Sermons on Faith Lessons:

David Faithful To God's Calling Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 25, 2023

Don’t be swayed by bad advice from good people. Always be guided by what you know is right.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Saul led 3,000 men against David (1 Samuel 24:2; 26:2). 2. David a man after God’s heart, did not sin against God. David had two opportunities to kill Saul, but followed God’s highest calling. En Gedi cave and Hachilah. “I would not stretch out my hand against the LORD’S ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-22, 1 Samuel 26:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

David Faithful To Be Restored After Terrible Sin Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 25, 2023

David's repentance and restoration.

A. WHY DAVID GOT INTO ADULTERY: 2 SAMUEL 11 1. Didn’t fulfill his job. “The times when Kings go to war … David sent Joab … remained at Jerusalem” (2 Samuel 11:1): a. Getting older. b. His past reputation would help victory. c. This battle was smaller than past. 2. Sleeplessness: a. Walk on ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

David Faithful Beyond His Physical Life Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 25, 2023

God's eternal covenant with David.

A. GOD’S ETERNAL COVENANT WITH DAVID: 2 SAMUEL 7:1-29 1. Thinking of building a Temple (house for God). “David sat in his house … but the Ark of God dwells in tent curtains” (2 Samuel 7:1-2). 2. David’s house will be spiritual influence. “When your days are finished … your seed after you … his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

Justified By Faith Only? Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Aug 10, 2020

To establish that believers are justified or saved, through faith and obedience to God. This lesson answers the question: Can anyone be justified or saved by faith alone, apart from works, or obedience unto God? There is no truth in the teaching: "Justified or saved by faith only?"

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Justified By Faith Only? Remarks. 1. In this lesson today, we will be discussing the theme: “Justified By Faith Only?" This is the third lesson in the sermon-series entitled: "Re-digging in Old Wells." There will be many others bearing this title. We are ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25, James 2:21-24, John 6:28-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Grace And Our Faith

Contributed by David Hersey on Mar 26, 2015

Grace is God's role in His plan for man. Faith is Man's responsibility. This lesson examines how each of these roles function in man's redemption, salvation and relationship with God.

God's Grace and Our Faith As I travel across this nation working in various places, I meet a lot of people who claim Jesus Christ as their savior and when you engage them in conversation about their beliefs, they have this notion that grace and faith are the tickets to heaven and in a sense they ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Accomplish A Big Hard Scary Job Lesson 11 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 7, 2017

When you don't know where to start

A. SIZE UP BIG JOBS WITH A BIG OVERALL PERSPECTIVE: JOSHUA 10:16-43 1. Why big jobs defeat us? a. We’re scared of failure. b. We don’t know where to start. c. We’ve failed at big jobs before. d. Lack of motivation. e. Worthy goal, but not with my limitations. “God led Israel to cross the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 10:8-43

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Is An Action Word

Contributed by Arthur Miller on Jan 16, 2014

There is a lot of debate about Faith vs. Works, but when we look at God's word we see Faith and works are combined. We cannot have faith without works, because faith is an action word. This lesson explores this concept through the Lady Be Good.

Opening Story; The Lady Be Good The year 1942 was a dark day of World War II. Britain under Churchill stood alone against Adolf Hitler. The United States under Roosevelt was in the process of mobilizing. Churchill’s labour deputy Prime Minister said, “Our Prime Minister wins every ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

#1: Fundamental Foundations Of Faith (The Church) Series

Contributed by Tim West on Feb 28, 2022

This lesson is about the nature and design of the Lord's church as taught in the Bible;

Fundamental Foundations of Faith Understanding the Lord’s Church INTRO. A. In order to be successful in any endeavor, you must pay attention to the fundamentals. Those basic fundamentals serve as the foundation and the building blocks for success. B. For example- In the late ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:10-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lesson 9: Tested By The Fruit Of The Flesh

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 15, 2013

How to Handle the Fruits of the Flesh

Series: Learning Faith From Abraham Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 9: Tested By The Fruit Of The Flesh April 14, 2013 A. WHAT IS THE FRUIT OF THE FLESH? 1. Avoid the lust of the flesh. “Love not the world . . . for all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 4: Tested By Broken Relationship

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 19, 2013

God usually puts people into a "desert" so they become dependent entirely upon Him

Series: Learning Faith From Abraham Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 4: Tested By Broken Relationship February 24, 2013 A. ESCAPE FROM SPIRITUAL FAILURE 1. You have to leave your place of trouble. “Abram went up from Egypt” (Gen. 13:1). 2. Remove your loved ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Why Church Membership Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 9, 2016

Does the Bible Want You to Join A Church?

A. Does The Bible Want You To Join A Church? 1. It teaches all believers were part of a fellowship that was called both an assembly and body. a. Organism: Every believer is part of the body of Christ because, (1) they were initially placed by the Spirit into the body, 1 Cor. 12:12, (2) they are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Tested By Broken Relationship Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 21, 2017

Escape from spiritual failure

A. ESCAPE FROM SPIRITUAL FAILURE 1. You have to leave your place of trouble. “Abram went up from Egypt” (Gen. 13:1). 2. Remove your loved ones from trouble. “His wife . . . and Lot with him” (13:1). 3. Get by yourself. “Into” the Negev (desert) (13:1, NLT). God usually puts people into a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Tested By Family Squabbles Lesson 13 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 22, 2017

What to do when you fuss

A. INTRODUCTION: THE PROBLEM – GENESIS 21:1-21 1. Sarah was protective of “my son” (v. 10) Isaac. 2. Abraham struck up for the son causing the problem calling him “his son” (v. 11). 3. The older brother Ishmael (age 17) was “scoffing” (v. 9, NKJV). The word means taunting which carries ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Woman With The Issue Of Blood Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 4, 2023

After your life falls apart, you can be changed by an encounter with Christ.

A. WHY DID SHE TOUCH JESUS: MARK 5:24-35? 1. She did not want Jesus to touch her. She thought Jesus might become unclean if He healed her with a touch. “Whoever touches her shall be unclean” (Leviticus 15:19). 2. She wanted contact. She did not want to touch Jesus, just His clothes. “… anything ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:43, Mark 5:28, James 5:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Faith? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 4, 2006

This sermon examines the biblical description of faith. What is faith? One way to get a better picture of biblical faith is to gain a clear understanding of what biblical faith is not.

Scripture Author Tim Hansel tells the story about the day he and his son Zac were out in the country, climbing around in some cliffs. He heard a voice from above him yell, “Hey Dad! Catch me!” He turned around to see Zac joyfully jumping off a rock straight at him. Zac had first jumped and then ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30, Daniel 6:25-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed