Sermons on Defend Belief:

Jesus The Great I Am

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Mar 7, 2017

Jesus actually claimed to be God and He did so repeatedly. In fact that is why the Jewish religious leaders were so angry with Jesus. He wouldn’t stop making the claim. He had every right to make the claim and the Jews had a right to be angry

Jesus the Great I Am Exodus 3:14 John 4:21-26 John 18:1-8 Philippians 2:6-11 Revelation 1:8 Today I want to show you how you can prove that Jesus claimed to be God by using His own words from the Gospel of John. Using a highlighter you can become a witness for the Lord. This is the easiest ...read more

Scripture: John 4:21-26, John 3:14, 1 Peter 3:15, 1 Peter 18:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Be Still And Know Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 23, 2020

Psalms reflect the olden historical days, also it serves as a mirror of our struggles and joys. God in this psalm is ever-present, ever-serving, and ever-defending.

Text: Psalm 46 Theme: Be Still and see the Lord 1. TITLE OF THE PSALM The title of the Psalms comes from the Septuagint Greek version. Jews called it Tehillim (Praises – Psalm 145). Psalms have classified as Hymnals, prayers, wisdom teaching, and groups of random poems about God and his relation ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Paul's Model Of Pastoral Care (Acts 20:28-31)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 13, 2024

In the book of Acts, the apostle Paul leaves the city of Ephesus for the last time. In his farewell to the elders of the church, he summarized his work both as a fellow elder and fellow servant of the Lord Jesus Christ

In Acts 20, Paul was about to leave Ephesus and the church he helped to plant. For over three years, he and his fellow elders in the faith worked together to proclaim the message of salvation in Jesus Christ alone. He also spent considerable time teaching the Word of God and sound doctrine ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:18-32, 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9, John 10:28-30, 2 Timothy 4:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Fight For Truth Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 18, 2008

In the Army of the Lord, we are to defend the truth of the Gospel. Jude tells us to Stand Firm, Defend, Build Up, Pray, Seek Jesus, Stay Close, Stay Focused, Remain Strong, Help Others and Rescue them from judgment.

‘Fight for Truth’ The message from Jude is still prevalent today. We must defend the truth of the Gospel. We are to stand firm in our faith and build each other up in it. Basic Outline: In Jude, in vs 3, we must be defenders of the faith. Standing firm in what the bible says, with the ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:3-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Matter Of The Heart Series

Contributed by Alan Adams on Jun 4, 2001

Belief is not a product of ’signs and wonders’ it is a product of faith.

STRATHMOOR PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH PENTECOST SUNDAY -- 05-03-01 -- John 4:43-54 / Isaiah 43:1-9a A MATTER OF THE HEART I. Are you confused yet? (You’re probably not alone -- if you’ve given up -- on tracking Jesus’ whereabouts.) 1. You aught to be confused -- because I have found that ...read more

Scripture: John 4:43-54

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Wish You Were Here: Finding Balance In Relationships Series

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jul 7, 2001

A plea for healthy balance, beliefs, and boundaries in relationships

Postcards from the Past: Finding Balance in Relationships Scripture Reading: 2 John 1-13 He was born in Magdeburg, Germany, in 1905, into a family that for 150 years had traveled throughout Europe, performing in city squares and beer halls as acrobats, jugglers, clowns, ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Believing Is Seeing

Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 15, 2007

Belief in Jesus brings clarity to our lives.

BELIEVING IS SEEING John 20.19-31 S: Resurrection C: Belief Pr: BELIEF IN JESUS BRINGS CLARITY TO OUR LIVES. TS: We will find in our study of John 20.19-31 where our relationship with Jesus begins. Type: Inductive I. PEACE (19-20) II. MISSION (21-23) III. UNBELIEF (24-25) IV. WORSHIP ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

God Love Us & Has A Plan For Us Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Aug 17, 2009

The second in the series of our five core beliefs.

God Loves Us & Has a Plan for Us 1 John 4:7-21 * Let’s begin our time by reminding ourselves of what our Core beliefs are. These are the beliefs on which we can build our lives. Read them with me. 1. The Bible is our Guide Book 2. God loves us and has a plan for us 3. All people matter to ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Baptist

All People Matter To God Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Aug 24, 2009

Highlighting our 3rd Core belief

All People Matter To God Matthew 9:35-38 * Have you ever sat in an airport or a mall and just watch people? What an interesting and revealing time that is! You’ll see people of all races, cultures, and interest. You find their “attire” to be markedly different because God makes all people a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Baptist

We Seek To Honor God In All We Do Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Aug 31, 2009

Based on the HBC 4th Core belief.

We Seek To Honor God in All We Do Matthew 6:24-33 * We are in the fourth week of our five week series on the HBC Core Beliefs. Have you noticed that every belief builds on the foundation of the prior belief. If the first one (The Bible is our guide book) does not become personalized, then you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-33

Denomination: Baptist

Tested By Plans For The Future: Lesson 17

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 4, 2013

God tests us by our belief in salvation

A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 24:1-67 1. Why is this story included in scriptures? Abraham sends his servant back to his family in Mesopotamia to find a bride for his son Isaac. The story includes incidents how God worked in small details for the servant to find Rebekah and return her to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-67

Denomination: Baptist

About The Sovereign Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jan 18, 2016

A sermon series on the major theological beliefs in Christianity.

Series – “Does It Matter What You Believe?” Luke 1:1 Forasmuch as many have taken in hand to set forth in order a declaration of those things which are most surely believed among us, KJV “About the Sovereign” Deuteronomy 6:4-15 4 Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God is ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Religion Can Not Satisfy Nobody Series

Contributed by R. Escoanyelin Ortiz on Nov 10, 2011

to show the emptiness of mere belief without experience

"They hold an apperance of godliness" (2 Timothy 3:5). YOU SEE, WHERE CAN WE FIND TRUE SPIRITUALITY? BELOVED, IT IS NOT ABOUT RELIGION, BUT A SPIRITUAL REALITY THAT CAN BE EXPERIENCED AND ENJOYED. LOOK AT THE SAMARITAN WOMAN, SHE HAD RELIGION, BUT NO HAPPINESS. LOOK AT THE PHARISEES, THEY KNEW THE ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Doctrine Matters Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 8, 2021

Right beliefs should lead to righteous behavior.

How many of you dreaded pop quizzes in school? This week, I learned this is an actual phobia for some people called “testophobia.” I want to begin with a pop quiz to see how well we understand some key doctrines. 1. The Holy Spirit is… a. An impersonal force b. The soul of Jesus c. The third ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

An Inspired Message Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jun 24, 2001

Paul’s Gospel was given to him by God. Therefore it is worth defending. The gospel is Truth - God’s Truth

Compromise is a tricky thing isn’t it? You’re never quite sure whether you’re going too far or not far enough. The trouble is it’s so important in today’s world. JFK once said "Let us never negotiate out of fear, but let us never fear to negotiate." Negotiation, compromise, finding the middle ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-12

Denomination: Anglican