Sermons on Faith That Lasts:

A Faithful People

Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Dec 18, 2009

Peter’s letters, 1st and 2nd as we struggle and suffer as Christians, Peter’s words are to encourage us that we remain steadfast and strong in our faith.

A Faithful People 2 Peter 1:1-1:14 Peter’s letters, 1st and 2nd as we struggle and suffer as Christians, Peter’s words are to encourage us that we remain steadfast and strong in our faith. His faith was strong even to his death. Lets listen to what he instructs us, regarding our faith. Luke ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-14

Denomination: Apostolic

Faith Midrash Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 28, 2009

When we understand how Jesus’ teaching on faith is connected to the Old Testament texts from which they originate, we can set aside wrong thinking and embrace fuller, more accurate perspectives.

Faith Midrash (Deuteronomy 7:17-23 with John 14:11-13 and Matthew 17:20, 21:21) 1. The Volcano in the Philippines was big news this past week. 2. According to the Associated Press, "Philippine troops went house to house Thursday threatening to use force to move hundreds of residents from the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 7:17-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Courageous Faith Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Dec 29, 2009

Using the GRINCH as an acronym the "C" is for the courage of Joseph who took on God’s call to protect God’s son, Jesus

Dr. Norman Vincent Peale in a Christmas message wrote, “During the Christmas rush two men were standing on Fifth Avenue at 57th Street in New York City, waiting for a red light. One of them was irritated by the traffic. ‘This town is totally disorganized,’ he growled. ‘Look at this traffic! ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Nurtured In The Faith Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 30, 2009

Jesus was brought up in a family that actively participated in the religious traditions and rituals of their faith. Being brought up in the community of believers prepared Jesus for his earthly ministry.

Luke 2:41-52 “Nurtured in the Faith” INTRODUCTION Have you noticed how quickly Christmas is celebrated and then forgotten? The stores have already started removing their Christmas decorations and replacing them with Valentines Day. The radio stations have stopped playing Christmas Carols, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Lutheran

Faith On Trial

Contributed by Timothy Brown on Jan 30, 2010

Our faith will be tested. The question is can we stand up to the test?

Text: Acts 5:27-32 Title: Faith on Trial Introduction: (play Perry Mason track) Raymond Burr (the eponymous attorney Perry Mason), Barbara Hale (Perry’s very capable private and proper secretary Della Street), William Hopper (Perry’s detective of choice Paul Drake), Connie Cezon ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:27-32

Denomination: Baptist

Marks Of Faith

Contributed by Daniel Haas on Apr 25, 2011

That is why we gather every week, because doubt is permitted in church. The story of the doubting Thomas is a great example for our faith lives.

John 20:19-31 DOUBTING THOMAS - The disciples saw that Jesus resurrected from the dead - Thomas says, he could not believe unless he sees it - Many people were spectators when Jesus was crucified - The disciples - foremost our fearful Thomas for sure - hid away from the people, e.g. Peter denying ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Congregational

Heroes Of Faith Series

Contributed by Joshua Hetrick on Jul 4, 2009

Outline of Heb. 11

Heroes of Faith Hebrews Chapter Eleven Scripture Reading 11:1-7 1. Our author finished chapter ten with the admonition not to “draw back unto perdition”. 2. In this chapter we see our author encouraging his readers to push on to the “saving of the soul”. Divine Spectacle During an interview with ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An Overcoming Faith

Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Jul 5, 2009

What it means to have Faith.

“An Overcoming Faith!” 6/24/2007 – Marsing, ID 2/10/2008 – Marsing, ID Heb 11:6 “6But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.” “6Empero sin fe es imposible agradar á Dios; porque ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Apostolic

Forward By Faith

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Apr 2, 2011

This message deals with the fact that fear is the basis of faithlessness, often resulting in accusations toward others, and absurdity in one’s thinking. However, one who will choose to put their faith in God, will find their faith strengthen.

Forward by Faith Text: Ex. 14:10, 13-15 Intro: Many Christians these days possess a distorted view of the life of faith. Some tend to think of faith as nothing more than a positive attitude, or the mindset that everything is going to work out all right in the end. This is sort of a “power of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:10-15

Denomination: Baptist

Faithful Mom Series

Contributed by James Parker on Apr 9, 2011

As we begin a new year I would like to begin a new sermon series. It will be new series for me as well as you. I have read and studies these ideas before, and may have even preached on some of them, but this is the first time we will tie together a serie

New Testament Women A Faithful Mom? As we begin a new year I would like to begin a new sermon series. It will be new series for me as well as you. I have read and studied these ideas before, and may have even preached on some of them, but this is the first time we will tie together a series of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

Degrees Of Faith!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Apr 11, 2011

The Bible shows us that there are degrees of faith. In this outline we list the Bible degrees of faith and the how we can increase our faith and in closing how that Jesus always had quick results in His Faith. The disciples said in Luke 17:5 (KJV) And the

DEGREES OF FAITH! The Bible shows us that there are degrees of faith. In this outline we list the Bible degrees of faith and the how we can increase our faith and in closing how that Jesus always had quick results in His Faith. The disciples said in Luke 17:5 (KJV) And the apostles said unto the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:4-6

The Testing Of The Faithful

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jun 24, 2009

The trial and testing of the faithful

Daniel 3-The Three Faithful Friends of Daniel are Tested I. Nebuchadnezzar’s Golden Image Set Up for Worship (v.1-7) A. The Image Description (v.1) B. The Call of Image Worship to Leaders (v.2-7) 1. The Leaders ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Walking By Faith Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 25, 2009

Christians walk a different walk. Not only do we walk along a different path, but we also walk in a different manner. The difference is caused by our active and dynamic relationship with Jesus.

2 Corinthians 5:6-10, 14-17 “Walking By Faith” INTRODUCTION Various Christian groups have attempted to define what it is like to live as a Christian. At the turn of the twentieth century, the evangelist, Billy Sunday, believed that temperance was the mark of a Christian. Christians shouldn’t ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:6-17

Denomination: Lutheran

A Shipwrecked Faith

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 28, 2009

This message gives some marks or characteristics of a "Shipwrecked Faith."

A SHIPWRECKED FAITH 1 Timothy 1:18-19 * At 7:24am on March 20, 2009, struck the Popps Ferry bridge in Biloxi, MS (just about a mile from where we lived for 8 years) causing more damaged to the bridge than did Katrina. * We were living in Pensacola, Florida, in February, 1989, when our world was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

Test Of Faith

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 29, 2010

Today from this passage of scripture, I want us to learn four of tests of our faith so that we can be better equipped when those test come.

Test of Faith Am Service October 4th 2009 Daniel 1:1-21 Introduction Today we will begin a brand new series titled “Faith Under Fire” taken from the book of Daniel. The world, in which we live, is not conducive to a growing faith in Christ. In fact I would say it is the opposite, it ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

Denomination: Baptist