Sermons on Examples Of Believers:

What Is Great Faith?

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jun 29, 2003

PENTECOST 2(C) - Believers discover that great faith is not self-centered but Christ-centered and humbly trusts in God.

WHAT IS GREAT FAITH? Luke 7:1-10 - June 22, 2003 LUKE 7:1-10 71When Jesus had finished saying all this in the hearing of the people, he entered Capernaum. 2There a centurion’s servant, whom his master valued highly, was sick and about to die. 3The centurion heard of Jesus and sent some ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

A Just And Perfect Man

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 13, 2006

Who is this guy, in this particular time frame in history? I mean, the only one in the whole world that believed God.

A JUST AND PERFECT MAN Heb ll:7 7 By faith Noah, being warned of God of things not seen as yet, moved with fear, prepared an ark to the saving of his house; by the which he condemned the world, and became heir of the righteousness which is by faith. Heb ll:7 7 By faith Noah, when warned about ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Rest; A Faith That Shines

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Mar 20, 2006

Now if we want a faith that shines, I believe we need to look at the faith of the people the writer names in the closing chapter.

The rest; a faith that shines Hebrews 11:32-40 03/19/06 Each year or more than once a year, there will be a magazine that usually will list the top 100 people in the world. As we conclude our study of Hebrews 11, I believe we could not conclude it in any greater fashion. We come to a list of Bible ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32-40

Denomination: Baptist

The Believer’s Two Inclinations Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 25, 2020

In explaining the spiritual nature of the true believer, Paul asserts three important FACTS.

The Believer’s Two Inclinations (Romans 8:5-11) 1. Here is a true story from Patrick Grilliot: We Uber drivers never know whom we’re going to end up with as a passenger. One day, I was driving over a new bridge, the design of which was very confusing. Completely confounded, I muttered, “I’d love ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Personal Ethics For The Followers Of Christ!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Feb 29, 2016

2 Timothy 2:15 (KJV) Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. In this outline we point out a few needed ethics for both believer and minister.

Personal Ethics for the Followers of Christ! In this age of cutting corners, 'cheating' in schools, and work, it becomes more important then ever that we as followers of the Lord be examples of both believer and sinner. Jesus said in Matthew 7:20 (KJV) Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-20

The Believer's Hope Is........

Contributed by Tony Abram on Mar 1, 2019

The believer's hope is found throughout the Bible and in this outline we share a few very important examples of hope.

The believer's hope is........ Titus 2:13 (KJV) Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ; 1. Encouraging hope. John 14:3 (KJV) And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:13, John 14:3, 1 Thessalonians 4:13, 1 John 3:2-3

Old Camel Knees Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 9, 2005

This is an introduction to a study of the Book of James. In this sermon we look at the different stages in the life of the author as he transforms from doubting skeptic to humble believer and righteous leader.

Scripture For most of this past year we have studied Paul’s letter to the Galatians on Sunday mornings. Galatians is a book that emphasizes Christian doctrine. As we studied Galatians we learned what we are to believe about the gospel. Hopefully, we grew in our understanding of the gospel. So, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When You Can't See, Just Have Faith

Contributed by Wm. Darryl Scott Sr D.d. on Jan 2, 2003

Faith is truly the substance of things hoped for and the evidence of things not seen. But how is your faith? Faith never says, "I see", but it always says "I believe"

WHEN YOU CAN’T SEE, JUST HAVE FAITH ENCOURAGEMENT FOR AN EMPOWERED COMMUNITY: MATT 9:27-31 (PREACHED AT THE VA. BAPTIST STATE CONVENTION MEN’S RETREAT - BY REV. W. D. SCOTT SR) THE VERY REAL PRESENCE OF EVIL IN THE WORLD AND THE SINFULNESS OF HUMAN BEINGS, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

Abraham-An Example Of Faith Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Dec 12, 2002

Just what did Abraham discover about Faith?

Abraham¨CAn Example of Faith Romans 4:1¨C25 INTRODUCTION ¡ñ It is my firm belief that, more than just a timeless letter to Christians about the gospel, Romans was an attempt by Paul to unify a divided church in Rome. ¡ñ Paul would use two points to stress to these Christians the reason they ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Examples Set By A Healthy Church

Contributed by Tony Miano on Dec 8, 2000

Our encouragement today should be that almost two thousand years ago another small church, planted in a community probably not too unlike our own, became a model for other new churches throughout the world.

Examples Set By a Healthy Church First Thessalonians 1:5-7 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church October 8, 2000 Introduction: Last week we looked at three characteristics or building blocks essential to building a healthy church. We saw through the church in Thessalonica’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:5-7

Denomination: *other

Justification By Faith: Two Examples Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Mar 27, 2022

Up to this point in Romans, Paul has been pretty academic and intellectual. But now, he puts skin on the truth that justification is by faith alone.

One of my favorite movies is Steven Spielberg’s Catch Me If You Can. It’s the true story of a lifelong con man named Frank Abegnale who, over the course of his career posed as an airline pilot, a medical doctor, a lawyer, and a college professor, all the while passing millions of dollars in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Hannah: An Example Of Prayer And Fasting

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Mar 7, 2002

Communicating principles on prayer from a woman who prayed. What can we learn from Hannah?

HANNAH: AN EXAMPLE OF PRAYER AND FASTING (I Samuel 1:1-11) By Jerry Falwell Today I want to communicate principles on prayer from a woman who prayed. The Bible says, “The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man (woman) availeth much” (James 5:16). Hannah prayed, and God gave her a son. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Hannah: An Example Of A Godly Woman

Contributed by John Newbaker on May 13, 2017

Hannah is an example for all of us. Her faith, her prayers, her commitment to God.

Title: Hannah: An Example of a Godly Woman Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-28 The Bible contains great role models which provide us examples on how to live our lives. Jesus told his disciples “follow me.” Paul said, “Follow me as I follow Christ. A wonderful role model for women today is Hannah.... ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Levi's Example: The Evidences Of Salvation

Contributed by William Crowder on Jun 9, 2003

What are the evidences of salvation?

1) Levi obeyed immediately a) Levi didn’t debate or try to put this off b) He immediately got up and followed c) Real conversion calls for immediate action 2) Levi Confessed openly a) Held a great banquet and invited Jesus to be the guest of honor b) Invited all his former unsaved friends 3) Levi ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Mary – The Example Of A Godly Woman

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 20, 2003

Mary, the mother of Jesus, was a godly example throughout her life. Notice the characteristics of a true woman of God.

A. INTRODUCTION: LUKE 1:26-38; 46-56 1. Sixteen years. How old was Mary when Jesus was born? 2. She needed a Savior. What is our reaction to the claim Mary was born without sin? "My spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour" (1:47). B. HOW WAS MARY AN EXAMPLE OF A GODLY WOMAN 1. Mary was living a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist