Sermons on Faith Not Fear:

Disaster!

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Apr 7, 2010

Hurricanes are amazing things, and very scary. We may be in one even though the weather is fair, because life is full of trouble. But let's find the eye of the storm.

Passage: Matthew 9:18-26 Intro: PP) “Hurricane Destruction” 1. look around, there are storms everywhere. 2. big ones and little ones, global and individual. 3. if there is one thing true of life here on earth, its trouble. 4. a few weeks ago, we saw Jesus involved in a real ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:18-26

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Lord, Save Me!

Contributed by Michael Walther on Aug 8, 2011

Jesus and Peter walk on the water and show us how our fears are overcome by God's grace.

"Lord, Save Me" Matthew 14.22-33 Introduction Brian Simo is a race car driver, and most of you have probably never heard of him. However there is one thing about him with which you are probably familiar. In 1985 he created the “No Fear” clothing line and found an idea that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Lutheran

Do Not Be Afraid

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 26, 2012

Sermon for the ninth Sunday after Pentecost, Year B

Do Not Be Afraid / John 6: 14 - 21 Intro: One day a very small, sickly-looking man with thick glasses rode into a western town on the stagecoach. He was hired to be the new bartender for the town saloon. He was warned by his new boss, “Remember, drop everything and run for your life if ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:14-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Hope In Troubled Times

Contributed by David Hodgin on Sep 11, 2011

A call to trust God in times of trials

Hope in Troubled Times Today is the 10th anniversary of the attacks on the World Trade Center's Twin Towers. A lot has changed in the past 10 years yet some things have stayed the same. I. Seeds of Fear We now have heightened security at our airports, terminals and other major gathering places. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3

"The Church And The Coronavirus”

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Mar 21, 2020

What the Christian should do and believe in responce to the Coronavirus Plague

“The Church and the Coronavirus” March 22, 2020 Psalm 91:1-7 Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” Surely he will save you from the fowler’s snare and from the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-7

Denomination: Holiness

Dealing With The Fear Of Being Popular Series

Contributed by Paul Foster on Dec 26, 2014

Part of a sermon series on Galatians

Introduction The story so far: There has been a big argument brewing in the churches of Galatia about what the content of the Gospel is and whether or not Paul is teaching the right version. Some former Jews who have become Christians are saying he has it wrong and he is not teaching what Peter, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-21

Denomination: Anglican

Should You Fear God? Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

We think that grace means there’s nothing to fear in our behavior. And so the sanction of judgment has no place in our lives. But God is gracious and calls us back today to fear the behavior that leads to destruction.

I heard about a young boy that went off to one of these extremely expensive universities, and the bills were coming in monthly to these parents and they were struggling to keep their head above water. One day his mother received a letter from him and he said: “Dear Mom, I’m writing to inform you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

"from Doubt To Faith: Embracing The Peace Of Christ"

Contributed by Mark Zorn on Apr 27, 2025

Today’s message comes from the Gospel of John, Chapter 20, verses 19-31. This passage recounts Jesus’ appearance to His disciples after the resurrection and the story of Thomas, often called “Doubting Thomas.” It speaks to the themes of fear, doubt, and the transformative power of faith.

**Introduction** Good morning, beloved! Today’s message comes from the Gospel of John, Chapter 20, verses 19-31. This passage recounts Jesus’ appearance to His disciples after the resurrection and the story of Thomas, often called “Doubting Thomas.” It speaks to the themes of fear, doubt, and the ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Abraham’s Faith, God’s Faithfulness

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Oct 31, 2025

Abraham trusted God’s promises despite doubt, fear, and impossibility—and how, like Abraham, we are justified not by our works but by God’s faithfulness. It reminds us that salvation and blessing are gifts of grace, not achievements of human effort.

“What then shall we say that Abraham, our forefather according to the flesh, discovered in this matter? If Abraham was justified by works, he would have something to boast about—but not before God. What does the Scripture say? ‘Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.’” ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-3, Genesis 15:5-6, Ephesians 2:8-9, Galatians 3:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

The "Four F's" Of The Christian Faith

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Feb 26, 2002

The "Four F’s" of Christianity are: Fear not, Fret not, Faint not, Forget not.

The Four “F’s” of the Christian Faith Ps 37:1-7; 39-40 1 Do not fret because of evil men or be envious of those who do wrong; 2 for like the grass they will soon wither, like green plants they will soon die away. 3 Trust in the LORD and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture. 4 Delight ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-7, Psalm 37:1

Denomination: Wesleyan

When A Father’s Faith Falters

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jun 21, 2015

A Father's Day sermon that examines Abraham's fatal decision to betray his wife out of fear of Pharaoh, and the consequences of the "faltering faith" of this otherwise great man of faith.

When a Father’s Faith Falters Father’s Day Message Chuck Sligh June 19, 2022 TEXT: Turn to Genesis 12 INTRODUCTION Since it’s Father’s Day, men, I’m going to do us all a favor. I’m going to help your wives understand you with Chuck Sligh’s Dictionary of Man Phrases. Men know what they mean by ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Pattern Of An Unlimited Life Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Mar 23, 2006

The apostle Paul prays a wonderful prayer for the Colossians in Colossians chapter 1. In this prayer we see the pattern for living life unlimited. It is a life that is filled, faithful, fruitful, fearful, and forceful for the Lord Jesus Christ.

Intro: As the pastor’s wife lets out the dog: “Remember, Beauregard, you’re the pastor’s dog; all the other dogs will be watching you.” —Cartoonist Rob Suggs The pastor’s dog will impact the way people see the pastor today and relate to him tomorrow. God’s church will impact the way people see ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

Faith On Trial

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 18, 2008

We get an idea from the life of Paul as he stood before King Agrippa how to conduct ourselves when our faith is on trial in this world. 1- We must obey God’s vision 2- We must not fear accusations 3- We must present the truth of God

INTRO.- ILL.- A judge, bored and frustrated by a lawyer’s tedious arguments, had made numerous rulings to speed the trial along. The attorney had bristled at the judge’s orders, and their tempers grew hot. Finally, frustrated with another repetition of arguments he had heard many times before, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:19-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fear Not-Conquer Your Fears And Live Joyfully

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 22, 2001

this sermon is to encourage beleivers to overcome their fears and live joyfully as our Lord commands us not to fear

FEAR NOT - CONQUER YOUR FEARS AND LIVE JOYFULLY ******************************************************** OUTLINE 1.REWARD 2.RESPONSE 3.REASSURANCE 4.RELAXATION 5.REPROACH 6.REVELATION 7.REJOICING THE MESSAGE FEAR NOT - CONQUER YOUR FEARS AND LIVE ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You Afraid? Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 11, 2013

If Jesus is who He says He is, then we have nothing to fear.

Even though I grew up around water being from Watertown, I have a lot of fear related to water. When I was around 8 years old, I was out on Devil’s Lake (appropriately named, I might add) with my dad and some of his buddies on a home-made pontoon boat. We were night fishing for lake trout ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist