Sermons on believing in vain: showing 1,096-1,110 of 161,497

Heathen Believers (The Magi) Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 28, 2020

Do some Christians disbelieve God? Let’s see how non-Christians can put some long-time believers to shame. Let’s look at the failure of many believers and the faith of novices in Matthew 2:1-12.

Intro: Do some Christians disbelieve God? Goal: Let’s see how non-Christians can put some long-time believers to shame. Plan: Let’s look at the failure of many believers and the faith of novices in Matthew 2:1-12. The Herods Matthew 2:1 Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

You May Not Believe This...

Contributed by Eugene Moore on Apr 3, 2020

Open your Bibles to the 24th chapter of Luke at verse 12, I want to preach this Easter Sunday Morning, “You May Not Believe This...”

Beloved here we are. Another resurrection Sunday morning.Another time to celebrate the triumphant victory of our lord Jesus Christ over death, hell, and the grave. We come to recall salvation history, about how a God who lived upstairs, knowing the adoration of angels moved downstairs to know the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:12

Seeing And Believing - An Easter Sermon

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Apr 11, 2020

A message about the experience of Mary, John and Peter on the morning of the resurrection

Easter Sunday Online Sermon April 12, 2020 - Seeing and Believing It is Resurrection Sunday. It is a day that we Remember Jesus’ triumph over death Renew our commitment to the One in Whom we believe Proclaim that light is greater than darkness That God is stronger than Satan That we are ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seeing Is Believing (Part One)

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Apr 20, 2020

This is part one of a two part series on the resurrection appearances to Mary and the disciples.

SEEING IS BELIEVING (part one) JOHN 20:1-18 In September, 1938, a man who lived on Long Island ordered an expensive barometer. When it arrived he was extremely disappointed to find that the dial was stuck; it pointed to “Hurricane.” This can't be right; hurricanes don't happen around here. ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18, Psalm 34:18, Galatians 3:26-27, Mark 16:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Seeing Is Believing (Part Two)

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Apr 27, 2020

Last week we looked at Jesus' resurrection appearance to Mary. She went and told the Apostles but they didn't believe her. They were unwilling to believe that Jesus had risen from the dead unless they saw him with their own eyes. And see him they would!

SEEING IS BELIEVING (part two) John 20:19-31 Last week we looked at Jesus' resurrection appearance to Mary. Before that, she noticed the tomb was empty. She went to tell the Apostles and Peter and John raced to the tomb and found it empty, just as Mary had said. Then, after she encountered the ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31, 1 Peter 1:8-9, John 21:25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Truth About The Security Of The Believer

Contributed by Grant Adams on May 6, 2020

God does all things well. God’s work always bears with it a twofold mark. His work is always perfect and His work is always complete.

1. God does all things well. God’s work always bears with it a twofold mark. a. God’s work is always perfect. 1) Verse 3, Peter says salvation is being begotten again, being born again. 2) John 3:3; 1 Peter 1:23; There are no abnormal births in the family of God. 3) Salvation is a work of God. It ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Believe The Words Jesus Speaks

Contributed by Jamey Stewart on May 6, 2020

This message describes the blessings one receive while believing God’s Word. Namely answered prayer, strengthened faith, & a mighty influence.

Believe The Words Jesus Speaks (50) 1. You Will Receive Answers To Your Prayers - You can go to Jesus in prayer (47b) . Taking your needs to Him(47b) . And specifically telling Him what you need Him to do (47c) - Keep your faith in Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 4:46-54

Denomination: Pentecostal

Amazing Grace For Backsliding Believers

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 1, 2021

The LORD also hath put away thy sin - 2 Samuel 12:13.

AMAZING GRACE FOR BACKSLIDING BELIEVERS. 2 Samuel 11:26-12:13. It is not my purpose at this time to go into all the sordid details of David’s sin with Bathsheba, and his subsequent conspiracy to murder her husband. All this is explicit in chapters 11 and 12 of second Samuel. My purpose ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:26-27, 2 Samuel 12:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Believe The Bible Is Reliable Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Dec 11, 2018

An apologetic of the reliability of the Bible

Call Me Crazy – I Believe the Bible 11/1/15 Various Text Sunday AM Have you ever done anything crazy? I mean just ridiculous – even ludicrous! Like jump from a perfectly good airplane or go bungee jumping. One of the craziest things I ever did (and lived to tell about it) was lean out over ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16, Hebrews 4:12, 1 Peter 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Non-Believers In Church Ministry

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 6, 2019

A study in the book of 2 Chronicles 2: 1 – 18

2 Chronicles 2: 1 – 18 Non-believers in church ministry 2 Then Solomon determined to build a temple for the name of the LORD, and a royal house for himself. 2 Solomon selected seventy thousand men to bear burdens, eighty thousand to quarry stone in the mountains, and three thousand six hundred to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 2:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Why Believers Must Be "Separate”

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 10, 2019

God has called His people to be separate from unbelievers, and to separate from so-called believers who are living immoral and profane lives. Yet God has given us the ministry of being spiritual medical doctors to the lost and dying around us.

WHY BELIEVERS MUST BE “SEPARATE” 2 Cor. 6:14-18; Matt. 9:9-13 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: TIMING 1. Most things in life have an expiration date on them. 2. I remember the story about the boy who asked his father, "Dad, are bugs good to eat?" The dad replied, "That's disgusting. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-18, Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who Do You Believe? Series

Contributed by John Brooks on Sep 9, 2018

#3 out of 2 Peter. In 1:12-21 Peter urges the believers to "pay attention" to the Word revealed by the Holy Spirit to the apostles and prophets. Believe them!

WHO DO YOU BELIEVE? "For we did not follow cleverly devised stories when we told you about the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ in power. He received honor and glory from God the Father when the voice came to him from the Majestic Glory, saying, 'This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:12-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do You Believe This? Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Nov 14, 2017

Jesus says, “I am the resurrection and the life. Do you believe this?” It is a personal question, which initiates person struggle and calls for a personal response.

Do you believe this?” John 11:17-27 Jesus says, “I am the resurrection and the life. Do you believe this?” It’s a personal question 1 Corinthians 15:52 Philippians 3:21 It initiates a personal struggle People have and will die for something they believe strongly. But no one will ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-27

Denomination: Baptist

You Are Anointed, Appointed.. Believe It

Contributed by Lorraine Greeff on Sep 20, 2019

Holy Spirit anointing

You are Anointed, Appointed…. Believe it! The origin of anointing was from a practice of shepherds. Lice and other insects would often get into the wool of sheep, they burrow into the sheep’s ears, then proceed to kill the sheep, so ancient shepherds poured oil on the sheep’s head making it ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-27

Denomination: Charismatic

Pulling Down Strongholds In Believers

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Sep 23, 2019

In this message we will demonstrate from a prominent example of a believer with a stronghold, the pain strongholds cause, and strategies for breaking strongholds.

Pulling Down Strongholds in Believers PPT 1 Sermon Title Intro: In this message we will demonstrate from a prominent example of a believer with a stronghold, the pain strongholds cause, and strategies for breaking strongholds. PPT 2 Main Text Ac 8:13 And even Simon himself believed; and after ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 22:42-43, Mark 3:27, 2 Chronicles 32:1-8, Acts 8:13, Acts 8:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal