Sermons on Do You Beleive:

Do You Get It? - Genesis 43:15-45:5 Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Jul 25, 2021

When you study God's word, you're just amazed at how many things go together.

Neil and I were talking at the men's barbecue yesterday about how God puts His word together so much. When you study God's word, you're just amazed at how many things go together. I think it is fascinating to see that, especially when you see that the whole scripture is focused on Jesus ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Who Do You Want To Be? (John 20:1-18) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Apr 14, 2022

We see three different responses to Jesus' resurrection. And those three force us think about how we should respond to the reality that Jesus has risen, and ascended.

Let's start today by reading from 1 Corinthians 15 (NRSV): 15 Now I would remind you, brothers and sisters,[a] of the good news[b] that I proclaimed to you, which you in turn received, in which also you stand, 2 through which also you are being saved, if you hold firmly to the message that I ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18, 1 Corinthians 15:1-14

A Call To Christ-Like Controversy: Do You Have The Guts To Be Unpopular?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 5, 2022

There are many challenges in serving Christ, but dare you be unpopular for Christ? This is the challenge we face from time to time.

There are many challenges in serving Christ, but dare you be unpopular for Christ? This is the challenge we face from time to time. But, many a time, we come across a moment, when we are called to be unpopular for Christ, and we sidestep it. But there is no honor in such a thing, to sidestep ...read more

Scripture: John 7:43

Denomination: Salvation Army

Advent 2021 - Who Do You Say The Son Of Man Is? Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Dec 1, 2021

There are a multitude of ideas about who Jesus is outside of those who are true disciples of Jesus Christ. But, there is only one True Jesus and Belief and Faith in Him is essential for eternal life. Some may make Jesus the way they WANT Him to be but that will only lead to destruction.

Advent 1 - Who Do YOU Say Jesus Is? Please stand with me as we go over our current memory Scripture: Job 19:25-27 “I know that my Redeemer lives, and that in the end He will stand on the earth. And after my skin has been destroyed, yet in my flesh I will see God; I myself will see Him with my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-16, Matthew 1:18-25, John 3:16-18, John 14:6-7, Romans 10:9-10, Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 9:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

How Badly Do You Wish To See The Christ–the Messiah? Series

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Dec 16, 2021

As we read the birth of The Christ child, we notice different groups or persons desiring to find and see Jesus. Recognizing their reasons to see him, we notice their desires and why they seek him; some righteous reasons and some for personal evil reasons

HOW BADLY DO YOU WISH TO SEE THE CHRIST–THE MESSIAH? How badly do you wish to see The Christ? As we enter into the calendar period near our holiday named Christmas, often many read the story of the birth of Jesus the Christ. But, have you noticed the nature of the persons mentioned in the story ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12, Luke 2:8-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Window Of Witness: Simeon & Anna, Do You Wait Well?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Dec 28, 2021

Have you ever been a witness to something you knew was important? Have you seen something maybe you weren't supposed to see? Something bad? Uh oh, I better call the police. Or, have you witnessed something beautiful? A "God moment" you might say? Yes, God is in this.

Have you ever been a witness to something you knew was important? Have you seen something maybe you weren't supposed to see? Something bad? Uh oh, I better call the police. Or, have you witnessed something beautiful? A "God moment" you might say? Yes, God is in this. But better yet, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-28, Luke 2:36-38

Denomination: Salvation Army

Do You Know The God Of The Bible (God Is Omnipresent) 2 Of 3

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jul 24, 2024

A lot of times if you are like me, you may assume things that we should not assume until we get all the facts.

That is, we do not know all the facts about a certain situation and so we assume something that later proves to be an inaccurate assumption. Let me illustrate… Illus: This was an actual news story from a San Diego newspaper! (The actual AP headline was WANTED FOR ATTEMPTED MURDER) The story goes ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How Do You Explain All The Terrible Things That Are Happening In The World? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 4, 2023

The existence of terrible things happening in the world is a complex and challenging aspect of our human experience. We seek to understand this in light of our beliefs about God, the fallen nature of humanity, and the presence of evil.

