Sermons on Believed:

Who Can Believe It?

Contributed by Patrick Lane on Dec 20, 2000

We often miss God because we only look in the expected places

Who could believe it? Who would have ever thought it would have come to this? Such a powerful and glaring historical spectacle, nothing has gone as it seemed…. All of the professionals and most of the amatures got this one wrong. In fact as I read the record, no one suggested at any time that ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Seven Responsibilities Of The True Believer

Contributed by Jonathan Stockton on Jan 5, 2001

We are called to salvation and then called to service. We have a duty to live for Jesus and be His people.

Seven Responsibilities of the true Believer Jude 1:20-23 20 But ye, beloved, (1)building up yourselves on your most holy faith, (2)praying in the Holy Ghost, 21 (3)Keep yourselves in the love of God, (4)looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life. 22 And (5)of some have ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

We Believe In The Triune God

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jun 1, 2002

TRINITY SUNDAY(B) - May 26, 2002 - We believe in the Triune God as we are led by the Holy Spirit, loved by our heavenly Father, and heirs with God’s very own Son.

WE BELIEVE IN THE TRIUNE GOD (AND AS CHILDREN OF GOD WE ARE) I. Led by the Holy Spirit II. Loved by our Father III. Heirs with God’s Son Romans 8:14-17 - May 26. 2002 14because those who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God. 15For you did not receive a spirit that makes you a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Seven Qualities Of Bonfire Believers

Contributed by William Yates on Jun 12, 2002

This sermon discusses seven traits of believers who blaze as bonfires for Christ!

Then I said, “I will not make mention of Him, Nor speak anymore in His name.” But His word was in my heart like a burning fire shut up in my bones; I was weary of holding it back, And I could not.” –Jer 20:9 NKJV When you read this verse in context with the rest of this passage in Jeremiah 20 you ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 20:9

We Believe And Therefore Speak

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jun 13, 2002

PENTECOST 3(B) - June 9, 2002 We believe and therefore speak that Christ is raised from the dead and therefore our burdens are lifted.

WE BELIEVE AND THEREFORE SPEAK 2 Corinthians 4:13-18 - June 9, 2002 13It is written: "I believed; therefore I have spoken." With that same spirit of faith we also believe and therefore speak, 14because we know that the one who raised the Lord Jesus from the dead will also raise us with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:13-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Don't Believe The Hype

Contributed by Kirk Devine on Jun 26, 2002

Deals with the consequences of giving in to the tactics of the enemy.

DON’T BELIEVE THE HYPE GENESIS 3:1-19 I believe that we’re living in a time where acceptance plays a big part in our society… We’re living in a time where everybody is looking for an excuse to do what they want to do… We’re living in a time where everybody wants the green light to act according ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do Muslims Believe In Jesus?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 28, 2002

This sermon explores nine fundamental differences between Christian and Muslim beliefs.

People have long talked about the idea that “all religions are basically saying the same thing.” This morning we want to examine that idea a little more closely when it comes to Christians and Muslims. Muslims mention Jesus and claim to revere him, so we ask the question, “Do Muslims ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

Glory To God By Uniting Believers

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE MINISTRY OF CHRIST BRINGS GLORY TO GOD BY UNITING BELIEVERS TOGETHER IN PRAISE AND HOPE 1.

THE MINISTRY OF CHRIST BRINGS GLORY TO GOD BY UNITING BELIEVERS TOGETHER IN PRAISE AND HOPE 1. Christ's Ministry was to Receive Us with Open Arms; so we must be "open armed" toward one another (:7) 2. Christ's ministry was Intended to Bring God Praise from 2 Different Groups -- Jews and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:7-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I'm A Believer, Not A Feeler

Contributed by Mark Atherton on May 1, 2001

Let’s live by God’s word not our emotions

When I feel worthless, I choose to believe God 1 Peter 2:9-10 When I feel condemned, I choose to believe God Romans 8:1 When I feel unforgiven, I choose to believe God 1John 1:9 When I feel misunderstood, I choose to believe God Psalm 139:1-4 When I feel rejected, I choose to believe God Mt. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Holiness

What Do You Believe

Contributed by Harold Nichols on May 14, 2001

DO YOU BELIEVE WHAT YOUR PREACHER TEACHES OR WHAT GOD SAYS?

WHAT IS IT YOU BELIEVE? TEXT: II Tim.2:15 STUDY TO SHOW THYSELF APPROVED UNTO GOD, A WORKMAN THAT NEEDETH NOT TO BE ASHAMED RIGHTLY DIVIDING THE WORD OF TRUTH. INTRODUCTION: FRIENDS STUDY THE VERSES, JUST LOOK THEM OVER FIRST. II TIMOTHY 3:1, 4:3-5, I TIMOTHY 4:2, II THESSALONIANS 2:11, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

I Believe In Jesus Christ

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

As we continue through the Apostles Creed, we consider what this statement means and how it affect our pattern of living.

Introductory Considerations 1. How many words does a person speak in a lifetime? Did a little calculation - if I speak 10 words a minute on average, I would speak over 500,000 per year. In life of 70 years - 35 million words. 2. Some important - vows when married, confession of faith. Some ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:11-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Believer's Victory Over The Devil

Contributed by David Cambridge on Jul 27, 2002

Jesus defeated the Devil on the cross and believers must enter into that victory. This lesson lists the aids that God has given us to overcome Satan.

The Believer’s Victory Over The Devil Introduction 1. For Jesus, a holy life brought conflict, and so it does for the Christian (2 Timothy 3:12). And for Jesus, living a holy life brought victory, and so it will for us (1 John 2:13). 2. Jesus draws a parallel between Himself and us in this ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:13, Revelation 3:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christ Is The Sure Anchor Of The Believer

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Nov 7, 2002

The story of a ship in danger of drifting in a storm but kept safe by its anchor when it fastened to an immoveable object. A Parable of the believer’s security in Christ.

CHRIST IS THE SURE ANCHOR OF THE BELIEVER Our harbour isn’t big enough to take the cruise liners that visit our Island. They have to stay out in the channel, half a mile from the harbour mouth. We may wonder if they’re secure from drifting when their great engines are no longer turning, when the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

I Believe In God The Father Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jun 29, 2003

1. Faith must be specific. 2. Faith calls for surrender. 3. Faith must be adequate. 4. Faith must be personal.

Some time ago I read a bumper sticker which said, “Keep the Faith” printed in bold black letters. But underneath was another line in smaller print that said, “If you have any left.” We live in a very cynical and skeptical world, and many people are unsure of exactly what they are supposed to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 53:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

I Believe In Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jul 6, 2003

I believe in Jesus Christ because: 1. He makes life work. 2. He is the only way. 3. I have experienced him. 4. He is Lord.

It was a beautiful summer evening in Shadyside, Ohio, where I had taken the youth group down to the Ohio River for our meeting. It was an interesting time, not only because we had fun talking and eating by the fire, but also because we had unexpected visitors. From across the river, at ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Methodist