Sermons on Faith Vs Wealth:

Practical Faith Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 9, 2013

The way of wisdom is a marathon that requires endurance, balance, perspective, and nurturing good relationships.

Practical Faith (Proverbs 21:16-19) 1. We all do silly things. On blogger recalls, “A couple years back my debit card expired. Of course, the bank sent me a replacement card ahead of time. Once I received it, I called the number to activate it, and stuffed it into my wallet after cutting up ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:16-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Acting On Faith Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 21, 2012

Ruth acts on the faith she has in Naomi... Naomi instructs Ruth based on her faith in what God is doing!

TEACHING BRIEF Date Written: August 5, 2012 Date Taught: August 8, 2012 Church: OPBC (Wed Night) FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Series Title: A Study in the Book of Ruth Sermon Title: Acting On Faith Text: Ruth 3:1-18 NLT (read ALL passage here) Introduction: Now we have seen Naomi and Ruth come ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Defenders Of The Faith?

Contributed by David Wilson on Aug 30, 2012

We are NOT called to defend THE faith, but rather to stand up for OUR faith.

Defenders of the Faith? One of the most frequently misapplied verses in the Bible is I Peter 3:15-17. It is often taken out of context and used to prompt believers into being defenders of the faith! It says, “But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Great Faith

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 8, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Do you know we use faith almost everyday if not every minute? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate acceptable attitudes of those with great faith. IV. TEXT: Matthew 8:8-13 (New Living Translation

I. EXORDIUM: Do you know we use faith almost everyday if not every minute? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate acceptable attitudes of those with great faith. IV. TEXT: Matthew 8:8-13 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) But the officer said, “Lord, I am ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:8-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Faith Believes

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Sep 9, 2012

Abraham’s Faith Was Who He Believed A. He Had A Simple Trust In An Unseen God B. He Believed What God Promised C. He Acted On His Belief D. He Grew In His Faith

America’s “One Nation Under God” Drift - Jesus told Peter you will deny me 3 times before the cock crows, 2012 years later the Democrats did it again - On Wed. 9/5/12 amid boos, Democrats vote to restore God, & Jerusalem to party platform - Chairman rams through platform change to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

A Resilient Faith

Contributed by Egerton Gbonda on Sep 10, 2012

Resilient faith- waiting for your turn and not giving up

A RESILIENT FAITH INTRODUCTION Imagine you have an important appointment and so you left home pretty early to avoid the usual traffic hold ups. Perhaps you are in your own vehicle to travel to the place or a commercial transport e.g. a cab. The journey apparently looks smooth sailing. However half ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-37

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Pray In Faith

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 17, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Have you prayed before in faith? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show importance of faith in prayer IV. TEXT: Matthew 21:22 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) You can pray for anything, and if

I. EXORDIUM: Have you prayed before in faith? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show importance of faith in prayer IV. TEXT: Matthew 21:22 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) You can pray for anything, and if you have faith, you will receive it.” V. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Called To Be Faithful Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 20, 2012

Rest in God's faithfulness. We can only be faithful to the One who is truly faithful. Value faithfulness, not results. God looks for faithfulness. Therefore discover what God wants you to do and be faithful in little things.

Deut 7:9 “Know therefore that the LORD your God is God; he is the faithful God, keeping His covenant of love to a thousand generations of those who love him and keep his commands.” Faithfulness is a continuous, unrelenting devotion to a faithful God. • Our faithfulness is ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 7:9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Gospel Of Faith

Contributed by Timothy Dolan on Sep 30, 2012

The Gospel of Faith is outlined in the Hebrews 11:16-19. Faith is the means by which we prove God’s mercy, grace, and faithfulness. To illustrate the Gospel in the following passages; I will be presenting God’s Purpose, Our Problem, God’s Plan, and Our

The Gospel of Faith: Hebrews 11:16-19 Introduction: FF. Bruce, in his commentary of Hebrews wrote, “The earthly Canaan and the earthly Jerusalem were but temporary object-lessons pointing to the saints’ everlasting rest, the well-founded city of God. Those who put their trust in God ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Shield Of Faith Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 2, 2012

Part five on the study of God's armor of protection. The shield of faith is what and who we put our faith in. There are things that Satan does not want you to know about God's shield of protection.

The shield of faith Ephesians chapter 6:10-6:2- Introduction- We are studying Ephesians chapter 6 and in the series of “putting on the full armor of God”. We have looked at the importance of doing all that we know to do and then stand firm. We have put on the belt of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Nazarene

Faith In God

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 3, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have faith in the taxi? Put faith in GOD alone. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that faith in GOD accomplishes impossible results. IV. TEXT: Mark 11:22-24 (New Living Translation, Second

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have faith in the taxi? Put faith in GOD alone. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that faith in GOD accomplishes impossible results. IV. TEXT: Mark 11:22-24 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) Then Jesus said to the disciples, “Have ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:22-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Placebo Faith

Contributed by David Hodgin on Jun 9, 2009

People are impressionable and the world takes advantage of that, trying to mold our minds and conform our thoughts to align with theirs.

A young teacher with obvious liberal tendencies explains to her class of small children that she is an atheist. She asks her class if they are atheists too. Not really knowing what atheism is but wanting to be like their teacher, their hands explode into the air like fleshy fireworks. There is, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Faith Or Sight

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jun 11, 2009

This message discusses walking by faith and not by sight.

Text: “For we walk by faith, not by sight” (2 Corinthians 5:7 NKJV). Another version of the Bible puts it this way: “We live by faith, not by sight” (NIV). Another version of the Bible says, “For our life is a matter of faith, not of sight” (Today’s English Version). Each version talks about the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-8

Denomination: Christian Church

The Shield Of Faith Series

Contributed by Vernon L Caruthers on Jun 16, 2009

This is the 5th sermon in the series, Spiritual Warfare. The Shield of Faith is the best weapon we have against the DOUBT & DISCOURAGEMENT Satan uses to defeat us.

Sermon: June 21, 2009 Sermon Series: Sermons on Spiritual Warfare: Sermon #05: The Shield of Faith Scripture Ref: Ephesians 6:10-18 V#16 Scripture Ref: Ephesians 6:10-18 ‘Therefore my beloved brethern, be ye strong in the LORD & in the power of HIS might. Put on the whole armor of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

The Storm Of Faith

Contributed by David De Kock on Jun 17, 2009

Finding faith in the midst of a storm

Matthew 8: 23-27 23 Then he got into the boat and his disciples followed him. 24 Without warning, a furious storm came up on the lake, so that the waves swept over the boat. But Jesus was sleeping. 25 The disciples went and woke him, saying, “Lord, save us! We’re going to drown!” 26 He replied, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27

Denomination: Charismatic