How do you explain all the terrible things that are happening in the world? The existence of terrible things happening in the world is a complex and challenging aspect of our human experience. We seek to understand this in light of our beliefs about God, the fallen nature of humanity, and the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, Revelation 21:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do You Believe God's Word As He Does?

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 1, 2023

This is message is about faith, hope and the resurrection - if we truly believe God's word as He does. If you only read part of this message, please read my brother's final words. God bless!

Do You Believe God’s Word As He Does? Scripture: John 1:1-5; Genesis 1:1-3; 18:9-14; I want to say upfront that I am grieving my brother and you will hear some of that in this message. I started this message three weeks ago but it changed after my brother died. My brother Delrick had received ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5, Genesis 1:1-3, Genesis 18:9-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When You Hit Rock Bottom... Do We Have Enough?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 14, 2021

Life is never easy. God has a plan A and if need a plan B. Consider Elijah's journey. Some will hate God's message and his messengers.

WHEN YOU HIT THE ROCK BOTTOM… DO WE HAVE ENOUGH? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I have a small barrel on a table in front of the church. I discuss “HOW MUCH IS ENOUGH?” I do not discuss what is in the barrel. The barrel has 3 measures of meal in the barrel. IN 1501 TO ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:40, Luke 10:42, 1 Kings 17:12-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Unmarried And Longing To Be: What To Do When You Want To Be Married Series

Contributed by Vince Miller on Oct 3, 2019

If you are single and want to be married, this is a noble aspiration. Aspiring to be married is a calling to become both a husband and a father.

Marriage Is a Worthy Aspiration If you are single and want to be married, this is a noble aspiration. Aspiring to be married is a calling to become both a husband and a father. But it’s also a longing for an ongoing relationship. Even Adam, the first man, wanted a relationship, and God saw it was ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 19:14

Denomination: Baptist

"do You Love Me More Than These?"

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Feb 15, 2025

With Valentine's Day now passed, we need to examine our hearts and ask the same question Jesus asked Peter after His resurrection, "Do you love Me more than these?"

John chapter 21 beginning in verse one is where I want to focus today. On the heels of Valentine's Day, I believe it is important to reflect on the one question that the Lord would ask all of us today. "Do you love Me?" Now, at first, we are quick to respond, "YES, LORD! I DO ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Impostor At The Table : Do You Know Jesus Or Just Know Of Him?

Contributed by Chris Heeter on Jul 26, 2025

Introduction: The Impostor at the Table. Judas seen Jesus do everything, followed Him and still went to Hell. Do you know Jesus or just know Him?

Introduction: The Impostor at the Table : Do you know Jesus or just know of Him? I want to take you back—not to a pulpit or a church pew—but to a table. Not just any table… but the most sacred table in history. The table where love and betrayal met face to face. The Last Supper. But before they ...read more

Scripture: John 13:8, Matthew 26:21, Matthew 7:22-23, John 12:5, 2 Timothy 3:5, Ezekiel 36:26, Matthew 26:48-49, Luke 6:45, Matthew 7:23, Romans 10:13  (view more)  (view less)

Go! And Do What You Know Is Right - James 4:17 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 30, 2025

James is intensely practical, and his letter overflows with calls to real, lived-out faith.

Go! And Do What You Know Is Right - James 4:17 The Compass and the Map Imagine a seasoned hiker, standing at the edge of a great forest. In his hand is a detailed map and a perfectly calibrated compass. He knows the direction he must go, he understands the terrain, and he has everything he needs ...read more

Scripture: James 4:17, Luke 12:47-48, Romans 7:15-19, Matthew 25:41-45, John 13:17, Romans 5:8, Proverbs 24:11, Colossians 3:13, 1 John 3:17, 2 Corinthians 6:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Modern Day Miracles, Do They Happen As You May Think They Should?

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jul 6, 2025

We read of Jesus, and his disciples too, performing great miracles, and so, after studying Christianity for years, you would think that there would come a point … where we should be equipped to perform some kind of miracle … and we do not, so why?

“Please join me in my prayer.” Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of our hearts, be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, our strength, and our redeemer. Amen. (Ps. 19:14). Introduction: Although this morning’s gospel reading is very familiar, if we look closely, it is a reading that we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-11, Luke 10:16-20

Denomination: Episcopal