Sermons on Big Faith:

What Is Faith?

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 22, 2022

A main theme of the book of Hebrews is faith. Was the Gospel also preached to ancient Israel? What was missing?

A main theme of the book of Hebrews is faith. Was the Gospel also preached to ancient Israel? What was missing? “For we also have had the good news proclaimed to us, just as they did; but the message they heard was of no value to them, because they did not share the faith of those who obeyed.” ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Saving Faith

Contributed by Chris Cuthbertson on Aug 9, 2022

I think the most important question of our lives is that question… WHAT MUST I DO TO BE SAVED? How can I be confident that when I die, my sins are forgiven, and I have the promise of living eternally with Christ?

Faith Acts 16: 25 – 32 The apostle Paul was thrown into jail for preaching about Christ in the city of Philippi. He and his companion Silas were beaten and then chained to an inner dungeon. The Bible records that Paul and Silas prayed and sang praises to God, and the prisoners heard them. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-32, John 14:9, Colossians 2:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith And Heritage Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 12, 2022

2 Timothy 1:3-7 shows us what God uses to fashion us for his service.

Introduction The actor Sean Connery has had many memorable movie roles. He is best known for playing James Bond in six of the James Bond movies. However, Sean Connery has also rejected more than a handful of now-iconic parts. Perhaps most famously, Connery turned down the part of Gandalf in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:3-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Faithful And Obedient

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Aug 19, 2022

The Faithful and Obedient

  The Faithful and Obedient   Scripture Luke 12:32-48   Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, Being faithful is the theme of the scripture text. Being faithful does not mean being a slave. Being faithful is knowing the Master. How do we know the Master? Learning people or knowing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-48

Denomination: Other

Functional Faith Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 20, 2022

Hebrews 11:6 tells us "it is impossible to please God without faith. Anyone who wants to come to Him must believe that God exists and that He rewards those who sincerely seek Him."

Functional Faith He personally carried our sins in His body on the cross so that we can be dead to sin and live for what is right. By His wounds, you are healed. (1 Peter 2:24) Here is a controversial statement "Everyone has faith." Every person in this world has faith in something or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:24, Hebrews 11:6, Matthew 13:58, 1 Peter 5:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

For Increasing Faith Series

Contributed by Scott Jewell on Feb 11, 2024

Paul gives thanks for the church at Thessalonica because they were growing despite persecution. How can we learn to pray from his example?

From time to time, I enjoy reading prayers parents share that were prayed by their children. Here are just a few prayers of thanks that I have come across. Dear Lord, thank you that we can come to church today and thank you that no one got their head crushed or lost their arm on the way here. Dear ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:3-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith In Silence Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 14, 2024

Faith in Silence

Psalm 10:1; 12-18 Faith in Silence I. The Problem - 1 Why standest thou afar off, O LORD? why hidest thou thyself in times of trouble? i. Distance - Why standest thou afar off ii. Disinterest - why hidest thou thyself iii. Disdain - in times of trouble II. The Prayer - (12-15) i. The ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Active Faith Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Mar 20, 2024

Do we understand the importance of an active faith and it's potential outcome?

Today we are continuing in our Genesis series: From Dust to Life. In Genesis 6, God warns Noah of the impending judgment coming on the earth, but He made a way for the salvation of Noah, his family, and the plethora of land animals. In chapter 7 the author doesn’t focus on Noah's building ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 7:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fearless Faith

Contributed by Lonnie Erwin on Feb 26, 2022

As Christians must not live in fear. We can either live on the "Solid Rock" or the shifting sands of the world. We need fearless faith knowing our hope, our faith, and our confidence is found in Jesus.

Intro: The Journey of life is not an easy it can be joyful or full of disappointments, dark, and painful. How quickly we become fearful and disheartened and find ourselves living in fear, wondering what’s next. As Christians, we don’t have to live that way. We can either live on the "Solid ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-14, Joshua 1:6-7, 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

A Soiled Faith

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 6, 2022

Jeremiah's prophecy of the sash. The effort put forth in holding up one’s clothes represents a willingness to labor for the Lord, and letting ones clothes drag along the ground is symbolic of laziness and a lack of zeal for God's work.

In days of old, ladies who wore long dresses would lift them up past their ankles when they were walking near a mud puddle or climbing up some stairs. One reason why they did this was so they would not trip and fall; but another reason was to keep their clothing nice and clean. In order to keep ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 13:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Justification By Faith Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 12, 2022

Justification by Faith is the base of Christianity. Man could not reach God with his morality, offerings and efforts. So Justification is done through faith. Whoever believes in God is justified.

Romans 3:21-31, Justification by Faith Introduction: Justification by Faith is the base of Christianity. Man could not reach God with his morality, offerings and efforts. So Justification is done through faith. Whoever believes in God is justified. Romans 3:21-24 Invaluable Justice The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-31

Denomination: Methodist

The Importance Of Faith Series

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Mar 13, 2022

The bible definitely declares that faith is all important in our relationship with God. A life without faith is sin; Romans 14:23.

THE IMPORTANCE OF FAITH TEXT: HEB 11:6, MATTHEW 21:21, HEB 10:35-39 The bible definitely declares that faith is all important in our relationship with God. A life without faith is sin; Romans 14:23. There should not be any expectations from God without having faith in Him for provisions. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:35-39, Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Faith And Fealty Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Dec 1, 2025

As the disciples as Jesus to increase their faith, Jesus urges that faith is more a matter of quality than quantity. Our ultimate responsibility is faithful obedience.

Faith is an interesting issue. Over the years, I’ve heard stories of people who seemed to demonstrate great faith as they recounted the ways that God has answered prayer. One such person was George Mueller. He lived from 1805-1898. In an era when people would pay “pew rents” in order to have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:5-10, Deuteronomy 32:20, Habakkuk 2:4, Mark 4:30-32, 1 Corinthians 15:58, Matthew 25:21, Matthew 11:29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Strengthened By Faith

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 2, 2025

Philippians 4:13 assures us that we can overcome challenges through Christ’s empowerment, affirming our hope and strength.

I. You Are Wonderfully Made Scripture: Psalm 139:14 - "I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well." A. God’s Intentional Design Scripture: Jeremiah 1:5 - "Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you, before you were ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13

Denomination: Church Of God

Interceding With Faith Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 28, 2025

This is the 10th Sermon from Genesis about the life of Abraham, "Called To Promise".

Series: Called To Promise [#10] INTERCEDING WITH FAITH Genesis 18:16-33 Introduction: In the journey of faith, intercession holds a vital place. It is the act of standing in the gap for others, bringing their needs before God with confidence and trust in His mercy. Genesis 18 presents us with ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:16-33

Denomination: Baptist