Sermons on Faith Pleases God:

Faithfulness And Betrayal Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Sep 17, 2016

We run from the commitment that God's steadfast love and overwhelming grace invite us to make.

INTRODUCTION The are two pictures of God that we receive in the first two chapters of Genesis. Chapter one paints a portrait of a transcendent creator God who can create with a word. A very different picture of God is seen in chapter two. In that chapter God is a master craftsman who lovingly ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Unwavering Faith

Contributed by Mark Lindsey on Apr 30, 2022

How do we take faith to a different level? Moving faith from simply trusting the unknown to faith as trusting God to provide? Faith is not believing something will happen; faith is believing what God said will happen.

“UNWAVERING FAITH” 1 KINGS 17:8-16 Faith is part of everyday living. When you are ill, you go to a doctor whose name you cannot pronounce. He gives you a prescription you cannot read. You take it to a pharmacist you have never seen. He gives you medication you do not understand. Yet, you take it. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

Shield Of Faith Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Apr 9, 2019

Series looking at Spiritual Warfare

SHIELD OF FAITH London, England is farther north than Saint John's, Newfoundland, yet London has a very mild climate and Newfoundland a very harsh climate. The difference is caused by the Gulf Stream, that ever- flowing current of warm water from the Gulf of Mexico. Likewise in life we see ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Shield Of Faith Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 29, 2019

This is the 4th sermon in "The Armor Of God" series.

Series: The Armor Of God [#4] THE SHIELD OF FAITH Ephesians 6:16 Introduction: Over the last several weeks, the subject of Spiritual Warfare has been a focus. We know that we are not supposed to take the fight to the Devil. We know that we are to put on the full armor of God and stand firm. My ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16

Denomination: Baptist

Shield Of Faith

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 27, 2025

Talking about shields, arrows and faith (Sources noted throughout the notes)

HoHum: (Opening illustration from here: https://www.sagebrush.church/next-steps-week-2/next-steps-week-2-day-4/). A woman went into her kitchen to find a robber loaded down with a bunch of stuff he was stealing from her. Not having any kind of weapon to scare him off, she raised her hand and said, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16, Ephesians 6:10-18, Hebrews 11:1, Hebrews 11:39-40, 1 John 5:4, Hebrews 12:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Blessings Of Faith PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 21, 2024

Explores how true happiness comes from God's blessings of faith, love, and hope, and encourages us to become channels of blessings to others.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It is a joy to gather with you today, in this sacred space where our hearts and souls meet, to delve into the rich tapestry of God's Word. Today, we are going to look at the blessings that God bestows upon us, how we can become a blessing to others, and the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3, Romans 4:13-25

Topics: God's Blessing, Blessing The Nations

This Is His Commandment Series

Contributed by Marc Heatherington on Jul 14, 2021

"And whatever we ask we receive from Him, because we keep His commandments and do those things that are pleasing in His sight. And this is His commandment: that we should believe on the name of His Son Jesus Christ and love one another, as He gave us commandment." 1 John 3:23-24

This is His Commandment By Marc Heatherington Our passage today is from 1 John 3:22-23: And whatever we ask we receive from Him, because we keep His commandments and do those things that are pleasing in His sight. And this is His commandment: that we should believe on the name of His Son Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34, Romans 7:7, Acts 15:23-29, Acts 17:30, 2 Thessalonians 3:10-12, Matthew 5:17, 2 Corinthians 3:1-9, Matthew 28:18-20, 1 Corinthians 14:26-37, 1 Corinthians 7:10, Romans 16:25, 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8, 1 Thessalonians 3:10, 1 John 3:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Is Yours An Expectant Faith?

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 23, 2024

Faith means maintaining our trust in God, even when He makes us wait.

Have you ever watched the surfing contests in Hawaii? From what I read, surfing is all about the timing. The environment for surfing is dynamic with the waves, wind, and conditions constantly changing. It doesn't matter how long you spend in the water if you don't have the right timing. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:40-56, 1 John 3:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Journey Of Faith Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jul 31, 2016

In “The Journey of Faith” from Psalm 23, we experience: 1) God’s provision (Psalm 23:1–3) and 2) God’s protection (Psalm 23:4–6).

Psalm 23:1–6. 1 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters.3 He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Other

Faith Series

Contributed by Rick Thiessen on Mar 4, 2003

Faith is the essential character trait God wants to work into your life, for it connects you to God in ways that change you from the inside into a different person.

SE112402 CHARACTER UNDER CONSTRUCTION 4. Faith In CS Lewis’s book, Mere Christianity, a classic work on Christian basics, he spells out the fact that when the Bible mentions faith it talks about it on two levels. BELIEF What faith means in the first sense is what most people who are not ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36, Mark 10:17-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Faithful To God Because He Is Faithful To You

Contributed by David Nolte on Nov 14, 2016

the challenges and help to being a veteran for Jesus

“Be Faithful To God Because He Is Faithful To You” 2 Timothy 4:9-18 David P. Nolte We all remember someone who gave his or her life in defense of this land and freedom. And we are grateful. Or we should be! We are the most blessed of all nations. Usually we think of veterans ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:9-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What God Likes

Contributed by Jay Patton on May 15, 2002

This is a message about living a life that is pleasing to God.

Introduction: A Catholic Bishop recently asked a Yoga group to leave there facility believing the teacings involved in yoga to be contrary to the Catholic churches teaching. The pastor of the church was outraged and proclaimed to the Bishop that Catholic teaching was mere dogma whereas yoga is a ...read more

Scripture: Amos 5:21-27

Denomination: Baptist

Elevate To The Next Level: "Living In Faith”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on May 18, 2025

In our series to elevate discipleship, we’re beginning a mini-series based upon the top three attributes of 1 Corinthians 13:13. This message centers upon the attribute of faith and the type of faith that pleases God from Hebrews 11, God’s Hall of Faith.

Elevate to the Next Level “Living in Faith” Hebrews 11 Watch on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TJoFiEwozGk As we enter this series “Elevate to the Next Level,” which we began the other week with “Living in the Holy Spirit,” I want to move into a mini-series within this ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, Mark 11:24, Romans 10:17, 1 Peter 1:7

Denomination: Foursquare

The Underside Of Faith

Contributed by Ken Pell on Aug 8, 2010

To emphasize and illustrate the very real potential of persecution as well as God’s promises for those who are suffering in His name.

THE UNDERSIDE OF FAITH Rev. 6:9-11 Sermon Objective: To emphasize and illustrate the very real potential of persecution as well as God’s promises for those who are suffering in His name. INTRO: We don’t talk about it much. It is the side of faith that we tend to avoid in our ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:9-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Experiencing God's Glory Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Oct 31, 2022

What do you think would happen to you when you experience God's glory? How do you think your life will be radically changed once you grasp the glory of His grace?

Last week, we spoke about “Following the King” from John 12:12-26. We spoke about Christ’s triumphal entry into our hearts, but then we spoke about going beyond simply thanking and worshiping Him for all He has done to taking steps of faith to follow Him. Following Jesus means no longer following ...read more

Scripture: John 12:27-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational