Sermons on faith through trials:

Cutting Through The Confusion Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on Jun 23, 2002

Three central truths help us cut through the confusion of false teaching to the clarity of the Gospel.

Introduction "It ain’t over ’til it’s over." This is probably the single most famous quote from baseball legend Yogi Berra. It’s simple but elegant and must have come to him in a rare moment of linguistic clarity, because he is much better known as the master of confusion and doublespeak like ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Challenge Through Discipleship Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 15, 2016

Being a genuine disciple of Christ is a very tall order. We are to live in such a way that reflects His character and grace. How is that possible? We must pattern our lives after Christ. We are challenged to imitate the Lord we serve.

The Challenge through Discipleship 2 Timothy 1: 12-14 As we consider discipleship, and our responsibility to follow Christ while investing in others, the Lord Himself stands as the great example. He was fully surrendered to the Father’s will and spent much of His time investing in the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Growing Through Waiting Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Apr 14, 2008

Waiting is probably not one of our favorite things to do. But in our times of waiting, Spiritual growth can take place! And when we wait on the Lord, we will experience His full blessing!

TEXT: Psalm 31, 62 TITLE: The Growing Church: GROWING PAIN #2: Growing through Waiting TOPIC: Spiritual Growth - Part One OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, April 13th, 2008 PROP.: Waiting is probably not one of our favorite things to do. But in our times of waiting, Spiritual growth ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Progressing Through The Storm

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 19, 2001

Whether we progress or not often depends on whether we more afraid of God or men. Peter knew that it was impossible to withstand the power of God without losing big time! Making progress despite difficult circumstances

Progressing Through the Storm (Acts 11:10-26) Illustration:"THEY MAY TRIP SEVEN TIMES, BUT EACH TIME THEY WILL RISE AGAIN." (PROVERBS 24:16 NLT) GET UP, GET OVER IT, GET GOING Jonas Salk, who invented the vaccine that wiped out polio, conducted 200 experiments before he got ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:10-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Worship Through Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Sep 22, 2012

Worship is demonstrated and expressed in many different ways. One of the ways we demonstrate our worship is through sacrifice. What do our sacrifices speak and why is this worship and do the sacrifices we make and the way we make them matter to our wors

Worship through Sacrifice Slide Good morning. Last week we began a series called A Life of Worship. Often when we think of worship, we think of music, and we are going to talk about worship through singing next week. But, we learned last week that worshiping the Lord is not just about singing, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 19:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Going Through The Motions

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 14, 2004

In Hosea 4, we see that there are several consequences of not having an intimate relationship with God

INTRODUCTION  In the Old Testament the nation of Israel was called to be a nation of priests. Israel was to be a bridge between the nations and God. This is what the church today is supposed to do. 1 PETER 2:9 But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 4:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Blessings Through Obedience

Contributed by David Cambridge on Aug 3, 2002

This lesson aims to demonstrate the distinction between ’works’ and ’obedience.’ We certainly cannot earn our salvation but OBEDIENCE is necessary.

Blessings Through Obedience Introduction 1. On the one hand, the Scriptures teach that we are saved by faith, not by works: "8For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: 9Not of works, lest any man should boast" (Ephesians 2:8-9) 2. On the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9, James 2:24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Partnering Through Prayer Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 9, 2007

Shows the importance of partnering with the Pastor for prayer.

Title: Partnering through Prayer Theme: The importance of partnering with the pastor through prayer. Text: Exodus 17:8-16 Amalek is a descendant of Esau the brother of Jacob the two sons of Isaac. Remember Esau, who cared nothing for his birthright, chose to sell it to Jacob. This disregard for ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-16

Denomination: Church Of God

Progressing Through The Storm 

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Have you ever wondered why some people are afraid to progress when conditions appear difficult? Most of us are hesitant to try something new unless we are given guarantees

Illustration:When Pablo Casals reached 95, a young reported threw him a question: "Mr. Casals, you are 95 and the greatest cellist that ever lived. Why do you still practice six hours a day?" And Mr. Casals answered, "Because I think I’m making progress." Your goal is to make progress every day of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:10-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Identification Through Baptism

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Sep 19, 2023

Believer's Baptism

Identification Through Baptism Various Scriptures Good morning, Today is a unique day for us. The normal schedule of things is intentionally different because we are going to celebrate several baptisms this morning and the scriptures will be on the screen. Because we are taking an entire ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Faithful To The Faithful One

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004

Be Faithful to the Faithful One by confessing his gospel, by performing his work, and by trusting his promises.

What’s the difference between a faithful fan and a fair weather fan? A faithful fan will continue to cheer and promote his team no matter how poorly it’s doing. A fair weather fan will only root for his team if it’s doing well. Such fans have even been known to switch allegiance in the middle of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:8-13

Denomination: Lutheran

The Power To See It Through!

Contributed by Lark Lewis on Nov 8, 2008

Obviously the qualities which make a good start possible are not identical with the qualities which see life through to the end.

The Power to See it Through Philemon 24, Colossians 4:14, 2 Timothy 4:10 2 Tim. 4:10 For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world, and is departed unto Thessalonica; Crescens to Galatia, Titus unto Dalmatia. CONCERNING one character in the New Testament, mentioned only three times, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:10

Denomination: Apostolic

Power Through Prayer

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Aug 22, 2016

Church, we need to be able to get a hold of the Lord. We need that as individuals and we need that as a church. The only way that will ever happen is for us to come together like the early church and make seeking God our priority

POWER THROUGH PRAYER Study Text: Matthew 17:21 Introduction: - Power is the ability to get things done. This means that without power, we are helpless. This is why we need to have our spirit empowered for triumph. - Therefore, we must take spiritual responsibility to increase our levels of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Reconciled Through Christ Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 11, 2011

The Colossians believers had become recipients of God’s marvelous act of reconciliation. They had been made acceptable to God and are challenged to continue striving forward in the truth that had saved them.

COLOSSIANS 1: 20-23 RECONCILED THROUGH CHRIST Having proclaimed the deity and work of Christ, Paul now reveals what it means to the people in Colossae. He thus returns to the thought of redemption. With joyful wonder the Apostle testifies to the Colossians believers that they too have become ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

Inside Connections And The Jewish Trial Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 31, 2003

Peter’s denial and the Jewish trial of Jesus opens our eyes to the nature of sinful mankind and society...and to God’s Sovereign Purposes which cannot be thwarted

Note: this is a bulletin insert that I included with the sermon. The actual sermon follows below it. Ed Inside Connections and The Jewish Trial of Jesus (Luke 22:54-65; John 18:12-27; Matt. 26:57-75; Mark 14:54-72) Have you ever noticed this verse about John sneaking Peter into the courtyard ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:54-65, John 18:12-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible