Sermons on Defend Belief:

Kairos Moments

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Mar 29, 2021

This sermon talks about the Kairos moments and the benefit they can have on our spiritual growth if we are willing to follow Jesus' words - "repent and believe."

OUTLINE 1. INTRODUCTION Overview of Discipleship and the benefit of Kairos moments 2. EXPLANATION OF KAIROS VS CHRONOS TIME 3. JESUS’ ANNOUCEMENT OF A KAIROS MOMENT (MARK 1:15) 4. OTHER KAIROS MOMENTS THROUGHOUT OF LIVES – When God uses life’s trials to enter into your reality and offers an ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:15

Denomination: Christian Church

The Serpent Of Brass & Jesus

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 8, 2021

The antidote to snake venom is rare and costly, but if you're the one bitten, no price is too high. Jesus Himself is the anti-venom for the poison of sin. He paid the high price. Have you gotten this transfusion yet? Look at Him and you will live!

THE SERPENT OF BRASS & JESUS Num. 21:4-9 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: NOT SURE OF THE VALUE 1. My 35 year-old son and I had just finished our meal when I realized I’d left my wallet in the truck. As I headed out the door, I told the waitress what had happened. “But don’t worry,” I said with a ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:4-9, John 3:14-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Power Of Faith Activated By Love Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 30, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical principle that faith must be activated and energized by love.

As believers, we're often reminded of the importance of faith in our walk with God. However, faith without love is incomplete and ineffective. In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical principle that faith must be activated and energized by love. The Foundation of Faith and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

#2 We Believe In God's Holy Word - The Bible Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Jul 18, 2022

The Bible is our sole source for our faith and practice. All Scripture references are from the NASB.

Start the message off with short 3 minute video "Written on Your Heart" found at SermonCentral.com Back to Basics. Why? Because so many people who call themselves Christians cannot quantify and define what it is they do believe. A couple of weeks ago we looked at the very beginning ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

Living Missionally In A Changing World

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Jan 23, 2025

This sermon delves into how to live missionally in a rapidly changing world. How do we, as followers of Christ, live missionally in such a world?

Scripture Reading: Matthew 28:19-20 “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Believing What We Haven’t Seen Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Aug 10, 2022

This sermon focuses on the Apostle known as "Doubting Thomas" and the role of faith without seeing in the life of a believer today.

A little trivia question for you old rockers out there. How many of you recognize the name Alice Cooper? Alice Cooper was a rocker from the 70s and part of the band that goes by the same name, Alice Cooper. It is hard to believe that Alice Cooper is 64 years old. I actually have a picture of ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14, John 1:18, John 20:19-31

Denomination: Christian Church

What God Wants Isn’t What You Think

Contributed by David Dunn on Dec 4, 2025

Faith is not belief alone but a heart returning to and reaching for Jesus—seeking relationship, surrender, and wholeness in His presence.

There are moments in Scripture so brief, so quiet, so easily passed over, that we almost miss the entire weight of Heaven behind them. Luke 17 records one of those moments—an encounter tucked into a journey, a miracle overshadowed by a greater truth, a healing overshadowed by a deeper kind of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:19, Mark 5:34, Galatians 2:20, Romans 1:17, James 2:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Prescription For Church Unity Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jul 29, 2003

It seems like there is a real danger for the church in that, the stronger a they hold to their beliefs, the greater the chance of disunity. There is such need for us, with our great beliefs that we hold dear, to talk about church unity.

Introduction: You may notice that during this time of the year that many of our men around the country are glued to the football games on television. College football is such a great part of American tradition. It all builds up to the bowl games at the end. That is what people are waiting for, to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

The World's Greatest Revival Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 29, 2004

Four Steps on the Road to Revival (1) A Faithful preaching and faithful hearing of God’s word (2) Belief in God (3) Action upon that Belief (4)Turning from known sin.

A Study of Book of Jonah Sermon # 5 The World’s Greatest Revival Jonah 3:3-10 We would agree with great American patriot who wrote. “We have been the recipients of the choicest bounties of heaven. We have been preserved, ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:3-10

Denomination: Baptist

We're On God's Team

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Sep 18, 2023

One of the unquestioned beliefs in the Church today is that God is in control of everything that happens in our lives and on this planet. This message addresses this belief using the analogy of God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit as coaches of a football team.

Turn with me to Romans 12. We're going to read verses four and five. (4) For as we have many members in one body, and all members have not the same office: (5) `So we, being many, are one body in Christ, and every one members one of another.” Some years ago, a well-known professional ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:4-5, John 3:16, 1 Corinthians 12:14, 1 Corinthians 12:18, Jeremiah 15:16, Psalm 19:14, Psalm 138:1-2, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 1 Peter 1:15-16, Ephesians 4:25, Ephesians 4:29, 1 Peter 1:1-7, Matthew 4:4, Isaiah 55:10-11, Hebrews 11:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus On Trial Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 20, 2023

This sermon covers Mark's sequence of events from the Judas' betrayal through Pilate's handing over of Jesus for crucifixion. Jesus is so strong and amazing in the midst of injustice, abuse, and the desertion of the apostles.

Introduction A. I’m sure you are aware that jury trials can be conducted with great precision and the highest ethical standards or they can be conducted otherwise. 1. For instance, in one Massachusetts trial, and lawyer was cross examining the medical examiner with this line of ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Cut It Out

Contributed by Jeff Hatos on May 29, 2019

What should we do when confronted by those who say a particular part of the Bible is wrong? Do we defend that area or cut that part out of the Bible?

Cut It Out 2 Timothy 3:14-17 But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them; And that from a child thou hast known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Complete Change Of Heart - The Conversion Of Saul

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on May 30, 2021

This message is about the dramatic change that the Apostle Paul went through, from being the chief enemy and persecutor of the church to its chief defender and Apostle.

May 30, 2021 Sermon - A Complete Change of Heart (Saul) - Acts 9:1-31 Today we continue in our short series on highlights from the book of Acts, and today we are looking at the main figure in the narrative of the book of Acts, Paul. His story is amazing because he experiences a complete ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The God Who Delivers

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 13, 2025

Our God is not just a deliverer in Bible stories — He is still delivering today.

THE GOD WHO DELIVERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 34:17-19 Supporting Texts: Exodus 3:7-8, Daniel 3:16-28, Isaiah 43:1-2, 2 Timothy 4:17-18, Colossians 1:13 INTRODUCTION: One of the most comforting truths in Scripture is that God is a Deliverer. From Genesis to Revelation, we see His ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:17-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Storm Calmer Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 21, 2025

Life is often filled with unexpected storms—financial crises, emotional distress, family troubles, and health battles. But as believers, we have a Saviour who speaks peace in the midst of storms—Jesus, the Storm Calmer.

THE STORM CALMER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 4:39 Supporting Texts: Psalm 107:28-30, Isaiah 43:2, Matthew 8:23-27, Nahum 1:3, John 14:27 INTRODUCTION: Life is often filled with unexpected storms—financial crises, emotional distress, family troubles, and health battles. These storms ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:39, Psalm 107:28-30, Isaiah 43:2, Matthew 8:23-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God