Sermons on Big Faith:

Hero's Of The Faith Part 1

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 30, 2002

This is the first sermon from the Faith hall of fame

Hebrews 11:13-16(With illusions to 11:1-12) To make sure God will not be ashamed of us for our lack of faith Introduction A. Remember a few weeks ago we had Barnabas here? By faith Barnabas left his home and went to live with his uncle to receive and education. That did not happen. So then by ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13-16, Hebrews 11:1-12

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Hero's Of The Faith Part Ii

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 30, 2002

James Dobson wrote tough Love, the author of Hebrews wrote about tough faith

Hebrews 11:17-40 Tough Faith Introduction A. James Dobson wrote a wonderful book callled “Tough Love.” In this book he describes how some times in life you have to use tough love on your kids. This might mean grounding them, or even spanking the child. Out of love to do the things that you ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:17-40

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Where The Battle Of Faith Is Waged

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Sep 17, 2002

A message challenging Christians to move beyond believing faith to "keeping the Faith". This sermon challenges the believer to grow in their Christian Faith.

Where the Battle of Faith is Waged Pastor Glenn Newton 2-20-00 Text: Hebrews 10:35 - 11:2 “So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded. You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised. For in just a very little ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

Walking Through The Door Of Faith

Contributed by Greg Waddell on Nov 30, 2002

The process by which truth can become a life-transforming power.

(The Bible reading can include vv. 28-59) Introduction: A. Jesus is calling us to be His disciples. This calling includes a new commitment to the TRUTH. B. Three important questions: 1. What is the truth? 2. Where can I find the truth? 3. What do I do with it, once I find it? C. ILL: A ...read more

Scripture: John 8:32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Practical Faith For Real Life Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 6, 2002

Jesus was out to prepare His disciples for their greatest trial, His crucifixion. But He was also giving us direction to prepare for the realities of life.

A Practical Faith for Real Life (Matt. 26:31-35, John 13:33-38, Mark 14:27-31; Luke 22:31-38) 1. Students at Bible College/seminaries…lose track of the real world…There used to be an old saying, "It takes 10 years to get over seminary…" 2. In our church, we try to encourage an "honest ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:35-38, Matthew 26:31-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Abraham-An Example Of Faith Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Dec 12, 2002

Just what did Abraham discover about Faith?

Abraham¨CAn Example of Faith Romans 4:1¨C25 INTRODUCTION ¡ñ It is my firm belief that, more than just a timeless letter to Christians about the gospel, Romans was an attempt by Paul to unify a divided church in Rome. ¡ñ Paul would use two points to stress to these Christians the reason they ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Journey From Fear To Faith Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Dec 23, 2002

3rd in series of 4. God called Mary and Joseph to serve him… And Mary and Joseph began a journey of faith that began in a valley of fear.

God called Mary and Joseph to serve him… And Mary and Joseph began a journey of faith that began in a valley of fear. Their fears were not the normal fears of a young couple about to have their first child. No, they had fears that are beyond the scope of our comprehension. Mary was to give birth ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-33, Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Has God Been Faithful?

Contributed by James May on Dec 29, 2002

A reflection of the past year and the things that God has accomplished through the local church and a look at what is ahead.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Faith That Turns Darkness Into Light

Contributed by Paul Kallan on Dec 30, 2002

Put your hand into the hand of God and go out into the darkness. That shall be to you Better than light and safer than a known way.’

Charles Dickens tells the story of Scrooge in “A Christmas Carol”. Scrooge and Marley were business partners as well as life-long friends. Both of them were very greedy, heartless and inhuman to those who worked with them as well as to the needy people around them. Seven years after the death, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:16-21

Denomination: Catholic

Faith That Changes Your Direction!

Contributed by Ronald Crandall on Jan 4, 2003

Challenges us to a faith that changes the current direction we are traveling in to a direction that God is traveling in by our faith.

Faith That Changes Your Direction By: Ron Crandall What is faith that changes your direction? Now that we are looking at the word faith, what, does it say to you this morning? If I were to ask you this morning, what is the essence of Faith could you explain it to me, and give me example of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-9, James 1:12-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

"It's All About Faith"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 25, 2002

God tests us in order to strengthen our faith in Him and our walk with Him.

Genesis 22:1-14 “It’s All About Faith” By: Rev. Kenneth E. Sauer, Pastor, Parkview United Methodist Church Hebrews chapter 11 verses 1 and 2 read like this: “Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. This is what the ancients were commended for.” And this act ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: United Methodist

Keeping The Faith In A Hostile World Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 2, 2002

External and internal conflict, a clash of values

Keeping the faith in a hostile world—Judges chapters 1-2 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts (Scripture Reading: 2:6-19) The slogan of the Outback Steak House is “No Rules—Just Right”…but I suspect that if you showed up and didn’t wait for the hostess, ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:6-19

Denomination: Congregational

The Just Shall Live By Faith

Contributed by Glenn Robinson on Jul 8, 2002

This is a sermon on Romans 1:17 showing how we are justified by faith apart from our works.

Let’s go on a journey back in time almost 500 years ago. Germany, a dimly lit room, a young Augistianian monk studies. He struggled with guilt, he did pilgrimages, penance, masses, prayer – if a monk could be saved by his monkery it was him. After long hours of study the truth of Scripture ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jump-Starting Your Faith

Contributed by Francis Camacho on Jul 9, 2002

How to jump-start your faith in the midst of difficuties

Jump-Starting Your Faith How To Jump-Start Your Faith In The Midst Of Difficulties. Romans 12: 1-2 1Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God’s mercies, to present your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God – this is your logical act of worship. 2 Do not conform any longer to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Lessons From A Farmer

Contributed by Maurice Schaus on Jul 13, 2002

A "City Kid" learns about farming from a small town congregation, and from Jesus Christ, the Lord of the Harvest.

As many of you, I was NOT raised I a farming community. Los Angeles is a long way from the plains of Central Kansas, literally and figuratively. 4H and FFA were things that we only read about in books. While there was some agriculture scattered around the area where I grew up, it certainly wasn’t a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:18-23, Matthew 13:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran