Sermons on Dynamic Faith:

The Suffering Church (The Church Of Smyrna 2 Of 7)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jul 15, 2025

You will notice that of the seven churches that John addressed, he gave the least amount of space to the church of Smyrna.

All he had to say about the church of Smyrna he was able to cover in just four verses. However, we must not think less of this church, or feel they were insignificant just because there are less verses given to them. Why? Because there were only two of the seven churches ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:11-12, Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Obedience (Nehemiah 10)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 11, 2025

Is obedience still required or is faith enough?

Is obedience just something for the old covenant or also for the new? Let’s look at Nehemiah 10. Who from among the priests signed a covenant to obey God? Now on the sealed document were the following names: Nehemiah the governor, the son of Hacaliah, and Zedekiah, Seraiah, Azariah, Jeremiah, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Healing At The Beautiful Gate

Contributed by John Dobbs on Apr 26, 2020

In this brief story I want to notice four principles for thriving in our spiritual lives no matter the circumstance.

Healing At The Beautiful Gate Acts 3:1-10, 16 Introduction Last week we left the disciples looking up into the sky at Jesus who was ascending to be at the Father’s side. In Chapter Two the amazing story of the Day of Pentecost. Visible presence of the Holy Spirit that Jesus had promised. A ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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

Resolutions And New Life PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023

This sermon explores the transformative power of faith in Christ, the role of the Holy Spirit, and the practical application of faith in daily life.

Welcome, brothers and sisters in Christ, to this blessed gathering where we share in the wisdom of the Word and the fellowship of our faith. We are here today to delve into the profound and life-changing truth of 2 Corinthians 5:17, "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Topics: New Life, Jesus

You Are A Contagious Christian When

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Sep 12, 2008

Authentic Christian faith is contagious.

TITLE: You Are A Contagious Christian When… TEXT: 1 Thess. 1:1-10 THEME: Evangelism P.S. , Authentic Christian faith is contagious…God wants us to become contagious believers. Introduction: The message I want us to take home today is, Authentic Christian faith is contagious. God wants us to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Against All Hope

Contributed by David Simpson on Feb 15, 2018

An Easter sermon proclaiming the hope that is found in the resurrected Lord - against all odds!

Easter Sermon – Lanier Christian Church April 16, 2017 David Simpson Against All Hope Romans 4:18-25 Romans 4:18-25 18 Against all hope, Abraham in hope believed and so became the father of many nations, just as it had been said to him, “So shall your offspring be.” 19 Without weakening in his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:18-25

Denomination: Christian Church

The Gift Of Peace

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Aug 28, 2001

This is an advent sermon.

THE GIFT OF PEACE ISAIAH 26:1 - 26:12 Introduction: I was attending Acadia University at a very scary time in the world. It was the time of the Gulf crisis. We gradually watched as the forces were compiled on the desert bases. Then one evening, as some of my friends were making snowmen down at ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Practicing Or Pretending? Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 10, 2010

The 7th in our series on the Baptist Faith and Message

Salvation: Practicing or Pretending (BFM pt. 7) Text: 1st John 3:1 – 10 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) One of these days it is my hope and my desire to have a doctorate degree in theology. I have wanted this for a very long time. Now MariJo has a cousin who has a doctorate in medicine. She’s a ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Said..."You Already Have Enough"

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jul 28, 2015

A measure what ever amount it is...is Gods standard of faith! and one thing we know about God He never short changes His Children... He always supplies more than enough to complete the task at hand.

God said..."You Already Have Enough" Illus. A man fell off a cliff, but managed to grab a tree limb on his way down. “Is anyone up there?” he cried out. “I am here, I am the Lord, do you believe me?” the voice said. “Yes, Lord I believe, I really believe, but I ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Expecting A Miracle Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Nov 12, 2014

Ask God for it, have expectant faith, trust God, and he will deliver!

Expecting A Miracle Text: John 2:1-12 Introduction 1. Illustration: "The decision to grow always involves a choice between risk and comfort. This means that to be a follower of Jesus, you must renounce comfort as the ultimate value of your life. And that’s sobering news to most of us, ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Blessed Assurance

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Jan 1, 2018

We are blessed with an abundance of assurance of God;s righteousness and our salvation

Midweek Message/Devotion January 1, 2018 Reading: Hebrews 10:22 Blessed Assurance HAPPY NEW YEAR. May it be one of blessings and prosperity. Let us seek prosperity in gainful knowledge and practice of God’s Word and Will for our lives. – AMEN In my wee hours of the day my readings, prayer and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Reply Against Injustices

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 17, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Husbands and wives who lives by their love, please raise your hands. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To emphasize faith is important in the last days. IV. TEXT: Habbakuk 2:3-4 Hab 2:3 Put it in writing

I. EXORDIUM: Husbands and wives who lives by their love, please raise your hands. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To emphasize faith is important in the last days. IV. TEXT: Habbakuk 2:3-4 Hab 2:3 Put it in writing, because it is not yet time for it to come true. But the ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:3-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Trust In The Lord

Contributed by Benny Paul on Jan 16, 2016

Trust is Faith in ACTION!!! It is the manifestation of our faith in our thoughts and actions. It is far easier to have faith in God; there are unbelievers who have this. It is a lot harder to exercise trust in Him...

Trust in the Lord Proverbs 3:5-6 Faith vs. Trust: Is faith the same thing as trust? If not, what is the difference? Faith is a noun: It is something we HAVE... (Hebrews 11:1 "Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen."). but faith is not trust... Trust is ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Prayer For True Spirituality Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jun 14, 2004

The 2nd message of 13 in an expository series on the book of Colossians.

A Prayer for True Spirituality Colossians 1:9-14 9For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you and asking God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all spiritual wisdom and understanding. 10And we pray this in order that you may live a life ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Baptist