Sermons on Faithful And True:

A Faith For Rocky Waters

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Aug 14, 2023

A sermon for Lectionary 19 in the season following Pentecost, Year A

August 13, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Matthew 14:22-33 A Faith for Rocky Waters Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “Take heart, it is I.” How wonderful it must have been for the disciples to hear Jesus’ voice ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Lutheran

Faith Preserves Life

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 22, 2023

Jospeh preserved the entire Israelite nation as a result faith.

Faith Preserves Gen 45:1-15 1. Joseph put God first in his life this is why he is mentioned in the Faith Chapter as a hero of faith • Noah, by faith in building the ark (Ge 6:14-22; Heb 11:7). • Abraham, in forsaking the land of his birth at the command of God (Ge 12:1-4; Heb 11:8), • Joseph, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

Where Is Your Faith Series

Contributed by Rick Chapman on Aug 31, 2023

Series on ships, Part II

WHERE IS YOUR FAITH LUKE 8:22-25 22 Now it came to pass on a certain day, that he went into a ship with his disciples: and he said unto them, let us go over unto the other side of the lake. And they launched forth. 23 But as they sailed, he fell asleep: and there came down a storm of wind on the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:22-25

Denomination: Baptist

Guarding The Treasure Of Faith Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2023

Guarding the Gospel is not an option but a sacred duty entrusted to us by God.

"Guarding the Treasure of Faith" Introduction: Begin by welcoming the congregation and reading the key passage: 2 Timothy 1:13-14 (NLT) - "Hold on to the pattern of wholesome teaching you learned from me—a pattern shaped by the faith and love that you have in Christ Jesus. Through ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:13-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Faith That Pleases God Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 5, 2023

Faith is a central theme in the Bible, and Hebrews 11 is often called the "Faith Hall of Fame" because it showcases the remarkable faith of many biblical figures.

"The Faith That Pleases God" Introduction: Today, we dive into the inspiring words of Hebrews 11:1-6, a passage that beautifully illustrates the essence of faith. Faith is a central theme in the Bible, and Hebrews 11 is often called the "Faith Hall of Fame" because it ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Walking By Faith, Not By Sight Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 7, 2023

2 Corinthians 5:7 teaches us to live by believing, not by seeing. In a world where sight often deceives, our faith in God provides clarity and assurance.

"Walking by Faith, Not by Sight" Introduction: Greetings, beloved congregation. Today, we gather to explore the profound wisdom of 2 Corinthians 5:7 in the New Living Translation. Point 1: The Call to Faith Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7 (NLT) - "For we live by believing and not by ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7, Proverbs 3:5-6, Hebrews 11:1, Psalm 119:105

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sowing Seeds Of Faith Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 8, 2023

Ecclesiastes 11:6 teaches us to sow seeds of faith diligently, to persevere in our spiritual labor, and to trust in God's timing for the harvest.

"Sowing Seeds of Faith" Introduction: Today, we'll explore the wisdom found in Ecclesiastes 11:6 from the New Living Translation: "Plant your seed in the morning and keep busy all afternoon, for you don’t know if profit will come from one activity or another—or maybe ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:6, Galatians 6:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Now Faith Is.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 1, 2022

The substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.

NOW FAITH IS. Hebrews 11:1-3, Hebrews 11:8-16. This chapter follows on from the quotation of Habakkuk 2:4 in Hebrews 10:38a: ‘the just shall live by faith’ (see also Romans 1:17; Galatians 3:11). “Now faith is,” continues Hebrews 11:1. The first thing that we learn about faith is that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-3, Hebrews 11:8-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith: Roles And Functions Series

Contributed by Kamalanathan Francis on May 9, 2022

Faith plays a vital role in a Christian walk. There are many who attend the church, without walking in faith. In this outline, we will see the roles and functions of faith.

Faith is identifiable and belief is explanative. In the book of James, we read that faith without work is void. Faith is like boiling water, when we are connected with God, people can see our faithfulness boiling. In simple terms, faith can be identified. 1. The way one talks about God 2. The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11, Hebrews 10:35-36

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Journey Back To Faith.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 16, 2022

The futility of contemplating a life without God.

A JOURNEY BACK TO FAITH. Ecclesiastes 1:2, Ecclesiastes 1:12-14, Ecclesiastes 2:18-23. The harder we try to understand the book of Ecclesiastes, the greater the temptation to chime in with the author’s refrain: “all is vanity!” Yet, somewhere along the way, we might realise that it is going ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:2, Ecclesiastes 1:12-14, Ecclesiastes 2:18-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Keys Of Faithfulness For Honours Series

Contributed by Aflm Family on Jun 13, 2022

*KEYS OF FAITHFULNESS FOR HONOURS* Matthew 25:21 His lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and FAITHFUL servant: thou hast been FAITHFUL over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.

Your faithfulness really matters, which brings honour and Joy. 👉This are keys to help you to be faithful for honours : - Decision to follow according to rules. - Turn off procrastination - Obedience and respect - Determination - Consistency - Truthfulness - Discouragement must surely come ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:21

Take A Step Of Faith Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 27, 2022

We find The Children of Israel on the edge of the promise land. They had been wandering in the wilderness the past forty years. But to possess the Promised Land they must cross the Jordan River at flood stage. Everything was about to change with this step of faith.

I was eight years old and very surprised that my parents were telling me I would be staying up past my bedtime, but even more surprising is why I will miss my bedtime. The reason was to watch TV. I remember what I saw on TV that night. It was July 20, 1969 and I was watching Neil Armstrong live ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Comes By Hearing

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Mar 27, 2022

We need a real Savior! We need someone who can fix people! That one, that Savior, is Jesus. So Paul outlines how a person comes to a knowledge of and faith in Jesus.

Alba 3-27-2022 FAITH COMES BY HEARING Romans 10:14-21 I have read that there was a movie in which a random group of children were shown a picture of Micky Mouse. Most of them were able to recognize the most prominent of Walt Disney’s cartoon characters. Then they were shown a picture of Ronald ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:14-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Many Faithful Partners Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Apr 6, 2022

Philemon- The letter is to this dear brother that Paul considered a partner in the ministry. He said, I hear about your love for all believers in Christ. (Philemon 1:4) Partnership in faith with Paul. Paul always remembered this Colossae leader in his prayers

Preaching Boldly without Hindrance. When Paul writes this personal letter to his dear friend Philemon, we find him in jail in Rome. Paul was doing a four-and-a-half-year imprisonment “mission journey”. The first two years came in the Caesarea prison after he was arrested in Jerusalem (Acts ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Those Witnesses Of Faith

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 9, 2022

These heroes of faith teach us how to trust and live the life of Faith.

Hebrews 11:29-12:2 Those Witnesses of Faith 1. The cloud of witnesses (Testifiers, those who offer Affirmation) Hebrews 12:1: “Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses …” testify • A great cloud of witnesses surrounds us, says the apostle. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: Methodist