Sermons on Faith In Action:

A Soldiers Faith

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Nov 16, 2011

Freedom is purchased by great sacrifice and maintained by those who stand ready to be sacrificed. Today we owe our freedom to men and women such as these and we pause to honor them and to remember and reflect on their sacrifices both past and present.

A Soldiers Faith Matthew 8:5-13 Luke 7:1-10 This week we mark Remembrance Day as a Nation. It is a day that holds a unique significance for each of us. For some it marks the Remembrance of a loved one who fell in service to their country or those who had been taken prisoner never to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Faith Crisis

Contributed by R. Escoanyelin Ortiz on Nov 22, 2011

how to have faith when we feel discouraged

IN MATTHEW 11:1-6 JOHN THE BAPTIST SEEMED TO BE DISCOURAGED. THIS SAME GREAT MAN OF GOD IS THE ONE WHO SAID: THIS IS THE LAMB OF GOD WHO TAKES AWAY THE SIN OF THE WORLD. YET WHEN HE WAS UNFAIRLY PUT IN JAIL HE SEEMS TO DOUBT THE LAMB'S IDENTITY. ALL OF US GO THROUGH MOMENTS OF DISCOURAGEMENT. WHEN ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Faith & The Journey Series

Contributed by David Mcbeath on Nov 23, 2011

The Journey of faith is a Great Adventure Demands Obedience Demands Faith Damands Abandoning the Past Demands Movement and Reveals God's Vision for Our lives

Series: The Journey Message: Faith and Pilgrimage or Faith and the Journey Text: Genesis 12:1-9; Romans 4:17; Hebrews 11:8-10 Date: September 25, 2011 Pastor: David McBeath INTRODUCE OFFERING AND VIDEO It is because of Christ’s sacrifice on the cross that we can have the gift of life! In ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Saving Faith

Contributed by William Akehurst on Nov 25, 2011

Faith is a word with many meanings. What does it mean to live by faith? What is saving faith? Faith is a seed planted in us. From that seed, your faith will grow if you put your full trust in the LORD.

2011.10.16.FAITH William Akehurst HSWC LAB Notes: FAITH Romans 1:17 For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith. Faith is a word with many meanings. FAITHFULNESS It can mean faithfulness: Matthew 24:45 Who then is a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fw: In Faith

Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Dec 6, 2011

Honoring the Protestant Reformation by moving Forward in our Faith

INTRO Of all the subjects Martin Luther was most passionate, he wrote of nothing more extensive than that of “faith. In December 1536, Luther marched forward in faith by defending that which he held so dear by encouraging the church to reform their ways and return to the Lord with all their ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:21-23

Denomination: Lutheran

The Foundation Of Faith Series

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 7, 2011

I learned when I’m fishing on the ocean, and I get out where I no longer see the shore, I must place my trust in the captain of the boat…I want to get so far off shore, with Jesus, that all I can do is trust the Captain of my ship. adapted from a sermon

A Life Built on Faith: “Faith’s Foundation” Matthew 13:53-58 A man named Gregory P. Elder told of growing up on the Atlantic Coast. And what he loved to do as a child was to spend his time down at the beach. For hours each day, he’d sit on the sand and build castles and intricate cities. But ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:53-58

Denomination: Baptist

The Food Of Faith Series

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 7, 2011

Even when we don’t have much to bring to the table, God will make it work. His strength makes up for our weaknesses.

A Life Built on Faith: “The Food Of Faith” Matthew 14:14-21 An English teacher and her class were studying well known Proverbs. One day she gave them a test to see how well they were understanding what she taught. She would state the first half of a proverb and then asked the students to come ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Faith On The Frontlines Series

Contributed by Tim Diack on Dec 12, 2011

We are told in God's word that anyone who seeks to follow Christ should expect persecution. In can come in different shapes and forms but the truth of it is that brothers and sisters around the world are suffering for their faith. What should we expect?

Faith on the Frontlines - Acts 5:12-42 - November 13, 2011 International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church Hoa Lo prison was constructed by the French in the late 1800’s during the time when Vietnam was still a part of French Indochina. Translated, the name of the prison means, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-42

Denomination: *other

God Is Faithful Series

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jan 5, 2012

In our day of broken promises, dirty politics, corporate mergers, made-to-be-broken sports contracts, meaningless marital vows we don't see much real faithfulness. How's this for faithfulness? Luke 16:17

For the last 36 years, Don Gorske of Fon Du Lac, Wisconsin, has eaten a Big Mac for lunch - every day. Over 23,000 in total. He doesn't miss a lunch. He's predictable. Where do you think he'll be today at about noon? You guessed it - at McDonald's! But Don has nothing on God. God is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:13

Denomination: Baptist

Abundance To The Faithful

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 2, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Are you faithful in using what you have? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General believers with a ministry III. OBJECTIVES: To encourage to be faithful stewards in what we have attained from Him. IV. TEXT: Matthew 25:29 To those

I. EXORDIUM: Are you faithful in using what you have? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General believers with a ministry III. OBJECTIVES: To encourage to be faithful stewards in what we have attained from Him. IV. TEXT: Matthew 25:29 To those who use well what they are given, even more will be given, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:29

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Woman Of Faith

Contributed by Clinton L. Turek on May 12, 2012

Hannah's example of what a woman of faith can do.

Hannah: A Woman of Faith By: Clint Turek 1 Samuel 1:1-2:11 Thesis: What women of faith can do for the world, and down through the ages. In a Calvin and Hobbes comic strip, Calvin is standing by his mother’s bed when he says, “Hey, Mom! Wake up. I made you a Mother’s Day ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Results Of Faith

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on May 17, 2012

Paul writes to the church of the Ephesians concerning the results of their faith: 1. They have the possibility to know Christ better. 2. They have an inward awareness of Hope. 3. They have an encounter with resurrection power.

The Results of Your Faith Ephesians 1:15-23 1. The Apostle tells the Ephesians as a result of their Faith they have the Possibility to know Christ Better. • 15Paul says,"becasue of your faith in the Lord Jesus, I keep praying that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ may give you the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Methodist

Women Of Faith

Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 21, 2012

Paul commends Timothy for his faith which was first found in his grandmother and mother as both were women of faith – faith that was genuine, communicated, and influential.

Women of Faith 2 Timothy 1:1-5 Illustration: A young man was standing at the grocery store checkout line when he noticed an elderly woman in front of him. As she unloaded her grocery cart, she kept looking up and staring at him. After a few awkward moments, he asked, “Why do you keep ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

"Living By Faith" Series

Contributed by Paul Norwood on May 21, 2012

Recounts the mountain top experience of Abraham on Mount Moriah and gives four components of how we live by faith from his example.

“Living by Faith” Scripture Reading: Genesis 21:1-7 I. Welcome II. Introduction Two months ago, I preached the first in a series of lessons called “Mountain Top Experiences” with a sermon on “Noah’s New Beginning” on the mountains of Ararat after the flood. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Faith Of The Centurion Series

Contributed by Wilfredo De Jesus on May 23, 2012

How can Jesus be amazed? We know that God is amazing but how could a human being amaze God? What did he do to make God take notice? The Bible says that God searches the entire earth for people who’s hearts are totally committed (1 Chron. 16:9). God is pur

“The Faith of the Centurion” Key Verse: Matthew 8:5-13 (NIV) The Faith of the Centurion 5 When Jesus had entered Capernaum, a centurion came to him, asking for help. 6 “Lord,” he said, “my servant lies at home paralyzed, suffering terribly.” 7 Jesus said to him, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God