who is all-powerful, infinitely wise, eternally trustworthy – and God who has revealed Himself in his word and in the person of Jesus Christ, whose promises have proven true from generation to generation and who will never leave nor forsake ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1

Knowing And Standing On What You Believe

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Nov 29, 2024

I believe that the people of God are about to have their belief tried and our faith is about to be tested and shaken to its core, the form of godliness will not be able to stand.

Knowing and Standing on what you Believe By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - We are living in a time of uncertainty, darkness, fear, gloom, desperation, and anxiety as gripped our nation, people are literally sitting on the edge wondering what is coming next. It seems as if every 10 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5, 2 Corinthians 2:5

Denomination: Apostolic