Sermons on Doubts In Faith:

The Anatomy Of Belief

Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on May 1, 2011

God is not concerned with only the ways in which we think and believe; he’s concerned about the ways in which we act upon our beliefs.

INTRO Have you ever watched Star Trek? Mr. Spock, “the pointy-earned Vulcan” who served as Captain Kirk’s first officer said, “Once you have eliminated the impossible, whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth.” This quote is an offshoot from a scientific principle known as ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Why Me?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Dec 16, 2020

When we are asked to do something we don't want to do, our response is usually, "Why Me?" This is a short homily for a Sunday service following the choir cantata.

Why Me? Luke 1: 26 - 38 Intro: Have you ever been asked to do something and you ask the person, “How am I going to do that?” Maybe you’ve been chosen to do something and you ask, “WHY ME? PICK SOMEONE ELSE. I Mary is approached by Gabriel, a messenger from God and asked to do something that is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Walk On Water

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 29, 2020

Who do we look to for help when we seem to be all alone and in total darkness as life tosses us about? Let’s understand that the One who loves us will come to our rescue. Let’s look at the story of a small boat in a stormy sea in Matthew 14:22-33.

Who do we look to for help when we seem to be all alone and in total darkness as life tosses us about? Let’s understand that the One who loves us will come to our rescue. Let’s look at the story of a small boat in a stormy sea in Matthew 14:22-33. Immediately Jesus made His disciples get into the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

Help My Unbelief Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Aug 21, 2022

Message deals with what happens when we have doubt.

Title: Help My Unbelief Opening Text: Mark 9:14 – 24 Introduction Isa 61:3 To console those who mourn in Zion, To give them beauty for ashes, The oil of joy for mourning, The garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; That they may be called trees of righteousness, The planting of the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-20, Mark 9:14-24

Denomination: Church Of God

Habakkuk: When God Seems Unfair Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 12, 2023

Habakkuk is told by God they were also coming to punish Judah for their wickedness, and this news greatly disturbed him. So Habakkuk has a back and forth conversation with God about his concerns.

A. If you could have a sit-down with God and converse with Him one-on-one, what would you talk about it? 1. Would you talk to Him about your FAMILY, your JOB, your HEALTH PROBLEMS, your NEIGHBOR down the street who has WILD PARTIES every Saturday night? 2. It could be that you’re hoping ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lord I Got Questions

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 4, 2021

It is not wrong to ask the Lord questions, it is wrong to assume the answer has to be what you always want.

Lord I got Questions Introduction- It is great to be in God’s house today! I believe He wants to speak to us through His word. Prayer- Wither you are listening to this message by the internet or you are in the service, everyone has questions about the bible and a lot of times the questions ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Denomination: Nazarene

God Is A God Of The Mountains And The Valleys

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 2, 2022

The Christian life is filled with MOUNTAIN TOP EXPERIENCES and VALLEY EXPERIENCES.

We all enjoy the MOUNTAIN TOP experiences. In God’s Word we find the writers used many superlatives to describe the blessings God bestows upon us. We are told that a good writer never uses too many superlatives for fear of overstating their case. They are to be reserved for special occasions ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4, 1 Kings 20:23-28

Denomination: Baptist

Transfiguration Pt.2: Proof—listen Confidently - Mark 9:2-7 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 24, 2023

If you struggle with doubt or skepticism when you read Scripture, this message is for you. And even if you don’t have doubts, anything that increases our faith and confidence in his Word will improve our listening ear when Christ speaks to us. This message will fortify your faith.

Mark 9:1 And he said to them, "I tell you the truth, some who are standing here will not taste death before they see the kingdom of God come with power." 2 After six days Jesus took Peter, James and John with him and led them up a high mountain, where they were all alone. There he ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-7, Matthew 17:1-6, Luke 9:28-35

The Right Way & The Wrong Way To Receive Good News

Contributed by Michael Mays on Aug 31, 2021

Amazing how the same message engenders such different responses. What was your reaction when the message of hope was shared with you?

I. Intro: Bad News A. Quotes 1. “Bad news travels at the speed of light; good news travels like molasses.”--Tracy Morgan 2. “He who laughs has not yet heard the bad news.”--Bertolt Brecht 3. “I've just had some bad news. Tomorrow is the mother-in-law's funeral. And she's ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-56

Struggling To Believe Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 10, 2021

We can believe God and struggle to believe at the same time. But Jesus will accept us, even in our struggle.

INTRODUCTION • Have you ever been desperate for something—like when you’re thirsty or hungry and are desperate for anything that will fill you? • Or if you’re in a lot of pain and will take anything to take the pain away? • Our doubt can come from disappointment, but doubt can also desperately ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:20-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Look Back Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Apr 3, 2025

Life can sometimes feel like we are trapped in the past, weighed down by painful memories or regrets. We often find ourselves unable to move forward from past hurts. The Good News is that God offers us a new beginning in Christ.

In Great Expectations, Charles Dickens paints the picture of a woman, Miss Havisham, whose life was shattered on her wedding day. Left at the altar, jilted, humiliated, and heartbroken, Miss Havisham’s life stopped. The clocks in her house ceased ticking, the wedding cake became covered in cobwebs, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Becoming A Water Walker

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 5, 2007

Learning to walk by faith with the Lord

If you are going to walk on water you have to get out of the boat Theme: Text: Matthew 14:22-33 Introduction It had been a long and tiresome day. We are told that as Jesus and the disciples were coming to shore they were met by a crowd of people. They were looking for Jesus. They had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-23

Denomination: Church Of God

Jesus Allayas John’s Doubts Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 27, 2017

John’s disciples could have been biased against Christ, because of His mounting popularity, and the lessening of their master’s.

-AD 28- Galilee (20) Jesus Allayas John’s Doubts (Malachi 3:1) Matthew 11:2-19, Luke 7:18-35 Behold, I will send my messenger, and he shall prepare the way before me: and the Lord, whom ye seek, shall suddenly come to his temple, even the messenger of the covenant, whom ye delight in: behold, he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-19, Luke 7:18-35

Denomination: Baptist

Abraham - The Hero Of Faith Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 2, 2006

Why did God find it necessary to test Abraham’s faith? What purpose did it serve?

OPEN: Three military recruiters were on hand to address a gathering of high school seniors. The recruiters represented different branches of the military: Army, Navy, and Marines and each of was given fifteen minutes to speak. The Army and Navy recruiters got a little carried away with their ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thomas The Doubter Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on May 5, 2019

To find out how to overcome our doubts as to what God wants us to do for Him please read this sermon on Apostle Thomas.

Thomas the Doubter John 11:1-16, 14:1-7, 20:24-29, 21:1-25 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 When we walk into a church building and sing the hymns and worship songs, pray, and have conversations concerning our walk with Jesus we try our very best to give the impression ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-16, John 14:1-7, John 20:24-29

Denomination: Baptist