Sermons on Faith Response:

Am I Responsible For The Whole, Wide World?

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 26, 2007

One of the towering questions of Christianity is the question of responsibility for bearing witness.

AM I RESPONSIBLE FOR THE WHOLE, WIDE WORLD? Mark 1:16-18 INTRO: One of the towering questions of Christianity is the question of responsibility for bearing witness. “Am I responsible for the whole, wide world, or just myself, my salvation, my actions?” These questions are clearly answered in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Different Responses Towards The Filling Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Vincent Harry Anobling on Sep 5, 2011

The miracle happened during the Pentecost resulted to different responses. How was it? I believe it is because that human as we are we tend to believe and doubt of thing supernaturally done in our sight. That's the outcome of the fallen nature.

ACTS 2: 5 – 13 THE DIFFERENT RESPONSES OF THE SPIRIT’S FILLING A. Towards the unbeliever: 1. They were alarmed and were confounded. v. 6 Bec. They heard them speak their language. 2. They were amazed and marvelled. v. 7 Bec. The speakers were Galileans. 3. Others were amazed and in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

Parenting – God’s Plan, Our Responsibility

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on May 24, 2017

We have a biblical responsibility in parenting

Ephesians 6:1-4 Introduction: Parenting needs to be done in unity. Failure to do so reaps serious consequences. I. Children are to be brought up in the instruction of the Lord. A. Children are to be nurtured. B. The care and attention given to someone or something that is growing or ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Response To Our Stubborn Disobedience Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 18, 2019

The destruction of the Temple highlights Israel's disobedience. What can we learn from that?

WHAT IS THIS PROPHECY ABOUT? The destruction of the temple in 70 A.D. - Zechariah 11:1-17. - Verses 1-3 tell us that the destruction is coming. PIECES OF THE PROPHECY: 1. Selfish shepherds. - Zechariah 11:4-5. - Matthew 23:4-7; John 11:48. - Zechariah speaks here as though he is in the ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 11:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Prayerful Response To The Senseless Shootings In Parkland, Florida

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Feb 16, 2018

Obviously, this is more a prayer than a sermon. It is inspired during a time of prayer and meditation and worthy of sharing.

" But, O Lord of hosts, You who judge righteously, Testing the mind and the heart, Let me see Your vengeance on them, For to You I have revealed my cause." Jeremiah 11:20 "Beloved, do not avenge yourselves, but rather give place to wrath; for it is written, 'Vengeance is Mine, I will repay.' says ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Transformative Power, Authority, And Responsibilities Of The Holy Spirit. Series

Contributed by Sandeep Samson on Mar 21, 2025

The Holy Spirit, in Christian theology, is considered the third person of the Holy Trinity, alongside God the Father and God the Son (Jesus Christ). The transformative power, authority, and responsibilities of the Holy Spirit are central to Christian belief and practice.

1. Transformative Power of the Holy Spirit The Holy Spirit's transformative power is evident throughout Scripture, both in individual lives and in the broader community of believers. Regeneration and New Birth Biblical Illustration: In John 3, Jesus explains to Nicodemus that one must be ...read more

Scripture: John 3:5, 2 Thessalonians 2:13, Acts 2:4, John 16:8, Acts 4:32, Genesis 1:2, 2 Peter 1:21, Acts 5:3, Acts 13:2, John 14:16-17, John 14:26, Ephesians 1:13, Romans 8:26, Acts 1:8, 1 Corinthians 12:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sowing In Faith, Reaping In Hope Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 3, 2024

The Bible often uses agricultural imagery to teach us about spiritual truths. Just like a farmer plants seeds and waits for a harvest, we plant spiritual seeds through prayer, good works, and faithful living.

Sowing in Faith, Reaping in Hope Introduction: It’s such a blessing to gather together and dive into God’s Word. Today, we’re going to explore what it means to live a life of faithful sowing. Our Christian walk often mirrors the rhythms of farming—planting seeds of faith, nurturing them through ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:6, Matthew 13:3-9, Galatians 6:9, 1 Corinthians 3:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Daily Word Of Encouragement And Admonishment Re: Coronavirus 4

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Mar 24, 2020

Prayer is an essential element in our response to the coronovirus pandemic

A Daily Word Of Encouragement And Admonishment Re: Coronavirus 4 Will You Pray For Me? Of course, as a pastor I get that request all the time. I am happy and honored to do that. BUT, I am always tempted to ask, “Who have YOU prayed for today?” I am reminded of a time a few years ago when I was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Carry The Cross Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 7, 2021

We all have a responsibility to carry the cross of Christ

Carry the Cross #2 Matthew 27, Luke 23 Good Morning I hope you are ready to receive the word of God and let it change you from the inside out. That …what is happening on the inside would be seen on the outside. The hardest thing is to pick up is the mantle of someone else. Because if you are not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-32

Denomination: Nazarene

"When The Waves Rise-Recognizing The Overwhelming” Series

Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Jul 20, 2025

In every season of life, there comes a moment when the weight of responsibility, expectation, and uncertainty feels far too heavy to bear.

Title: # 1 “When the Waves Rise-Recognizing the Overwhelming” Text: 2 Cor. 12:9 “But he said to me; My grace sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Importance Of Prized Faith Series

Contributed by Scott Thomas on Oct 15, 2013

The letters in the word, "FAITH" tells us the prizes we receive in having faith in God. The prizes are: 1) Freedom 2) Assurance 3) Involvement 4) Triumph 5) Heaven.

SERMON SERIES THE IMPORTANCE OF FAITH Sermon 4 The Importance of Prized Faith I John 5: 1-15 Key Verse: I John 5:4 1 Whosoever believeth that Jesus is the Christ is born of God: and every one that loveth him that begat loveth him also that is begotten of him. 2 By this we know that we love the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

What Will You Do With Jesus? Trust In Him! Series

Contributed by Jim Black on Jan 31, 2004

Hearing the good news of Jesus demands a response.. will it be to put your trust in Him?

What will you do with Jesus? Trust in Him John 6:25-29 Focus: Hearing the good news of Jesus demands a response…will it be to trust in him? Function: To call hearers to make a decision to put their faith in Jesus. Let me tell you about a couple of people I know … Samantha—When the couple from ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-29, Mark 9:17-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Transformed By Truth: Salvation Through Jesus Christ Acts 4:12 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 26, 2024

Acts 4:12 encapsulates the core message of the Gospel and the foundation of our faith

Transformed by Truth: Salvation through Jesus Christ Acts 4:12 Introduction: Today, we are going to delve into a powerful and transformative truth found in Acts 4:12. This verse encapsulates the core message of the Gospel and the foundation of our faith. Let's read this verse together from the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:12, John 14:6, 1 Timothy 2:5, Philippians 2:9-11, John 14:13-14, Romans 10:9-10, Acts 2:38  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

We Are All Slaves Series

Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Sep 20, 2004

Paul reminds Philemon and us that we all are slaves, that is, we all have responsibilities to our masters.

Pentecost 16 Philemon 1,10-21 Let’s say that you were a pastor, and you had this situation come up in your church: there was a problem between two of your most solid members, we’ll call them Philip and Oswald. But the problem between Phil and Ozzie isn’t a personality clash. The problem isn’t ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-21

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Call

Contributed by Mark Lennon on Dec 20, 2002

This is one of the greatest promises in the scriptures called the Abrahamic Covenant. God always expects a response when he speaks.

God’s Call Genesis 12:1-3 This is one of the greatest promises in the scriptures called the Abrahamic Covenant. We still see the effects of that promise today. Abram means exalted father. God changed his name to Abraham Abraham means father of a multitude. God always expects a response when he ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-17, Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist