Sermons on Depart From The Faith:

Saved By Grace Through Faith Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 17, 2022

The Bible says people are saved by grace through faith. But what does that mean? The short answer is that when people accept Jesus as their Lord and Saviour, they are saved from going to hell when they die.

Saved by grace through faith. As we continue in our series Gripped by Grace, today we are going to consider Ephesians 2:8-9 “God saved you by His grace when you believed. And you can’t take credit for this; it is a gift from God. Salvation is not a reward for the good things we have done, so none ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 3:23, Psalm 14:1-3, Romans 5:10-11, 2 Peter 1:3-4, Romans 8:5-11, John 3:16, Romans 5:17, Romans 5:8, Romans 3:22, John 3:1-3, Luke 23:39-43, Romans 3:24, Romans 6:20-23, Matthew 12:36-37, Matthew 7:13-14, Matthew 7:21-23, John 1:12, John 3:18, Romans 8:1-2, Acts 4:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Being Steadfast In Your Faith Series

Contributed by Michael Mays on Sep 21, 2022

Many things distract us from living up to our identity in Christ--especially guilt and fleshly temptation. Paul continues the narrative of reconciliation: the rescuing of the broken and repairing and repurposing it for His work.

Colossians 1:21-23 21And you, who once were alienated and hostile in mind, doing evil deeds, 22he has now reconciled in his body of flesh by his death, in order to present you holy and blameless and above reproach before him, 23if indeed you continue in the faith, stable and steadfast, not shifting ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:21-23, Ephesians 2:12-13, John 3:19-20, Titus 1:16, Psalm 5:5, 2 Corinthians 5:18-21, Romans 3:23-26, 2 Corinthians 5:17  (view more)  (view less)

Centurion’s Great Faith

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 6, 2024

The centurion saw that we don't need Jesus' or a prophet's physical presence for a healing or miracle. A simple word from Jesus can perform a healing or miracle.

The centurion answered and said, “Lord, I am not worthy that You should come under my roof. But only speak a word, and my servant will be healed. Matthew 8:8 When Jesus heard it, He marveled, and said to those who followed, “Assuredly, I say to you, I have not found such great faith, not even in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:8

Reconstructing Our Faith In The Bible.

Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 4, 2024

Sometimes, in talking to someone who has walked away from their faith and the church, they will say that their process of deconstruction began when they began to question the bible. This message looks at some ways to avoid that.

This might make you think less of me, but sometimes I google my name. I know, I’m so vain. There is a little bit of truth in that, but it’s also to keep an eye on who’s preaching the messages that I post online and also to track where my books are being mentioned. And yes, I am a little vain; the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

From Chaos To Peace

Contributed by Michael J. Lee on Feb 9, 2014

John 20:19-20 ESV Jesus Appears to the Disciples 19 On the evening of that day, the first day of the week, the doors being locked where the disciples were for fear of the Jews,[a] Jesus came and stood among them and said to them

Responsive Reading from SELECTION 61 p. 1072 in the small print Bible. Jesus Appears to the Disciples 19 On the evening of that day, the first day of the week, the doors being locked where the disciples were for fear of the Jews,[c] Jesus came and stood among them and said to them, “Peace be ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Look Back: A Lesson From Lot's Wife SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

Jesus cautions us about the perils of longing for a past life we are meant to abandon, as illustrated by the story of Lot's wife in Luke 17:32.

Last Wednesday was Women's Day, a day to commemorate women's rights. In Luke 17:32, Jesus urges us to remember an unnamed woman and the grave dangers of looking back to a life we are called to leave behind. This warning is one of the most sobering in the entire Bible. Lot's wife, though married to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:32

Topics: Lot's Wife, Faith, Obedience

The Blessings From The Messiah

Contributed by Paul George on Sep 15, 2003

The purpose of this chapter is much the same as that of the 9th, the encouragement of the captives that had returned to their homeland.

The purpose of this chapter is much the same as that of the 9th, the encouragement of the captives that had returned to their homeland. They have been under the rebukes of the Lord for their negligence in rebuilding the temple. They are surrounded with enemies and dangers. They have been told why ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 10:1-12

Denomination: Holiness

A Lesson From Asparagus Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 27, 2007

To help the congregation to see themselves as they are so they can become what they are intended to be.

LESSONS FROM THE GARDEN: ASPARAGUS Matthew 9:9-13 Sermon Objective: To help the congregation to see themselves as they really are so they can become what they really need to be. Supporting Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8; Luke 18:9-14; 1 Timothy 1:12-17 SUMMARY We have begun a new series called Lessons ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Nazarene

A Sure Foundation For Faith In Times Of Trial

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 4, 2001

This is a sermon to encourage the beleiver in times of trial by providing a sure foundation for his faith from the scriptures.

A SURE FOUNDATION FOR FAITH IN TIMES OF TRIAL OUTLINE 1.COUNSEL 2.COURSE 3.COMMITMENT 4.CHOICE 5.COVENANT 6.COMPASSION 7.CHARITY THE MESSAGE A SURE FOUNDATION FOR FAITH IN TIMES OF TRIAL 1.COUNSEL Job 42:2 The word of God promises that God can do everything and that no thought of ...read more

Scripture: Job 42:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lord, Give Us A Thankful Faith

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Nov 16, 2005

This is a Thanksgiving sermon on directives from Samuel to the Israelites to reflect on the great things God has done.

November 23, 2005 1 Samuel 12:23-24 As for me, far be it from me that I should sin against the LORD by failing to pray for you. And I will teach you the way that is good and right. 24 But be sure to fear the LORD and serve him faithfully with all your heart; consider what great things he has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 12:23-24

Denomination: Lutheran

What Happened To Our Childlike Faith? Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 27, 2014

This message focuses on how we change from our childlike faith as we grow older.

The Rock and the Hard Place – Part 4 What Happened To Our Childlike Faith? Scriptures: Mark 10:13-16; Matthew 18:3-4 Introduction: Today is our Youth Sunday and while I normally do not deliver the message on the 4th Sunday, I told Rev. Anthony that I would today as he is still ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm 12 - When The Faithful Vanish Series

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Oct 1, 2015

A provoking message of what life might look like when the godly disappear from society.

WHEN THE FAITHFUL VANISH TEXT: Psalm 12:1-8 Psalms 12:1-8 KJV To the chief Musician upon Sheminith, A Psalm of David. Help, LORD; for the godly man ceaseth; for the faithful fail from among the children of men. [2] They speak vanity every one with his neighbour: with flattering lips and with a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 12:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Perfect Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 16, 2024

This is the 3rd Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#3] GOD’S PERFECT FAITHFULNESS Luke 1:57-80 Introduction: In your daily life, you encounter moments of joy, trials, and uncertainty; and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. However, as we look at our text today, we are reminded of an important truth- Our God is perfectly ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:57-80

Denomination: Baptist

Urgent- Live Out Your Faith Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 15, 2024

This is the 214th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 4th sermon from Titus.

Series: Action [#214] URGENT- LIVE OUT YOUR FAITH Titus 2:1-15 Introduction: There are numerous types of T-Shirts, cups, and signs that say something along the lines of: Pastor- Warning anything you say or do could be used in a Sermon. This is a very true statement. So, my Daughter-in-Law ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Life From The Dead Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 31, 2013

When a person dies there is severing of relationships/experiences in the physical realm.

The Walking Dead Sermon Series (2 of 4) “Life From the Dead” Eph. 2.1-7 October 13, 2013 Chester FBC Chester, IL Pastor Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A When a person dies there is severing of relationships/experiences in the physical realm. 1 If you stick a corpse with a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist