Sermons on Elijahs Faith:

Rebuilding Faith - Leading Through Commitment Series

Contributed by Michael R. Hodge on Apr 10, 2012

This series focuses on seven steps to experiencing a renewal of faith based upon the life and ministry of Nehemiah. The series uses the acrostic R.E.B.U.I.L.D. to build each week towards the final session.

Session Six: “Leading through Commitment” Scripture Focus: Nehemiah 10 Opening Dialogue As you begin this session with your group, consider opening this session with a discussion of things that people in your group have signed up for…and soon wanted out of! The idea here is ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 10:28-39

Denomination: Baptist

Bad Things Happen To Faithful People

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 3, 2010

Paul and Silas lovingly and boldly ministered to the needs of the people they encountered. As a result of their endeavors people's lives were changed, but Paul and Silas were imprisoned. Serving Jesus often involves struggles and setbacks.

Acts 16:16-34 “Bad Things Happen to Faithful People” INTRODUCTION Power comes in many shapes and forms. There is the raw horrendous power of an atomic explosion. In contrast to such power is the group power of civil disobedience, which we witnessed in Gandhi’s fight for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: Lutheran

Fear Factor Versus Faith Factor

Contributed by Greg Carr on Jun 8, 2010

Fear in the United States is the biggest reason that one out of every four Americans are on some kind of tranquilizer because they want to deal with the symptoms of the fears instead of facing the things that are causing the fear.

PRAYER Father, open my eyes to see Your Word. Open my ears to hear. Open my mind to understand. And open my heart so I may receive Your Word today. AMEN I don’t think anyone would argue that there is a fear factor in the day and age we are live in. Let me explain that statement. All around ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Faith Can Do For You

Contributed by Pastor Gbenga Shadare on Jun 11, 2010

This sermon explores the way a believer can put his faith to work in real life situations. Faith is a force that can be activated and it can be put to use in any situation. Real, practical examples provided.

What FAITH Can Do For You by Pastor Gbenga Shadare I have always loved talking about faith. Faith is not just the substance of things hoped for or the evidence of things unseen or the means through which believers obtain good report. Indeed, faith is much more than that. Faith is the basis; ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:30-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Kind Of Faith We Need Today Series

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jul 13, 2010

Jesus said that the last days will mirror the days of Noah... they certainly do! Noah’s life is an example of how Christians ought to live in a world surrounded by wickedness.

Matthew 24:36-39 | Hebrew 11:7 The Days of Noah * These days would be like the days when the Lord returns: Genesis 6: * When corruption is common place * V1 – Population explosion – (USA – 1900:80m / 2000:300m) * V4 – Abnormal sexual practices and increased demonic activity * ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-39

Denomination: Baptist

Tools Of The Faith Part 6 : Meditation Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jul 25, 2010

You can encounter life change by really understanding God’s word. Don’t just read it, don’t just believe it, experience it!

As you know we have been working through a series on the tools of the faith. The last was on cleaning up the stuff in our lives that hinders us and focusing on Jesus; and in doing so our Christian journey is doable, this path is achievable. Something that flows on from that is how we focus on, how ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:9-16, Psalm 119:105

Denomination: Salvation Army

What's The Power Of A Mustard-Seed Faith?

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Oct 12, 2010

The power of faith is in the promise. That truth helps us understand Jesus' words so that we learn to rebuke sin and forgive the repentant.

Text: Luke 17:1-10 Theme: What's the Power of a Mustard-Seed Faith? A. The power to spiritual help others B. The power that does not look inward Season: Pentecost 20c Date: October 10, 2010 Web page: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Faith Glorifies Our Merciful Lord

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Oct 17, 2010

Consider the ten lepers Jesus healed. What can we learn from them? How can we act like the one who returned? Parts: A. With our pleas for mercy. B. With our public thanks.

Text: Luke 17:11-19 Theme: Faith Glorifies Our Merciful Lord A. With our pleas for mercy B. With our public thanks Season: Pentecost 21c Date: October 17, 2010 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Faith-Glorifies-Our-Merciful-Lord-Luke17_11-19.html Grace and peace to you from God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Two Great Rewards For Faithful Christians Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on May 5, 2010

God answers prayer and gives spiritual fruit to those who remain in the Son.

Scripture Introduction Jesus often began particularly memorable and poignant explanations about himself and our relationship with God with the phrase, “I am….” Seven are recorded in John: • “I am the bread of life.” • “I am the light of the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:7-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Grace - How We Respond By Faith

Contributed by Willem Nel on Feb 7, 2010

The purpose of this message is to show that God has already done and paid for what we will need for in this life. Faith is our response to this grace. The best way to respond is by aligning our words and action with His Word.

Week 3 By Grace through Faith – How this work together? Eph 2:8 (NKJV) For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, Did you receive the Spirit by the works of the law, or by the hearing of faith?— 7 Therefore know that only those ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: *other

Faith Fitness 2: Overcoming Obstacles Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 26, 2010

How faith helps us overcome the obstacles we face in life.

Faith Fitness: Overcoming Obstacles From the age of 5 Jerry was the victim of a series of strange and agonizing accidents. While holding an axe overhead it slipped and cut a cleft into his chin. While a sophomore in high school he backed into an electric lathe. When he was 17 he had an accident ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith Fitness 3: Workout With A Partner Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 26, 2010

We are not meant to go it alone - find a partner and find power!c

FAITH FITNESS 3: WORK OUT WITH A PARTNER There is something that trainers know about working out that is also evident in almost every profession. "Pairing up with a workout buddy can dramatically improve your overall results," says Mel Joyner, a New York City-based personal trainer. We need ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sovereign Sacrifice: Foreknown, Foretold, For Faith

Contributed by John Piper on Oct 30, 2009

A message on the sovereignty of God

So when [Jesus] had washed their feet, and taken His garments and reclined at the table again, He said to them, "Do you know what I have done to you? 13 "You call Me Teacher and Lord; and you are right, for so I am. 14 "If I then, the Lord and the Teacher, washed your feet, you also ought to wash ...read more

Scripture: John 10:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Response To Faithful Service Series

Contributed by James Tilley on Dec 10, 2009

This is an exposition of Philippians 4.15-23.

God’s Response to Faithful Service Text: Phil 4. 15-23 Introduction: 1. A religion that gives nothing, costs nothing, and suffers nothing, is worth nothing. -Martin Luther. 2. When we are faithful to obey in giving, serving, praying, etc.; God responds to our faithfulness by … 3. I. His ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

Found Faithful To Jesus In Our Waiting

Contributed by David Cook on Mar 21, 2010

While we wait on the return of the Lord, we can be comforted, consistent, courageous.

There is an overwhelming sense of discouragement that is pervading in people’s lives today. Just this week, I met a check-out lady at CVS and asked her how things were going. “Awful,” was her reply. “My husband and I have one child, I’m pregnant with child # two, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist