Sermons on Crazy Faith:

Equipped With Child Like Faith...not Childish Faith

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Nov 7, 2007

A sermon that looks explores Jesus teaching that Christians have a childlike...not a childish faith

This morning I would like you to think about your faith. When is your faith child like and when is it childish? This morning’s Gospel points out there is a difference. There is a difference between child like faith and being childish with our faith. Jesus gives us a child like faith. He wants us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:16-30

Denomination: Lutheran

There Is Power In Faith ! Do You Have Faith In The Power?

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Feb 2, 2018

This is a sermon that was used for a Healing and wholeness service with anointing with oil and prayer for all who came forward to receive.

James 5:13-18 There is Power in the faith, do you have Faith in the Power? There is a Power that is available to us that can: 1. Cure our physical ailments 2. Reduce our pain and possibly eliminate it all together. 3. calm us when we are anxious 4. eliminate stress from our lives 5. help us ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Faith Is, What Faith Isn't Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 20, 2017

Today, let’s look at the motivation for gratefulness Paul lists: the Colossians’ faith and love, which are both based on their hope in the truth of the Good News. Today, we’ll focus on FAITH

3 We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, 4 because we have heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love you have for all God’s people— 5 the faith and love that spring from the hope stored up for you in heaven and about which you have already heard in ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-6

Denomination: *other

Faith And Freedom: America's Greatness Is Established In America's Faith

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jun 30, 2015

The rise of Christianity in the West propelled Western nations to great advances in science, economics and politics. This Christian foundation is the basis for America's freedom and greatness, and is in great danger as America turns away from God.

This week, America celebrates 239 years of political independence. But Freedom is more threatened now than at any time since the General Howe nearly defeated Washington’s army on the shores of Long Island in 1776. Friday’s ruling by the US Supreme Court is not ultimately about ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Women Of Faith Sermon I: Rahab: Courageous Faith Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jun 24, 2020

When any of us gets caught up in worldly pursuits that have devastating effects on one's own life as well as the lives of others, God's amazing grace and providential care provides a way of salvation - if we only trust Him.

RAHAB: COURAGEOUS FAITH The LORD our God – omnipotent, omniscient, omnipresent – is at it again: this time working in and through the lives of certain women who love and trust God - to bring about good in their own lives and in ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-14

Women Of Faith Sermon Ii: Hannah: Confident Faith Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jun 24, 2020

When God's children get depressed over circumstances beyond our control, the Spirit reminds us of our Father's constant presence, and, makes us confident that our fervent prayers will be answered in keeping with God's Will.

HANNAH: CONFIDENT FAITH “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” One of those axioms we’ve heard most of our lives! But my take on it: I’m glad the makers of black and white TV did not see it that way. We like color television a ...read more

Women Of Faith Sermon Iii: Abigail: Determined Faith Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jun 24, 2020

When we feel frustrated due to dire circumstances and are tempted to re-act negatively, the more mature among God's children rely on sensibility, humility and wise counsel to prevent tragedy and to preserve positive outcomes.

ABIGAIL: DETERMINED FAITH On a bulletin board in an electrical contractor’s shop a block away from our church, a poster read: “Before opening mouth, be sure brain is in gear”! Another bit of wise counsel: “Think ...read more

Our God Is Faithful...so Let Us Be Faithful

Contributed by Matt Skiles on Mar 14, 2024

We must follow the example of Jesus our Lord and be faithful to our Heavenly Father.

Scripture Text: Hebrews 3:1-6-Therefore, holy brethren, partakers of the heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our confession, Christ Jesus, 2 who was faithful to Him who appointed Him, as Moses also was faithful in all His house. 3 For this One has been counted worthy of more ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Paralyzed By Life; Healed By Faith

Contributed by R. Joseph Owles on Jun 23, 2011

Four things we can learn from Mark's story of the paralytic being brought to Jesus

There was a man, who was a workaholic. He had a son, who was about seven years old, and like most seven-year-olds, he wanted to spend time with his father, playing catch or some other activity. The father kept promising to spend time with his son, but he was always breaking his promises because the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Catholic

When Jesus Says Come

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 12, 2011

When Jesus Says Come: He has just opened a door for you to a greater life than you could imagine, but it will cost you something to get it.

I prophesy right now that before this message is over, somebody is going to hear Jesus say come. It’s going to be just as real for you as it was for Peter on that stormy night, Jesus has not changed and he is still calling people to walk on the water and somebody ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

It Takes Faith (Part Four) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 10, 2017

Last week we looked at Hebrews 11:5-6 and the account of Enoch. The next verse in Hebrews talks about Enoch's great-grandson, Noah. As we continue our series on what it takes faith to do we'll see how it takes faith to commit to the seemingly impossible.

IT TAKES FAITH (part four) Hebrews 11:7 INTRODUCTION: Last week we looked at Hebrews 11:5-6 and the account of Enoch. The next verse in Hebrews talks about Enoch's great-grandson, Noah. As we continue our series on what it takes faith to do we'll see it takes faith to commit to the seemingly ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:7, Genesis 6:9-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Remember Cousin John

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Jan 29, 2009

Everyone has relatives that seem strange. Jesus was not any different except that the crazy opinions and words were from God.

It happened for the first time this week…I was asked the question that I dread…Are you ready for Christmas? My standard response is to say that it is not Christmas Eve yet? I ask what the big hurry is….? My point of view on Christmas shopping is not well received at my house. I am not ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Congregational

Riding The Roller Coaster Of Faith

Contributed by Bruce Goettsche on Mar 18, 2002

Palm Sunday

"Riding the Roller Coaster of Faith" Palm Sunday 2001 ©April 8, 2001 by Rev. Bruce Goettsche Each year when it comes to Palm Sunday I try to look at the celebration from a little different angle. I do this because I know the way I am. Familiar stories tend to cause me to drift into a mode that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:9-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

7 Fears Defeated By Faith

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 10, 2016

We look at 7 fears spoken of in Psalm 91, what they are, and the solution God gives us to eradicate them.

7 FEARS DEFEATED BY FAITH Ps. 91:1-13 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: ‘I MAY BE CRAZY’ 1. A man was driving past the Insane Asylum at Rusk, Texas, when one of his tires began to vibrate badly. 2. He stopped, got out and looked, and discovered that all but one of his lug nuts were missing and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Faithful Messengers Series

Contributed by Philip Kruis on Dec 17, 2001

God uses his faithful messengers, both throught their presence and their message, to assure that message sent is message received.

God’s Faithful Messengers Luke 1:26-38, 2:8-14 Introduction: "I know you believe you understand what you think I said, but I’m not sure you realize that what you heard is not what I meant." Wow! How many times do we communicate like that? Far too often I imagine. I’m currently doing premarital ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14, Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed