Sermons on Defend Belief:

Repent & Believe! Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 19, 2024

Why is repentance so important... and why did Jesus follow telling His audience that they needed to include belief with that repentance?

About 10 years ago, there was a 67-year-old Belgian woman named Sabine Moreau. She had left home to travel about 1 ½ hours to Brussels (the capital city of Belgium). TWO DAYS LATER, after having crossed five international borders, she found herself in Zagreb, the capital city of Croatia, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Judgement Day

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 12, 2025

Every human being, regardless of background, status, or belief, is moving steadily toward an unchangeable and unavoidable appointment—Judgement Day.

JUDGEMENT DAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 20:11-15 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 9:27, Ecclesiastes 12:14, Romans 14:10-12, 2 Corinthians 5:10, Matthew 25:31-46 INTRODUCTION: Every human being, regardless of background, status, or belief, is moving steadily toward an unchangeable ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Faith PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore the nature, source, and power of faith, emphasizing that faith is not just belief, but a confident expectation and profound assurance in things unseen.

Good morning, Church family! Today, we find ourselves in the heart of Hebrews 11:1-13, a passage that has been described as the "Hall of Faith". And why not? It's here that we are given a clear and compelling description of faith, its source, and its power. As a reminder of the text we're ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-13

Topics: Who Is Faith

Why Do We Worship PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

To explore the necessity, nature, and benefits of worship in the Christian faith, guided by the belief that worship is a fundamental aspect of our relationship with God.

Good morning, Church family. I hope this beautiful day finds you filled with the love and grace of our Lord Jesus. Today, we're going to explore one of the most fundamental aspects of our Christian faith: Worship. And we will be exploring it from three perspectives: The necessity of worship, the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:24

Topics: Worship

Does God Help Those Who Help Themselves? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 7, 2023

This sermon explores misinterpretations of mainstream beliefs, the importance of mutual aid in Scripture, and the mandate for mercy and mutual support in our lives.

Welcome, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. We gather here today, not as strangers or mere acquaintances, but as a family bound together by the love of our Savior. In the sanctuary of God's presence, we find comfort, solace, and wisdom. So, let's prepare our hearts to receive the Word of God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-26

Topics: Statements, Not Biblical

Come And See PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 8, 2024

Explores the transformative power of faith, using the Gospel of John to illustrate how skepticism can lead to discovery and growth in belief.

Ladies and gentlemen, brothers and sisters, it is a joyous occasion to gather in this sacred sanctuary today, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. We are here to partake in a feast of faith, a banquet of belief, a communion of conviction. It is always a privilege to share the Word of God ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51

Topics: Skepticism, Faith

Death Is Not The End PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 1, 2024

This sermon provides comfort and hope in the face of death, emphasizing the Christian belief in eternal life and resurrection through Jesus Christ.

Welcome, beloved. Today we gather in the warmth of God's embrace, in the light of His love, to share in the wisdom of His word. We come together, not as strangers passing in the night, but as family, bound by the blood of Christ, united by the spirit of God. We are here to seek comfort, to find ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Topics: Funeral Service

Worshipping The Wounded PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 20, 2024

This sermon explores the story of Job, emphasizing the strength of unwavering faith and worship during trials, and the beauty of belief beyond blessings.

Greetings, beloved, in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! We are gathered here today in the warmth of His love, under the shelter of His wings, and in the light of His word. We are here to commune, to reflect, to learn, and to grow. We are here to be nourished by the Bread of Life, to be ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:20-22

Topics: Worship

Children Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 29, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of truly knowing God, emphasizing belief as the beginning of our journey to become like Christ.

Welcome, brothers and sisters, to this beautiful gathering where we seek to immerse ourselves in the divine wisdom of our Heavenly Father. We are here, standing on the shoulders of saints and scholars who have walked the path before us, guided by the same beacon of faith that lights our way today. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-7

Topics: Becoming, Jesus

If There Is No Resurrection... PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 4, 2024

This sermon explores the significance of Christ's resurrection as the cornerstone of Christian faith and its role in giving purpose to our beliefs and preaching.

Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering where we commune with the divine, where we seek His wisdom and where we bask in His love. We meet today, not as strangers, but as a family united under the banner of Christ's love, a love that knows no bounds, a love that transcends time and space, a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-20

Topics: Preaching, Purpose

The Weapon God Supplies Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 8, 2009

The words of the Word are the sword God has given to each Christian to defend the territory assigned. We must learn the Word and employ the Word, if we will successfully resist the evil one.

“Take … the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.” God’s Word is the sole weapon provided to His people to enable them to fulfil His charge to stand firm on the ground that He won through sacrifice. Whenever we think of the Bible, we seldom think of it in militaristic terms. However, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Denomination: Baptist

Moses On The Mountain With The Lord - Part 4 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 4, 2011

1. God cares about our devotion to Him. 2. God cares about defending our relationships. 3. God cares about a greater degree of His goodness.

Moses on the Mountain with the Lord - Part 4 Exodus 20:18-22:24 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - June 23, 2010 BACKGROUND & INTRODUCTION *The LORD Jehovah, God of the Old Testament was God the Son, the pre-incarnate Jesus Christ. Tonight we continue looking at the Old Testament ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Purging The Dross Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Apr 26, 2016

In light of God’s Word, we need to examine how well we are doing in the area not only of providing care for the needy, but of defending their cause and seeing that their voice is heard.

Isaiah 1:21-26 Purging the Dross 7/9/00 D. Marion Clark Introduction What we come to the Bible for is content. We value the Bible for what it has to reveal to us from God. But then there are times when you just can help but admire the way it is written. Isaiah is the acclaimed writer among ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:21-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

He Was Silent Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

The sermon explores the superhuman acts of Jesus during the final 36 hours leading up to Easter, focusing on the fulfillment of major prophecies, starting with His silence and refusal to defend Himself.

We have three weekends between now and Easter, which is the most important day on the Christian calendar. So we are preparing ourselves by looking at the things Jesus did that weekend that were superhuman. They were against all odds. During week one, I walked us through the 24 prophecies Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:7, Matthew 27:12-14, Mark 15:3-5, John 3:16

Topics: Silent Sacrifice, Easter Preparation, Fulfilled Prophecies

Sermon Series: Against All Odds

The God Of Deliverance

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 17, 2025

God is a deliverer who rescues His people from bondage, oppression, and trouble. Throughout the Scriptures, He has demonstrated His power in delivering those who trust in Him.

THE GOD OF DELIVERANCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 34:17 "The righteous cry, and the Lord heareth, and delivereth them out of all their troubles." Supporting Texts: Exodus 14:13-14, Psalm 91:3, Isaiah 43:2, 2 Timothy 4:18, Colossians 1:13 INTRODUCTION: God is a deliverer ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:17, Exodus 14:13-14, Psalm 91:3, Isaiah 43:2, 2 Timothy 4:18, Colossians 1:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God