Sermons on Faith Testing:

Joshua's Faith

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015

Joshua's Faith

JOSHUA 24:14-21 Joshua 1. THE CHARACTERISTICS OF FAITH A. THE ROOT OF FAITH. 14 Now therefore fear the LORD, and serve him in sincerity and in truth: There are two components of faith found in v14: Fear. "Fear the LORD". Psalm 4:4—“Stand in awe and sin ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-21

Denomination: Holiness

The Centurion's Faith Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 13, 2015

As we continue our series on the places where Jesus said, “I tell you the truth” we find ourselves in Matt. 8 where Jesus was actually astonished over someone’s level of faith.

THE CENTURION’S FAITH Matt. 8:5-13 As we continue our series on the places where Jesus said, “I tell you the truth” we find ourselves in Matt. 8 where Jesus was actually astonished over someone’s level of faith. 1) What do we see in the Centurion that showed his faith ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Study Of Faith Series

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 20, 2015

The Study Of “Faith”

The Study Of “Faith” Hebrews 11:1 (KJV) 1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. WHAT IS FAITH? The importance of faith is stated for us in the book of Hebrews. "But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Foursquare

Awesome Faith Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 24, 2015

Faith in Jesus is an AWESOME thing!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • We have hit on the subject of faith a couple of times during this 1 John series. Faith is a big issue and John speaks on the subject frequently. • Awesome- defined as: extremely impressive or daunting; inspiring great admiration, apprehension, or ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faithful In The Smalls

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 28, 2015

He who is faithful with a little will be faithful with much.

Faithful in the Smalls July 26, 2015 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: He who is faithful with a little will be faithful with much. Focus Passage: Matthew 25:14-30 Introduction: “Lord, just let me PROVE to you that I can handle a vast fortune ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Baptist

Justified By Faith

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 5, 2021

Have you ever thought you were not good enough? we all have- but when you allow that to be in your relationship with God, you feel like you don't measure up for receiving God's abundant grace by Faith.

Justified by faith in Christ Romans chapter 5:1-11 I am certainly glad that we are able to get together as we take a look at God’s Word together. Prayer- This morning Lord, would you speak to your servants through your servant so that we might sense your presence and sense what you want to do in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Lack Of Faith

Contributed by Raymond Williams on Feb 17, 2021

The greatest hindrance to faith is the inward principle of unbelief implanted in the soul by our great enemy the devil.

Note: This sermon Outline is from the notes of Dr. Paul Garrett (1908-1997) an ordained elder in the Church of the Nazarene and former District Superintendent of the Dallas District Church of the Nazarene. He pastored churches in Oklahoma and Texas. Dr. Paul was a second cousin to Raymond ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:40

Denomination: Nazarene

Justification By Faith

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Feb 27, 2021

This is from a series I preached on Romans.

Title: “Justification By Faith” Script: Romans 3:21-26 Type: Series/Expository Where: GNBC 2-28-21 Intro: Thomas Chalmers was Scotland’s greatest 19th cent Churchman. He was having trouble explaining faith to a woman. Somewhat frustrated, he finally left her by exiting through her backyard. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-26, Romans 3:21-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Word Of Faith

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 6, 2021

The dying thief on the cross next to Jesus made one request to be remembered, and Jesus responded to that by promising him that he would be joining Jesus that very day in paradise. Look to Jesus and your future is always bright.

Not all heroes die a noble death. Jacques de Lalaing, the flower of knighthood, who was considered the pattern of chivalry for all of Europe, and who was called the last hero of romance, died an early death in 1453. It was not of a lover’s broken heart, or in a tournament with his flag flying. He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-46

Faith Alone

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Mar 6, 2021

This sermon is from a series I preached on Romans.

Title: “Faith Alone” Script: Romans 4:16ff. Type: Series/Expository Where: GNBC 3-7-21 Intro: Many people mistakenly think there is conflict between “faith” and “reason”. In their minds, “faith” is a synonym for credulity and even superstition, or even an excuse for irrationality. The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:16, Romans 4:16-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Fatalism Or Faith Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 20, 2021

America is Christian in its thinking in that we are a nation that says folly does not need to be repeated. We can learn from our mistakes and go on to change the future for the better and prevent tragedies that otherwise would be inevitable.

A young man driving through the rich part of the city could not believe his eyes when he saw a sign on a Mercedes Benz that said, "For Sale $100.00. He pulled into the driveway and went to the door, and he asked if the sign was correct. The woman assured him that it was. He asked, "Is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

The Word Of Faith Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 26, 2021

Faith or the lack of faith is the difference between heaven and hell. There is no way to over-emphasize the necessity and value of faith. Charles Wesley wrote, "Faith, mighty faith the promise sees, and rests on that alone; Laughs at impossibilities, and says it shall be done."

Not all heroes die a noble death. Jacques de Lalaing, the flower of knighthood, who was considered the pattern of chivalry for all of Europe, and who was called the last hero of romance, died an early death in 1453. It was not of a lover's broken heart, or in a tournament with his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-46

Fear Or Faith Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 27, 2021

The unknown can stimulate either fear or faith, courage or cowardice. By the authority of Jesus the Christian is to choose faith, even in the face of negative evidence.

The Golden Gate Bridge in California got way behind schedule when it was being built. There were so many casualties, and the men were afraid of falling off. A huge safety net was placed beneath the area of operations, but for a time this made no difference. Then a man fell off into the net. When ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-24

The Foundation Of Faith Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 30, 2021

Faith is the basis of all progress into the unknown. Faith adventures into the unknown and unseen believing that there is more to reality than is presently known.

In 1781 Sir William Herschel, the English astronomer, discovered the planet Uranus. He plotted the course that this new planet should follow, but for some mysterious reason Uranus did not follow the predicted orbit. Other astronomers checked his calculations and found no mistake. It was necessary ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1

Faith And Knowledge Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 5, 2021

Faith and knowledge go together, for you have to have some basis for faith. Faith is trust in somebody or something, and you have to have knowledge of persons or truth in order to trust them.

Over the years I have read the mail of many people. It is because it is because I buy a lot of old books and people leave letters and postcards in these old books. Seldom have I found anything worth reading, but the fact is, much of the best reading in history is found in reading other ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:1-16