Sermons on Believe It:

Stephen Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Aug 8, 2022

This sermon is about the story of the martyrdom of Stephen and applications for the church and believers today.

If you have your Bibles and you want to follow along, we are going to be looking at a lot of scripture today starting with the sixth chapter of Acts, verse 1. Acts 6:1. Before I start, I have the opening question of the day. How many of you know the name Jon Gosselin? A few of you know him. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-15, Acts 7:1-60

Denomination: Christian Church

The Easter People

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Mar 27, 2024

The Easter people are people who believe and follow Jesus' teachings.

John 20:1-18 Easter People Easter People Pope John Paul 11 said “We are an Easter People and Alleluia is our song!” • Christians believe they are Easter people because the resurrection of Jesus shows that suffering, disappointment, and death can be transformed into new life. 1. The Easter ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

Daring To Commit Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jun 4, 2025

As believers in Jesus we must be committed to exalting, embracing, equipping and extending

DARING TO COMMIT When was the last time to went to an all you can eat buffet? It is funny to watch people in line. They stand in front of the salad area they and think, I really don’t want to fill up my plate; there might be something better later on. Then they go down a little bit further to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:13

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Embracing The Fasting Journey: A Lenten Challenge SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

A sermon to inspire believers to engage in a period of fasting during the Lenten Season.

The six weeks before Easter is called the "Lenten Season". It is a time to focus on the suffering, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Jesus died for our sins, giving us life, and through His resurrection, we have the hope of eternal life in heaven. • Lent comes from the word "lengthen," ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5-6

Topics: Christian Disciplines, Fasting, Lent

Pressing To The End PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

Explore the authority of Christ, the audacity of the Pharisees, and the call for believers to persist in their faith.

Good morning, Church family! I'm feeling particularly moved today as we dive into a powerful passage from the Gospel of Matthew. This passage is like a complex painting, with layers upon layers of deep, spiritual meaning. It speaks about the authority of Christ, the audacity of the Pharisees, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-32

Topics: Pressing, End

When The Trumpet Sounds PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Explore the significance of the Lord's trumpet, the rapture of believers, and the comfort these truths provide.

Good morning, Church. Today's sermon is going to delve into some deeply profound and comforting truths found in the Word of God. We're going to be looking at the significance of the sounding of the trumpet of the Lord and the rapture and comfort of the believers. These passages speak to the hope we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:51-54, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Topics: Trumpet, Resurrection

God Specializes PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 5, 2023

To remind believers of God's unwavering love, protection, and strength in difficult times.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. Today, we're going to be delving into a powerful passage from 2nd Corinthians, one that speaks of God's special care for His people, His strength in difficult times, and His faithfulness in every situation. This passage is a testament to our God's unwavering love ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:32-33

Topics: Basket Case

United We Stand, Divided We Fall PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 12, 2023

To emphasize the importance and blessings of unity and fellowship among believers, and the dangers of division.

Good morning, family. Today, let's open our hearts and minds to God's Word from Psalm 133, a beautiful psalm of unity and brotherhood. It's a short psalm, but packed with wisdom and truth. Opening Scripture Reading – "Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! ...read more

Topics: Unity, Strength

Accept What God Allows PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 2, 2023

This funeral sermon is aimed at comforting believers as they mourn the loss of a precious daughter.

On behalf of the family of _______ I wish to thank each one of you for being here today. Despite the immense difficulty of today, we have the promises found in the Scriptures to cling to. We gather here today under the loving gaze of our Creator. We are here to find comfort, to seek wisdom, and to ...read more

Scripture: Job 14:1

Topics: Funeral

Telling His Story Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 29, 2003

This message will focus on the salvation message in order to help believers learn a gospel presentation they can share with their friends. Believers are also urged to invite their non-Christian friends and family members to this “reaping” service.

Telling His Story Rev. Brian Bill 3/18/01 I want to begin this morning by reading part of an article written by Bob Greene, a nationally syndicated columnist. “In the hours after the carnage at the school near San Diego—as the sick, too familiar, pit-of-the-stomach feelings returned—the nation ...read more

Scripture: John 1:12, 1 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Baptist

Enemies Of Christ / Citizens Of The Kingdom

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Mar 7, 2004

Lent 2: Paul warns the Philippian believers of a certain group of people he refers to as enemies of the Cross. In this warning, Paul refers to the destruction that awaits the enemies of Christ and the blessed Citizenship in heaven for the believer.

Beloved, I want you to know that there are forces that would call you away from Christ. The enemies of the Cross would like nothing better than to deceive people and lead them away Christ. Misery loves company – and so satan and his followers look to see how many can be deceived into becoming one ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

"Treasure With Heart"

Contributed by Steven Old on Jun 14, 2002

With so many choices in the world, it is hard for the believer to know where to place their time, skill, and all of their heart. In Matthew 6:19-21, Jesus gives us a perfect answer for the seeking believer.

Sermon “ Treasure with Heart” By: Steven Old Introduction: What do you treasure? In a world with so many choices, a believer can get confused, in where he should place his treasure. Most people value their family, spouse, children, relative, friends, etc. Society tells us we need to value, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

Keep On Running This Race

Contributed by John Baggett on Jul 2, 2003

Here is another Messasge of Encouragement to those who are believers and to those who would become believers. Keeping our Faith at Full Speed and knowing the race we run has purpose and value.

Keep on running this race! Philippians 3:14 How many of you came to God’s house and you are just so well rested and ready to run a race? (Some of you are looking at me with that look He’s lost his mind). How many of you would like to go outside and do sprints across the church property? It’s ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:14

Denomination: Baptist

Beat The Blues With Jesus

Contributed by Robert Parker on Oct 8, 2001

Let not your heart be troubled. You believe in God, believe also in me. Jesus has made a way through any trial or tribulation! Let not your heart be troubled saints of God

Looking closely at this scripture, the words of Jesus himself, we must take a moment to remind ourselves of what has just occurred here. These words from the master come after one of the most famous historical events in biblical history. The Last Supper… And it is here, were Jesus has just ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1

Denomination: Christian Church

Keeping The Faith

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Oct 28, 2007

We have hope only because we have faith. We only hope for what we believe is attainable. And we believe, or have faith, in God because of his love for us.

(Lectionary Reading is 2 Timothy 4:6-8,16-18 -- 9-15 is left out) Collect prayer: Almighty and everlasting God, increase in us the gifts of faith, hope, and charity; and, that we may obtain what you promise, make us love what you command; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-18

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican