Sermons on Faith Is Assurance:

Jesus, The Hope Of The World Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 30, 2002

1st in First John Series

JESUS, THE HOPE OF THE WORLD 1 John 1:1-4 INTRO: In the letter of 1 John, John gives several keys as to why the book was written. One of the reasons for 1 John is to promote joy (1:4). The second reason he gives us this book is to prevent sin (2:1). In other words, that we might be strengthened ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Three Tests For Salvation Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 3, 2002

4th in First John Series

THREE TESTS FOR SALVATION 1 John 2:3-11 INTRO: One of the main purposes of the book of 1 John is that you and I might come to know that we are truly children of God. To know that we are born again. The Bible plainly teaches that it is possible for a Christian to really and actually know he is ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

These Things We Know Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 7, 2002

19th in First John Series (Final Message in Series)

THESE THINGS WE KNOW 1 John 5:18-21 INTRO: The book of 1 John, as we have seen together, is the book of Christian certainty. God laid it upon the heart of John to write this little letter to every one of us so that we might never be in the dark about our salvation and to have a surety which ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

Free Forgiveness For All?

Contributed by Eric Sellgren on Jun 18, 2002

WILL EVERYONE GO TO HEAVEN?

That`s a very familiar story – of a woman caught in the very act of adultery, and brought into the presence of Jesus for condemnation and stoning. But Jesus DIDN`T condemn her – He told her to “GO AND SIN NO MORE”. Did you notice that the woman hadn`t said she was wrong – she hadn`t asked for ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

All Eyes On Heaven

Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on Sep 17, 2003

It is said that teachings are only judged as being effective when the desired behavior is displayed. In his letter to the church in Rome, Paul is laying a foundation that is needed if the church was ever going to act and react in such a manner that the t

Sermon Title: All Eyes on Heaven Text: Romans 8:18-25 Date: March 2, 2003 NASB Context of Scripture: It is said that teachings are only judged as being effective when the desired behavior is displayed. In his letter to the church in Rome, Paul is laying a foundation that is needed if the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-25

Denomination: *other

Almost At The Gate

Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 15, 2003

Examples of people who were almost saved, but not saved.

December 11, 2002 I. Introduction: A. Premise—There is nothing in the Bible that says “Once saved always saved.” Salvation is not a one time event. It is a continuous growth. It is a lifetime process. B. What we are going to study tonight is a solemn reflection of where we are in our Christian ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:27-29

Denomination: Adventist

The Saving Blood Of The Lamb Series

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Oct 19, 2003

Part 3 of a series on Old Testament parallels of New Testament salvation. This message compares the saving blood of the Passover lamb to the saving blood of the Lamb of God.

Old Testament Parallels of New Testament Salvation — Part 3 The Saving Blood of the Lamb Scripture Ref: Exodus 12:1-13, 14, 46; 13:1-16 Matthew 26:17-29 John 1:29; 3:5-7 1 Corinthians 2:2 1 Peter 1:18-19 Hebrews 10:14, 29 Other Ref: All the Messianic Prophecies of the Bible, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-14

An Anchor For The Soul Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Oct 21, 2003

Success in the Christian life isn’t all about our effort. While we must make an effort we are not left to do it alone. However, we can have assurance of success without yet realizing the success.

An Anchor for the Soul Hebrews 6:13–20 INTRODUCTION At the time of his death, this man’s work appeared in twenty-six hundred newspapers worldwide, and was the basis of a franchise earning $1 billion a year. Since its modest debut in just seven papers on October 2, 1950, his comic strip became a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:13-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Salvation Plan

Contributed by Jack Whitehead on Oct 29, 2002

Salvation God’s way or yours?

God’s Salvation Plan I am not talking about what I think salvation is. I am not talking about what you think salvation is. I am talking about what God says salvation is! Today, I want to take God’s word and see what God’s says eternal salvation is. You see my goal is that when this sermon is ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Can We Really Know Series

Contributed by Frank Lay on Jul 19, 2006

Is it possible for a person to really know that he has eternal life as a present reality?

CAN WE REALLY KNOW? John 2:3-11 Is it possible for a person to really know that he has eternal life as a present reality? Some people hope that they are among the elect but feel that no one can really know until that day. Others believe that a person can be saved one minute and loose it the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

How Do You Know You Know Him? Part 2 Series

Contributed by Jamie Wright on Jul 22, 2006

The Bible is clear that we can know Him? But how do you know that you know him and how can we have that assurance of knowing him?

Pastor Jamie Wright * MFC * May 24, 2006 Last week: Do you know Him? 1 Cor. 3:10 This week: How do I know that I know Him? 1 John 2:3-11 “Now by this we know that we know Him, if we keep His commandments.” There are three TEST(s) of knowing Him: 1. ATTITUDE TEST towards obeying His Word and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Touched By An Angel Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Aug 1, 2006

Through his dream, Jacob receives a glimpse of reality that God is always near and that his Word will always cheer no matter how lonely our pligrimage to heaven may seem.

“Touched by an Angel” is a popular family show about heavenly beings sent to earth to help people with their problems. How would you categorize a TV show starring angels? Would you call it fiction or reality TV? It all depends what you believe about angels doesn’t it? On our episode of “Jake TV” ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Having A Pit Bull Mentality Equals A New Beginning

Contributed by Ronnie Mcneill on Nov 24, 2007

Because Jesus the Christ did not let go of His mission which was to die on that Old Rugged Cross, we now have a New Beginning.

Introduction: When I think of pit bulls my mind automatically goes to that dog that has a mind set of not letting go. Once it gets a hold of you it will not let go. It is determined no matter what to hold on to its victim until its victim is dead. A pit bull’s jaws are designed to lock together ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Baptist

Where There Is Blood

Contributed by Clint Shrum on Nov 25, 2007

An illiterated outline how the blood of Christ provides and supplies four necessities to the Christian life

WHERE THERE IS BLOOD Exodus 12:1-7 & 13 Intro: In this text we find the institution of the Passover. As you can see it is called the Passover because of the fact the death angel passed over the houses of those that had the blood applied their doors thus resulting in the sparing of the firstborn ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

This Is The Season For A Hallelujah Praise

Contributed by Ronnie Mcneill on Dec 11, 2007

This sermon is one of praise and thanksgiving for the birth of Jesus the Christ for our salvation.

Introduction: This is the season where many people are into shopping and buying gifts for loved ones, co-workers, and children. Little do they realize the true meaning and the significance of this season. For some it’s the man in the red suit with a sleigh and eight reindeer shouting Ho! Ho! ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist