Sermons on Doubting:

Finicky Faith Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Apr 28, 2025

John, while in prison, sent representatives to Jesus to ascertain whether or not he is the one - Jesus provided proof and then affirmed John’s ministry, sinners repented, Pharisees rejected/scoffed, Jesus confronted the finicky faith of the generation

During World War II, a congregation in London faced bombings nightly. In the midst of fear, their pastor encouraged them to gather for prayer. One night, after a particularly intense bombing, he found a soldier praying with fervor. When asked why he prayed amidst such chaos, the soldier replied, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:18-35

Denomination: Baptist

Experiencing The Power Of Resurrection

Contributed by Rev Silvester David on Jul 2, 2025

The message of resurrection is a message of hope to everyone. Let us explore some important lessons from the very event of resurrection.

The resurrection of Christ is Indeed the greatest of all celebration for us because it is the day that marks the total victory that Jesus gained for us from sin, sickness, bondage and death. He is risen (Cristos Aneste) – so we have a reason to live and a reason to celebrate. However, in order to ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29

Go! And Don't Doubt The Resurrection Of Christ - John 20:27 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 19, 2025

The resurrection of Jesus Christ is not merely a belief—it is the cornerstone of our faith. It is not an optional doctrine—it is the defining truth that separates Christianity from every other religion.

Go! And Don't Doubt the Resurrection of Christ - John 20:27 Introduction Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Today, we continue in our “Go! And…” series with a message titled: “Go! And Don’t Doubt the Resurrection of Christ.” We live in a world where doubt is often celebrated as wisdom, and ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29, John 20:27, 1 Corinthians 15:3-8, Hebrews 11:1, 2 Corinthians 5:7, Romans 8:11, Romans 10:9, Philippians 3:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fighting Your Fears

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Aug 10, 2011

We too may doubt our own abilities and potential. But let us never doubt what God can do with us when we trust and obey Him. We can fight and face any fear when we know the Lord is with us.

Opening illustration: A mother asked her 5-year-old son to go to the pantry to get her a can of tomato soup. But he refused and protested, “Its dark in there.” Mom assured Johnny, “it’s okay. Don’t be afraid. Jesus is in there.” So Johnny opened the door slowly and seeing that it was dark, shouted, ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Birthmarks Of A Believer (A) Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Jul 22, 2005

Series inspired by “What every Christian Ought to Know” by Adrian Rogers and “Saved without a Doubt” by John Macarthur

SERMON SERIES: “Blessed Assurance” SERMON #2: “Birthmarks of a Believer (A)” SERMON TEXT: I John 5:13 (Series inspired by “What every Christian Ought to Know” by Adrian Rogers and “Saved without a Doubt” by John Macarthur) OPENING JOKE: “God-Zilla” On the way home from church, a pastor’s young boy ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Birthmarks Of A Believer (B) Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Jul 22, 2005

Series inspired by “What every Christian Ought to Know” by Adrian Rogers and “Saved without a Doubt” by John Macarthur

Sermon Series: “Blessed Assurance” Sermon #3: “Birthmarks of a Believer (B)” Text: I John 5:13 INTRODUCTION: Welcome to week 3 of a 5 week study on how to be assured of our salvation. We have learned so far that true salvation lies in our being ‘born again’ by God’s Grace through faith in Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Birthmarks Of A Believer (C) Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Jul 22, 2005

Series inspired by What every Christian Ought to Know by Adrian Rogers and Saved without a Doubt by John Macarthur

Sermon Series: “Blessed Assurance” Sermon #3: “Birthmarks of a Believer (C)” Text: I John 5:13 INTRODUCTION: Welcome to week 4 of a 5 week study on how to be assured of our salvation. QUOTE: Remember that I have been stressing the point that faith alone saves – but faith that saves will never ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Birthmarks Of A Believer (D) Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Jul 22, 2005

Series inspired by What every Christian Ought to Know by Adrian Rogers and Saved without a Doubt by John Macarthur

Sermon Series: “Blessed Assurance” Sermon #5: “Birthmarks of a Believer (D)” Text: I John 5:13 OPENING JOKE: “Lamb’s Book of Life” On the way home from Vacation Bible School, Melissa asked her mother if they could stop by the library. The question seemed peculiar so Nora Newport asked her ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Touch From The Risen Lord

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 26, 2003

Three barriers to faith - grief, fear and doubt were each dealt with by a special touch from the Risen Lord

A Touch from the Risen Lord The bodily Resurrection of Jesus Christ is a central pillar of the Christian faith. St. Paul summed up the Christian faith like this: For what I received I passed on to you as of first importance: i) that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, ii) ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Anglican

When You're Sweatin' It

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Sep 27, 2002

In the midest of pain, suffering, doubt, disbelief, and even disobedience Jesus is there bringing peace that makes a real difference in life.

Sermon: When You’re Sweatin’ It John 20:19-31 April 7, 2002 I. Introduction A. I don’t know how many of you noticed but a couple of my family members now look like a lobsters. Yes, we have just gotten back from a week’s vacation. It was wonderful but let me tell you something there is ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: United Methodist

Before And After

Contributed by Wade Biggs on Oct 18, 2000

All of us here today no doubt have seen the commercials with a message of what something used to be and what it becomes.

All of us here today no doubt have seen the commercials with a message of what something used to be and what it becomes. I can recall some concerning aging spots, wrinkles, vinyl siding, weight lose (subway) , body shops, hair replacement, hair color (tone away the gray) and many different ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-29

Raising Our Shields

Contributed by Richard White on May 19, 2007

The Devil is at war with us, his arrows are flying. Time to raise our shields and extinguish the flaming arrows of doubt.

Raising up our shields Genesis 15:1-21 I am a trekkie, not of the next generation or deep space nine, but one of the originals. I always looked forward to the ominous music, the attack from the enemy ships, and Chekhov asking, “Shall I raise the shields Captain?” This morning I want to talk ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Flashback

Contributed by Charles Jones on Dec 5, 2011

Before believers succumb to the temptation to doubt God, they should remember that God has never left them alone.

Flashback In Psalm 27:13 David said I had fainted, unless I had believed to see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living. What is a Flashback? a : interruption of chronological sequence (as in a film or literary work) by interjection of events of earlier occurrence;also : an instance ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Answering Difficult Bible Passages

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 14, 2019

Because a verse is difficult does not mean the Bible is contradictory, nor should you doubt God’s Word.

A. INTRODUCTION: YOUR ATTITUDE TOWARD DIFFICULTIES 1. Because a verse is difficult does not mean the Bible is contradictory, nor should you doubt God’s Word. 2. You can’t know everything, only God knows everything, so trust Him. “The secret things belong unto the Lord our God” (Deut. ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 29:29

Denomination: Baptist

I Believe, Help My Unbelief PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 17, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to overcome doubts and uncertainties by strengthening their faith, trust, and love in God's everlasting guidance and love.

Good morning, Today, we gather here not as a family united by faith, bound by love, and driven by the shared desire to grow closer to our Lord. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the Gospel of Mark, specifically Mark 9:24, which reads, 'Immediately the boy's father exclaimed, 'I do believe; ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:24

Topics: Confidence, God's Faithfulness